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Continuing the tradition of the perfect every day carry knife, the 940-1 Warren Osborne design combines S90V Steel, Carbon Fibre handle scales and anodised Blue standoffs. Made in USA.
The Osborne is highly regarded as one of the most quintessential EDCs of all time
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Benchmade B940-1 Osborne Reverse Tanto Axis EDC Knife S90V & Carbon Fibre
- Continuing the tradition of the perfect every day carry knife, the 940-1 Warren Osborne design combines S90V Steel, Carbon Fibre handle scales and anodised Blue standoffs. Made in USA.
The Osborne is highly regarded as one of the most quintessential EDCs of all time, the 940 and 943 are slim, stylish and after over a decade have performed in just about any situation imaginable.
The Warren Osborne-designed 940 series is one of the most popular Benchmade lines and is widely considered by knife enthusiasts to be one of the best everyday-carry knives ever made. It’s offered in a variety of different materials as well as the spinoff 943 variant, to suit a number of tastes.
The appeal of the 940 is twofold. One, it’s thin and it’s light – the standard aluminium handled 940 weighs 82 grams, while the carbon fibre 940-1 is only 68 grams and the G-10 handled 940-2 is 75 grams. Two, the unique blade shape! The reverse tanto tip is unorthodox but effective. It offers a tip that’s at an acute enough angle to pierce well but with enough metal behind the edge to not break easily.
All 940’s use the Axis Lock and feature an ambidextrous tip-up oriented pocket clip. The original 940 comes with anodized green aluminum handles and a bright purple geared backspacer, with CPM-S30V blade steel and your choice of satin or black finish, and a plain edge or partially serrated blade. The 940-1 is an upgraded model that’s the priciest of the bunch with contoured carbon fiber scales, anodized blue standoffs, and a satin finished CPM-S90V blade.
The newest addition is the 940-2 which features contoured G10 handles and an S30V blade. If you’re not into the reverse tanto blade shape there’s also the 943, which has a hollow ground clip point blade and black anodized aluminum handles. The 940 is one of those just-right EDC knives that does something for everyone! Top shelf materials. Light. Great in the pocket. A strong lock. And choices for every preference.
Designer: Osborne
Mechanism: AXIS®
Action: Manual-opening
Blade Steel: S90V
Blade Length: 3.40″ (8.64cm)
Blade Thickness: 0.115″ (2.92mm)
Open Length: 7.87″ (19.99cm)
Closed Length: 4.47″ (11.35cm)
Handle Thickness: 0.44″ (11.18mm)
Weight: 2.44oz. (69.17g)
Features
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Blade Edge – Plain
Blade Finish/Color – Satin
Blade Style/Shape – Reverse Tanto
Clip Type – Standard
Clip Position – Reversible Tip-Up
Handle Material – Carbon Fibre
Made in: USA
Brand
Benchmade Knives
Benchmade knives are for the most demanding customers, from special operations forces to elite outback hunters, and building for the best requires the best raw materials. We select premium blade steels and pair them with aerospace-grade handle materials to create premium-grade knives and tools that provide great value for our customers.
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The Benchmade brand is a commanding symbol in the world of knives. The instantly recognisable butterfly symbol is a mainstay of any knife enthusiast's collection.A brief history of Benchmade
The brand we know today as Benchmade actually originated as a one-man operation out of California, USA, in 1979. The founder, Les De Asis, started his own knife building company under the name Bali-Song. Named after the main knife product they produced at the time, the balisong or 'butterfly' knife. This early product line is reflected in the company's contemporary butterfly logo. 1987 saw Benchmade take on its current name and three years later, in 1990, they moved the operation to Clackamas in Oregon before eventually moving to their current location in Oregon City, United States.What makes Benchmade Knives so good?
Benchmade knives are for the most demanding customers, from special operations forces to elite outback hunters, and building for the best requires the best raw materials. We select premium blade steels and pair them with aerospace-grade handle materials to create premium-grade knives and tools that provide great value for our customers. Benchmade knives are widely considered to be some of the best on the market. There are a few key factors that contribute to this reputation. First, Benchmade uses high-quality materials for their knives. The blades are made from hardened carbon steel or tough ceramic, and the handle scales are usually made from durable G10 or aluminum. This ensures that Benchmade knives can withstand heavy use and still stay sharp. Second, Benchmade knives are designed for ergonomic use. The handles are contoured to fit comfortably in hand, and the blades are angled for optimal cutting power. This makes Benchmade knives not only durable but also easy and safe to use. Finally, Benchmade offers a lifetime warranty on all of their knives. This covers any damage that might occur during normal use, so you can be sure that your Benchmade knife will last a lifetime. For many customers, the fundamentals put down by Benchmade in regards to their warranty and build quality is a major plus. For many of these same customers, their reputation is further bolstered by the fact that they are American-made, with all of their knives being assembled in their factory in Oregon City. While it may be more cost-effective to produce these knives elsewhere in the world, especially given many of the knives are eventually destined for the large emerging markets in the Asia-Pacific regions anyway. This commitment to home assembly is another nod to the uncompromising approach to quality that Benchmade possesses.Materials
CPM-S90V This powdered steel is made with the Crucible Particle Metallurgy (CPM) process in which vanadium and carbon have been added to the blade. The end result is very corrosion-resistant steel. CPM-CRUWEAR® This material is in air-hardening tool steel with a great emphasis on rugged use applications. The added vanadium carbides provide industry-leading edge retention. It has garnered a reputation for having great all-around properties. CPM-M4 Another example of American-made powdered steel that has been leading the way in abrasion resistance and overall toughness. Due to not being stainless steel, this knife material is one that requires care in order to prolong its lifespan. G10 A handle material made up of layered fiberglass that is soaked in resin before heating, this is a durable handle ideal for outdoor usage. CARBON FIBER A modern classic material that is known all over the world for its excellent strength relative to its minimal weight. DYMONDWOOD This material is basically manufactured wood. It has a look and feel of natural wood but has a far higher resistance to use than its nature-made counterpart.
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