just got a new 913 sbk d2 noticed that the blade isn't centered when closed does that mean there's a issue any advice or suggestions or is this normal?

As long as its not rubbing the liners , its ok.

its slightly touching one side is that a issue? it still deploys fine any available adjustments? thx new to the forum but have been around knifes forever

If you don't like it, send it back, I'm sure they will take care of whatever issue you have. Their customer service is renowned.

ill keep an eye on it if it worsens ill send it in just don't want to be without my edc you know

There are tricks to set the blade straight, but if it's hitting the liners that's more than you want to just watch, that's become a problem. If you can return it to the store you bought it from that's one alternative. For Benchmade's service, here's their number: 800-800-7427, ask for Customer Service.

If you do send your knives up to get fixed, they recommend UPS over USPS for better tracking, and just mail the knife carefully wrapped. Leave the box, bag and paperwork home.

awesome ill do just that thnx!!! ill give customer service a call and set it up to send it in

Here's a helpful link if you decide to send it in to be serviced. Good luck.

Warranty

thnx guys I guess my mini grip will see use until I get my stryker back does any one know if this is common for the blade to be off centered on theses?

It's been a few years since I've handled a Stryker. As I recall, the one I had was A/O with a liner lock...is that right?

I would recommend too that you send it back in, but one thing that would be interesting to know is if you depress the liner lock with the blade extended, will the blade wobble side-to-side? If so, the misalignment when closed might just be from the pivot screw having worked its way loose. Like I say, I'm just working from memory and it has been a while.