does anyone else actually LIKE the camera quality and the camera aesthetic? it brings back memories 😭

Releasing one video per day is how you get views / subscribers. But nobody can make a ten year review every day. I appreciate reviews like this for the rare gems that they are!

I agree with you on the cost duration. At 10 years, your $200 knife is at $1.66 per month. Say you bought a $50 knife and it lasted 6 months before breaking. Then you spent $8.30 per month of use.

Thanks for the review. I've carried a benchmade 722 for 16 years and run it across a stone probably every few months. In between sharpening I strop once a week or after a day of hard use. You don't need to remove any blade material to keep it sharp. Belt sanders are for an initial sharpening only! Lay off the belt sander and your blade will never wear out... stones and strops don't remove any noticeable material if used correctly.

I think you are the first one with a 10 year + review. :D Would give ten thumbs up if I could. ;)

Cutting stings or making a sammich would be leap years ahead of what the vast majority of "unboxing experts" have to offer. Yet some how by just looking at a knife they know what it can and can't do, how it will hold up over time, and whether or not it is a good value. Slays me every single time.

Fantastic review sir. I found an old beat up first generation 940 in the middle of the desert at Fort Bliss, then took it to Afghanistan. It is a flawless performer. The 940 has been, by far, the best knife I've ever used.

15 year review?

Benchmade needs to pay you for this review! My favorite knife and the BEST review!

i watch this video every few years and get amped up all over again about owning a 940. greeat review!

I know the videos over 6 years old but it caused me to go buy a Benchmade 940 today and I already owned over 200 folding knives but I can already tell this is going to be one of my top favorites thank you so much sir for taking the time and I love the way your shop looks in the video it's very cool 1:28

Just watched this again for like the 10th time in the last 6 years lol. Still a great video. Classic to me. I finally got a 940 a few weeks ago and love it.

I‘d really like to see them now, used even more. Can‘t wait until mine looks like these.

I am glad to see someone that really uses there knife.

I wish I had the dedication to carry the same knife daily for 10 years.

I don’t know what happened but I will explain my story I had the bench by 940 with the carbon fiber handle I was digging around in my pocket pull hand out blood squirting every where and I cut a small artery in my pinkie, so when I carry a knife I dont carry anything else in my pocket and I dont dig around my pockets anymore.

Almost 2024 and I'm still carrying mine! Countless years later. I do indulge in a Spyderco Delica 4 in k390 too.

Bm940 is basically the AK of knives.

you're camera seems to be 10+ years old

Love a long term review, nothing more pure.

Hi sir, nice listening to you talking relaxed and positively about an very well designed EDC

Great video, thanks. I bougth my 940 with 154 CM steel about 12 years ago, did not carry it much because it is illegal to carry any knife in Italy and also I like to rotate my collection of 20+ knives. Still one of my favorite, if not the favorite.

Impressive review- 10 years of use! Really enjoyable. Thanks

Great review! I'm a chef (and, it seems, late to the comment game) and I got my 940 for Christmas last year. It kicked the Mini-Grip and the Rat2 out of my pocket the first day. The 940 just disappears in my pocket until I need it. I'm with you on trading a bit of blade play for an easy open. 100% recommend, and 100% subscribed!

Have never considered a 940 till now, thanks for your review.

I feel like near every Benchmade owner has a story with their knife. My first was a 530, which I spent money I shouldn't have on and lost when it fell out of my pocket on the freeway (motorcycle). I spent days going up and down the shoulder looking for it and it was lost. A year later I would get the 531. When I was around 18-19 I first saw one and I knew I would own it. It's a shame it's a dead design now, as I think it beats their Bugout line in spades, save being 531CM over S30V. I'm finally going to update to the 9400, which is the automatic version of the Osbourne. I can say that Benchmades hold up, retain their value and the axis lock is phenomenal. I don't baby my knives and it's held up to a lot for being such a light knife. I own one other Benchmade and it too has been living up to the task. Simpler still about this particular knife; I'd heard about Osbournes before I even knew Benchmade produced them. It's a hard knife, and I'm looking forward to mine. Cheers

