*Couple weeks later* "Why i switched back to my 940"

I've never had one in my hands but its something about the body lines of the 940 that appeals to me so much more than the rounded plastic handle.

Cody seem to of gotten a hold of some ecstasy or something

What is this? Some kind of knife-erotica? It kind of feels like I don't want anyone walking in on me while I watch this...

Don't sell the 940! The fizz will wear off and you'll wish you still had the 940. 940=GOAT!!

this is not a review, this is a 20min ad

Opening paint cans and food preparation. Two things I literally never use a pocket knife for.

I own a Benchmade 940 because of your videos. I keep it because it is still the best knife I've ever felt in my hands. Every time I open it, I fall in love all over again. Can't justify purchasing another one yet, but do a couple more videos and you might change my mind. Thanks again!

I’ve carried this knife every day since May 2020. It’s so light I forget it’s in my pocket until I need it, which is often. Best EDC purchase of my life.

It still is the last knife you will ever buy, because the new ones were send to you...

After 10 years the 940 looks like a badass apocalypse tool, after 10 years the bugout looks like a broken piece of plastic

I am a 24 year old big rig driver Cody, and have a few knifes with me. Sometimes I feel the collection I have doesn't have a mid sized, sleek, knife. I either have something smaller than this, or something with a larger blade, but huge heavy handles. This would be perfect to have in my pocket for food prep in the cab. Thanks for sharing :)

Dang...I thought you were gonna say 2 ....one for a giveaway! Wooooo!!

I discovered the 940’s through watching your video’s. I bought one for myself. You don’t have to turn your back on the 940 just because you got a new knife. The 940 holds this distinction, “it is a working mans knife” with no frills or excuses. It’s nice to get a knew knife capable of being an every day knife. However don’t DIS my 940!

I've had the Bugout for a couple months now, I don't even notice it when I have it on me. I've got the same coyote tan that they sent you. I had to work on the screw a little bit(it was a bit tight and couldn't release it with a flick) and add some thread locker to avoid it backing up. The clip is perfect and I always use it(i don't go out on the bush), maybe the only bad thing about this knife is that sometimes, in certain applications the handle feels weak and you can see it flexing, but I don't think it's going to break unless you use it as a prybar. I'm curious to know if it would be better with G10 The black finish on the blade has some traction, so for cutting thick carboard the plain stainless steel finish is better. This is one of my 2 EDC knife, the other one is a Kershaw Skyline, identic blade shape

I feel like i need to be laying down on a *YOGA MAT* with my *EYES CLOSED* as *INCENSE BURNING* in the background. It is the most *RELAXING* knife video i have *EVER WATCHED* ! Thank You Cody.

Cody really channeled his inner serial killer on this one. Would anyone else be ashamed to recommend this video to one of their non-KZfaq watching friends?

Is it just me that finds this video hypnotizing or did I take too much weed. His tone of voice totally sounds different.

I gave up on Benchmade knives had two mini grips the blades couldn’t hold an edge. Bought Spyderco Native it came sharp it holds a good edge. My everyday work knife is a folding utility knife. Easy to keep sharp change out the blade with a new one.

Ahh that was so enjoyable. The way you talk about knives is so close to obsessive but yet so informative. Now I’m pissed as I sit here looking at my green 940. Edges worn and all.

Why do I feel compelled to buy a knife, that I really do not need. Cody, ever think of selling sand in the desert? You'd make a fortune.

Would love to send you one of my Chris reeves sebenza’s to get your opinion on such an iconic knife

My go to knife for the last 14 years has been my Kershaw Leek. It was a gift from my late grandfather in law, and I've been carrying it all these years. I recently bought my sister, mom, and father in law new Benchmade knives for Christmas and they all love them. I also got my brother a Kershaw Leek like mine but with the carbon fiber handle scales. I've had my knife so long that I can't justify using anything else until it either fails or breaks. I periodically buy new knives when one really catches my eye, but most of those end up in a box of knives in my collection. My leek is all I need for now, it's become a part of me.

