Benchmade 4050-02 Meatcrafter Knife: Maple Valley Richlite, Trailing Point

For clean, effortless cuts, the 4050-02 Meatcrafter® is your go-to knife for precision processing in the field and portioning, deboning, and trimming your favorite cuts in the kitchen. Thanks to our proprietary SelectEdge® technology, the upswept 6” trailing point blade delivers exceptional push-cut performance, while its engineered blade flex allows for greater control while deboning or filleting. The 4050-02 Meatcrafter® variant features a CPM-154 blade with a stonewash finish, a maple valley Richlite handle, and a black G10 bolster accented with a gold ring. Over time, Richlite®, a paper composite material, will develop a natural patina over time, altering the original color of the material. "Patina” is a natural occurrence in the product that can either darken or lighten depending on exposure to light.

• MEET THE MEATCRAFTER
  Designed with purpose and built to last, the Meatcrafter® sets a high bar for durability and performance matched only by our promise that it will be yours, for life.

• HOW IT'S MADE
  Laser-cut from sheets of high-grade steel, every Benchmade blade is ground, beveled, and finished with uncompromising precision. We mill and machine handles in-house to the most exacting specifications, and every knife is hand-assembled and sharpened by highly trained technicians bringing to bear over thirty years of manufacturing excellence in our state-of-the-art factory in Oregon City, Oregon.
  
  
• USE & CARE
  Proper care and regular maintenance help make your Benchmade knife yours, for life. Here are some tips for keeping your Benchmade in peak condition:
  
  • All steel, regardless of price and grade, can eventually rust, so it’s important to keep your knife dry and lubricated. If spotting or rust occurs, semi-chrome metal polish will often take care of it.
  • Dishwashers can cause serious damage that is not covered under our warranty, so make sure to hand-wash your Benchmade under warm water with dish soap only, and dry thoroughly.
  • Remember, knives are cutting tools, and you should never use your knife as a pry-bar, screwdriver, chisel, or punch, unless the knife is designed explicitly for those purposes.
  • If you choose to sharpen your blade yourself, avoid grinding wheels and other high-powered machinery.
  • Handle, pivot, and pocket clip screws may require occasional adjustment using T6 & T10 Torx drivers. We recommend applying a small dab of releasable thread-locker as needed.