Benchmade Mini SOCP Dagger 2.22" Black Double Edge Blade, Black Sheath - 173BK

Benchmade Mini SOCP Dagger 2.22 inch Black Double Edge Blade, Black Sheath

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Description

BM173BK: 173BK Mini SOCP Dagger - Greg Thompson Design

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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

Steel Handles Stainless Steel knife handles provide strength and durability and look and feel great.

Product Steel Type Badge: 440C Stainless Steel

440C Stainless Steel High end stainless steel with a high resistance to corrosion and will sharpen to a razor edge.

Product Country of Origin Badge: Made in USA

Made in USA This product is USA born and raised.

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Eric
,MY

Apr 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 South

Aug 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.

Ronbow
USA

Aug 13, 2022

Pros: None

Cons: None

Awesome and unique

I am writing this review just to balance out the one-star review by another person. He must not understand the use-case it was designed for. I have the longer version of this knife, and it's amazing.The grip is perfect, like nothing else in the market. - It is ambidextrous, because you don't know which hand will be available when you're fighting for your life. - It is equally comfortable facing down, with your pointer finger in the ring, or facing up, with your pinky in the ring. - It is super thin so that after you get some distance from your assailant you can draw your firearm without first dropping the knife. - it feels very sturdy, despite its thinness.- The point is sharp and very stabby.- It is designed to be worn on your molle rig as a last ditch repellant.No other carambit or fixed blade fits this niche as well as the SOPC.

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