/ revhiker www.amazon.com/shop/revhiker Benchmade vs Spyderco! The 940 and PM2 go head to head in Action, Ergos, cutting tests, Customer Service, and warranty. Its all in the test.
I've been a carpenter for almost 40 years. Always use the right tool for the right job if it breaks or bends it means you're not using it properly. If people use a Spyderco as a pry bar knowing in advance that it has a thin tip obviously it's going to break. Every tool is designed for a certain job use it properly and it will not fail you. In 40 years the only tools that ever got broken are the ones that I loaned to my friends who don't know how to use tools properly.
@kevinmorrice
5 жыл бұрын
i know, ive seen victorinox knives being batoned and even higonomkami knives getting prybarred
@ramonanzures9780
5 жыл бұрын
James yeah I don't know what it is these days that people think a knife is shit if it breaks from doing something stupid
@jasonphillips572
4 жыл бұрын
I had a super in boston ask to borrow my knife(spiderco pm2) i hand it to him turn around , then i here scrapping like sounds, i turn to see he’s trying to pry a locked door open with it! Fucked up my tip, some people? Now if someone ask me for my knife i ask what there plan for it is. Lol
@kevin6030
4 жыл бұрын
@@jasonphillips572 I would have lost it. Probably hurt his feelings. Ignorant bastard.
@grizzlycountry1030
4 жыл бұрын
Gonna disagree with you. Tools and/or metal will flex, bend and break all the time. Most of the time it's metal fatigue or just poorly made metal that contained flaws. The ultimate issue is that you market a item to be tough or as well as all you need whether as a EDC or in a survival situation then the product should be able to handle abuse.
@CatNaps33
5 жыл бұрын
Honestly the Osborne 940 grew on me the more I used it. At first it wasn’t my favorite. Now, all these years later it doesn’t leave my side. EDC classic.
@jarrettm3728
10 ай бұрын
I just hate those cheap shitty omega springs
@tonymaciel7687
6 ай бұрын
And yeah 940 is top dog. Designed by a real rancher. Enough said. That reverse tanto with that reinforced tip is the best looking blade ever imo & it can take a beating most blades can’t take. Can’t tell you how much heavy prying I’ve done with my 940 & never broke. I tried carrying a pm2 & broke the tip in like the first 2 weeks of carrying it lol got my 940 and that’s all I need. I have much much more expensive knives but none can take the 940 out my pocket.
@jayn8392
5 жыл бұрын
The best part about the 940 is that it is REALLY light and dissappears in the pocket very well despite it being a bit on the longer side. The coating on the aluminum scales is also nice feeling.
@mikepalmer4371
5 жыл бұрын
Jay N There is nothing on the market that carries the way the 940 does! And I agree about the aluminum scales, satin smooth!
@zaheerkader7426
2 жыл бұрын
Main reason why the s90v 940 is in my pocket every day... It's like a feather with a scorpion sting
@liamrowland7786
2 жыл бұрын
Just got my 940 yesterday, and holy shit. Easily the best knife I’ve ever had in my hand and pocket. Truly a terrifying awesome tool.
@brucestover4370
Жыл бұрын
Just purchased the 9400 auto
@knifeaddict1014
Жыл бұрын
@@zaheerkader7426m4 steel in my pocket.
@alanrobisonPD1960
Жыл бұрын
Hey brother, love your channel, I think you’re the only one that represents their faith and not ashamed of the gospel. Love the content, I just signed up on your channel. I was an MK and PK in west Africa for 20 years. My parents were southern Baptist missionaries in Nigeria first and then Liberia, 35 years in total. My name is Alan, I currently live with my family in Riverside , Southern California !! God Bless you and your family and the awesome job you do to share the gospel one soul at a time. Alan
@bbusch23
4 жыл бұрын
Love all my benchmades! Never had a spyderco...yet...but when it comes to prying paint cans that's a job for my leatherman lol
@MrMemyselfandi415
5 жыл бұрын
ANNNNND YOU'RE A PASTOR!!! NICE! I thought that Hebrews verse was a cool one there on your 940. I went through a period where I was a skeptic when I was younger, but there is something radically cool that happens to your life when you accept Jesus and don't look back. LOL..like reckless abandon for God. Like you don't just know about God, or read about stories of people who knew Him, you experience Him in your own life. That's a beautiful thing. I can't speak for others, but God radically came into my life at a whole other level when I started helping start a church and going to small groups. When I first met my pastor I heard him tell me "If you wanna see God work in your life...serve". I did NOT want to hear that. I thought he was just trying to talk me into helping out because he needed people...and that COULD have been part of it.....but he wasn't kidding. The atmosphere and grace on my life is thick and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I won't lie, people aren't always the easiest to deal with, but I desire the power of God and blessing on my life so much that I walk through it and try to serve as faithfully as I can and it's always worth it. Jesus is the best thing that's ever happened to me.
