Benchmade 940-1 Long Term Full Review

[@jonr9581]

I would disregard comments suggesting that this is a clone or recommending the clone. I imagine they are working to advertise for the criminal enterprises that sell the garbage. They try to make legitimate sounding comparisons to imply that there are minimal quality differences between the real and the garbage thus giving one the impression that the genuine one is overpriced. I'm just happy that tariffs may be placed on all chinese imports so we can avoid this kind of garbage from washing ashore.

[@aliasronin5661]

I would take off your tinfoil hat sir. My comment was only merely looking out for you and giving you awareness that there are pretty convincing clones out there. You should check to make sure that you weren't jipped or taken advantaged of. I am in fact against the Chinese clones so I have no clue where your thought process came from.

[@jonr9581]

If you are not advertising clones, then my message is not directed at you. It is aimed at those advertising clones in the comment section. Mine is not a clone. If it were, I am sure benchmade would have noticed when i sent it in for service. Furthermore, I purchased it from a local authorized retailer which basically reduces the chance of receiving clone to 0%. On top of all of that, having a strong familiarity with the product is your best defense. This is my final word on the topic. Thanks for watching.

[@Hohmies86]

There is a ridge line on the blade that starts around the thumb stud and tapers down and somewhat goes behind the carbon fiber, dead give away of an authentic 940-1! Plus the blue studs and tightness of carbon fiber... definitely an authentic benchmade

[@grizzlycountry1030]

@@jonr9581 box of foil is in the mail to you.

[@BigTonyftw]

you can get the exact same knife for $160 cheaper. Dont defend companies that overcharge and push away 95% of knife lovers who cant afford to buy a 200$ knife. THANK YOU CHINA FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THE MIDDLE CLASS. Hopefully these knife companies bring their prices back down to reality instead of having luxery prices for basic tools

[@Roberthurz]

After watching and drooling many reviews of this knife for over 3 years, I finally bought one. I should have it early next week. I feel like a 12 year old at Christmas. It was your review that finally wore me down. I absolutely had to have this blade for EDC. It was on my bucket list. I will be 70 next year. I still haven't grown up... I don't really care. LOL!

[@curtwilliams6655]

Just wanted to see how you like the knife after having it a few months? I've finally ordered mine after reading numerous positive comments on this for an edc.

[@Jp-md3ir]

@@curtwilliams6655 you're going to LOVE IT! I just got mine about6 months ago & couldn't be happier. It never leaves my pocket &I feel naked without it lol. I use it at work, everyday use, opening packages, cutting cardboard, I get board& whittle sticks &it keeps going. Definitely the best knife I've ever owned. The action is so smooth, it's like a fidget spinner. I flipped it open and closed all day for about 2 weeks lol. A pro tip tho, the factory edge is really rough. Sharp, but rough. Find a reputable sharpening service & get a good polished edge put on it for about $15. Or invest in a wicked edge or lansky. I think I went with 18° or 20° for a good broad edge &to not be to thin with a micro bevel about 2 degrees thinner for a razor sharp cut. Took it down to 5000 grit & finished with a leather strop for a mirror polish, SCARY SHARP! Haven't touched a stone since. Just strop on a good piece of leather glued to a flat board & 5000 grit rubbing compound (not polishing compound) rubbed into the leather every so often maintains a razor edge. Hope this serves you well & congrats

[@sputumtube]

It's a known fact that if you haven't 'grown up' by the age of 55, you don't have to.. ;)

[@jeetts59]

Roberthurz I’m 76 and I’ve just bought one and love it

[@sputumtube]

@@jeetts59 Nice one Harold. Hope you get many years of use from it. :)

[@petervu9773]

I like that pocket clip too, better retention as well ... love my 940-1

[@Rashoop]

Great way to put it with the S90V when it comes to sharpening: it does not want to give up its metal. Sweet knife. Great review.

