{"product_id":"benchmade-h-k-14850bk-epidemic-otf-automatic-knife-black","title":"Benchmade H\u0026K 14850BK Epidemic OTF – 3.44″ Black D2 Spear Point, Aluminum, Automatic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF Automatic Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic is a double-action out-the-front (OTF) automatic built by Benchmade under the Heckler \u0026amp; Koch line. Its blade fires straight out of the front of the handle and retracts with the same ambidextrous slide switch for fast one-handed deployment. The 14850BK carries a 3.44\" black-coated D2 tool-steel spear-point blade, a symmetrical, penetration-focused shape, in a black 6061-T6 aluminum handle weighing 3.86 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eD2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel prized for excellent edge retention and wear resistance. Like every Benchmade, the H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF is made in the USA in Oregon City, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 3.44\" spear point, plain edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade steel: D2 tool steel, 60-62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade finish: black coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 8.22\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed length: 4.78\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.86 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: black 6061-T6 aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction: double-action out-the-front (OTF) automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: made in USA, Oregon City, Oregon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an OTF knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn OTF, or out-the-front, knife deploys its blade straight out of the tip of the handle rather than pivoting from the side. The Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF is a double-action OTF, so the same switch both fires and retracts the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlide the ambidextrous switch forward and the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF blade shoots out and locks; pull the switch back and the blade retracts into the handle. Both actions are spring driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre OTF automatic knives legal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOTF and automatic knife laws vary by state, county and city. Check your local laws before buying or carrying the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF, since regulations on out-the-front automatics differ by location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat steel is the H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF uses D2 tool steel at 60-62 HRC, a high-carbon, high-chromium steel known for strong edge retention and wear resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic include a sharpening guarantee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Every Benchmade, including the H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF, is covered by Benchmade LifeSharp service, which sharpens and reconditions the blade for the life of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic made in the USA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF is manufactured in the USA at Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can buy the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14850BK Epidemic OTF at Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer, so your knife is backed by the full factory warranty and LifeSharp service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52767352652096,"sku":"BCM-HK14850BK","price":305.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-h-k-14850bk-epidemic-otf-automatic-knife-black","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}