Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams: Close to Perfect

Published on July 23, 2008
Duration: 10:01

This review of the Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams highlights its strengths as a large tactical folding knife, particularly for high-threat scenarios. The analysis covers its deployment, lock mechanism, blade geometry, and ergonomics, while also noting limitations like glove use and weight for EDC. The speaker, with high authority, assesses its value for specific users.

Quick Summary

The Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams is a large tactical folder with a 3.9-inch blade (154CM or D2 steel) and a reliable Axis lock. Weighing 4.8 oz, it's considered suitable for high-threat environments, though potentially heavy for standard EDC. Its manual thumb stud deployment is fast and dependable.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams
  2. 00:35Philosophy of Application: Defensive Tool
  3. 01:51Limitations: Gloves and Dexterity
  4. 02:51Weight Considerations for EDC
  5. 05:30Deployment and Axis Lock Reliability
  6. 06:31Blade Geometry and Steel Types
  7. 08:03Handle Ergonomics and G10 Scales
  8. 09:45Conclusion and Value Proposition

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams?

The Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams features a 3.9-inch blade, available in 154CM or D2 steel, with an Axis lock mechanism. It has G10 scales and weighs 4.8 oz, making it a substantial tactical folder.

Is the Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams suitable for everyday carry (EDC)?

While a capable tactical folder, its 4.8 oz weight may exceed the preference for some EDC users who limit their carry to around 4 oz. However, its features justify the weight for specific high-risk applications.

What are the advantages of the Axis lock on the Benchmade 710?

The Axis lock is praised for its speed and reliability in deployment and locking. The reviewer prefers its performance over automatic knives for tactical applications.

What steel types are used in the Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams?

The reviewer's version uses 154CM steel. Newer production models of the Benchmade 710 McHenry Williams have transitioned to using D2 steel, known for its wear resistance.

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