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Benchmade SOCP Dagger 176BKSN 3.22" 440C Black Double Edge Fixed Blade Knife with Desert Sand Sheath - 176BKSN

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176BKSN
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610953138837
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Benchmade 176BKSN SOCP Skeletonized Tactical Dagger - 3.22" 440C Black Coated Double-Edge Blade - Desert Sand Sheath (176BKSN)

Product Description

In high-intensity close-quarters defense or tactical combat applications, speed of deployment and tool transition fluidness represent the absolute baseline of survival. Traditional folding or heavy fixed-blade combat knives pose a significant operational liability: retrieving them typically forces an operator to break or completely abandon their firearm grip, causing critical processing delays during hand-to-hand space transitions. The Benchmade 176BKSN SOCP Dagger flawlessly eliminates these vulnerabilities. Designed by Greg Thompson—the creator of the Special Operations Combatives Program (SOCP)—specifically for elite military and law enforcement units operating in desert or arid theaters, this specialized tactical fixed blade mounts flat behind uniform gear layouts to yield a zero-profile, near-invisible footprint until action is required.

Proudly manufactured in Oregon City, Oregon, the structural architecture of the 176BKSN SOCP relies on a solid single-piece skeletonized framework machined from resilient 440C high-carbon stainless steel. Long celebrated by armory curators for its robust matrix of impact toughness, ease of maintenance, and dependable resistance to field flex, this high-grade alloy is ideal for dedicated defensive implements. The 3.22-inch dagger blade features a symmetric, razor-sharp double edge (D/E) and is cloaked in a low-profile, non-reflective black finish to lower visual printing. This capable steel is securely paired with a specialized molded injection sheath finished in Desert Sand (Tan), allowing the unit to blend seamlessly with standard desert camouflage grids, plate carriers, or active-duty multi-cam combat rigs.

Functionally, the SOCP Dagger operates as a highly responsive, zero-fail extension of your existing weapon system. The defining engineering asset of the skeletonized handle is its integrated finger ring situated at the pommel base. This enables the operator to instantly draw the knife out of its slim sheath with a single finger, while seamlessly keeping their primary hand completely wrapped around a firearm grip or flashlight. The handle perimeter is detailed with aggressive, directional traction jimping grooves to guarantee an unshakeable, slip-resistant purchase in wet palms or heavy tactical gloves. Complete with a specialized, low-profile sand molded sheath equipped with a heavy-duty steel pocket clip, this combative system mounts effortlessly into standard MOLLE webbing grids or flat behind uniform mag pouches.

*Tactical Bench Notes & Defensive Deployment Guidance:*
The SOCP Dagger is engineered as a zero-tolerance combatives weapon system, meaning proper tactical configuration ensures maximum operational speed. When weaving the slim sand molded injection sheath into your body armor or standard duty rig, utilize the heavy-duty steel pocket clip to lock the sheath securely down, ensuring it never lifts away from the web grid during high-velocity draws. While the premium 440C stainless steel and its protective black coating yield outstanding atmospheric rust defense, periodically wipe down the inner channels of the sheath with a clean cloth to remove fine jobsite grit or desert dust that could scratch the protective finish.

Key Features

  • **Official SOCP Combatives Pedigree:** Masterfully engineered by combatives legend Greg Thompson specifically to streamline hand-to-hand transition speed for specialized military teams.
  • **Premium 440C Skeletonized Steel:** Formed from a single ultra-rigid piece of high-carbon stainless steel to ensure immense structural impact toughness and resistance to lateral weapon torque.
  • **Desert Theater Styling:** Paired with an injection-molded Desert Sand sheath that integrates perfectly into standard Coyote, Tan, or Multi-Cam tactical gear grids.
  • **Stealth Black Coating:** The tool features a highly durable, non-reflective black finish that lowers tactical glare, blends into dark gear, and adds extra defense against moisture.
  • **Integrated Finger Retention Ring:** Large pommel ring facilitates instant index-finger deployment and enables safe firearm operation while maintaining complete weapon control.
  • **MOLLE-Compatible Injection Sheath:** Supplied with an ultra-thin sand injection-milled sheath that integrates a heavy-duty clip to mount flat behind uniform kit plates without crowding space.

Product Specifications

  • Brand: Benchmade Knife Company
  • Line: Black Class Tactical Line
  • Model: SOCP Dagger Desert Sand
  • MPN: 176BKSN
  • UPC: 610953138813
  • Designer: Greg Thompson (Special Operations Combatives Program)
  • Country of Origin: USA (Oregon City, Oregon)
  • Blade Length: 3.22 Inches (81.8 mm)
  • Handle Length: 4.03 Inches (102.4 mm)
  • Overall Length: 7.25 Inches (184.2 mm)
  • Blade Thickness: 0.175 Inches (4.45 mm)
  • Handle Thickness: 0.175 Inches (4.45 mm)
  • Blade Material: 440C High-Carbon Stainless Steel
  • Blade Hardness: 58-60 HRC
  • Blade Style: Symmetric Double-Edge Dagger
  • Blade Finish: Black Coated
  • Edge Type: Dual Plain Edges
  • Handle Architecture: Single-Piece Skeletonized Steel Frame
  • Retention Asset: Pommel Finger Loop Ring with Textured Top Jimping
  • Sheath Included: Low-Profile Molded Injection Sheath with Steel Clip
  • Sheath Color: Desert Sand (SN / Tan)
  • Weight (Knife Only): 2.20 oz (62.4 g)
  • Weight (Sheath Only): 1.04 oz (29.5 g)