Bear OPS Bold Action XVII AUTO Folding Knife 2.8" Sandvik CPM-S35VN Satin Wharncliffe Blade, Black Aluminum Handles - AC-1700-ALBK-S

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Part #: BCAC1700AIBKS | Bear OPS

Description

BCAC1700AIBKS: AC-1700-AIBK-S Bold Action XVII AUTO

Bear OPS

The Bear Ops AC-1700 is part of the Auto Bold Action XVII series. The Wharncliffe 2.8" blade edge is made with Sandvik CPM-S35VN premium steel with a satin finish allowing for a tough blade with great edge retention. The blade quickly opens with a press of the recessed button with a safety lock switch just below. The profile of the handle has a ergonomic design and a large recess that accommodates your fingers to further enhance the comfort of use. The aluminum 4" handle features a pocket clip for tip-up carry. The Bear Ops AC-1700 has an overall length of 7" and weighs 2.6 ounces. Bold Action XV is proudly made in the USA.

About Bear OPS

Bear & Son Cutlery is a family-owned company started in 1991 with the mission of manufacturing the "best knives made in the USA" at their fully contained 41,000 sq ft facility in Jacksonville, Alabama. Their goal is to manufacture the best tactical knives available for those who serve. Bear OPS knives are made with (OPS) Operational Precision for superior tactical knives that can be relied on for any situation.

  • Only USA manufactured parts, materials, and a dedicated workforce.
  • Bear OPS uses only premium steel and their own heat treat, waterjet, and CNC grinders to finish the blades.
  • Bear OPS are designed and engineered by the experts in their R&D and their in-house tool makers. You will always be proud to carry a knife from Bear OPS.
  • Lifetime Limited Warranty on all Bear OPS Knives.

Bear & Son Cutlery will continue to manufacture the "best knives made in the USA" that will now include tactical and military knives made in Alabama USA--Bear OPS.

Features

  • Blade opens with firm push of recessed button
  • Safety to prevent accidental deployment
  • Pocket clip provides for tip-up carry and quick access

Specifications

  • Blade Length: 2.80"
  • Closed Length: 3.00"
  • Overall Length: 7.00"
  • Blade Material: Sandvik CPM-S35VN Stainless Steel
  • Blade Thickness: 0.11"
  • Blade Hardness: 58-60
  • Blade Style: Wharncliffe
  • Blade Finish: Satin
  • Handle Material: Black Aluminum
  • Locking Mechanism: Button
  • Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, Right Carry
  • Weight: 2.6 oz.
  • Made in the USA

UPC Code: 730153330555

Related Categories

Bear OPS, Bear OPS Automatic Knives Series, S35VN Blade Steel, Aluminum Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Automatic Knives, Made in USA

Product Clip Type Badge: Pocket Clip
Product Handle Badge: Aluminum Handles
Product Country of Origin Badge: Made in USA
Product Steel Type Badge: S35VN Stainless Steel
Bear OPS Bold Action XVII AUTO Folding Knife 2.8" Sandvik CPM-S35VN Satin Wharncliffe Blade, Black Aluminum Handlesrated 1.500 stars out of 5 (2 reviews)
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Bear OPS Bold Action XVII AUTO Folding Knife 2.8" Sandvik CPM-S35VN Satin Wharncliffe Blade, Black Aluminum Handles
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NC
Jan 02, 2026
Pros: None
Cons: None
avoid...
As a collector with over 120 knives ranging from about $60 to almost $400, this bear ops auto is one of the worst I have ever bought. Enough said...
Bear OPS Bold Action XVII AUTO Folding Knife 2.8" Sandvik CPM-S35VN Satin Wharncliffe Blade, Black Aluminum Handles
rated 2 stars out of 5
Jeff
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Jul 05, 2023
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Blade wiggle after lockup
The negative - the blade lockup is awful. Lots of play in the blade after opening. It got worse with use. Took it apart, cleaned it, oiled it, and put it back together. Didn't help.The positive - the blade is very very sharp.
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