Product Description
The Benchmade SOCP Dagger Combo (176BKSN-COMBO) packages the serrated 176BKSN live blade with a profile-matched red training blade in a complete close-quarters defensive and training platform. Designed by Greg Thompson for the Special Operations Combatives Program (SOCP), this combo allows law enforcement, military, and security personnel to practice deployment, grip transitions, and force-on-force drills before carrying live steel on duty.
440C Stainless Steel is a high-chromium stainless steel engineered for high corrosion resistance, impact toughness, and easy field maintenance. Hardened to 58–60 HRC, the 3.22" live dagger blade features a fully serrated double-edge profile with a non-reflective black coating to bite aggressively into fibrous materials, webbing, and cordage, while the blunted red trainer matches its balance and profile exactly.
- Live Blade: 3.22" 440C Stainless Steel double-edge dagger with Serrated edge, Flat grind, Black finish, 0.140" thick.
- Training Blade: Blunted red 440C trainer, profile- and weight-matched to the live blade for realistic force-on-force training.
- Handle: Full-tang skeletonized steel with integrated finger loop for positive retention and rapid draw; 4.03" handle length, 2.12 oz.
- Sheath & Carry: Desert Sand MOLLE-compatible polymer sheath included; 6.46" overall open length.
Ideal for: law enforcement officers, military personnel, security professionals, combatives instructors, and tactical operators needing a complete duty-and-training fixed dagger system.
The Benchmade SOCP Dagger Combo in 440C Black Serrated with Red Trainer (176BKSN-COMBO) ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana. Knifeworks is an authorized Benchmade dealer.
Benchmade SOCP Dagger Combo: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the Benchmade SOCP Dagger Combo (176BKSN-COMBO).
What is included in the Benchmade 176BKSN-COMBO package?+
The package includes a black fully serrated 440C live dagger blade, a matching red blunted training blade, and a Desert Sand MOLLE-compatible polymer sheath that fits either blade.
How does the tactical finger ring function?+
The finger ring indexes the finger for consistent retention and quick draw from the sheath. It allows operators to maintain secure control of the knife during weapon transitions, hand-to-hand grappling, or multitasking without dropping the blade.
Why use a training blade for force-on-force drills?+
The red training blade matches the live blade's dimensions, weight, and sheath retention exactly. This allows law enforcement and military personnel to build muscle memory and practice deployment under stress without live-steel risk.
Where is the Benchmade 176BKSN-COMBO made, and what warranty covers it?+
The Benchmade SOCP Dagger Combo is proudly made in Oregon City, Oregon, USA. Benchmade backs the knife with a Limited Lifetime Warranty and free LifeSharp lifetime tuning and sharpening service. Knifeworks does not warranty this product independently.
440C STAINLESS · SERRATED DAGGER · RED TRAINER
The USA-Made Close-Quarters Dagger & Trainer Combo
A 2.12 oz tactical combo set featuring a 3.22" 440C black serrated live blade, red trainer blade, and Desert Sand MOLLE sheath. Questions? Our team carries these knives daily. We ship same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.
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Warranty Information
Benchmade Warranty: Benchmade warrants that its genuine products are free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, rust, accidents, misuse, improper maintenance, or alterations. Benchmade offers free lifetime LifeSharp services for sharpening and inspection. Contact Benchmade directly for warranty and LifeSharp support. Knifeworks does not warranty this product independently.Specifications
| Product Type | Fixed Blade | |
| Brand | Benchmade | |
| Product Name | SOCP Dagger Combo | |
| Model # | 176BKSN-COMBO | |
| Overall Length | 6.46 in | |
| Blade Length | 3.22 in | |
| Handle Length | 4.03 in | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.140 in | |
| Handle Thickness | 0.175 in | |
| Blade Material | 440C | |
| Blade Hardness (HRC) | 58-60 | |
| Blade Style | Dagger | Trainer | |
| Blade Edge | Serrated (Double Edge) | |
| Blade Grind | Flat | |
| Blade Finish | Black | Red | |
| Handle Material | Polymer | |
| Handle Finish | Black | Red | |
| Sheath Material | Polymer | |
| Sheath Color | Black | |
| Weight | 2.12 oz | |
| Origin | USA | |
| Designer | Greg Thompson | |
| Blade Range | 3-3.49 |