If you want slicey knives go to Spyderco but heaven help you if you ever drop it or use it hard cause the tip will pop off (ref. PM2). The 940 was built for ranch work. Maybe not at first but it is one of the best to fill that void. I’ve had 940’s off and on for almost 20 years and all have been great. They don’t excel at any one thing but they’ll do the jobs of 5 different knives. I always considered it a Jack of all trades kinda blade.
One thing I have learned is just because some You Tube reviewer likes something ( or dislikes ) doesn’t mean it’s the way I’ll feel about it. I wish I had the money in my pocket of the many knives I’ve bought based on some review. To each his own
I don't know how you could look at the blade stock's thickness and the grind and expect the knife to slice like a Spiderco. They're literally built for different purposes and advertised as such. The entire selling point and marketing for the 940 is that it's a hard-use folder designed by a dude who worked on a ranch. That does not scream "slicey" to me, and I don't get how people are dissing the knife because of it, but don't diss Spiderco knives for the opposite. "For the average person, I don't think this is a knife you'll enjoy" - as she holds one of the top 3 most popular folding knives ever made, in the world. Proving that the average person does in fact love it. I'm confused.
I agree. I really don't understand it when people say the 940 isn't a good slicer. It's mind boggling. It's not the best slicer but it definitely isn't a bad slicer. I use it as a slicer probably 90% of the time.
Had mine for years. Going on 8 or 9 and never had a major failure or complaint. I am not using it for super heavy duty stuff or for precise cutting. I use it as a EDC blade in a florida suburb. Cut boxes, paper, packages, rubber, scrape stuff. Cut rope, zip ties, tape, and pry lightly with it, using the spine. Does my everyday tasks fine. Not a perfect slicer but finding perfect is almost a myth. No one blade is perfect for everything. Good review!!! Good thoughts 👍
My thoughts are that if you're having trouble cutting an apple, maybe you shouldn't touch knives at all. That being said, will the 940 cut paper thin slices off of a tomato? Probably not like a FFG Spyderco SpydieChef, but it will still cut a tomato. I've cut plenty of apples with my 940's without fail. I've used my 940 to pry small stuff but EDC a pry tool in my system to use on the bigger jobs where needed. Thanks for the review!
I've always been interested in the 940. I know it's not going to do it for me the way it does it for wranglerstar, but I would still love to have one eventually. Why do I keep hearing people talk about cutting cardboard with their knives? Is that really what most people are using their knives for??? I cut cardboard pretty regularly but I use a dedicated box cutter/utility knife for that. Why dull a good workhorse knife with cardboard?
Hi Erica Thanks to you, I've picked up a 940! I love it, using it with growing veg, caring for chickens, repairing hoses etc! You're exactly right, it's not gor everyone, but it is ideal for some, thankfully it works for me! I'm thrashing on it and enjoying it! Thanks again Take care Graham
This is precisely why i sold all my folders except for 4 and am leaning more towards fixed blades! I now EDC a wander tactical lynx and a viper knives David, and the folders i have are just for wearing when in a place with strict knife laws! Nice vid👍
I would be interested to hear what you think of the Kubey Drake in comparison to the 940. Similar ideas but the Drake gets it better imo for way less money.
I jumped on the Wranglerstar bandwagon. I love it! It’s great but you need a supplemental knife for slicing. A little Swiss Army knife pairs well with it.
I love the 940 and 945, I have always loved the look of it. And when I bought one of each, I love both of them. The 945 is a little better size for me and my work. But the 940 is a user too.
I have a 940 w/G10 and a 9400 laughing as I’m slicing my apple as I’m watching your video, I carry the 940 for casual use but a Spyderco Kapara for my favorite meal knife. Good video 940 was good for its day!
I've had a g10/20cv one for awhile (someone's exclusive, I can't remember). It's aight. Might eventually get it reground. I'd be more interested in the 943 but that's discontinued. When I was still working in warehouses and such, I had this and a Contego (with custom smooth scales). I preferred carrying the Contego for all uses. It actually cut.
