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Benchmade Mini Bugout vs Benchmade Osborne 940
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 21% 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$175Cheapest
US$230Most expensive
Weight
42.5 g (1.50 oz)Lightest
75.17 g (2.65 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
71.6 mm (2.82 in)Shortest
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Longest
Overall length
165 mm (6.50 in)Shortest
199.9 mm (7.87 in)Longest
Closed length
94 mm (3.70 in)Shortest
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM MagnaCut or CPM M4 or CPM S30V
Handle material
Grivory polymer with stainless steel liners
6061-T6 Aluminum or G-10
Finish
Satin or Cerakote
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 Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Minimalist EDC usersOffice professionalsOutdoor enthusiasts for hiking, backpacking, camping
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingHikingGeneral utility
Not best for
Those with larger hands (smaller handle is 3-finger grip)
Abrasive or Dirty EnvironmentsFood Preparation & Fine SlicingHeavy Outdoor or Survival Use
Common praise
Ultra-light at 1.5 ounces (42.5 grams)Strong and smooth AXIS lockCompact size fits in a standard survival mint tinPremium CPM-S30V steel holds edge wellUSA-made with lifetime sharpening service
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
Grivory scales feel less premium than G10S30V steel is harder to sharpenAXIS lock parts may fail after heavy years of useHandle size too small for larger handsPremium pricing
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