[@sputumtube]

I've got six Benchmade's including two 940's. The Achilles Heel of all the Axis lock range is the weak Omega spring. I'm in the UK and had to send one of my 940's back to Benchmade twice in one year despite very gentle, occasional use. The Benchmade warranty system is flawless though, and despite the Atlantic ocean being in the way, I got it back within six weeks each time with continued email updates regarding progress. By the way, I agree with you about the ergonomics of the standard pocket clip. Great review - thanks for posting.

[@SGM805]

I’m in the UK can you recommend where to buy from? Thanks

[@ScottieG59]

I use the deep carry clip on my 940s and, often, carry them in my shirt pocket. Though this is not the best at piercing or slicing, it does everything reasonably well while having a strong point. I have not broken any Omega springs, though people raise that as a concern.

[@bobdegutis302]

Hey, thanks for your review. I just got one of these and I was thinking to replace the clip with one of those split arrow clips . I’ve got one on a mini grip and I’ve always liked the way it looks with that clip. But after what you said about the bigger spoon clip, I’m going to leave that on there. I’m sure it will wear well with age maybe having that bit more of surface area will you better in the pocket retention and getting it out. I also don’t really understand the fascination with the deep clips. I like to have a good knife so that I can have something to grasp. Also, I don’t like how the pants pocket grabs on the screw heads with those deep carry clips.

[@faethe000]

Mine's 3 years old now and still looks like I just bought it. That stonewashed blade just doesn't scratch, and neither does the carbon fiber.

[@lovelauracp]

Maintenance should be a 5 being that Benchmade will sharpen it for free for life , How good can it get

[@Nohkral]

Let's hope they sharpen it better then factory edge

[@averageknifeenjoyer3108]

not if you are foreign ( about 30 dollars shipping each way) or if you buy second hand which in england is the only way to get a good deal seeing as from major english retailers it runs350-450 dollars which is dumb

[@joshuamoore3885]

Can you update us with another long term review please?

[@johnagen3688]

That would be awesome!

[@johnagen3688]

Really wish he would!!!

[@diezelvh4133]

How about a 5yr review? I agree with everything you said. Even about the standard clip. I use the OG 940 with s30v, which has proven to be one of my favorite steels besides K390 Delica. I've had mine for about 22yrs total. Well, I lost my first one, but I'm sure I'd still be using it daily if I didn't.

[@Arnerse]

Very nice review!! Helps solidify my decision in the purchase

[@vblack7372]

If you're not a salesman you missed your calling. I was torn between this and two others and will be purchasing this as soon as Im done watching your video.

[@nnlark]

perfect tips about the edc gentlemen's use with slacks - thanks bro

[@jonr9581]

I learned the hard way. Your welcome.

[@edwardschofield6692]

Just saw this.Great review,keep up p the good work.

[@Phiz787]

That was a really good review, thank you.

[@hagninety4116]

Nice video!! You make some good points. Enjoyed it.

[@dlk449]

Good for rope and produce, check. Funny how other reviews have it cutting so much more. Good review overall, but maybe more than apples and rope for the actual stuff it can cut.

[@donnyh3497]

Damned good review Jon.

[@wretchpin]

I carry a zombie hunter series for cleaning my nails....which is the best steel you think, to go through bone??

[@jlogue751]

Carbon666

[@RJIVHALO]

I have the exact same knife. As for benchmade knives in general I have a few issues with them. First and foremost is the price. Benchmade knives are always substantially more than a comparable Spyderco. Second, benchmade has some quality control issues. Many that I have had have had terribly centered blades and also terrible grinds. Finally, I have an issue with the axis lock. Don’t get me wrong, it is a very functional and fun to use locking mechanism, however the omega springs that are an essential part of the axis lock have a tendency to just break. Yes, benchmade will replace them for no cost, but the inconvenience is there. One springs in my 940-1 broke after about 3 or four months of normal use. It wasn’t even my edc. I would use maybe 3 times a week. It took about 2 weeks in total from the day I sent my knife in to the day I got it back in the mail.

