We’ve received a shipment of 3550BK Mel Pardue Automatics (Black Blade, Plain Edge). These are typically not available from Benchmade and were a special order based on customer demand
The 3550 features a 2.9″ 154CM stainless steel spear point blade and is available in plain or combo edge. The handle is 6061-T6 aluminum and is nicely contoured so that it seems even thinner than it’s actual .375 thickness making it the perfect knife for unobtrusive undercover use. It’s light weight and black stainless steel pocket clip also allow it to be clipped nearly anywhere you need it for maximum access as a back up
Our initial shipment of this knife was 20 pieces; depending on customer reception we may or may not keep this as a regular stocking item.
More information here:
http://www.1sks.com/store/benchmade-3550bk-auto-mel-pardue-black.html