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BENCHMADE 177SN MINI SOCP – TAN CERAKOTE 440C SPEAR POINT BLADE – TAN SKELETONIZED HANDLE – FIXED BLADE – MADE IN THE USA
Low-Profile Security, Tactical Readiness
Born in the line of duty and optimized for the daily grind, the Benchmade 177SN Mini SOCP (Special Operations Combat Program) delivers peace of mind in a slim, concealable platform. Designed by Greg Thompson, this single-edged dagger is crafted from 440C stainless steel with a durable Tan Cerakote finish for enhanced corrosion resistance and a low visual signature. The skeletonized handle features the iconic SOCP finger loop, ensuring rapid deployment and a secure transition between the knife and other tasks. Whether attached to a boot, belt, or kit, the Mini SOCP is a dependable, high-speed backup tool designed for personal personal safety and tactical utility in any environment.
Product Dimensions
- Blade Length: 2.22" (5.64 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.175" (4.445 mm)
- Overall Length: 6.25" (15.88 cm)
- Handle Length: 4.03" (10.24 cm)
- Weight: 3.00 oz (85.05 g); 3.92 oz (With sheath)
Features
- Blade Material: 440C Stainless Steel (58-60 HRC) for a durable, easy-to-maintain edge and high impact toughness
- Blade Finish: Tan Cerakote for a non-reflective, protective coating that excels in arid or tactical environments
- Blade Style: Spear Point (Single Edge) designed for precision piercing and versatile utility
- Handle Construction: Skeletonized 440C Stainless Steel for a ultra-slim, low-drag profile that minimizes bulk
- Finger Loop: Integrated ring at the base of the handle for lightning-fast deployment and a "failsafe" grip
- Sheath: Tan Injection Molded Plastic sheath featuring a high-retention clip and lanyard hole for multiple carry configurations
- Carry Options: Optimized for IWB (Inside the Waistband), boot carry, or traditional belt mounting
- Ergonomics: Designed for a secure grip that allows the user to maintain manual dexterity while holding the knife
- Intended Use: Personal safety, tactical backup, and professional law enforcement/military applications
- Class: Benchmade Black Class
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Brand: Benchmade Knives
Customer Reviews
The original full-sized SOCP dagger is the only pocketable fixed-blade that I've found to be almost as discreet and covenient to carry as a modern folding knife with a pocket clip. The Mini SOCP, then, is even better than the full-sized SOCP in that regard. In fact, the sheathed Mini SOCP is narrower in the pocket than many full-sized folders, and is only slightly longer than a closed, mid-sized folder. The knife's smaller size does come at the cost of a rather short 4 cm cutting edge, but that is an unavoidable trade-off one must accept to get a fixed-blade this compact. The Mini SOCP's handle is also surprisingly ergonomic, despite its stick-like appearance—it isn't ideal for extended cutting tasks, of course, but it is adequate for basic utility cutting and the application the original SOCP dagger was purpose-designed for. Speaking of the original SOCP dagger, the Mini SOCP pretty much has the same dimensions as that knife apart from the shorter blade, so any skills one may have gained from practice and sparring with the full-sized SOCP Trainer are transferrable to the smaller platform. Another thing I like about the Mini SOCP is that it comes with a square leather patch that can be fastened to the rear of the top of the sheath. This makes IWB carry of the Mini SOCP more comfortable since you won't have the textured finger ring digging into your side or your belly when bending at the waist. It can also help with manually indexing the location of the sheath's hole, making for faster and safer one-handed resheathing. I do wish this tan variant of the Mini SOCP was available in a double-edged option, but that's a somewhat minor gripe given everything else I like about the knife.
Hi ZD, thank you for sharing such a detailed and positive review! We're delighted to hear you appreciate the compact design and thoughtful features of the Mini SOCP. Your insights on usability and carry comfort are truly valuable. We hope you continue to enjoy your knife and look forward to serving you again!