My Benchmade knife (mini Barrage) has assisted opening. It has a lock so it can't open accidentally. The lock can also be engaged when the blade is open to prevent the Axis mechanism from moving during use. I've been carrying this knife every day for over 6 years. I often carry it unlocked and it has never accidentally opened in my pocket or in any other situation such as when it has been clipped to the front of my PFD. As far as opening it quietly as you discussed, I can open it one-handed without making a sound. Benchmade's assisted opening knives work very well, I don't know about other brands. If a person wants a knife that has assisted-opening, there is no need to shy away from it--at least with Benchmade's Axis design.

I've had my Benchmade Griptilian for 15 years. I replaced the original black handles with yellow handles which makes it look more civilian/safety and I've had to send it in to have the omega springs replaced once. Mine has the 440c steel. I love mine and it keeps working flawlessly.

great video just got my second one also. it is the perfect EDC knife indeed

Beautiful pair of 940s Joe! Good well-used knives should be full of dings, scratches, and nicks. Just like scratched up vintage Fender guitars, there is something special about a knife's wear marks that tell the story of its use in the hands of its owner. When my Grandpa passed, he left his small Case pocket knife to me. It was worn hard, sharpened on a course grinder wheel (yikes!), with worn bolsters, and a bit of rust. A cherished keepsake for sure. Good on you for using your knives, and keeping them serviced enough to continue performing.

I own several 940’s some first production runs too as collectibles...and as an avid knife user I find this knife to be an amazing value and one of the best options available. The size and weight is perfect and amount of utility you get it ideal.

I own several Barrages in 154CM, and I'd agree in that 154 is not my favorite steel for holding an edge either. But, I like the knives and have used them for years. I did, however, recently buy a Super Freek in CPM-M4 and, wow, all I've done is to smooth out the grind and strop that steel using CBN emulsion. That steel is really amazing!

I just got mine this year 2020 .. I wanted the aluminum handle because I love the beat up look over the years.. thanks so much for this great video..

Most excellent review ... covered all the concerns and a few I had not considered .. always perplexed as to what knives are all about and their utility .. but as with any tool .. form, fit, function is so important .. recently lost a 940 that was always with my kit for the last 10 years (somebody is going to find a great knife that been gently used).. and replacing it with the same and upgraded steel .. this knife just feels and works right for me .. I'm certainly not a knife collector, but appreciate this little gem of a knife for what it is .. and what it is not .. thanks for taking the time to share this information .. sometimes I do make a right decision .. :)

Thanks for the upload and keep the great videos coming.

My mini grip is 15 years old, carried everyday and it's still going strong. Just recently been on a blade kick and bought a few different makes and models but the mini OG is still in the rotation.

The first pocket knife I owned was a Benchmade Griptillian, Carried it and abused it for about 6-7y up till loosing it on a camping trip with my scout troop. bought it on the army base my mother was stationed on, $40. After a while of treating it crap I was pretty sure something was going to break eventually. I didn’t realize just how awesome that knife was, until I had owned a few knives around $20-$40 from the academy/Walmart

Just picked up a 945 Osbourne mini and I love it! Around 3 inches, it takes the classic and makes it more compact ☺️

I can honestly say this review made me buy a Benchmade 940 and I now carry it everyday! I got mine used so the scales have some wear already but just got a brand new blade and I am in love! I will sometime buy a brand new one just to wear it on and all but until then this will be my user and all my other knives are going to be put up for a bit I do rotate this and my Benchmade Adamas but mainly it's this as if lately.

👍 Good review. Nice to watch a review of a product that has seen real use over a long period of time.

Great review ! 2 thumbs up . Nice to watch a review from someone who has really given the 940 a chance to live up to it's reputation .Think I would stop just short of using the butt-end for a hammer - lol .

absolutely excellent and honest video! i'll be buying one after many years of putting it off.

