Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL – Yellow Handle 154CM AXIS Folder
The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL puts a high visibility yellow Valox handle on Benchmade's most popular compact EDC folder. The satin 154CM stainless drop point opens with ambidextrous thumb studs and locks up on the ambidextrous AXIS mechanism, with 420J stainless liners inside the 2.56 oz frame. The bright handle is easy to spot on a jobsite, in a tackle box, or in the field. This 154CM Valox generation is discontinued.
Specifications
Blade Length: 2.91"
Blade Steel: 154CM stainless, 58-61 HRC
Blade Style: Modified drop point, plain edge, satin finish
Blade Thickness: 0.100"
Overall Length: 6.78"
Closed Length: 3.87"
Weight: 2.56 oz
Handle: Yellow Valox (glass filled nylon) with 420J stainless liners
Lock: AXIS lock with ambidextrous thumb studs
Pocket Clip: Black, reversible, tip up
Did Benchmade make a yellow Mini Griptilian?
Yes. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL was a factory variant with a yellow Valox handle over the same satin 154CM drop point as the standard 556. Because the 154CM generation is discontinued, the yellow handle version is now only found as remaining stock.
Why is the Benchmade Mini Griptilian so popular?
The Griptilian family has been a Benchmade best seller for more than two decades. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL combines the grippy, lightweight handle and fully ambidextrous AXIS lock with a color that is hard to lose, a practical pick for work and outdoor carry.
Is Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?
Benchmade still makes the Griptilian family, but the 154CM Valox generation of the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL is discontinued. Current Mini Griptilian production runs CPM-S30V blades with black Grivory handles.
Does Benchmade sharpen the Mini Griptilian 556-YEL for free?
Yes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service will clean, adjust, and resharpen the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL to a factory edge for the life of the knife. You only pay shipping to Benchmade.
Is the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL made in the USA?
Yes. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL was built in Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon factory in the USA.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556-YEL is a discontinued model sold as remaining stock.
