Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK – Pink Handle 154CM AXIS Folder
The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK is the pink handled edition of Benchmade's most popular compact EDC folder, originally sold to support breast cancer awareness, with a portion of profits donated to the Oregon Health and Science University Breast Cancer Institute in Portland, Oregon. Under the pink Valox scales it is pure Mini Griptilian: a satin 154CM stainless drop point, ambidextrous thumb studs, the AXIS lock, and 420J stainless liners at 2.56 oz. This 154CM 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: Pink Valox (glass filled nylon) with 420J stainless liners
- Lock: AXIS lock with ambidextrous thumb studs
- Pocket Clip: Black, reversible, tip up
What is special about the pink Benchmade Mini Griptilian?
The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK was part of Benchmade's breast cancer awareness effort. Benchmade donated a portion of profits from this pink handled model to the OHSU Breast Cancer Institute's Breast Health Education Program, which makes surviving examples popular with collectors.
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 556PNK carries the same grippy handle, ambidextrous AXIS lock, and proven 154CM stainless steel that made the platform a go-to first quality EDC knife.
Is Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?
Benchmade still makes the Griptilian family, but the 154CM Valox generation of the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK is discontinued. Current Mini Griptilian production runs CPM-S30V blades with black Grivory handles.
Does Benchmade sharpen the Mini Griptilian 556PNK for free?
Yes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service will clean, adjust, and resharpen the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK to a factory edge for the life of the knife. You only pay shipping to Benchmade.
Is the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK made in the USA?
Yes. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK was built in Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon factory in the USA.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556PNK is a discontinued model sold as remaining stock.
