Product Description
The Benchmade Triage 916SBK is a purpose-built rescue folder designed for law enforcement, EMS, fire, and military personnel who need a single tool that cuts seat belts, clothing, and cordage while maintaining a functional knife blade — all deployed one-handed under stress with AXIS Assist.
The blade is N680 stainless, a nitrogen-alloyed Böhler-Uddeholm steel chosen specifically for its corrosion resistance in moisture-heavy and maritime environments — significantly more resistant to saltwater and humidity than 154CM or CPM-S30V. The 3.40-inch blade carries a black coating and combo edge: the plain section handles general cutting tasks, the serrated section bites through synthetic seat belts and webbing. The integrated rescue hook on the spine opens at the spine and cuts away from the body — the correct geometry for cutting clothing or straps off a patient without risk of a blade point near skin. Black G10 handle scales are textured for wet-hand grip. AXIS Assist deploys one-handed; the AXIS Lock closes ambidextrously from either side.
Built for first responders. Ships same or next business day from Knifeworks in Columbia, Louisiana.
• Blade Steel: N680 stainless, black coated — nitrogen-alloyed for superior corrosion resistance in wet and maritime environments vs. 154CM or CPM-S30V
• Blade: 3.40" drop point, combo edge, black coated — plain section for general cutting, serrated section for seat belts and synthetic webbing
• Rescue Hook: Integrated spine-mounted hook — opens away from the body for safe clothing and strap removal without blade-point contact
• Opener: AXIS Assist — one-handed spring-assisted deployment via thumb stud; AXIS Lock closes ambidextrously
• Lock: AXIS Lock — bilateral, one-handed close, rated beyond liner lock strength
• Handle: Black G10 — textured for positive grip with wet or gloved hands
• Clip: Tip-up, reversible — configurable for left- or right-hand carry
• Warranty: Benchmade LifeSharp warranty — free lifetime sharpening, blade replacement, and mechanical repair
Specifications:
| Product Type | Folding Knife | |
| Brand | Benchmade | |
| Product Name | Triage | |
| Model # | 916SBK | |
| Overall Length | 8.07 in | |
| Closed Length | 4.67 in | |
| Blade Length | 3.40 in | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.130 in | |
| Handle Thickness | 0.45 in | |
| Blade Material | Bohler N680 | |
| Blade Hardness (HRC) | 57-59 | |
| Blade Style | Opposing Bevel | |
| Blade Edge | Combo | |
| Blade Grind | Hollow | |
| Blade Finish | Black (Coated) | |
| Handle Material | G-10 | |
| Handle Finish | Black | |
| Lock Type | Axis Lock | |
| Clip Position | Reversible Tip-Up | |
| Weight | 4.40 oz | |
| Origin | USA | |
| Blade Range | 3-3.49 | |
| Opener | Thumb Stud (Assisted) |