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product_id: 4461055
title: "Osborne, Every Day, Outdoor, Folding Knife, Reverse Tanto Blade with Black Carbon Fiber Handle (940-1)"
brand: "benchmade"
price: "R12679"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 7
category: "Benchmade"
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# 3.4-inch Reverse Tanto Blade Ultralight Carbon Fiber Handle CPM-S90V Steel - Superior Edge Retention Osborne, Every Day, Outdoor, Folding Knife, Reverse Tanto Blade with Black Carbon Fiber Handle (940-1)

**Brand:** benchmade
**Price:** R12679
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Own the Edge: The Ultimate EDC Knife for the Modern Trailblazer

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Osborne, Every Day, Outdoor, Folding Knife, Reverse Tanto Blade with Black Carbon Fiber Handle (940-1) by benchmade
- **How much does it cost?** R12679 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/4461055-osborne-every-day-outdoor-folding-knife-reverse-tanto-blade-black)

## Best For

- benchmade enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted benchmade brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sleek Everyday Carry:** Slim profile and just 2.44 ounces make this knife the ultimate companion for your backpack, survival kit, or daily urban adventures.
- • **Effortless Deployment:** The patented AXIS locking mechanism ensures smooth, safe one-handed opening and closing—because your EDC should be as agile as you are.
- • **Precision-Crafted Edge:** 3.4-inch reverse tanto blade forged from premium CPM-S90V steel delivers unmatched sharpness and corrosion resistance for every outdoor challenge.
- • **Built to Last a Lifetime:** Trusted by knife aficionados nationwide, the Osborne 940-1 combines American craftsmanship with rugged reliability—don’t miss out before it’s gone.
- • **Featherweight Durability:** Experience the perfect balance of strength and lightness with the black carbon fiber handle, engineered for a secure grip without weighing you down.

## Overview

The Benchmade Osborne 940-1 is a high-performance everyday folding knife featuring a 3.4-inch reverse tanto blade made from premium CPM-S90V steel for exceptional sharpness and corrosion resistance. Its ultralight black carbon fiber handle offers a secure grip with featherweight comfort, while the AXIS locking mechanism guarantees smooth, safe operation. Weighing only 2.44 ounces with a slim profile, this knife is designed for versatile outdoor and urban use, making it a top choice among professionals and enthusiasts alike.

## Description

desertcart.com : Benchmade - Osborne, Every Day, Outdoor, Folding Knife, Reverse Tanto Blade with Black Carbon Fiber Handle (940-1) : Sports & Outdoors

