Benchmade Meatcrafter – 6.14″ CPM-154 Blade, Maple Valley Richlite Handle – 4050-02

The Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02 is a specialized hybrid fixed blade engineered for professional meat processing, field dressing, and boning tasks. Designed in collaboration with Cuisine Solutions, this full-tang butcher folder bridges the gap between field harvest processing and kitchen culinary performance, featuring a 6.14″ CPM-154 trailing point blade paired with an ergonomic Maple Valley Richlite handle.

CPM-154 Stainless Steel is Crucible’s powder metallurgy version of classic 154CM steel. Developed to achieve a uniform carbide distribution, CPM-154 provides a fine edge geometry, exceptional slicing edge retention, and strong corrosion resistance against blood, fats, and organic acids, while remaining straightforward to touch up on ceramic rods or strops.

• Blade: 6.14″ CPM-154 trailing point with Plain edge, Flat grind, Polished Stonewashed finish, 0.160″ thick.
• Handle: Maple Valley Richlite composite scales over full-tang CPM-154 steel; Stainless steel hardware; 5.13 oz.
• Deployment + Lock: Fixed blade knife; No locking mechanism.
• Carry: Molded gray Boltaron belt sheath included; 10.70″ overall length.

Ideal for: hunters processing big game in camp, professional butchers, outdoor chefs, and culinary enthusiasts needing a high-performance processing fixed blade.

Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about the Benchmade Meatcrafter Maple Valley Richlite (4050-02).

What steel is used in the Benchmade Meatcrafter 4050-02?

The 4050-02 uses CPM-154 powder metallurgy stainless steel, heat-treated to 58–61 HRC. CPM-154 offers uniform carbide distribution for fine edge holding, toughness, and strong corrosion resistance during meat processing.

What is Maple Valley Richlite material?

Richlite is a dense paper-composite laminate bound with phenolic resin. The Maple Valley finish gives it a warm wood-like aesthetic while remaining non-porous, highly moisture-resistant, and easy to sanitize after processing game or meat.

What sheath is included with the Meatcrafter 4050-02?

The Meatcrafter 4050-02 includes a gray Boltaron belt sheath designed for secure snap-fit retention and easy washing after field use.

Where is the Benchmade 4050-02 made, and what warranty covers it?

The Benchmade Meatcrafter 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.

CPM-154 STEEL · MAPLE VALLEY RICHLITE · BOLTARON SHEATH

The USA-Made Processing Fixed Blade

A 5.13 oz fixed blade featuring a 6.14″ CPM-154 trailing point blade, Maple Valley Richlite handle, and Boltaron sheath.

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