A good folding knife is something that everyone should have. Whether it is for just breaking down boxes or to have on hand for an emergency. And I think I have finally found the absolute best lightweight EDC folding knife on the market.
Over the years I have really loved carrying things like the Spyderco Delica 4, but recently I absolutely fell in love with the Benchmade Bugout. This is what I call an EDC knife! The S30V steel is really great and holds an edge very well. But it is also fairly easy to sharpen in the field which is a big plus for a knife that you will be using all the time. The grivory handles are textured nicely and are super lightweight. At first, you wonder how stable the knife will be with these scales, but in long-term use, they have held up excellently.
As always with Benchmade, the knife comes hair-splittingly sharp out of the box and is very well balanced with no weighting to one side or the other. The axis lock system on the Bugout is awesome. It allows you to quickly deploy the knife with the thumb piece and you will find yourself playing with this mechanism quite a bit when you are bored. Overall, the action on the flip and the security of the axis lock is top-notch.
If you are on the lookout for a very good premium lightweight EDC folding knife, the Benchmade Bugout is one to consider.
Benchmade - Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife Made in USA, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Green Grivory Handle, Made in the USA
Features
- LIGHT AS A FEATHER: And incredibly tough; Ideal for hiking, camping, and backpacking, and made for everyday use; A lightweight, go-anywhere tool.
- AMERICAN MADE CPM-S30V STEEL: For first-rate edge retention and corrosion resistance; Precision drop-point construction for strength and versatility.
- FULLY AMBIDEXTROUS GRIVORY HANDLE: Has an ergonomic textured grip and is molded from glass-filled nylon for superior durability.
- AXIS LOCKING MECHANISM: Ensures safety and a smooth open and easy close; Reversible clip; Lanyard hole for versatile carry options.
