The Bailout at its absolute best. The Benchmade 537BK-10 is the premium edition of the Bailout platform — the knife that takes Benchmade's most trusted ultralight tactical folder and dresses it in materials worthy of the most discerning collectors and hardest-working professionals alike. Diamond-textured carbon fiber. CPM-S90V super steel. Dark copper accents throughout. This is the Bailout you reach for when only the best will do.

Originally designed for tactical situations, the Bailout has earned a devoted following for one reason: it delivers maximum strength without the bulk. At just 2.70 oz, the 537BK-10 maintains that defining characteristic while stepping up to materials that put it in an entirely different class. The 3.38" Japanese-profile tanto blade is crafted from CPM-S90V stainless steel (59-61 HRC) — one of the highest-performing blade steels Benchmade offers, delivering superior edge retention that outlasts most production blade steels along with full corrosion resistance that doesn't depend on the coating alone. The Black Cerakote finish adds exceptional wear, abrasion, and chemical resistance while giving the knife its signature stealthy, all-black aesthetic. Dual black thumb studs with bronze washer pivot provide smooth, confident one-handed deployment.

The diamond-textured carbon fiber handle scales are featherweight and impossibly strong — providing a secure, tactile grip that stays confident in demanding conditions while keeping total weight to just 2.70 oz. Dark copper AXIS Lock hardware, dark copper reversible mini deep-carry pocket clip, and dark copper accents throughout create a cohesive, purposeful aesthetic that makes the 537BK-10 as visually striking as it is functional. The aluminum pommel serves double duty as a lanyard attachment point. Proudly made in the USA and backed by Benchmade's LifeSharp lifetime sharpening service.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 3.38" (85.85 mm)
• Blade Thickness: 0.090" (2.29 mm)
• Open Length: 8.09" (205.49 mm)
• Closed Length: 4.69" (119.13 mm)
• Handle Thickness: 0.41" (10.41 mm)
• Blade Steel: CPM-S90V Stainless Steel (59-61 HRC)
• Blade Style: Tanto
• Blade Finish: Black Cerakote
• Blade Edge: Plain
• Handle Material: Diamond-Textured Carbon Fiber
• Hardware: Dark Copper
• Pivot: Bronze Washer
• Pommel: Aluminum with Lanyard Attachment
• Locking Mechanism: AXIS Lock (Dark Copper)
• Opener: Dual Black Thumb Studs, Ambidextrous
• Pocket Clip: Mini Deep-Carry, Dark Copper, Reversible, Tip-Up
• Ambidextrous: Yes
• Weight: 2.70 oz (76.54 g)
• Made in the USA

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