Benchmade Abel x Benchmade Mini Adira Limited Edition Folder Dark Waters Aluminum Handle BM18065-ABEL1

The Benchmade Abel x Benchmade Mini Adira Limited Edition Folder Dark Waters is a premium collaboration built where two worlds meet: precision knife craftsmanship and the rugged pursuit of fly fishing. Limited to only 1,000 pieces worldwide, this exclusive release brings together Benchmade’s trusted outdoor performance with Abel Reels’ legendary attention to detail, creating a collectible folder designed to thrive in demanding environments.

Built for life around water, the Mini Adira features a CPM-MagnaCut stainless steel blade heat treated to 60-62 HRC, delivering an exceptional balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. The drop-point blade design offers outstanding versatility for everyday cutting tasks, outdoor adventures, and wet-weather use, while the satin finish gives the knife a clean, refined appearance that matches its hard-working performance.

The true centerpiece of this limited edition is the custom Abel-machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum handle. Crafted and finished by Abel Reels in Montrose, Colorado, each handle showcases Abel’s signature Dark Waters Lightning anodized pattern. The teal-to-silver fade captures the look of spring storms, shifting skies, and moving water, drawing inspiration from Abel’s Vaya and Rove-series fly fishing reels. The precision-ported aluminum scales keep the knife lightweight while providing a strong, secure grip with a comfortable 0.64-inch handle thickness.

Adding to its exclusive character, the knife features custom blue hardware accents, a reversible deep-carry pocket clip, and a paracord lanyard with nylon bead for added utility and style. The ambidextrous AXIS® lock delivers smooth, reliable one-handed operation and the confidence expected from Benchmade’s proven locking technology.

Measuring 3.21 inches at the blade and 7.46 inches overall, the Mini Adira maintains a lightweight 3.09-ounce profile that makes it easy to carry without sacrificing capability. Whether you’re casting on a remote river, exploring the outdoors, or adding to a serious Benchmade collection, this limited collaboration represents a rare combination of function, craftsmanship, and aquatic-inspired design.

This special release also carries a meaningful purpose beyond performance. A portion of proceeds from every knife sold benefits Project Healing Waters, an organization dedicated to healing America’s Veterans through the therapeutic experience of fly fishing. The Abel x Benchmade Mini Adira isn’t just a tool built for adventure, it’s a celebration of craftsmanship, conservation, and connection to the outdoors.

Available at Smoky Mountain Knife Works, a Tennessee landmark and the world’s largest knife store.