Benchmade Shootout Knife

Description

Arguably one of Benchmade’s most exciting releases, when the Shootout launched, this handsome out-the-front in EDC form had the knife world buzzing. The new 5371FE and 5371BK-01 Shootout variants features a more EDC-friendly drop-point blade profile with the same out-the-front double-action mechanism. The molded Grivory handle retains the detailed grip texture that provides fast indexing and greater control in high-pressure scenarios. The 5371FE and 5371BK-01 also shed the lanyard loop, bringing back the original glass breaker – because this OTF EDC doesn’t mess around.

Blade Style

Drop-Point: Drops off the spine to the tip. Tip height is typically below the center line on the blade

Blade Steel

CPM-Cruwear Super Strong Tool Steel (63-65HRC): An air-hardenable, non-stainless tool steel that has an exceptional balance of extreme toughness, strength and wear resistance, making it an excellent choice for general purpose, hard-use cutting tools

Handle

CF-Elite: Reinforced by carbon fiber rather than glass, CF-Elite is a thermoplastic composite with increased rigidity and reduced weight compared to Grivory

Opening Action

Automatic: “Autos” have a button or other actuation switch that mechanically fires the blade open without the user directly manipulating the blade

Meet The Casbah

Designed with purpose and built to last, the Shootout sets a high bar for durability and performance matched only by the promise that it will be yours, for life.

How It’s made

Every Benchmade knife begins with high-grade steel, laser-cut for precision and strength. Each blade is meticulously ground, beveled and finished to exacting standards, ensuring exceptional performance and durability. The handles are milled and machined in-house to the tightest tolerances, then hand-assembled and sharpened by expert technicians. With over thirty years of manufacturing excellence behind every edge the knife are proudly crafted in the state-of-the-art facility in Oregon City, Oregon.

Use

Proper care and regular maintenance help make your Benchmade knife yours, for life. Here are some tips for keeping your Benchmade in peak condition.

Prevent Rust: All steels, regardless of grade or price, can eventually rust. To avoid corrosion, always keep your knife clean, dry and lightly lubricated. If rust or spotting appears, a quality semi-chrome metal polish can usually restore the finish

Hand-Wash Only: Always hand-wash your knife with warm water and mild dish soap, then dry thoroughly

Use as Intended: Benchmade knife are precision cutting tools. Do not use your knife as a pry-bar, screwdriver, chisel or punch-unless specifically designed for those functions

Sharpen with Care: If sharpening at home, avoid grinding wheels and high-speed machinery, as they can damage the blade. Use appropriate hand-sharpening methods for best results

Tighten Hardware: Over time, handle, pivot and pocket clip screws may loosen. Use T6 and T10 Torx drivers for adjustments and apply a small amount of releasable thread-locker to maintain secure fittings

Specifications

Open Length: 8.194″

Blade Length: 3.494″

Blade Thickness: 0.09″

Closed Length: 4.714″

Handle Thickness: 0.515″

Mechanism: Double-Action Out-The-Front Automatic

Blade Style: Drop-Point

Handle: CF-Elite

Pocket Clip: Deep Carry

Blade Finish: PVD

Blade Color: Flat Earth

Clip Color: Black

Clip Finish: Black Oxide

Clip Position: Tip-Down

Clip Type: Deep Carry

Ambidextrous: Yes

Handle Material: CF-Elite

Handle Color: Black

Blade Steel: CPM-Cru-Wear Tool Steel (63-65HRC)

Weight: 2.75 oz