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What colors do the handles come in on this 557 Tanto plain edge with Satin Finish blade? Expert Answer

It is only available with a black handle (MPN: 557).

by Carly R., Gear Expert, March 28, 2018
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Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian by Dino, Verified Owner, May 7, 2018
Everything I knew it would be. It is a Benchmade! Enough said! Optics Planet customer service is outstanding!! The price was great and so is the knife! Perfect size for the pocket and extremely is to open.
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Mini-Griptillian knife by Pardue design by Kelly Gardner, March 23, 2018
Bought this for my husband's birthday and he loved it!! He has it with every day!!!! When I ordered it I wasn't sure I would get it in time for his birthday. Shipping was quick. Thanks Optic Planet!!
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Product Discontinued by Manufacturer

Benchmade 557 Tanto 6.78" Mini-Griptilian Knife by Pardue Design has been discontinued by Benchmade and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Knives, Survival Gear, Folding Knives yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Benchmade 557 Tanto 6.78" Mini-Griptilian Knife by Pardue Design

Built in the USA and designed by Pardue Designs, the Benchmade 557 Mini-Griptilian Axis Lock Folding Tanto Pocket Knife is a great way to slice through all of your cutting needs. This Folding Knife from Benchmade is made with a Valox handle with 420J stainless steel liners and a reversible steel pocket clip, that makes it easy to operate and carry with you. The AXIS locking mechanism with dual thumb-stud opener on the Benchmade Mini-Griptilian Tanto Blade Folding Knife, has a 100% ambidextrous mechanism that gets its function from a small, hardened steel bar which rides forward and back in a slot machined into both steel liners. This Benchmade Knife uses a 154CM stainless steel blade (58-61HRC) material, that is guaranteed to hold an edge for an incredibly long time before needing to be sharpened. For an amazing looking knife that is great in the field and at home, choose the Benchmade Tanto Mini-Griptilian Pocket Folder Knife.image

Specifications for Benchmade Folding 557 Mini-Griptilian Pardue Tactical Knife:

Blade Length: 2.91"
Blade Thickness: 0.100"
Handle Thickness: 0.510"
Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel
Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
Blade Style: Tanto; Ambidextrous Thumb-Studs
Weight: 2.67oz.
Pocket Clip: Black, Reversible, Tip-Up
Lock Mechanism: AXIS
Overall Length: 6.78"
Closed Length: 3.87"
Sheath Material: Sold Separately
Class: Blue

Features of Benchmade Pardue Designs Mini-Griptilian 557 Tanto Blue Class Tactical Folding Knife:

  • AXIS locking mechanism with dual thumb-stud opener
  • 154CM stainless steel blade (58-61HRC)
  • Valox handle with 420J stainless steel liners and a reversible steel pocket clip
  • USA Proud

Package Contents:

  • Benchmade 557 Mini-Griptilian Axis Lock Folding Tanto Pocket Knife

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Benchmade 557 Tanto 6.78" Mini-Griptilian Knife by Pardue Design Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian Pardue Knife, Plain Edge Blade & Black Handle 557 , MPN: 557 , UPC: 610953121419 , Code: 79-KN-557TMG-557
  • Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian Pardue Knife, Combo Edge Blade & Black Handle 557S , MPN: 557S , UPC: 610953121426 , Code: 79-KN-557TMG-557S
  • Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian Pardue Knife, Combo Edge BK1 Blade & Sand Color Handle 557SBKSN , MPN: 557SBKSN , UPC: 610953123840 , Code: 79-KN-557TMG-557SBKSN
  • Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian Pardue Knife, Combo Edge BK1 Blade & Black Handle 557SBK , MPN: 557SBK , UPC: 610953120689 , Code: 79-KN-557TMG-557SBK
  • Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian Pardue Knife, Plain Edge BK Coated Blade & Olive Drab Handle 557BKOD , MPN: 557BKOD , UPC: 610953128647 , Code: 79-KN-557TMG-557BKOD
  • Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian Pardue Knife, Plain Edge BK Coated Blade & Sand Color Handle 557BKSN , MPN: 557BKSN , UPC: 610953128630 , Code: 79-KN-557TMG-557BKSN
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  • Benchmade 557 Tanto Mini-Griptilian Folding Knife, Plain Edge/ BK1 Coated Blade 557BK , MPN: 557BK , UPC: 610953125219 , Code: 79-KN-557TMG-557BK
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