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Benchmade - Bugout 535 EDC Knife with Ranger Green Grivory Handle (535GRY-1)

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,008 ratings
  • 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.
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The Bugout was designed for the modern outdoor adventurer, incorporating the lightest, best performing materials in an extremely slim yet ergonomic package.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,008 global ratings

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Customers like the portability, quality, sharpness, size and value of the sporting goods. For example, they mention it's light, ideal for office use, and the steel is great. Some appreciate the smoothness, and appearance. That said, some disagree on centering.

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117 customers mention110 positive7 negative

Customers find the Benchmade Bugout to be a perfect daily use knife. They say it is very light and thin, making it ideal for office use.

"...doesn't look scary, tactical or stabby like my PM2, making it ideal for office use...." Read more

"...Like it’s really light lol. And it’s quite thin also!..." Read more

"...It is so lightweight. I had no idea how much I'd appreciate that. By comparison, my other EDC knives feel like lead weights in my pocket...." Read more

"...So, I let him select one of my other blades. This is a great, light, sharp and minimal everyday carry...." Read more

109 customers mention82 positive27 negative

Customers like the quality of the knife. They say it's super solid, one of the best built knives they've put in their hands, and the steel is great. The action is smooth and reliable, and it retains a great edge. Customers also appreciate the ergonomics and the spectacular Axis lock.

"...get good s30v steel, a great clip, great ergonomics, and the spectacular Axis lock. It has a minimal liner much like the pricier BM 940...." Read more

"...But if you’re looking for something extremely durable and just bulletproof in every way look for something along the lines of an Osborne, Mini Adamas..." Read more

"...I absolutely love the look. Blade is robust enough to cut through most things (zip ties, rope, boxes, etc.) and still slice apples like butter...." Read more

"...inclined to use fuller blades on a daily, even though this is a good quality blade...." Read more

97 customers mention94 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the knife. For example, they mention it's a great blade, and it'll slice through anything. Some say the mechanism is secure, and the blade came from the factory extremely sharp. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of this EDC knife.

"...fine with the price of this knife because you get good s30v steel, a great clip, great ergonomics, and the spectacular Axis lock...." Read more

"...like a Benchmade Adamas or something like that but it is an absolutely fantastic blade, and if your looking for a high quality EDC this is it, and it..." Read more

"...and still slice apples like butter. Axis lock is totally solid. Zero blade play. Flicks open with minimal effort...." Read more

"...So, I let him select one of my other blades. This is a great, light, sharp and minimal everyday carry...." Read more

27 customers mention27 positive0 negative

Customers find the size of the pocket knife to be lightweight and slim. They say it takes up minimal pocket space and fits their XL sized hand very well. Customers also mention that the handle has good texture and fits comfortably in the hand. They also appreciate the deep carry pocket clip and the fact that it's hardly noticeable in the pocket.

"...It is short and deep with no distinguishing markings. Its a nice touch that the color matches the blade...." Read more

"I was happy to receive this item and found it the ideal size and function. I plan to keep the first one I purchased for EDC use." Read more

"...It's actually quite thin but still fits my XL sized hand very well...." Read more

"...really beefy knife body, this wouldn't be it, but it's perfect for slipping into your pocket every day...." Read more

23 customers mention17 positive6 negative

Customers like the value of the product. They say that it's well worth the price, the blade is great, and the overall package is great.

"...and if your looking for a high quality EDC this is it, and it’s worth every penny!..." Read more

"...My Delica 4 and Caligo and a close second. It worth its high price." Read more

"...Again, it is a great knife, but in my opinion not worth its price tag." Read more

"...Thie knofe is just amazing, super high quality and worth the money. It still looks and fiels like the day I bought it 6+ months ago...." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers are impressed with the smoothness of the sporting goods. They say the action is insanely smooth, and the blade has a smooth finish. They also appreciate the good texture of the polymer handle, and say it fits comfortably in the hand. Customers also say the matte coating is even and smooth, the blade holds edge well, and touches up easily. Overall, they are happy with the quality and performance of the product.

