Benchmade Pardue 531-1501 Pre-Owned - Satin CPM-S30V Drop Point Blade & Forest Green G-10 Handle Scales - AXIS Bar-Lock Folder w/ Dual Studs -REI Exclusive | Made in USA

This exclusive model of the Benchmade Pardue, 531-1501, stands out with its forest green G-10 handle scales. Textured and contoured perfectly, this simple design feels shockingly comfortable in-hand. This design of this knife is definitely highlighted by its lightweight and super-thin profile, the handle being only 0.37" thick. Operated by Benchmades signature AXIS bar-lock, it can be easily opened and closed with just one hand. The blade on this model is a 3.25" CPM-S30V stainless steel, finished satin with a plain edge. 

All-in-all, this pre-owned model of the 531-1501 that we have in stock is in great condition. This are, however, a pretty visible grind lines on each side of the blade that run from the edge to the spine of the knife. It was hard to capture these in the lightbox photos, so I will try to post more pictures with those detailed. They are only visible in certain lighting, and I do believe they come from the factory sharpening/grinding. 

Other than those two lines, the blade appears to be unused with its original grind. The handle scales are also unblemished, but there is just a little bit of wear on the clip. The action on this knife is super-smooth. The AXIS lock also seems to be strong as you can stop the drop-shut action mid-way through by releasing the lock.

As shown in the photos, the blade is a bit off-center towards the show-side scale. It does come with its original packaging, however the box is a bit worn, also in the pictures. I would say this knife is in very close to brand new condition, with very light signs of possible carry. 

Specifications

Open Length: 7.42" (188.47 mm)

Blade Length: 3.25" (82.55 mm)

Blade Thickness: 0.09" (2.29 mm)

Blade Material: CPM-S30V Stainless Steel

Blade Finish: Satin

Blade Style: Drop Point

Blade Edge: Plain

Closed Length: 4.17" (105.92 mm)

Handle Thickness: 0.37" (9.4 mm)

Handle Scale Material: G-10

Scale Finish: Forest Green

Pocket Clip: Black, Reversible Tip-Up

Open Mech: Dual Thumb Studs

Lock Style: AXIS Bar Lock

Designer: Mel Pardue

Weight: 2.1 oz. (59.53 g)

Made in Oregon, USA