Benchmade Griptilian

[Dave Markowitz]

Anyone have one? Like? Dislike?

I just got to handle a couple Benchmades with the Axis lock last weekend and I was just about drooling all over them, and the Griptilian looks to be the least expensive way to get a knife with the Axis lock.

 

[AnklePocket]

There's a chance that the Mini Griptillian is the best knife value on the planet. The "cheaper" handle material in no way diminishes it's utility. It's actually preferred by many.

 

[VictorLouis]

Like it? Try LOVE it!

I think it's the best thing of it's kind out there. The Axis lock speaks for itself in strength, and ease of operation. The handles have a bit of 'belly' to them which fills in the hand like no other folder this side of an Opinel. I have the original blade profile, large model. However, I might consider getting another in the drop-point version........just because. I e-mailed them requesting an upscale version with G-10 or Micarta, and ATS or BG blade steels. I really hope they decide to do it.

 

[Sven]

LOVE it. This thing has quickly become my constant companion, clipped in the 'coin pocket' of my jeans.





Can't wait to get my next shipment in a large box... nothing better than whipping out the 556 and opening that box in two seconds, flat.

I love that this knife looks so innocent when clipped in... barely even looks threatening.

 

[JShirley]

Like. Got the large Griptilian about 2 weeks ago. I've been using a mini AFCK George gave me last year, but I've alway been uneasy about the liner lock.

 

[VictorLouis]

Alternative locks

That's a good point about the Axis. I've also got a REKAT, and I've even had it apart. I'm confident in it, also. The CRKT has the LAWKS system. That's a marked improved to any liner-lock, AFAIC; however, it's sloppier in fit, slower to maneuver, and can be forgotten if you've not yet 'ingrained' it into your handling.