{"product_id":"benchmade-943-osborne-designed-folding-knife-3-4-inch-blade","title":"Benchmade 943 Osborne – 3.40″ Satin CPM-S30V Clip Point, Green Aluminum Handle, AXIS Lock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBenchmade 943 Osborne (BCM-943) AXIS Lock Folding Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 943 is a Warren Osborne designed everyday-carry folder that pairs a lightweight aluminum build with premium blade steel. Its 3.40\" clip-point blade is ground from CPM-S30V stainless steel with a satin finish, and the ambidextrous AXIS lock delivers fast, smooth, one-hand opening and closing. Green anodized aluminum handles keep the Benchmade 943 slim and pocket-friendly. This model is discontinued, so a clean Benchmade 943 is a great pickup for Osborne and AXIS-lock collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benchmade 943 Osborne (BCM-943)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.40\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPM-S30V stainless (58-60 HRC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip point, plain edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green anodized aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock:\u003c\/strong\u003e AXIS lock, ambidextrous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warren Osborne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in USA (Oregon City, Oregon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat steel is the Benchmade 943 blade?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Benchmade 943 (BCM-943) uses CPM-S30V stainless steel, a premium powder-metal steel known for a strong balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance on the 3.40\" clip-point blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does the AXIS lock on the Benchmade 943 work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AXIS lock uses a spring-tensioned bar that rides in the blade tang, letting you open and close the Benchmade 943 one-handed with either hand. It is fully ambidextrous and locks the blade securely open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I sharpen the Benchmade 943?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can sharpen the CPM-S30V blade of the Benchmade 943 on quality stones or a guided system. Benchmade also offers free LifeSharp service, factory sharpening and tuning your Benchmade 943 (BCM-943) for the life of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the Benchmade 943 good for everyday carry?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. With a 3.40\" blade, lightweight aluminum handles, and a pocket clip, the Benchmade 943 (BCM-943) is a slim, capable EDC folder. Always check your local knife-carry laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhere can I buy the Benchmade 943?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eGoing Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade 943 (BCM-943) is discontinued, so availability is limited to remaining stock. Contact Going Gear for current availability and similar Osborne-designed Benchmade folders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52747176935744,"sku":"BCM-943","price":187.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/gg_320_6e24debf-bc7e-4104-9314-bce6769fd262.jpg?v=1783430113","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/benchmade-943-osborne-designed-folding-knife-3-4-inch-blade","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}