"...the first things you’ll notice when you open it up is how insanely smooth the action is...." Read more

"...Lifetime sharpening by Benchmade. S30V steel - great balance between ease of sharpening, toughness and edge retention. Made in USA...." Read more

"...2, After some oil and opening and closing it’s super smooth. Much easier to open then the Delica 4 and almost and as easy a CRKT Caligo...." Read more

"...After that, its smooth and reliable to the touch as it should be for the $$$. Was carrying a ZT 4.1in and after going through my Spyderco an ZT...." Read more

18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

Customers are impressed with the appearance of the sporting goods. They say it has a subdued appearance, with a slick color scheme. They also appreciate the minimal design, and the nimble feel of the knife.

"...The Bugout's light weight and subdued appearance make it a perfect addition...." Read more

"...I think the color scheme is really slick. Black, muted blade with matte green scales. I absolutely love the look...." Read more

"...The knife is lightweight, and simple. The blade holds an edge quite well, and I've been able to retain the sharpness without issue...." Read more

"...It's hardly noticeable in the pocket it looks great. I love the deep carry pocket clip...." Read more

17 customers mention11 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the centering of the knife. Some mention that it's shaving sharp with a perfectly centered blade, while others say that it arrived off-center, uneven, and not a true flat ground blade.

"...Mine came with a perfectly centered blade that is sharp enough to push cut and curve cut copy paper. Impressive...." Read more

"...Para military 2 and the same steel but lightweight, and not a true flat ground blade. Spyderco is the best at flat ground blades...." Read more

"...The lock up has zero play, blade was centered and it has nice solid feeling to the blade in use." Read more

"...Perfectly centered, amazing fit and finish with the OD green handle and brass thumb studs and spacers...." Read more

Best choice for EDC in this size.
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Best choice for EDC in this size.
I was happy to receive this item and found it the ideal size and function. I plan to keep the first one I purchased for EDC use.
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Irish Sprung
5.0 out of 5 stars What's in a name?
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2018
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It is strange that people are dinging this knife a star over its name. Seems petty. My work bag functions as a mini bug out bag that is full of lightweight bugout gear in a discreet Ogio backpack. It travels with me every day, so I want it as light and discreet as possible. The Bugout's light weight and subdued appearance make it a perfect addition. The knife doesn't look scary, tactical or stabby like my PM2, making it ideal for office use. It has no 50/50 choil, so unlike the smaller Spydercos, you get maximum blade length in a smaller knife. The deep carry clip and coated blade add to the stealthiness.

Speaking of the deep carry clip, it is one of the best I've seen on a production knife. It is short and deep with no distinguishing markings. Its a nice touch that the color matches the blade. Many other knives at this price point need a $30 aftermarket clip to equal this knife. The deep carry clips BM sent me for my Mini Grip and Barrage are not nearly as discreet. I factor this clip into the Bugout's overall value.

I'm fine with the price of this knife because you get good s30v steel, a great clip, great ergonomics, and the spectacular Axis lock. It has a minimal liner much like the pricier BM 940. IMO, the BM Axis lock and Spydie compression lock are the best locks for flipping and one handed operation, and most knives with this type of lock are pricey. Personally, I have a harder time justifying paying over $50 for a liner/frame/back lock folder when knives like the Ontario Rat 2 and QSP Parrot exist.

Mine came with a perfectly centered blade that is sharp enough to push cut and curve cut copy paper. Impressive. The blade has zero play, but it was a little tight and didnt swing freely out of the box. I loosened the pivot screw slightly, and it now opens and closes by gravity with much less blade play than my other BMs.

