Great video Rob! To answer your question about the chamfer, all of our scales from this point forward have the new rounded edges. This includes griptilian and mini grip scales. We still have some old inventory with the regular chamfer but everything we are machining now has the newer finish applied. It’s the same machining process, we just added the addition step of tumbling our scales in a heavy abrasive afterwards to round off all the sharp edges and corners. We think it makes it more comfortable in the hand and look a little more refined. -Shane
AppliedWeaponsTechLLC Thanks for shedding some light on this detail, Shane. I remember talking with you about those sharp corners when your first Griptilian scales were released. I knows these were much more comfortable, but didn’t know exactly how you got there. By the way, these things are AWESOME! Definitely the best handle I’ve had in hand yet for the Bugout.
Thanks for the tutorial, watched it again right before installing my OD Green set. It is hard anodized, but I have noticed light scratches, even with little use. It's no where near as bad as Ti scales, but it will scratch up (easier than I thought it would). Still, they look really good and are comfortable (but cold in the winter).
I have after market scales on my Bugout, from Putman Scales. They have a very nice selection with a choice of both g10 and micarta scales. GP knives offers them already assembled on the knives. Very happy with mine.
Thanks for the video Rob. I've recently purchased my first Bugout and was kind of disappointed in all the scale flex. These aftermarket scales look like just the ticket. They seam to have the rigidity I'm looking for whilst holding true to the original lightness inteded in the Bugout design.
InnerCityPigeon While I understand the demand for aftermarket scales for the Bugout, I think it’s gotten a bad rap for the flexibility of its handle. It was, after all, designed to be 1.7 ounce pack knife with great cutting capability. It’s not a Medford or an Adamas - wasn’t meant to be. But since it’s blade geometry and handle design made it such a great EDC knife as well, it began to be judged by standards it was never intended to meet. So the aftermarket scale demand has been great. But Benchmade has been paying attention. Have you seen the new jade / blue G10 version?
@@TheApostleP The new natural g10 model coming out is interesting. I normally dont care for natural g10 because it looks like a glow in the dark kids toy that doesn't work anymore but that dye job they did with the ghostly butterfly is pretty cool. I might have to pick up a second Bugout soon.
TheApostleP 100% agree. People make way too big a deal about the Bugout scales. They're lightweight, modern materials on purpose. I have some aftermarket scales on one of my Bugouts, but it can handle 99.9% of most people's EDC needs just fine, right from the factory. Great video as always sir. I may need to give a set of these AWT scales a try. 👍🏻
I bought their honeycomb scales for my Griptillian several years ago, and have never liked them-way too thick. The knife seemed like it was an inch wide! They look good though!
You should give them another shot. They are actually thinner than the original grips reducing the overall thickness of the knife from .650" down to .520" on the full size griptilian and from .515" down to .440" on the mini grip. He's made some modifications it seems. They're awesome now actually.
@@joetexas1546 Seriously. They're great scales, especially the honeycomb. Love BM knives... except for their factory scales. I just prefer a more rigid and heavier knife.
I have these scales in cobalt blue in great condition. Something about the aluminum just didn't do it for me (though the quality is amazing and they look and perform wonderfully) selling for $50. Dm if interested
Redeem themselves from what, lending some metal cutting to a local PD to chop up some guns they couldn’t sell? And that is a conspiratorial political statement on their part? Riiiiiiight.
You think all Democrats are liberals? They’re not. A lot of them support the right to own firearms. Like me. Besides, if you shop at CVS or fly in an airplane or own an iPhone those companies give WAY more money to Democrats. AND republicans. They’re sneaky like that.
Michael Sigman LOL Not one thing on your list have I ever spent my money on Bahahaha. Have a great day spend your money with whoever you want .... I'm gonna stay as FAR RIGHT AS POSSIBLE.
I really like the scales, but just because they feel that my religion (or lack thereof) is their business and want to proselytize me, they're off my list and I'll get handle scales somewhere else. It is VERY unprofessional.
Awwwww….poor baby! As if you can’t merely ignore the paperwork. Maybe go find a safe space with the alphabets. If that’s your feelings, then why are you responding in Apostle P’s videos?!?
@@donrichter3523 I disagree. I'm not going to ignore the paperwork or not respond to ApostleP's video. I gave criticism. Simple as that. 'aww poor baby', same can be said about the theist trying to convert people.
Great video Rob! To answer your question about the chamfer, all of our scales from this point forward have the new rounded edges. This includes griptilian and mini grip scales. We still have some old inventory with the regular chamfer but everything we are machining now has the newer finish applied. It’s the same machining process, we just added the addition step of tumbling our scales in a heavy abrasive afterwards to round off all the sharp edges and corners. We think it makes it more comfortable in the hand and look a little more refined. -Shane
AppliedWeaponsTechLLC Thanks for shedding some light on this detail, Shane. I remember talking with you about those sharp corners when your first Griptilian scales were released. I knows these were much more comfortable, but didn’t know exactly how you got there. By the way, these things are AWESOME! Definitely the best handle I’ve had in hand yet for the Bugout.
Thanks for the tutorial, watched it again right before installing my OD Green set. It is hard anodized, but I have noticed light scratches, even with little use. It's no where near as bad as Ti scales, but it will scratch up (easier than I thought it would). Still, they look really good and are comfortable (but cold in the winter).