FYI the real reason for the pocket clip existing is that in some states (like GA for example) any blade over 3" you need to have a concealed weapons permit to carry in your pocket. If you leave the clip on the outside of the pocket, the blade technically isn't concealed and will allow you to legally carry a larger knife without a license.

Getting a weird vibe from the video Cody

First, I am a huge benchmade fan and own several. I was so excited when the bugout came out and I loved it, but I couldn’t let myself buy one because of the handle. I think if they made a g-10 or aluminum scaled model, it would be the perfect EDC. It gives me the “fizz” but I’m holding out for an updated model. 🤞 You should check out the Grizzly Ridge, the material is extremely grippy and will hold it in your pocket, even when using a pocket clip.

I ended up carrying a Ganzo 720, when the belt clip , like you, became a hinderance I removed it and just put it in a belt pouch. Have had for years now, been wacking woods with it for trail clearing, shooting lanes, etc, and then touching it up a bit for the steak dinner. Copy of the Lion steel. My buddy gave me a 940, it is sitting in the drawer, did not want to damage it. Thanks for the channel, it is my go to for reference

What steel type is the blade . I look at that first as l like a blade that holds an edge as l don't like my edge getting dull. A steel like D2 or S3v or O1 if a high carbon steel alloy.

Hey ho Wrangler⭐️good to know that you have a „ relationship „ with your good stuff. I made my own knives showing on my channel. I never would give them away easy. Even on custom made. Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 Nice channel u have.

I only have a few EDC knives (I'm a user, not a collector), but the bugout is definitely next on my list. It really strikes a balance that nothing else I own does. As nice as the blue is, I am hoping for some more color choices. A stonewashed blade with a nice forest green handle and thumb stud would be very nice. Are you listening, Benchmade?

What are the shelves from ikea you have in your gear room?

I am so happy to have another no clip brother out there. My issue isn't with losing knives, its that the time it takes to get a knife in your pocket at exactly the right spot is much more annoying than orieting a blade pulled out of pocket.

The BugOut was the first knife from Benchmade that made me buy one. I have liked other Benchmade knives but not so much that I went right out and purchased one. The BugOut is one of the cleanest designs I feel Benchmade has ever made.

Great looking knife. Make sure you give us a 6 month or year review. It'll take us that long to save up for it anyway ;]

I bought a bugout a few months ago for my first EDC knive in years. When I showed it to my uncle, who is a high end knive collector, he pulled the same knife out of his pocket!

Do you mind telling us where you got the deep carry pocket clip you mentioned at 13:00? Thanks!

A wise man watches the review videos before he decides to make the purchase or not! lol

Of course the cutting apples reference... Blade HQ anyone?

I love how I can hear the love and almost caress in your voice when you’re talking about knives

I'm one of those guys that hasn't bought a $200 knife. My most recent knife purchase is a Cold Steel Kudu, which has served me well, especially the longer handle is great for busting up bagged ice for my water jug. May go above $100 sooner than $200, but it's going to have to be a special knife.

I personally like the Benchmade Osborne 940 better than the Benchmade Bugout!!! The Bugout feels a little bit flimsy to me when compared to the 940!!! I personally like the Benchmade 940 in black G10, because it's piller construction and has green standoffs!!!

I want a G10 version of this blade!

I have more than a few Benchmade knives, and they are one one brand that never disappoints me. But i carry a SOG Twitch, which I sharpen on a Chef mate knife sharpener. It cuts like a razor. I use to carry a Benchmade but it was bigger and heavier. The SOG has a clip, and I clip it inside my pocket. Granted, I don't open paint cans with it, but i do open mail, and use it to cut most anything. The SOG has a locking mechanism that not only locks open, it can lock closed as well, meaning you can't open it until you release the lock. That was to keep it from opening in my pocket. It also cost a fraction of what I paid for many of my Benchmade knives. I bought 4 of them from China via Ali express. That was after I got one from a Walmart, and liked it a lot. Then I lost it when they took form me as I entered a court house, and I forgot to ask for it back as I left. That would have been different if it was one of my Benchmade's.