Great review. Pretty comparable to my experiences with it. I bought mine in 2014 or 2015 and I love the way mine feels in the hand and it did really well in the industrial setting I used it in. My biggest complaint is the blade though. It has always been awful to sharpen and awful at holding an edge. People tell me I'm crazy because S30V is supposed to be a very good blade material, however that is not my experience.
I agree with you. I accepted the fact that it isn’t the best slicer two days after I bought it and tried slicing a tomato 😂. That aside, it is everything I hoped it would be. I don’t often need a super slicy blade so it doesn’t bother me personally. Great video! Love your honesty
Best review of the 940 period. I did flooring and worked on a hops field with it and while the blade could pry and scrape, it would develop blade play and I had to re tighten the pivot screw. Also, any dirty environments would gum up the axis lock which was annoying. When I first read the reviews about slicyness I ignored them until I had to cut a bunch of abrasive material. Love your channel you actually use your shit. Once they release a pm3 with a tanto blade I will be set.
I have a cattle ranch at home and own my own heavy equipment and welding business. I have a few 940’s that I use the shit out of, Never had a problem cutting and using it as a tool. It’s not the best delicate slicer but I like having a little thicker blade. I know a lot of trades people that swear by these knives and I know it’s not the best knife out there but it’s always worked when I need it to work
I grew up using old Finnish puukkos and mora type knives because my grandfather immigrated from norway and had many around. Recently I got into the idea of folding pocket knives and tried the 940, I was underwhelmed for sure. Going from knives that cut like razors to the 940 just wasn't going to cut it. The buyout with aluminum handle was much better in that regard.
Exactly, don't buy a knife because you like the CZcamsr who happens to like it. First figure out why they like it and if you like and have the same applications they do, then, maybe, it is one you will like.
Only nobrainer use blade of the folding knife as a prybar or screwdriver. It's like useing wood chisel as a screwdriver and have issues that the edge has broke.
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15 degree sharping angle 😳. 25 is ideal for that knife. You’re right everyone has didn’t needs. I’ve done everything from clean fish, gut deer, camp chores, etc. Love the knife.
I have one and I love it, until it needs to be sharpened. I accidentally ended up grinding into the handle scales a bit. The way the knife is designed, I feel like that's easy to do.
An EDC knife does it's job but, a leatherman is a good companion. I work in the car industry having 2 or 3 tools ready to go is important. Get a Learherman wave and sheath for it.
My experience has been using as a knife, no prying or doing things another tool is fit for. As a regular EDC, for me, it works well, not excellent. I'm at 17dps and use for food cutting, opening and breaking down boxes, regular knife needs. Had I paid full price for either of my 940's, S30 and S90V, I'd say go to different options, its not worth the entry fee.
I have watched a few of your videos now and you do a good job. That being said I get what your doing but it’s not a pry-bar. You wouldn’t use a Pm2 as a pry bar. Lol. I think it’s a tough knife but I would not categorize it as a hard use knife. I am a multiple trades tradesman and I would never use my knife as tool it’s not designed for. I use the proper tool for the job. When you use a knife as a screwdriver and a pry bar your going to be let down. I’ve owned this knife for years and yeah it’s not the greatest slicer, but to imply it does not cut is not true. It’s not for everyone that is true, but it’s a quality tough knife. I don’t know Cody but have seen a lot of videos and he doesn’t strike me as a guy who is going to get attached to something that doesn’t work. That being said I recently retired my 940 as my EDC for the Super Freak which is just awesome.
Wow someone actually using there knife for hard work. I wish more people would show and tell us bout there hard use. Try out the Ontario Ti22 Ultrablue. It's not expensive. It bout $50. I bout 2. Would like to hear a review from you on one if f you get your hands on one.
I was chopping an onion with the 940 yesterday. It's too thick behind the edge. A Manix 2 is far better for that kind of thing. My favourite EDC carry is the Chaparral. Man, that thing slices like a laser.
