The Bugout was designed for the modern outdoor adventurer, incorporating the lightest, best performing materials in an extremely slim, yet ergonomic package.
Features
AXIS lock
Drop point blade
CPM-S30V premium stainless steel (58-60HRC)
Blue Grivory handle with anodized aluminum barrel spacers
Lightweight DLC-coated titanium AXIS bar, blue anodized aluminum thumb stud, oversized lanyard hole, and reversible mini deep-carry pocket clip
Zytel Handles
A nylon polymer that is lightweight and extremely durable, Zytel can be shaped and textured to provide excellent grip.
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
S30V Stainless Steel
This incredibly popular stainless steel is one of the first powder-metal alloys developed specifically for use in cutlery. Thanks to its ability to hold an edge it remains a performance benchmark.
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Weight
Cons: Handle Material
Love the knife, not the scales
Collector here, 30+ blades at this point. This is one of the first folders I’ve paid this much for, I also own a Benchmade Barrage and a Hogue Deka. While this is an awesome knife, I feel that the scales are too flimsy for a knife at this cost. The good news is that replacement scales for this knife are everywhere, at reasonable prices. In fact, it’s very customizable.It arrived very sharp and the action is smooth. Very easy to open with a flick of the wrist. Other than how flimsy they are, the scales are very grippy. They also aid in keeping the knife very light.I’d give it a 5 if it came with nice G10 scales, like my Hogue.
The 535 is not a bad knife. It has held up well the past several months of being used, and holds its edge well. My only real complaints are the lock is still sticky after having used it, oiled it and trying all the tricks. The only other issue is the handle scales that come stock. It’s not the flex that’s an issue, but the handle to pocket grip. I have to wear khaki pants for work and it’s as grippy on those as on a pair of jeans. I have tried a different clip, and the only one that doesn’t tear the pocket hem is the clip from a Griptilian. While I do recommend this knife, especially for apartment maintenance, I would suggest a better clip and keep a bottle of blue lube on hand
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