Good knife with manual lock. Overall very good condition with good tip. The Mini Griptilian 555 is a manual knife that can be opened and closed single-handedly. The reversible pocket clip offers ultimate accessibility. The Benchmade Griptilian is one of Benchmade’s longest running knives as it was introduced in 2001. Shipped with Canada Post Lettermail. Condition is "Used". Benchmade is chock full of marquis designs, such as the Griptilian and the 940, but the Mel Pardue 530 never quite reached the popularity as those two giants for several reasons. As a backup hunting knife, or to live in a glov… 8" overall length with 3.45" blade. Benchmade Mini Barrage 585-S30V Knife. X. The Griptilian is designed by custom knife maker Mel Pardue. Order the 556-S30V Mini Griptilian Knife today to get Benchmade Limited Lifetime Warranty & Lifesharp. Since that time, the knife has seen a mini version and several updates to blade steel, coatings and handle materials. Opens image gallery. Mel Pardue began his career as hobby in 1957 and took his pastime and turned it into a full time career punctuated by modern classic designs like Griptilian and Presidio. Benchmade Pardue Axis Lock 154CM Folding Knife BM 531. Customize your EDC of Benchmade Knives online. $88.00 0 bids + shipping . From its iconic silhouette, to its signature ultra-grippy handle, to the inclusion of the brand's proprietary AXIS lock, this is an all-around cutting tool perfect for everyone from the casual EDC enthusiast to the hardcore outdoorsman. It’s … Picture Information. This AXIS lock has black glass-filled nylon handles with a reversible tip-up pocket clip and a lanyard hole. Preproduction number 0729/1000 etched on blade along with Griptilian and Mel Pardue Design on one side, Benchmade butterfly on other. BM5501: 550-1 CPM-20CV/G10 Sheepsfoot Griptilian Benchmade A Benchmade classic upgraded with G10 handles and premium steel. It all started with a drop-point fixed blade hunter made from an old crosscut saw and some Bakelite. At the very heart of the Griptilian, is the exclusive AXIS locking mechanism. COMFORTABLE: The 555's lightweight design and handle grips make it comfortable to hold, use and take anywhere. None of our testers, evaluating for everyday carry, could justify the extra ounces and inches of the Griptilian, especially as compared to all of our svelte award winners. Have one to sell? You release the creature's ferocity with a thumb stud. Description: Mel Pardue Benchmade Pre Production Folding Knife. Benchmade Knives are known for their design of the Axis Lock, it is functionally smooth and easy to operate. $110.00 0 bids + $8.30 shipping . DISCONTINUED Benchmade 550HG Pardue Griptilian - Sheepsfoot $120.00 $102.00 DISCONTINUED Benchmade 550SBKHG Pardue Griptilian - Sheepsfoot / Black Blade / Partially Serrated $135.00 $114.75 DISCONTINUED Benchmade 550SBKHGOD Pardue Griptilian - Sheepsfoot / Partially Serrated Black Blade / OD Green Handle $135.00 $114.75 DISCONTINUED Benchmade 550SBKHGSL Mel Pardue Griptilian - … Slight Wear on pocket clip, otherwise mint condition. The knife suffered from a few material flaws, such as flimsy plastic handle scales, and a … It’s a manual opener with ambidextrous thumb studs. While light for its size, the Griptilian does indeed take up considerable real estate in pocket or purse. The Benchmade Pardue Griptilian Mini S30V features a 2.91" CPM-S30V drop point blade with a satin finish. Image not available. WELL-DESIGNED: Benchmade's AXIS lock is exceptionally strong and fully ambidextrous. ... 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