Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG – 154CM Combo Edge Sheepsfoot AXIS Folder
The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG combines the thumb hole opening sheepsfoot of the classic 555 with a partially serrated edge. The hollow ground, satin 154CM stainless blade keeps a plain front section for clean slicing and adds rear serrations for rope, straps, and fibrous material. Black Valox scales over 420J stainless liners keep it at 2.56 oz, with the fully ambidextrous AXIS lock. This 154CM Valox generation is discontinued.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 2.91"
- Blade Steel: 154CM stainless, 58-61 HRC
- Blade Style: Hollow ground modified sheepsfoot, combo edge, satin finish
- Opener: Ambidextrous thumb hole
- Blade Thickness: 0.100"
- Overall Length: 6.78"
- Closed Length: 3.87"
- Weight: 2.56 oz
- Handle: Black Valox (glass filled nylon) with 420J stainless liners
- Lock: AXIS lock
- Pocket Clip: Black, reversible, tip up
What is a combo edge?
A combo edge splits the blade into two working zones. On the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG the front of the sheepsfoot edge is plain for controlled push cuts, while the serrated section near the handle saws through rope, webbing, and cardboard with less effort.
What is a sheepsfoot blade good for?
The modified sheepsfoot on the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG puts almost all of the edge in a straight line for controlled utility cutting, with a tip that is less likely to puncture what is behind the material you are cutting. Paired with serrations it is a practical rescue and work knife profile.
Is Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?
Benchmade still makes the Griptilian family, but the 154CM Valox generation of the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG is discontinued. The current sheepsfoot Mini Griptilian runs a CPM-S30V blade with a black Grivory handle.
Does Benchmade sharpen the Mini Griptilian 555SHG for free?
Benchmade's LifeSharp service will clean, adjust, and resharpen the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG for the life of the knife, you only pay shipping. Ask Benchmade about the serrated section when you send it in, since serration support is more limited than plain edge sharpening.
Is the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG made in the USA?
Yes. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG was built in Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon factory in the USA.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555SHG is a discontinued model sold as remaining stock.