I bought my bugout as a lightweight camping/backpack knife originally but after I got it and carried it as my edc for a few days, I retired both my Spyderco PM2 and Benchmade 940. I know the general complaints about the bugout is that the scales feel weak and flex but honestly, they’re very tough and it’s hard to beat how lightweight and comfortable this thing sits in your pocket.

... No. I reject this. The 940 is a tool, the bugout looks like a toy.

While we were watching this video, my son took out his pocket knife and cleaned it. Subliminal knife care? You decide. LOL

So Cody, if I might ask, I know you're like myself and you enjoy to have options on what you carry on you daily. I know you also enjoy fixing things, and I know you have a lot of tools. However, is there a reason as to why you carry a dedicated folding knife as compared to something as a multi tool? I mean I can understand most multi tools do take up a little bit more pocket space as to a slim line knife, however would the advantage of having some small tools to be able to work on something outweigh the difference? Through my years I've carried many knives, from high end Benchmades to extremely cheap Kershaw's. Then I started into the multitool market, and to be honest I've only began carrying a multitool as my main blade. I carry the Gerber Suspension NXT literally every single day. The blade is decent for all my cutting needs. Plus opening bags with the scissors, having the pliers to fix something that has came loose on my company vehicle or something, I realized that having those options in my opinion is better than just having a single blade

Are u still.usiing ur bugout or 940 and of so have u had any issues with the omega springs breaking on benchmades great review

Congratulations on your new knife. It's a beauty! But I think you could have said everything you needed to say about it in 9 or 10 minutes.

I have them both and I carry them in rotation. I can tell you that the bugout is a great knife but the 940 gains character as time goes by. Ever scratch,nick and mark the hand gains is a story. The bugout has plastic handles and will never gain that kind of detaiil. My suggestion. Give the 940 to your son. If you pass it down to your son he will have something to remind him how hard his father works and the respect of having his father's once most important tool. Just a suggestion. Cheers from California

I took your advice and took the pocket clip off of my griptilian because it always caught on the seat belt of my work vehicle. It also fits in my hand much more comfortablely now.

Funny thing about those modern plastic handled knives. I never was a fan of them but, about six years ago, I picked up a $30 plastic handled Leatherman at Walmart. I really didn't like it at first. But then it really grew on me and it is the primary knife I reach for to clip to my pocket for my everyday needs. There's something about the simplicity, lightness, durability and easy cleaning that just works. No separate little pieces do get loose or collect dirt. The texture is great for most, if not all conditions. Funny how that happens sometimes. You have two beautiful knives there. Thanks for showing them to us and remember, all knives have a story and there is always a valid reason why you bought a particular one at the time. Keep it and rotate their use because they all deserve appreciation.

Beta wave meditation music in the background ... " BUY BENCHMADE KNIVES" p.s. did you smoke a blunt before this video? lol

Is it just me or is this video psychological?!

I’m getting a bugout with my Christmas money! Thanks for the video!

I carry both the 940-1 and the Bugout and everyday I have an argument with myself as to which one to carry I LOVE them both. You can buy the Rouge blade works CF scales for the Bugout and it takes it to another level of awesome.