Though I was hesitant to buy this knife due to some sketchy and disingenuous reviews, it has far exceeded my expectations and I'm thinking about buying another. Love it.
Update: Dyed my green Bugout and QSP with RIT Scarlet to give them less military/ tactical appearances. Very pleased with how they turned out. Mixed 1/2 packet powders RIT with a quart of water and a pint of white vinegar. Simmered in a coffee can on the bbq grill so I didn't stain any pans or stink up the house. Took 2 minutes to get the Bugout color I wanted, and 10 to dye the G10 scales on the Parrot.
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Irish Sprung
5.0 out of 5 stars What's in a name?
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2018
It is strange that people are dinging this knife a star over its name. Seems petty. My work bag functions as a mini bug out bag that is full of lightweight bugout gear in a discreet Ogio backpack. It travels with me every day, so I want it as light and discreet as possible. The Bugout's light weight and subdued appearance make it a perfect addition. The knife doesn't look scary, tactical or stabby like my PM2, making it ideal for office use. It has no 50/50 choil, so unlike the smaller Spydercos, you get maximum blade length in a smaller knife. The deep carry clip and coated blade add to the stealthiness.

Speaking of the deep carry clip, it is one of the best I've seen on a production knife. It is short and deep with no distinguishing markings. Its a nice touch that the color matches the blade. Many other knives at this price point need a $30 aftermarket clip to equal this knife. The deep carry clips BM sent me for my Mini Grip and Barrage are not nearly as discreet. I factor this clip into the Bugout's overall value.

I'm fine with the price of this knife because you get good s30v steel, a great clip, great ergonomics, and the spectacular Axis lock. It has a minimal liner much like the pricier BM 940. IMO, the BM Axis lock and Spydie compression lock are the best locks for flipping and one handed operation, and most knives with this type of lock are pricey. Personally, I have a harder time justifying paying over $50 for a liner/frame/back lock folder when knives like the Ontario Rat 2 and QSP Parrot exist.

Mine came with a perfectly centered blade that is sharp enough to push cut and curve cut copy paper. Impressive. The blade has zero play, but it was a little tight and didnt swing freely out of the box. I loosened the pivot screw slightly, and it now opens and closes by gravity with much less blade play than my other BMs.

