{"product_id":"benchmade-553sb-s30v-griptilian-folding-knife-3-45in-s30v-steel-blade","title":"Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V – 3.45″ Black Serrated CPM-S30V Tanto, Black Grivory, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V – Griptilian Tanto\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V is the black combo-edge tanto version of the legendary Griptilian folding knife. Its 3.45\" CPM-S30V tanto blade wears a black coating and a partially serrated edge for aggressive cutting through rope, webbing, and tough media. The textured black Grivory (glass-filled nylon) handle and Benchmade's ambidextrous AXIS lock make it a dependable hard-use EDC. Mel Pardue design, made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 3.45\" | Overall: 8.07\" | Closed: 4.62\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade steel: CPM-S30V stainless, 58-60 HRC, black coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade style: tanto, partially serrated (combo edge), 0.115\" thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: black Grivory (glass-filled nylon), stainless liners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: AXIS crossbar lock, dual thumb studs, reversible clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 3.89 oz | Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V – FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a tanto blade good for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA tanto blade like the one on the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V has a reinforced angular tip that excels at piercing and scraping, making it a favorite for tactical and utility work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenchmade still makes core Griptilian models, but this variant, the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V, has been discontinued, so remaining stock is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the Benchmade Griptilian so popular?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Griptilian platform behind the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V pairs a grippy, lightweight handle with the smooth, fully ambidextrous AXIS lock and proven American steels, which has made it a benchmark EDC for two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes LifeSharp cover the serrated edge on the 553SBK-S30V?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp lifetime service covers the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V, including factory resharpening of its serrated combo edge, free of charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V was manufactured at Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 553SBK-S30V is discontinued and supplies are limited. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer - check availability here and browse current Griptilian models at Going Gear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52877363577152,"sku":"BEN-553SBK","price":123.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_1705cbff-548f-49fb-852e-9ba198788c16.jpg?v=1785266484","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-553sb-s30v-griptilian-folding-knife-3-45in-s30v-steel-blade","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}