@RevHiker
5 жыл бұрын
Amen bro! Serving is def the way to a deeper walk! Love hearing stories like this... thanks for sharing and God bless!
@lv4235
6 жыл бұрын
Great profound comparison Rev! Thank you so much for taking the effort and God bless you !
@ramonanzures9780
4 жыл бұрын
Best test on KZitem between the 2 no bias and a actual test
@jchap2953
5 жыл бұрын
This the first time I visit your channel. I skipped straight to the end to see the winner. Your encouraging words are at the end made me a subscriber.
@RevHiker
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@HamSammichApex
5 жыл бұрын
Best wishes to you man! Thanks for the informative video and the solid message at the end! Good luck in all your endeavors!
@scarter176
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve had 940s for 10 years. Just ordered the PM2 so we shall see. Good video and evaluation comparison. God is Great !
@bruhhurb8676
3 жыл бұрын
How has the pm2 been?
@celzolsen8988
3 жыл бұрын
Well?
@mlouis7
Жыл бұрын
hows the PM2 vs the 940
@JuicyJerm
5 жыл бұрын
Pm2 all day long. Favorite carry knife. Now I cut a lot of cardboard at my job and for that I use my Endura 4.
@inhalefarts
3 жыл бұрын
Just carry something like the Gerber EAB so you can have a folding/locking tiny box cutter on you too, so you won't have to eat up your good steel on the menial tasks
@Phaminator525
3 жыл бұрын
@@inhalefarts facts 😂 I used to work at a warehouse where I had to cut cardboard and even my m390/20cv knives will dull in one day cutting cardboard. Definitely shouldn't be using a good knife for cutting cardboard jobs
@tonyhoodlass1846
2 жыл бұрын
Spot on
@latestplague3762
Жыл бұрын
@@inhalefarts yep i agree I've never understood people cutting cardboard with their knives. I can understand people doing reviews or edge retention tests using it but I see comments from people saying they use their knives for it daily. If you're cutting more than 1-2 ft of cardboard a month get a damn utitly knife with disposable razor blades is my thought. But hey if they wanna sharpen their knives that much and waste $ by eating up their expensive blades more power to the stupid.
@mikepalmer4371
5 жыл бұрын
I have both, love both but I honestly do prefer the 940
@ulrichwollfoerster6978
5 жыл бұрын
I also use my 940 more often than my Para 2. Since about 5 years my 940 is my edc and it never failed.
@mikepalmer4371
5 жыл бұрын
Ulrich Wollfoerster I haven’t found its match yet, I have the 940-1 and still prefer the original..... idk it’s just a homerun of a knife
@Phaminator525
3 жыл бұрын
940 is better in every way EXCEPT cutting lol
@mbhaus6349
3 жыл бұрын
@@beauash9651 u don't want a folder for heavy duty outdoor use...
@The11eleven
2 жыл бұрын
@@Phaminator525 the only thing the PM2 beats the 940 in is cutting vegetables! I don’t know about you, but I use my knives at work(interior/exterior paint, drywall, and stucco) and wouldn’t even consider using them on food preparation.
@jojojeep1
7 ай бұрын
Friend, I truly love the way you finish the video off, there’s nothing like Grace the gift that keeps giving. The gift that’s so simple people won’t accept it.
@martinanderson3054
4 жыл бұрын
I have both and love them both but see them as quite different. Even though both are buttery smooth the 940 edges out the PM2 in how fast it deploys and closes with ease. My 940 has become my Sunday knife...it’s form is more suitable for pocket carry in my church pants it’s more eloquent...to me more of a gentlemen’s knife. However the PM2 is my everyday carry the other 6 days due to the confidence I have with it in hand for larger tasks as well as small tasks. Both are amazing!
@nunyabizness3882
Жыл бұрын
You can ziptie deploy the PM2 so it's open as it's coming out of your pocket.
@crossface222
5 жыл бұрын
And the customer service comes up. You nailed it bro. Case closed. Love the video.
@riverratsrevenge8159
6 жыл бұрын
Have both, love both. 940 gets more pocket time because it's slimmer
@kevin25222522
3 жыл бұрын
Watched for the knives, stayed for the ending. Thank you for putting that in your video it means alot to me. Its amazing how God can use people in all sorts of ways. Keep the motivation coming.