“Maybe people need to stop with this trend of wanting to like knives that other people like.” 👍🏼 Listen to other people, get ideas, be open to learning… and then go try stuff for yourself and figure out what YOU like.
Don't shout him out! Lol. Most "Clickbait" channel I've ever seen. I finally unsubscribed. I want followers too but don't click bait every dang video. On another note, great stuff. I'm new here!! 🍻
You’ve said elsewhere that you carry actual multitools. I realize you’re just testing this. But do you think its multitool functions are good enough to justify its poor performance as a knife? The Victorinox Pioneer seems like it would be more functional. Even a Leatherman Rebar or Wave aren’t especially heavy to edc… and they’re WAY more functional. It seems like the 940 was designed for people who just refuse to carry more than one tool.
Olso 940 awful to put butter on bread. And yes, it’s not a helper on kitchen. I like how knife look, it’s lightweight, I carry 940 a lot, but now i looking for things what make me “unlove” this knife, because now I want just grab some victorinox, and sell my 3 knife what literally a 200$ what just do nothing.
I like the look of the 940 but, it's just not my jam. At work, I'm slicing cardboard, multilayer paper bags, plastic bags and as such. I need a slicing tool ergo my Neutron 2, PM2, 0562 etc. Good things end in "2" it would seem.
I know I don’t enjoy mine. I have one and I never touch it. Honestly I only used it when all my knives were out to neeves for edges to not be without a pocket knife. Now a days my collection is big enough that I don’t need to ever touch it.
@@knifeguy9134 he does such amazing free hand sharpening that I can not match. The knives I have deserve these edges and he lives very close to me so and does it real fast for me.
I saw this knife at the store and knew itll be a good working knife, like a truck to a motorcycle You can't expect that truck to do the same thing as a motorcycle so why expect the knife to cut and slice like kitchen knives? After watching this video I have to point out that I never understood the whole cult following thing and trends. I saw Cody's videos and sure he has alot on his channel I don't agree with everything he puts out there on the web nor do I think he is the "professional homeowner" Lord he thinks he is. Professional yes but his ego kind of distracts from his points.
I think it’s overhyped for what it is…I like a knife that’s geared for what a knife is used for….WORK, I also don’t mind a good looking knife, but I wouldn’t sacrifice that for use…
It’s ok. My main gripe is the weak omega springs and crap t6 hardware. Once that is addressed. Eventually you will have to unless you send it to benchmade get the omega springs from eBay from the guy in Texas,They last.
If you want slicey knives go to Spyderco but heaven help you if you ever drop it or use it hard cause the tip will pop off (ref. PM2). The 940 was built for ranch work. Maybe not at first but it is one of the best to fill that void. I’ve had 940’s off and on for almost 20 years and all have been great. They don’t excel at any one thing but they’ll do the jobs of 5 different knives. I always considered it a Jack of all trades kinda blade.
One thing I have learned is just because some You Tube reviewer likes something ( or dislikes ) doesn’t mean it’s the way I’ll feel about it. I wish I had the money in my pocket of the many knives I’ve bought based on some review. To each his own
Absolutely,me too,I love my 940 though.
I don't know how you could look at the blade stock's thickness and the grind and expect the knife to slice like a Spiderco. They're literally built for different purposes and advertised as such. The entire selling point and marketing for the 940 is that it's a hard-use folder designed by a dude who worked on a ranch. That does not scream "slicey" to me, and I don't get how people are dissing the knife because of it, but don't diss Spiderco knives for the opposite.
"For the average person, I don't think this is a knife you'll enjoy" - as she holds one of the top 3 most popular folding knives ever made, in the world. Proving that the average person does in fact love it. I'm confused.
In my experience the 940 is slicy with just a bit of extra force. Also loving these kind of reviews, better than typical knife reviews
I agree. I really don't understand it when people say the 940 isn't a good slicer. It's mind boggling. It's not the best slicer but it definitely isn't a bad slicer. I use it as a slicer probably 90% of the time.