Review: i held my nose... - .....10-2-13...the review below was written over a year ago and i just want to add an update. i like my knives for many reasons, i like this knife for most of them. after a year it's become my daily carry knife and i think will stay that way until something new comes out to replace it, i can't imagine it now, but who knows? when i'm in the woods or just doing something that i know will require a larger/stronger blade, i take the bigger blade along with the 940. it's just become a part of my daily living. knife people know what i mean, when you find that special blade you stick with it. i purchased a chris reeve small sebenza about 6 months ago and while it's a work of art and solid utility knife at the same time, i like the 940 better as a carry knife. i have 8 benchmades now and they are the cream of the american made pocket knife industry in my opinion. if you can do better for under $200.00 i don't know how. i'm getting another one soon and just storing it until the day i can't find this one or it gets ripped off. i like it that much. i could have bought three 940's for what i paid for the sebenza. .....ok, end of the update...enjoy what you carry ...isn't that what you do when you take a medicine that's good for you but tastes icky? that's how i bought this osborne 940, knowing it was a 'benchmade' but not loving the looks of it - on paper anyway. i still would be happier with a black or at least darker handle but that's all water under the bridge now. others that have seen and handled this knife love the dynamics and looks of the thing, i'm getting there. it's like scotch, it's an acquired taste, but once you "get it" there's nothing else quite like it. the 940 strikes me that way.(without the hangover) i own quite a few 'benchmade' folders and consider them the best in my collection of 60 or so folders. nothing too expensive but quite a few over the $100.00 mark. after owning this model i doubt i'll carry anything else as an e.d.c. blade. i have a griptillian i carry in the woods and when i know a tough job is in store for me, and a mini grip in my truck, but for daily use i can't think of a knife i own that i'd trade for this beauty. i live in a part of the country (northern mn) where carrying or pulling one out in public to do a chore is not considered anything to be concerned about by the general public. i could, carry the grip and use it for daily carry but it's wide and bulky, the 940 has all the utility of the grip without the feeling you're carrying a hunting knife with you all day. it came razor sharp and after a couple of weeks of using it for household/yard tasks has stayed that way without even a stropping. it's so light and narrow that you really forget you're carrying it. don't let that lightness fool you though, this is a tough tool. i've read many reviews about the pivot screw coming loose or being too tight. i really think 'benchmade' ships them this way so the owner can set the tightness and apply a drop of 'lock tight' to set it to their individual needs. if they came already tightened to some factory spec. and pre-glued, i'll bet there would be more complaints of not being able to adjust the tightness to the owners desire. it took me a minute to do this as well as lock tight the clip screws. it almost opens on it's own when held down and closes just as fast. the 'axis' system is the best out there and with a little care and lubricant, will last a long time. i know i've been all over the place in this review but my main point (no pun) was to look beyond the photo color and reverse tanto design (i prefer a drop point but this works very well) and buy this knife before it's out of production. it will be some day, and you'll have missed out on one of the best, non-custom folders out there for a great price.
Review: Lives up to the hype - 6 MONTH UPDATE - UPDATE 2/26/15 - 6 months in this knife is still amazing. The wierd powder coating has been gone for so long that I forgot about it until I read my old review. It only had one issue in 6 months and that was an easy fix - the pocket clip bent (I have no idea how) and I had to take it off and bend it back in place then put it back on, which took all of 75 seconds. The steel is super thick on the clip, so I am going to assume it bent because of something I did, nothing to do with the knife's design. This knife is my new thumb, figurativly of course. I use it for EVERYTHING. I use to to pry, I use it to screw (bad idea, but possible...), I use it to cut, I use it to stab holes in plastic buckets, I use it to reach things that fell in a tight space, I use it to cut fruit, I use it to slice cheese, I use it to ANYTHING. Anything you need either a knife or a small piece of perfectly shaped matal for a second of leverage, this knife covers it. I forgot it in my other pair of pants once and made it 10 minutes towards work before I realized. I turned around to get it. I'd rather be late than be on time without this knife. It fits my hand like a glove. I know I sound crazy, but this might be the pefect knife at this point. I have owned a few knives in my day, but this one is the best by far. --------- Christ, what can I say about this knife that hasnt already been said? This knife lives up to the hype. The Axis lock system is brilliant, makes opening the knife smooth and quicker than any assisted oepning knife. The steel is as good as most upper-midrange kitchen knifes. The steel chosen will hold an edge for a good long time, get ridiculously sharp and still be able to be used as the tool that it is. The blade shape is very aesthetically pleasing while still being very useful as a tool. Great cutting edge length. The handle took a day or two to get used to - or the coating wore off a little. Out of the box it felt a little like holding sandpaper which wasn't unpleasant. Within a day of going in and out of my pocket it was perfect.

## Features

- ALL-AROUND UTILITY: A quintessential EDC tool that combines simplicity with unmatched function, no matter the application; Ideal for pretty much everything.
- HIGH-END CPM-S90V STEEL: Uniform microstructure gives it a superior edge when it comes to wear and corrosion resistance ; Reverse tanto blade is nimble, versatile, and made for the outdoors.
- ULTRALIGHT CARBON FIBER HANDLE: Exceptionally strong with a featherweight feel in the hand and gnarled texture across the board for a sure grip
- AXIS LOCKING MECHANISM: Ensures safety and a smooth open and easy close; Standard clip; Light as a feather for easy carrying and a comfortable grip.
- EVERYDAY CARRY: With its slim profile and lightweight design, the 940-1 is the perfect addition to your gear collection, backpack, survival kit, tackle box, and more.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00JEK7GYA |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #98,651 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #359 in Folding Hunting Knives |
| Blade Edge | Satin Finish |
| Blade Length | 3.4 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Reverse Tanto |
| Brand Name | Benchmade |
| Color | Black Carbon Fiber - Satin Finish |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,418) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00610953142971 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Included Components | Knife |
| Is Product Cordless | Yes |
| Item Length | 7.87 Inches |
| Item Weight | 2.44 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Benchmade |
| Model Name | Benchmade |
| Model Number | 940-1 |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping, Hiking |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Special Features | Benchmade Knife |
| Style | Osborne |
| Theme | Butterfly |
| UPC | 610953142971 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Benchmade
- **Color:** Black Carbon Fiber - Satin Finish
- **Handle Material:** Carbon Fiber
- **Included Components:** Knife
- **Model Name:** Benchmade
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Camping, Hiking
- **Special Feature:** Benchmade Knife
- **Style:** Osborne

