Comparison Console
Benchmade Mini Bedlam vs Benchmade Osborne 940
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% 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 Mini Bedlam stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bedlam stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bedlam stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bedlam stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 2% 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
139.5 g (4.92 oz)Heaviest
75.17 g (2.65 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Shortest
Overall length
219 mm (8.62 in)Longest
199.9 mm (7.87 in)Shortest
Closed length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)
3 mm (0.12 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S90V
CPM MagnaCut or CPM M4 or CPM S30V
Handle material
G10 or Marbled Carbon Fiber
6061-T6 Aluminum or G-10
Finish
Stonewashed or Black Cerakote
Satin or Black coating
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Reversible split-arrow pocket clip
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useSelf-defenseHard use tasks
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingHikingGeneral utility
Not best for
Unknown
Abrasive or Dirty EnvironmentsFood Preparation & Fine SlicingHeavy Outdoor or Survival Use
Common praise
Unique and distinctive Scimitar blade shapeExcellent grip due to ergonomic handle design with finger grooves and guardUse of premium CPM S90V steel for blade durability and edge retentionSmooth and widely legal AXIS locking mechanismAvailable in multiple handle materials including textured G10 and marbled carbon fiberLightweight for its size, weighing under 5 ounces
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
Not specified in the sources
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
Dataset Expansion
Missing a brand?
Suggest an EDC brand for CarryCrew to research and add to the comparison database.
Community indexing queue online