Designed with purpose and built to last, the Mini Adira Abel / DeYoung sets a high bar for durability and performance matched only by our promise that it will be yours, for life.

The handle of the Benchmade x Abel Mini Adira was machined and finished by Abel in their Montrose, Colorado facility. Abels artisans carefully replicated artist Derek DeYoungs original Brown Flank oil paintings by first anodizing the handle scales and then hand-painting the colorful pattern. The handles, lanyard beads, and backspacers were then passed onto Benchmade, matched with the deep-etched, polished, and DLC-coated Damasteel blades, and assembled in the Benchmade factory.

Proper care and regular maintenance help make your Benchmade knife yours, for life. Here are some tips for keeping your Benchmade in peak condition:

Prevent Rust: All steels, regardless of grade or price, can eventually rust. To avoid corrosion, always keep your knife clean, dry, and lightly lubricated. If rust or spotting appears, a quality semi-chrome metal polish can usually restore the finish.

Hand-Wash Only: Always hand-wash your knife with warm water and mild dish soap, then dry thoroughly.

Use as Intended: Benchmade knives are precision cutting tools. Do not use your knife as a pry-bar, screwdriver, chisel, or punchunless specifically designed for those functions.

Sharpen with Care: If sharpening at home, avoid grinding wheels and high-speed machinery, as they can damage the blade. Use appropriate hand-sharpening methods for best results.

Tighten Hardware: Over time, handle, pivot, and pocket clip screws may loosen. Use T6 and T10 Torx drivers for adjustments and apply a small amount of releasable thread-locker to maintain secure fittings.