Benchmade - Grizzly Ridge 15061 Hunting Knife with Warm Gray/Orange Handle (15061)

This one hell of a edc pocket folder, and worth every penny. I have been carrying a folding pocket knife every day for about 25 years now. I traditionally opt to spend more money on fixed blades ($100-$200)and usually stick with around the 50 dollar range for pocket folders, since i usually just beat on them pretty bad and occassionally lose/misplace them....Before this purchase tho, I had been carrying the same folder for 5 years or so, and thought, "ah what the hell, I'm going to spring for something better".....no regrets here whatsoever. One handed operation is very smooth and easy, and the notorious "axis lock" pretty much makes this thing bombproof, and seems damn close to being a fixed blade. I am a machinist by trade, and have a very keen eye for any type of imperfections and quality/construction of things like this. I have to say, benchmade nailed it with this blade and I will most certainly be buying more of their knives in the future. Not a single flaw to be found on this knife. Shaving sharp out of the box, easy to get that shaving sharp back when touching up with some ceramic, it's a work art.I really like the grip on this knife, the rubbery texture combined with the harder plastic scales....I don't think it would be possible to lose grip when doing anything wet. I do love the color scheme too, down to the little orange spacers that show when clipped in pocket.My first benchmade has lived up to all of my expectations (and all of the online hype ive read over the years) and is of incredible quality. I will not be going back to 50 dollar folders ever again, this is what a pocket folder knife should be.

American made, limited lifetime warranty, I feel like that's $100 of the $185 that I paid. This is my first Benchmade. I've handled many Benchmade knives in stores. Quality knives, made in America, they're a little small for my tastes, but they seem like high quality knives. Now that I've given Benchmade a good plug I have to say, I'm not impressed. I have Kizer knives, Remette, Ruike knives, Vosteed, that are made of better materials, are more the size I like and have features I like more. Sure, those knives are made in China, but just because something is made in China does not make it crap if it's made well. Those knives aren't backed by any warranty, and they aren't supporting American companies, which I do like. I just expected more smooth, more sharp, better ergos, something distinctive that sets Benchmade apart, like a Spyderco. Maybe Benchmade fanboys just like to tell their friends they carry a $200+ Benchmade...LOLDon't get me wrong, this is a good knife, made well, but I expected something distinctive.

WOW. THIS THING IS TOO NICE TO USE! But use it you should.I mostly use fixed blades for outdoor activities, and I was in the market for a lightweight folder that was built and designed well enough that I could use it to, for example, field dress a deer. First I purchased a Buck Pursuit. It felt and looked great, and the price was very reasonable...but the blade did not lock up as rigidly as I would expect (based on other knives I own). The problem was not side-to-side wobble. Instead, if you put pressure on the edge—as if you were actually cutting something—it would rock back a couple of millimeters. Overly loose tolerances. I sent the knife back, went to a local store, and checked some other examples of the Buck. They were all the same.So, I shelled out some extra cash and bought this Benchmade. I am so glad I did. The workmanship, ergonomics, design, and lock-up are superb. And the knife inspires confidence. It isn't cheap, but it's worth every penny. My advice: splurge and be glad you did. I feel lucky to have this thing. And no, I don't work for Benchmade (I've never even owned one of their knives before, and I have owned other Bucks).

I’ve always loved Benchmade, starting with the mini griptilian I bought 12 years ago. Their prices, however, make it tough. It’s never been a question of quality or reliability, but I’m frugal and spending over $100 for a pocket knife is a tough pill to swallow. I’ve had great luck with a variety of brands that are much more affordable— Gerber, Kershaw, buck, Schrade, etc...I debated over this knife for a couple weeks. I wanted my next EDC after my SOG was stolen at work, but just couldn’t pull the trigger considering the price tag. I’m beyond happy that I finally did.This is, to me, the perfect pocket knife. It’s light, sturdy, feels incredible in the hand, easily operated, and obviously top quality. I’m not an enthusiast or collector, I buy tools for their intended purpose, and fully intend to use them for that purpose.Just buy it. It’s an absolute steal for the price, and will absolutely serve it’s purpose. Plus it’ll probably end up as one of your favorites, and if you’re like me, you’ll find every excuse in the book to use it.

Nice knife. This wasn’t inexpensive, but it’s quality steel that holds its edge well, and the handle is a blend of quality polymers that have a nicer grip and feel than G10. The lock and mechanics operate smoothly. The clip is quite stiff, but it should wear in. I’ll sharpen it myself, but it’s nice to know they’ll do it if needed. It’s a little big for EDC for some, but I like to carry a knife that’s large enough to substitute for a hunting knife in a pinch or cut food in a camping situation.Edit: the rubber delaminates after a few weeks of EDC. Benchmade warrants the knife, and they replaced the handle for free, but I no longer think the handle is suitable for EDC. I’ve switched to a Mini Bugout, which is a similar knife, but no problems from rubber grips.