--- product_id: 395918093 title: "Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish" brand: "benchmade" price: "£285.99" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Benchmade" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/395918093-benchmade-bugout-535-edc-manual-open-folding-knife-drop-point store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Ambidextrous ergonomic Grivory handle 1.85 oz ultra-lightweight CPM-S30V steel for edge retention & corrosion resistance Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish **Brand:** benchmade **Price:** £285.99 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🗡️ Slice through your day with the Bugout — where featherlight meets fierce precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish by benchmade - **How much does it cost?** £285.99 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/395918093-benchmade-bugout-535-edc-manual-open-folding-knife-drop-point) ## Best For - benchmade enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted benchmade brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Featherweight Powerhouse:** At just 1.85 oz, carry unmatched cutting performance without the bulk. - • **Ambidextrous Grip Mastery:** Ergonomic, textured Grivory handle fits perfectly in either hand, engineered for durability and comfort. - • **Smooth & Secure Axis Lock:** Experience effortless one-handed operation with a locking mechanism designed for safety and speed. - • **Sleek, Slim, and Ready to Go:** Compact 7.46" open length with a reversible clip ensures versatile, low-profile everyday carry. - • **American-Made Steel Excellence:** CPM-S30V blade delivers razor-sharp edge retention and corrosion resistance for all your adventures. ## Overview The Benchmade Bugout 535 is a premium American-made folding knife featuring a 3.24" CPM-S30V drop point blade known for exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance. Weighing only 1.85 ounces, its ultra-light Grivory handle is fully ambidextrous with an ergonomic textured grip. The smooth Axis locking mechanism ensures safe, one-handed operation, while the slim profile and reversible clip make it the ultimate everyday carry tool for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike. ## Description The bugout was designed for the modern outdoor adventurer, incorporating the lightest, best performing materials in an extremely slim yet ergonomic package. Specifications: designer: benchmade; mechanism: axis lock; action: manual opening; blade steel: cpm s30v 58 60 hrc; blade length: 3.24" 8.23cm; blade thickness: 0.090" 2.29mm; open length: 7.46" 18.95cm; closed length: 4.22" 10.72cm; handle thickness: 0.42" 10.54mm; weight: 1.85oz. 52.45g. Sheath type: no sheath Review: Ligera pero robusta - Una navaja muy robusta y al mismo tiempo ligera que la hacen muy adecuada como herramienta EDC. El acero de la hoja es de gran calidad y el mecanismo de bloqueo funciona con una suavidad increíble. Review: 535 a great quality American made folding knife - Very smooth folding action. Perfectly centered. Fantastic lockup. Rock solid. Absolutely zero up/down or side to side blade play. Great details with the blue anodized thumb studs, barrel spacers and black coated titanium axis lock bar. A minimalist steel liner design frame the axis lock mechanism. Phosphor bronze washers. Clever and small deep carry pocket clip with a wear resistant parkerized (vs painted) finish. Extremely slicey s30v premium blade steel grind. A beautiful swedge at the top of the blade aids is its piercing capabilities. Of course the hole vs the sum of its parts – a very well-engineered light weight carry. Regardless of weight, the knife still feels quite solid in the hand. Blue injection molded glass-filled nylon-based plastic polymer (Benchmade read: “Grivory”) handle scales offer a satisfying grip texture. Easily light and compact enough to serve as a backup blade option inside any bugout bag. However, still very well suited in most any EDC environment. The terms “high-speed and low-drag” come to mind. But in a good way… vs the mall ninja, car door batoning, z-hunter kind of way (node to The Shabazz). A high performance folding knife very much akin to a light weight high performance sports car. Ultimately a very highly recommended purchase. Probably the only knife that most will truly ever need on a day to day basis. If you’re considering the basic configuration Benchmade mini grip(s) or Spyderco Delica 4. Then you own it to yourself to at least strongly consider the Benchmade 535 Bugout. One of the very best in the entire Benchmade line up. ## 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. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07452LTBD | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Age range (description) | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #115,288 in Sporting Goods ( See Top 100 in Sporting Goods ) #109 in Camping Folding Knives | | Blade Edge | Convex | | Blade Length | 3.24 Inches | | Blade Material | Stainless Steel | | Blade Shape | Drop Point | | Brand | Benchmade | | Brand Name | Benchmade | | Color | Flat dark earth and blue | | Customer Package Type | Flat Free Package (FFP) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,462 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00610953150112 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Plastic | | Included Components | Knife | | Included components | Knife | | Is Product Cordless | Yes | | Item Length | 7.46 Inches | | Item Shape | Round | | Item Type Name | Benchmade Bugout 535 Knife, Droppoint | | Item Weight | 1.85 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Benchmade | | Model Name | Bugout | | Model Number | 535 | | Model name | Bugout | | Part Number | 535 | | Power Source | Manual | | Product Care Instructions | Clean and oil blade and mechanism regularly | | Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor Activities, Daily Wear | | Recommended uses for product | Outdoor Activities, Daily Wear | | Reusability | Reusable | | Size | 3 بوصة | | Special Features | Lightweight, Foldable, Reversible, AXIS Lock Mechanism, Textured Crater Blue Grivory Handle | | Special