Hopefully benchmade never stops making this knife. Have had mine for about a year

bought my first benchmade this week. had to go with the 940. looking forward to the next 10 years with this knife.

Thanks for taking the time and effort to do this long term review of the 940 - an all time favorite for many. A most useful and unique review. Thanks Joe.

I've got two 941's from 2000-2003 one is teal blue and the other is red. Not the 940-1 but the 941. They both have 154cm and I haven't had to do anything but strop and maybe use a 4000 grit ceramic stone. Plus it's a different style blade. My favorite Benchmades!

the spring in my osborne finally gave out and snapped after 15 years of use because i dropped the knife while it was open on concrete. it landed perfectly on its tip :/ didnt chip or damage the blade tho remarkably! mine is in the S30V

I just got a 940. It is without a doubt the finest pocket knife I have ever owned

Just bought a 940-1, and your video definitely helps with the sticker shock I've been having. This review puts me at ease over the others I've watched. Thank you Sir!

First video I've ever seen of yours- Nice job!!

This has got to be the best pocket knife review on KZfaq.

I like to see a well used carry knife. The wear just adds character. Good video.

Did you buy it at the Moreno Valley Mall at Grommets Cutlery

Congratulations on being the only guy who does not want a knife to open quickly or who thinks kids are scared of them. Different strokes I guess. Good info on the exceptional durability of the knife's function ability and the company's blade replacement policy. I also have had liner locks fail but not the AXIS lock. I like the Benchmade 810-1801 Contego, 3.9" M390 SS Satin Plain Blade. (

I bought a 940 with the green handles because of this video and the action and cutting with it has been amazing

Excellent review. You might also want to see the Hickock45 review of the Spyderco Delica. Same sentiments - different knife.

A nice in-depth, real world review. Especially liked the examples of how you use it.

Just a solid EDC, I have mine in a leather bels sheath hardly notice it’s there until I have to use it.

I'll be excited when my 940 gets this level of patina on it.

Great perspective. I love all of my 940s almost as much as my Cadet! The 940 is my favorite modern folder. Thank you for sharing your experience and use. 😊

Im sold . Great video. thanks for helping justify the cost. 10 years is a long time for knife.. I wont be using mine like you use yours . its a lifetime knife for me..

Great review. Its the favorite blade mine

Fantastic monster review!!! Thank you!

Great through review of the 940 .... one of the best I've seen on KZfaq. Appreciate seeing how the 940 has held up

I consider the Osborne 940 as one of the best EDC knives around. I currently have 3. I just love them. The G10 model is even better then the regular one. I have put deep carry clips on all of them. BM will send you free ones. And that changes it from a good knife to an awesome one.

Cool knife. Thought about the 20cv version. Still not sure.

I just got my first 940, I own approx 50 folders and somehow this 940 has been in my pocket for a couple weeks straight with no want to switch it for something else. I couldn’t understand the hype around this knife until I bought it and stuffed it in my pocket. Truly Amazing.

Just bought my first real knife glad I went with the Benchmade mini griptilian

Good video! Looking to buy my first 940.

Nice!!! I just got me a 940. I’m a little late to the party. I’ve been carrying a 710 for just over 20 years. Figured it was time for a new knife. Lol

Outstanding video, Man! I just got my first Mini-Grip this past Christmas. It has been in my pocket nearly every day since. BM is sending me a deep carry clip, too. After seeing this video there is DEFINITELY a 940 that will be on my soon-to-purchase list. Thanks for the great review that was 10 years in the making!

No hate on benchmade. Just my experience. My first benchmade knife was the spring Assisted Volley. In order to adjust the pivot you have to remove the front scale. Shortly after getting the knife I had to adjust it. Shortly after that my axis lock spring broke. It was my first benchmade knife and it left a bad taste in my mouth for a long time. Recently I find my self purchasing benchmade knives again. And they have not let me down. Thanks to your video I will be picking up a 940 Osborne soon. Thanks for the video.