I want a 940 but I cant get over the blade shape... I just recently found out about the 943 more my style

Hell no I woulda been like a little kid in candy store if I got an e-mail from BENCHMADE saying they want to GIVE me a knife? 😨 wait what.? Congrats

Everybody has their favorite. I finally add a _Black Kat_ to my collection and realized I loved the thing but wanted stainless steel so I did some checking and got one in stainless steel. Not a pry bar but it does great on food prep and cutting up steaks. It is a lock back even though it dates back till about 1863 or there about. I can open it one handed if I want to though it clearly is not designed to do that.

oddly enough, i made the reverse decision about blade shape. i love the 940 shape compared to the drop point blade profile of the new one. i had a gerber that i've mentioned on your gerber factory tour video, but i wanted to experience an american premium product. after much hesitation i finally took the plunge and bought the 940. i never noticed a lack of a point with what i use it for, but the strength of the blade impressed me. it is strong and smooth and feels more like gemstone than metal to me. the long, thin, beefy blade appeals to me. the only con is the brown handle. when i was sharpening it for the first time the stone ate away the paint revealing the beautiful aluminum handle. i sand papered it off leaving only the purple stripe at the top. it is absolutely the most beautiful knife i could imagine now. since there is no accounting for taste, i hope you love your new knife, don't be afraid to pop open them paint cans with that thin tip now. ;)

I’m getting a simple, yet affective, Benchmade Griptilian 551 with Orange handle...because I don’t want to lose it....for Christmas. My first Benchmade. Looking forward to it. I hope you love your Benchmade.

the springs on the axis lock broke on my bugout twice! benchmade is way over rated.

I wondering if you can swap the blade from the bugout to the 940. The lanyard hole was a huge selling point for me. They don't have many knives with a good sized hole. I carry my knives with no clip, I grab it with the lanyard.

I saw the Bugout on a Blade HQ best EDC knives video last year and it looked great. the instant I saw one in the store I held it and it was a done deal. I've carried it for over a year now and there hasnt been a day go by that I dont carry it, use it, flip it for fun, tell others about it, etc. I honestly feel like it's the perfect knife. I will buy a sand color one when I'm ready to send this one in for sharpening because I can't imagine being without one for a day. The shape, profile, build, weight, blade material, pocket clip, action, lock, are all perfect. And its not so aggressive looking that you pull it out to open a box that you scare people away. I have more conversations about the knife started with me than any other that i've ever carried.

Choking on the kool-aid over here....."My Precious!"

Any chance of asking Benchmade for a promo code for you viewers to save a little money on ordering a bugout?

I loved this video. I agree a great pocket knife is a godsend. I still have my Swedish made Normark pocket knife which after almost 40 years still feels great in my hand and holds a razor edge due to the high quality steel they used then.

Thanks for the video, I watched it without sound but with subtitles. Really made me focus on the hands handling the knife, almost caressing it every now and then... somehow I have a feeling this knife is a keeper!

No one who has a 940 is looking at this knife to replace it. Get real.

Fondling a knife? You're overcompensating.!

Yesterday while shopping at knifeworks in sevierville Tennessee I walked up to the bench made counter and asked to see the 940. The sales person looked at me and said "this one is selling like crazy right now, apparently there's some KZfaq guy named wranglerstar who talks about his all the time and now all his fans want one". I've only owned case knives but after seeing the benchmade I had to have one. Thanks for the videos

I like it, and would certainly take one if offered, but as far as value-for-$ goes, I think it's hard to beat my Cold Steel GoldenEye. $20 or so less than the Bugout, has S35VN steel, nice and thin, and has the tri-ad lock, which I could hang from (180lbs). Loving it!

Blue handle one looks like something Liberace or Elton John would carry...

Well... I don't want to throw shade....so I will just say, if anyone wants a tutorial on how to make a good seven minute video, into a weird kinda rambling 20 minute one, this would be where to start.

Memorizing video. I started watching it at my dinner table, with my kids playing (fighting) in the family room. I had to retire to my shop, with the crickets, to really enjoy it. Cody, you should lend your voice to audio books. I'd buy them. God bless.

My 940-2 has the g10 scales and the lime green liner spacers and the pass through design! A lot of similarities to this with the 940 heritage! Thanks for sharing!

He literally made a video on why he HATES the bugout

Spyderco Paramilitary 2 or Manix, try either and you'll throw those things out and never think about Benchmade again.

I recently got a #560 Freek because of your reviews, I love it.

