Benchmade Dacian 203 Stonewashed CPM MagnaCut, Blue Denim Micarta fixed knife

The Benchmade Dacian 203 Stonewashed CPM MagnaCut, Blue Denim Micarta is the ideal knife for the everyday user who prefers a fixed blade over pocket knife. Thanks to its compact size it is perfect for a wide range of tasks, including outdoor activities and EDC use. The blade is made from super strong, corrosion-resistant CPM MagnaCut steel with a spearpoint blade shape and a high grind for maximum cutting capabilities. The sturdy handle is enhanced with finger grooves to ensure a good grip in various positions. The 203 Dacian comes with a durable plastic sheath and a strong clip, allowing you to attach the knife securely to your belt, pocket or waistband.




The blade of the Benchmade Dacian 203 Stonewashed CPM MagnaCut, Blue Denim Micarta fixed knife measures 9.2 cm in length and 3 mm in thickness. The total length is 19.2 cm.



Blade made of CPM Magnacut steel
The blade of this Benchmade Blue Class, Dacian is made of CPM Magnacut steel, possibly the most revolutionary steel of the 21st century. MagnaCut offers an unrivalled balance between sharpness retention, toughness, corrosion resistance and ease of sharpening. Since the release of CPM MagnaCut in 2021, it has become one of the most popular steels in the world of knives. The MagnaCut blade of this pocket knife measures 9.2 cm in length.

History of CPM Magnacut
This type of steel was developed by Dr Larrin Thomas, a metallurgist who has dedicated his career to improving knife steel. He is the son of Devin Thomas, a famous damascus smith who supplied Chris Reeve Knives with steel for many years. Dr Larrin Thomas works in the automotive industry but is passionate about knife steels. He thought it should be possible to do better, and together with Crucible Industries came up with CPM MagnaCut. Read more about MagnaCut here.



The ‘stonewash’ process was chosen for the finish of this blade. The stonewash process involves the blade being placed inside a drum with ceramic stones, or media, and then vibrated or tumbled for several hours. The result is a finish that looks precisely polished or roughened depending on the version. The advantage of stonewashing, however, is that signs of use are much less noticeable. That makes it a popular choice for knives that see a lot of use.



Micarta handle
The handle of the Benchmade Dacian 203 Stonewashed CPM MagnaCut, Blue Denim Micarta fixed knife is made of micarta. This is a composite material made of fabric and synthetic resin. If you look closely, you can see a subtle texture on the surface, sometimes it looks almost like wood. This material is strong and stable, and it’s very grippy.



About Benchmade
Benchmade was founded in 1987 by Les de Asis in California. It began as a small company producing butterfly knives. With a strong commitment to innovation and quality, Benchmade quickly grew and moved to Oregon, where it expanded its production capacity. A signature feature of Benchmade is the Axis lock, which is also used by other brands today.



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