Benchmade 317-1 Weekender Knife

Benchmade gives your grandfather’s trusty pocket knife a solid leveling up with the 317-1 Weekender Knife. The blade of this handsome piece of gear is equipped with an exceptionally refined grain, so uniform that there’s literally zero weak points on its body—something most steels can’t lay claim to. It also boasts a 58-60 HRC level of hardness, meaning it remains sharp after several uses. This is the same level that master chef knives are at, making the Weekender perfect for cutting up a trout, as well as whittling and rope slicing.

The micarta handle not only looks slick, with its honey-colored accents, but is easy to grip, can withstand extreme temperatures, and is moisture-resistant. It won’t get brittle with age either, so this guy is a true survivalist knife.

Price: $250

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