Description
The Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG is the hollow-ground generation of the Griptilian 550 with a partially serrated satin 154CM modified sheepsfoot blade. The ambidextrous thumb-hole opener and AXIS lock give fast one-hand operation from either side, while the black Noryl GTX handle with 420J stainless liners keeps weight to about 3.25 ounces.
Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG specifications
- Blade: 3.45 in hollow-ground modified sheepsfoot, satin 154CM stainless steel, 58-61 HRC, partially serrated, thumb-hole opener
- Handle: black Noryl GTX with 420J stainless liners
- Lock: AXIS, reversible tip-up black clip
- Open length: 8.07 in, closed length: 4.62 in
- Weight: 3.25 oz
What does HG mean on a Benchmade Griptilian?
HG stands for hollow ground. Benchmade built this generation of the 550 with a hollow-ground blade that thins behind the edge for aggressive slicing, and the S in the Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG (SKU BCM-550SHG) marks the partially serrated edge.
Is Benchmade discontinuing the Griptilian?
The Griptilian family continues in current production, but the hollow-ground 154CM generation is long retired, and the Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG BCM-550SHG is out of stock at Going Gear.
Why is the Benchmade Griptilian so popular?
It combines a grippy glass-filled handle, the ambidextrous AXIS lock and proven American steel at a fair price. The Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG BCM-550SHG adds serrations that keep cutting rope and webbing long after a plain edge dulls.
Does LifeSharp cover serrated blades?
Yes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service resharpens both the plain and serrated portions of the Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG BCM-550SHG free for the life of the knife.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Griptilian 550SHG BCM-550SHG was made in the USA in Oregon City, Oregon, and remaining dealer stock is the only source for this retired variant.