Benchmade 491 Assisted-Opening Axis-Lock Folding Knife

The Benchmade 491 is a brand-new folding knife model that uniquely combines the AXIS lock mechanism with a flipper tab—an unconventional yet highly functional design. It features the signature Benchmade AXIS lock system, allowing for smooth, effortless one-handed opening and closing while ensuring a rock-solid lockup that prevents accidental blade closure during use. Compact in size and designed primarily for Everyday Carry (EDC), it features a CPM-20CV steel blade with a single-edged, drop-point profile that excels at both piercing and slicing tasks—handling everything from paper and rope to softer materials with ease. The handle is crafted from 6061 aluminum alloy with decorative milling and includes provisions for repositioning the pocket clip. With a coated blade and an anodized aluminum handle (available in red or blue), the knife boasts sleek lines and exquisite styling, making it visually appealing whether for daily carry or as a collector's piece.
Brand: Benchmade
Model: BM491
Overall Length: 170mm
Blade Length: 67mm
Blade Width: 25mm
Handle Length: 100mm
Blade Thickness: 3mm
Blade Finish: Satin or Grey Titanium Coating
Blade Material: CPM-20CV Steel
Handle Material: 6061 Aluminum Alloy
Net Weight: 93g
Gross Weight: 157g (including packaging)
Hardness: Vacuum Heat Treated: 60HRC