@TarmanTheChampion
Жыл бұрын
Amen & God Bless you brother!
@kypatriot7037
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the inspirational and devotional message in the end. It made my evening. God bless you and keep you healthy and safe. As much as I had enjoyed your review of the knives, I got blessed with the last piece of the message. I am a baptized believer and thank God for His mercy and grace daily.
@GetMeThere1
5 жыл бұрын
Thorough test. Thanks for doing it.
@johnfisco8382
Ай бұрын
It’s nice to see a knife review video in Which the knife actually cuts things!
@marclucier2533
10 ай бұрын
I have both. Hands down the 940 is the best for my day to day application. I’m rough on a knife. The 940 takes everything I throw at it
@gride5153
5 жыл бұрын
I think this was a very fair review. Thank-you
@lenaguilar501
3 жыл бұрын
I was at the store yesterday and I checked so many 940 variants. They were beautiful. Then I asked for a PM2 and a Para3. The Para3 felt small for me, just like the 940. The store showed me a Griptilian with hole. I like the hole. It became comparable with the PM2. After scrutinizing both, I was torn, but I ended up choosing the PM2. I just like the way it feels. My EDC knife is a Kershaw Funxion EMT, and the blade (saber) is similar to the Griptilian. That’s another reason I chose the PM2 so that I can have a flat blade. Now I carry 2 knives, the PM2 and the Funxion. I might get a very small OTF soon. Thank you for your video. I’m a Marine and a first responder.
@gavinlamb3507
5 жыл бұрын
I prefer the pm2 personally. I like the larger handle and it fits my hand better. And personally when I’m at work I’ve got a second knife on my radio strap I use to pry stuff up such as prying up pins out of door hinges
@allwrong3114
3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the brotherly Christian blessings at the end of your videos. Thanks for that RevHiker. The knives: You mentioned opening paint cans with the tip of you Spyderco. Try using the thumb hole (closed blade) to open paint cans. Been doing it for years and years. The round tomb hole on the blade in closed position will open paints cans fast. Thanks Rev!
@Yeti21173
Ай бұрын
Great video! I’m a benchmade man but I got my first spyderco recently the micarta pm2 in cruwear. I thank you for your non bias attitude you are fair. And thank you for your encouraging word pastor. God bless.
@zer0gr4vity77
6 жыл бұрын
PM2 for me, I own two, my big hands require a larger size knife. The handle on the 940 would be a pain in the ass for me.
@Fangsinurface
5 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Like many I have both and have done similar tests with almost identical results but I've always preferred the ergos and blade shape of the para 2. My only gripe was always the damn size. Enter.. The para 3. Ultimatley you really can't go wrong with either. Great video man. Your closing statements were honest and real. Great stuff bruddah.
@raymondjames9557
2 жыл бұрын
Amen, brother. Good review and I appreciate your encouragement. God is grace to us. The more we open to God the more we partake of His grace and can extend grace to others.
@gearsNtools
3 жыл бұрын
Good Video, I lost my 940 recently (I know sucks!) I ended up getting a Spiderco PM2 to replace it. it's a tough call between these 2 they are both great in different ways.
@Walid_Kharseh
Жыл бұрын
Best review ever. Have not seen such a good, detailed and honest review that covers everything. Keep going!
@user-hh4ly2xy6s
2 жыл бұрын
Great and honest review! I have a 940 and love it. But at times I think I could really like the Para 3. Different situations could determine which one I bring that day. If I could only have one, it would be the 940. But just maybe I can do both. Great point at the end. You don’t know what others are dealing with. Keep an open mind. You would be shocked at what some people can hide or deal with. At the same time you can be shocked with what people do for no reason. I just try to be the best person I can. But I’m not perfect either.
@mklein5179
6 жыл бұрын
Great testing and great review. Subbed
@mrmaxx4400
5 жыл бұрын
Well done. I enjoyed the tests. Thanks
@honestdave
5 жыл бұрын
Love my pm2 I gotta get my hands on a 940
@manifestgtr
2 жыл бұрын
I own both…I own many Spydercos and Benchmades. Here are the main differences that make an *actual* impact on your experience. First of all, the Spydercos are superior cutting tools, period. Their blade shapes and edge geometries are just better. They also come in much better steels…if you like a model, chances are you can find it in Cruwear, m4 or S110v. Lastly, Spydercos have very “blade focused” ergonomics…the blade itself sort of becomes part of your hand while you use it. Benchmades feel slightly more luxury. They’re very smooth and satisfying to operate but they still feel sturdy and capable. If you like to choke back, a Benchmade is probably what you’re looking for…their ergonomic is more “I’m holding this knife” than “this knife is an extension of my hand”. Lastly, Benchmade makes the most of its size. The 940, mini grip, etc. are all incredibly efficient. They make the most of their scales by fitting a ton of blade length into a small package.