features | Lightweight, Foldable, Reversible, AXIS Lock Mechanism, Textured Crater Blue Grivory Handle | | Style | Bugout | | Theme | Sport | | UPC | 610953150112 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Adult - **Brand:** Benchmade - **Model name:** Bugout - **Recommended uses for product:** Outdoor Activities, Daily Wear - **Special features:** Lightweight, Foldable, Reversible, AXIS Lock Mechanism, Textured Crater Blue Grivory Handle ## Images ![Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OrC9BoLNL.jpg) ![Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71jwG1+2hML.jpg) ![Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81XBpVXncfL.jpg) ![Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81QECXZ93JL.jpg) ![Benchmade Bugout 535 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop Point Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish, Blue Grivory Handle, Made in USA, Grivory Handle/Benchmade Blue/Plain Edge/Satin Finish - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81QCHVngMQL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Are you an authorized seller, will benchmade honor the lifetime guarantee?** A: I've never once had Benchmade all me for a receipt when sending in a knife for service...not once. They simply verify that the knife is legit and not a clone and then fix whatever is wrong, and then return your knife to you. I've sent in probably 30 over the years, and they've never asked for my receipt to proceed I bought it from a authorized reseller. They realize that people sell these so much on the secondary market, that it would be impossible to have a receipt for every single one-plus who saves a receipt from 5-10 years ago? Nobody. They just fix them, or offer you credit for another model if the one you send in can't be fixed and is out of production. **Q: Anyone know if the bug out pocket clip is compatible with the 940?** A: It Is **Q: How do I know that this is not a clone aka a fake?** A: Fakes/clones/replicas/knockoffs, whatever you want to call them are sold by three major vendors: AliExpress, DHgate and Wish. The knives are manufactured by a small group of craftsman representing an estimated 10-20 major online customer facing storefronts in Shenzhen, China. These stores are shielded by China's 'give zero f@#$ks' attitude related to copyright law, fair use and international patent laws. I've seen clones of a Benchmade 940 and the new Benchmade 9400 Auto. The quality in materials is indistinguishable, even the D2 and S30v steel hardness was true to the originals on the ones I examined. After a side-by-side comparison with my genuine 940 the small discrepancies start crawling out of the woodwork. Examples: The blade not seating low enough in the closed position, pocket clip 2cm shorter than original, laser engravings are slightly askew. They are getting better all the time and becoming harder to spot, especially now that the clone shops are dialing in their authentic looking packaging. For a price comparison: Chinese 9400Bk $30, free shipping. USA 9400Bk $270, shipping varies. 535's clones start around $20, but come in many limited editions with anodized titanium parts, jade/G10/carbon fiber and even titanium scales. **Q: Is this a legal knife to carry in California?** A: Yes ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ligera pero robusta *by J***. on 29 April 2023* Una navaja muy robusta y al mismo tiempo ligera que la hacen muy adecuada como herramienta EDC. El acero de la hoja es de gran calidad y el mecanismo de bloqueo funciona con una suavidad increíble. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 535 a great quality American made folding knife *by B***H on 4 April 2018* Very smooth folding action. Perfectly centered. Fantastic lockup. Rock solid. Absolutely zero up/down or side to side blade play. Great details with the blue anodized thumb studs, barrel spacers and black coated titanium axis lock bar. A minimalist steel liner design frame the axis lock mechanism. Phosphor bronze washers. Clever and small deep carry pocket clip with a wear resistant parkerized (vs painted) finish. Extremely slicey s30v premium blade steel grind. A beautiful swedge at the top of the blade aids is its piercing capabilities. Of course the hole vs the sum of its parts – a very well-engineered light weight carry. Regardless of weight, the knife still feels quite solid in the hand. Blue injection molded glass-filled nylon-based plastic polymer (Benchmade read: “Grivory”) handle scales offer a satisfying grip texture. Easily light and compact enough to serve as a backup blade option inside any bugout bag. However, still very well suited in most any EDC environment. The terms “high-speed and low-drag” come to mind. But in a good way… vs the mall ninja, car door batoning, z-hunter kind of way (node to The Shabazz). A high performance folding knife very much akin to a light weight high performance sports car. Ultimately a very highly recommended purchase. Probably the only knife that most will truly ever need on a day to day basis. If you’re considering the basic configuration Benchmade mini grip(s) or Spyderco Delica 4. Then you own it to yourself to at least strongly consider the Benchmade 535 Bugout. One of the very best in the entire Benchmade line up. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Uno de los mejores! *by J***E on 3 December 2019* Sin duda una de las mejores navajas que he comprado. Es muy ligera y el filo excepcional. Es muy divertido abrirla y cerrarla con una sola mano son su candado AXIS. El material del mango podría ser de mejor calidad pero aun así le doy 5 estrellas! ## Frequently Bought Together - Benchmade - Bugout 535 EDC Knife with Blue Grivory Handle (535) - Benchmade - Mini Bugout 533 Folding Knife with Orange Grivory Handle (533) - Benchmade - Bugout 535 EDC Knife with Black CF-Elite Handle (535BK-2) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/395918093-benchmade-bugout-535-edc-manual-open-folding-knife-drop-point](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/395918093-benchmade-bugout-535-edc-manual-open-folding-knife-drop-point) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-26*