Benchmade Axis Lock How does the spring force compare on these three

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Benchmade 940-1 Osborne AXIS Lock Knife Carbon Fiber (3.4" Stonewash) S90V

Hey compare for me the relative spring tension of the above axis lock omega springs to the full size Griptilian (specifically the Ritter M390) on the light end of force required to unlock the lock
and
The 710 (specifically the blue and black handled 710-1401 in M390) on the harder to release end of the spectrum.

Meaning is the 940 easier to release than the 710 ?

The Ritter Griptilian is easier to release than the 710.
 
My 940-1 was easier to release than my 710-1401. I didn't consider the 710 hard to release, just not as easy as the 940. I didn't like the 710 anyway:). Never had a grip so no help there.

940s...........mmm
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GB940Rookie said:
My 940-1 was easier to release than my 710-1401. I didn't consider the 710 hard to release, just not as easy as the 940. I didn't like the 710 anyway:). Never had a grip so no help there.
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THANK YOU !
That is just what I was hoping to hear. Sounds like the Grip and the 940 are similar or the same.
 
Just a side note... On my M390 710, if I didn't line the scales up correctly during reassembly the scale would rub on the Axis bar button. This might cause increased resistance when moving it. Additionally, the metal to metal contact between the Axis bar assembly and the liner sometimes needs a little time to wear in to feel really smooth. YMMV.
 
The release force of the spring on my 940-1 is very similar to the for on my small and large DR griptilians
Shall it be some differences they are marginal
 
Therom said:
The release force of the spring on my 940-1 is very similar to the for on my small and large DR griptilians
Shall it be some differences they are marginal
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THANKS !
That finalizes it. :thumbsup:
For my uses a light spring is preferable on the 940 which is more of a gentleman's (gentleperson's) knife than the Grip or the 710.
 
I have no issues playing with my 940-1 or 943 so if you are interested in getting one you don't have to worry about the spring tension
 
I think it depends on the Axis Lock mechanism itself, not necessarily the type of knife. For example, I've owned two Mini Grips. One had a very smooth Axis Lock and the other had a fair amount of resistance.
 
I don't own a griptillian, but fwiw, the difference for me between my 940 and 710 (standard D2 model) is negligible; if I had to choose, the 710 is a little stiffer, but like Railsplitter Railsplitter mentioned, there's also probably some variances from axis lock to axis lock even in the same model.
 
Honestly once you wear them in, they could all be very similar in tension/operation. I have one that was stiff new but after use and a tad of oil (be Careful not to get oil where it shouldn't on an axis lock) it was the same as the others. I had to use fingers on both sides new, now I just need to use one finger on either side to open/close
 
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now I just need to use one finger on either side to open/close
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dry cool hands (no sweat and neither knife from my pocket; cool and raining here right now) I tried the one finger thing (using thumb).
The Ritter Grip dropped easily.
The 710 M390 stalled in the handle with multiple tries. Would only drop using thumb and index fingers.

I was testing from closed to drop open. I just repeated from open. Same exact series of outcomes.
Both are well lubed and broken in.

PS: the Blurple Para2 from my pocket easily dropped using one finger (index finger).
PPS: the Para is the newest at about three weeks old.
I have had the 710 since before Christmas (it was my Christmas present early).
 
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GB940Rookie said:
My 940-1 was easier to release than my 710-1401. I didn't consider the 710 hard to release, just not as easy as the 940. I didn't like the 710 anyway:). Never had a grip so no help there.

940s...........mmm
IJAALhr.jpg
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Nice 940's! What kind of finish does the bottom one have?
 
Mo2 said:
Honestly once you wear them in, they could all be very similar in tension/operation. I have one that was stiff new but after use and a tad of oil (be Careful not to get oil where it shouldn't on an axis lock) it was the same as the others. I had to use fingers on both sides new, now I just need to use one finger on either side to open/close
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Where should you not get oil on an axis lock?
 
Wowbagger said:
dry cool hands (no sweat and neither knife from my pocket; cool and raining here right now) I tried the one finger thing (using thumb).
The Ritter Grip dropped easily.
The 710 M390 stalled in the handle with multiple tries. Would only drop using thumb and index fingers.

I was testing from closed to drop open. I just repeated from open. Same exact series of outcomes.
Both are well lubed and broken in.

PS: the Blurple Para2 from my pocket easily dropped using one finger (index finger).
PPS: the Para is the newest at about three weeks old.
I have had the 710 since before Christmas (it was my Christmas present early).
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I do think the axis will settle over time, but two finger offers the best performance in my experience. I prefer it anyway because it gives me better control and feel of the deployment and retraction. This assumes you aren't relying on the thumb stud deployment, which may be preferable with speed, and offer less stress on the locking mechanism.
 
GB940Rookie said:
I didn't like the 710 anyway:)
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GB,
I thought we liked our 710s !?!??
I like mine, in use and it has many characteristics I like. Not the best dropper but she flys out using the thumb stud just like a big O' DOG !
I would buy it again. Some times I use two hands to fold it; one hand on the axis lock and the other hand holding the knife. No big deal.
Over all I like the longer blade and the slimness of the handle. Blue spacer things . . . ooooh lala.

I guess I have forgotten what you didn't like about yours. I thought I was doing all the "complaining".
 
Wowbagger said:
GB,
I thought we liked our 710s !?!??
I like mine, in use and it has many characteristics I like. Not the best dropper but she flys out using the thumb stud just like a big O' DOG !
I would buy it again. Some times I use two hands to fold it; one hand on the axis lock and the other hand holding the knife. No big deal.
Over all I like the longer blade and the slimness of the handle. Blue spacer things . . . ooooh lala.

I guess I have forgotten what you didn't like about yours. I thought I was doing all the "complaining".
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Long story short, we just didn't match up.
On the bright side, the BF member who bought it was very happy with his purchase. I gave him a good deal.
Also, it gave me a chance to try the GB2 which I like much better.
 
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