Benchmade 275 Adamas Review

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The 275 Adamas is an absolute tank of a knife. This bold design from Shane Siebert has gone where few Benchmades have gone before. If you want more written thoughts on the 275, check out my full written review for a detailed writeup on the Adamas. I've included plenty of high res photos and talk about the knife in great detail.
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[@DanMar5858]

I finally got around to adding this to my collection as well as my EDC which consists of 2 knives. It's a large knife but not cumbersome in any way. There are other larger folders out there so this is a good "Manly-Sized" knife. I really like it & I haven't had clip issues on a BM in a few years now

[@Bladereviews]

@WeaversofEternity I totally agree man, this is waaaay to much knife for EDC. But for a hard use tool I think it's quite appropriate! Thanks so much for dropping by.

[@Bladereviews]

Thank you John, and I am glad to hear you enjoy yours! Yes apparently this was an issue they had with the earliest knives. Thankfully they have since fixed up the clip, Thanks again for stopping by and leaving your thoughts.

[@mikeygrimes2925]

love the blade i got black because i heard they were painting them.idk? i was gonna go auto but the blade is slimmer on auto version, and manual version i think i can put it away quicker than having to use ur hand in the automatic version.and ive beat the shit out of the blade(within reason) a bit of prying, lots of tip use.i was worried the d2 would be brittle but not yet at least best hard use knife i have ak47 a good one too.

[@Bladereviews]

@Optionsaregood Thanks man! Yes, this is a heavy knife, and for that reason especially I think extra care needs to be taken with the clip. It's still well made, an interesting offering for sure. Thanks so much for stopping by and tuning in.

[@Bladereviews]

@CalviNNation Thank you Calvin! Yeah this clip needs a little work, but if that is the worst thing I can come up w/ then that is pretty good! Thanks for stopping by man, have a good one.

[@Bladereviews]

Thanks for your comment, Daniel! Glad to hear you are enjoying your 275.

[@Bladereviews]

@Pyro7502 Yeah the pouch won't get any use from me at all. I don't mind it as an extra way to carry the knife but I agree - it's no substitute for a rockin pocket clip. thanks for stoppin by!

[@PowerMadHeadBanger]

I am glad to see that you recognize the value of a robust knife. This knife is too heavy for most people that forget that you cannot abuse a SOG Flash knife like you can abuse this one.

[@Bladereviews]

@darkchild57 I'm glad your clip is better, I should have revisited your review (and checked out some others) before shooting the video. I tried bending my clip out but this is hardened steel - it wasn't going anywhere! I also tried putting an arrow clip on but it wouldn't fit. And I agree, I like the tan version more, it's really cool. Thanks for watching man!

[@Bladereviews]

Thanks, Scott! Glad to hear they upgraded the clip. It's a very tough knife!

[@Bladereviews]

Good point man - certainly something to consider. Thanks for watching.

[@thedougler516]

any benchmade in the black class that has the three numbers of the knife means it is a manual and if they add a 0 for example 275=manual 2750=automatic. fyi

[@defenseandsafety]

@BladeReviewscom i actually called BM when it first came out to check that the weight was correct - i thought they got the fixed blade and folder weights mixed up on the spec sheets. i agree, i am attracted to the knife - my initial instinct was to buy until i saw the weight. there is no way i could edc that knife unless it was closer to 6 oz.

[@Bladereviews]

@VanceRhodes Thanks man! Yeah ultimately you have to buy what you like! I certainly understand. Glad you are enjoying the reviews man, many more to come!

[@Bladereviews]

@sigsoup That is great man! Glad to hear you are enjoying the 275. It's a tank! Thanks for the compliment man, so happy to hear you have been enjoying the vids and site! :)

[@Bladereviews]

@PowerMadHeadBanger You are absolutely right man. With this knife it's important to keep the purpose of it in mind. Is it designed to replace my flash 1 or mini griptilian? No. But it's extremely strong and designed for purpose built applications.

[@Bladereviews]

@obamtdtnsfn D2 can be pretty tough but I definitely see your point. I mentioned that this would be tough to sharpen in the field, and it made me think a little more about it. At 60-62 HRC this is not soft stuff. So I tend to agree with you and will write about it a little more in the written review. Thanks for stopping by and leaving the insightful comment!

