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BenchMark Knife Tac 1 First Production Run 1994 is a discontinued military/survival fixed-blade knife designed by Blackie Collins, known for its unique locking sheath mechanism and collectible value.
BenchMark Knife ~ Tac 1 ~ First Production Run 1994 ~ Vintage
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BenchMark Knife ~ Tac 1 ~ First Production Run 1994 ~ Vintage
Features and Specifications
- Design and Maker: The knife was designed by Blackie Collins. It was produced when BenchMark Knives was owned by Jenkins Metal Corp., after Gerber had sold the company back to them in 1991.
- Blade Details: It features a double-edged and double-serrated dagger or spear point blade.
- Dimensions:Materials: The blade material is listed simply as "Other" in some merchant descriptions, while the handles are made of molded Zytel, a full-hidden-tang construction.
- Blade Length: 5 inches.
- Overall Length: 10.25 inches.
- Weight: 5.9 ounces.
- Sheath: A key feature is the original locking sheath that came with the knife.
Collectible Value and Rarity
- Production History: BenchMark Knives had a complex ownership history involving Gerber Legendary Blades and Jenkins Metal Corp., which adds to the collectability and occasional confusion over branding.
- Rarity: The 1994 first production run models are considered very rare and are popular among collectors.
- Never used, carried or sharpened
- Original box & papers
- Condition is mint