I don’t own a Bugout but that package looks great! Love the color choices.
Howard Sheppard they feel very good in the hand. Super light they are.
pill28 Well, I broke down and ordered one (along with some of these scales to match). Thanks Rob!
I have after market scales on my Bugout, from Putman Scales. They have a very nice selection with a choice of both g10 and micarta scales. GP knives offers them already assembled on the knives. Very happy with mine.
That's cool that they sell em pre-installed.
Really nice scales and a great company! I’ve got a couple sets and absolutely love them
Great video sir ! Beautifull scales . Thank you for sharing !
Thanks for the video Rob. I've recently purchased my first Bugout and was kind of disappointed in all the scale flex. These aftermarket scales look like just the ticket. They seam to have the rigidity I'm looking for whilst holding true to the original lightness inteded in the Bugout design.
InnerCityPigeon While I understand the demand for aftermarket scales for the Bugout, I think it’s gotten a bad rap for the flexibility of its handle. It was, after all, designed to be 1.7 ounce pack knife with great cutting capability. It’s not a Medford or an Adamas - wasn’t meant to be. But since it’s blade geometry and handle design made it such a great EDC knife as well, it began to be judged by standards it was never intended to meet. So the aftermarket scale demand has been great. But Benchmade has been paying attention. Have you seen the new jade / blue G10 version?
@@TheApostleP The new natural g10 model coming out is interesting. I normally dont care for natural g10 because it looks like a glow in the dark kids toy that doesn't work anymore but that dye job they did with the ghostly butterfly is pretty cool. I might have to pick up a second Bugout soon.
TheApostleP 100% agree. People make way too big a deal about the Bugout scales. They're lightweight, modern materials on purpose. I have some aftermarket scales on one of my Bugouts, but it can handle 99.9% of most people's EDC needs just fine, right from the factory. Great video as always sir. I may need to give
a set of these AWT scales a try. 👍🏻
Nice!
I like your spiritual message, too.
Is that a Torx screwdriver? What size?
I’ve got a pair of the fde coming to me. Gray blade.. I can’t wait to install them
It looks realy great, i would like to buy this green scales, do you know where they sell this scales still? On AWT sites it's out of stock :(
I sold my bugout through your sales service. I might have kept it if these would have been out...
Does anyone make scales for the pm2 lefty. Lefties never get any love.
I've seen custom scale makers on Etsy.com that do that...bit more expensive but seems to be worth the money.
Yeah.... these are pretty darn sweet man!!!
I'd like to grab a set!
Rob What's the price in these Ano'd Aluminum scales?!?
Larry Marsico $79
@@TheApostleP thanks for a timely response buddy!
Rob, the last FSB video you did was over 6 months ago... what gives?
I bought their honeycomb scales for my Griptillian several years ago, and have never liked them-way too thick. The knife seemed like it was an inch wide!
They look good though!
You should give them another shot. They are actually thinner than the original grips reducing the overall thickness of the knife from .650" down to .520" on the full size griptilian and from .515" down to .440" on the mini grip. He's made some modifications it seems. They're awesome now actually.
Brad Howard -Thanks-I'll give them another look
@@joetexas1546 Seriously. They're great scales, especially the honeycomb. Love BM knives... except for their factory scales. I just prefer a more rigid and heavier knife.
Sure wish the scales had some kind of pattern. The flat slabs are very boring to me.
Check the website I think they have some different ones that you might like
I have these scales in cobalt blue in great condition. Something about the aluminum just didn't do it for me (though the quality is amazing and they look and perform wonderfully) selling for $50. Dm if interested
I'm not sure how to DM here. My instagram is andeeaye or my email is andyadam23@hotmail
Just to address AWT's talking point 1: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_human_evolution_fossils
These are $80 now.
Imagine the piece now
As much as I love the scales and the bugout I just can't support benchmade anymore. Great video!
My thoughts exactly. You sure don't see anyone doing videos showing what Benchmade has been doing to redeem themselves...
Redeem themselves from what, lending some metal cutting to a local PD to chop up some guns they couldn’t sell? And that is a conspiratorial political statement on their part? Riiiiiiight.
Michael Sigman how about all the money that they donated to the liberals? Are you okay with that.... If you are great but I'm not.
You think all Democrats are liberals? They’re not. A lot of them support the right to own firearms. Like me. Besides, if you shop at CVS or fly in an airplane or own an iPhone those companies give WAY more money to Democrats. AND republicans. They’re sneaky like that.
Michael Sigman LOL Not one thing on your list have I ever spent my money on Bahahaha. Have a great day spend your money with whoever you want .... I'm gonna stay as FAR RIGHT AS POSSIBLE.
Shoot my pair ruined my action
I really like the scales, but just because they feel that my religion (or lack thereof) is their business and want to proselytize me, they're off my list and I'll get handle scales somewhere else. It is VERY unprofessional.
Awwwww….poor baby! As if you can’t merely ignore the paperwork. Maybe go find a safe space with the alphabets. If that’s your feelings, then why are you responding in Apostle P’s videos?!?
@@donrichter3523 I disagree. I'm not going to ignore the paperwork or not respond to ApostleP's video. I gave criticism. Simple as that.
'aww poor baby', same can be said about the theist trying to convert people.
Oy-- enough with the Bugout, most overrated knife on the market.