I have this knife for over 20 years! I sent it back to Benchmade twice last month to be refinished and engraved. I have been through at least 30 knives since I first got this knife and it still remains one of my favorites. Spot on review, thanks Kev
My 940 is one of my favorite knives (right up there with my zt0450). It was my first real expensive knife and I stressed over the price a lot. After getting it though, I can say it is totally worth it.
Hi Kevin. My 940 is fantastic and has always been. I have had it for about 6 years and absolutely love it. No failures ever. My para 2 and 940 and delica probably get most pocket time ! 👍🏼
I've always been a spyderco guy, but I got a Bugout for Christmas and I love it so much, I decided to get a 940. It'll be here Friday, and I'm super excited.
One of the best reviews of my top 3 knives I have seen. Cannot legally carry in the UK, but I help out on shoots and outdoor stuff, 3 knives, in my opinion, Kevin, CS Recon 1. spdy pm2 and the 940, for folding blades. Been in UK Forces where you cut your toothbrush in half to save weight, got a proper green handled one, supervised by Rob Bixby to make sure I got a good grind. Pisses me off that I can't just carry it, it is definitely worth the money, if you like a good watch, this one is a rolex.
Jason Barefoot reading this was hard. Exactly the same optimism I had when I saved up and bought my 940. Just to have it stolen out of my cubby at a trampoline park by an employee
This is a bad ass knife!!. I found one hornhunting the middle of nowhere half buried in the dirt. looked like it was there for a year or so. Its still in excellent condition
The Omega springs on mine broke twice over a period of about two years with only light use but Cate at benchmade sorted it out for me under warranty. About 8 weeks turnaround time from here in the UK. When it came back the second time the centering and action were perfect too with not a hint of blade play in any direction. I've since had it prefessionally re-ground to fifteen degrees per side with a beautiful mirror finish. It's so perfect now in fact that I daren't use it at all..!!!
Thanks FlamQ Dbltap - but our 'leaders' are clue-less, directionless and self-serving. The Labour leader Jeremy Corbin is an ex-terrorist supporter and Anti-Semite while the Conservative leader is unable to even choose who's side she's on. We need, NEED, Nigel Farage to take control but the sheeple majority here are scared of the new direction he advocates. Without him, the British Empire is is becoming an immigration 'sponge' for Sharia-supporting armies of angry, delusional activists who are happy to reap the benefits of our society while simultaneously trying to destroy it.
When you open it its like the blade ( modified spey blade not reverse tanto or whatever they call it ) is longer the the handle . Its a thinner blade may be good for utility ! Very light like you don't feel it in pocket ! Just got it so Ill have to use her for awhile !
I’ve got two Osborne’s, a green aluminum 940 and a carbon fiber 940-1, and they are both great knives but you really have to buy them in person so you can check the fit and finish, opening, blade play, etc. For the 940-1 I recommend buying at REI, they frequently send out 20% off coupons which ends up saving you almost $60. If you buy online be sure the seller offers easy returns in case you get a lemon, of which there are more than a few despite the elevated price of entry for Benchmades. That being said, the 940 in all iterations is a superb carry knife (though, as others have noted, it’s not a slicer like the Delica 4, so if you plan to be cutting up a lot of cardboard, this ain’t your best choice).
I agree with your handle comment. Just a bit too narrow for what is a relatively heavy blade. That is being a bit nit picky but that's why I sold mine.
Punches above its weight. Not many 3.4 inch bladed knives disappear in your pocket. Slices surprisingly well with a decent edge like 17dps. Knifeworks exclusive in 20cv is $199. It’s the one to get imo.
