My Benchmade 945 Mini Osborne Collection (2024)

[@applesbighatranch6906]

Because of the Osborne's reputation, I ordered one of these Minis off Amazon for two bills before I realized the many variations on the theme. Dagnabbit. Might have to get some un-purple barrel spacers and a deep-carry clip. And when I unboxed this green-scaled, uncoated S30V blade I did not necessarily dig it. The finish on the scales was weird. It was hard, dry fuzzy and it grabbed and retained clothing, skin, and as I found out natural oil from my hand; almost like the finish had to break in. Now it is tolerable. The blade is perfectly centered! though. lmao. and that's a big deal. Then, coming from finger-tip-flip, spring-assisted Kershaws and CZTs I did not AT FIRST appreciate the Benchmade thumb stud and blade lock action. I thought then the purchase may have been a mistake. I figured it out and almost 24 hours later I LOVE THIS THING. Effin-A what a sweet little piece. Sharp as a scalpel, light as a feather and a sweet-feeling action. Dang. Who knew. You guys did, apparently. I am convert.

[@erictalkington5674]

I was not a fan of expensive knives so I started buying fake Benchmade knives. Then I fell in love enough to buy a bunch of real ones lol. Now I got 8 of them and planning in more.

[@jacef5739]

That gold class is 🔥currently have the Green and waiting on the Carbon, love this model!

[@zachstuff]

Oh very nice 👍🏻 Enjoy the carbon when it arrives!

[@nickmartino2839]

WOW!!!! AWESOME STUFF ZACH #DSKFS #BEUP #ZACHATTACK AND YES BENCHMADE SHOULD DO THE JADE AND M4 MINI 940 AND A MINI 9450 9400?? JUST DO THE MINI VERSION OF THE 9400... LIKE TO SPEC.. JUST MINI

[@erictalkington5674]

Nice, very nice! I love the gray and red one. I want one eventually. I wonder how well that coating holds up?

[@zachstuff]

Howdy! The costing is one if their standard ones and us holding up nicely!

[@daver6564]

The 945 is my favorite edc. I only carry the 940, or other larger knife if I think I may need it. This is a tough little knife that does most things well. Thinking about upgrading to the new magnacut version, but I really like s30v.

[@HelplessTeno]

The addiction is definitely real. Just got my first Benchmade with the 273-03 and now I really want an Osborne.

[@efromhb]

Get the 940! It's a great knife. Pretty much all you need.

[@HelplessTeno]

@@efromhb Classic aluminum 940 is the plan atm!

[@douglasdauntless]

I just saw a 945 with a 555 blade swap. One of the coolest modifications I've ever seen.

[@zachstuff]

Oh my gosh that is something I have tried to convince someone to build for me!! I agree a perfect mod!!

[@rob10ring]

I have the green aluminum version. I 5th pocket the 940, which kind of carries like a smaller knife, so the 945 hasn’t hit it yet for me. I wish I’d gotten the black/blue version.

[@Gwoodward823]

The Gold Class is incredible! For EDC I really like the Black G10/Blue Combo. Such a cool collection

[@zachstuff]

Appreciate you giving your 945 feedback and checking out my collection video!!

[@BennyOcean]

You guys have any thoughts on the 940 vs 945? I currently have a Narrows and a Mini Adamas and am looking to complete a 3-pc Benchmade set, can't decide which to go with.

[@zachstuff]

Personally Benny I have been carrying a 940 for over 20 years, so I think it is hard for me to not recommend this one as a #3 for your Benchmade set! The 945 is smaller and would be a good secondary carry or for shorts. The 940 has the longer blade/handle and fill my hand better (large sized). The 940 will fit good with the Narrows and Mini Adamas.

[@hccif]

Really cool Zach! My only 940 is the BHQ exlusive. Im waiting for them to do the same look for the 945. If not ill have to get the Shot Show next year when they put it on sale or just go custom orange with black blade and hardware

[@zachstuff]

Good call!! Jade mini would be sweet! I do like your thinking on the orange and black build too. Thanks for checking them out and glad you got in on that semi limited 940!

[@hccif]

@@zachstuff right on! Thanks!

[@jimmiecrowe520]

I like the blue G10 with all black hardware and blade. Love your collection!!!!

[@zachstuff]

Right on Jimmie! Thank you!

[@EliteLurker760]

3:06 what wall Zach?

[@zachstuff]

Over wall…..overall as in intended!! 😂😂 Appreciate you watching and listening Luke! Guess I’m climbing walls now!