[@jojojeep1]

The bug out clip perfect clip For that Knife asked me how I know, Yep and it’s really super deep you don’t see the knife and the clip is small you should give that one a try

[@jojojeep1]

I just picked one up on eBay for 217 seven dollars delivery, I’m usually a fixed blade person or traditional slip joint this is my first so-called flipper and I hope I’m gonna be happy with it

[@johndoe5229]

Clone?

[@jojojeep1]

@@johndoe5229 Yeah I sent it in to Bench made and got it authenticated so yeah jealousy is a bad thing nobody buys those clones for 217 they buy them for 50 for Ally express

[@ToxicityAssured]

I've had mine for a little longer. It doesn't get carried very much. It's a great knife for sure, but there are so many. My wife and I mostly carry a Sebenza 21 or the 781. The 940-1 was my first venture into really expensive. While it doesn't get the most action, it will always be part of my collection. My only gripe is the blade heavy nature. The knife kind of wants to fall out of your hand. 9.5/10 An upgrade to a true folding knife classic. Solid carbon fiber, s90v, great action, light weight, timeless looks and much more!!!

[@jonr9581]

I agree that the 940-1 has a lot going for it. I haven't a problem with the blade weight. I do however wish tha the blade was ground thinner for better slicing performance. I have yet to experience a sebenza in real life. I almost bought one sight-unseen online, but I opted for the 940-1 after being shown it at a local retail store. It hit all the marks for me, though at the time, i thought the looks were kind of funky.

[@garyjacobs2789]

Got one too, but those omega springs are a weak link .The knife is exceptional, but the company not so much.

[@Nohkral]

Odd mine is slick no texture at all. Yours looks better. Also work sharp ken onion sharpens it super fast. Great video!

[@JUNJUN-lw2vr]

Did you oil your 940? It deploys and closes smooth

[@citygreek1553]

Sebenza large or small Difference between Cadillac and Chevy

[@petervu9773]

how did you get yours so sharp ? mine doesnt seem to be a good 'slicer' it does great for EDC tasks though, did you re profile the blade ? if so what degree ? Thanks in advance

[@Jp-md3ir]

I went with about 20° so it would be durable & a micro bevel about 2° thinner. Other than that, a mirror polish. Go super fine on the final grit like 3000 or more & finish with leather strop with super fine rubbing compound or jewelers rouge rubbed into it. Invest in a wicked edge & you'll get unbelievable results. Hope this helps

[@jarrettvoyzey9893]

@@Jp-md3ir what this guy said 100%. The Wicked Edge will make this steel incredibly sharp. Make sure you get diamond stones as well as you will get no where fast with ceramic stones. I’d grind for HOURS on Spyderco ceramic stones and it would get “sharp” and you could cut with it, but it would never shave nor slice as smoothly as I’d want it to. Granted I’ve never been a great freehand sharpener. As far as the price is concerned it’s absolutely worth the price tag. $350 and you can sharpen all your knives with ease and not worry about ruining the blade or stones.

[@Jp-md3ir]

@@jarrettvoyzey9893 I actually have discovered the value of lansky. Hands down WELL WORTH $40! The s90v on my 940-1 responds well to it, &that's some tough steel! I recommend it for anyone who can't justify $400 for a sharpening system.

[@andrewhaverlin8644]

The tolerances are the same. Just different materials between the 940, and the 940-1.

[@jonr9581]

Yea, i assume that too, but for some reason, all of the regular 940's that i have handled have had small amounts of blade play. That hasn't been the case with the 940-1's that i have handled. So, i do not know what accounts for this.

[@dalecarpenter8359]

They are spay blades ! Some one said it then I remembered where I saw that blade shape . The stockman slip joint has a spay blade . The so called reverse tanto is a modified spay blade . Guess they didn't want nuts getting cut off associated with the name of their blade ( pc you know )

[@disht2]

Spaying refers to females. Neutering refers to males.

