940 Plain edge ordered.
I was going to buy a 950 Rift but the 940 Satin Plain Edge with the green handle has always caught my attention so I just ordered one from Benchmade. I really look forward to this knife. The video reviews out there talk about this knife as a great EDC but a lot more refined overall.
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Wise choice 
I had a rift and gave it to my bro after two days.
That being said, the 940 can be elegant, and a workhorse at the same time. It’s light (you’ll forget its in your pocket), and the satin plain edge is mighty fine. I used to like big blades, but when I’m on duty, the last thing I need is another heavy tool on me.. problem solved.
It is perfection in EDC0 -
You'll love it!!!!! 0 -
Congrats 
As has been said, the 940 is super light & very versatile.
I wasn't crazy about the purple backspacer at first, but give it some time and it will really grow on you.0 -
quote:I wasn't crazy about the purple backspacer at first, but give it some time and it will really grow on you.
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Good choice. One of the best knives that BM has. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by Diamond:
Congrats
As has been said, the 940 is super light & very versatile.
I wasn't crazy about the purple backspacer at first, but give it some time and it will really grow on you.
I think the backspacer is pretty cool looking. It is out of place and eye catching at the same time. Very nice looking in my opinion. It's just like the backspacer on the Spyderco Techno. It too looks out of place but it's eye catching and adds some style.
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Or get a 941, "cough blade swap cough". 
I definitely prefer the black w/ blue combo & the blade ain't bad either. Gotta say I do LOVE the 941 as well. You can't go wrong with any of the 94xs.
I hope you enjoy your new knife when it gets to you & there will be a few takers if for some reason you don't0 -
I saw a picture of a 941 blade and to be honest, I like the blade profile of the 940 from the factory. That is the nice thing about benchmade knives, if you want to resell or trade them then there are always customers who are willing to do business.
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quote:Originally posted by AFO II Fan:
I saw a picture of a 941 blade and to be honest, I like the blade profile of the 940 from the factory.
Agreed.
940 has a little more bang for your $$$ steel wise. Gotta love that reversed tanto0 -
BM used to make a 942 which was the regular Reverse Tanto blade w/ the Black handles and Blue Titanium backspacer... Don't know why they ever disco'ed it 
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...only reason they ever disco a model...it wasn't selling enough. 0 -
What about the AFCK and the 42 ? The Emersons and the Rukus / mini rukus ?
Not the only reason, but a major reason0 -
I just checked my order from Benchmade and the knife is on it's way 
I have never sharpened S30V steel so I do not know how much of a challenge that steel is to work with, but at the same time I will be using the Life Sharp service as my sharpening skills are ok and do not want to mess up a awesome knife like the 940.
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quote:Originally posted by AFO II Fan:
I have never sharpened S30V steel so I do not know how much of a challenge that steel is to work with, but at the same time I will be using the Life Sharp service as my sharpening skills are ok and do not want to mess up a awesome knife like the 940.
S30V isn't that bad compared to others, then again I've only sharpened S30V blades that were *slightly getting dull.. So I don't know how long/or hard it would be for a real beater.
I use Lifesharp for my more collectible pieces.. I'll prob send off the 121 once it starts getting dull. I sent in an old Infidel that had major blade play and also had them sharpen it - dude it came back razor sharp.. I was like, why the hell didn't they do that in the first place!0 -
The AFO II I have was the sharpest factory knife I have ever used. I shaved literally a 10 inch super smooth and clean path of hair off my right arm and I was applying very little pressure. I was like OMG!! this thing is sharp. Not to mention getting cut by it like 10 times.
Heath0 -
quote:Originally posted by AFO II Fan:
I was going to buy a 950 Rift but the 940 Satin Plain Edge with the green handle has always caught my attention so I just ordered one from Benchmade.
Recieved?0 -
Nope. It will take 7 to 10 days from where I am on planet earth supporting the country
Heath0 -
Here it is for your viewing pleasure. 
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From the title of the post I thought you decided to pop the question to some lucky young lady
The 940 (serrated) was my second (or third)BM I ever bought, I don't carry it much, only on special occasions (weddings, Bar Miztvahs, funerals god forbid) when I need a light gentleman's knife.0 -
♫ So fresh and so clean clean ♫ quote:Originally posted by AFO II Fan:
Here it is for your viewing pleasure.
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I fixed the title of the thread to something more inline with what I actually did. This knife I carry with me all the time. This knife already gave me a little cut here or there.
Heath0 -
Glad you like it Not feeling it in your pocket is what sold me years ago, sometimes you follow hype with larger knives but honestly - a 940 is all you'll ever need..
All they need is some in M390 now - or more M4!0 -
M390 or M4 version of the 940 I think would add like 50 or 60 dollars to the price tag but it would be worth it.
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quote:Originally posted by AFO II Fan:
M390 or M4 version of the 940 I think would add like 50 or 60 dollars to the price tag but it would be worth it.
Heath
Count me in .............0 -
I wonder if they're having issues with M390? They have M4 down, its only drawback is that its corrosive (still haven't had any issues though) 0 -
My 581 with M390 is good to go. The only thing about M390 I have heard is when heat treating it is very difficult to do and sometimes warping came into play.
Heath0 -
I have to admit I make fun of the green and purple. I don't actually have one. I have 3 940's and a 943. At the end of the day my EDC rotation is simply a 50/50 split between 940 and a Ritter mini. I figure I should get one since if they ever do stop making the green one I would hate be to the only one who never actually got one. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by Geocyclist:
I have to admit I make fun of the green and purple. I don't actually have one. I have 3 940's and a 943. At the end of the day my EDC rotation is simply a 50/50 split between 940 and a Ritter mini. I figure I should get one since if they ever do stop making the green one I would hate be to the only one who never actually got one.
Go ahead a buy a green one, you know you want to
Heath0 -
I'll play devils advocate lol
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Having 3 940s & none of them being Green also says something 
You have good taste, sir
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