940-Series Usage

i like my plain 940 a lot, really good as an edc, good handle to blade ratio, easy to handle, great edc. only downside for me was the rather thick blade and grind, though some would probably think of it as an advantage.
 
I just bought a 943 and have it on the way so I hope it works well. The overall thickness I believe is the same as the 940, but I hope the grind makes it a better slicer.
 
Classify as excellent lightweight general daily use pocket knife.
 
It's a great choice for daily carry...its in my weekly rotation for EDC and has been for years.
 
Something to think about.

I acquired a 940 rather cheaply.

problem.


My other knives are getting less pocket time.

Do I beat on it... As hard as any other knife I own

You break a blade. BM to the recuse. 30 bucks for a new satin blade .
 
I myself was curious about this_is_nascar s original question...after much much research I'm planning on ordering a 940-1 very soon but am worried with hard (but not improper) use will be on the tightness of the lockup and if any blade wiggle, especially side to side may occur.

Only reason I ask I the only other BM I have is a 530 and at first it had the same great, smooth action with a tight lockup but after using it a bit (and this one not even hard use) I either get too stiff an action which totally takes away from that fun smooth ability to easily flick the blade in and out multiple ways just like the 940 series or I get the nice action but a little bit of side to side wiggle which drives me nuts.

I am planning on sending the 530 into BM for service but at the same time dont want similar issues with a 940/940-1 since they are both very thin, light and relatively long blades with same axis lock.

Any advise? You think my 530 is defective? Don't get me wrong I know what the 940 is want for and I plan on using it as a high end edc and babying the thing. I just also value well built craftmanship and durability which I think should come on a knife such as the 530 even if it is $100 vs $200+ for the 940s.

I know BM is great and am eager to see how they handle my warranty claim with my 530 as I'm sure it will exceed my expectations. I don't however want to spend a couple hundred $'s on a knife that will loosen up over time.

Has anyone come across issues like this?
 
I'm carrying my 940-1 at work a lot because it's so light and doesn't take up a whole lot of pocket space, it's great for small everyday cutting tasks but I don't think it will hold up well if you're really stressing it out. Side to side wiggle is a thing if you're trying to keep the action smooth and you're using it all the time. I would recommend a thinner blade if you're looking for top notch cutting performance and you're going to be breaking down a lot of cardboard or anything of that nature.
Mine only wiggles if you're really trying though. It's not bothersome.

The blade thickness is a factor and out of the box sharpness isn't up to par with a thin flat ground knife like an ffg delica or a hollow ground knife like a basic kershaw skyline or cold steel code 4. It's thick and the relief grind is pretty steep.
I took a long time on a Lansky system to make the relief edge a little shallower, I think 20 degrees on both sides is what I went for...and with s90v and the factory grind (which I think is more for looks than for sharpness) it took a couple hours to get it where I wanted it.
Mind you the Lansky system isn't the best for this. Takes a long ass time with their little stones and their blade clamp isn't the most precise system available. But i made due.
 
coldmrk said:
I'm carrying my 940-1 at work a lot because it's so light and doesn't take up a whole lot of pocket space, it's great for small everyday cutting tasks but I don't think it will hold up well if you're really stressing it out. Side to side wiggle is a thing if you're trying to keep the action smooth and you're using it all the time. I would recommend a thinner blade if you're looking for top notch cutting performance and you're going to be breaking down a lot of cardboard or anything of that nature.
Mine only wiggles if you're really trying though. It's not bothersome.

The blade thickness is a factor and out of the box sharpness isn't up to par with a thin flat ground knife like an ffg delica or a hollow ground knife like a basic kershaw skyline or cold steel code 4. It's thick and the relief grind is pretty steep.
I took a long time on a Lansky system to make the relief edge a little shallower, I think 20 degrees on both sides is what I went for...and with s90v and the factory grind (which I think is more for looks than for sharpness) it took a couple hours to get it where I wanted it.
Mind you the Lansky system isn't the best for this. Takes a long ass time with their little stones and their blade clamp isn't the most precise system available. But i made due.
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Thanks for the info. I understand with a thin, light weight and longish blade type of edc folder it is not meant to be a utility knife or replace say one of my great punishment takers such as my Kershaw Blur...I am fine with the high end edc concept and I understand with a thin blade and thin frame you can actually cause blade movement just because you're actually bending/stressing the frame and blade which may appear as movement or improper lock up however the wiggle I am talking about with my 530, which has seen very little use, is the annoying "shit, gotta readjust the pivot again" wobble because something is just not right.

In general I let any new knife break in for a month or so and in most cases especially with your usual edc's, pivot adjustment is needed, a tad of blue loctite and knife is gtg for a very long time - both with perfect lockup (no play) and usually once broken in, an even smoother action.

I spent $14 on a new Chinese made Kershaw...the Thistle I believe - no assisted opening just a simple slim and light plastic folder. What I said above about a little adjustment during break in is usual and that occurred with this $14 knife yet it was a sinch to fix perfectly.

Side to side wiggle especially slight is more of an annoyance than functional problem yet I don't understand how Kershaw can make a thumb stud in assisted folder around the same weight and length (give or take) yet for hundreds more you get blade play and I feel it shouldn't be justified in any matter.

The reason I want a 940 variant is because it is a higher end, best example of what a quality production folder should be so for me I want flawless performance - yet with an understanding that it's a tool with many parts and sometimes there's going to be a problem.

I'm not bashing BM or saying they're knives are not up to par. Chances are my 530 had looser tolerances and BM will fix it no worries. However if what I am describing is a common trend among their lighter edc knives, I may head a different direction regardless of how much iv already fallen in love with the 940s lol.
 
Unless you're a lefty like me I would highly recommend checking out spyderco and zt.
For outstanding cutting ability and value I recommend the zt0770cf or the zt0450 which isn't as comfortable as the 940 im large hands but cuts better and doesn't develop blade play as much.... As far as spyderco is concerned the positron is pretty sweet and I love the sage series....the sage 3 bolt action would be a neat comparison to axis lock knives. All of which will come a little cheaper than the benchmade
Are you left handed or right handed though?
Either was add a skyline to your rotation...for 40 bucks you can't go wrong!
 
If the pivot comes loose.


The 940 actually flexes less than a Delica with FRN scales.

Blue locktite it.

940 has a thicker tip than a PM2.

And unlike a PM2. If you break a blade. No problem.

30bucks.

For sharpening. I NEVER had any difficulty putting an edge on it.
 
Thanks. I'm well aware of Spyderco and there offerings. I still have a Delica-4 and Chaparral-1. The majority of their product line are too tall for me and don't carry comfortably.
 
I loved the 940-1 I had and I will get another... its a really nice, light weight medium size EDC knife that will do most any general cutting task. See this review for more info. :) http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...eview-and-Testing-S90V-and-CF?highlight=940-1

Probably what I will do is have the blade reground by Josh at Razor Edge, to a slightly higher grind and a near zero edge to give maximum cutting performance. Then it will join my family of customized folders.
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Rapt_up said:
Probably what I will do is have the blade reground by Josh at Razor Edge, to a slightly higher grind and a near zero edge to give maximum cutting performance. Then it will join my family of customized folders.
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I thought about that. But have never seen one till today.

Now that is a slicer.


and I agree.

Ankerson said:
The BM 940-1 is an excellent knife for light to medium duty,.
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I EDC mine a lot at work. Doesn't weigh your pants down in dress slacks. I do beat it pretty good out on the shop floor just to show guys what a good knife is and will do. Love the 940!!
 
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