RARE Benchmade 690 BT-BLK Prototype Knife Allen Elishewitz BT2 Coated Blade MINT For Sale

Ultra-Rare Vintage Benchmade 690 BT-BLK Factory PrototypeThis is an absolute holy grail for Benchmade and tactical knife collectors: an authentic, early-2000s Benchmade Model 690 BT-BLK Prototype, designed by custom knifemaker Allen Elishewitz. Before launching full production of this legendary gentleman’s tactical folder, Benchmade produced a strictly limited pre-production batch. This piece comes with its original factory sleeve displaying the hand-written and printed "PROTOTYPE" and "690 BT-BLK" labeling, alongside the vintage TAC (Technically Advanced Cutlery) factory branding. This rare pre-production variant features a blacked-out aesthetic, straying from the standard production look to perfectly match its tactical black blade. Solid G10 Tactical Handle: Constructed from a single, continuous piece of heavily textured black G10 composite. The precision-machined fiberglass matrix offers a secure, high-traction grip that perfectly complements the blackout aesthetic.Tactical Blade: Features the premium 154CM blade steel protected by Benchmade’s classic BT2 black Teflon-based coating. Blade-etched and factory-sleeve matched from January 2003.Included Benchmade 690 BT-BLK Prototype Knife, Original Silver Benchmade Presentation Box Original Outer Factory Box Sleeve with Prototype Labeling. Please review all photos closely for exact cosmetic condition. The blade coating remains beautifully intact with excellent centering and crisp factory markings. The handle scales and carbon fiber bolsters show beautifully. The action is incredibly smooth, snapping open with zero play.