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Benchmade 551 Griptilian Play in Blade

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    I bought a Benchmade 551SBK back in December, and for the most part its been a great knife, but the blade does have a little side-to-side play and also some up-and-down play. When I tighten the hinge it just locks the blade. Just curious if the play is normal on the Griptilians.
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    40Arpent

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    If you've never had to contact Benchmade for service, get ready to be impressed. At least that's been my experience.
     

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    Mar 9, 2011
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    No thanks lol, I really like the knife. I contacted Benchmade and they told me a little bit of up and down play is normal, but there should be no side to side. I'll mail it in on monday for warranty.
     
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