BENCHMADE ACTUALLY FIXED THE ADAMAS & MINI ! 273-03 (2023) vs 273-01 (2021) lock / spine-whack test.

[@user-iw2mo7yu4d]

Glad to see they actually listened

[@bryanmclawhorn1540]

Just bought one. Off center and the lock sticks like crazy. Benchmade is living off an old name.

[@WheatCitySole]

This particular model is spectacular for me. Ultra smooth and zero blade play whatsoever. Benchmade as a whole though is absolutely living off of a name instead of quality craftsmanship.

[@bryanmclawhorn1540]

Yesterday I reached under the sink to cut a rubber hose off a plastic barb. Got home that night and tried to strop it and the first stroke cut a groove in my strop. After looking at it close there was a micro chip middle of the blade. I know factory edges are notorious for that BUT.... This is a $175 knife all day.

[@lowpro_cj7507]

The lock stick is from the copper cladding at the tang. It will go away with use, just let it break in. Centering can usually be fixed, but is a shame for the money

[@jacobpetersen5662]

You know nothing man. It’s a mass fabricated knife. Let it break in. Give it some time. Such a rookie comment.

[@BartenderOfDeath]

No they aren't.Thats not usual.Send it in and they will replace it or fix it.When you order a knife have them check it before they send it.Bladehq and knife center are the best

[@BartenderOfDeath]

Is anyone going to make a response video to this......never seen a adamas do that before.Their is more to this situation

[@Carriesaglock]

Everyone assumes this is a hit job of a video because they don’t do this.

[@blackcobra6501]

Mine has never done that and I have owned four 🤷‍♂️.

[@l1ttleguy1]

Such a tank of a folder.

[@C10CRZN]

lol shoulda got a Coldsteel with a triad lock if you wanna spinewhack your folder. Or buy a Fixed blade. I’m pretty sure benchmade didn’t design the axis lock to be a fixed blade alternative. There are stronger lock systems out there if u need it to perform like that…. That being said they probably should have put a stronger lock on that splitting wedge of a knife.

[@BartenderOfDeath]

Have you seen how they test knifes locks at benchmade...everyone thinks hes abusing the knife.Itll handle a ton of pressure before that lock fails

[@trizzae]

lifetime warranty?

[@XFS540]

I bought my original Mini Adamas pretty much as soon as it was released and it doesn’t do that.

[@bonkersblock]

Give it to me! 😂

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

I give knives as gifts to my friends quite often actually! I just gave away the black full sized Adamas and a Civivi Altus.

[@gordie4059]

Did the 273FE-2 have this problem? Looking at buying one new in box off a guy. Thanks

[@sturgis97]

Did they fix it for the full-size also?

[@trevorhaile1858]

Literally sold out everywhere

[@mikeboyce21]

I just put in the order for mine yesterday, its my first magnacut folder. And it better be worth the money cuz in Canada this thing is over 500 dollars..after tax and shipping. which is ridiculous.

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

Interesting, where did you order from? Mine was $480 Cdn to my door.

[@mikeboyce21]

@opinionatedhobbyist prophet river. I looked at bladescanada and they didnt even have it yet , still said coming soon. But it would have been 440 plus tax. S&R didnt have it either at all. Ceco had it for 519.. plus tax. Cabelas was also 440 plus tax. House of knives was 431 plus tax but they were out of stock.

[@tatenichols7968]

Haha got mine for $290

[@mikeboyce21]

@tatenichols7968 yeah its way cheaper in the states

[@acid6urns]

@@mikeboyce21it’s not worth the money. their magnacut is heat treated to 60/61 hrc. magnacut needs to be at 63-64 and while 3-4 hrc may not sound like a lot mangacut doesn’t have the great edge retention that makes it so popular under 63 HRC. it’s known for being tough with good edge retention and being stain proof but it has edge retention lower than s35vn or even the base steel it used with the cruwear. you basically overpaid for a fancy stamp on the blade, if you want magnacut spyderco is a way better bet and they also only charge $230 for the magnacut pm2, 150 for the magnacut native 5, and 165 for the magnacut manix 2. they’re also dropping a native chief in magnacut for under $200 (it’s a 4 inch blade) and a para 3 lw in magnacut for $170 or so soon. i hear american blade works also does good magnacut for about $200, he’ll you could’ve gotten a magnacut fixed blade from bradford for that money and had over $100 leftover.

[@Carriesaglock]

I have a 275 GY-1 (black/grey Cruwear) and it doesn’t do that. Glad to know they “fixed” what wasn’t broken 🤣 Why not take them both apart and show us exactly what is different. 🧐

[@rce4726]

Because that's how I use my knife.....

[@angrymushrooms11]

My cruwear works fine

[@YANGJI_lol]

I actually want to see the full video of this knife I’m planning on getting this one in the future and I’m not saying go torture it like crazy but hey I’m curious the toughness of this knife.

[@mattconklin4026]

I have a 273 01 LNIB. It was a trade. I want to trade it for a 375...

[@KINGACE9]

Interesting 🤔...

[@Youtube-Censorship-Police]

why can't they just make a regular mini adamas with magnacut? this fancy version with the marble cf and the kitschy hardware doesn't fit the style at all.

[@johngg25]

Luckily I never do that with my older Mini Adamas. But good to know.

[@BartenderOfDeath]

It'll do no harm to the knife, believe me.Theyre extremely well made and if you ever do happen to break it you send it to Benchmade and they fix it or send you a new one no questions asked.I didn't have my proof of purchase or even the box or card.Youll never go wrong with benchmade.

