{"product_id":"benchmade-550bk-s30v-griptilian-folding-knife-3-45in-s30v-steel-blade","title":"Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V – 3.45″ Black CPM-S30V Sheepsfoot, Black Grivory, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V wraps the classic Griptilian 550 sheepsfoot in an all-black package: a 3.45\" black-coated CPM-S30V modified sheepsfoot blade with thumb-hole opener over a textured black Grivory handle. At just 3.79 oz with an ambidextrous AXIS lock, it is a light, hard-working version of Benchmade's best-known EDC pocket knife, now a discontinued variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 3.45\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade steel: CPM-S30V stainless (58-60 HRC), black coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade style: Modified sheepsfoot with thumb-hole opener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade thickness: 0.115\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 8.07\", closed length: 4.62\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Textured black Grivory (glass-filled polymer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: AXIS lock, reversible tip-up pocket clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.79 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner: Mel Pardue, made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V – FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenchmade has retired several Griptilian variants, including the black-blade Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V. The Griptilian family continues in current CPM-S30V versions, but this exact configuration is out of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the Benchmade Griptilian so popular?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Griptilian has been a benchmark American EDC folding knife for over two decades thanks to its grippy textured handle, ambidextrous AXIS lock, and easy one-hand operation - all present on the Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a sheepsfoot blade good for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe modified sheepsfoot blade on the Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V has a long, nearly straight edge and lowered tip, ideal for utility cutting, slicing, and controlled work, with a thumb hole for fast ambidextrous opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs CPM-S30V good knife steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. CPM-S30V is an American powder-metallurgy stainless steel developed specifically for knives. The Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V runs it at 58-60 HRC for a strong balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Benchmade sharpen the Griptilian 550BK-S30V for free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service covers the Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V for life - Benchmade will clean, tune, and re-sharpen it to a factory edge at no charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V was made in the USA at Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGoing Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Griptilian 550BK-S30V is discontinued, so availability is limited to remaining stock; check this page for current status.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52860055421248,"sku":"BEN-550BK-S30V","price":123.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_51ae6145-a256-497c-8e85-8920ff779203.jpg?v=1784878852","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-550bk-s30v-griptilian-folding-knife-3-45in-s30v-steel-blade","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}