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Benchmade Contego

The Benchmade Contego is a tactical folding knife featuring a 3.98" reverse tanto blade made of CPM M4 steel with a hardened corrosion resistant finish, ambidextrous thumb stud opening, AXIS locking mechanism, and a durable G10 handle with a glass breaker. It is a robust and reliable knife designed for tactical and heavy-duty everyday use.

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Weight167.83 g (5.92 oz)
PriceUS$245
Blade steelCPM M4
Lock typeAXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Technical Specs

Specifications

CategoryFolding Knife
Blade length101.1 mm (3.98 in)
Overall length235.7 mm (9.28 in)
Closed length134.6 mm (5.30 in)
Blade thickness3.96 mm (0.16 in)
Handle materialG-10 Laminate
FinishCerakote finish (corrosion resistance), Satin finish (some versions)
Opening methodThumb Stud
Clip typeDeep Carry Reversible Clip
Carry Profile

Best for

Tactical SituationsSelf-defenseDurable Daily Carry
Limitations

Not best for

!Very Discreet Daily Use Due To Size And Weight
Field Signals

Common praise

Strong and durable blade

Smooth and solid AXIS lock

Ambidextrous usage

Good grip with textured G10 handle

Fast and easy opening

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Common complaints

Relatively large and heavy for pocket carry

Some find the handle gimping excessive

Thumb studs can be stiff

Not the most discreet knife due to size and weight

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