The knife is excellent and lightweight and compact, perhaps too compact for primary use, but perfectly suited for everyday carry. This leaves the primary niche to be filled by a larger, high-quality fixed blade knife. However, 3:22 "That nicely anodized purple backspacer" - Coming from a designer's angle, I wonder how anyone can love the green and purple combination. I could understand (though still not like it) if the knife was called "Aurora Borealis" but no, it's just all green and tiny purple, love it or hate it. I think if they had a more neutral spine or no spine at all, like in newer versions, they might gain 10-20% more customers.
i would love the smoke or the aero if i could have got one. i lost out and refuse to pay the mark up secondary market price. i do love my 940 though. mine has the black blade.
i like the axis lock more than the frame lock on my zt0450 which is its biggest competitor in my collection. they are both nicer than my intrigue but the intrigue is 30 dollars and not 160-170 dollars. its pretty nice for 30 dollars though. i am a big fan of the spyderco endura ffg.
Looks like is ground a little to thick on the primary grind for my liking. Given the stock thickness and grind height, looks like a candidate for a re grind to zero with a micro bevel.
I have all the knives you compared the 940 to. Out of all of them the CS American Lawman gets more carry and is a better EDC knife than any of the others. It’s built like a tank, cuts great and is more ergonomic than any of the others. The only thing it doesn’t have is “fidget factor” , which I don’t care about when I carry a knife to actually use.
I bought my g10 940 last year for the "Collection" for $170, it's artistically pleasing , the action is perfect , but a little pricey. The grey g10, 20cv griptilian is a much better buy and all around knife , imo, and fits my XL hands a hell of a lot better .
Brian F I've owned over 20 BM's and have handled dozens more.. You are on the money.. The G10 551-1 dosent get enough attention.. It's one of BM's better knives and values...
Benchmade has parkerized deep carry clips available nowadays, as well as the Bugout clip which is also parkerized. They'll send them out to you for free.
Your criticisms are the only reason I haven't purchased one. It just feels a bit small in my hand which makes it too light duty for me. Otherwise, I really like the look. Just needs to be a bit more substantial for the price.
I’ve been looking at the 940 in carbon fiber and s90v steel but I don’t know much about s90v and it’s an exspensive knife to buy at like $260 but if I could pick I’d love the Benchmade Anthem but that costs even more at $400 or so yikes Plus I’m so bored of s30v and I’m moving torwards other super steels.I do own the 810 contego in m4 which is just a larger 940 and I love it except the handle it’s really ruff and a pocket killer but other than that great blade.
I have many high end steels but avoid non stainless.. I also avoid S90V.. It's very hard and can be chippy.. The BM G10 551-1 in 20CV is one of their better knives.. My store has it for $170..
What kinda 940 is that? I've never seen one even close to as thin behind the edge as a para 2? U stated that the 940 was thinner behind the edge.....ohh and actually benchmade makes a parkerized deep carry clip now
Im not into high end ! I love the 940 . After I got the clone 940-1 I liked it so much I had to have the real 940 ! I shopped and got one for $130.00 ! $30.00 more than I think its worth but ! I bought it used so that I don't have to deal with benchmades lack of quality control ! The crooked river large I got was like un finished condition out of box it was a total cull ! Dont buy benchmade through the mail new . Unless you have the time and money and you like dealing with returns ! Go to the store and try them ! I heard of one guy trying 9 knives of one model before he found one that worked !
I like BM and the 940 just misses in too many ways for me. I'm glad others enjoy it. If they made it a bit bigger maybe it would be something I would buy.
The Smoke is a lot more knife for not a lot more money but it's not readily available . The G10 940 is 222 Cdn and the standard is 239 Cdn . You can get better knives for a lot less .
It's a light duty knife compared to the others. More of a gents carry for me. Thinking of selling my American lawman. The finger choil is too big for one finger, too small for two fingers. The point of the choil digs into my middle finger. Recon 1 is much more ergonomic for me.
The para2 is a awesome slicer but the blades too fragile. The 940 is a beast that you can beat on. Love the 940 but it's too small that's why I got the knifeworks contego m390 steel can't beat it
If you live in Canada, I would not recommend sending a knife to Benchmade for sharpening or repairs. When it comes back by mail, it will likely be detained for testing by Border Services and if they can flick it open like Kevin did in the video the knife will be seized and destroyed.
Extremely useful advice. As much as Spyderco and Benchmade are rivals in America. It is just not feasible to own a Benchmade knife in Canada. If you are Canadian just go with Spyderco.
