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Questions & Answers
What is the difference between Mediator and Autocrat? Expert Answer

The Benchmade Autocrat is an automatic OTF or Out the Front Knife. It extends out the front of the handle and retracts back into the handle. The Benchmade Mediator Automatic Folding Knife is automatic opening but from the side, then folds back down to the side.

by Hunter, Gear Expert, July 26, 2022
Do you offer engraving for this knife? Expert Answer

No. We do not have the ability to do any engraving or alterations to items.

by Brandon B, Gear Expert, September 8, 2021
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review Every day carry by Kb, July 28, 2020
Hands down best edc! Quality product. Great blade for anyone that like a little smaller edc knife. Big brother to the 940 plus its autobso you can't go wrong with that. Hopefully it becomes real popular so the knife community will make BA scales.
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Blade Length: 3.3 inHandle Color: Black Serrated: Plain Knife Application: Tactical Blade Shape: Reverse Tanto Handle Material: G10 Blade Finish: Coated

Code: 79-KN3-BMFK-8551BK

MPN: 8551BK

UPC: 610953151997

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This item may be purchased by Illinois residents 21 years and over with a valid FOID and Illinois Identification card which we require submission of at checkout. For those outside of Illinois, this item is regulated for sale to Military, Law Enforcement, or other qualified personnel. Our team will contact you regarding the required qualifications and documentation. Certain federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations may apply.

Product Info for Benchmade Mediator Automatic Folding Knife

A tactical knife doesnt always need to be overbuilt to serve its purpose. Taking the best from some of our favorite legacy designs, the new 8551BK Mediator is Benchmades latest push-button automatic. With milled chevron-pattern G10 handles and a CPM-S90V reverse tanto blade, the Mediator is a sleek switchblade with lightning-fast actionimage

Specifications for Benchmade Mediator Automatic Folding Knife:

Manufacturer: Benchmade
Blade Length: 3.3 in
Handle Color: Black
Serrated: Plain
Knife Application: Tactical
Blade Shape: Reverse Tanto
Handle Material: G10
Blade Finish: Coated
Blade Thickness: 0.115 in
Weight: 2.89 oz
Closed Length: 4.45 in

Features of Benchmade Mediator Folding Knife

  • G10 black handle
  • Mini Deep Carry pocket clip
  • Push button AUTO, Milled texture
  • Barrel spacers

Package Contents:

  • Benchmade Mediator Folding Knife

Benchmade Mediator Automatic Folding Knife Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

Benchmade Autocrat Automatic Folding Knife, 3.3in, Coated, Reverse Tanto, G10 black handle, 8551BK , MPN: 8551BK , UPC: 610953151997 , Code: 79-KN3-BMFK-8551BK

Benchmade Mediator Automatic Folding Knife Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

Benchmade Autocrat Automatic Folding Knife, 3.3in, Coated, Serrated, Reverse Tanto, G10 black handle, 8551SBK , MPN: 8551SBK , UPC: 610953152000 , Code: 79-KN3-BMFK-8551SBK
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