Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive Folding Knife
The Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive is an understated working folder built around a 3.17 inch black coated N680 drop point, a steel chosen specifically for how well it shrugs off salt and moisture. Ambidextrous dual thumb studs open it from either hand, a locking liner holds it, and the compression molded glass filled nylon handle keeps the whole thing at a comfortable 4.10 oz. This model has been discontinued and is no longer in production.
Key Features
- 3.17 inch black coated N680 drop point blade at 57-59 HRC
- N680 stainless, highly corrosion resistant and well suited to humid or marine use
- Ambidextrous dual thumb studs
- Locking liner mechanism
- Compression molded glass filled nylon handle with tip-down pocket clip
Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.17"
- Blade Thickness: 0.120"
- Blade Material: N680 Stainless Steel, black coated
- Blade Hardness: 57-59 HRC
- Blade Style: Drop Point, plain edge, ambidextrous thumb studs
- Handle Material: Compression Molded Glass Filled Nylon
- Handle Thickness: 0.650"
- Lock Mechanism: Locking Liner
- Overall Length: 7.53"
- Closed Length: 4.36"
- Weight: 4.10 oz
- Pocket Clip: Tip down
- Sheath: Sold separately
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the 14950BK and the 14950SBK Fugitive?
Edge type. The Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive (SKU BCM-HK14950BK) is the plain edge model, while the 14950SBK is the same knife with a combo, part serrated edge. Blade steel, dimensions, handle and lock are otherwise identical.
Is N680 a good blade steel?
N680 is a nitrogen-alloyed Austrian stainless best known for outstanding corrosion resistance, which is why it turns up on dive and marine knives. Run at 57-59 HRC on the Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive (SKU BCM-HK14950BK), it gives up some edge retention to harder steels but sharpens easily and handles wet environments better than most. It is fully stainless and needs no oiling routine.
What is a drop point blade good for?
A drop point has a convex spine that curves down to meet a strong, controllable tip, with plenty of belly for slicing. It is the most broadly useful pattern there is, which makes the Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive (SKU BCM-HK14950BK) a sensible everyday carry and general utility choice rather than a specialist.
How do I close a liner lock safely?
Push the exposed liner sideways, back toward the handle slab it came from, then fold the blade shut. On the Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive (SKU BCM-HK14950BK), keep the pad of your thumb clear of the closing edge path as the blade passes, since a liner lock puts your hand nearer the blade than a crossbar-style lock does.
Where was the Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive made?
Benchmade builds its own knives in Oregon City, Oregon, but the Heckler & Koch program was a separate licensed line produced to a lower price point and listed as an import. That applies to the Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive (SKU BCM-HK14950BK) as well.
Is Going Gear an authorized Benchmade dealer?
Yes. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer, so discontinued listings like the Benchmade H&K 14950BK Fugitive (SKU BCM-HK14950BK) are genuine factory product rather than counterfeit or grey-market stock.
