{"product_id":"lerch-impel-auto-satin-plain-edge-14171","title":"Benchmade Lerch Impel Auto, Satin Plain Edge","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCompact Automatic Knife Built for Daily Carry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade Lerch Impel Auto delivers push-button deployment in a compact package designed for everyday carry. This automatic knife features CPM-S30V steel and 6061-T6 aluminum construction, making it a reliable tool for daily tasks that require quick one-handed blade access.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush Button Automatic:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-handed deployment with reliable spring-loaded mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPM-S30V Steel Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium steel hardened to 58-60 HRC for edge retention and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.98-inch blade in a 3.06-inch closed length for discreet carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop-Point Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versatile blade shape handles cutting tasks with precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6061-T6 aluminum provides strength while keeping weight to 1.39 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip-Down Carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard pocket clip positioned for tip-down carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLerch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-S30V (58-60 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\u003e1.98 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.06 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.03 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.39 ounces\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\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes CPM-S30V steel good for EDC knives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCPM-S30V is a premium stainless steel that holds a sharp edge well while resisting corrosion. At 58-60 HRC hardness, this blade maintains cutting performance through daily use tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the automatic mechanism work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe push button automatic uses a spring-loaded mechanism for one-handed blade deployment. Press the button and the blade locks open securely for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this knife legal to carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAutomatic knife laws vary by state and locality. Check your local and state laws before carrying any automatic knife, as some jurisdictions restrict or prohibit automatic knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the blade thickness on this knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade measures 0.100 inches thick, providing a good balance between cutting performance and strength for everyday tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this knife come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the Lerch Impel Auto does not include a sheath. It features a standard pocket clip for tip-down carry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43773543907427,"sku":"14171","price":157.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7546\/5827\/files\/products-14171.jpg?v=1760232562","url":"https:\/\/tacticaledge.com\/products\/lerch-impel-auto-satin-plain-edge-14171","provider":"tacticaledge.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}