Reviews and Ratings for Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handles - 4300-1

Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handlesrated 5 stars out of 5 (5 reviews)
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Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4 inch Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handles

 

Price: $300.00

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Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Igor
Scottsdale, AZ
Feb 19, 2018
Pros: Weight, Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Pocket Clip, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None

Excellent knife!!!

Extremely handy, great mechanics, beautiful looks, my favorite EDC knife
Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Rob
Round Rock, Tx
Jul 01, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None

Excellent Auto – Lightweight, Textured, and Built to Carry

The Benchmade 4300-1 CLA has quickly become one of my favorite automatic knives. What really stands out to me is the G10 handle texture—it’s smooth enough to slide in and out of the pocket, but still offers great grip and control in hand. Benchmade nailed the balance here. The action is fast, snappy, and dependable. The blade came razor sharp, and the overall weight makes it easy to carry all day without bulk. Whether I’m wearing jeans or hiking gear, it fits right into my EDC rotation. This knife is sleek, tough, and comfortable—and one of the best autos Benchmade offers. Highly recommended if you want a clean, low-profile automatic with premium feel and performance.
Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Alex
10861 Zimmerman
Jun 26, 2016
Pros: Weight
Cons: Handle Feel, Lock Ease of Use

Good

Awesome nife
Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Marcus
Texas
Jan 23, 2016
Pros: Weight, Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Pocket Clip, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None

discretion is the better part of valor

my new everyday carry. It's easy on the hip pocket, easy to deploy for cutting chores, impressive opening speed and wicked sharp out of the box. a nice discreet little package.
Benchmade CLA AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" Stonewash 154CM Plain Blade, Green and Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Lime
Central USA
Nov 22, 2017
Pros: Weight, Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None

CLA 4300-1

This is my new EDC. It is sharp, lite and functions perfectly. I've carried a Spyderco Delica for years and always liked the one hand opening it has. I was hesitant to buy the Auto Benchmade because I thought it would be too big and heavy for EDC. I got a chance to handle one at a gun shop and that sold me.
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