Benchmade Griptilian
Rob PincusDescription
If you’re looking for an everyday utility knife that can also be pressed into service for personal defense, the Benchmade Griptilian is a great choice. The Benchmade Griptilian is a very easy to open, easy to use knife that has the Benchmade Access Lock. It’s rugged, it’s durable and it’s a useful everyday tool.
Blade Options
The blade of the Benchmade Griptilian shown in this video has a partially serrated edge and partially standard edge. But you can get the blade in a completely standard edge if you prefer.
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Your Custom Griptilian
The Benchmade Griptilian comes in a variety of colors and finishes. On Benchmade’s website, you can choose from a few different models of Griptilian, including the Mini Griptilian Family, and order a custom Griptilian. Customizable features are the blade edge, blade finish/color, blade style/shape, handle color, and handle material. Configure it the way that will work best for you.
If you're looking for an everyday utility knife that also could be pressed into service for personal defense, the Benchmade Griptilian is probably a great choice. The Griptilian is a very easy-to-open, easy-to-use knife. It's got the Benchmade access lock. It's rugged, it's durable, and it's a great everyday tool. This particular blade has a partially serrated edge and a standard edge. You can get the blade in a completely standard edge if that's what you prefer and the Griptilian comes in a variety of colors. Head over to Benchmade's website and see about ordering yourself a custom Griptilian in exactly the configuration and color you prefer.
I highly dislike half serrated blades. It's like having a Glock 19 with a flint lock hammer.