@EDCandLace
9 ай бұрын
Totally accurate comment!!
@EDCandLace
9 ай бұрын
One thing you left out, spyderco has absolutely the superior heat treats as well.
@manifestgtr
9 ай бұрын
@@EDCandLace For sure…I feel like benchmade’s s30v is a bit easier to get *ultra* sharp on a bench stone. But other than that, the cruwear and m4 on my shamans, etc. is undoubtedly better than my adamas or 560. I think spyderco just has more experience with tool steels since they use them so much more often. I also like that they don’t automatically coat every tool steel.
@jamesnola3534
6 ай бұрын
Spydyrco has better steel than benchmade,, 😅hahaha hahaha hahaha hahaha 😆 😅
@jamesnola3534
6 ай бұрын
Spydyrco are cheap
@richfreeman739
6 жыл бұрын
Great video. Loved the end of it!
@RevHiker
6 жыл бұрын
William Freeman thanks man👍
@berare777
5 жыл бұрын
👍 for the video and 👍👍👍👍👍 for the final words. God bless you !
@DanoG-xf7jb
5 жыл бұрын
Great video my friend. While I love the ffg and blade shape of the PM2 I more often carry my 940 for edc because the tip is just too fine on the PM2. I snapped one once and now I'm nervous to use it for edc as a tradesman. And the compression lock is not great for us lefties as you pointed out. Both great knives though.
@gns942
2 жыл бұрын
Picked up a 940-2 a few days ago to replace a PM2 as an EDC. While I liked the PM2, it is too bulky due to the handle shape and length, as well as the Spyderco hole in the blade. The 940-2 is a lot slimmer and lighter, and it has pretty much the same blade length with a much stronger tip that's still sharp enough to pierce or drill a hole.
@Lemon_Sage9999
11 ай бұрын
There's a bunch of meme like stories of guys punching holes in car hoods, used as a can opener etc.
@naturallyadapted2096
6 жыл бұрын
This was a solid comparison! I am inclined to agree with you on the 940. However I have found that benchmade hardware is less likely to strip as well. I've had PM 2 hardware strip out on me, while the benchmade screws have yet to show any signs of wear or stripping thus far.
@Jaeamythomas
2 жыл бұрын
Man what a great video. I am looking at these 2 knives and can't decide on which one to get. Most of all, I enjoyed the end of your video when you offered the hope only found in Jesus! I am thankful there are still people willing to share Jesus like you are doing! Keep up the great work, looking forward to more great videos!
@tonyhoodlass1846
2 жыл бұрын
Have over a 100 Spydercos, God bless buddy
@lancegabara6602
Жыл бұрын
Amen, great video and I’m thankful for the message at the end. Blessings to all
@sputumtube
5 жыл бұрын
I never 'warmed' to the PM2. It's a truly excellent product (and I do have other Spyderco's) but I found that the hype didn't live up to it. In fact I gave mine to my son and don't miss it at all. I bought the Shaman as a replacement for my PM2 (before the prices went up) and although it's another great folder, it's way too heavy for EDC use. The standard 940 ticks all the boxes for me and I'm thinking of trading my Shaman for a second 940 if I can get a good deal...
@austinpundit6321
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I love the PM2 but find it a bit heavy for EDC. Now the Native 5, in FRN is just about perfect. Great weight, great cutting tool, very comfortable in the hand. I'd refer a G10 version, and am hoping to get one soon.
@stinger9142
3 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the comparison, but really liked how you ended the video. God bless!
@sawtoothscream1521
4 жыл бұрын
Been using my pm2 for a few years now. Love it and can't complain. Ended up grabbing a pm3 lw as well and again, it's a great little knife. My first bench made will be here on Saturday:). Had reward points at work so I decided to cash in and ordered a 940-1
@sawtoothscream1521
4 жыл бұрын
First one I received was tampered with, someone swapped the s90v for a D2 blade, whole thing might have been counterfeit idk. Replacement 940-1 looks nice but pretty dull, touched it up on the kme for now but the angle on one side is much steeper than the other. Will shave hair now but need to reprofile it in the future and even those grinds ups. After that this will probably be my main carry, so might and thin compared to my pm2. Lighter than my pm3 lw as well.
@BurnDuration
5 жыл бұрын
The ergonomics on the PM2 are far superior, especially in wet conditions and with gloves on. The tall full flat grind allows the PM2 to be thinner behind the edge, and if used in a self defense role, the wider blade creates a larger wound for the same depth.
