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Benchmade Bugout 535 vs Benchmade Fixed Adamas

Benchmade Bugout 535 ($175) vs Benchmade Fixed Adamas ($275) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.

Benchmade Bugout 535
Benchmade
Bugout 535
$175
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Benchmade Fixed Adamas
Benchmade
Fixed Adamas
$275
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Spec-by-spec
SpecBenchmade Bugout 535Benchmade Fixed Adamas
Price$175$275
Weight56g160g
SteelS30V (CPM-20CV upgrade)—
LockAXIS locking—
Weight56g160g (5.64 oz, Benchmade product page)
Blade3.24" drop point—
HandleVERSAFLEX / Carbon fiber—
OriginUSA—
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 Fixed Adamas

  • Skeletonized handle
  • included paracord adds grip
  • $275 is premium pricing
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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