(Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Finish, Handle Material, Materials, Overall Quality, Sheath/Scabbard, Weight
Cons: None
Benchmade Mini AOCP Dagger
I like this knife it is the right size, and style.
Benchmade Mini SOCP Dagger 2.22" Black Double Edge Blade, Black Sheath - 173BK
Part #: BM173BK | Benchmade Knives
Description
BM173BK: 173BK Mini SOCP Dagger - Greg Thompson Design
Benchmade
Taking the best features of its full-sized counterpart, Benchmade has once again teamed up with Greg Thompson to optimize some of the most popular elements of the SOCP platform for concealed carry with the 173BK Mini SOCP. It is the perfect tool for self-defense, allowing the user to maintain dexterity and manipulate other objects without putting down the knife. The specialized sheath design also integrates into gear and webbing while keeping a low profile. Based on feedback from Special Operations personnel, they have updated the design of the sheath with some J-shaped hooks to allow for better retention on MOLLE webbing, pocket seams, and waistbands. It's got the same handle as the full-size SOCP, but with a smaller blade. The overall length of the knife allows for easier concealment while maintaining its effectiveness in a self-defense situation.
Features
- Double-edged dagger blade, black powdercoat
- 440C stainless steel (58-60HRC)
- Black coated, single-piece handle with finger ring
- DLC coated deep carry pocket clip with "J" hook
- MOLLE compatible sheath without the need of malice clips, injection-molded in black with lashing holes
- Included leather pad attaches to sheath for comfortable IWB carry
Specifications
- Blade Length: 2.22" (5.64 cm)
- Handle Length: 4.03" (10.24 cm)
- Overall Length: 6.25" (15.88 cm)
- Blade Material: 440C Stainless Steel
- Blade Thickness: 0.175" (4.45 mm)
- Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
- Blade Style: Double Edge Dagger
- Blade Finish: Black Powdercoat
- Handle Material: 440C Stainless Steel
- Handle Thickness: 0.175" (4.45 mm)
- Sheath Material: Injection Molded Plastic
- Weight: 3.00 oz. (85.05 g)
- Designer: Greg Thompson
- Made in the USA
UPC Code: 610953151911
Related Categories
Benchmade Knives, Benchmade SOCP 176 / 177 / 178 / 179 Daggers Series, 440C Blade Steel, Steel Handle Material, Fixed Blade Knives, Fixed Blade Knives Push Knives, Made in USA, Greg Thompson
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Customer Reviews
Spiritwalker
FLORIDAAug 13, 2026
Eric
,MYApr 07, 2026
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Finish, Handle Material, Materials, Overall Quality, Sheath/Scabbard, Weight
Cons: None
McGee, you sniveling baby
Famtastic knife!!!! That McGee fool has NO IDEA what she is talking about. I can equip this in a blink of an eye. Amazing sheath. Love the double edge. I have a coyote version single edge. Blaee doesn't really hold an edge but THAT IS NOT WHAT IT IS MADE FOR. It is for stabbing not cutting paper.
Will
Mountain SouthAug 30, 2022
Pros: None
Cons: None
Significantly Evolved.
I purchased this product as a "weak side" tool. This knife is vastly different from the original SOCP. The blade I received is shaving razor sharp on both edges. It is slimmer with the grind going to the centerline and the angle is not as steep as pervious models. The grip and overall size is perfect for an average sized person (not for the big fellas, sorry). I think the short blade length in comparison to the handle, actually gives you a lot more leverage and provides a lot of maneuverability. This knife can be used in a reverse grip, a forward or fencing grip, and as a push dagger, with the reverse grip being the most instinctive for the design. Defensive application is its obvious primary function. It has a lightening fast deployment into reverse grip, and naturally flows with a lot of pre-existing empty hand combative techniques. The knife is also designed to compliment a sidearm, and remain in the hand when the side arm is deployed, allowing for improved retention of both. It is highly unique and has a lot of benefits even compared to earlier versions of the SOCP design. It is important to remember this is a very specialized tool, and not a general purpose or bushcraft kind of knife. The sheath is a perfect pairing with the blade, the clip has significantly improved with two hooks to retain position on its mounting platform, and a tab that allows for easy of removal or adjustment at the very end of the clip. It comes with a leather pad that makes waistband carry bearable and protects you from knurled pommel. Things I don't like: I'm not a fan of 440C. I don't like the somewhat triangular hole directly below the blade, though it does provide grip.
