Bugout 535 Folding Knife
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Why we picked it
Incredibly lightweight at 1.85 oz
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.
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Community & Review Summary
2,775 Amazon reviews
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Total mentions (820 positive)
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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
- -Grivory handles flex slightly under pressure
- -Blade can develop lateral play over time
- -Limited to 3.24-inch blade
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty
Lifetime warranty plus LifeSharp service - free sharpening and tune-ups for the life of the knife.
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