Benchmade Pardue 3550BK Automatic Knife
The Benchmade Pardue 3550BK is a slim, lightweight push-button automatic designed by custom knifemaker Mel Pardue. It carries a 2.98" 154CM spear-point blade in a black finish, set in a machined 6061-T6 black aluminum handle with an integrated firing safety. At just 2.80 oz, the 3550BK disappears in a pocket yet snaps open instantly for tactical and everyday tasks.
Benchmade Pardue 3550BK Specifications
- Blade Steel: 154CM stainless, 58-60 HRC
- Blade Length: 2.98"
- Blade Style: Spear point, plain edge, black finish
- Handle: Black anodized 6061-T6 aluminum
- Mechanism: Push-button automatic with sliding safety
- Overall Length: 7.10"; Closed: 4.10"; Weight: 2.80 oz
- Designed by Mel Pardue; built in the USA
Frequently Asked Questions
What blade steel is the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK?
The Benchmade Pardue 3550BK uses 154CM stainless steel at 58-60 HRC, offering a balanced mix of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.
How does the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK open?
The Benchmade Pardue 3550BK is a side-opening push-button automatic with a sliding safety, so the spear-point blade deploys and locks with one hand.
Are automatic knives like the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK legal to carry?
Automatic knife laws vary by state and city, so check your local regulations before carrying the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK. Many areas limit automatic knives to military, law enforcement, or on-duty carry.
Does the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK include lifetime sharpening?
Yes. The Benchmade Pardue 3550BK is covered by Benchmade's LifeSharp Service, which re-sharpens and tunes the knife to a factory edge for life.
Where is the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK made?
The Benchmade Pardue 3550BK is designed and built in the USA in Oregon City, Oregon.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK?
You can buy the Benchmade Pardue 3550BK at Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer, with full factory warranty and LifeSharp coverage.
