{"product_id":"benchmade-gold-class-470-131-limited-edition-damasteel-assisted-folding-knife","title":"Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 – 3.00″ Hakkapella Damasteel, Ivory Micarta, AXIS Assist","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 dresses the gentleman's assisted opening Emissary to the nines. An etched Hakkapella Damasteel modified drop point blade rides in a machined black billet 7075 aluminum handle with an engraved ivory Micarta inlay, driven by Benchmade's AXIS-Assist mechanism with a side safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 – Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 3.00\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Steel: Etched Hakkapella Damasteel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Style: Modified drop point, plain edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.090\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 6.90\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed Length: 3.90\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.20 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Black billet 7075 aluminum with engraved ivory Micarta inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: AXIS-Assist with side safety, ambidextrous thumb studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePocket Clip: Silver, reversible, tip-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition: Gold Class limited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Benchmade Gold Class?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Class is Benchmade's premium limited-production program built with exotic materials and extra hand finishing. The Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 pairs etched Damasteel with an engraved ivory Micarta inlay in a limited edition of the Emissary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an assisted opening knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn assisted opening knife uses a spring to finish opening the blade after you start it moving with the thumb stud. The Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 uses Benchmade's AXIS-Assist mechanism with a side safety for secure carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs an assisted opening knife the same as an automatic knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Unlike an automatic, the Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 requires you to start the blade manually before the spring assists it open, so it is generally treated like a manual folder in most places. Always check your state and local laws before carrying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Damasteel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamasteel is a Swedish-made stainless damascus steel, so the etched Hakkapella pattern on the Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 is corrosion resistant and needs only routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Benchmade's LifeSharp service cover the Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp lifetime service will clean, oil, adjust, and re-sharpen the Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 for the life of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Benchmade knives, the Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 is made in the USA at Benchmade's facility in Oregon City, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoing Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Gold Class Emissary 470-131 is a discontinued Gold Class limited edition, so check this listing for current availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53020616655168,"sku":"BCM-470131","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_a823fe37-83cf-4e06-a3dd-0bb282c98d50.jpg?v=1786631519","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-gold-class-470-131-limited-edition-damasteel-assisted-folding-knife","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}