{"product_id":"benchmade-afo-ii","title":"Benchmade AFO II","description":"\u003cmeta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Benchmade AFO II\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Product information and maintenance guide for the Benchmade AFO II automatic tactical knife.\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/fern-lotus-xs55.here.now\/\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:type\" content=\"website\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eAFO II\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Barlow+Condensed:wght@400;600;700;800\u0026family=Barlow:wght@300;400;500;600\u0026display=swap');\n:root { --black: #0a0a0a; --white: #ffffff; --mid: #f5f5f5; --border: #e8e8e8; --muted: #999; --body: #222; }\n* { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n.spur-wrap { font-family: 'Barlow', sans-serif; background: var(--white); color: var(--black); max-width: 1100px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 16px; }\n.tab-radio { display: none; }\n.tab-nav { display: flex; gap: 2px; margin-bottom: 20px; flex-wrap: nowrap; justify-content: flex-start; align-items: center; }\n.tab-nav label { font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; padding: 9px 12px; background: var(--mid); color: var(--body); border: 1px solid var(--border); cursor: pointer; transition: all 0.15s; border-radius: 2px; display: inline-block; user-select: none; white-space: nowrap; margin: 0; }\n.tab-nav label:hover { color: var(--black); border-color: #aaa; }\n.tab-panels .tab-panel { display: none; }\n#tab-desc:checked ~ .tab-nav label[for=\"tab-desc\"],\n#tab-key:checked ~ .tab-nav label[for=\"tab-key\"],\n#tab-specs:checked ~ .tab-nav label[for=\"tab-specs\"],\n#tab-care:checked ~ .tab-nav label[for=\"tab-care\"] { background: var(--black); color: var(--white); border-color: var(--black); }\n#tab-desc:checked ~ .tab-panels .desc-panel { display: block; }\n#tab-key:checked ~ .tab-panels .key-panel { display: block; }\n#tab-specs:checked ~ .tab-panels .specs-panel { display: block; }\n#tab-care:checked ~ .tab-panels .care-panel { display: block; }\n.spur-panel p { font-size: 14px; font-weight: 300; line-height: 1.7; color: var(--body); margin-bottom: 16px; }\n.desc-intro { font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.65; color: var(--body); margin-bottom: 28px; padding-bottom: 24px; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); }\n.key-section { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); padding: 16px 0; }\n.key-section:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n.key-title { font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 6px; }\n.key-desc { font-size: 14px; font-weight: 300; color: var(--body); line-height: 1.5; }\n.spec-row { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 200px 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); }\n.spec-key { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.05em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--muted); padding: 12px 16px 12px 0; }\n.spec-val { font-size: 14px; font-weight: 300; color: var(--body); padding: 12px 0; line-height: 1.5; }\n.spec-category { font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; margin: 24px 0 8px 0; color: var(--muted); }\n.spec-category:first-child { margin-top: 0; }\n@media (max-width: 600px) { .spec-row { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } .spec-key { padding-bottom: 2px; } .spec-val { padding-top: 0; padding-bottom: 12px; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spur-wrap\"\u003e\n\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"spur-tabs\" id=\"tab-desc\" class=\"tab-radio\" checked\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"spur-tabs\" id=\"tab-key\" class=\"tab-radio\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"spur-tabs\" id=\"tab-specs\" class=\"tab-radio\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"spur-tabs\" id=\"tab-care\" class=\"tab-radio\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-nav\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"tab-desc\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/label\u003e\u003clabel for=\"tab-key\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/label\u003e\u003clabel for=\"tab-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/label\u003e\u003clabel for=\"tab-care\"\u003eCare\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panels\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION PANEL --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel desc-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"desc-intro\"\u003eThe AFO II carries on the legacy of the AFO — Benchmade's first automatic platform ever, refined over years of service into the proven push-button auto used in all branches of the Armed Forces. The push-button mechanism deploys the blade with a deliberate, decisive action and the integrated safety prevents accidental deployment — the kind of one-handed reliability that military, law enforcement, and tactical professionals depend on. Built on a substantial aluminum chassis with a robust 3.59\" drop-point blade, the AFO II is sized for serious use without crossing into oversized territory — substantial enough for demanding work, compact enough for daily carry in a tactical rotation. At 5.8 ounces with a substantial 0.6\" handle profile, it carries a meaningful presence that communicates purpose. The MOLLE-compatible nylon sheath attaches to packs, plate carriers, and belts for accessible carry in the field. Made in Benchmade's Oregon City facility and backed by the LifeSharp lifetime service program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- KEY FEATURES PANEL --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel key-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003ePush-Button Automatic Mechanism\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eBenchmade's proven push-button automatic deployment — delivers the blade with a deliberate, decisive action. The signature mechanism of the AFO platform, refined over years of military and tactical service.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eIntegrated Safety\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eBuilt-in safety mechanism prevents accidental deployment — the deliberate two-step action required for firing protects against unintended opening during carry. The kind of safety-conscious design that defines tactical automatics.