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Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive
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A cinch to use and super lightweight, this knife features a partially serrated, coated blade, molded handle and a smooth AXIS™ locking mechanism.
- Coated, 154 CM stainless-steel, combination-edge blade is strong and sharp enough to slice through food, wire and ropes with ease
- The strong, spring-loaded AXIS locking mechanism adjusts smoothly for ease of operation
- Ambidextrous blade is keenly unleashed with a simple push of the thumb-stud openers
- Molded nylon handle is lightweight and easy to grip
- Reversible pocket clip makes storage and carry easy--just clip it on your pocket or belt and go!
- Silky carrying sheath included
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Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Sharp blade (18)
- Comfortable grip (15)
- Durable (15)
- Smooth locking mechanism (15)
Cons
- Difficult to clean (3)
Best Uses
- Camping (15)
- Home (11)
- Survival (7)
- Hunting (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (8), Avid adventurer (7)
- Was this a gift?:
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Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
It was a little stiff to open when I first got it, but nothing a little oil didn't solve. I've been carrying it almost every day. Solid like all Benchmade knives...
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Protection
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
The knife is a small perfect low-profile knife I carry around with me everywhere. I mostly carry it around for protection purposes. When I do use it, it is useful for opening boxes, opening mail, or cutting strings/rope. It is very useful to have as an everyday item. Also, you never know when you'll need it for protection.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
- Clip Broke
Best Uses
- General purpose
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
Very handy knife that I carry always. Was getting a little dull and wondering about the "factory sharpening" after 2 yrs but then my clip broke. REI's no questions asked return policy made my day. Now I have a new one and don't have to worry about sharpening for a while.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Benchmade service
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
- Difficult To Clean
Best Uses
- Everyday Carry
- Hunting
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
I've carried this knife for two years, and it beats CRKT knives hands down. I like the lanyard loop and the serrated blade.
But what really won me over was the $5 Benchmade knife sharpening service. I sent in my knife and they sharpened it, oiled and even sent me a new clip and screws. Awesome.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Every Day Carry
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
This knife has become one of the few items that I never am without. When not in my pocket it resides in the bowl by the front door with car keys, ID, CCards and pocket change. The locking mechanism is positive and fail safe, the action to close & open is smooth and very easy. The edge stays sharp for +6 months even with daily abuse. My first knife lasted three years before TSA inherited it (my bad, just forgot it was in my pocket) the 2nd is in my pocket now, the third, which was bought today, will be a gift. While I own several knives, this is the one with me every day. Recommended
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Deployment
- Solid Lock Up
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Daily carry
- Home
- Hunting
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
I've attended a couple of tactical trainers with this knife clipped into my vest. It has crawled thru sand, gravel and mud and keeps working. I could hear the grit as I opened the blade, and yes it slowed down the mechanism some, but it could still be done with one hand.
I saw a few other posts said the black wears off the blade and the housing has cracked away. I have not had either problem yet. Actually as hard as I am on things, if it was going to happen I would have thought it would by now.
That said the black on the CLIP is painted over silver and the clip has worn and scratched away along the edges. Not a big deal to me. The clip can easily be removed and painted rattle can black if it became necessary.
For daily carry, sometimes in rough environments, this has been a solid knife.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
I use it for EDU and camping. It is amazing. It works well and is very comfortable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
Owned one previously but lost it, was happy to replace it with the exact same knife.
Compact size fits snug in my (female) hand, and I don't have to over extend to deploy the blade.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Hunting
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
I have owned this knife for over four years. It has survived countless trips to the mountains, every day use and two combat tours now. Simply stated: this knife has been abused and abused and abused! The blade has never once let me down. Chances are that I will lose this knife before i break it. After all it has been through it still performs as well as the day i bought it. Very tough to beat this knife in the price range it is in.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Hunting
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian Serrated Locking Knife - Olive:
I've used this knife for general purposes for 2 years and have yet to sharpen it. The coating is wearing slightly, but the blade is still very sharp. I use the serrated portion of the blade about as much as the non-serrated portion.
The blade opening and closing mechanism is still incredibly smooth. The knife is well balanced in my hand both blade open and blade closed. The grip points are well suited for sweaty and wet hands.
The best part is that it has maintained all of its functionality and didn't suffer a scratch or dent after dropping it 15 feet down an elevator shaft (bizarre chain of events - could not duplicate in a 1000 attempts)...this is the one knife I carry every day.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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