Benchmade Lowden Folding Knife - Aluminum Handle

The Benchmade Lowden 491 folding knife is a compact flipper built for a smooth, snappy deployment — inspired by the symmetry and circular pommel of traditional daggers and designed around a spear-point M390 blade with an AXIS Lock flipper mechanism that delivers fast, consistent one-handed opening. Built for everyday carry and performance-oriented use, this folding knife pairs milled 6061-T6 anodized aluminum handle scales with a FDE PVD-coated clip for a refined, modern aesthetic.

The Benchmade Lowden 491 is a folding knife with an M390 stainless steel spear-point blade, milled 6061-T6 anodized aluminum handle scales, an AXIS Lock flipper mechanism, and a standard carry tip-up pocket clip with a FDE PVD finish. Available in Crater Blue with a satin blade, and Phoenix Red with a gray Cerakote blade.

M390 stainless steel delivers excellent corrosion resistance, outstanding edge retention, and high hardness at 58-61HRC — a premium blade steel that holds a fine, long-lasting edge through repeated cutting without demanding frequent sharpening. The spear-point blade profile is defined by a symmetrically tapering tip where both the spine and the edge converge at the same point, creating a strong, centered tip geometry suited for precision cutting and controlled piercing. The AXIS Lock flipper mechanism provides a fast, snappy blade deployment with a smooth, satisfying action — deploying and locking in one fluid motion. Milled aluminum handle scales add a palm-filling grip with visual texture, keeping the handle slim while providing positive traction. FDE PVD-coated clip provides a distinct, corrosion-resistant accent across both colorways.

Blade length: 2.79". Blade thickness: 0.09". Open length: 6.81". Closed length: 4.05". Handle thickness: 0.502". Weight: 2.99 oz. Ambidextrous. No lanyard hole. Standard carry tip-up clip.

6061-T6 anodized aluminum handle. Spear-point blade. M390 stainless steel, 58-61HRC. AXIS Lock Flipper. FDE PVD clip. 2.99 oz.

Well suited for everyday carry and any application where a compact, fast-deploying flipper with premium blade steel and a refined aesthetic is the requirement.

Benchmade is an Oregon-based knife manufacturer known for producing professional-grade folding and fixed blade knives for law enforcement, military, and civilian users, backed by its LifeSharp guarantee.

Lowden | Crater Blue Aluminum: Crater Blue anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handle with milled pattern. M390 stainless steel (58-61HRC). Satin blade finish and color. FDE PVD-coated standard carry tip-up clip. 2.99 oz.

Lowden | Phoenix Red Aluminum: Phoenix Red anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handle with milled pattern. M390 stainless steel (58-61HRC). Gray Cerakote blade finish. FDE PVD-coated standard carry tip-up clip. 2.99 oz.