Dacian | Blue Denim Micarta
The Benchmade Dacian 203-04 is a compact fixed blade designed for everyday carry and light field use, combining modern steel with a refined, low-profile form factor. Built around CPM MagnaCut stainless steel, it delivers corrosion resistance, edge retention, and toughness in a lightweight platform suited for daily tasks.
The spear-point blade offers balanced performance for slicing and controlled tip work, while the canvas Micarta handle provides consistent grip in wet or dry conditions. Paired with a brown leather sheath and deep-carry clip, the Dacian is built for discreet carry without sacrificing capability.
• Benchmade LifeSharp Service Factory sharpening, cleaning, oiling, and adjustments for the life of the knife
"A prudent person foresees danger ahead and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - Proverbs 27:12"
CPM MagnaCut Steel
Provides corrosion resistance with balanced toughness and edge retention for daily use
Compact Fixed Blade Profile
7.57-inch overall length keeps the knife lightweight and easy to carry
Spear-Point Blade Geometry
Symmetrical tip supports controlled piercing and precision work
Micarta Handle Construction
Layered canvas Micarta provides grip consistency and durability in varied conditions
Leather Sheath Carry System
Includes brown leather sheath with deep-carry clip for secure, low-profile carry
The numbers, flat and honest.
| Blade Length | 3.54 in (8.99 cm) |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 7.57 in (19.23 cm) |
| Blade Thickness | 0.12 in (3.05 mm) |
| Weight | 3.37 oz (95.54 g) |
| Steel | CPM MagnaCut (60–62 HRC) |
| Blade Style | Spear-point |
| Finish | Stonewash polish |
| Handle | Blue denim canvas Micarta |
| Sheath | Brown leather with deep-carry clip |
| Handle Thickness | 0.39 in (9.91 mm) |
| Sheath Weight | 0.94 oz (26.65 g) |
| Blade Steel | CPM MagnaCut (60–62 HRC) |
| Blade Finish | Stonewash polish |
| Blade Color | Satin |
| Handle Material | Canvas Micarta |
| Handle Color | Blue Denim |
| Mechanism | Fixed blade |
| Ambidextrous | Yes |
| Lanyard Hole | Yes |
| Origin | USA |
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From a California machinist's frustration with butterfly knives in 1979 to Oregon City's 144,000-sq-ft factory.
Benchmade was founded by Les de Asis — a California machinist fed up with poorly built butterfly knives in 1979. The company started as Bali-Song, became Pacific Cutlery, and settled on Benchmade in 1988. In 1996 production moved to a 35,000-sq-ft facility in Oregon City, Oregon, since expanded to 144,000 sq ft. Benchmade builds precision-machined knives and rescue tools with a substantial cut of revenue going to military and law enforcement. Les de Asis stayed actively involved until his death in 2020; the company is now run by his family.
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- Renamed Benchmade in 1988
- Headquartered in Oregon City, Oregon since 1996
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