{"product_id":"benchmade-griptilian-553sbkod-folding-knife-tanto-od-handle","title":"Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD – 3.45″ Black 154CM Tanto Combo Edge, Olive Drab Handle, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD – Olive Drab Griptilian Tanto\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD is a discontinued olive drab version of the Griptilian tanto. Its 3.45\" 154CM modified tanto blade carries a BK1 black coating and a partially serrated combo edge, opened by dual ambidextrous thumb studs and secured by Benchmade's AXIS crossbar lock. The OD green glass-filled Noryl GTX handle gives this Mel Pardue design a field-ready look that stands out from the standard black Griptilian lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 3.45\" | Overall: 8.07\" | Closed: 4.62\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade steel: 154CM stainless, 58-61 HRC, BK1 black coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade style: modified tanto, partially serrated (combo edge), 0.115\" thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: olive drab (OD) green Noryl GTX, stainless liners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: AXIS crossbar lock, dual thumb studs, reversible clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 3.88 oz | Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD – FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the letters in 553SBKOD mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD, S means a partially serrated edge, BK means a black-coated blade, and OD means the olive drab handle color - the blade is black while the handle is OD green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a tanto blade good for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe angular reinforced tip on the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD's tanto blade excels at piercing and scraping, which is why tanto Griptilians are popular for tactical and utility carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCore Griptilian models remain in production, but the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD is discontinued, so remaining examples are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes LifeSharp cover the serrated edge on the 553SBKOD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp lifetime service covers the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD, including factory resharpening of the serrated combo edge, free of charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD was manufactured at Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Griptilian 553SBKOD is discontinued and supplies are limited. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer - check availability here and browse current Griptilian models at Going Gear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52877363740992,"sku":"BCM-553SBKODGRIPTILIAN","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_4981836d-a8b2-4d9e-a46c-e97bcfd64acd.jpg?v=1785266486","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-griptilian-553sbkod-folding-knife-tanto-od-handle","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}