{"product_id":"benchmade-mini-freek","title":"Benchmade Mini Freek 565 – 3.00″ Satin CPM-S30V Drop Point, Gray Grivory \u0026 Versaflex, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Mini Freek 565 – 3.00\" Satin CPM-S30V Drop Point Folding Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Mini Freek 565 shrinks the Freek's working design into a 2.57 oz EDC folder, featuring a 3.00\" satin CPM-S30V drop point blade and a dual-durometer gray Grivory handle with black Versaflex overmold. The fully ambidextrous AXIS lock provides smooth one-hand operation, making the Mini Freek an easy-carrying companion for everyday tasks. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade Mini Freek 565 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\u003eMini Freek 565\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e565\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.00\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-S30V (58-60 HRC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin, plain edge\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\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.104\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.05\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.57 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGray Grivory with black Versaflex overmold\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\u003eIs the Benchmade Freek a good knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Benchmade Mini Freek 565 brings the Freek's proven formula, CPM-S30V steel, the smooth AXIS lock, and a grippy dual-durometer handle, down to a compact 3.00\" format that is one of the best light EDC folders Benchmade has made.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat steel does the Benchmade Mini Freek 565 use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Mini Freek 565 uses CPM-S30V stainless steel hardened to 58-60 HRC, an American powder steel with an excellent balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat handle material does the Benchmade Mini Freek 565 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Mini Freek 565 features a dual-durometer handle that pairs a rigid warm gray Grivory core with a soft black Versaflex overmold, keeping the knife light at 2.57 oz while staying secure in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the AXIS lock on the Benchmade Mini Freek 565 work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AXIS lock on the Benchmade Mini Freek 565 uses a spring-tensioned steel bar that engages the blade tang, locking it solidly open. It is fully ambidextrous and allows safe one-hand closing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Benchmade Mini Freek 565 qualify for LifeSharp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service provides free factory resharpening for the life of the knife, so the Benchmade Mini Freek 565 can go back to Benchmade any time for a fresh edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Benchmade Mini Freek 565 made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Benchmade Mini Freek 565 was manufactured in Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade Mini Freek 565?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Mini Freek 565 is available at Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer. This first-generation S30V Mini Freek is discontinued, so availability is limited; check current stock at Going Gear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52861355622720,"sku":"BCM-565","price":95.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_bc9e0628-5900-4a22-911c-cab259993561.jpg?v=1784902628","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-mini-freek","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}