Benchmade Bugout Vapyr | MagnaCut | Drop-Point

The Vapyr is the Bugout rebuilt rather than restyled. Benchmade took the chassis 33% thinner — 0.282" against the 0.42" of every other Bugout — and it changes how the knife carries completely. At 1.72 ounces it is the lightest Bugout they make. The blade is CPM MagnaCut at 60-62 HRC, and that is the headline. MagnaCut is the steel that finally stopped forcing a choice between edge retention, toughness and corrosion resistance — it does all three, which is why it has taken over the premium end of the market since it arrived. Black Cerakote finish, Taiga Green backspacer and thumb stud. Two things to know before you buy. The clip is tip-down standard carry, not the tip-up mini deep-carry the rest of the line uses — if you are used to a Bugout in the pocket, this rides differently. And Benchmade rates it for a longer cycle life than the standard build. If you want the thinnest, lightest, best-steel Bugout, this is the one. It is also the one most likely to feel unfamiliar if you already carry a 535. Specifications Model 534BK Blade Steel CPM MagnaCut Stainless (60-62 HRC) Blade Style Drop-Point Blade Finish Black Cerakote Blade Length 3.25" Blade Thickness 0.08" Handle Material 6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum, Black Handle Thickness 0.282" — 33% thinner than a standard Bugout Open Length 7.48" Closed Length 4.24" Weight 1.72 oz Lock Mechanism AXIS Lock Clip Standard Carry, tip-down, black Lanyard Hole Yes Made In Oregon City, Oregon, USA Backed for Life Every Benchmade carries a limited lifetime warranty and free LifeSharp service — send it in dull and dirty, get it back razor sharp, for as long as you own it. Ed's Fly Shop is a Benchmade Pro Dealer, so your warranty is valid and we can help you get it handled. Come handle one at 432 E Main St in downtown Montrose, or order online with free shipping over $50.