Benchmade Mini Osborne, Axis, Reverse Tanto

Benchmade Mini Osborne Folding Knife

A compact, pocketable version of the iconic 940 Osborne built for overlanders and outdoor enthusiasts who want the same MagnaCut steel, reverse tanto geometry, and Burnt Copper aluminum handle in a smaller package that disappears in a pocket and earns its place as a capable backup or lightweight everyday carry.

Why We Carry It
It's the folder we recommend for anyone who loves the 940 Osborne platform and wants a smaller, more pocketable version for day packs, truck glove boxes, and lighter carry days.

Highlights

• CPM MagnaCut stainless steel blade at 2.92 inches — The same next-generation blade steel as the full-size Osborne in a more compact blade length. Exceptional edge retention, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance in an alloy that outperforms standard stainless steels across all three properties simultaneously.
• Reverse tanto blade geometry — A blade profile that concentrates strength at the tip for piercing and detail work while maintaining a usable belly for everyday cutting tasks. A versatile geometry that punches above its compact size on outdoor and EDC tasks alike.
• DLC Battlewash finish — Diamond-like carbon coating over a textured Battlewash surface for maximum scratch and wear resistance with a rugged aesthetic that holds up through hard field use without showing every mark.
• AXIS lock mechanism — Benchmade's proven ambidextrous locking system that opens and closes smoothly with one hand and locks up with the strength and security needed for demanding outdoor use. One of the most reliable folder lock mechanisms available in a compact package.
• 6061-T6 anodized aluminum handle in Burnt Copper — Aerospace-grade aluminum that delivers a lightweight, durable handle with a distinctive Burnt Copper colorway and mean black oxide hardware that gives the Mini Osborne a cohesive, purposeful aesthetic.
• Ambidextrous tip-up Split-Arrow pocket clip in black oxide — Carries cleanly in either pocket for left or right-handed users with a tip-up orientation that presents the knife quickly on the draw.
• Easily pocketable compact carry — At 3.84 inches closed the Mini Osborne disappears in a front pocket, a day pack hip belt pocket, or a truck glove box without the bulk of a full-size folder.

Best For

Overlanders, backpackers, and EDC users who want a compact, lightweight version of the iconic Osborne platform with MagnaCut steel and rugged outdoor-inspired aesthetics for day packs, truck carry, and lighter everyday use where a full-size folder is more than the situation demands.

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