The Back Door: Benchmade Mini Bugout®, Taiga Green Grivory Handle, Tan ELMAX Blade, 2.82″, Made in USA (533TN-2601) (Return)

The Back Door: Benchmade Mini Bugout®, Taiga Green Grivory Handle, Tan ELMAX Blade, 2.82″, Made in USA (533TN-2601) (Return)This is a Back Door listing and this knife was a return, therefore it has been discounted to represent the "nearly new" nature. Ultralight Carry, Seasonal Attitude The Benchmade Mini Bugout has always been about doing more with less, and this seasonal Taiga Green configuration adds a fresh personality to one of the most trusted lightweight EDC platforms on the market. Compact, capable, and purpose built, this version blends proven Bugout performance

This is a Back Door listing and this knife was a return, therefore it has been discounted to represent the "nearly new" nature. 

Ultralight Carry, Seasonal Attitude

The Benchmade Mini Bugout has always been about doing more with less, and this seasonal Taiga Green configuration adds a fresh personality to one of the most trusted lightweight EDC platforms on the market. Compact, capable, and purpose-built, this version blends proven Bugout performance with earth-toned styling that feels right at home outdoors or in the pocket.

With a Taiga Green Grivory handle, McMillan Tan blade finish, and Burnt Copper hardware accents, this Mini Bugout keeps things light, functional, and visually dialed in without sacrificing performance.

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Note from Lone Star Knife & Supply

The Mini Bugout is one of those knives that earns its keep fast. It’s ridiculously light, disappears in the pocket, and still cuts like a much larger knife. This Taiga Green version feels especially well-balanced, subtle, outdoorsy, and easy to live with every day.

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Lightweight Without Feeling Fragile

At just 1.5 oz, the Mini Bugout is one of the lightest full-function locking folders you can carry. The Grivory handle keeps weight down while still offering enough rigidity for real-world cutting tasks, and the slim profile makes it an easy choice for pocket or pack carry.

The 2.82″ drop-point blade is crafted from ELMAX stainless powder steel, known for its excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, and fine grain structure. The tan blade finish adds a subdued, low-glare look that complements the handle without feeling flashy.

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AXIS Lock Confidence

Benchmade’s AXIS Lock delivers ambidextrous, one-handed operation and reliable lockup. It keeps fingers clear of the blade during closing and remains one of the most trusted lock designs in the industry for everyday carry.

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Benchmade LifeSharp Service

Every Benchmade knife is backed by LifeSharp service. When your edge eventually needs attention, Benchmade will sharpen and tune your knife back to factory standards, helping extend the life of a tool built to be used, not babied.

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What Makes This Mini Bugout Stand Out

• 2.82″ Drop-Point Blade, compact and highly usable

• ELMAX Stainless Steel, excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance

• McMillan Tan Blade Finish, subtle and low-glare

• Taiga Green Grivory Handle, ultralight and comfortable

• AXIS Lock, ambidextrous and proven

• Mini Deep-Carry Pocket Clip, discreet everyday carry

• Made in the USA, precision-built and supported domestically

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Specifications

• Brand: Benchmade

• Model: Mini Bugout 533TN-2601

• Blade Length: 2.82″

• Blade Steel: ELMAX Stainless (59–61 HRC)

• Blade Finish: Tan

• Blade Style: Drop point

• Handle Material: Grivory

• Handle Color: Taiga Green

• Lock Type: AXIS Lock

• Opening Method: Manual

• Pocket Clip: Mini deep-carry, tip-down

• Weight: 1.5 oz

• Country of Origin: USA

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Why You’ll Want It

The Mini Bugout Taiga Green delivers true everyday performance in one of the lightest, most comfortable carry profiles available. It’s made in the USA, built to be used, and backed by a company that supports its knives for life. Supporting knives like this helps ensure more high-quality tools continue to be made here at home.