Benchmade Model 62 Balisong - Review

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Here is the review on the BM 62 yes sir! Its a good knife, not the best, not the worst. A decent flipper but will never outperform the 42, its TI counterpart!
Hope you enjoyed!
Blade Length: 4.25"
Blade Thickness: 0.127"
Handle Thickness: 0.480"
Blade Material: D2 Tool Steel
Blade Hardness: 60-62HRC
Blade Style: Crowned Weehawk
Weight: 6.39oz.
Pocket Clip: Sheath Included; No Clip
Lock Mechanism: Bali-Song
Overall Length: 9.20"
Closed Length: 5.27"
Sheath Material: Nylon
Class: Blue
I really Appreciate any comments or questions! Please let me know if you do have any questions and I will get back to you if I can.
CalviNNatioN oout!

[@joeyashworth6011]

Thank you for the 51 62 comparison i was stuck in themiddle but now im really leaning twards the 51

[@ttattx]

I just picked one up - brand new from a big box sporting goods store - I can't believe they've had one collecting dust for 10 years! my intention was to get the 85 TI, but the 62 - a classic look, and what I really wanted (but didn't want to have a second hand blade) so the $700 85 will have to find its way to my hands later. nice review - an incredible balisong, and I don't care it's NOT a 42, I'm a big dude, with big hands and appreciate the heft of this blade. I flipped the 85 in store, and it sooo light, but not to my delight. the 62 felt just right in my hand.

[@CalviNNation]

Thanks for watching man! I like to do your intro every couple reviews ahahaha. Ill be looking forward to your ramblings no doubt man! She bites ultra hard man so watch out!

[@raygun4468]

I am buying the 61 as a boot knife. I do *NOT* flip at all so it will be flip it open and flip it closed and that is it. One hand deployment if you are in a pinch and need to get to a blade ... The weight is good for me 170 grams ... I like weight because it suggests good build quality and the lighter blades are for flipper kids. I do not do folders but this Benchmade is as close to a fixed blade as you are going to get as there is not a traditional lock on it ... liner/foldback/triad etc ... For me, this is an EDC self-defense blade ... I just wanted to see one in person and your video came up in my search. I love D2 tool steel and the false edge will lend itself to penetration into tendons and spinal cord and with my edges, the D2 will lay open sheets of flesh in a *slashing frenzy!* Thank you for showing me that I was not wasting $400 ...

[@CalviNNation]

Aha thanks man! Glad you like my style. I like to pop those pictures in for some different scenery as well.

[@macarelli2097]

I have fu42 and even if I Loctite it the screws don't come loose however the play of handles slowly increases I'm not sure why it does that...please help if can...or is because it's a cheapo?

[@The3rKo]

I could listen to ur videos for days :D You speak a very nice english (I´m not a native speaker, but I know it very well) and a very good reviews...

[@maddrumer69]

awsome Reveiw man , I look forward to getting one of these Beauties , also , just picked up a kimura Bali , and your so right on how Sharp they are , they are surgical Sharp , nice bali tho ,

[@carlwest5936]

I got one for $80 used!! What a steal! Can’t wait to get flippin!!!!

[@E1337N3SS]

Honestly I'm in love with my 51. I thought I'd miss the full metal feel with the g10 liners, but the minuscule amount of grip really feels nice. It took awhile to get used to the insanely light weight, (I got this after a year of flipping a k2) but I know damn well that I wouldn't trade it for an overpriced 42 knock off. I do wish I could get some pb washers and remove the clip without having to actually mill down my screws, but it's not a huge deal.

[@danielkennedy643]

What's a better flipper bm 51 or 62 I have a 32 and its great just I think a larger ones better so what do you think

[@Exmachinagamma]

any way to loosen the handles? got a lovely cut on my pinky earlier and i want to slightly avoid another bite

[@heco509]

hey what one would you rec out of the 60s fam? i have a 67 being customized. did i make the wrong choice?

[@calebguyette3737]

your intro is basically X4CTO's intro.

[@Niftyxd]

Well I’ll say only 3 word. Tru

[@elainarose6073]

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[@blueray301]

holy shit! i didn't think you would reply! one more question, are there sites to get the discontinued 42?! i've been looking everywhere online and i can't find one at all!

[@adampeak4943]

Hey Calvin, i have right now the Kimura IV and its awesome, yet iv been looking to get a bench made for a while, i wanted to know since the Kimura is a heavier bali if i should save for the 62 because it is heavier, or go for the 51 and just transition into the lighter, also i still only really see the 51 for around $250 and not much lower, were are you finding your prices?

[@willem8249]

Should I locktight my 51 and if I should, how?

