Benchmade CLA

The Benchmade CLA is an automatic folding EDC knife featuring MagnaCut steel with a DLC Battlewash finish, G10 handle scales, button lock mechanism, and a deep carry pocket clip, making it a well-balanced, practical, and durable tool for everyday and tactical use.

Last updated12 July 2026

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Weight98.44 g (3.47 oz)

PriceUS$400

Blade steelMagnaCut

Lock typeButton lock

Technical Specs

Specifications

CategoryFolding Knife

Blade length86.36 mm (3.40 in)

Overall length199.39 mm (7.85 in)

Closed length113.03 mm (4.45 in)

Blade thicknessUnknown

Handle materialG-10 Laminate

FinishDLC Battlewash

Opening methodAutomatic push-button

Clip typeDeep Carry

Carry Profile

Best for

▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use▣Workhorse EDC

Field Signals

Common praise

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Excellent balance between size and weight

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High-quality MagnaCut steel blade

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Durable G10 handle scales

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Reliable automatic push-button opening mechanism

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Common complaints

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Button lock can be initially sticky

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Lack of blade lock indicator

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