[@Bladereviews]

@goyofoyo It is wider to accommodate the wider handle. According to Benchmade the lock can take 800 lbs of force. It feels extremely strong.

[@Bladereviews]

@VanceRhodes Thank you Vance! BM makes nice stuff, but I know some collectors are looking for something more and more exotic. Personally I still like their stuff a lot. Its all really well done. Thanks for watching. :)

[@Bladereviews]

@MrGlockJock25 Reviewers discount? That sounds magical! It's a heavy knife, I aint gonna lie. Some will love it some will hate it. I will say that the fixed blade version looks quite intriguing. Thanks for stopping by!

[@DesertKnifeGuru]

I just received the Tan version last week ,I cant put it down !!! I bent my clip and Benchmade is dropping one in the mail . Great Review as Always !!!! DKG

[@Bladereviews]

@defenseandsafety lol! Excellent point Todd! Yeah, this ain't no griptilian, I'll say that much. It's a little too much knife for me personally, but I still find myself strangely attracted to it.

[@darkchild57]

I had the option of ordering the limited edition, but I really like the tan version more. The clip on my 275 touches the G10. You could always detach it and bend it back in. But actually I wish they just put the arrow head clip from the Griptilian on it. Great review my friend!

[@Bladereviews]

@sigsoup Thank you so much for the update Sig! I will reflect that in my written review (unfortunately there isn't much I can change with the video - maybe I'll annotate it). Glad to hear the clip issue is sorted out. And yeah, you will want to use diamond rods or waterstones to sharpen D2. It's tough stuff! Thanks again man. :)

[@sigsoup]

Well I bought it ... I had a feeling it was going to be a benchmade week. The onslaught and the adamas . I saw a black one production # 46 I was going to buy but then decided on on the tab one.like you said I have to many in black and I don't wanna worry about it it's going to get used hard not caressed ( well still caressed, not babied ).... Well a little babied. But if I have to do something horrible to it I'm not going to worry about it....as much. Thanks for the vid!!

[@Optionsaregood]

Excellent and fair, review Dan. For a knife that heavy it really needs a substantial pocket clip, or you could loose it.

[@Bladereviews]

@Alexanderedietz Hmm, I've got an interesting Italian automatic coming up. As for full on customs and stuff, nothing really planned (in fact I have a lot of mid range stuff that I need to do videos for) but you never know, something interesting might sneak in. ;) Thanks for watchin Alex!

[@neonightkiller]

@BladeReviewscom Yeah, I think you are right. The D2 benchmade uses is VERY tough. Great Review as always.

[@sigsoup]

Okay so I guess benchmade must have heard the complaints about the pocket clip. I messed around with a block version #46 of 1000 and it suffered from a weak pocket clip. The one I purchased tan # 41,256 has an incredibly strong clip... But not as sharp as #46. Overall I have been impressed with this knife, but don't waste your time trying to sharpen it with a benchmade survival tool kit the steel is way to sturdy. Just giving ya an update. Ps. Another tan handle one I handles also had a sturdie

[@Bladereviews]

I don't think you are alone with that preference. S30V would be a nice option with this one.

[@thomassmyth65]

dan your really killing me with all the sick knives your reviewing lately, its been a battle not buying any knives, and i have 6 more months to go, im guessing i will break and buy something, if i do full size griptilian most likely, see ive even been thinking about it, lol! great review as usual, just a awesome knife from benchmade.

[@Bladereviews]

@istephan007 lol... add it to the list! ;) Wish I also picked up the fixed blade version when I got this one. Sadly my planning wasn't that great.

[@Bladereviews]

The Adamas is much bigger than the 0350. I haven't handled a 0200 but the specs look similar. Personally, I like a smaller knife like the 0350 for EDC.

[@Bladereviews]

@903lew Lew as always, you are a voice of reason and practicality! Yeah, this one is heavy. Even the diesel truck driving, miller lite swilling, red blooded American in me can admit that. Not the most practical knife, but hey, it is what it is. :)

[@obamtdtnsfn]

I did not know about this knife. But it is cool. But I don't like the choice of D2 steel for a work horse. It's to brittle of a steel. Great for edc but not for this kind of blade. Thank you for the great vid Dan.