That's because those people have dull Osbornes.
Had mine for years. Going on 8 or 9 and never had a major failure or complaint. I am not using it for super heavy duty stuff or for precise cutting. I use it as a EDC blade in a florida suburb. Cut boxes, paper, packages, rubber, scrape stuff. Cut rope, zip ties, tape, and pry lightly with it, using the spine. Does my everyday tasks fine. Not a perfect slicer but finding perfect is almost a myth. No one blade is perfect for everything. Good review!!! Good thoughts 👍
You make me want to buy a 940 and get white paint on it. Lol
I slice an apple every morning with my 940 and it works great...Keep it sharp and it's all good.
My thoughts are that if you're having trouble cutting an apple, maybe you shouldn't touch knives at all. That being said, will the 940 cut paper thin slices off of a tomato? Probably not like a FFG Spyderco SpydieChef, but it will still cut a tomato. I've cut plenty of apples with my 940's without fail. I've used my 940 to pry small stuff but EDC a pry tool in my system to use on the bigger jobs where needed. Thanks for the review!
I've always been interested in the 940. I know it's not going to do it for me the way it does it for wranglerstar, but I would still love to have one eventually. Why do I keep hearing people talk about cutting cardboard with their knives? Is that really what most people are using their knives for??? I cut cardboard pretty regularly but I use a dedicated box cutter/utility knife for that. Why dull a good workhorse knife with cardboard?
Hi Erica
Thanks to you, I've picked up a 940!
I love it, using it with growing veg, caring for chickens, repairing hoses etc!
You're exactly right, it's not gor everyone, but it is ideal for some, thankfully it works for me!
I'm thrashing on it and enjoying it!
Thanks again
Take care
Graham
? When you do the review for the mini are you going to compare it to the 940 or as a standalone
Excellent, thoughtful review!!!
Thanks!!
Would the Mini Griptilian be a compromise? Is it a bit slicier than the 940 (but less than, say, a thin FFG Spyderco)?
Your monologue at 8:25 is BANG ON 👏
This is precisely why i sold all my folders except for 4 and am leaning more towards fixed blades! I now EDC a wander tactical lynx and a viper knives David, and the folders i have are just for wearing when in a place with strict knife laws! Nice vid👍
What you think of leatherman multitools? I own over 33 lol
I would be interested to hear what you think of the Kubey Drake in comparison to the 940. Similar ideas but the Drake gets it better imo for way less money.
I jumped on the Wranglerstar bandwagon. I love it! It’s great but you need a supplemental knife for slicing. A little Swiss Army knife pairs well with it.
So does a bugout! !!!!!!!
I love the 940 and 945, I have always loved the look of it. And when I bought one of each, I love both of them. The 945 is a little better size for me and my work. But the 940 is a user too.
I've seen a couple of your vids talking about the 940 and I just gotta say you've convinced me to finally get one
YAY!
I have a 940 w/G10 and a 9400 laughing as I’m slicing my apple as I’m watching your video, I carry the 940 for casual use but a Spyderco Kapara for my favorite meal knife. Good video 940 was good for its day!
I've had a g10/20cv one for awhile (someone's exclusive, I can't remember). It's aight. Might eventually get it reground. I'd be more interested in the 943 but that's discontinued. When I was still working in warehouses and such, I had this and a Contego (with custom smooth scales). I preferred carrying the Contego for all uses. It actually cut.
Great review. Pretty comparable to my experiences with it.
I bought mine in 2014 or 2015 and I love the way mine feels in the hand and it did really well in the industrial setting I used it in. My biggest complaint is the blade though. It has always been awful to sharpen and awful at holding an edge. People tell me I'm crazy because S30V is supposed to be a very good blade material, however that is not my experience.
My umnumzaan has never failed me
Agree,. Lesson your edge angle and it's slices better. Works well for most tasks I need. Super thin and light.
You have the best knife reviews on CZcams. Hands down. Thank you for your thoughts!
