Product Description
The Benchmade Seasonal Bugout 535FE-2602 in Taiga Green combines lightweight EDC versatility with a boreal forest-inspired palette. Featuring CPM-S90V particle metallurgy stainless steel finished in Flat Dark Earth Battlewash PVD, this 1.85 oz folder pairs Taiga Green aluminum bolsters with brown canvas Micarta overlays and Burnt Copper hardware accents on the proven AXIS Lock platform.
CPM-S90V is Crucible's powder metallurgy stainless steel engineered for maximum wear resistance and edge retention. Hardened to 59–61 HRC, the 3.24" drop point blade features a flat grind at 0.090" thin for precise slicing performance, while the Flat Dark Earth Battlewash PVD coating adds a warm earth tone with a worn, non-reflective surface character.
- Blade: 3.24" CPM-S90V drop point with Plain edge, Flat grind, Flat Dark Earth Battlewash PVD finish, 0.090" thick.
- Handle: Taiga Green aluminum bolsters with brown canvas Micarta overlays; Burnt Copper hardware accents; Stainless steel liners; 4.22" closed, 1.85 oz.
- Deployment + Lock: Dual thumb studs for ambidextrous opening; AXIS Lock mechanism.
- Carry: Reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip (right/left carry); 7.46" overall.
Ideal for: Bugout collectors seeking seasonal configurations, EDC users wanting maximum CPM-S90V edge retention, and users requiring a lightweight 1.85 oz ambidextrous folder.
The Benchmade Seasonal Bugout in CPM-S90V FDE Battlewash with Taiga Green Aluminum and Brown Canvas Micarta (535FE-2602) ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana. Knifeworks is an authorized Benchmade dealer.
Benchmade Seasonal Bugout 535FE-2602: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the Benchmade Seasonal Bugout in Taiga Green (535FE-2602).
What steel is the Benchmade Seasonal Bugout 535FE-2602 made from?＋
The 535FE-2602 uses CPM-S90V particle metallurgy stainless steel hardened to 59–61 HRC. Engineered by Crucible Industries, CPM-S90V features high vanadium content to deliver exceptional edge retention and wear resistance.
What is the Flat Dark Earth Battlewash PVD finish?＋
The Flat Dark Earth Battlewash PVD finish combines a physical vapor deposition coating in a warm earth tone with a worn Battlewash surface treatment, offering a non-reflective, field-worn character that complements the boreal forest color scheme.
What materials are used for the handle construction?＋
The handle is constructed from Taiga Green anodized aluminum bolsters anchoring the front and rear, paired with textured brown canvas Micarta body overlays and Burnt Copper hardware accents.
How does the AXIS Lock work?＋
The AXIS Lock uses a hardened steel crossbar that moves forward and back to engage a ramp on the blade tang. It operates completely ambidextrously from either side of the handle, allowing you to open and close the blade without your fingers crossing the blade path.
Where is the Benchmade 535FE-2602 made, and what warranty covers it?＋
The Benchmade Seasonal Bugout is made in the United States. Benchmade backs the knife with a Limited Lifetime Warranty and free LifeSharp lifetime tuning and sharpening service. Knifeworks does not warranty this product independently.
CPM-S90V · FDE BATTLEWASH · TAIGA GREEN ALUMINUM
The Seasonal Boreal Forest Bugout
A 1.85 oz folder featuring a 3.24" CPM-S90V blade, Taiga Green aluminum bolsters, brown canvas Micarta overlays, and Burnt Copper hardware. Questions? Our team carries these knives daily. We ship same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.
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Warranty Information
Benchmade Warranty: Benchmade warrants that its genuine products are free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, rust, accidents, misuse, improper maintenance, or alterations. Benchmade offers free lifetime LifeSharp services for sharpening and inspection. Contact Benchmade directly for warranty and LifeSharp support. Knifeworks does not warranty this product independently.Specifications
| Product Type | Folding Knife | |
| Product Brand | Benchmade | |
| Product Line | Seasonal Bugout | |
| Item Number | 535FE-2602 | |
| Blade Length | 3.24 inches | |
| Blade Steel | CPM-S90V Particle Metallurgy Stainless Steel | |
| Blade Hardness | 59-61 HRC | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.090 inches | |
| Blade Profile | Drop Point | |
| Blade Grind | Flat Grind | |
| Edge Type | Plain Edge | |
| Blade Finish | Flat Dark Earth Battlewash PVD | |
| Handle Material | Aluminum, Canvas Micarta | |
| Handle Finish | Taiga Green Aluminum Bolsters with Brown Canvas Micarta Overlays | |
| Handle Accents | Burnt Copper Hardware | |
| Lock Type | AXIS Lock | |
| Opening Mechanism | Dual Thumb Studs — Ambidextrous | |
| Pocket Clip | Reversible Deep-Carry Tip-Up, Ambidextrous (Right/Left Carry) | |
| Overall Length | 7.46 inches | |
| Closed Length | 4.22 inches | |
| Weight | 2.2 oz | |
| Series | Seasonal Limited Release — Taiga Green | |
| Origin | Made in USA | |
| Blade Range | 3-3.49 |
