Product Description

The Benchmade Mini Bugout 533-3 is the flagship of the Mini Bugout line — pairing a premium CPM-S90V blade with a lightweight carbon fiber handle to deliver class-leading edge retention and a refined, high-end feel in the most pocketable folder Benchmade builds.

The 2.82-inch blade is crafted from CPM-S90V, one of the highest edge-retention production steels Benchmade offers. Developed through Crucible's particle metallurgy process, CPM-S90V's high vanadium content delivers exceptional wear resistance — holding a working edge dramatically longer than the standard CPM-S30V on base-model Bugouts, which means far longer intervals between sharpenings even under heavy daily use. S90V rewards good sharpening technique, but for the buyer who prioritizes edge longevity, it's among the best steels available in this size class. The satin finish showcases the blade's clean lines and keeps it easy to maintain.

The carbon fiber handle is the premium other half of this build. Lighter and stiffer than Grivory, carbon fiber brings a distinctive woven texture and a high-end tactile feel while keeping the Mini Bugout exceptionally light in the pocket. The result is a Mini Bugout that carries like a featherweight but looks and feels like the flagship it is.

• Blade: CPM-S90V, drop point profile, satin finish, plain edge — 2.82 inches of premium high-vanadium steel with class-leading edge retention
• Handle: Carbon fiber — lighter and stiffer than Grivory, with a distinctive woven texture and premium feel; keeps the Mini Bugout ultralight
• Deployment / Lock: Ambidextrous thumb studs with Benchmade's AXIS Lock — fully ambidextrous, smooth one-handed opening and closing, locks solid with no blade play
• Carry: Reversible deep-carry mini clip for tip-up left or right-side carry; built for true everyday pocket carry

EDC buyers who want the best Mini Bugout configuration — CPM-S90V and carbon fiber represent the top of the platform. Buyers tired of frequent sharpening who want premium edge retention in an ultralight package. Collectors and enthusiasts drawn to the refined look and feel of a carbon fiber handle over standard Grivory scales.

Premium S90V edge retention, a refined carbon fiber handle, and the ultralight carry that made the Mini Bugout famous — the flagship of the line. Add the Benchmade Mini Bugout (533-3) to your cart today — made in the USA, backed by Benchmade's LifeSharp service and lifetime warranty, and shipping same or next business day from Knifeworks in Columbia, Louisiana. Questions? Call 888-225-9775 — we carry these knives daily.