{"product_id":"benchmade-551bk-1-cpm-20cv-folding-knife","title":"Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 – 3.45″ Black CPM-20CV Drop Point, Gray G10 \u0026 Blue Liners, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 is the black-blade version of the G10 Griptilian 551, with a 3.45\" BK1 black-coated CPM-20CV drop point over milled gray G10 scales and blue G10 liners. Note the suffix: BK refers to the black blade coating - the handle is gray G10, not black. Dual thumb studs and the ambidextrous AXIS lock make this discontinued G10 Griptilian a fast, fully ambidextrous EDC pocket knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 3.45\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade steel: CPM-20CV stainless (59-61 HRC), BK1 black coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade style: Drop point, dual thumb studs\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: Milled gray G10 with blue G10 liners and blue barrel spacers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: AXIS lock, reversible deep-carry pocket clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.17 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner: Mel Pardue, made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 – FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenchmade has retired several Griptilian variants, including the G10, CPM-20CV Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1. The Griptilian family continues in current CPM-S30V versions, but this premium G10 build is out of production and increasingly collectible.\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. The Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 adds premium CPM-20CV steel, machined G10, and a low-glare black blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs CPM-20CV good knife steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. CPM-20CV is a premium powder-metallurgy stainless steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance; the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 runs it at 59-61 HRC under a BK1 black coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you close a Benchmade AXIS lock knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePull back the AXIS bar on either side of the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 and the blade swings free to close - fully ambidextrous, with no fingers in the blade path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Benchmade sharpen the Griptilian 551BK-1 for free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service covers the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 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 551BK-1 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 was made in the USA at Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGoing Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-1 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":52860061122880,"sku":"BCM-551BK-1","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_2ca3f8c6-3cf3-43a0-86ee-245ed5f1de06.jpg?v=1784878878","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-551bk-1-cpm-20cv-folding-knife","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}