Benchmade Dacian - Grips + Kydex Upgrade

[StonerCNC]

Been knocking out some new products the past couple weeks. Last week I did the SpyderCo Mule Team and showed the basics of the build.

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Thread 'SpyderCo Mule Team Grips'

Sep 10, 2025

Been working on some grips and kydex for the Mule Team. I wanted something a little different than what's out there.

So I CMM'd a few blades and reverse engineered them. Thankfully SpyderCo has plenty of holes to use for different attachment methods.

In my case I like using 1/4 standoffs and 8-32 screws so that's what I'll do. The big holes are a little over 3/8" in diameter so the 1/4" hardware can be shifted to the center of the grip for a cleaner look. While the big hole locates the grips.

Right now I just have a 3D model and a 3D print both of which look pretty good. The 3D...

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The Benchmade Dacian was the next project on my list since the stock grips and kydex are simply OK.

Both the Benchmade Dacian and SpyderCo Mule team are targeting the same 3.5" EDC crowd. Which makes my life easy. The kydex wont be interchangeable but allows me to use some of the same design elements and even some tooling.

So instead of spending 3-4 days on design and professional tooling. I spent 3-4 hours on the CNC programming and will have 6 hours in the tooling.

Attached are some CAD renderings showing the concepts and the first piece samples. Everything needs a little adjusting. If I can get mounting hardware fast enough these will be ready at the end of the week.

If anyone has suggestions (colors, texture, ect) or feedback let me know.

 

[StonerCNC]

If I can get mounting hardware fast enough these will be ready at the end of the week.

If anyone has suggestions (colors, texture, ect) or feedback let me know.

Mounting hardware is here.... Grips will come with both stainless and black hardware. I made an executive decision on the colors.... what you see is what you get, lol

If someone would like grips + kydex..... call in to the shop during business hours. It'll take a little bit of time to take professional photos and update the website.

I'll also do a YouTube review in the very near future.

 

[.577NE]

Mounting hardware is here.... Grips will come with both stainless and black hardware. I made an executive decision on the colors.... what you see is what you get, lol

If someone would like grips + kydex..... call in to the shop during business hours. It'll take a little bit of time to take professional photos and update the website.

I'll also do a YouTube review in the very near future.

Hello S StonerCNC , I like the idea of an orange handle on the Dacian very much and have a couple of questions.

Are they G10?

Are they as shiny in real life, and possibly a tad "slippery" in hand?

Thank you.

 

[StonerCNC]

Hello S StonerCNC , I like the idea of an orange handle on the Dacian very much and have a couple of questions.

Are they G10?

Are they as shiny in real life, and possibly a tad "slippery" in hand?

Thank you.

Yeah.... its G10.... No they are not shiny.... Those where the first ones off the mill and they had G10 "juice on them". They get a light coating of mineral oil and dry for a couple days.

Link to our website

Upgrade Your Benchmade Dacian with custom kydex and G10 Grips

Transform your Becker BK11 with custom knife scales. Choose from G10 & Micarta options for enhanced grip, comfort, and personalization.

www.stonercnc.com

Youtube Video showing off the Dacian

Coupon Code = BLADEFORUMS

Needs to be in all capital letters... and that will save you 15% on the package.