Benchmade Mini Osborne 945RD-2401 – SHOT Show 2024 Exclusive
Born during Benchmade's 20th anniversary celebration of the 940, the 945 Mini Osborne keeps the distinctive reverse tanto style of the full-size knife while downsizing the profile for lighter carry. This SHOT Show 2024 exclusive dresses it up with a red Cerakote CPM-S90V blade and gray G10 scales over a red base layer, finished with a black oxide mini split-arrow clip. A limited run that was only available through select dealers, it is equal parts collector piece and premium EDC.
Specifications
Blade length: 2.92 in (7.42 cm), plain edge
Blade steel: CPM-S90V premium stainless, red Cerakote finish
Blade shape: reverse tanto, ambidextrous
Blade thickness: 0.104 in (2.64 mm)
Overall length: 6.76 in, closed length: 3.84 in
Handle: gray G10 with red base layer, 0.41 in thick
Lock: AXIS, manual opening
Weight: 2.19 oz (62.09 g)
Pocket clip: mini split-arrow, black oxide, tip-up
Frequently Asked Questions
What is special about the 945RD-2401? The Benchmade 945RD-2401 Mini Osborne (BEN-945RD-2401) was a SHOT Show 2024 exclusive: a limited-edition 945 with a red Cerakote S90V blade and layered gray/red G10 that was never part of the regular catalog.
How big is the 945 compared to the 940? The Benchmade 945RD-2401 Mini Osborne (BEN-945RD-2401) carries a 2.92 in blade and weighs 2.19 oz, versus 3.40 in and 2.90 oz for the full-size aluminum 940, same style, smaller footprint.
Is it still available? No. The Benchmade 945RD-2401 (BEN-945RD-2401) was a one-time limited run and is sold through at the manufacturer, making remaining examples collector items.
Does Benchmade's LifeSharp service cover this knife? Yes. LifeSharp lifetime sharpening covers the Benchmade 945RD-2401 Mini Osborne (BEN-945RD-2401) for the life of the knife.
Where is it made? The Benchmade 945RD-2401 Mini Osborne (BEN-945RD-2401) is made in the USA at Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer.
