Benchmade - 4300BK-02 CLA auto folding knife

The Benchmade 4300BK CLA is a lightweight automatic knife featuring a blade made of modern MagnaCut powder steel, a convenient deployment button, and liners made of durable G10 laminate.

American tool steel
The knife has an 86 mm long blade, made of CPM MagnaCut supersteel produced with powder technology. The main difference between CPM MagnaCut steel and other stainless steels is the amount of chromium. The elimination of chromium carbides from the steel's composition has resulted in a fine microstructure, making CPM MagnaCut much easier to sharpen compared to steels with similar wear resistance.

CPM MagnaCut combines the strength of CPM-4V, the corrosion resistance of CPM-20CV, the retention of CPM-CruWear/ CPM-4V, and an impressive hardness of up to 64 HRC, making it now considered one of the best steels in the world for use in factory-made knives.

Utility head

The blade with a usable drop point profile is coated with a layer of chemical protection coating, which protects against minor scratches and emphasizes the tactical nature of the knife. The knife has a gently marked blade belly and a strong hilt. A head with this profile is an excellent choice for those looking for a knife with very good cutting properties and a durable tip. Transverse cutters have been made on the back of the ridge, allowing for stable finger support when planing or precision cutting. The thickness of the blade at its widest point is 2.9 mm, which is a compromise between durability and functionality of the knife in everyday work.

Instant unfolding

The main advantage of the automatic knife, is a convenient and fast unfolding system. Unlike models with an assisted head, in an automatic knife, unfolding the blade only requires pressing a button, which is responsible for releasing the lock and activating the powerful spring. Folding the blade requires pushing the button again and manually retracting the blade. Such functionality makes the "automatics" very popular among soldiers, uniformed service personnel and EDC enthusiasts. The enlarged release button is embedded in a milled cutout, so it does not protrude above the handle. When using an automatic knife, it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and prudence.

Reliable lock

The push button mechanism, characteristic of many Benchmade automatics, is responsible for the safety of operation, characterized by extraordinary comfort and ease of use.

Comfortable grip

Benchmade 4300BK-02 CLA has contoured brown G10 plastic facings. The glass-epoxy laminate used is characterized by light weight, high mechanical strength, resistance to water, temperature change, and the action of many acids and solvents. The contoured shape, combined with the finger undercut and the rough textured plastic, provide a stable grip and comfort in use. There is a hole in the back of the handle for attaching a rope or decorative braided paracord. Discreet carrying of the knife in the pocket is made possible by the standard clip with the possibility of attaching on two sides of the facings.

Technical data:

• Drop point blade profile
• Hardness of steel [HRC] 63-65
• Push Button Auto blade lock type
• Folding knife type
• Opening type button
• CPM MagnaCut steel type
• The carrying clip is
• Cladding material composite - G10
• Corrosion resistance high
• Resistance to dulling good
• Type of grinding flat
• Application (purpose) EDC, tactical
• Total length [mm] 199
• Blade length [mm] 86
• Length after folding [mm] 113
• Blade thickness [mm] 2.9
• Weight [g] 99
• Warranty period Lifetime manufacturer's warranty
• Manufacturer Benchmade, USA
• Supplier Symbol 4300BK-02