@Phaminator525
3 жыл бұрын
True, the pm2 is a much better cutter but for self defense I would use the 940 just because of how robust it is. Also the Benchmade is faster to deploy in a self defense situation
@narq5099
5 жыл бұрын
I'm just happy to see a review by a fellow-lefty. It's an issue in the knife world.
@roblincoln10
5 жыл бұрын
Amen, brother. Great review
@rcrehab9623
4 жыл бұрын
Wow just found you !! Subbed I like the methed of the comparison..well done
@RevHiker
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks👍
@rolandswift3108
9 ай бұрын
Really appreciated the message at the end. Nice work
@mychaelpierce8049
5 жыл бұрын
Great job again!
@keithm.9598
4 жыл бұрын
Having 4 para 2's and 1 940-01 I can say personally without a doubt I'll take the Spyderco everyday of the week and twice on Sunday. I cant think of a single thing Benchmade physically did better than Spyderco. Maybe the warranty is better but that's a good thing since you're way more likely to need it in the first place.
@tonyhoodlass1846
2 жыл бұрын
Well said
@rommelthedesertfox3089
Жыл бұрын
No axis lock is better and so is the blade
@travmaster3035
Жыл бұрын
Idk?, i have a para 3, 2pm2’s a total of 4 in total I have owned, & 2 940’s currently both -1 &-2, spyderco’s warranty is worthless & no they do not come perfect from factory it’s a shame their warranty that is currently in place does not honor factory flaws as long as it does not flaw the working design albeit opening/closeing & pivot anything other than that spyderco feels every single 1 of the knives that come from their facility is flawless, that said spydercos flaw is that mindset unfortunetly, I sent a mini grip in pieces to benchmade w/ a quarter of the blade Length broken off, all I paid was something like $30-$40 to replace the knife blade for a completely new 1 & they corrected their wrongs & sent the knife back put together new blade in perfect grind tackt , can spyderco do that ? Go fucc urself is spydercos awnser, ppl don’t realize that ppl themselves is a incorrect use that’s spydercos problem
@ronaldraygun2639
10 ай бұрын
Even after the para 3 chipped 😅
@scottking2340
6 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!!!
@deathphantom6669
7 ай бұрын
anyone else watching this because of Wranglerstar?
@cocabandi
6 жыл бұрын
Very comprehensive comparison between two favorite US made knives, Rev. Thank you for an exhausting effort. My brother is a dedicated Benchmade type of guy, the kind of person who only owns one knife, period. . And because he lives abroad and occasionally looses his one knife, I usually replace it with another Benchmade. Me, I like owning a few different folders, mostly budget knives with AUS 8 steel, or its equivalent as I am able to keep my knives razor sharp at all times. Given a choice, I would prefer the Spyderco because of the full flat grind blade; but then again, I really like the Benchmade Axis lock. Personally, both these knives are out of my price range. My solution? A Ganzo G729. Look like a PM2, but with a nice piston lock. Decent steel for my urban use, solid built, and available for under $20.
@PulledPurk
5 жыл бұрын
I have a Byrd Meadowlark in g10. The edges of the scales were very angular so I took a small file to them and rounded them. Much more comfortable.
@319.e
5 жыл бұрын
I have a few pm2s and a few p3s and I actually prefer them to my 940. I also like that they occasionally come along in different steels. I have a p3 in s35vn, s110v, and maxamet is my newest for example. While I do keep my 940 in my collection, it’s not one that i carry all the time. Also you could go ahead and get a pm2 and a leatherman for your paint can prying needs (which I literally do because you can’t beat a leatherman for really hard stuff) and you’ll still have some money left over. All jokes aside, great video!
@globeeartheulogy9126
3 жыл бұрын
I own both,.... and I would walk confidently into any dark alley with either of them my hand ! Both awesome blades 🥰🤙🏼🇨🇦
@e90_austin
3 жыл бұрын
As opposed to carrying a pistol? Lol
@guillaumesavard2224
2 жыл бұрын
@@e90_austin we can't carry pistols in Canada. Heh
@nathandrushinin1072
5 жыл бұрын
Very good, thorough review!
@RevHiker
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@kipcotter5374
3 жыл бұрын
Top shelf video; great job!
@scottmassie8981
5 жыл бұрын
I am down to just three brands of folders I will carry. I always have a Benchmade Mini Griptilian in the pocket and also carry a full sized Griptilian, or 940 at times. Also quite fond of the ZT, 0566, 0350, and tiger stripe 0301, and the Emerson CQC-8 and CQC- Horseman. You can bet I have at least two or three of those on me at all times.