This is a damn good review! Thank you!

Best 940 review ever. Also been using mine as a light hammer since I watched this and it hasn't even scratched the green coating yet, so tough for such a light weight slim knife. Love it.

I bought a 940 back in about 2000. I have taken it on multiple combat deployments, been everywhere in the world. Only thing i don't like about it is the blade always feels a bit "wiggly."

I know this is an older video, but this is a great review. I own 2 of them. Loved what you said about the muscle memory. I was out with my kid a few years ago and a dog came running at him. I didn't have my pistol at the time, but let's just say the knife came in very handy. The dog was minimally harmed, but it certainly encouraged the owner to come out and deal with their dog before things got worse ;)

Love my ZT 0770, it’s really turned me onto flippers, it’s a do everything knife for me, self defense is important which is why I like how it’s assisted, it’s going to open properly EVERYTIME when split seconds count. It is also rock solid, not the slightest give or wobble in any direction and is very lightweight for a knife too. Love it :)

I have carried my 940 for 4 years. Thanks for the review, and for giving me confidence to use my 940 harder.

Great review!

i was tossed between the bug out, but it just felt cheap, and this review sealed the deal for me, thank you sir,

That was a really thorough review, been thinking about buying one for a few weeks now but you've sold me. Cheers mate

he said open some mail, cut some strings , make a pbj ... LOL i spit my coffee LOL LOL LOL

Man, not trying to rip on your camera quality, but this would be the all-time best 940 video hands down, if you had recorded this with a good quality camera or in HD. I still love this video but please consider doing another one with a good camera!! You could just make the title of the video say "15 years" instead of 10!

How often do you sharpen your knife? And do you sharpen them yourself? Ive had my 940 with the s30v steel for 18 years and carry it as a more casual edc. I do use it alot and end up needing to sharpen it probably every 6 months, it holds an edge for an impressive amount of time. I get it professionally sharpened by a knife maker with 45 years experience. Lyle Brunkhorst knives. And have never needed to replace my actual blade, and it doesn't look anywhere close to how worn yours is...

I appreciate your excellent long time review. I bought a 940S-1 and a 940-1501 last year and expect the same long time service as you have gotten.

I have been carrying mine since they first came out it is a prototype.

About time for an update.

😂 I also use my knife to modify my coffee lid vents! 🙂

Best review Ive seen . thankyou for reality.

It's been 3 weeks and my 945 omega spring is already broken time to see how much of a hassle that lifetime warranty is

I don't know why but I feel like this guy would make a good drinking buddy

Great video and testimony for a wonderful design. You're right! Your review has huge credibility given your length of use and also with you being a Knife Maker. I appreciate the insight of the multiple heat treatments of your neck knife's blade.

see you in another 10 years for 1 review. LMAO

Nice review and history on those 940’s. Fast forward several years from when you made this video and Benchmade introduces the 9400 automatic. There’s lots of negative feedback on the 9400 stating the knife can open in the pocket and cut the carrier. Who knew?

My question is why did you buy it 10+ years ago? I got mine a few years ago but I did a lot of research beforehand through the forums. Took me awhile to learn benchmade, and longer to justify the price.

How many omega springs have you gone through? That's the only thing holding me back, being that I'm in Canada the warranty doesn't apply for me, I cant ship it back to Benchmade for any work

Great review, benchmade should sponsor your channel. Never wanted a 940 more.

I don't know what it is about my luck, but this guy has had this knife 10 years and has never broken an omega spring (unless I missed something). I owned a mini grip 556 for one year and had 3 break!

Thanks for sharing this information! I just ordered my first 940 a little while ago and I'm super excited to start using it!

I've had mine 8-9 years now. not used as often or hard as you for a long time.. but I think its an awesome knife. mine is convex. :)