I realy like it to mee is best folder for that price and its higy, its just perfect. I love blade, and axes lock is wery good. Also i have Kizer V3 it has been my EDC for 5ares and for 70€ knife worth ewery penny. Also i both my Benchmade for ritail price becose lifetime waranty. But when i comper 940 Carbon for 300€ with my Microtech ultratech that is just too worlds off kvality. And steal in Ultratech is M390 bohler and details are ewryvere its feel like 350€ knife but 940 Carbon vith 90V steel is just plain and too price its working knife for hamering. To mee 940 is working knife for 200€ castumer servis must bee extrimly good:)) extimly
I have a love/hate relationship with the 940.. I've had 5 variants but down to 3.. I'm near 4 big BM dealers (5 counting REI).. I own at least 12 BM's and have handled dozens more.. For some reason, the 940 has the worst QC problems.. Many have over sharpened blades, off center, pivot screw backs out etc.. The pivot screw adjustment is way too finicky.. With my big hands, it's awkward opening/closing the knife but fine once in hand..I still love the design and how it disappears in the pocket (I carry all my knives loose)...
Really love the 940 in all it’s iterations! Really hate the fact that Benchmade decided to profit off their reputation by overcharging for their products and reducing quality control. Competition from China, Japan, etc. will be the demise of Benchmade’s arrogance and abuse of their client base!
Kevin cleary Still too thick for me. But more so the thickness halfway up the blade (and spine) is the real issue. It's more of a sharpened wedge than a light use cutting knife. Just my opinion though.
Short answer....no. The edge is way to thick unless you reprofile it. BM is also quite expensive, especially for us not living in US. And has way to bad QC.
I think the ''bad BM qc'' thing is blown waaaayy out of proportion. No, they don't always come with centered blades and an action with no play, usually though when I buy a knife the first thing I do is lube it and find the perfect pivot tension. Also an off center blade does not directly affect performance unless it is rubbing on the scale.
...I herd Benchmde "workout their QC issues by around 2019...buy a Benchmade today in 2023...should be okay. Unless the copy has been sitting around in that store for 5+ years...unlikely...
I do like the design of 940 but the price is ridiculous. If it's around the $100 range it would be great. I can't see myself spending that kind of money on a pocket knife that sits in my pocket 95% of the time. A more affordable pocket knife does the same job, just as good or even better.
For me, this is a knife of missed opportunities. I like the design. A lot. But it's let down by Benchmade's... Let's say "variable" fit and finish, less than ideal grind, and out dated steel.
Mátyás Türk totally agree s30v is getting real old and even the s90v carbon fiber version I want s35vn 20cv cpm154 m390 those are probably my top 4 at the moment
I have many high end steels but steel type isn't high up on my list..I just broke down 15 big, heavy duty moving boxes with a VG10 Delica.. It dulled to where it won't cut paper but I made a lot of long cuts and it still would have cut more cardboard...Anyway, I agree about the QC.. It's still not good.. I mentioned in my comment the 940 has the worst QC of all the BM's I've owned/handled...
My problem with S30V is not about hype, but edge stability. It's literally the only steel that chipped on me during light EDC use. And it chipped regularly even with the famous Bos HT. So when i see it used, while S35VN is available, that's better in every ways, it just shows me, that the maker doesn't care. VG10 i don't mind, as long as it is used in budget knives. The Delica is as expensive as a knife in VG10 should be at most.
Mátyás Türk I haven’t had a problem with chipping or anything just not the easiest to sharpen and I like to try new steels out.Im sure the s30v that chipped during light use had a heat treat problem.
I had two spydies (Native and Swick) and a Buck (Vantage Force Pro). All of them chipped at 15 dps, and stabilized at 17. S30V is like that. I'm not talking chunks missing of course, but more than enough to annoy me.
Nothing compares to the 940 it's simply perfect in every way.
I have this knife for over 20 years!
I sent it back to Benchmade twice last month to be refinished and engraved. I have been through at least 30 knives since I first got this knife and it still remains one of my favorites. Spot on review, thanks Kev
It would be excellent if you did a review! Glad you still are getting good service from Benchmade!
