{"product_id":"afo-ii-tanto-black-plain-edge-21662","title":"Benchmade AFO II Tanto Black Plain Edge","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePush-Button Automatic Built for Military Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade AFO II Tanto delivers instant blade deployment when seconds matter. This push-button automatic knife features a tanto blade optimized for tactical applications and piercing tasks. Built on Benchmade's proven AFO platform, it has earned its place across all branches of the Armed Forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush-Button Automatic Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instant one-handed deployment with reliable spring mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e154CM Steel Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium stainless steel hardened to 58-61 HRC for edge retention and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTanto Point Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinforced tip geometry for piercing and tactical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMOLLE Compatible Clip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malice clip system integrates with plate carriers and tactical gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6061-T6 Aluminum Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight yet durable construction with coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Carry Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard clip and MOLLE compatibility for versatile carry positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e154CM (58-61 HRC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.56 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.80 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6061-T6 Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePush Button Automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this knife legal to carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAutomatic knives have varying legal restrictions by state and locality. Check your local and state laws before purchasing or carrying this knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the tanto blade design tactical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tanto point features a reinforced tip with flat grind geometry that excels at piercing tasks and provides maximum tip strength for tactical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the MOLLE compatibility work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe included Malice clip system allows direct attachment to MOLLE webbing on plate carriers, chest rigs, and tactical gear without additional hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of maintenance does 154CM steel require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e154CM is a premium stainless steel that resists corrosion well. Regular cleaning and occasional sharpening will maintain performance. The steel takes a very sharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the AFO II includes a Cordura sheath for secure carry and protection when not clipped to gear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43773884760163,"sku":"21662","price":233.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7546\/5827\/files\/21662.jpg?v=1760239354","url":"https:\/\/tacticaledge.com\/products\/afo-ii-tanto-black-plain-edge-21662","provider":"tacticaledge.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}