The Benchmade Gold Class Mini Crooked River is a limited-edition take on the knife for discerning collectors to choose as a way to stay ready for any task. The knife is characterized by its eye-catching handle achieved using the G-Carta proprietary composite crafted by G.L. Hansen & Sons from a blend of natural fibers and fabrics mixed with composite. The blade is a Damascus steel blade sourced from Chad Nichols and paired with the original AXIS lock to keep it in place when in use or not.
The Benchmade Gold Class Mini Crooked River is limited to just 200 examples worldwide and is priced at $900. Each unit comes with an alligator leather carrying pouch for a final premium touch.
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The Benchmade Gold Class Mini Crooked River is Limited-Edition
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