Benchmade
Bugout 535 Folding Knife
Why we picked it
Incredibly lightweight at 1.85 oz
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty + LifeSharpMade in: USASatisfaction: 92%
The Benchmade Bugout 535 is the EDC knife r/BuyItForLife recommends for everyday carry. At just 1.85 oz with a CPM-S30V blade, it is featherlight yet incredibly tough. Benchmade's LifeSharp program offers free sharpening for life, and redditors love the AXIS lock mechanism.
Limited Lifetime Warranty + LifeSharp Made in USA
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Community & Review Summary
4.7/ 5
7,890 Amazon reviews
92%
Reddit satisfaction score
890
Total mentions (820 positive)
#178
Amazon sales rank
Why Reddit Recommends This
Price History
Above AverageOct 25Apr 26
Lowest
$139.00
Dec 1
Average
$153.50
Highest
$165.00
Oct 1
Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Incredibly lightweight at 1.85 oz
- +CPM-S30V blade steel holds edge well
- +AXIS lock is ambidextrous and strong
- +LifeSharp program offers free lifetime sharpening
- +Made in Oregon City, Oregon, USA
- +Slim profile disappears in pocket
Cons
- -Expensive for an EDC knife
- -Blue Grivory handles flex slightly under pressure
- -Blade can develop lateral play over time
- -Limited to 3.24-inch blade