@travismeering1493
6 жыл бұрын
940 all day long i love the heck out of mine
@crossface222
5 жыл бұрын
Travis Meering best knife on the market
@gmoney5947
5 жыл бұрын
Travis Meering I hope you can experience the Anthem. I broke down and bought one. I have a 940-1 and for another $160 I can tell I’m getting my money’s worth. The Benchmade anthem is the Apex of high end production knives. Plus there’s only two screws excluding the pocket clip.
@cornettric
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the ending and your advice...I praise God for you
@tripletap1
4 жыл бұрын
My Endura with the VG-10 is outstanding!
@Sirgromulus
5 жыл бұрын
I have and love both of these knives. I consider the 940 to be a better (and more "elegant") EDC for those of us who work in an office environment or when dressed up a bit for work or evening. That being said, the PM2 is a my choice for my weekend or outside activity carry.
@lifenature5463
5 жыл бұрын
I'm not leaving a comment because you already expressed my thought. Love my 940 ( an old 154CM). For the record I own also a Para 2 S30V.
@SuperDuty23XL
4 жыл бұрын
“Pried off paint can lids” . What? they make 59 cent tools for that. I will definitely look at both. I like the looks of the Spyderco. I like what you said about Benchmade customer service. Kudos to your end of video talk. Great video
@chandler7748
5 жыл бұрын
Nice tests, I have a 940-2 and like it pretty decently. I need to get locktite for it though because my pivot keeps coming loose on it. My 940 also has a bunch of micro chips in the blade from cutting cardboard, which is odd because s30v usually doesnt for me. I also have a LW manix 2 in s110v which I like more, that doesnt microchip as easily which suprised me. S110v is supposed to be chippy, but I only have 1 chip and that was from hitting concrete being stupid lol. The manix has better ergos, is lighter, and cuts better so for me it's my preference.
@ReptileAssylum
5 жыл бұрын
neat vid mate and i might be an old aussie construction boilermaker but i have to say thank you for your great message at the end of this tale .god bless you and all our fellow Christians
@jeffersononetwo
5 жыл бұрын
Spyderco! Great review and testing
@13ON3S
4 жыл бұрын
Benchmade and Spyderco I think are perfection when it comes to pocket knives.
@whalehands
3 жыл бұрын
Spyderco yes, benchmade, depends on if CQ had their coffee that morning. Coming from someone who owns all benchmades and only owned one spyderco pm2. Key word "owned". Plan on getting a pm3 though to become a regular edc. Right now my Benchmade 9400 auto lives in my pocket everyday. Amazing knife.
@wyattbreymeyer4033
3 жыл бұрын
@@whalehands when it comes to edc i think benchmade designs are king, they are alot more streamline, ive had 6 spydercos and now i only have a para 3 lw because of how well it carries
@whalehands
3 жыл бұрын
@@wyattbreymeyer4033 I have 3 benchmade 940s, two are serrated black, one is the 9400 auto. Bought to sell one. I bought a Maxamet para 3, then days later i was gifted a s30v Para 3. The second big knife i bought money wise was a Paramilitary 2 brown s35vn sprint run knife. Sold it days later. Ended up trading the Maxamet version to get it back months later. Which was a week ago. Love carrying it now. Only with DP clip though. Felt sentimental towards it. So those two spydercos are all i have. I have a Gerber 06 auto and a Toor Carbon Phoenix. I've had a lot of Benchmades. I would get them and resell them. I had a Super Freek. Wanted to carry it but, just didn't like it for some reason. As i mentioned above, im going to sell a 940 because for a long time, ive wanted a Bailout gry-1 m4 steel. I know i will carry and love that knife. The 940 im selling, i put custom micarta scales on it. After that, i carried it for a little bit, then really started missing the original aluminum scales. I would see all these other 940s with the beautiful wear on them and just wanted the aluminum scales back. I use my knives, the ones i carry that is. I keep them well maintained but, I'm not afraid to hack wood if i have to with them. I also have various tools from Winkler, Toor Knives, and Gerber. I love Gerbers american made products. I want to build a fastball on their custom shop. I know Gerber gets a bad wrap but, even though the quality on my 06 auto is shit, I love it for what it is. It just works. I also have the Principle and Strongarm. The Strongarm is a Beast. If they ever come out with a strong steel for it, i will get it. I am currently falling in love with Buck knives too. Looking to purchase a 110 in s35vn. I love Benchmades, and i have had more of them than any other but, i also like other companies as well. I hated Spydercos until i got my Para3. But my next knife will be a Bailout. I also carry a Leatherman Charge TTi on my hip everyday too.
