Benchmade 535TN-2601 Bugout Folding Knife

Benchmade 535TN-2601 Bugout Folding Knife

The Benchmade 535TN-2601 Bugout is a lightweight and highly practical folding knife designed for everyday carry. Weighing just over 52 grams, it offers exceptional portability without sacrificing performance. The 82 mm Drop Point blade is crafted from premium Elmax stainless steel and finished with a durable Cerakote® coating. This version features Taiga Green handle scales, giving the knife a distinctive and modern appearance while maintaining its minimalist design.

Built for convenience and functionality, the Bugout is an ideal companion for daily tasks, outdoor use, and general utility work.

Key Features

• Drop Point blade made from Elmax stainless steel

• Durable Cerakote® blade finish

• Hardened to 59–61 HRC

• Dual thumb studs for ambidextrous one-handed opening

• Reliable AXIS® Lock mechanism

• Lightweight Grivory® handle scales

• Reversible Deep Carry pocket clip

• Lanyard hole for cord or paracord attachment

Elmax Steel and Cerakote® Finish

At the core of the Bugout is a blade made from Swedish Elmax powder steel, engineered for demanding everyday use. This steel provides excellent edge retention, high wear resistance, and strong corrosion protection. As a result, the blade stays sharp longer when cutting materials such as cardboard, plastics, rope, food, or textiles.

With a hardness rating of 59–61 HRC, the blade offers a well-balanced combination of cutting performance and durability. The Cerakote® coating enhances surface protection against corrosion and scratches while adding a refined aesthetic finish. For maintenance, diamond sharpening tools are recommended due to the steel’s hardness.

Grivory® Handle Construction

The handle scales are made from lightweight yet durable Grivory®, a high-performance polymer resistant to heat and environmental stress. Textured surfaces improve grip security while keeping overall weight to a minimum. The slim profile and ergonomic design ensure comfortable pocket carry throughout the day.

Proven AXIS® Lock Mechanism

The knife features Benchmade’s signature AXIS® Lock system, known for its strength, smooth operation, and resistance to dirt. This ambidextrous locking mechanism provides reliable blade security and easy handling.

Discreet and Practical Carry

A reversible Deep Carry pocket clip allows discreet tip-up carry on either side. The handle also includes a lanyard hole for attaching paracord or additional retention accessories.

The Benchmade 535TN-2601 Bugout represents precision American engineering in a compact, ultra-light format. It is designed for users who demand reliability, independence, and readiness in a refined everyday tool.

Technical Specifications

• Blade Lock: AXIS® Lock

• Blade Shape: Drop Point

• Edge Type: Plain

• Knife Type: Folding

• Opening Mechanism: Thumb stud

• Blade Steel: Elmax stainless steel

• Hardness: 59–61 HRC

• Blade Finish: Cerakote®

• Blade Length: 81.3 mm

• Blade Thickness: 2.3 mm

• Closed Length: 107.2 mm

• Overall Length: 189.5 mm

• Handle Thickness: 10.67 mm

• Handle Material: Grivory®

• Handle Color: Green (Taiga Green)

• Clip: Deep Carry, black, reversible left/right

• Lanyard Hole: Yes

• Intended Use: Everyday carry (EDC)

• Corrosion Resistance: High

• Edge Retention: High

• Weight: 52.45 g

• Warranty: Lifetime manufacturer’s warranty

• Manufacturer: Benchmade, USA

• Model Number: 535TN-2601