Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 – 6" CPM-154 Trailing Point Kitchen Knife
The Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 is the kitchen-focused version of Benchmade's acclaimed hybrid knife, built for clean, effortless cuts when portioning, deboning, and trimming your favorite cuts of meat, and just as capable processing game in the field. Its upswept 6" CPM-154 trailing point blade with SelectEdge delivers exceptional push-cut performance, and the engineered blade flex adds control for deboning and filleting. This premium variant features a stonewash blade, a maple valley Richlite handle, and a black G10 bolster with a gold accent ring. Benchmade builds the Meatcrafter 4050-02 in Oregon City, Oregon, and Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer.
Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
Benchmade |
| Model |
Meatcrafter |
| SKU |
4050-02 |
| Blade Length |
6" |
| Blade Steel |
CPM-154 |
| Blade Finish |
Stonewash, SelectEdge |
| Blade Style |
Trailing Point |
| Handle Material |
Maple Valley Richlite, Black G10 Bolster |
| Knife Type |
Kitchen Knife (Hybrid Fixed Blade) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 used for?
The Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 is a kitchen and butcher knife for portioning, deboning, trimming, and slicing meat, and it also handles game processing in the field. Its long trailing-point blade and engineered flex make clean push cuts effortless.
Is the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 a good kitchen knife?
Yes. With a fine SelectEdge, corrosion-resistant CPM-154 steel, and a premium Richlite handle, the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 is an excellent slicing and butcher-style kitchen knife for home cooks and meat enthusiasts.
What steel is used in the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02?
The Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 uses CPM-154 stainless steel with a stonewash finish, balancing corrosion resistance, toughness, and a keen, easily maintained edge for kitchen use.
How do you care for the Richlite handle on the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02?
Hand wash and dry the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 rather than using a dishwasher. Richlite is durable and water resistant, but over time it develops a natural patina that may lighten or darken with exposure.
Where is the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 made?
The Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 is made in the USA at Benchmade's facility in Oregon City, Oregon, and is covered by Benchmade LifeSharp lifetime service.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02?
The Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 is available at Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer, with fast shipping and expert support.
