{"product_id":"benchmade-698-cpm-20cv-axisr-manual-opening-3-24-blade","title":"Benchmade 698 Foray – 3.24″ Satin CPM-20CV Drop Point, Black Contoured G10, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 698 Foray is a gentleman's folding knife with real working credentials. Much like its popular predecessor, the 698 offers gent styling in a larger overall profile, translating to improved handling and all-around utility. A satin CPM-20CV drop point blade with a slight recurve pairs with Benchmade's fully ambidextrous AXIS lock, while contoured black G10 scales over skeletonized stainless steel liners keep the Foray slim and easy to carry. Benchmade has discontinued the 698 Foray, so remaining examples are increasingly sought after by collectors and fans of the model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade 698 Foray – Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 3.24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Steel: CPM-20CV (59-61 HRC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Style: Drop point with slight recurve, satin finish, plain edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.137\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen Length: 7.32\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed Length: 4.14\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Black contoured G10 over skeletonized stainless steel liners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: AXIS lock, manual opening, dual thumb studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePocket Clip: Deep-carry, tip-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.58 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Benchmade 698 Foray discontinued?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade has discontinued the Benchmade 698 Foray and no longer lists it on their website, which makes remaining stock and clean secondhand examples collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat blade steel does the Benchmade 698 Foray use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 698 Foray uses CPM-20CV, a premium American powder stainless steel hardened to 59-61 HRC. It holds an edge for a long time and offers excellent corrosion resistance, so it needs no special care beyond normal cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat handle material does the Benchmade 698 Foray have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 698 Foray wears black contoured G10 scales over skeletonized stainless steel liners, giving it a slim, solid feel at just 3.58 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Benchmade's LifeSharp service cover the Benchmade 698 Foray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service will clean, oil, adjust, and factory re-sharpen the Benchmade 698 Foray free of charge for the life of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the Benchmade 698 Foray made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 698 Foray is made in the USA at Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade 698 Foray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGoing Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. When the discontinued Benchmade 698 Foray is in stock at Going Gear, you are getting a genuine, factory-fresh knife with full warranty support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52883481755968,"sku":"BCM-698","price":195.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_6bce224d-8cdb-4e19-9349-8a7e0f1d07d3.jpg?v=1785420999","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-698-cpm-20cv-axisr-manual-opening-3-24-blade","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}