## Images

![Osborne, Every Day, Outdoor, Folding Knife, Reverse Tanto Blade with Black Carbon Fiber Handle (940-1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611KUMXGlrL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How much abuse have you put it through (without breaking it)?**
A: Haven’t necessarily beat on it super rough like wood chopping but keep it as my EDC. For about 4 months of running Boy Scouts down in Key West while working on a sailing ship it got put through its paces. Salt water, salty air, etc all while they used it for cutting fishing lines, ropes, killing fish on a steel deck, cutting squid and other bait, etc daily (don’t worry they cleaned it between uses haha)
While knife got slightly dull after this rough daily use for months and a few springs exhibited light surface rust (from salt water use) the knife still performed and held up well. The Blade never got rusted out or chipped. Once I got home to Texas I shipped it back to Benchmade and they installed new hardware, sharpened the blade, and basically revamped the knife as part of their Lifetime Warranty.
The Aluminum scales on the knife take beats and blows very well and never corroded; They’re durable and sturdy as heck. The knife itself never got loose or wobbly over the 2-3 years I’ve owned it, still opens like its new. Still my daily EDC knife with an amazing lifetime warranty and always amazing customer service from Benchmade. Wouldn’t hesitate to say this model the 940 is one of Benchmades longest running models and their best designs in my opinion.
Just remember if you get it with a serrated edge Benchmade can’t sharpen them, just the flat part. I opted for the smooth Blade and it cuts like butter and just keeps working. Cut your sandwich, turn a screw, adjust a gun sight, cut rope, cut lines, shave wood, fight baddies, defense knife, etc this knife does it all for me so far. :)

**Q: is the knife easy to take apart and clean**
A: I dont know why you would disassemble it, other than a grind in the pivot or something, but no they are fairly simple to take apart and rescale or clean. Hardest part for me is getting the pivot back in at times, but leaving a bit through the pivot hole will not only assist in the pivot, but also will keep the washers and blade in place

**Q: Do the body screws make direct contact with the aluminum scales, or screw into threaded steel inserts?**
A: Directly into threaded holes in the aluminum scales.  No steel inserts.

**Q: why can’t this item be shipped to NY all of a sudden? Only recently started showing that message. It's not assisted and it's not a flipper...**
A: It is consider a flipper because you can swing the blade open by centrifugal force through axis lock or manipulation of the knife thumb stud. I would guess it is the above, blade length, or some new restrictive law though. May be an Amazon policy also? Maybe check with another dealer source to see if the restriction is the same? Good luck

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ i held my nose...
*by M***. on August 2, 2012*