[@edgeobserver]

@BladeReviewscom Not a fair comparison but... still, must have the Adamas.

[@Bladereviews]

It's a massive heavy knife. I'd say it's quite cumbersome, but it depends on what you like to EDC I guess. If you are used to carrying a "normal" knife (maybe in the 3-5 ounce range) I'd say the Adamas will be a big difference.

[@sigsoup]

I carried it all weekend, I can honestly say I love it!! It gives that feeling it can take abuse and will only look better the more you use it. I find my self babying some of my other benchmades but not this one it's great I might even buy another one just to make sure I have one if it gets discontinued . Love the vids and website !!

[@scott1hn]

Great review! The 2nd gen version has an upgraded clip. Best knife I've seen in years!

[@Bladereviews]

@nofgood4live Thanks so much man, glad you liked the knife and the review! Take care.

[@thomassmyth65]

@BladeReviewscom thats why i know it will be a good purchase, i have a mini grip and its easily my favorite edc folder, even tho im such a big fan of spyderco

[@Bladereviews]

@FatGuyWithAKatana Yeah the tan version is pretty! Not sure what I was doing going with the blacked out version. According to some other people their clips were a little better, I still find that it's way too flimsy. Still, it's a cool knife if you need a folding axe. ;)

[@KBar666]

NOT TRUE, Benchmade, marked all the limited ones as such. They are now releasing non limited edition versions in black with serrations as well

[@defenseandsafety]

the adamas outweighs the para2 and griptilian combined! if it were lighter, i'd buy one.

[@Bladereviews]

@thelockkk Tthat is a good point man, the pouch is nothing special... I kind of glossed over it because I don't wear much molle gear.

[@Carriesaglock]

I have tan and am considering getting black. I want both. :)

[@Bladereviews]

@oromoto I am sorry to hear that man! :( Nothing worse then losing a knife in the mail. I've had some stuff take a month or so to arrive so maybe it will show up. You never know and it's often when you least expect it.

[@srcsixty7]

Nice review of this beast of a knife! I got the tan version a couple of weeks ago and love it. This will be my new blade for out on the trails when I don't want to carry a fixed blade.

[@Bladereviews]

@drumrboy80 Thanks man! I appreciate the support!

[@thelockkk]

Nice review. I am not a big fan of Benchmade, but I like this knife. That pouch that comes with it looks very cheap tho!

[@VanceRhodes]

Great review Dan. As always! But I'm regretably falling away from Benchmade. Not sure exactly why but it's still a nice looking blade.

[@Bladereviews]

@KevinTheScreenKiller Thank you Kevin!

[@elitejohnlp]

I just picked this up in First Edition 275bksn (partially serrated, tan handles, 993/1000). I usually don't like partially serrated blades, but they had this in stock. Once I put it in my hand, I was sold. It's replacing my Benchmade 707 limited edition(043/500) in d2. I would have liked to get it in Assist.. but after I held it, I had to have it. My clip touches the handle, and is VERY stiff. It cut my belt trying to slide it. Maybe they fixed the issue? I'd give them a call, they'll fix it!

[@Bladereviews]

@sbyman96 Thanks man. I feel very similarly to you. It's a really cool knife but I just can't carry it. A version made for more "normal" people would be really cool I think. A mini would be excellent.

[@uberfx1]

The retention on mine is great! Just got it brand new but maybe after some time it will loosen up? Hope not

[@Bladereviews]

@srcsixty7 Thanks man! I agree, this thing is an absolute beast! Should make a nice fixed blade replacement. I don't doubt that you could even baton with this thing.

[@Bladereviews]

@sigsoup Congrats man! I think the tan ones are really cool. I hope you enjoy yours, it will be able to take some abuse for sure. Feel free to let me know what you think once it has arrived!

[@asilaydying1984]

great review man!! I agree with you on the clip, they should have used a much beefier one

[@Bladereviews]

@DesertKnifeGuru Hey DKG! That is great man, I am glad you have been enjoying yours too! I should see if BM will send me a tighter clip. I'm sure they would, their customer service is always top notch. Thanks for the kind words man, have a good one.

[@CalviNNation]

Sweet knife and review. Like you I dig the Tan A little better. I have had a few problems with BMs pocket clips as well. Looks like a good knife though man!

