{"product_id":"benchmade-h-k-14452sbk-tanto-pika-folding-knife","title":"Benchmade H\u0026K 14452SBK Tanto Pika – 3.50″ Black 9Cr13 Modified Tanto Combo Edge, Lockback Folding Knife","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika Folding Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika takes the full size Pika platform and swaps in a 3.50 inch black coated 9Cr13 modified tanto blade with a combo edge, opened by an ambidextrous thumb disk rather than the thumb hole used elsewhere in the family. An all-weather grip pattern and high clip placement make it a discreet, hard-use tactical folding knife. This model has been discontinued and is no longer in production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.50 inch black coated 9Cr13 stainless modified tanto blade at 58-60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombo edge for both clean slicing and sawing through tough material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbidextrous thumb disk opener, right and left hand friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-weather grip pattern on an ergonomic handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh clip placement for discreet carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLockback mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 3.50\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.115\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Material: 9Cr13 Stainless Steel, black coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Hardness: 58-60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Style: Modified Tanto, combo edge, ambidextrous thumb disk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.450\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock Mechanism: Lockback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 8.30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed Length: 4.80\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.86 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePocket Clip: Black, movable, tip down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheath: Sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a modified tanto blade good for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA modified tanto puts a thick, reinforced point behind a second forward grind, which makes the tip far more resistant to breaking than a fine clip or drop point. On the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika (SKU BCM-HK14452SBK) that means confident piercing through webbing, cardboard, sheet material and other tough targets, at the cost of some finesse on slicing and food prep tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow is the Tanto Pika different from the standard Pika II?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo things. The Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika (SKU BCM-HK14452SBK) uses a modified tanto blade opened by an ambidextrous thumb disk, while the 14402SBK Pika II uses a clip point with a thumb hole. Dimensions are near identical at 3.50 inches of blade and about 8.3 inches overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a combo edge and how do I sharpen it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA combo edge runs plain toward the tip and serrated toward the handle, so you get clean slicing plus real sawing ability on rope and webbing. Sharpen the plain section on any stone or guided system, but the serrations on the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika (SKU BCM-HK14452SBK) need a tapered round rod that fits inside each scallop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs 9Cr13 a good blade steel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a solid value-tier stainless, roughly comparable to 440A or AUS-8, and at 58-60 HRC on the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika (SKU BCM-HK14452SBK) it sharpens quickly and shrugs off moisture. Being stainless, it needs no oiling routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs a 3.50 inch blade legal to carry?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on your jurisdiction. Plenty of US states and cities set carry limits at 3, 3.5 or 4 inches, and some treat tanto or tactical patterns differently again. The Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika (SKU BCM-HK14452SBK) measures 3.50 inches, so confirm your local knife laws before carrying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere was it made, and is Going Gear an authorized dealer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenchmade builds its own knives in Oregon City, Oregon, but the Heckler \u0026amp; Koch program was a separate licensed line listed as Import. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer, so the Benchmade H\u0026amp;K 14452SBK Tanto Pika (SKU BCM-HK14452SBK) is genuine factory product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53038872363328,"sku":"BCM-HK14452SBK","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_e7e601f2-b967-4f3a-a779-8e1d4a6f8a45.jpg?v=1787157410","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-h-k-14452sbk-tanto-pika-folding-knife","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}