[@johngg25]

Oh, I love my Mini Adamas. I have the all black one, with black cru ware blade. It’s my EDC. Anytime I have to pull it out for use, it’s a conversation starter. Benchmade did a great job with this one. I also love the looks of the new black one that you have. Great stuff.

[@BillySAw951]

lol older? 😂 I was expecting the D2 model BRICK WITH SHEATH

[@KingKsEDC]

Ive noticed that alot with Benchmade. Their diehard fans think Benchmade can do no wrong. Smh.

[@BC08]

I don’t think that’s the case at all. They are mass production - there will always be a battle against tolerance stacking issues. The thing is though, Benchmade’s quality isn’t nearly as bad as it is made out to be

[@tundracrow4549]

literally does the same test with own benchmade from same generation and has no issues- there's always gonna be odd one outs. Not everything can be perfect.

[@DeadCelt]

Who is using their Benchmade in such a way that would cause it to fail like this? Who is using the spine of their benchmade as a hammer? Benchmade is a knife it’s for cutting. Other tools are more suitable for other tasks. Common sense..

[@Petyasinii]

Этот косяк легко исправить)))

[@TheDailyKnife009]

Is the spine wack even a good test for a knife? It’s not something that would happen in natural use.

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

There are no real good tests so to speak other than using the knife as intended. While striking things with a spine is rare, what a lot of people don’t seem to realize is spine whacks don't simulate real life spine striking situations. Spine whacks simulate the directional forces at work when a knife is lodged deeply into a material and you have to wrench it out. It is a blunt and extreme test of lock strength for sure but to say it has no relevance to the safety and performance of the tool is near sighted.

[@BartenderOfDeath]

Doing what he is doing is what the knife is supposed to be able to handle.Hes doing it in wood and even has a pad.These knifes are bullet proof if you use them like your supposed to.But even if you pry,or abuse them and they break they have the best warranty and customer service that ive ever dealt with.Worth the price every time!!!

[@bfboobie]

It wasn't locked and you know it. That's why you picked it up so gingerly before you wacked it. FAKE! Edit: ok not fake.

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

There’s a full test video on the channel of the full size and minis. Like the other doofus who was already proven wrong. I will allow you to be an adult and return here after you watch it to acknowledge that you are also wrong.

[@bfboobie]

​​​​​​@@opinionatedhobbyistok Bearded Akuma, i watched your other video, touche. Didn't know about the adamas flaw. Good to know the presidio2 is the tank of BM folders. Appreciate the informative vids. I've had several benchmades, fixed and folders, and love em. Usually end up losing em, get em stolen, or gift em away, and currently just have 162 bushcrafter and 535gry1 original type. Love them both... the 535gry1 have had couple years or so now edc and it's been flawless so far.

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

@@bfboobie They are solid knives. I hesitate to say good because. They have above average designs aesthetically. Obviously I own a few. But they have huge flaws in that: 1) They are the most overpriced company in the industry. 2) Their quality control out of factory is abysmal.

[@bfboobie]

@@opinionatedhobbyist ya i can't believe how much their prices have skyrocketed the last few years. They were already pricey but now just ridiculously high. Glad their locking mechanism is off patent now so it can be more widely and affordably available. Speaking of aesthetics, that new adamas in this video looks reaaaally badass maybe I'll pawn a kidney and get it

[@deadeyedail06]

Actually my 01 does the same thing as well

[@KALAENTAXI]

Interesting, the last OTF they made their plastic is the lowest quality ever, still didn’t listen and deleted my comment

[@neongirl]

Sorry, but these "tests" have always been complete crap. I've been carrying my Mini Adamas every day for two years now. During this time, not once did a situation arise that would require me to hit something with the spine of the knife. Even if we imagine such a situation theoretically, a lock disengage will save the liners from irreversible deformation.

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

While striking things with a spine is rare, but for some really strange reason, what no one seems to realize is spine whacks don't simulate real life spine striking situations. Spine whacks simulate the directional forces at work when a knife is lodged deeply into a material and you have to wrench it out. It is a blunt and extreme test of lock strength for sure but it is “complete crap” to say it has no relevance to the safety and performance of the tool. Said thought process is near sighted to say the least. It is, despite many people's shallow thinking, incredibly relevant.

[@chrisgilmore361]

Benchmade is overrated for sure no way I would AGAIN pay what they want for their knives

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

It is tough. I do like their designs a lot. I just find I’m getting more and more disappointed with them. The new Mini Adamas here is a rare home run for them.

[@zorans8114]

Ya, always been overpriced..

[@somaloignoto2988]

It's a spring lock what you expect? I get rid of mine the same time i bought years ago. The locking mechanism It's weak no matter which year .

[@LegendKiller2073]

Benchmade is way over priced. And overrated.

[@bobharvey8828]

Benchmade is garbage.

[@Mike-hn4uu]

You picked that knife up weird like you already knew it wasnt locked back when you grabbed it. This video doesnt show shit and definitely doesnt educate anyone on anything. Mine has worked flawlessly for over 5 years.... but I would love to know where you got this one, the entire history, and an honest evaluation of it rather than this nothing burger

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

There’s a full test video on the channel of multiple different full size and minis. I will allow you to come back here and admit your mistake after.

[@austincampbell1762]

I started on benchmade.... wont ever buy another. They are trash for the money , especially the newer models