Benchmade 940-1 Osborne Folding Knife
The Benchmade 940-1 Osborne is an iconic everyday carry (EDC) knife designed by Warren Osborne, renowned for its perfect balance of form, function, and durability. Featuring a 3.4-inch reverse tanto blade made from CPM-S90V super premium stainless steel, this knife offers exceptional edge retention, corrosion resistance, and cutting performance.
The sleek and lightweight handle is crafted from carbon fiber with stainless steel liners, ensuring strength and comfort while maintaining an ultralight weight of just 2.44 oz. The reliable AXIS® Lock mechanism provides smooth, ambidextrous operation, making it ideal for both left- and right-handed users. The black oxide-finished standard carry clip allows for secure, tip-up carry, ensuring the 940-1 Osborne is always ready when you need it.
Highly regarded as one of the most quintessential EDC knives, the Benchmade 940-1 Osborne delivers the ultimate combination of precision engineering, premium materials, and timeless design.
Key Features:
- Premium Blade Steel: CPM-S90V stainless steel (59-61 HRC) for superior edge retention and toughness.
- Reverse Tanto Blade: Versatile cutting performance with excellent piercing strength and a satin finish.
- Ultralight Carbon Fiber Handle: Strong, lightweight, and ergonomically designed for maximum comfort.
- AXIS® Lock Mechanism: Smooth, secure, and ambidextrous blade deployment.
- Standard Carry Clip: Black oxide-finished clip for discreet tip-up carry.
- Ambidextrous Design: Suitable for both left- and right-handed users.
Specifications:
- Open Length: 7.87” (19.99 cm)
- Blade Length: 3.4” (8.64 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.115” (2.92 mm)
- Closed Length: 4.47” (11.35 cm)
- Handle Thickness: 0.44” (11.18 mm)
- Blade Style: Reverse Tanto
- Blade Steel: CPM-S90V Super Premium Stainless Steel (59-61 HRC)
- Blade Finish/Color: Satin
- Handle Material: Carbon Fiber with Stainless Steel Liners
- Handle Color: Black
- Weight: 2.44 oz (69.17 g)
- Pocket Clip: Standard Three-Hole, Tip-Up, Black Oxide Finish
- Mechanism: AXIS® Lock
- Lanyard Hole: No
The Benchmade 940-1 Osborne is a modern classic, combining timeless design, premium materials, and practical performance to make it one of the best everyday carry knives of all time. Whether you're using it for utility, collection, or daily tasks, the Osborne 940-1 delivers unmatched quality and reliability.