[@michaell397]

@@disht2 Not in blades it isn't. It is indeed called a Spay blade and it is used for claustration in farm animals. KnifeMaker

[@disht2]

@@michaell397 he edited the comment. My response doesn't make sense anymore.

[@sawtoothscream1521]

Bought one. Had $120 in REI gift cards from work so that helped a little :) still expensive as hell so I hope it is worth it.

[@faethe000]

So it's a year later. How was it?

[@sawtoothscream1521]

@@faethe000 I like it but if If I could go back in time I would go with the original and save the $.

[@Phaminator525]

@@sawtoothscream1521 s90v is too chippy and brittle. Original is def way better

[@MrEMVme]

Well that is just funny, I am also Jon R and I am waiting for mine to come in the mail right now.

[@johnagen3688]

How are you liking it so far?! I love mine!

[@MrEMVme]

@@johnagen3688 it is fantastic! Unfortunately I cannot use it at work so I won’t be able to carry it for a while.

[@ShinkleGunDog]

Do you do the 30 degree or 40 degree edge?

[@jonr9581]

I sharpen to about 40 degrees. I just don't find 30 degrees stable enough from my experience.

[@Slitthroat1776]

Great review brother! I will suggest the Benchmade Griptilian 550 hollow grind man that's a great slicer! If I had one and s30v that be perfect but 154cm does just fine

[@jonr9581]

The griptilian in hollow grind is number one on my shortlist. I would be very interested in an s30v version.

[@secretseventyseven]

NICE REVIEW

[@jimbojet8728]

Where can a Brit buy this knife? Thank you.

[@knightowl7]

I bought mine from heinnie heynes. Great service I couldn’t fault them

[@draganpastrovic2157]

I love it but doubt ill ever have it haha, its the bloody butterflys fault.

[@dalecarpenter8359]

All these years ? You sound pretty young ! Like you haven't been here all these years yet !

[@tylercarrell]

Dale Carpenter you know you commented on this video 3 times and said basically the same thing each time

[@tylercarrell]

Actually you commented 5 times lol

[@SG-ds8pr]

The reason the blade looks stonewashed and not satin is because it IS stonewashed.

[@marklinker7065]

using a fake revue

[@marklinker7065]

thats a fake china

[@dalecarpenter8359]

The flat grind shape doesnt seem tomatoe cutting competition blade shape to me ! The stupid price isn't part of the review ? Another reviewer was concerned about sharpening angle of the grind on thus knife Funny how peiple take being robbed at the airport as like nothing . They steal peoples property and sell it on ebay !!!

[@dalecarpenter8828]

A 2 yr old baby is talking about long term ! When you get to 50 yrs then you can talk about long term !

[@operationbrokenarrow6964]

dale carpenter okay boomer.

[@Puddspanker]

gotta love boomers.

[@dalecarpenter8359]

I recomend the clone $66.00 . A far more reasonable price . Most likely has d2 ! 2.6 oz all carbon handle scale. The very same knife accept for steel . So how come spyderco can't make theirs for say $100.00 ? Then I would get the spyderco just out of American loyalty . Some how I just don't get the feeling that spyderco is very loyal to me ? .

[@leannemo7382]

Save your money and buy American, if possible. The real one's steel is superior among a few other things like the weight always a bit heavier) sapphire blue standoffs/spacers, better grip texture, recessed hardware, and thinner blade-stock/grind, wonky deployment, etc. (depending on clone, see other vids).

[@1stAmendmentfukyoutube]

Not very loyal to you? Odd comment from someone who isnt loyal to their own country. Keep supporting sweat shops in china

[@Beowulf_98]

@@1stAmendmentfukyoutube oh shut it, it's his money.

[@jlogue751]

Because they all pay Ameeican workers a living wage dumbass