Description
The Benchmade Bugout offers a lightweight, ergonomic build designed with everyday carry and general outdoor use in mind. Its high-performance CPM-S30V blade sports a partial swedge to provide a finer point, and comes fitted with blue anodised dual thumb studs for easy one-handed operation. The comfortable Grivory handle has been textured on either side for added grip without being abrasive. Comes complete with an oversized lanyard hole and reversible deep-carry clip for convenient EDC.
- Blade Length: 3.24″ (8.23 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.090″ (2.29 mm)
- Handle Thickness: 0.42″ (10.54 mm)
- Blade Material: CPM-S30V Stainless Steel
- Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Weight: 1.85 oz. (52.45 g)
- Pocket Clip: Stainless Steel, Reversible, Tip-Up
- Lock Mechanism: AXIS
- Overall Length: 7.46″ (18.95 cm)
- Closed Length: 4.22″ (10.72 cm)
- Class: Blue
- Made in the USA
julian (verified owner) –
Very light knife with a low profile so you really don’t notice it in your pocket. I must admit initially I was a little disappointed as I think I was expecting slightly larger dimensions and a more ‘solid’ hand feel. However, the more I carry it the more I realise it’s a true EDC; I literally have it with me at all times and have not once felt it was inconvenient in my pocket or couldn’t get the job done. Still early days but seems to be a resilient blade and durable-sturdy handle, (despite my initial misgivings). Maybe the price is misleading (made me think I was getting a bigger knife) so make sure you d/check the dimensions before you commit. Quick delivery despite ‘back order’ status.
James (verified owner) –
What a knife, I’m normally such a big, heavy knife person but the bugout brought about some kind of religious epiphany. Having something so light in your pocket that is so damn capable is just amazing. Love it. And the service from elite outdoor gear was great
Tom (verified owner) –
Great service, received my product quickly and very happy with the quality and payment options.
The bugout is a great knife and very sharp.
Colin Burgess (verified owner) –
I’m very happy with my Bugout, it’s light and convenient to carry. It was a bit tight to operate to start but has broken in nicely. The pocket clip is short but effective and it carries deep in the pocket which I like. It came reasonably sharp out of the box, the blade was slightly off center but I can live with that. The Bugout will be a great summer knife, carrying in lite shorts is not a problem due to the lite weight. I recommend this knife for every day use it is a good quality knife, and I will be carrying it through the summer.
Ozzy (verified owner) –
This was an interesting purchase because i had to purchase the Bugout in order for Harrison to swap it out with the Gerber Fastball – which didn’t make it on the site yet (that is how keen i was to get it). The service commitment to notify me as soon as the Fastball arrived in the country, to the follow up and personal care Harrison invested into my business trumps any transaction in the past. You are the real MVP Harrison!
Now onto the Gerber Fastball! Wooweeee is all i can say….I have waited months for it and boy was it worth the wait. Ironically was in two minds whether to purchase the Bugout or Fastball. The Bugout with the proprietary axis lock or Gerber (in all its glory) with a “stab” at the market to get a share of the high end EDC community.
From the overall balance, to the ergonomics and the sage green aluminium scales. But more importantly the finish, bevel and razor sharp edge of the stonewashed CPM-S30V blade has blown my mind. Sorry sorry….i lie….the detent on the flipper still has me putting the action through its paces because i am still in awe of how “snappy” and rigid it feels. The knife has not only been my most important and valued EDC item but it is now my stress ball….literally. Rough day at the office? Hit that flipper. Someone gives me a hard time? Hit that flipper. In deep thinking mode? Hit that flipper. Trying to find an address? Don’t turn the music down! HIT THAT FLIPPER!!
Tim Browne (verified owner) –
I looked at so many different knives for edc but wasn’t sure what to buy… Then I came across benchmade. Then I seen the price and asked myself why is it so much for a plastic handle knife? Not willing to take the $200 hit for the bugout 535 I thought I’d afterpay it then decide if it’s worth it. YES very worth it. So light you don’t realise it’s on you sometimes and cuts so well. I have another knife I use to use but haven’t seen since I purchased this beautiful knife… I will be buying more!
Rhys (verified owner) –
I’ve used the bugout everyday now and the blade retention of the s30v steel still amazes me. Cutting cardboard, rubber, zip ties and even carving a small amount of aluminium among other things. Still so sharp, light and a joy to operate. Quality knife.
Luke (verified owner) –
This is my first Benchmade EDC Knife. Before arrival I was impatiently waiting for this little thing to show up and when it did I was overjoyed. I have used it everyday since carrying out day to day different working activities and has been perfect. I’m very happy with this purchase and can’t recommend enough
J-Roy. (verified owner) –
Really happy with this edc knife. It’s lighter then the keys I use daily. So it’s not noticeable at all. Fit and finish was great, blade was very sharp. Looks like Benchmade quality is going good 2019. Purchase was easy, postage was fast and got updates. If I lost this knife definitely buy again. Hopefully elite outdoor drops there prices more if that happens. One can only hope. Lol.
Daniel (verified owner) –
Have you ever looked at a piece of jewellery and thought “If only I could cut things with it”? Well, you need never have that thought again. The Bugout 535 is a thing of beauty and it cuts! Once it goes in your pocket you forget about it, but when you pull it out you may just get accused of robbing Aladdin’s cave. Perfect for everyday tasks or taking on a hike.
Max boucher (verified owner) –
Quick service and a quality product at a great price