Will they redo the anodization and/ or blade coating under the warranty?
My 940 is one of my favorite knives (right up there with my zt0450). It was my first real expensive knife and I stressed over the price a lot. After getting it though, I can say it is totally worth it.
Hi Kevin. My 940 is fantastic and has always been. I have had it for about 6 years and absolutely love it. No failures ever. My para 2 and 940 and delica probably get most pocket time ! 👍🏼
Yeah great knives all
My 940 is my gym knife. Ordered it from BladeHQ and quality control was perfect. I love the purple backspacer and how the aluminum wears.
Glad to hear that you like how it wears. I've had one since Christmas and probably worry too much about (inevitably) marring it up.
It’s aluminum it’s supposed to be a little mart up here in there shows use
I've always been a spyderco guy, but I got a Bugout for Christmas and I love it so much, I decided to get a 940. It'll be here Friday, and I'm super excited.
I’ve cracked a bug out to light duty for work
One of the best reviews of my top 3 knives I have seen. Cannot legally carry in the UK, but I help out on shoots and outdoor stuff, 3 knives, in my opinion, Kevin, CS Recon 1. spdy pm2 and the 940, for folding blades. Been in UK Forces where you cut your toothbrush in half to save weight, got a proper green handled one, supervised by Rob Bixby to make sure I got a good grind. Pisses me off that I can't just carry it, it is definitely worth the money, if you like a good watch, this one is a rolex.
After years of watching youtube videos on this knife, I finally bought one today. It's as advertised! Very excited lol.
Jason Barefoot reading this was hard. Exactly the same optimism I had when I saved up and bought my 940. Just to have it stolen out of my cubby at a trampoline park by an employee
@@Ryan-fosho Damn time to buy another one, it should never leave ur side after that.
@@Phaminator525 I did, lost it at the buffalo river... I cannot allow myself to by another one I can’t trust myself lol. I’m so sad
@@Ryan-fosho unfortunate sorry for ur loss, maybe a spyderco this time around
This is a bad ass knife!!. I found one hornhunting the middle of nowhere half buried in the dirt. looked like it was there for a year or so. Its still in excellent condition
Great score, send it to BM life sharp and they will replace springs and anything it needs for free
The Omega springs on mine broke twice over a period of about two years with only light use but Cate at benchmade sorted it out for me under warranty. About 8 weeks turnaround time from here in the UK. When it came back the second time the centering and action were perfect too with not a hint of blade play in any direction. I've since had it prefessionally re-ground to fifteen degrees per side with a beautiful mirror finish. It's so perfect now in fact that I daren't use it at all..!!!
Nice modifications
Thanks FlamQ Dbltap - but our 'leaders' are clue-less, directionless and self-serving. The Labour leader Jeremy Corbin is an ex-terrorist supporter and Anti-Semite while the Conservative leader is unable to even choose who's side she's on. We need, NEED, Nigel Farage to take control but the sheeple majority here are scared of the new direction he advocates. Without him, the British Empire is is becoming an immigration 'sponge' for Sharia-supporting armies of angry, delusional activists who are happy to reap the benefits of our society while simultaneously trying to destroy it.
@@sputumtube Nigel Farage to take control? British empire? Farage is a fucking moron, and we don't have a fucking empire.
Thinner behind the edge than your pm2?
What are the measurements?
I have 940 & 943 love them both...
My constant companion is a red head, and then a pistol after that. But I want one of these greenies to be my third best constant companion.
When you open it its like the blade ( modified spey blade not reverse tanto or whatever they call it ) is longer the the handle . Its a thinner blade may be good for utility ! Very light like you don't feel it in pocket ! Just got it so Ill have to use her for awhile !
Just bought the 940 in green. Almost grabbed the carbon one as my first but figured I’d go with original!
