{"product_id":"benchmade-griptilian-551bk-plain-edge-folding-knife-3-45-inch-blade","title":"Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V – 3.45″ Black CPM-S30V Drop Point, Black Handle, AXIS Lock Folding Knife","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V – 3.45\" Black CPM-S30V Drop Point Folding Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V is a discontinued configuration of Benchmade's classic Mel Pardue-designed Griptilian EDC pocket knife, pairing a 3.45\" black-coated CPM-S30V drop point blade with black glass-filled nylon handles. The AXIS lock gives smooth, fully ambidextrous one-hand operation. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBenchmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGriptilian 551\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e551BK-S30V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.45\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-S30V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Glass-Filled Nylon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLock Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAXIS Lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolding Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the blade length of the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V has a 3.45\" drop point blade — the full-size Griptilian length that handles everyday cutting tasks while staying practical to carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat steel does the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V uses CPM-S30V, an American-made premium stainless steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. The black coating adds scratch resistance and a low-glare finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat lock does the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V uses Benchmade's AXIS lock, a spring-loaded crossbar that locks the blade solidly open and lets you close the knife one-handed from either side without putting fingers in the blade path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V was made in Oregon City, Oregon, like all Griptilian folding knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V come with free sharpening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V is covered by Benchmade's LifeSharp service, which cleans, oils, adjusts, and resharpens the knife to a factory edge for free, for the life of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V is a discontinued configuration, so availability is limited. Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer, carries the full current Benchmade lineup with fast shipping and expert customer support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V a good EDC knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the Benchmade Griptilian 551BK-S30V pairs the proven full-size Griptilian platform with premium CPM-S30V steel, making it one of the best EDC pocket knife configurations of the classic Griptilian line.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52733011886400,"sku":"BCM-551BK-S30v","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/551bkd2_1.jpg?v=1783170609","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-griptilian-551bk-plain-edge-folding-knife-3-45-inch-blade","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}