Benchmade SlipRidge vs Benchmade Osborne 940
Benchmade SlipRidge ($300) vs Benchmade Osborne 940 ($300) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade SlipRidge | Benchmade Osborne 940 |
| Price | $300 | $300 |
| Weight | 105.97g | 82.2g |
| Weight | 105.97g (Benchmade, 3.738 oz) | 82.2g (Benchmade published) |
| Blade | MagnaCut, modified clip-point | 3.4 in |
| Handle | Wood (15090) | — |
| Material | — | S30V blade, 6061-T6 aluminum handle |
| Warranty | — | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
Benchmade SlipRidge
- MagnaCut blade steel
- Wood handle
- Benchmade build quality
- $300
- 105.97g is on the heavier side
- Wood handles need some care
Benchmade Osborne 940
- Slim profile for a 3.4 in blade
- AXIS lock is smooth and strong
- Long-standing design with parts support
- $300
- Reverse-tanto grind is not for every user
Benchmade SlipRidge is the better value at $300. If weight matters most, Benchmade Osborne 940 carries lighter at 82.2g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.