The Benchmade Vicar 757BK is the black-blade version of Shane Sibert's heavy-duty Vicar folder. Its 3.86" CPM-S30V modified recurve clip point is black coated and ground from stout 0.162" stock, matched to stacked green and black G10 scales over a 0.090" thick titanium liner lock. Dual thumb studs and a tip-up clip round out this made-in-USA workhorse.
Benchmade Vicar 757BK – Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.86"
- Blade Steel: CPM-S30V stainless (58-60 HRC)
- Blade Style: Modified Recurve Clip Point, Plain Edge
- Blade Finish: Black Coated
- Blade Thickness: 0.162"
- Handle: Stacked Green & Black Textured G10, Titanium Liners
- Lock: Titanium Liner Lock (0.090" liner)
- Overall Length: 8.86"
- Closed Length: 5.00"
- Weight: 6.62 oz
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, Removable
- Made in USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Benchmade Vicar 757BK discontinued?
Yes. Benchmade has discontinued the Vicar family, so the Benchmade Vicar 757BK is no longer in production and remaining examples are collector items.
What does BK mean on the Benchmade Vicar 757BK?
The BK suffix refers to the blade: the Benchmade Vicar 757BK carries a black-coated CPM-S30V blade, while the handle keeps the same stacked green and black G10 as the satin model.
Who designed the Benchmade Vicar 757BK?
Custom knifemaker Shane Sibert designed the Benchmade Vicar 757BK, in the same overbuilt style as his Adamas and Bushcrafter designs for Benchmade.
Is CPM-S30V good knife steel?
Yes. The CPM-S30V stainless steel on the Benchmade Vicar 757BK is an American powder steel with a proven balance of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness, hardened to 58-60 HRC.
How does the liner lock on the Benchmade Vicar 757BK work?
A 0.090" thick titanium liner springs across the blade tang when the knife opens, locking it solidly. Push the liner aside and the blade of the Benchmade Vicar 757BK folds closed with one hand.
Does Benchmade offer lifetime sharpening for the Benchmade Vicar 757BK?
Yes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service covers the Benchmade Vicar 757BK for the life of the knife at no charge beyond shipping.
Where is the Benchmade Vicar 757BK made?
The Benchmade Vicar 757BK was made in Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon, USA.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Vicar 757BK?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. When the discontinued Benchmade Vicar 757BK is unavailable, Going Gear stocks the current Benchmade lineup with the same USA-made quality.