[@13siniestro80]

Interesting knife, for me the only drawback is the D2 steel, I would prefer it in S30V.

[@thedougler516]

with the exception of the rift. but the rifts number is a 955, for the manual, and the automatic is 9555 but still having the forth number on the end. so i guess its not always a 0

[@davidtate166]

The auto is really badass.

[@autisticANDarmed]

Just got mine today because, A: I lost my benchmade mini barrage B: They've been discontinued by benchmade (I think) so thanks to blade HQ I got one.

[@KulRydz]

@BladeReviewscom lol let me know if you need to borrow the ZT to fight it off

[@Bladereviews]

@fumasterchu12 Thanks man! I try my best to provide accurate information that you can use to make an informed decision, so it means a lot. Take care.

[@Bladereviews]

@dwilhoite Thanks man! My pleasure as always!

[@VanceRhodes]

@bladereviewscom I still have a few BMs and looking to trade off a few but they def are made nice. I was at a shop the other day looking at all of them and nothing really jumped out at me. Love the reviews though.

[@Bladereviews]

@ScoutsNOA Thanks SNOA! Much appreciated!

[@BillGoudy]

Thanks Dan! I do like the Benchmade Knives! Great review!

[@WeaversofEternity]

Definitely one of the more intimidating bm designs I've seen and maybe a bit too tactical looking and beefy for urban edc carry in my opinion, but a pretty awesome blade anyhow. Nice one Dan!

[@Bladereviews]

@asilaydying1984 Thanks man. Yeah the clip is definitely a weak link here. Hopefully BM fixes that up. Aside from that this thing is bullet proof!

[@istephan007]

you should do a review on the fixed next ;)

[@Bladereviews]

Thanks for the info - much appreciated!

[@fumasterchu12]

All great knives bro, and excellent review. I've come to rely on your reviews for great information and buying strategies. Thanks!

[@ScoutsNOA]

Benchmade sweet knife brother, as always great review Dan......

[@Bladereviews]

No, it's not an automatic knife. An automatic knife utilizes a spring to open the blade with the push of a button.

[@KulRydz]

man that thing looks like a monster!!!!

[@ronjeremiah1038]

auto vs manual which one do you prefer

[@slzslz]

Is the 275 adamas considered an automatic knife?

[@Bladereviews]

@BillGoudy Thank you Bill! I've got a bit of a Benchmade addiction! :)

[@kevin6030]

My clip came very tight take it off and put it in a vise or use pliers and adjust it

[@Bladereviews]

@edgeobserver It's a sweet knife and reasonably priced considering - I think you will like it a lot.

[@johnnyappleseed4386]

If you call Benchmade they'll send you a new clip for free or get an aftermarket one for less than $10

[@drumrboy80]

Knife doesn't do it for me, but another excellent review nonetheless

[@freddiemjames]

great review, love the black blades!

[@Bladereviews]

@MakingMasterClass This thing is a beast! Checks a lot of boxes for me too.

[@Bladereviews]

Thank you Freddie! :)

[@juan-carlostome7127]

I got the automatic

[@edgeobserver]

Must have this knife....

[@Bladereviews]

@edgeobserver It's no match for that TTFN or whatever that beast is that you call your new EDC ;) - but it's still a sweet overbuilt Benchmade!

[@henrymedina6057]

my clip presses right against the handle.

[@KevinTheScreenKiller]

nice review.

[@Bladereviews]

@thomassmyth65 Hey Tom! Stay strong man! I just had to sell this one off actually. The full size grip is a great knife. That's one that has stood the test of time for me.

[@jermainemarshall6819]

great review

[@Bladereviews]

Thanks for the info! This is good news for people interested in buying the black version of the knife! And sorry for being a d-bag in my earlier reply! ;)

[@VicariousReality7]

How is this better than the Contego

[@johnnyappleseed4386]

It's a super heavy duty knife that's made for combat, to cut thru aircraft fuselage or other metal skins, dig in the sand/dirt/rocks, etc.... The Contego is a medium to heavy duty edc knife

[@cameronwilliams4149]

VicariousReality7 if you watch a abuse test on them both the adamas is stronger

[@neonightkiller]

no match for the ZT 0300

[@davidtate166]

Tank in the pants.hardcore.its a killer.combat ready.