Comparison Console
Benchmade Bailout vs Benchmade Osborne 940
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Bailout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$350Most expensive
US$230Cheapest
Weight
59.4 g (2.10 oz)Lightest
75.17 g (2.65 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Longest
Overall length
203.2 mm (8.00 in)Longest
199.9 mm (7.87 in)Shortest
Closed length
119.9 mm (4.72 in)Longest
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
10.5 mm (0.41 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM M4
CPM MagnaCut or CPM M4 or CPM S30V
Handle material
Aluminum or Grivory
6061-T6 Aluminum or G-10
Finish
Cerakote or Anodized Black
Satin or Black coating
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Dual Thumb Studs
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Deep Carry Reversible Clip
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useFirst respondersLightweight durable work knife
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingHikingGeneral utility
Not best for
Delicate or Fine Slicing TasksHeavy Prying and ChippingCorrosive Environments
Abrasive or Dirty EnvironmentsFood Preparation & Fine SlicingHeavy Outdoor or Survival Use
Common praise
Excellent edge retention and toughness of CPM-M4 steelLightweight yet rugged and durableSmooth ambidextrous AXIS lock mechanismDeep carry clip for discreet carry
Slim profile and lightweight for comfortable daily carryExcellent blade steel with great edge retention and corrosion resistanceAmbidextrous Axis or Crossbar lock mechanism ensures secure and smooth operationDurable anodized aluminum or G-10 handle with good grip and ergonomic design
Common complaints
Clip can be tight for thick pockets3V steel (early version) is not fully stainless and requires maintenance
Price is relatively high compared to some competitorsSome users may prefer other blade styles or handle materialsNot all models have identical specifications which can cause confusion