Heading into the great outdoors without a knife is unforgivable. From shaving down kindling to fending off rogue squirrels, a knife can be just as important as food or shelter. Even if you’re daily adventures don’t carry you deep into the backwoods, the pocket knife is as essential today as it was centuries ago when cavemen shaped the first primitive cutting tools from stone.
Whether you’re looking for a worthy companion on the trail or a new EDC (everyday carry), the Griptilian® from Benchmade warrants your worthy consideration. Offering an easy-to-grip handle, dependable assisted-opening, and a trustworthy blade, you might just find that the Griptilian quickly becomes an essential piece of equipment for all of life’s adventures.
On Performance and Design…
Whether fixed blade, folding blade or multi-tool, every knife has a different feel and personality. More often than not, that personality begins with the fit and feel of the handle. If a knife doesn’t feel as though it belongs in your hand, you’ll never use it… then you’re back to your unacceptable habit of venturing out minus a dependable tool.
Understanding that important detail, Benchmade outfitted the Griptilian knives with lightweight molded nylon handles. A palm-swelled shape fits naturally in your hand, and a molded texture provides added slip resistance. While some may prefer the texture of a rubberized handle, the Griptilian handle provides solid grip in wet or dry conditions. So while the wet fish in your left hand may wriggle away, the Griptilian in your right will stay steadfast.
Unleash the Griptilian’s performance with a simple thumb rotation. The Axis-Assist opening mechanism provides quick one handed deployment, while the the Axis Lock mechanism ensures it won’t close at an inconvenient time. Once deployed, you can expect legend-worthy toughness and edge retention in a blade that is ready for everyday and not-so-everyday cutting tasks.
A reversible pocket clip allows you to carry this knife discreetly without sacrificing easy access. As an alternate carry option, the Benchmade design team included a lanyard hole at the end of the handle. And did we mention that there’s a silky carrying sheath included? Best part of the carry pouch… it makes your gift wrapping duties minimal at best.
In the instance you’re looking for a EDC that not only provides years of loyal service but fits your personality, Benchmade lets you customize your own Griptilian. In just a few easy steps you will have a truly unique Griptilian® to match your individual tastes, or ensure the perfect gift.
Bottom Line…
Looking for a knife that fits your hand, personality and pocket book? Go with the Griptilian (or mini-Griptilian) from Benchmade. A well-made knife, built in the USA that will provide years of loyal service and comes backed by a lifetime guarantee.
Manufactured by Benchmade, the Griptilian Pocket Knives can be purchased at retailers nationwide and online at http://www.benchmade.com/ as well as other reputable online retailers. Price dependant upon style, color and blade type.
*Gumption Gear Review paid for the Griptilian Knives featured in this post and receives no monetary compensation for this or any related review.