@wyattbreymeyer4033
3 жыл бұрын
@@whalehands i got my first 940 two days ago and i can already tell its not leaving my pocket for awhile i liked the buck marksman its a hell of a knife if you can tune it right, and sk knives had special editions usually in s35vn
@Phaminator525
3 жыл бұрын
@@whalehands I carried a para 3 ,pm2 and 940 as an edc. And honestly Spyderco knives perform better for daily cutting tasks like opening packages and whatnot. But Everytime you take them out of your pocket you don't get the same feeling as a 940. They just look ugly af and don't feel premium. Just my opinion tho, Spydercos beat Benchmade when it comes to performance in cutting so ig that's all that matters
@Lasurge1982
5 жыл бұрын
I own both. Benchmade 940 all day.
@robt8173
5 жыл бұрын
Lasurge1982 also own both to me edc 940. If your in the woods the pm2 or split the difference and get bench made nakamura
@onetimeoutdoorsdj1394
6 жыл бұрын
Very cool I video awesome information and now that I've used and carried the 9:40 and I used to have a Spyderco tenacious until it was stolen I love the 9:40 the way it fits in my hand and I've never had the expensive steals like this and the 9:40 that you gave me is still Sharp it's not hair shaving sharp anymore but it's still Sharp eventually I'm going to have to get a sharpening system or something to sharpen the knives with I did really like the Spyderco tenacious as well but it definitely didn't hold and Ed as long as the Benchmade 940 granted there are two totally different steals but I just figured I would add my two cents LOL I love you brother thank you again and God bless you and your family
@Umuliuz
4 жыл бұрын
Just finally got my 940. But I will also be getting a Paramilitary 2 or 3 sometime in the future :p :p
@javigonzalez7669
3 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing you got the tanto?
@williambrown4304
4 жыл бұрын
Hey ! This was a good video. Thanks
@FcItsSpartan
2 ай бұрын
I just ordered an Osborne 940, can't wait to hold it in my hand and see what the hype's about
@Kenny762c
3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Here's my 2 cents now. There is no perfect edc knife, all of them have their strong points along with their weak points. So get what looks the best to you lol. For me I went with the 940 because of benchmades warranty.
@bluepill8077
2 жыл бұрын
I really like how you etched your 940
@coleemerson6484
6 жыл бұрын
Nicely done
@RevHiker
6 жыл бұрын
Cole Emerson thanks
@lefthandedknifeguy6437
5 жыл бұрын
I have finally found another left handed knife addict
@javigonzalez7669
3 жыл бұрын
Not enough lefty options out there
@menacewithaknife4045
5 жыл бұрын
You might of liked the pm2 better if it was the left hand version of it. I love my Benchmades but I also love my pm2 LH. Good review thanks 🐱
@RevHiker
5 жыл бұрын
You're probably right. The right handed version is a pain to close for me. My biggest problem is the thin tip and the tendency to chip and break of a small portion of the tip... but for a lot of people it suits them perfectly. Cant deny it's a winning design and slices like no ones business
@brucewayne1492
Жыл бұрын
Nice message at the end. God bless you and hope you’re doing well
@pauljenkins2370
6 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍 I like that you actually use the knifes, actually cut stuff. In my opinion this is the only way to test Action, Ergo's and real world cutting. A plus, Customer Service, and warranty, good work. 👍👍👍
@RevHiker
6 жыл бұрын
Paul Jenkins thanks... these are pretty common tasks for knives so I think it makes sense to test them like this
@pauljenkins2370
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, but many, all too many, tell you this and that about knives ergo's and blade steel, but don't seem to cut real world stuff ( cardboard, rope, zip ties and wood) continuously to really know how comfortable the handle and blade grind is, plus, hand sharpen the edge so it's known the hardest it's temper to and edge angle. Thanks for putting in the work. The only thing I'd also like to know, is the handle grip area, being that I wear an XL glove, 3.5" blade can be the smallest blade for a four finger grip. 😉
@RevHiker
6 жыл бұрын
Paul Jenkins I wear an xl glove as well, and these both get a good 4 fingers
@TheNutzandBoltz
5 жыл бұрын
Have both and I love holding the BM and love using the Spyderco. The PM2 carries big in pocket and the 940 is mediocre on food prep. If they both got together and made a high end SOG Mini Aegis, that would replace the deep carry perfect blade of the Mini Aegis in my pocket now.
@romans6two338
4 жыл бұрын
Just got a PM2 it's on the way. Love how you are spreading the good news at the end of your video. God bless
@jakematthews2458
4 жыл бұрын
Good news?