[@andrewwhy262]

Feel dumb asking, but what is the tanto benchmade called

[@anthonyburke1289]

+CalviNNation quick question so on your 62 is there any blade play when it's not locked open do all balisongs have that because my 51 doesn't but 62 has a little?

[@anthonyburke1289]

+Castiel 839 thanks that's what I thought

[@CalviNNation]

They do have PB washers in the 51. And the clip can be a pain. But I agree I love the 51!

[@christopherwetta9203]

Great review

[@SALVATOREMONGIOVI]

i live on long island and i am planning on buying a benchmade 51. is rust going to be a problem because of the d2. THANK YOU

[@B1ade30]

I did get my 51 (check my unboxing vid) and i was wanting to get the 62 would you recomend this or is the weight say (stay away )

[@GabbarSeTakkar]

Brand new for 220? Can you tell me where please? Everywhere I've checked its 297. Would be grateful for any info.

[@spezz01]

cool, I like to flip balis that are on the heavier side, im looking foward to get one of these but i hate the fact i can only depend one one dealer. Great review Btw

[@lemonke9644]

I’m thinking about getting a 62 what weight is it comparable to?

[@Strikerwes]

the latch gate keeps it from hitting the blade. how could you miss that?

[@tactiti0n]

@CalviNNation i live in australia so ive never had a chance to check for myself but i was really just wondering if the top of the knife is sharp it looks like it from the vids ive seen but never had a chance to confirm it :) thanks

[@fresca4008]

Which is a better flipper? Bradley kimura series or 6X?

[@xtremehamster]

Is the 62 worth the price difference compare to the bradley kimura 7?

[@AWESOMECHILD13]

Whats the benchmade at the top? Its not the 67, because its a re-curve, ive never seen a straight model. Anyone know?

[@Guitarissimo13]

You do a nice presentation, sir.

[@jonlaw16]

Good review man! But the spacers in the 51 are D2 or some other type of steel which isn't stainless, because mine have started to rust just a little

[@89Interceptor]

i just bought the 51bk on cyber monday definatly one of the best purchases i have ever made

[@Kolby9241]

Just got a 42S T latch for $350 the other day. Im pretty happy.

[@ericr.4607]

That fly was probably an agent of spyderco to get you thinking of the small fly and spider fly. Good business if you ask me

[@heco509]

no that was the flytanium!!!!

[@nick-o-shaykendall7142]

hello hello long shot question dude do you have any balisong for sale or do you know of any I'm in England I have messaged you before

[@WARRIOR_BLOOD]

Can someone lmk or link me the channel where he said has put out some good flipping videos. I think he said it was Ckaer?

[@danz409]

very nice video quility! what cam do you use?

[@Jd-zd6om]

The 51 is actually perfect for balance. When people say they want better balance in the 51, they re really saying they want an overall heavier knife. The handles are the perfect counterweight for such a thin blade. Unless someone wants to say a handle bias bali is balanced, the 51 fits the bill for balance. If you took the 6x and rehandled to the same blade to handle ratio as the 51, the rehandle 6x would be the ideal flipper which is why most people rehandle the 6xs. But the 51 is extremely balanced, just light so its harder to get more momentum which gets mixed up for what balance is. Balance imo is balancing the knife in the middle point on your finger, where both the length of each side of the knife meets your finger with equal measurements, with just a hair more weight in the handles for less energy put into them for movement. The 51 fits that description, on a light scale. Especially without the pocket clip.

[@blondienirvana]

man that's a rough 42, you buy one soon before they stopped production? Just curious man lovn the banchmades with wings.

[@RickVicious41]

i had one of these back then but it was a comb and it broke, and i want to order a actual blade from benchwade again, do you think the actual blade will be bad and break easily like the comb??

[@RickVicious41]

MDMAzing alright bro I'm sorry Jesus 😂😂😂 and Castiel 839 thanks for the feedback you tooMDMAzing

[@carterluther7725]

At 24 sec the knife moves by its self Look at it

[@asbquez6494]

He prob recorded it on his bed and tugged the sheets a little

[@jawadibrahim2367]

the knife is alive!!!

[@noahhunter8022]

+carter luther its the bed sheet being pulled..

[@boomkablamo]

+carter luther Nice catch lol.

