Benchmade model 520SBK. Photo copyright Benchmade Knife
Company, Inc., 2006.
Mel Pardue has done it again!
The 520 is a new design, the manual version of the Benchmade 5000.
(The "Presidio" name was bestowed on the knife after it was
released).
If you like your tools over-engineered, this one is for you.
The 520 uses full-length 402 stainless steel liners, which
contribute to the knife's heft. The handle uses a unique
tread pattern in two direction; it provides excellent traction for
holding the knife in both the standard grip and the reverse grip.
520 MSRP:
$180 AHS: $120
520S* MSRP:
$180 AHS: $120
520SBK MSRP:
$192 AHS: $125
520T MSRP:
$120 AHS: $90
*Model 520S
discontinued; available as supplies last.
Benchmade 520 specs:
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Blade
material: 154CM hardened to 58-60 HRC |
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Blade
length: 3.42" (520 is slightly shorter) thickness: 0.13" |
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OAL
open: 8.25" closed: 4.87" |
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Weight: 5.62oz
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Handle: black
anodized 6061-T6 aluminum |
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Double 410
stainless steel full liners |
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Handle thickness:
0.64" (1.625cm) |
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Axis lock |
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BLACK CLASS (Made
in USA) |
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