The Benchmade 3551 Mini Stimulus is a tactical automatic knife with CPM 154 stainless steel blade , discreet trigger button and solid anodized aluminium sheath .Tool steelThe knife is 76 mm long , 154 cm hard steel with a blade hardened to 58-61 HRC . The 154CM is a high carbon stainless steel, enriched with molybdenum, and can therefore be described as an improved version of 440C.The American 154CM steel is valued for its corrosion and wear resistance (high toughness), long life maintenance and relatively easy sharpening .Dagger blade The 76 mm long blade is finished with a satin coating (polishing). The dull blade is easier to clean and does not reflect light. Thanks to the use of a strong point and a flat cut, the knife will be perfect as a business tool or as a standard EDC folder.The thickness of the blade at its widest point is 2.2 mm, which is a compromise between the durability and functionality of the knife for everyday work.Instant disassemblyThe main advantage of the automatic knife is the convenient and quick disassembly system. In contrast to models with an auxiliary blade, the automatic knife only requires the push of a button to open the blade, which is responsible for releasing the lock and activating the internal spring.To fold the blade, the button must be pushed again and the knife manually retracted. This functionality makes the "automatics" very popular among soldiers, uniformed personnel and EDC enthusiasts.The release button is embedded in a milled cut-out so it does not protrude above the handle. The knife has an additional lock to prevent accidental pressing of the trigger button and folding of the blade. The second safety mechanism slide is located on the back of the handle.Use extra care and caution when using the automatic knife.Comfortable handleThe ergonomic sheath of the knife is made of 6061-T6 anodised flying aluminium, which forms a monolithic whole with the rear spacer. Thanks to the precise 3D machining, the handle has an attractive design and a good grip, ensured by the deep cutters and the ergonomic shape.The black anodised coating resists fading, scratching and wear, guaranteeing the knife an attractive appearance for a long time.The knife can be carried discreetly in the pocket thanks to the standard clip that can be moved upwards.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSSheet informationBlade informationBlade profile Spear PointSteel hardness [HRC] 58-60Blade lock type Push button AutoKnife type foldingOpening type buttonSteel type stainless steel - 154 cm Additional informationHull material metal - 154 cm AluminiumCorrosion resistance highDull resistance Sheath hasApplication (normal use) tacticalDimensionsTotal length [mm] 180Blade length [mm] 75Blade thickness [mm] 2Weight [g] 77WarrantyGuarantee period Lifetime manufacturer warranty