Since then, I’ve carried the USA-made Mini Griptilian most days and have used it in tasks both mundane and epic. The knife’s 2.91-inch blade has sliced through apples and packages.

The Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian has a 2.91-inch blade made out of stainless steel, rated between 58-60 on the HRC scale for hardness. That means it should retain its edge for a very, very long time.

Pricing and availability The Benchmade Bugout 535SL-13 and Benchmade Mini Bugout 533SL-10 launch on the brand’s website on Tuesday, April 15 for $320 and $310, respectively.