Benchmade Arcane 490 AXIS-Assisted Flipper
The Benchmade Arcane 490 is AXIS Assist with a flipper, the best of everything in a slim, lightweight everyday carry folder. It runs a 3.20" CPM-S90V drop point blade with a clean satin finish, set into contoured gray G10 handles that stay easy to carry and operate from either side. Flick the flipper and the AXIS-Assisted spring snaps the blade open, then the ambidextrous AXIS bar locks it up. If you want a refined EDC pocket knife or a slim S90V folding knife that punches above its weight, the Benchmade Arcane 490 delivers.
Specifications
| Model |
Benchmade Arcane 490 |
| Blade Length |
3.20" |
| Blade Steel |
CPM-S90V (premium stainless, excellent edge retention) |
| Blade Style |
Drop point, plain edge |
| Blade Finish |
Satin |
| Handle |
Contoured gray G10 |
| Mechanism |
AXIS-Assisted opening, AXIS lock (ambidextrous) |
| Deployment |
Flipper, assisted |
| Overall Length |
7.30" |
| Weight |
2.40 oz |
| Pocket Clip |
Reversible, tip-up |
| Origin |
Made in the USA, Oregon City, Oregon |
Frequently Asked Questions
What blade steel does the Benchmade Arcane 490 use?
The Benchmade Arcane 490 uses CPM-S90V, a premium stainless steel loaded with vanadium carbides for outstanding edge retention and good corrosion resistance. It is a top-tier choice for an EDC blade that holds its edge through long stretches of cutting.
How does the AXIS-Assisted flipper on the Benchmade Arcane 490 work?
Pull the flipper tab and the AXIS-Assisted spring drives the blade open, so the Benchmade Arcane 490 fires open fast and one-handed. The ambidextrous AXIS bar then locks the blade and lets you unlock it to close from either side.
How do I sharpen the Benchmade Arcane 490?
S90V holds its edge for a long time and sharpens best with diamond or ceramic abrasives. Every Benchmade also includes LifeSharp, Benchmade's free lifetime sharpening service, so you can send the Benchmade Arcane 490 back to the factory to be professionally sharpened and re-tuned for the life of the knife.
Is the Benchmade Arcane 490 legal to carry?
The Benchmade Arcane 490 is an assisted-opening folding knife. Assisted openers are legal to carry in many areas, but laws on assisted opening and blade length vary by state and city, so always check your local knife laws before you carry it.
Is the Benchmade Arcane 490 made in the USA?
Yes. The Benchmade Arcane 490 is designed and built in the USA at Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Arcane 490?
You can buy the Benchmade Arcane 490 at Going Gear, a factory-authorized Benchmade dealer. Buying from an authorized dealer guarantees a genuine knife with the full Benchmade warranty and LifeSharp service.