I’ve got two Osborne’s, a green aluminum 940 and a carbon fiber 940-1, and they are both great knives but you really have to buy them in person so you can check the fit and finish, opening, blade play, etc. For the 940-1 I recommend buying at REI, they frequently send out 20% off coupons which ends up saving you almost $60. If you buy online be sure the seller offers easy returns in case you get a lemon, of which there are more than a few despite the elevated price of entry for Benchmades. That being said, the 940 in all iterations is a superb carry knife (though, as others have noted, it’s not a slicer like the Delica 4, so if you plan to be cutting up a lot of cardboard, this ain’t your best choice).
Sorry, the fine tip, and the compression lock on the PM2 swings it for me towards the Spyderco, imho,, Great video,,,
940-2 🦋 best knife i ever had. and know it's the only kife i ever use.
I agree with your handle comment. Just a bit too narrow for what is a relatively heavy blade. That is being a bit nit picky but that's why I sold mine.
2 year later and im just waiting on my 940 getting delivered. im in the uk and paid £217
Where did you order from in the UK?
I love my 940 British racing green it goes together tough knife
The 940-2 is my favorite carry.
Punches above its weight. Not many 3.4 inch bladed knives disappear in your pocket. Slices surprisingly well with a decent edge like 17dps.
Knifeworks exclusive in 20cv is $199. It’s the one to get imo.
My blue n black g10 20cv Knifeworks Exclusive 940 gets carried at work a lot. And its only like 30 bucks more than regular.
The knife is excellent and lightweight and compact, perhaps too compact for primary use, but perfectly suited for everyday carry. This leaves the primary niche to be filled by a larger, high-quality fixed blade knife.
However, 3:22 "That nicely anodized purple backspacer" - Coming from a designer's angle, I wonder how anyone can love the green and purple combination. I could understand (though still not like it) if the knife was called "Aurora Borealis" but no, it's just all green and tiny purple, love it or hate it. I think if they had a more neutral spine or no spine at all, like in newer versions, they might gain 10-20% more customers.
i would love the smoke or the aero if i could have got one. i lost out and refuse to pay the mark up secondary market price.
i do love my 940 though. mine has the black blade.
i like the axis lock more than the frame lock on my zt0450 which is its biggest competitor in my collection.
they are both nicer than my intrigue but the intrigue is 30 dollars and not 160-170 dollars. its pretty nice for 30 dollars though.
i am a big fan of the spyderco endura ffg.
If you don’t got the money, you can’t go wrong with the Buck 110
SK blades sells a pimped out buck like that with orange scales cpm154 steel looks like a great blade.
This is an SK blades 830 it's the smoke jumper version
The deep carry clips are parkerized as well.
Thanks K.C.
Looks like is ground a little to thick on the primary grind for my liking. Given the stock thickness and grind height, looks like a candidate for a re grind to zero with a micro bevel.
matt peter same thickness behind the edge as the pm2.
@@neroknives1828 ok, still to thick at 20 thou. The 940 thickens so quickly on the primary. It's like a folding pry bar, not so good at cutting.
@@MsKatiepeter Sharpen it properly.
I have all the knives you compared the 940 to. Out of all of them the CS American Lawman gets more carry and is a better EDC knife than any of the others. It’s built like a tank, cuts great and is more ergonomic than any of the others. The only thing it doesn’t have is “fidget factor” , which I don’t care about when I carry a knife to actually use.
I bought my g10 940 last year for the "Collection" for $170, it's artistically pleasing , the action is perfect , but a little pricey. The grey g10, 20cv griptilian is a much better buy and all around knife , imo, and fits my XL hands a hell of a lot better .
Brian F I've owned over 20 BM's and have handled dozens more.. You are on the money.. The G10 551-1 dosent get enough attention.. It's one of BM's better knives and values...
What were your other knives on the table?
spyderco paramilitary 2, cold steel american lawman, chris reeve inkosi,
Benchmade has parkerized deep carry clips available nowadays, as well as the Bugout clip which is also parkerized. They'll send them out to you for free.
Yeah I think the buyout clip would be awesome one this
Unfortunately no more free pocket clips. I requested one the other day from Benchmade and they referred me to their website where they are $10.
Your criticisms are the only reason I haven't purchased one. It just feels a bit small in my hand which makes it too light duty for me. Otherwise, I really like the look. Just needs to be a bit more substantial for the price.
