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Benchmade Bugout 535 vs Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut
Benchmade Bugout 535 ($175) vs Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut ($325) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Bugout 535 | Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $175 | $325 |
| Weight | 56g | 183g |
| Steel | S30V (CPM-20CV upgrade) | CPM-MagnaCut |
| Lock | AXIS locking | AXIS, ambidextrous |
| Weight | 56g | 183g (6.45 oz) |
| Blade | 3.24" drop point | 3.82" drop point, Cerakote |
| Handle | VERSAFLEX / Carbon fiber | — |
| Origin | USA | — |
| Scales | — | OD Green or Black G10 |
Pros & Cons
Benchmade Bugout 535
- 56g ultralight
- AXIS lock ambidextrous
- USA made
- LifeSharp service
- Deep pocket clip
- $175 entry
- S30V needs regular sharpening
- Some samples have blade play
Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut
- MagnaCut edge + corrosion resistance
- Overbuilt AXIS-lock chassis
- Straight or part-serrated options
- Lighter than earlier Adamas builds
- Still 183g in the pocket
- $325 flagship pricing
- Overkill for light-duty carry
Benchmade Bugout 535 is the better value at $175. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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