Though I was hesitant to buy this knife due to some sketchy and disingenuous reviews, it has far exceeded my expectations and I'm thinking about buying another. Love it.
Update: Dyed my green Bugout and QSP with RIT Scarlet to give them less military/ tactical appearances. Very pleased with how they turned out. Mixed 1/2 packet powders RIT with a quart of water and a pint of white vinegar. Simmered in a coffee can on the bbq grill so I didn't stain any pans or stink up the house. Took 2 minutes to get the Bugout color I wanted, and 10 to dye the G10 scales on the Parrot.
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Josiah H
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Fantastic EDC Knife
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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Right out the box I was awestruck with how light the Bugout was. Like it’s really light lol. And it’s quite thin also! I have quite Big hands width wise and at first it felt a little strange to open (only because I’ve always bought very very chunky knives) even so I still got used to it very fast and now it’s one of my favorite knives to fidget with! that is the only reason I put ergonomics at 4 stars instead of five, it’s really just a preference thing, but if my fat hands could get used to it you can too lol. But none of that takes away from its sturdiness for its size or high quality build at all! One of the first things you’ll notice when you open it up is how insanely smooth the action is. If it’s not smooth right away just keep fidgeting with it and trust me it’ll be silky smooth is no time! I’m a huge fan of anything benchmade and the bugout in my opinion has to be the best EDC knife I’ve ever had as regards practicality. I quality control tested it and it passed my inspection with flying colors. And of course it’s extremely sharp, it glides through paper and cardboard which is what I initially tested it with. Keep in mind it’s not going to be ridiculously sturdy like a Benchmade Adamas or something like that but it is an absolutely fantastic blade, and if your looking for a high quality EDC this is it, and it’s worth every penny! But if you’re looking for something extremely durable and just bulletproof in every way look for something along the lines of an Osborne, Mini Adamas, or something like that from benchmade. Hopefully this made some sense and helps y’all out a bit 🤙
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A. Gunderson
5.0 out of 5 stars phenomenal knife
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2021
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I bought this knife as an EDC and for camping/hiking use. I have a heavy duty bushcraft knife for batoning and chopping wood and this bugout is a perfect complement to that. It is so lightweight. I had no idea how much I'd appreciate that. By comparison, my other EDC knives feel like lead weights in my pocket. Its minimal design is an inherent part of its brilliance. I love the scales. They don't feel cheap to me. If I try really hard I can get them to flex a tiny bit in the middle but in no way is that any part of practical use. I think the color scheme is really slick. Black, muted blade with matte green scales. I absolutely love the look. Blade is robust enough to cut through most things (zip ties, rope, boxes, etc.) and still slice apples like butter. Axis lock is totally solid. Zero blade play. Flicks open with minimal effort. Deep carry clip which helps in my work environment where I don't want others paying attention to my knife. Hardly notice it in my pocket. Lifetime sharpening by Benchmade. S30V steel - great balance between ease of sharpening, toughness and edge retention. Made in USA. Just hits on all cylinders. Only downside is price at ~$145. But then I realize I spend that much on a couple family dinners out these days. This knife is worth it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Appealing edc!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2023
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Appealing edc! I purchased this item for a friend, however it didn't arrive in time before my buddy headed back to Argentina. So, I let him select one of my other blades. This is a great, light, sharp and minimal everyday carry. The ergonomics are good, it feels very comfortable in the hand, i have small to medium hands. Im inclined to use fuller blades on a daily, even though this is a good quality blade. I wouldn't feel comfortable hacking away at heavy duty gay lord boxes or other misc debris found in the loading department and around the warehouse. The brand Benchmade speaks for itself, I'm certain it would be up to the task, but I prefer a meatier knife like the Coldsteel Recon one. Nonetheless, you wouldn't be disappointed if you owned this bugout. I didn't make this purchase for myself so I did return it, not because I didn't like it, but because I felt it wasn't suitable for my needs and I still have my trusty griptilian, I hope this helps.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Appealing edc!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2023
Appealing edc! I purchased this item for a friend, however it didn't arrive in time before my buddy headed back to Argentina. So, I let him select one of my other blades. This is a great, light, sharp and minimal everyday carry. The ergonomics are good, it feels very comfortable in the hand, i have small to medium hands. Im inclined to use fuller blades on a daily, even though this is a good quality blade. I wouldn't feel comfortable hacking away at heavy duty gay lord boxes or other misc debris found in the loading department and around the warehouse. The brand Benchmade speaks for itself, I'm certain it would be up to the task, but I prefer a meatier knife like the Coldsteel Recon one. Nonetheless, you wouldn't be disappointed if you owned this bugout. I didn't make this purchase for myself so I did return it, not because I didn't like it, but because I felt it wasn't suitable for my needs and I still have my trusty griptilian, I hope this helps.
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Manuel
5.0 out of 5 stars Tolles EDC Messer
Reviewed in Germany on November 9, 2023
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Super Messer mit einer tollen Verarbeitung und Sau scharf Out the box.kein klingenspiel.ein tolles leichtes EDC Messer.
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Bitchiraeva
5.0 out of 5 stars Pas Mal
Reviewed in France on March 9, 2019
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Pour EDC il est pas mal. Effective et légère, néanmoins je n'arrive pas à nettoyer la lame de couteau. Il y a les taches. Un peux déçu que n'a pas acheté version bleue. Pourquoi la lame du couteau n'est pas nettoyée de traces???
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Bitchiraeva
5.0 out of 5 stars Pas Mal
Reviewed in France on March 9, 2019
Pour EDC il est pas mal. Effective et légère, néanmoins je n'arrive pas à nettoyer la lame de couteau. Il y a les taches. Un peux déçu que n'a pas acheté version bleue. Pourquoi la lame du couteau n'est pas nettoyée de traces???
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seb
5.0 out of 5 stars Best edc for me atm!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 5, 2018
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Light weight, good steel. Awsome looks, very good food prep knife. I love it
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TETU
5.0 out of 5 stars 軽量で扱いやすい。
Reviewed in Japan on December 26, 2021
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ベンチメイド製フォールディングナイフです。とても軽く登山にも最適です。が値段が高額なのと国内品薄なのが欠点です。入手できれば所有感を満たしてくれる事間違いありません。
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E.Till
5.0 out of 5 stars Great price for value
Reviewed in Germany on October 26, 2022
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a classic. lite, good action, came very sharp
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