[@NotAFed_]

I know i was sp confused

[@lumsify]

Fantastic review. I loved that xacto beginning haha but I love the 51, and lighter balis in general, so I don't think the 62 is for me

[@MrTeacoffee]

How do you get these balisongs if your in Canada I want to know how I can get one :(

[@BalisongZealot]

the good old xacto intro... never fails

[@Thatonedere]

I'm pretty sure you don't remember but yesterday I asked what your worst knife related injury was. I was referencing that

[@beefcurrywithrice]

hey Calvin, you say you can get a 51 for 160? im checking all the sites online and they all sell them at around 220. im new to flipping

[@asiantalim]

Awesome review, great comparison. I guess not everyone can be happy... 62 is good but not nearly as good as the 42 from a customer's stand point. Unfortunately, Benchmade did mention that they spent more money on the production of the 42 as opposed to its retail price, which maybe one reason why they discontinued it... I still wouldn't mind getting a 62 though. =)

[@benchmade51man21]

calvin do you like the 62 enough to keep it or will it be sold?

[@MrTantoBalisong]

So should I get a 62 or 51.

[@user-zg3zq8ni7r]

D2 is very corrosion resistant, being a harder work steel. But that said it is not stainless and will take a little up keep. Wipe it clean after use and it'll be fine.

[@blueray301]

is the 62 still in general a great flipper?

[@astrobot7]

How many times do u have to oil the d2 blade? And will militec-1 prevent rust

[@zakarywin7645]

Yes militec 1 will prevent rust. Just make sure you keep your knife in suitable conditions. It really depends on how often you flip your knife. If you flip every day like I do, then I would oil it once a month, more or less (I really don't know, I like my knives to feel like butter).

[@Ro7ard]

May I ask where you got your 42 and 62? pvk only has the 51

[@koomo801]

The new T2 is so much easier to flip than my 62, which I still like enough to be my EDC. There are many valid point of criticism for the 62, but I mostly blame the washers.

[@whateverman4200]

I've seen the 62 compared to the kimura in many respects.... I'd love to see a comparison between the 62 and the kimura line. Keep posting the good videos CV! JDBA #86 and 1/2

[@Exmachinagamma]

my first balisong is the benchmade 62 just got it today!

[@CalviNNation]

Totally agree with this guy! Get a 51 if you are debating.

[@X4CTO]

You're welcome brother. Use the intro all you want brother... HAHA. Thank you... I am going to try to get some video of it tonight if possible. I've been flipping her and I like her a lot... she's a naughty one on them aerials, a little unnerving at first if I'm to be honest, but doable. I'm thinking I might go latchless on her too. Stay sharp my friend.

[@BboyYellowFlash]

A 47. The same series as the 42 but with the blade style that benchmade calls the modified tanto. It flips almost identically to a 42 but is much more difficult to find as it wasn't as common while in production and those who have one will not part with it easily and if they do its anywhere from 400-600 dollars.

[@youtubeAtraiu]

hey is the top knife a 67 with tanto

[@CalviNNation]

Thanks aha, Why the hate for the knife?

[@thebusinessend1]

Were did you find the 51 for 160? Aside from forums. Thanks. Great Vid BTW

[@X4CTO]

Well brother, I agree with you on many points. I am going to try to get my "review" video of it up soon. I like it, but not better than my 51 for flipping still. Ahh... I'll save it all for my ramblings on it. Glad to hear your opinions on it brother. I'm not looking forward to getting bit by Mrs. 62 though... I know she bites hard.

[@KillNutEngaged]

I'm having a hard time choosing between the BM 62 and BM 51BK. I want both but i can only get one right now. Any opinions?

[@jackdaniel1362]

Id say to just go with what looks better to you. Good thing is that you can invest in custom parts for either of those knives through Flytanium.

[@ConnorLassiter]

A lot of people say when they get use to flipping with a lighter bali (51) that it is much more difficult to go to a heavier bali later on (62 or any heavier bali). So keep that in mind.

[@KillNutEngaged]

+TheGameplays87 Thanks I'll keep that in mind, i got my first Bali(Bear Song IV) like 2 months ago, i feel like i could use something a bit heavier. I really like how the 51 looks though.

[@ConnorLassiter]

KillNutEngaged I have also felt that particular Bear Ops bali ( I work at a knife shop), and the 51 is even lighter than the Bear Ops. If you are wanting something heavier I would definitely recommend the 62 (That's what I have).

[@joejoebeefcraft]

definitely go for the 51

[@spezz01]

fhow does it flip compare to a k2 ?

[@AlexDwyer20]

hey i heard your selling your BM 62. Are you still selling it, or has it found a home already?

[@CalviNNation]

D2 is not the Handle material, only the blade material. The handles are some kind of 3 series SS. But yes TI is Expensive but on the 42's it was also cast so they probably saved a bit of money on that.

[@EarthAlien51]

Can some one explain why benchmade doesent put pocket clips on most balis

[@bobbirdsong6825]

It is easier to flip in some situations. Doesn't really make a difference, though.

