{"product_id":"benchmade-340-aphid-folding-assisted-knife-satin","title":"Benchmade 340 Aphid Assisted Opening Knife 2.38″ 440C Satin Drop Point, Black Valox","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade 340 Aphid – Compact 440C Assisted Opening Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 340 Aphid is a small assisted opening knife that disappears in a pocket and still handles real cutting work. A nudge on the ambidextrous thumb studs lets the Optimiser spring carry the 2.38\" 440C drop point the rest of the way open, and a locking liner holds it there until you release it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1.65 oz with a black Valox handle, the Aphid was built as a light-duty companion for keychains, pockets and packs rather than a hard-use tactical folder. 440C stainless takes a keen edge and resists corrosion well, which suits a knife that spends its life close to the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.38\" 440C stainless drop point blade, 58-60 HRC, satin finish, plain edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimiser assisted opening with ambidextrous dual thumb studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking liner keeps the blade fixed in the open position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Valox handle, 1.65 oz total weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversible black steel pocket clip, tip-down carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Oregon City, Oregon, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Benchmade 340 Aphid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade steel: 440C stainless, 58-60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 2.38\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade thickness: 0.100\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade shape: Drop point, plain edge, satin finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Black Valox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: Locking liner with Optimiser assisted opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed length: 3.25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 5.63\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.65 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is an assisted opening knife?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn assisted opening knife needs you to start the blade moving, usually with a thumb stud or flipper, after which an internal spring finishes the motion. The Benchmade 340 Aphid uses Benchmade's Optimiser assist, so a short push on the thumb stud opens the blade quickly with one hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs an assisted opening knife the same as an automatic knife?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. An automatic knife fires from a button or switch with the blade fully closed, while an assisted knife like the Benchmade 340 Aphid only springs open after you have manually started the blade out of the handle. That difference matters legally in many places, so check the knife laws where you live and travel before carrying either type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs 440C stainless steel any good?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e440C is a high-carbon stainless steel that balances edge retention, corrosion resistance and easy resharpening. On a small carry knife like the Benchmade 340 Aphid it is a sensible choice, since the blade sees light cutting and benefits from stainless corrosion resistance during close-to-body carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is LifeSharp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifeSharp is Benchmade's lifetime factory service. Send your Benchmade 340 Aphid to Benchmade and they will sharpen the blade, replace worn hardware where possible and return it to working condition, free of charge for the life of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere is the Benchmade 340 Aphid made?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 340 Aphid is designed and manufactured at Benchmade's facility in Oregon City, Oregon, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Going Gear an authorized Benchmade dealer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer, so the Benchmade 340 Aphid ships as a genuine factory product with full manufacturer warranty and LifeSharp coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52832324321600,"sku":"BCM-340APHIDFOLDASSISTSATIN","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/BM_340_LRG.jpg?v=1784484971","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-340-aphid-folding-assisted-knife-satin","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}