Benchmade Bailout

Lightweight tactical folding knife with CPM-M4 steel tanto blade, AXIS lock, and aluminum or Grivory handle.

Last updated11 July 2026

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Weight59.4 g (2.10 oz)

PriceUS$350

Blade steelCPM M4

Lock typeAXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock

Technical Specs

Specifications

CategoryFolding Knife

Blade length76.2 mm (3.00 in)

Overall length203.2 mm (8.00 in)

Closed length119.9 mm (4.72 in)

Blade thickness10.5 mm (0.41 in)

Handle materialAluminum or Grivory

FinishCerakote or Anodized Black

Opening methodDual Thumb Studs

Clip typeDeep Carry Reversible Clip

Carry Profile

Best for

▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣First Responders▣Lightweight Durable Work Knife

Limitations

Not best for

!Delicate Or Fine Slicing Tasks!Heavy Prying And Chipping!Corrosive Environments

Field Signals

Common praise

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Excellent edge retention and toughness of CPM-M4 steel

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Lightweight yet rugged and durable

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Smooth ambidextrous AXIS lock mechanism

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Deep carry clip for discreet carry

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Common complaints

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Clip can be tight for thick pockets

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3V steel (early version) is not fully stainless and requires maintenance

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