{"product_id":"benchmade-48500-1-om-out-the-front-automatic-knife-2-47in-s30v-steel-blade","title":"Benchmade OM 4850-1 – 2.47″ CPM-S30V Drop Point D\/A OTF Automatic Knife, Black Aluminum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade OM 4850-1 was Benchmade's first micro out-the-front automatic, a compact daily carry that fires and retracts from a front-mounted thumb slide. The 2.47-inch CPM-S30V drop-point blade deploys with a satisfying snap and locks up tight, while the black anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handle stays slim at just 1.51 ounces. A reversible deep-carry clip and lanyard hole round out one of the most pocketable OTF autos Benchmade has built.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade OM 4850-1 – Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.47-inch CPM-S30V stainless drop-point blade, satin finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-action out-the-front mechanism with front thumb slide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack anodized 6061-T6 aircraft-aluminum handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversible deep-carry pocket clip and lanyard hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoughly 5.88 inches open, about 1.51 ounces, made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does OTF mean in knives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOTF stands for out-the-front, meaning the blade slides straight out of the front of the handle instead of pivoting. The Benchmade OM 4850-1 is a dual-action OTF, so the same thumb slide both deploys and retracts the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Benchmade OM 4850-1 mechanism work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade OM 4850-1 uses a dual-action out-the-front mechanism: pushing the thumb slide forward fires the blade out and locks it, and pulling it back retracts the blade fully into the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn what states are OTF knives legal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAutomatic and OTF knife laws vary by state and city, so check your local rules before carrying the Benchmade OM 4850-1. Some areas restrict automatic knives regardless of blade length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Benchmade OM 4850-1 include LifeSharp, and where is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Benchmade OM 4850-1 is covered by LifeSharp lifetime service and is made in Oregon City, Oregon, USA. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52846972928320,"sku":"BEN-4850-1OM","price":288.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_8db572f8-9506-4fcf-b5ac-ed7ed14f9a1d.jpg?v=1784730898","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-48500-1-om-out-the-front-automatic-knife-2-47in-s30v-steel-blade","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}