I agree with you. I accepted the fact that it isn’t the best slicer two days after I bought it and tried slicing a tomato 😂. That aside, it is everything I hoped it would be. I don’t often need a super slicy blade so it doesn’t bother me personally. Great video! Love your honesty
Thanks for being honest. Yeap, it's a problem of modern Benchmade's knives. Thickness behind the edge. They used to be more slicy.
Wonderful honest review
On to the Demko?
Best review of the 940 period. I did flooring and worked on a hops field with it and while the blade could pry and scrape, it would develop blade play and I had to re tighten the pivot screw. Also, any dirty environments would gum up the axis lock which was annoying. When I first read the reviews about slicyness I ignored them until I had to cut a bunch of abrasive material. Love your channel you actually use your shit. Once they release a pm3 with a tanto blade I will be set.
Appreciate the review. Thanks very much.
Get a Leatherman MULTI tool.
I have a cattle ranch at home and own my own heavy equipment and welding business. I have a few 940’s that I use the shit out of, Never had a problem cutting and using it as a tool. It’s not the best delicate slicer but I like having a little thicker blade. I know a lot of trades people that swear by these knives and I know it’s not the best knife out there but it’s always worked when I need it to work
Great, honest review
My Leatherman Free K4x is my goto beater knife. Love that thing.
I think the best point you made was that a great knife isn’t necessarily great for you.
I was using my 940 to help JACK UP MY CAR and that son of a bitch broke you believe that shit come on Benchmade get it together
I grew up using old Finnish puukkos and mora type knives because my grandfather immigrated from norway and had many around. Recently I got into the idea of folding pocket knives and tried the 940, I was underwhelmed for sure. Going from knives that cut like razors to the 940 just wasn't going to cut it. The buyout with aluminum handle was much better in that regard.
Exactly, don't buy a knife because you like the CZcamsr who happens to like it. First figure out why they like it and if you like and have the same applications they do, then, maybe, it is one you will like.
“✨Opening packages✨”
😂😂🤣 Get ‘em, girl!
Love your no bullshit way of giving your opinion on edc gear. Keep up the great work!
Only nobrainer use blade of the folding knife as a prybar or screwdriver. It's like useing wood chisel as a screwdriver and have issues that the edge has broke.
The cutting performance is pretty good. I can process boxes for an hour straight with a sawing motion. Food cutting isn’t good tho
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I love the 940 but it's not for everyone. Thanks for the vid
15 degree sharping angle 😳. 25 is ideal for that knife. You’re right everyone has didn’t needs. I’ve done everything from clean fish, gut deer, camp chores, etc. Love the knife.
I’ve been using a .20 cuz I wasn’t sure what angle is 25 what it actually is I’m not tryna ruin my knife😂
New sub here. Great review!
I have one and I love it, until it needs to be sharpened. I accidentally ended up grinding into the handle scales a bit. The way the knife is designed, I feel like that's easy to do.
I bet that thing can have a nice regrind done by John at bgm knives
Nice entrance !
I CARRY A 940, IN MY FRONT RIGHT POCKET ROTATION, IT'S A CLASSIC
An EDC knife does it's job but, a leatherman is a good companion. I work in the car industry having 2 or 3 tools ready to go is important. Get a Learherman wave and sheath for it.
My experience has been using as a knife, no prying or doing things another tool is fit for.
As a regular EDC, for me, it works well, not excellent. I'm at 17dps and use for food cutting, opening and breaking down boxes, regular knife needs. Had I paid full price for either of my 940's, S30 and S90V, I'd say go to different options, its not worth the entry fee.
I have watched a few of your videos now and you do a good job. That being said I get what your doing but it’s not a pry-bar. You wouldn’t use a Pm2 as a pry bar. Lol. I think it’s a tough knife but I would not categorize it as a hard use knife. I am a multiple trades tradesman and I would never use my knife as tool it’s not designed for. I use the proper tool for the job. When you use a knife as a screwdriver and a pry bar your going to be let down. I’ve owned this knife for years and yeah it’s not the greatest slicer, but to imply it does not cut is not true. It’s not for everyone that is true, but it’s a quality tough knife. I don’t know Cody but have seen a lot of videos and he doesn’t strike me as a guy who is going to get attached to something that doesn’t work. That being said I recently retired my 940 as my EDC for the Super Freak which is just awesome.
