Benchmade Torrent 890-111 Gold Class – 3.60" M390 Drop Point Assisted Folding Knife
The Benchmade Torrent 890-111 is the Gold Class edition of Ken Steigerwalt's Torrent, a discontinued USA-made collector piece. It upgrades the platform with a 3.60" M390 super steel modified drop point blade, smooth aluminum handles with detailed carbon fiber inlays, black nickel hardware, and a DLC-coated split-arrow pocket clip, all driven by the Nitrous Assist opening mechanism with a locking liner. Gold Class knives ship in a Benchmade gift box. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer.
Benchmade Torrent 890-111 Gold Class Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
Benchmade |
| Model |
Torrent Gold Class |
| SKU |
890-111 |
| Blade Length |
3.60" |
| Blade Steel |
M390 (60-62 HRC) |
| Blade Style |
Modified Drop Point |
| Blade Thickness |
0.100" |
| Handle Material |
Aluminum with Carbon Fiber Inlays |
| Hardware |
Black Nickel, DLC Split-Arrow Clip |
| Lock Type |
Locking Liner with Nitrous Assist |
| Weight |
3.80 oz |
| Overall Length |
8.20" |
| Closed Length |
4.60" |
| Class |
Gold Class (Gift Box) |
| Knife Type |
Assisted Folding Knife |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Benchmade Gold Class knife?
Gold Class is Benchmade's top tier of limited collector knives, built with premium materials and finishes. The Benchmade Torrent 890-111 Gold Class wears M390 super steel, carbon fiber inlays, and black nickel hardware, and shipped in a Benchmade gift box.
Is the Benchmade Torrent 890-111 discontinued?
Yes, the Benchmade Torrent 890-111 Gold Class is discontinued and the Torrent line is no longer listed at benchmade.com, which makes this Gold Class edition a genuine collector piece.
What steel does the Benchmade Torrent 890-111 use?
The Benchmade Torrent 890-111 Gold Class uses Bohler M390 super steel hardened to 60-62 HRC, a premium stainless known for outstanding edge retention and corrosion resistance.
What is the Nitrous Assist on the Benchmade Torrent 890-111?
The Nitrous Assist on the Benchmade Torrent 890-111 is a spring-assist opening system co-designed by Ken Steigerwalt and Matthew Lerch. A light push on the thumb stud engages the assist, which drives the blade fully open, where the locking liner secures it.
Is an assisted-opening knife like the Benchmade Torrent 890-111 legal to carry?
Assisted-opening knives like the Benchmade Torrent 890-111 are not automatics. The blade must be started manually with the thumb stud before the spring takes over, so they are treated more leniently than push-button autos in most jurisdictions. Knife laws vary by state and city, so check your local laws before carrying.
Does Benchmade still sharpen the Torrent 890-111?
Yes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service will clean, oil, adjust, and re-sharpen the Benchmade Torrent 890-111 Gold Class to a factory edge for the life of the knife, free of charge.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Torrent 890-111?
The Benchmade Torrent 890-111 Gold Class is available at Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer. Going Gear carries the full Benchmade lineup with fast shipping and expert customer support.