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eDrop-Point Blade\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e3.59\" drop-point profile balances tip control and belly for tactical and utility cutting tasks. Robust 0.124\" blade thickness built for serious use without being oversized for daily carry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eAluminum Handle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eMachined aluminum chassis provides the substantial in-hand feel and durability of metal construction. At 0.6\" handle thickness, the AFO II delivers a confident grip for tactical and work use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eMOLLE-Compatible Sheath\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eNylon sheath with MOLLE-compatible attachment for packs, plate carriers, belts, and gear. The carry solution designed for the operational environments where the AFO II is most often deployed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eMilitary \u0026amp; Tactical Provenance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eA proven tool used in all branches of the Armed Forces — the design language of the AFO platform has been refined through years of military and law enforcement service. The original AFO was Benchmade's first automatic platform ever; the AFO II carries that legacy forward.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eManufactured at Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon facility. American-made quality with rigorous tolerances and tight QC — meeting the standards military and law enforcement users demand.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eLifeSharp Lifetime Service\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eBenchmade's LifeSharp program covers free lifetime sharpening, cleaning, oiling, and re-calibration. Send or visit any Benchmade dealer — your knife comes back factory-spec, for life.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS PANEL --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel specs-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-category\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eOpen Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e8.53\" (21.67 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eClosed Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e4.95\" (12.57 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e5.8 oz (164.43 g)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eLock Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003ePush-button automatic with integrated safety\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eOpening\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003ePush-button automatic deployment\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"spec-category\"\u003eBlade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e3.59\" (9.12 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e0.124\" (3.15 mm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eDrop-point\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"spec-category\"\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Carry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eHandle Thickness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e0.6\" (15.24 mm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePocket Clip\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eStandard 3-hole, reversible\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eNylon with MOLLE-compatible attachment\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CARE PANEL --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel care-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eCleaning\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eWipe the blade and handle with a soft, dry cloth after each use. For deeper cleaning, use mild soap and water, then dry thoroughly — especially the automatic mechanism internals, pivot area, and safety interface. Keep the push-button area free of debris that could affect mechanism function.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eAutomatic Mechanism Lubrication\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eApply a small drop of light machine oil or knife-specific lubricant (such as Benchmade's BlueLube) to the automatic mechanism internals every few months — or after cleaning. More frequent lubrication helps maintain consistent deployment speed and reliable firing action over the life of the knife. Cycle the mechanism several times after lubrication to distribute the oil.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eSharpening\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe AFO II is covered by Benchmade's LifeSharp program: free lifetime professional sharpening, cleaning, oiling, and re-calibration. Send or visit any authorized Benchmade dealer. For home maintenance, use quality diamond or ceramic stones at the manufacturer's recommended angle; the drop-point blade sharpens easily with standard guided systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eSafety Check\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003ePeriodically verify that the integrated safety mechanism is functioning properly — the safety should prevent the blade from deploying unless deliberately disengaged. If the safety ever fails to engage or release properly, send the knife in for service before relying on it for carry or use. The safety is what separates a tactical automatic from a dangerous tool.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eSheath Care\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe nylon sheath with MOLLE-compatible attachment is low-maintenance by design. Wipe it down with a damp cloth as needed and inspect the MOLLE webbing and attachment points periodically for wear. Keep the retention mechanism clean so the knife seats and releases consistently.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eLegal Considerations\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eAutomatic knives are subject to varying federal, state, and local laws. Federal law restricts interstate shipment of automatic knives except for specific categories (military, law enforcement, etc.). State and local laws vary widely — verify your local regulations before purchase or carry. Customers are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable laws in their jurisdiction.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ 6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum \/ 154cm Stainless Steel (58-61HRC)","offer_id":53215750717760,"sku":"9051SBK","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/7487\/5549\/files\/9051SBK_a9c843fc-5ecb-41f2-8065-8e868a74659e.jpg?v=1790280607","url":"https:\/\/spokex.com\/products\/benchmade-afo-ii","provider":"SX Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}