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Benchmade Osborne 943 vs Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 943 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 14% 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$220Most expensive
US$159.95Cheapest
Weight
82.15 g (2.90 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Longest
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
Overall length
200 mm (7.87 in)Longest
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.9 mm (0.11 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM S30V
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum with 410 stainless steel liners and color anodized titanium back spacer
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Black anodized aluminum handle, black finish blade (options include black, satin)
Satin finish
Lock type
AXIS lock (crossbar lock)
Ball joint slipjoint (non-locking)
Opening method
Ambidextrous thumb stud opener
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Reversible (tip-up) carry clip
Tip-up pocket clip, reversible/ambidextrous
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingOutdoor activities
Everyday carry in regions with restrictive carry lawsTactical usePrecision cutting
Not best for
Heavy-duty tasks
Heavy-duty chopping tasksFixed blade knife uses
Common praise
Strong and durable bladeBalanced and light designSuitable for right and left hand usersSmooth and quick openingReliable AXIS lock mechanism
High-quality CPM-S30V steel bladeInnovative ball joint slipjoint lock system with half-stopLightweight carbon fiber handleLegal carry blade length under 3 inchesErgonomic finger choil enhances safety and grip
Common complaints
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
Non-locking slipjoint may not suit users desiring locking mechanismLack of sheath or pouch included