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Benchmade Mini Griptilian® 556-S30V Folding Knife – 2.91” CPM-S30V Sheepsfoot Blade, Black Grivory® Handle, AXIS® Lock
Benchmade Mini Griptilian® 556-S30V Folding Knife – 2.91” CPM-S30V Sheepsfoot Blade, Black Grivory® Handle, AXIS® Lock
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Product Description
The Benchmade Mini Griptilian® 556-S30V takes everything that made the original Griptilian legendary and packages it into a compact, everyday carry-friendly design. Designed by the late Mel Pardue, the Mini Griptilian has earned its reputation as one of the most trusted EDC knives ever produced, offering premium materials, outstanding ergonomics, and Benchmade’s world-renowned AXIS® Lock.
At the heart of the knife is a 2.91-inch sheepsfoot blade crafted from CPM-S30V stainless steel, delivering an exceptional balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. The sheepsfoot profile provides outstanding cutting control and excels at everyday utility tasks, making it a favorite among professionals and knife enthusiasts alike. A satin finish enhances durability while maintaining a clean, classic appearance.
The lightweight black Grivory® handle is reinforced with nested stainless steel liners, providing excellent strength without unnecessary weight. Ergonomic contouring and Benchmade’s signature grip texture ensure confident handling in virtually any environment. The ambidextrous AXIS® Lock delivers exceptionally smooth operation and secure lockup, while the reversible tip-up pocket clip allows comfortable carry for both left- and right-handed users.
Proudly made in the USA, the Mini Griptilian remains one of Benchmade’s most iconic folding knives and continues to set the standard for premium everyday carry.
Features
- Premium CPM-S30V stainless steel blade
- Compact sheepsfoot blade for superior cutting control
- Ambidextrous AXIS® Lock mechanism
- Lightweight black Grivory® handle
- Stainless steel nested liners
- Manual one-handed opening with dual thumb studs
- Reversible tip-up pocket clip
- Designed by Mel Pardue
- Ideal for everyday carry, work, and outdoor use
- Made in the USA
Specifications
- Model: 556-S30V
- Designer: Mel Pardue
- Knife Type: Manual Folding Knife
- Overall Length: 6.78 in. (17.22 cm)
- Blade Length: 2.91 in. (7.39 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.100 in. (2.54 mm)
- Closed Length: 3.87 in. (9.83 cm)
- Handle Thickness: 0.51 in. (12.95 mm)
- Weight: 2.68 oz. (75.98 g)
- Blade Steel: CPM-S30V Stainless Steel (58–60 HRC)
- Blade Style: Sheepsfoot
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Locking Mechanism: AXIS® Lock
- Opening Mechanism: Dual Thumb Stud
- Handle Material: Black Grivory®
- Pocket Clip: Reversible Tip-Up
- Carry Position: Left or Right Hand
- Country of Origin: USA
Why You’ll Love It
The Benchmade Mini Griptilian® 556-S30V has become one of the most respected everyday carry knives on the market for good reason. It combines premium CPM-S30V steel, the proven AXIS® Lock, and a compact, lightweight design that’s comfortable enough to carry every day while being capable enough for demanding cutting tasks. Whether you’re opening packages, tackling jobsite work, or heading into the outdoors, the Mini Griptilian delivers legendary Benchmade performance in a perfectly sized package.
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About brand
Benchmade Knife Company, Inc. set-up shop in Clackamas, Oregon in 1990 (originally founded in California in 1988). The initial knives primarily consisted of the Bali-Song knives, using a combination of outside vendors and inside processing to build finished products. And like most companies, starting out meant scarce money and big plans, using second hand equipment and limited resources.
Soon, a natural born fortitude and an undying passion to make it right and make it Benchmade, prospered into significant growth. As the product line grew so did the in-house capabilities. We began to acquire new machines and technologies including the first of several lasers, making Benchmade the first knife manufacturer to have such equipment in-house. Open minds and positive attitudes would lead to several more industry firsts over the course of the next several years.
This was only the beginning of Benchmade's breaking of new ground in the manufactured knife markets by using non-traditional materials and modern manufacturing methods in not only building knives better but, inevitably building better knives. The Designer Series was first introduced in 1991 with several custom designs being manufactured. By tapping into the custom knife makers' knowledge and combining it with our manufacturing expertise we were more readily able to offer more contemporary knife designs and innovations to the knife users.
Consecutive years of aggressive growth led to the next logical step in 1996 when Benchmade moved into its own 35,000 sq. ft. facility. A contemporary styled building complete with all of the modern equipment and amenities necessary to manufacture what has become recognized as a higher standard of specialty cutlery.
Today, Benchmade Knife Company, Inc. manufactures knives for a loyal and ever growing following of knife users. As we move into the 21st century we are poised for even more exciting opportunities, innovations and ongoing total world-class quality. Here at Benchmade we employ a simple philosophy- 'Make it cool, make it solid, make it happen and definitely make it Benchmade.'