I like the contigo which is sort of this knife but on steroids
Trust the 940 can do a lot more than just light duty
Smaller handle good for concealment.
I’ve been looking at the 940 in carbon fiber and s90v steel but I don’t know much about s90v and it’s an exspensive knife to buy at like $260 but if I could pick I’d love the Benchmade Anthem but that costs even more at $400 or so yikes Plus I’m so bored of s30v and I’m moving torwards other super steels.I do own the 810 contego in m4 which is just a larger 940 and I love it except the handle it’s really ruff and a pocket killer but other than that great blade.
I have many high end steels but avoid non stainless.. I also avoid S90V.. It's very hard and can be chippy.. The BM G10 551-1 in 20CV is one of their better knives.. My store has it for $170..
Thomas Landers cool thanx I have there griptilian in 20cv but it’s my only blade in that steel but it’s been great so far.
What kinda 940 is that? I've never seen one even close to as thin behind the edge as a para 2? U stated that the 940 was thinner behind the edge.....ohh and actually benchmade makes a parkerized deep carry clip now
Now it’s just convincing my parents to let me buy a $170 knife.
Kyler Chaney you should get a knife worth 170 not the 940 and if you really want one then go with a knifeworks or going gear exclusive
You can do it but be weary my friend if get 1 you’ll want another then another
Kyler chaney. Did you get one?
Im not into high end ! I love the 940 . After I got the clone 940-1 I liked it so much I had to have the real 940 ! I shopped and got one for $130.00 ! $30.00 more than I think its worth but ! I bought it used so that I don't have to deal with benchmades lack of quality control ! The crooked river large I got was like un finished condition out of box it was a total cull !
Dont buy benchmade through the mail new . Unless you have the time and money and you like dealing with returns ! Go to the store and try them ! I heard of one guy trying 9 knives of one model before he found one that worked !
I like BM and the 940 just misses in too many ways for me. I'm glad others enjoy it. If they made it a bit bigger maybe it would be something I would buy.
check out the BM Contego.
The Smoke is a lot more knife for not a lot more money but it's not readily available . The G10 940 is 222 Cdn and the standard is 239 Cdn . You can get better knives for a lot less .
It's a light duty knife compared to the others. More of a gents carry for me. Thinking of selling my American lawman. The finger choil is too big for one finger, too small for two fingers. The point of the choil digs into my middle finger. Recon 1 is much more ergonomic for me.
Agree it's a little lighter duty also love the ergos on the recon 1
@@Kevinclearysharpstuff u said it wa super tough now ur saying it’s light duty which is it
The para2 is a awesome slicer but the blades too fragile. The 940 is a beast that you can beat on. Love the 940 but it's too small that's why I got the knifeworks contego m390 steel can't beat it
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If you live in Canada, I would not recommend sending a knife to Benchmade for sharpening or repairs. When it comes back by mail, it will likely be detained for testing by Border Services and if they can flick it open like Kevin did in the video the knife will be seized and destroyed.
Extremely useful advice. As much as Spyderco and Benchmade are rivals in America. It is just not feasible to own a Benchmade knife in Canada. If you are Canadian just go with Spyderco.
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I would totally take a ZT450 Black DLC coated knife over this benchmade.
Seeing that the BM comes with the best customer knife service in the game, it justifies the price a bit more.
I realy like it to mee is best folder for that price and its higy, its just perfect. I love blade, and axes lock is wery good. Also i have Kizer V3 it has been my EDC for 5ares and for 70€ knife worth ewery penny. Also i both my Benchmade for ritail price becose lifetime waranty. But when i comper 940 Carbon for 300€ with my Microtech ultratech that is just too worlds off kvality. And steal in Ultratech is M390 bohler and details are ewryvere its feel like 350€ knife but 940 Carbon vith 90V steel is just plain and too price its working knife for hamering. To mee 940 is working knife for 200€ castumer servis must bee extrimly good:)) extimly
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Canadian dollar and prices put this knife at just under 300$
s30v for me its very expensive
I have a love/hate relationship with the 940.. I've had 5 variants but down to 3.. I'm near 4 big BM dealers (5 counting REI).. I own at least 12 BM's and have handled dozens more.. For some reason, the 940 has the worst QC problems.. Many have over sharpened blades, off center, pivot screw backs out etc.. The pivot screw adjustment is way too finicky..