Try the Mel Pardue thumbhole mini griptilian with 20cv blade if you want perfection. I love my benchmade so much I'm afraid to carry them. Almost lost my carbon fiber 940 by leaving it on the bed of my truck. Drove for 30 minutes before accidentally realizing once I arrived at my destination and saw it 2" from the edge of my flat bed!!!

I agree with some of the other posts. You spent 20 minutes playing with a knife. A little on the strange side. If you were using it, or testing it, make an hour out of it.

benchmades are pretty meh for the price. much rather get a we knife if i'm gonna spend that kind of money. i feel bad for the people who think benchmades are as good as it gets and have never experienced true quality.

I have 2 Benchmade knives that I have had for many years . A Mini Reflex and a Stimulus I believe its called. Carried the mini for a long time but didnt care for the serrated blade but loved the knife. I sometimes carry the the other one on Sundays. Both knives are great but a little on the smaller side. I may have to check out the Bug Out. Thanks for your take on it.

I found the handle scales to be quite rough one the edges. Took it apart and hit the edges with buffing wheel. Much better now just a few seconds on the edges and you're good to go.

Oh my gosh, 21 minutes of twiddling a damn knife in your fingers.

i can almost guarantee that bugout will be broken within six months

I purchased a 940 due to your influence a wile back. I have enjoyed the 940 quite a wile now! I carried a spyderco endura4 with the plastic scales. When using the endura 4 one day I felt the scales bending under torsion. Obviously there not made for such abuse however I went straight back you the 940 with the ridged handle that would take much more strain! I really enjoy and carry my 940 every day! Just something to consider when caring a plastic handled knife. I have since purchased aftermarket aluminum scales for my endura 4. If I were to get a bugout I would have to get aluminum or titanium aftermarket handles. The slight increase in weight would be well worth it! Really enjoy watching your videos and the quality of entertainment!

Love my Loco 808 serrated BM, lost it about 3 months ago I was heart broken Bit the bullet and bought a new one after a a couple weeks . Then about 3 weeks went by, My Mom was over and my girls (Wifey Daughter ) were planting flowers and all of a sudden my 2r old says poppa poppa look look !,, my mom turns around And low and behold in a shrub hanging on the smallest branch my knife is hanging there my daughter saw it I didn’t hear her at first as I was carrying a large bag of potting soil on my shoulder . I smile and say well I have two now :) then I was lectured by my Mother for leaving a sharp knife where my daughter could get I also,no longer use the belt clip. Keep up the good work Wranglerstars MerryXmas !!!

Ummm, get a room...

Almost the same lineage? Excuse me? And you cant dig out splinters out with the 940 because the point is somehow flawed? Trying to compare the two totally different configurations is a stretch at best. Listen, I loved the Bugout when I handled it, but I can't help but like it less for having watched this gooshy, gushy, "review." Roman columns??? The lanyard hole felt "sporty?" I was laughing out loud.

Apparently I can't get a 940 in the UK. Anyone got any suggestions for a supplier or an alternative. Unfortunately I don't like Spyderco.

Other downside of the coated blade is it binds in material. I have a very sharp edge but I have to use excessive force.

okay dont go to this guy for any knife advice

That’s the worst video ever made. Fidgeting for 21 min. I hope you do that to your wife at least that long.

I have the bug out and love it but I put carbon fiber scales on it and it transformed the knife highly recommend doing that also I don’t know why bench made doesn’t make them studs out of solid color because just after a few times the paint starts wearing off

I ended up buying the mini presidio 2 in cf elite. Very similar size to the bugout but has full stainless liners. All good knives, can’t go wrong with any of them.

20 min video lusting over a comically overpriced pocketknife....

Stainless blade? No thanks.

Good video as always. Relax guys, he clearly states at the end that he is basically on the fence as he acknowledges the newness of the bugout is still a big influence. Time will tell!

Got mine last week and love it . I put my mini barrage back in its box and in the footlocker . . . .at least for the next few weeks :)