.....10-2-13...the review below was written over a year ago and i just want to add an update. i like my knives for many reasons, i like this knife for most of them. after a year it's become my daily carry knife and i think will stay that way until something new comes out to replace it, i can't imagine it now, but who knows? when i'm in the woods or just doing something that i know will require a larger/stronger blade, i take the bigger blade along with the 940. it's just become a part of my daily living. knife people know what i mean, when you find that special blade you stick with it. i purchased a chris reeve small sebenza about 6 months ago and while it's a work of art and solid utility knife at the same time, i like the 940 better as a carry knife. i have 8 benchmades now and they are the cream of the american made pocket knife industry in my opinion. if you can do better for under $200.00 i don't know how. i'm getting another one soon and just storing it until the day i can't find this one or it gets ripped off. i like it that much. i could have bought three 940's for what i paid for the sebenza. .....ok, end of the update...enjoy what you carry ...isn't that what you do when you take a medicine that's good for you but tastes icky? that's how i bought this osborne 940, knowing it was a 'benchmade' but not loving the looks of it - on paper anyway. i still would be happier with a black or at least darker handle but that's all water under the bridge now. others that have seen and handled this knife love the dynamics and looks of the thing, i'm getting there. it's like scotch, it's an acquired taste, but once you "get it" there's nothing else quite like it. the 940 strikes me that way.(without the hangover) i own quite a few 'benchmade' folders and consider them the best in my collection of 60 or so folders. nothing too expensive but quite a few over the $100.00 mark. after owning this model i doubt i'll carry anything else as an e.d.c. blade. i have a griptillian i carry in the woods and when i know a tough job is in store for me, and a mini grip in my truck, but for daily use i can't think of a knife i own that i'd trade for this beauty. i live in a part of the country (northern mn) where carrying or pulling one out in public to do a chore is not considered anything to be concerned about by the general public. i could, carry the grip and use it for daily carry but it's wide and bulky, the 940 has all the utility of the grip without the feeling you're carrying a hunting knife with you all day. it came razor sharp and after a couple of weeks of using it for household/yard tasks has stayed that way without even a stropping. it's so light and narrow that you really forget you're carrying it. don't let that lightness fool you though, this is a tough tool. i've read many reviews about the pivot screw coming loose or being too tight. i really think 'benchmade' ships them this way so the owner can set the tightness and apply a drop of 'lock tight' to set it to their individual needs. if they came already tightened to some factory spec. and pre-glued, i'll bet there would be more complaints of not being able to adjust the tightness to the owners desire. it took me a minute to do this as well as lock tight the clip screws. it almost opens on it's own when held down and closes just as fast. the 'axis' system is the best out there and with a little care and lubricant, will last a long time. i know i've been all over the place in this review but my main point (no pun) was to look beyond the photo color and reverse tanto design (i prefer a drop point but this works very well) and buy this knife before it's out of production. it will be some day, and you'll have missed out on one of the best, non-custom folders out there for a great price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lives up to the hype - 6 MONTH UPDATE
*by W***M on September 21, 2014*

UPDATE 2/26/15 - 6 months in this knife is still amazing. The wierd powder coating has been gone for so long that I forgot about it until I read my old review. It only had one issue in 6 months and that was an easy fix - the pocket clip bent (I have no idea how) and I had to take it off and bend it back in place then put it back on, which took all of 75 seconds. The steel is super thick on the clip, so I am going to assume it bent because of something I did, nothing to do with the knife's design. This knife is my new thumb, figurativly of course. I use it for EVERYTHING. I use to to pry, I use it to screw (bad idea, but possible...), I use it to cut, I use it to stab holes in plastic buckets, I use it to reach things that fell in a tight space, I use it to cut fruit, I use it to slice cheese, I use it to ANYTHING. Anything you need either a knife or a small piece of perfectly shaped matal for a second of leverage, this knife covers it. I forgot it in my other pair of pants once and made it 10 minutes towards work before I realized. I turned around to get it. I'd rather be late than be on time without this knife. It fits my hand like a glove. I know I sound crazy, but this might be the pefect knife at this point. I have owned a few knives in my day, but this one is the best by far. --------- Christ, what can I say about this knife that hasnt already been said? This knife lives up to the hype. The Axis lock system is brilliant, makes opening the knife smooth and quicker than any assisted oepning knife. The steel is as good as most upper-midrange kitchen knifes. The steel chosen will hold an edge for a good long time, get ridiculously sharp and still be able to be used as the tool that it is. The blade shape is very aesthetically pleasing while still being very useful as a tool. Great cutting edge length. The handle took a day or two to get used to - or the coating wore off a little. Out of the box it felt a little like holding sandpaper which wasn't unpleasant. Within a day of going in and out of my pocket it was perfect.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***D on June 22, 2021*

Was really hesitant buying this knife due to all the reports of it being fake. As I couldn't find it on stock anywhere in Europe for a reasonable price, I went ahead and ordered one for €202. It was a pleasant surprise when the package showed up, as it turned out to be an original knife and nok a knock off. The knife is light yet very sturdy, can only recommend it as a nice EDC.

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