Benchmade 15017-1: Hidden Canyon Hunter with Richlite Handle

Looking for a compact, light and very precise hunting knife that gives maximum control for fine work? The Benchmade 15017-1 Hidden Canyon Hunter from the HUNT series is a tool for the hunter who does not want to carry unnecessary weight but still demands uncompromising performance in the field. Despite its very nimble, compact format, the knife sits very steadily in the hand and easily handles everything from precision work on small game to skinning larger animals.

Razor-sharp SelectEdge® and CPM-S90V steel

The Hidden Canyon Hunter is packed with some of the best knife technology available:

• Very long edge retention with CPM-S90V (59-61 HRC): The 70.9 mm drop-point blade is made of high-tech CPM-S90V stainless powder steel. Thanks to a very high content of vanadium carbides, this steel offers very high wear resistance. It stays sharp considerably longer than common steels, so you can work without constant breaks for sharpening.

• SelectEdge® technology with 14° edge angle: The blade is sharpened with Benchmade's advanced SelectEdge method at a sharp 14-degree angle. This creates an excellent polished edge that makes every cut feel effortless, controlled and precise.

• Practical stonewash finish: The surface has a stonewash treatment that effectively hides scratches, signs of use and reflections from the sun.

Richlite handle and very strong construction

The knife combines strength with modern material technology for a good grip in all weather:

• Weather-resistant Richlite® & G10: The handle scales are made of Richlite – an environmentally friendly and very durable composite of compressed paper fibre and resin. It is mounted on a bright orange G10 base layer, giving a crisp visual contrast. The grip resists water, blood and dirt and gives a firm hold in cold or wet conditions.

• Robust full-tang construction: The knife is built as a full tang, with the strong 3.05 mm steel running all the way through the handle. This gives a very strong construction and excellent balance in the hand, despite a total weight of just 88.17 g.

The knife is fully Ambidextrous and comes with a custom-moulded, hard-wearing and weather-resistant Boltaron sheath that secures the knife on your belt or pack during transport. It is Made in USA to strict quality standards.

Specifications:

• Brand: Benchmade (Made in USA)

• Model: 15017-1 Hidden Canyon Hunter

• Series: Benchmade HUNT

• Use: Hunting (excellent for small game and detailed skinning work on big game), outdoor

• Knife type: Fixed blade (full tang)

• Blade material: CPM-S90V stainless powder steel (59-61 HRC)

• Blade profile: Drop-point

• Edge: Sharpened with SelectEdge® technology (14° angle)

• Blade finish: Stonewash

• Handle material: Richlite® with orange G10 base layer

• Sheath: Boltaron®

• Blade length: 70.9 mm

• Blade thickness: 3.05 mm

• Handle thickness: 13.97 mm

• Overall length: 163.1 mm

• Weight: Just 88.17 g