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Benchmade Osborne 940 vs Benchmade Osborne 943
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 8% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the shortest option for closed length.
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the longest option for closed length.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the shortest option for overall length.
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the longest option for overall length.
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$230Most expensive
US$220Cheapest
Weight
75.17 g (2.65 oz)Lightest
82.15 g (2.90 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
86.4 mm (3.40 in)
86.4 mm (3.40 in)
Overall length
199.9 mm (7.87 in)Shortest
200 mm (7.87 in)Longest
Closed length
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Shortest
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
2.9 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut or CPM M4 or CPM S30V
CPM S30V
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum or G-10
6061-T6 aluminum with 410 stainless steel liners and color anodized titanium back spacer
Finish
Satin or Black coating
Black anodized aluminum handle, black finish blade (options include black, satin)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
AXIS lock (crossbar lock)
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Ambidextrous thumb stud opener
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Reversible (tip-up) carry clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingHikingGeneral utility
Everyday carryCampingHikingOutdoor activities
Not best for
Abrasive or Dirty EnvironmentsFood Preparation & Fine SlicingHeavy Outdoor or Survival Use
Heavy-duty tasks
Common praise
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
Strong and durable bladeBalanced and light designSuitable for right and left hand usersSmooth and quick openingReliable AXIS lock mechanism
Common complaints
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
Handle can feel too thin or slimAluminum handle can scratch easilyBlade hardness can make sharpening difficult for beginnersThumb stud placement may feel awkward for some users
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