Benchmade CLA
The CLA (Composite Lite Auto) is a lightweight push-button automatic. Benchmade says it was its first automatic with G-10 handle scales.
It has a 3.4" drop point blade, usually in 154CM, and weighs about 3.5 oz. It is made in Oregon City, Oregon.
Benchmade CLA Specs
| Model number | 4300 |
|---|---|
| Blade length | 3.4 in |
| Overall length | 7.85 in |
| Weight | 3.47 oz |
| Blade steel | 154CM; CPM MagnaCut on some versions |
| Handle | G-10 |
| Lock / mechanism | Push-button automatic with safety |
| Made in | Oregon City, Oregon, USA |
Lengths and weights are for the most common version we stock. Handle material, steel and weight vary by version, so check each product listing.
Benchmade CLA FAQ
What does CLA stand for?
Composite Lite Auto.
Does the CLA have a safety?
Yes. It is a push-button automatic with an integrated safety.
How heavy is it?
About 3.5 oz.
Also see: Claymore, Osborne, Phaeton, or all Benchmade knives.