Benchmade 496 Vector Compound Ground Satin 20CV AXIS Assisted Flipper

The 496 Vector from Benchmade Knives is an eye-catching AXIS Assisted flipper that elevates both performance and style from the original 495. Bolstered, smooth G10 handles are visually appealing and comfortable while the Compound Ground CPM-20CV blade offers style and performance in equal measure to handle a wide range of every day cutting tasks.

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Blade: The drop point CPM-20CV blade of the Vector 496 deploys with amazing speed thanks to the AXIS Assisted operation flipper. The assisted operation also allows the flipper tab to be smaller making for a sleeker profile in the pocket. The relatively thin stock of the blade helps to enhance both slicing and piercing performance. The blade is compound ground with a saber ground tip for durability in piercing tasks while the primary hollow grind delivers powerful slicing performance. A top swedge balances out the blade and enhances the aesthetic appeal. 20CV offers top-end cutting performance and corrosion resistance with a stylish satin finish.

Handle: Smooth OD Green scales with a contrasting white pin stripe are mounted to stainless steel liners and precision fit to aluminum bolster. The handles are contoured and smooth for a comfortable feel in the hand. A semi-open back construction reduces weigh and makes for easy maintenance and houses a slide safety for added security when closed. The AXIS lock provides true ambidextrous operation and some of the most secure lockup in the industry.

Carries via a reversible, tip-up, black oxide coated, stainless steel deep carry pocket clip.

CPM 20CV: CPM 20CV is a highly wear resistant, powder metallurgy stainless tool steel, an analog to Bohler's M390, and offers some of the best corrosion resistance and wear resistance in combination with a relative ease of sharpening. These properties along with a working hardness in the low 60s HRC make 20CV a prime choice among custom and production makers.