With my big hands, it's awkward opening/closing the knife but fine once in hand..I still love the design and how it disappears in the pocket (I carry all my knives loose)...
Really love the 940 in all it’s iterations! Really hate the fact that Benchmade decided to profit off their reputation by overcharging for their products and reducing quality control. Competition from China, Japan, etc. will be the demise of Benchmade’s arrogance and abuse of their client base!
The only dislike I have about this knife is the purple back spacer
It gets good at 12:46
Far too thick behind the edge for me, also don't like the axis lock (or benchmade QC for that matter)
I found this one cut well only 24thou behind the edge
Kevin cleary Still too thick for me. But more so the thickness halfway up the blade (and spine) is the real issue. It's more of a sharpened wedge than a light use cutting knife. Just my opinion though.
I don’t think the lawman is that great tho they don’t do things like the choil well at all
The 940 is actually their best seller.
Short answer....no. The edge is way to thick unless you reprofile it. BM is also quite expensive, especially for us not living in US. And has way to bad QC.
I think the ''bad BM qc'' thing is blown waaaayy out of proportion. No, they don't always come with centered blades and an action with no play, usually though when I buy a knife the first thing I do is lube it and find the perfect pivot tension. Also an off center blade does not directly affect performance unless it is rubbing on the scale.
...I herd Benchmde "workout their QC issues by around 2019...buy a Benchmade today in 2023...should be okay. Unless the copy has been sitting around in that store for 5+ years...unlikely...
If you ask benchmade for a parkerized clip when you request a deep carry they will give you one.
I do like the design of 940 but the price is ridiculous. If it's around the $100 range it would be great. I can't see myself spending that kind of money on a pocket knife that sits in my pocket 95% of the time. A more affordable pocket knife does the same job, just as good or even better.
Definitely Disney do it better or as good
I hate the purple backspacer
I had a Benchmade 940 confiscated by a police officer, so it’s not a good idea to have this knife in Canada in my opinion.
on what grounds was it confiscated and did you get it back? if you weren't charged with anything they can't just take your property.
Put the bench made 940 up against the Microtech Socom Elite and you will have a real comparison. The elites have a higher price point though.
For me, this is a knife of missed opportunities. I like the design. A lot. But it's let down by Benchmade's... Let's say "variable" fit and finish, less than ideal grind, and out dated steel.
Mátyás Türk totally agree s30v is getting real old and even the s90v carbon fiber version I want s35vn 20cv cpm154 m390 those are probably my top 4 at the moment
I have many high end steels but steel type isn't high up on my list..I just broke down 15 big, heavy duty moving boxes with a VG10 Delica.. It dulled to where it won't cut paper but I made a lot of long cuts and it still would have cut more cardboard...Anyway, I agree about the QC.. It's still not good.. I mentioned in my comment the 940 has the worst QC of all the BM's I've owned/handled...
My problem with S30V is not about hype, but edge stability. It's literally the only steel that chipped on me during light EDC use. And it chipped regularly even with the famous Bos HT. So when i see it used, while S35VN is available, that's better in every ways, it just shows me, that the maker doesn't care.
VG10 i don't mind, as long as it is used in budget knives. The Delica is as expensive as a knife in VG10 should be at most.
Mátyás Türk I haven’t had a problem with chipping or anything just not the easiest to sharpen and I like to try new steels out.Im sure the s30v that chipped during light use had a heat treat problem.
I had two spydies (Native and Swick) and a Buck (Vantage Force Pro). All of them chipped at 15 dps, and stabilized at 17. S30V is like that. I'm not talking chunks missing of course, but more than enough to annoy me.
You should put a yellow wig on it, and then put a hat on that reads: Make Benchmade Great Again.