[@EliteLurker760]

@@zachstuff 🤣 just playing brotha

[@ElCapAddict]

I doubt I’d care much for the 945, but I haven’t tried it… I just can’t see how this would beat the Bugout or mini Bugout for myself… I’m not surprised you prefer it to the Bugout but you been huffin’ 940 fumes 😂

[@mikejurnak0324]

Great collection Zach‼️ My 945(od green) is in my 5th pocket everyday. Shot show one is 🔥.✌🏻

[@zachstuff]

Nice 945 build Mike!! They went good on the Shot Show red!

[@HCheatNcool]

I want that burnt copper that they have out right now!

[@zachstuff]

The burnt copper is fantastic and pairs with the battlewashed blade so well!

[@DrDrewdude]

Great color combos, I’m partial to the red and gray!

[@ck158]

Like all the 940 and 945. Thanks for sharing your experience

[@zachstuff]

You're Welcome! Osborne made some great knife designs!

[@myjourneyEDC]

Awesome collection thanks Zach

[@zachstuff]

Thank you!

[@justinmcvay5560]

Very awesome collection. 👍🏻.

[@zachstuff]

Thank you! 🤙🏼

[@michaelfuxeklint4909]

Just teasing, I like your collection but the copper one is amazing 🤙🤙👍👈

[@J_DuB27]

I love the 940.... the only 945 thus far is the gold. Not sure why, but I think I'll stick with either the MPR, Immunity, or the Om as the 5th pocket carry.

[@zachstuff]

Ooooh nice!!! Going deep in the 5th pocket with the Om! :)

[@BFVgnr]

I'm thinking I may end up keeping that SHOT Mini, but will need to get some good Ti scales for it. ETA: the Limited Edition, the 4 digit is 2 digit year and 2 digit month? I just realized that SHOT Mini is 2401, and my Barrage is a 2207, and it made me think that's what the 4 digit code on the Limited means.

[@marshalllaw123]

Haven’t found the right one for me yet, but I’m sure it’s coming!

[@zachstuff]

Ok ok! 👍🏻

[@drinkwater1915]

Those look great. I'd probably prefer the larger one.

[@zachstuff]

My favorite too is the 940! If I had to choose a 945, I would go black/blue G-10. Thanks Drink Water!

[@LouietheKnifeAddict]

GreaT collection Zach.

[@zachstuff]

Thank you Louie!

[@bigjim55able]

The mini Adamas is the only Mini I like. Love the 940 as you know

[@zachstuff]

You have the "mini" and the "true mini" on some of these and much respect for your 940 passion!!

[@Tarheelsteel]

Very nice collection sir!

[@Marco_Ye]

Like the Stealth Osborne. Nice collection Zach. Have a good week. Take care. #DSKFS

[@zachstuff]

Some fun ones Marco! Appreciate your support and enjoy your week too!

[@kathleensmith370]

Wow What a collection

[@zachstuff]

Thank you Kathleen!

[@DavidBurge-xf8zx]

Just marked this to watch after work. This is my grail knife.

[@zachstuff]

Excellent David! Let me know which is your favorite!

[@DavidBurge-xf8zx]

@@zachstuff Love these Osborne's. Didn't realize they were the mini, which I didn't even know they offered. Great stuff. Like I said, my grail knife. Love the black and blue.

[@danegavrilovski]

Nice collection.

[@kingmillsIII]

My oh my, I'm Jelly 🤘

[@zachstuff]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@malcolmholt2010]

Like the 940 but the 945 is just a little small

[@Fedharrison5634]

I don't have a 940 & you got one too many so I will take your least favorite i will be waiting.😁 Ps. My favorite looking one is the 945 Gold Class love the Teal🔥🔥🔥🔥Much Love Brother Zach ✌️💜

[@zachstuff]

Good choice Ed!! Hmmmm one too many.......I wonder what's on the parts floor I could find..... Have a great rest of your week! #DSKFS

[@lelandphill4408]

I need to get a Osborne.

[@zachstuff]

💯 agree!

[@Knivesarelife]

I love to window shop on your page have an amazing day sir

[@1hapidada]

I miss my 945

[@zachstuff]

Oh I know!

[@andrefrank8270]

Quit saying awesome

[@BluminatiNinja]

Favorite....um yes...🤣

[@zachstuff]

💯

[@JuhVons_Knife_Flicks]

Nice🦋🔥🇺🇸🙌🏼💜! #DSKFS #BEUP✊🏼

[@tomweingart2337]

Not a big fan of mini, l prefer MEATY BEATY SHARP AND STABBY,no warncliff sheepfoots or super steels. #ROCKSTOCK and #$FORKNIVESNOTNONSENSE 😂