“The blade was obviously off center, and loose. It looked like a pivot washer was missing so I took it apart and sure enough, they forgot to put a pivot washer in. The blade was also discolored near the tip.”
“The blade was obviously off center, and loose. It looked like a pivot washer was missing so I took it apart and sure enough, they forgot to put a pivot washer in. The blade was also discolored near the tip.”
“So far no complaints. I had some chipping on a couple of my first Bugouts, but this one and a ranger green I had, which I sold did not have any chipping issue.”
“Over the past few months the 535 has replaced my Delica and Endura as well as a couple of Mini Grips. Sold most of my other folders off because I just don't see the need any more.”
“Personal experiences like that is why I'll never buy another BM knife again. Absolutely zero quality control and utterly incompetent workmanship.”
“There is a distinct rubbing when opening with the right side thumb stud, the word dragging seems less accurate, and gritty it's not.”
“I am very happy that I gave the bugout a chance. It is an incredible slicer and very easy to pocket carry. It’s so lite that I sometimes check to make sure it is still in my pocket.”
“The knives I received show obvious lack of both, and it is unacceptable at their price point.”
“The Bugout with good solid scales, G10, Micarta. Titanium, Aluminum whatever is a whole different (and better) knife.”
“The stock 535 really impressed me, but I like it so much better with these scales. Right at this moment and for the foreseeable future, I feel like I've found the perfect folder.”
“Not a fan of the bugout.”
“I was surprised by how small it is, such a light weight knife. In fact, it's the smallest knife I have ever owned. I always thought the PM2 was a tiny knife, but the PM2 dwarfs this thing. It flicks open well, but is a two handed closer for sure.”
“So far, I am really liking this knife! It looks very cool. Being all blacked out. The balance is great. It feels great in the hand. The blade is centered. The blade is sharp and well ground.”
“the Bugout is the most functional and easily carried of the three. Good sized handle, good sized blade and light. I have no concerns about the durability of grivory.”
“I've owned several and everytime I've sold them they've sold within 10 minutes of listing them. The Bugout is not a hated knife by the majority of Benchmade fans.”
“It seems from this experience that it has broken in and no longer has that dragging sound. That's cool because it's way less irritating when every time you open your Benchmade it doesn't sound like it's dragging.”
“Between the 531 and the 535 Bugout, I would have to say the Bugout is the better knife. It is more comfortable in its ergonomics and it offers slightly better blade steel. In its OEM form, it is also the better buy.”
“I carried the stock bugout for a couple weeks and was stunned by how much slicing edge I got for 1.85 ounces, and it fits my 2XL hand.”
“Fit and finish was excellent out of the box with a nicely ground and centered blade. The lockup is solid and the edge is nice and sharp. The only negative was the action was stiff out of the box, but in my experience it will break in nicely.”
“I've kept the 535BK2 and it has replaced my original Mini-Grip as my EDC. Operates 100% as to opening and closing.”
“The Grivory scales flex a bit, but they are real hard to break, and so far mine are scratch proof.”
“during my initial week of carry, I had to reach down and make sure it was still in my pocket, as it carries like it isn't really there. It's thin and light enough that if you wanted to carry it in slacks, you could drop it unobtrusively into the bottom of your pocket.”
“The Bugout seems to be one of the best designed and sized knives in production right now.”
“I love my Bugout(s) I have three, I'll probably get more if Benchmade ever wakes up and adds the Bugout to its custom knife builder... My Bugouts are my most carried knife, they have in fact relegated my other knives to the knife drawer. Its really the perfect EDC knife.”
“The machining and tolerances are first rate on my Bugout as once degunked, it's a dream.”
“after a couple of months with this Bugout... I'm sure I could get along just fine if this were my only folder. I WON'T be testing that theory, but that's how satisfied I am with this little offering from BM. I agree with the OP, this is a home run in the light & slim EDC class.”
“After a few years I finally picked one up and have been enjoying is so far.”
“I love the original Bugout for what it is--a utilitarian superlight EDC.”
“I ended up selling mine but plan to get another. Great knife.”
“I have another grigory S30v Bugout, again good action.”
“i am sold on the bugout only thing i carry now a days.”
“Fantastic little knife and F&F is excellent as usual.”
“i loved my bugout and unfortunately lost it at work”
“I just received my 535 and I am very impressed.”
“I love the Bugout and that was a great deal.”
“It takes a beating for a "plastic" knife.”
“I agree the Bugout really has balance.”
“Huge bugout fan myself!”
“I love my Bugout.”
“Love this knife!”
“Love 'em both.”
“It is lighter than the 531, has a nice belly for cutting, feels good in the hand, the blade shape and handle color make it less intimidating than the black spearpoint, the fingerguard is comfortable, the thumbstud is more comfortable, deep drop clip is an improvement, and it would be easier to find in leaf litter. No issues I can see, blade is centered, no p”