{"product_id":"benchmade-551bksn-s30v-griptilian-3-45in-s30v-steel-blade-sand-handles","title":"Benchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-S30V – 3.45″ Black CPM-S30V Drop Point, Sand Grivory, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-S30V puts a tactical spin on the classic Griptilian 551: a 3.45\" black-coated CPM-S30V drop point over a textured desert sand Grivory handle. Decoding the suffix: BK is the black blade coating and SN is the sand handle color. At 3.82 oz with dual thumb studs and the ambidextrous AXIS lock, this discontinued variant is a light, capable EDC pocket knife with a field-ready look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-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: 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: Textured desert sand Grivory (glass-filled polymer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: AXIS lock, reversible tip-up pocket clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.82 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner: Mel Pardue, made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-S30V – FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenchmade has retired several Griptilian variants, including the sand-handled Benchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-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 551BKSN-S30V.\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 551BKSN-S30V runs it at 58-60 HRC for a strong balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.\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 551BKSN-S30V 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 551BKSN-S30V for free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service covers the Benchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-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 551BKSN-S30V made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-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 551BKSN-S30V?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGoing Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Griptilian 551BKSN-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":52860065186112,"sku":"BEN-551BKSN-S30V","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_170fdf88-04fb-493c-8223-8802ca781737.jpg?v=1784878881","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-551bksn-s30v-griptilian-3-45in-s30v-steel-blade-sand-handles","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}