Aug 20, 2018 #25 Be the first to write a review! Editorial Director Sean McCoy is a life-long outdoorsman who grew up hunting and fishing central Wisconsin forests and lakes. Fantastic product. If you’re the kind of backpack hunter who shaves ounces by hacking off your toothbrush handle or wearing the same pair of underwear for a week, Benchmade’s new Altitude knife is what you’re looking for. On Sale. Designed for backcountry adventure; for the hunter who counts every ounce. Learn: About Us Policies Reviews Blog How To. This model is made from solid, orange coated CPM-S90V stainless steel with ample jimping for secure use. Also it fits in the stealth so snug it’s perfect. Made in USA. You know, spyderco charges about $80 more for their native 5 with carbon fiber and s90v, but i don't think the native has liners where the benchmade 940-1 has partial liners. This model is made from solid, black coated CPM-S90V stainless steel with ample jimping for secure use. With S90V steel and a stripped-down design, the Benchmade Altitude packs a ton of cutting prowess into a superlight package. TWISTED SISAL MERCH - THANKS TO MISHEARDKNIFEREVIEWS: https://teespring.com/twisted-sisal-merch Remember to subscribe for more lunacy - hit the bell etc! Getting back to my KOA elk hunter real quickly; I don't want to discourage anyone from picking up that knife. That said, it actually feels fairly comfortable in my hand. Please don’t tell my wife I have this. And once dull, it’s not easy to resharpen on your own. This is a spendy knife but it is well worth the price. The ultimate lightweight hunting knife features the incredible edge performance for CPM-S90V blade steel and unique carbon fiber micro scales for dexterity and control not typically found in skeletonized knives. Benchmade 273GY-1 Mini Adamas Folding Knife. First, a friend took a medium-size doe. © Copyright 2021 GearJunkie, All Rights Reserved, Save 20% on Spring Staples During the REI Member Moment, Ortlieb Fork-Pack Review: Extra Bikepacking Storage With Peace of Mind, Boulder-Based Bike Shop Hosts 'Cafe Ride' Conversation Series, Review: Olight's 'AirPod-Style' Baton 3 Flashlight Launches With Flash Sale, Atomic Redster S9 Gen S Nordic Ski First Look: Bold Design for Efficient Skating, Patagonia Debuts 100% Recycled Insulation: PrimaLoft P.U.R.E. And because of its S90V steel, it will keep working through multiple big-game animals like deer and elk. Shop Benchmade Altitude Fixed Blade Knife | 15% Off Be The First To Review Benchmade Altitude Fixed Blade Knife + Free Shipping over $49. I've been using good knives but that hasn't been my experience. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. FREE SHIPPING on Over 250,000 Products. It's a great knife, but at the end of last season I decided to start looking at some of the higher end steels. It comes outfitted with unique carbon fiber micro scales that offer a level of dexterity and control not typically found in skeletonized designs. Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2019, Awesome! I have been using my KOA D2 elk hunter for the past ten years. This knife isn't very big and really doesn't have any handle or grip (for lack of a better term) at all. I've heard so many knife reviews about how people have dressed out numerous deer in a single season and their edges were still hair popping sharp. The Benchmade Crooked River (Check Price On Amazon – Over 275 Reviews) The Benchmade Mini Crooked River ( Check Price On Amazon – Over 130 Reviews ) And in this Benchmade Crooked River Vs Mini Crooked River comparison, we’re going to break down the major similarities and differences between these two knives in the following categories… New! Sorry for the long winded back story as to why I purchased this knife. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Great knife bit pricey but the quality you would expect from Benchmade. Live Chat Contact Check Order Status. There are two big reasons for a hunter to shell out big bucks for the Altitude. Over the archery season, I took part in two mule deer kills. Hey, I'm Josh, a passionate bowhunter that has been hunting with my family since I was a small boy, and for the last six years has been eating, sleeping, and breathing the hunting lifestyle. The ultimate lightweight hunting knife features the incredible edge performance for CPM-S90V blade steel and unique carbon fiber micro scales for dexterity and control not typically found in skeletonized knives. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Benchmade - Altitude 15200 Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black Handle at Amazon.com. BENCHMADE ALTITUDE Designed for backcountry adventure; for the hunter who counts every ounce. He processed that deer at home with his own knife, but I did help a fair amount and did some cutting with the Altitude during processing. Its main con is that it’s very expensive and not easy to resharpen (although Benchmade will sharpen it for you for free if you send it back in). The Altitude‘s sheath is very basic, just a small Kydex pocket that holds the blade. We asked five pros how they made it work and what it takes to make a living in the outdoor industry "in real life.". Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question. Features: Blade Edge: Plain; Blade Finish/Color: Orange Quick View. It came extremely sharp! We used the Altitude to gut both deer in the field. However, Benchmade will resharpen it for free, for the life of the blade. It’s not common in broadheads due to cost but it’s an extremely sharp and durable steel. Shop Benchmade Knife Company for a wide selection of high-performance Everyday Carry (EDC), Hunt, Rescue, Tactical, Outdoor, and Survival knives. Benchmade Altitude Fixed Blade Knife (3" Orange) 15200ORG - $199.75 The Benchmade Altitude is an ultra-lightweight fixed blade designed for the hunter who measures every ounce. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It came extremely sharp! Quick View. You may unsubscribe at any time. And while the handle is thin, it’s easy enough to grasp and leverage because the razor edge requires very little pressure for cutting. Using the finest, lightest materials, it does a superb job of cleaning game in the field. Benchmade - Altitude 15200, Drop-Point Blade, Ultra Lightweight Knife,... Benchmade - Altitude 15200, Drop-Point Blade, Ultra Lightweight Knife, with Kydex Sheath, Made in the USA. And even so, it was still very serviceably sharp. The Benchmade Altitude is backcountry minimalism at its finest. The 3.08-inch blade caps a 7.38-inch overall tool to create a perfect cutting implement. It holds an edge better than about anything else on the market — for a significant price of $235. We marveled at its sharpness when he sliced into the first deer. And great for taking care of game. To me, it’s also a great shape and size for meat processing work. The ultimate lightweight hunting knife features the incredible edge performance for CPM-S90V blade steel and unique carbon fiber micro scales for dexterity and control not typically found in … … Top subscription boxes – right to your door. Be the first to write a review! Blade is crafted from the toughest stainless steel available, CPM-S90V, matched to a handle … With a couple of carbon fiber micro-scales on each side, your fingers have a good grip. It wasn’t until we nearly completed about 5 hours of hard cutting work that the knife started to dull slightly. Second, it holds an edge longer than any knife I’ve ever used. Made a great surprise and as always with Benchmade its superior quality! I've become a bit of an edge snob and generally tune up the knives I receive because the edges can generally be improved. All I have to do now is get an elk or two down to test these steels. Sharing in-depth conversations between the world's adventurers, athletes, and outdoorspeople, The GearJunkie Podcast is your inside look into the outdoors industry. Non-Member $200.00. From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. I think it comes down more to economics as opposed to just arbitrary pricing. The jimping on the front and back works well for thumb leverage. And some of these top-selling items are even on sale. I just received my Benchmade altitude knife. Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2020, Used this knife to break down 3 wild pigs this morning. A phenomenal little knife that you can find my personal review on HERE. Cut off feet too and didn’t need to be sharpened. I've become a bit of an edge snob and generally tune up the knives I receive because the edges can generally be improved. For more information on a great sharpener, read our review of the Worksharp Guided Field Sharpener. It’s hard to overrate that S30V steel. It weighs almost nothing, the edge retention is genuinely amazing, it’s actually comfortable to use, and is essentially maintenance free with a cerakote finish + free resharpening. 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Buy BENCHMADE BM15200ORG for $199.75 with free shipping - Benchmade 15200ORG Altitude Fixed 3.08 inch S90V Orange DLC Blade, Carbon Fiber and G10 Scales, First Lite Fusion Camo Boltaron Sheath at … Plus, it comes in under 2 ounces! It would be nice if the sheath fit on a belt or had some other options, but it’s functional and protects the blade just fine. Benchmade is second to none. And I used this knife to do just about all the work on both deer. This week, we dug deep to bring you the bestselling outdoor gear and apparel. Supposedly they both hold their edges very well but I have to try it for myself. Support us! Free shipping on the Benchmade Altitude Knife with Sheath, and other Benchmade Knives Camp Tools for orders over $49. I now have one of their hunters in S30V and this knife in S90V. Benchmade Altitude Knife Review I just recently switched over to a fixed blade knife for my hunting endeavors and landed on the Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. I was already impressed at this point, but things got even better. Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2019. Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2020, Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2018. The Altitude™ continues to take hunting performance to new heights. Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2019. Super impressed and look forward to breaking down a bear with it next. Benchmade’s website lists the Altitude at $235, although you can find it on Amazon and other retailers for around $199. I returned to the house and started skinning, cutting up, and packaging meat. Beyond that, it is a very tried-and-true blade shape. And because I spend my fall above treeline in the Rocky Mountains pursuing elk and deer, I jumped at the opportunity to try out this slick knife. NordicTrack wants to give you $7,500 toward your dream adventure. Will continue to buy benchmade, Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2020. I personally like small knives like this for processing game in the field. Next, I took a good-size eight-point buck. You can still see all customer reviews for the product. I purchased the firstlite edition knife because it is $30 cheaper on Amazon than anywhere else at the moment. Enter the Benchmade Altitude, a specialist knife made from S90V, one of the hardest steels you can buy. He joined GearJunkie after a 10-year stint as a newspaperman in the Caribbean, where he learned sailing and wooden-boat repair. Being the gear nerd that I am though, I am always looking to better my system, especially for backcountry hunting. Outdoor edge sucks. I love it. This is a great knife! Not only are they easier to control, but they also are less likely to cut a buddy who gets their hands in the wrong places while you’re working. Ever wanted the scoop on the hottest gear at Competitive Cyclist? By signing up, you agree to receive emails from GearJunkie and Altra. I won’t dive into why powder steel is so amazing here (see the Benchmade Altitude review for more) but there is a reason it’s a standard in high end knives. This page works best with JavaScript. The Benchmade® Altitude TM Fixed Blade Hunter is what happens when every unnecessary fraction of an ounce is removed…until all that's left is exactly what you need. Enter before February 8th for your chance to win. This is the real deal! It is awesome for skinning. This thing really holds an edge! Benchmade did sharpen the *#@% out of this knife. Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2018. First, it weighs next to nothing at a scant 1.67 ounces. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018. Benchmade Limited Edition Gold Class 319-201 Proper Knife. I will probably give it a stropping just because I'm so OCD about my edges. Would recommend if willing to pay the price. We'll see how The Altitude performs and I'll update this review. But it is expensive. GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Don't get me wrong, my edges aren't totally dulled out, but they certainly aren't as sharp as when I started. It was hair popping sharp right out of the box. It has a couple of attachment points for packs or vests, but I just drop the knife and sheath into my pack. Expensive knife, but top notch quality. You get what you pay for. I have several benchmade pocket knives and I really like them so I decided to try a couple of their hunting knives to see how I like their design/feel and to test the edge holding retention on elk hide. Made in USA. That knife also costs less than half the price of this tiny thing. And if you’re counting grams, lightening loads everywhere possible means eventually stripping ounces and pounds from packs. Benchmade 15200ORG Altitude Knife Review The Benchmade story all began in 1988, when they set out to make the best knives in the world. I cleaned or helped clean two mule deer so far this season. Benchmade Altitude Knife Review . Generally I will need to change knives or touch up my edge about half way through an elk. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Someday I’m daughter will have it and hope she thinks of me when she’s cutting up that big bull she got, Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2019. I just received my Benchmade altitude knife. Why we picked the Benchmade Altitude: It is hard to pass up knives made by Benchmade and this beautiful knife is no exception. The Benchmade Altitude is an ultra-lightweight fixed blade designed for the hunter who measures every ounce. It’s the sharpest, most precise cutting tool I’ve used in the field so far. Overall, I loved this knife. And plenty of people feel like that is … I then gutted my own deer in the field. Benchmade 15200ORG Altitude Rating Required Select Rating 1 star (worst) 2 stars 3 stars (average) 4 stars 5 stars (best) Name It comes with a protective sheath and a limited lifetime warranty. The overall length of the Altitude is 7.38 inches including the blade which is 3.08 inches in length. That said, this edge really doesn't need it. The elk hunter is a fantastic knife that feels amazing in the hand and does perform well. Disabling it will result in some disabled or missing features. Farming, Ranching, Hunting: ‘Not Just a Man’s World’, How to Dress a Duck — and Most Game Birds. So, both spyderco and benchmade seem to have comparable price differences. See all details for Benchmade - Altitude 15200, Drop-Point Blade, Ultra Lightweight Knife,... © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. It comes outfitted with unique carbon fiber micro scales that offer a level of dexterity and control not typically found in skeletonized designs. The reason I purchased this knife is because I'm an elk hunter. This model is made from solid, orange coated CPM-S90V stainless steel with ample jimping for secure use. Benchmade Altitude Review: Best Hunting Knife for the Gram-Counter There are two big reasons for a hunter to shell out big bucks for the Altitude. The ultralight Altitude is about as simple as it gets but it retains the details and craftsmanship needed in a quality hunting knife. Be the first to write a review! Maybe they should consider making it in a modern super steel. My next fixed blade will probably be the Benchmade Altitude. Of cleaning game in the Caribbean, where he learned sailing and wooden-boat.! 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