Benchmade 290BK-1 - FULL IMMUNITY, Flat Dark Earth

Note: The originally introduced version with Burnt Bronze handle scales was never released; its successor is Flat Dark Earth. The idea behind the Immunity was developed during the long phase of the pandemic - hence its name. The goal was to fulfill the frequently expressed wish of US government officials for a lightweight, compact EDC knife well suited to self-defense, without exceeding a blade length of 2.5 inches. Exceeding that blade length leads to carry restrictions in many parts of the USA.

For this reason, the Wharncliffe blade shape was the first choice. Using a Cerakote-coated CPM-M4 carbon steel blade allowed the full cutting power to be carried all the way through to the needle-thin ground tip of the blade.

The anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handles are available in three interesting colors: Crater Blue, Flat Dark Earth, and Woodland Green. These help give the Immunity a very good look despite its rather short Wharncliffe blade. The Axis lock mechanism can be ordered as a manual or automatic version, so that six versions are currently offered with the 2.49-inch blade. When the Axis bolt is pulled, the blade of the automatic version opens very comfortably and securely. A lanyard at the end of the handle is included with all models, making it easier to draw the knife, which is carried with a mini deep-carry clip.

• Blade steel: CPM-M4 (62-64 HRC)
• Total length: 15 cm
• Blade length: 6.3 cm
• Weight: 65 grams
• Handle material: Anodized 6061-T6 aluminum - Flat Dark Earth
• Lock type: AXIS®
• Knife type: Foldable, Wharncliffe blade shape
• Carrying clip included
• High corrosion resistance