Who is your favorite Benchmade knife designer?

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Permalink Reply by Keelen Grimm on May 7, 2009 at 20:29

I really like Mel Pardue's designs for Benchmade. Everyone knows the Griptilian and I don't think it is a far stretch to say that it is the most well know knife that Benchmade produces. I really like the simplicity of the blade shape and the handle. It is an all around great knife and my hat goes off to Mr. Pardue for his work.

Permalink Reply by Wilma Slicer (Lynsie) on May 7, 2009 at 22:12

I have to say Pardue as well, but only because I only have one benchmade knife!

I WANT MOOOORE! But I can't seem to save enough money for another one!

Benchmade knives are so beautiful and feel so well made as well...I just love them.

Permalink Reply by Manville D. Smith X on May 8, 2009 at 20:03

when i think hard pardue is great but ill take osbornes side sorry

Permalink Reply by Nick Hansen on May 9, 2009 at 19:26

Im gonna say Pardue as well.

I have 3 Griptilians, but dont have any desire to get any other designs because they dont really appeal to me.

Was thinking about getting a BM Fixed-Blade, but I wouldnt carry it unless I was hunting, and I cant justify the money spent.

What draws me to the Griptilian is the simplicity in its design (which also later may transfer to the cost). I like it because its just the simple knife that I can use and beat and its going to keep asking for more abuse.

Two of the ones that I have are the OD Green Cabelas D2 knives like cutlerylover had. I am drawn to the more hard to find versions like the D2 Grip. It took me about 2 days to find the knife when I saw his videos.

Pictures to come if they are needed-let me know.

Permalink Reply by Keelen Grimm on May 10, 2009 at 5:24

Very cool. I wouldnt mind getting a D2 Grip!

Keelen

Permalink Reply by Agent80x on May 10, 2009 at 23:50

Love my osborne 942, snody's designs are interesting

Permalink Reply by Keelen Grimm on May 11, 2009 at 7:15

I agree, I am starting to like Osborne's designs more and more.

Permalink Reply by Ben Weidlich on May 14, 2009 at 21:42

Osborne/Pardue
Osbornes look nicer
but the griptilian offers a lot for a cheaper price

Permalink Reply by Agent80x on May 14, 2009 at 23:31

the both of them are worth every penny

Permalink Reply by J.T. [HELLZZARMY] on May 15, 2009 at 0:50

Mel Pardue...and we segue into another discussion.

Permalink Reply by Manville D. Smith X on June 20, 2009 at 11:25

as i see i like McHenry/williams more than osborne or pardue the 710 is a perfict tactical knife

Permalink Reply by J.T. [HELLZZARMY] on August 9, 2009 at 3:01

McHenry & Williams are my favorite now...designer of both the Benchmade 710 and axis lock...YATA!!!

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