The original. The one that started it all. The Benchmade 15500 Meatcrafter is the hybrid hunting fixed blade that redefined what a hunting knife could be — designed from the ground up in collaboration with Steve Rinella of MeatEater, it bridges the gap between the field and the kitchen in a way no knife had managed before. This is the knife that makes just as much sense on the butcher block as it does streamside or at the tailgate, and the one that launched an entirely new category of hunting fixed blade.

When your adventures afield transition to the kitchen, the right cutting tool makes all the difference. The Meatcrafter was engineered around that exact transition — a knife that trims, debones, and slices meat with the precision and smoothness of a professional culinary instrument while carrying the durability and field-readiness of a serious hunting fixed blade. Benchmade's SelectEdge technology brings a 14-degree inclusive edge angle to the CPM-154 blade, producing an ultra-fine, ultra-sharp edge geometry specifically optimized for the smooth, gliding cuts that meat processing demands from start to finish.

The 6.08" trailing point blade is crafted from CPM-154 stainless steel (58-61 HRC) with a bead blast finish — a steel that delivers an outstanding combination of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance in the thin, flexible profile that efficient filleting and slicing require. The swedged spine reduces tip weight for faster, more precise piercing performance when needed. Full tang construction provides exceptional strength and balance throughout the handle, which is wrapped in ergonomically contoured orange Santoprene — a soft, grippy rubber-like material that is nearly impervious to moisture and stays confident in the hand in wet, cold, or bloody field conditions. The high-visibility orange color means you'll never lose it at the camp table or in the field. A black and orange Boltaron sheath is included. Proudly made in the USA and backed by Benchmade's LifeSharp lifetime sharpening service.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 6.08" (15.44 cm)
• Blade Thickness: 0.090" (2.29 mm)
• Overall Length: 11.06" (28.09 cm)
• Handle Thickness: 0.67" (17.02 mm)
• Blade Steel: CPM-154 Stainless Steel (58-61 HRC)
• Blade Style: Trailing Point
• Blade Finish: Bead Blast
• Blade Edge: Plain with SelectEdge Sharpening (14-Degree Inclusive)
• Handle Material: Orange Santoprene
• Fittings: Stainless Steel
• Construction: Full Tang
• Sheath: Black & Orange Boltaron
• Knife Weight: 3.24 oz (91.85 g)
• Sheath Weight: 1.77 oz (50.18 g)
• Made in the USA

In Stock & Ready to Ship from ClassicBlades. As an authorized Benchmade dealer since 2003, every knife we sell is 100% authentic and covered by Benchmade's LifeSharp service. Available for pickup at our Fort Oglethorpe, GA store — usually ready within 24 hours. Or order online for fast shipping. Questions? Call us at 1-800-548-9412 — we're happy to help.