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Benchmade Osborne 940 vs Spyderco Chaparral
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Chaparral stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% 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 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Chaparral stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Chaparral stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Chaparral stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Chaparral stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 22% 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$230Cheapest
US$286Most expensive
Weight
75.17 g (2.65 oz)Heaviest
62 g (2.19 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Longest
71 mm (2.80 in)Shortest
Overall length
199.9 mm (7.87 in)Longest
162 mm (6.38 in)Shortest
Closed length
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
1.9 mm (0.07 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut or CPM M4 or CPM S30V
CTS-XHP stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum or G-10
Birdseye Maple or FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon)
Finish
Satin or Black coating
Satin
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Back Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb hole (Round Hole)
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Reversible deep pocket wire clip for tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingHikingGeneral utility
Everyday carry (EDC)Gentleman's knifeLightweight slicingOffice use
Not best for
Abrasive or Dirty EnvironmentsFood Preparation & Fine SlicingHeavy Outdoor or Survival Use
Heavy duty workHard use cutting 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
Lightweight and slim designExcellent ergonomics with good grip texture and finger choilHigh quality CTS XHP steel blade with great edge retention and corrosion resistanceSolid back lock mechanism with satisfying lock upAmbidextrous one-handed opening via large round holeReversible deep pocket clip for tip-up carry
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
Lock bar may be stiff to disengage on some models