@dylancoetzee8902
Жыл бұрын
Best part of this video is the end god bless you brother
@user-wr6wo6vr8r
6 жыл бұрын
Looks like you struggled more cutting the cardboard with the pm2
@itsDarrell
5 жыл бұрын
super biased obviously haha more than once the PM2 almost didn't even finish the cut through..
@russbohman9577
5 жыл бұрын
Im just a random dude on the internet. Having said that... all cardboard cutting tests are dumb. I have 5 dollar throw away blades that will blow away both of these blades. If you cant sharpen your knives better than factory you arent a knife enthusiast.
@mauricedelorenzo5213
5 жыл бұрын
I love pm2s more but the 940 has blade ergos that let the cardboard crowd a little faster and more even....but the pm2 would technically slice most foods better except cheese bricks...then the 940 lol
@droidx6
5 жыл бұрын
Yes I love my pm2 with a passion that most certainly is not reciprocated however I'll admit he definitely struggled more so with the Pm2 🤦♂️
@robertwilliams5015
4 жыл бұрын
Looked that way to me too. He also said the tip of PM2 got under the zip ties further...didn't look like it on video.
@bruceleo2607
6 жыл бұрын
Just got a 940BK. It's a great knife, but I still carry my Manix 2s more. They may be big and ugly, but the Manix 2 fits my hand so well that I can't help but take one with me every day. Manix 2 for life!
@tonyhoodlass1846
2 жыл бұрын
Yep
@conradlarrieu6721
4 жыл бұрын
Great video Benchmade 940-2 is it for now. But I am going to ask Santa for the Paramilitary 2 Win - Win God bless
@JuanRamirez-bj6qe
4 жыл бұрын
Just picked up a para 2. Seems good so far.
@texmexmurican8733
5 жыл бұрын
Fuck it I'm just gonna buy both
@MrFlyrod7
2 ай бұрын
Too bad you stopped putting out videos. Your message is important. Blessings
@kevinAuman1
5 жыл бұрын
I would think the 943 vs paramilitary would be a much better assessment as the blade shapes/designs are more similar but great video thanks for posting
@jackt2202
5 жыл бұрын
But a lot of people go to get these ones. Also these are the 2 popular expensive ones around the same price
@treverelliott1124
3 жыл бұрын
I had the spider one. Really enjoyed it.
@MegaYangman
4 жыл бұрын
I've got both but Benchmade all day. Warranty and they also provide free deep carry clip.
@charlesbowers2421
6 жыл бұрын
Love the PM2 because I own one. Honestly I don’t like the looks of either of them! I love both companies, but I’m currently EDCing the Contigo or Cold Steel Code 4. Always looking for something better. Knifeaholic.
@heebs72gb
2 жыл бұрын
I love to see a knife that has some wear that you know has been used more than a weekend in somebody's pocket!
@luisnajera7676
5 жыл бұрын
Both great but you can’t beat benchmades warranty
@jnmgang8992
5 жыл бұрын
Luis Najera but u can beat their price
@sputumtube
5 жыл бұрын
I can't speak for Spyderco but Julie Morris at Benchmade is, to me, the jewel in their 'warranty crown'. My 940 failed twice because of failed omega springs. Julie kept me updated at every stage of the warranty repair via e-mail on both occasions and my 940 now has (what seems to me) stronger, uprated Omega springs and it's been completely reliable ever since. This is all the more valid as I live in the United Kingdom. Well done Benchmade and 'thankyou' Julie Morris.
@keithbeckett1349
4 жыл бұрын
@@sputumtube Being from the UK and using Benchmades warranty, how does that work exactly ? do you have to send your knife to the US ? what about the risk of it going missing during postage etc ?
@sputumtube
4 жыл бұрын
@@keithbeckett1349 Hi Keith - it works the same was as most other warranty repairs. I contacted them first via their website and spoke to a very helpful lady called Julie Morris. I was instructed to send my 940 to them at Benchmade Knife Co., 300 Beavercreek Road, Oregon City. OR 97045. About a week later she sent me an email to let me know she'd received the knife and then updated me (via email) at every stage of the repair. The whole process took about six weeks from posting to receiving. With the exception of my outgoing postage the whole thing didn't cost a penny. If you need any more info, just contact me again here. Good luck.
@user-pv9pv4xf9c
4 жыл бұрын
Just don't send Benchmade your guns, unless you want them destroyed, along with the Constitution. :-0
@joe2870
2 жыл бұрын
I have the pm2 it was much bigger than I thought it would be but it is fantastic cutter. If I had to do it over I'd probably get the benchmade 945
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