[@samschuh7162]

So I'm getting one of these. I get it, it's expensive. Does anyone know how much money it takes to make just one of these? If so just reply to this comment. Thanks.

[@marcogutierrez54]

I'm getting either a Bench made 51 or a Bench made 62, which is the better knife?

[@VinEllis]

Marco Gutierrez They're both great. Just depends on which one you like better. Quality is the same.

[@jawadibrahim2367]

go with the 51 if you want a light weight balisong. go with the 62 if you want a heavier balisong.

[@Poopoopoop100]

Please answer dude. Where do you buy your benchmades? I can't drop 500 or even anything over 100 right now. My mom won't let me spend that on a "tool" help! Ps. I just bought a bear and sons iv bear song reaper green. From blade play.

[@calebcowden6291]

You aren't going to find a benchmade Balisong for under 100.

[@calebcowden6291]

You may be able to find a Bradley kimura for under 100 If you shop around

[@X4CTO]

Not a problem... I just get people leaving me some messed up comments sometimes so I stay on defense. LOL.

[@TheMrshadow1344]

Can someone tell me where i can buy a bm42??

[@BboyYellowFlash]

Buy a Bradley Kimura. Only 80-100 bucks and they are well built beautiful knives. I love my 7 and will keep it till i die. just pick the one you think looks the best

[@fresca4008]

On bladehq you have to have an account on their to view the actual price

[@arevirnomar]

whats the other bali mate

[@SnwBrdFrvr]

It's interesting how the prices actually went through the roof instead of lowering. The 62 is 300 now and the 51 is 234. Just ordered a 51. Hope I like It

[@imprint5238]

It's been a few months, so how do you like the 51?

[@TheRealConflictedGaming]

I wanted one but 234$ is just out of control and unless they go back to the 160 range I won't ever pick one up. And the 62 is a joke... 300$ for a sandwich stainless steel knife.

[@VinEllis]

TheRealCxixmx The 62 is very good actually. Pretty much all modern balisongs like the Tachyon, and Alpha Beast are sandwich stainless balisongs, and are even more expensive.

[@CalviNNation]

thought so!

[@koomo801]

Gpknives had it for about $180 (email them for the price). I also got a 62 T for fun (and its safe for my little boys to play with) and the 62T flips better!

[@Ro7ard]

Where did you get your 62?

[@HollowPsyche]

The spacers in the 62 actually look a little shorter than in the 51. Not much, but a tiny bit. One thing about the 51's balance though, it can be a little weird, but especially if you keep the clip of there, the bite handle actually swings around very nicely, which helps with the feel of the weight and balance when you flip it. That's my opinion at least. Nice review on the 62 though! I always enjoy your reviews. Very thourough.

[@GabbarSeTakkar]

Thanks man!

[@spezz01]

Yay, got my 62 today. First impression, it fealt heavier than my Polished SS Kimura and i prefer flipping my kimura, it cant compare to the BM 51 witch like you said kill this knife in all aspect for flipping. I'll continue to flip this thing and maybee its gona unlock and my opinion will change. But, unlike my Bm 51 and my Polished ss kimura, i wasnt amazed when i first flipped it.

[@CalviNNation]

I think benchmade thought they could get a way with people buying it soley because it looks like the 42, which is a little lame. Like I said earlier, they really need to focus on making their own new designs. I am really glad they didn't bring back the 42 though. We need to move past this whole 42 craze.

[@Callofdutyfan220]

Love they model 47

[@1InfinityShade]

I like everything about the 62 that i hear but the fact it is a T latch and over 5.5 oz

[@alonehobo]

How much is 47 right now?

[@DecemDierum]

I thought you had gold plated blades from the thumbnail. XD

[@macwilson1044]

+BPBSniper Same! XD

[@26FOLLEY]

how much is that Benchmade 62 ?

[@thetwocrazyboys12]

exactly even though ive never handled one but i would rather stick to my bradly kimura

[@CalviNNation]

nice, thats strange you got a first production this late.

[@91jeanbat]

OOOOOOOOO so beautiful

[@CalviNNation]

Thats not a terrible Idea. I don't know why more companies don't use aluminum. Its cheap and light and strong for its weight.

[@thuylinh265v6]

Sharp?

[@welurkintheforeststhefores8100]

illegal to own or illegal to carry?

[@Nobody000-6]

Where are you getting your knives for that low of a price?

[@pepavasata6790]

In the past

[@InfoBlue72]

good ol X4CTO intro :3

[@AdorableRabbit]

"Nub" I love that!

[@Exmachinagamma]

...interesting it says first production 273 of 300...just noticed that