Lights Out, Dialed In

The Benchmade Lowden™ 491BK-02 takes a sleek, modern EDC platform and pushes it fully into “lights out” territory. Blacked-out from blade to handle, this version keeps things clean, compact, and purpose-driven, while subtle Burnt Copper hardware accents add just enough contrast to keep it from feeling flat.

This is a knife built for people who want premium steel, smooth action, and everyday practicality without excess size or weight.

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Compact Size, Serious Steel

At the heart of the Lowden is a 2.79″ spear-point blade made from CPM S90V, a stainless super steel known for exceptional edge retention and wear resistance. This is the kind of steel you choose when you don’t want to sharpen often and expect your knife to stay cutting long after others start to fade.

The black blade finish keeps reflections down and pairs perfectly with the black G10 handle scales, giving the knife a unified, understated look that works equally well in office carry or off-duty use.

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Smooth, Modern Benchmade Action

The Lowden features Benchmade’s AXIS Lock flipper system riding on bearings, delivering fast, glassy-smooth deployment with rock-solid lockup. The AXIS Lock also keeps the knife fully ambidextrous, making it easy to use left- or right-handed without compromise.

Despite its refined feel, this knife is extremely lightweight at just 2.55 oz, making it an easy all-day carry that disappears in the pocket until you need it.

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Why the Lowden 491BK-02 Stands Out

• CPM S90V Blade Steel, excellent edge retention and long-term durability

• Black Spear-Point Blade, compact, precise, and versatile

• AXIS Lock Flipper on Bearings, smooth, fast, and ambidextrous

• Black G10 Handle Scales, lightweight with a secure grip

• Burnt Copper Hardware Accents, subtle contrast with premium feel

• Slim, Lightweight Profile, ideal for everyday carry

• Made in the USA, backed by Benchmade quality and service

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Specifications

• Brand: Benchmade

• Model: Lowden™ 491BK-02

• Blade Length: 2.79″

• Closed Length: 4.05″

• Open Length: 6.81″

• Blade Thickness: 0.09″

• Blade Steel: CPM S90V (59–61 HRC)

• Blade Finish: Black

• Blade Style: Spear-Point

• Handle Material: G10

• Handle Color: Black

• Lock Type: AXIS Lock Flipper

• Pocket Clip: Standard carry, tip-down

• Weight: 2.55 oz

• Lanyard Hole: No

• Country of Origin: USA

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LifeSharp & Long-Term Value

Like all Benchmade knives, the Lowden is supported by Benchmade’s LifeSharp service. That means free sharpening, cleaning, and tune-ups for the life of the knife. It’s part of what makes investing in American-made knives like this worthwhile, knowing the manufacturer stands behind it long after the purchase.

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Why You’ll Want It

The Lowden 491BK-02 is proof that small doesn’t mean compromised. With premium S90V steel, smooth AXIS Lock action, and a lightweight, blacked-out design, this knife delivers real performance in a refined, everyday-friendly package. Supporting knives like this helps keep high-quality manufacturing alive here at home, and the Lowden is absolutely worth backing.