| Knife Name | Benchmade Dacian |
| Blade Length | 3.5″ |
| Blade Steel | CPM MagnaCut |
| Handle Materials | Micarta |
| Lock Type | Fixed blade |
| MSRP | $320.00 |
If you’ve ever considered the pros and cons of replacing the trusty folder in your EDC with a fixed-blade knife, the Benchmade Dacian could be the one that tips the scales. With a near-perfect fusion of sleek design and rugged functionality, the Dacian’s standout feature is its 3.54” spear-point blade forged from CPM MagnaCut steel, a high-end super steel prized for its outstanding edge retention and corrosion resistance. The blade shape and belly give it piercing and slicing prowess alike, and a nearly full spine of jimping offers unparalleled precision and control for detailed cuts.
Coated in a striking blue titanium Cerakote finish for the 203BT-01 model, the blade isn’t just durable; it’s also a looker. The brown canvas Micarta handle of the 203BT-01 variant and the blue denim Micarta on the slightly more affordable 203 offer a lightweight yet robust grip with a textured finish that only gets better with use. Paired with a slim polymer sheath featuring secure retention and a versatile belt clip, the Dacian is built for seamless carry. Compact, capable, and undeniably cool, it’s a knife that works as hard as it looks good.