Wow someone actually using there knife for hard work. I wish more people would show and tell us bout there hard use. Try out the Ontario Ti22 Ultrablue. It's not expensive. It bout $50. I bout 2. Would like to hear a review from you on one if f you get your hands on one.
Great review, it’s a beautiful looking knife, and now you know what it is and isn’t capable of! 👏🏼
I was chopping an onion with the 940 yesterday. It's too thick behind the edge. A Manix 2 is far better for that kind of thing. My favourite EDC carry is the Chaparral. Man, that thing slices like a laser.
Well done, TPFR!
“Maybe people need to stop with this trend of wanting to like knives that other people like.” 👍🏼
Listen to other people, get ideas, be open to learning… and then go try stuff for yourself and figure out what YOU like.
You need to try a Medford
Some people just needed a good leatherman lol
I got it about a week ago. I love this multitool.
Don't shout him out! Lol. Most "Clickbait" channel I've ever seen. I finally unsubscribed. I want followers too but don't click bait every dang video.
On another note, great stuff. I'm new here!! 🍻
I love my 940's
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You’ve said elsewhere that you carry actual multitools. I realize you’re just testing this. But do you think its multitool functions are good enough to justify its poor performance as a knife? The Victorinox Pioneer seems like it would be more functional. Even a Leatherman Rebar or Wave aren’t especially heavy to edc… and they’re WAY more functional. It seems like the 940 was designed for people who just refuse to carry more than one tool.
Mine slices paper like a razor... just depends on how you sharpen it
Paper? Very impressive!
Olso 940 awful to put butter on bread. And yes, it’s not a helper on kitchen. I like how knife look, it’s lightweight, I carry 940 a lot, but now i looking for things what make me “unlove” this knife, because now I want just grab some victorinox, and sell my 3 knife what literally a 200$ what just do nothing.
I will buy it and I will cut boxes and apples.
I like the look of the 940 but, it's just not my jam. At work, I'm slicing cardboard, multilayer paper bags, plastic bags and as such. I need a slicing tool ergo my Neutron 2, PM2, 0562 etc. Good things end in "2" it would seem.
You slice plastic bags? Lol
#22aday
It's a knife, not a multitool. Sounds like you need a leatherman or something equal.
I know I don’t enjoy mine. I have one and I never touch it. Honestly I only used it when all my knives were out to neeves for edges to not be without a pocket knife. Now a days my collection is big enough that I don’t need to ever touch it.
You have a extensive collection of knives, yet send them to someone else to be sharpened? Or is Neeves reprofile or something??
@@knifeguy9134 he does such amazing free hand sharpening that I can not match. The knives I have deserve these edges and he lives very close to me so and does it real fast for me.
Tallica4life81 oh okay that makes sense.
I saw this knife at the store and knew itll be a good working knife, like a truck to a motorcycle You can't expect that truck to do the same thing as a motorcycle so why expect the knife to cut and slice like kitchen knives?
After watching this video I have to point out that
I never understood the whole cult following thing and trends. I saw Cody's videos and sure he has alot on his channel I don't agree with everything he puts out there on the web nor do I think he is the "professional homeowner" Lord he thinks he is. Professional yes but his ego kind of distracts from his points.
I think it’s overhyped for what it is…I like a knife that’s geared for what a knife is used for….WORK, I also don’t mind a good looking knife, but I wouldn’t sacrifice that for use…
It’s ok. My main gripe is the weak omega springs and crap t6 hardware. Once that is addressed. Eventually you will have to unless you send it to benchmade get the omega springs from eBay from the guy in Texas,They last.
So most benchmades are “ok”?