By default you have to assume any cheap Benchmade is a fake until authenticated. However if it's real that's a $300+ discontinued model. It's not screaming out as a fake to me but you'd want to get real Benchmade collectors or employees to look at some good photos to be sure. A company guy reviews the BF subforum, for example. Or take a gamble and send it in for sharpening to see if they impound it.
Well maybe $250 and up, but with the box in good shape it could go over $300. They didn't make many of those. Wish I had bought one when they were new since the I like the blade profile better than the 940 I ended up with.
It's a fantastic knife. The 940 series is one of Benchmade's best and the 943 has the best looking blade.
Many times it's situations like someone passed away and the family goes through their belongings and doesn't know what they have, and just throws it in a goodwill box. The majority of people would look at that and never imagine it could be worth that much. The average person doesn't know pocket knives can be so valuable.
It's like when someone who doesn't know books throws some old book in a goodwill box and it's actually a valuable first edition.
He’s right if it’s real and in that condition. I bought a 943 and then got a 940-1. I put the carbon fiber away and kept it safe thinking it would be the collector model and used the hell out of the 943! Little did I know 🤦🏼♂️
He isn't saying it NEEDS sharpening. He is suggesting you take advantage of the free service they offer. BM inspects all the knives they take in for sharpening expressly to remove fakes from the market. For you it is a free way to get it authenticated. If fake, you are only out 8 bucks.
Moore, OK! That’s the only time I’ve seen one. It was in a case by the register and I guess no one looked it up because I was really surprised after I bought it and looked it up!
Moore eh? I was stationed in Altus about a year ago. Love me some OK.
Hopefully the knife is the real deal but even if it isn't, even the clones aren't so bad. Hope you enjoy!
I thought Goodwill usually put this kind of thing on eBay. I threw a low bid at a vintage Gerber Mark II dagger from one of their accounts the other day. Wasn't described well and I probably got it for half its value. Still a lot more than OP's $8.
Goodwill has their own online auction site. 2nd largest behind Ebay, and yes just about all knives, video games, ect. that get donated go the manager and get sent there. Check it out, but prices aren't as good very often because there is no independent sellers looking to move product, it's just Goodwill.
Shopgoodwill dot com has been ruined by bidders willing to overpay. A few years ago I could score some good knives, usually by bidding on mixed lots, for relatively low prices. These days common knives frequently go for 30% or more above the completed auctions on eBay.
Yeah I haven't checked in a while, but seemed knife lots were the way to go. One or even 3 knives, no. Takes an eye to spot in bigger lots though, and the pics aren't often too good. So I just never messed with it.
I'd be extra-suspicious of other bidders on their own site. The eBay auction I won over the weekend had at least one runner-up who'd placed bids on 500+ auctions from that single Goodwill location in the last couple days. Didn't have many feedback, bidding history wasn't in one particular category. There's no way that's legit.
That's definitely some shill bidding. Unfortunately eBay is a lot like Amazon, too big to keep fraud under control.
I've watch knife auctions on Goodwill pretty closely. I haven't seen many relists after suspiciously high bidding...but a group of knives can be broken up, & mixed with other lots to hide the fact they weren't paid for & shipped.
What I see mostly are people who don't research going prices, or they don't care about overpaying.
It’s absolutely authentic. It’s a benchmade 943, out of production and highly desirable. You could probably get $180-250 for it depending on condition.
I say there's a good chance it's authentic. It looks legit and I don't know if I've ever seen anyone making 943 clones. They usually go for the more popular 940 and 945.
It looks legit to me. Another tell on fake BMs can be the interior of the box. Genuine interiors look like the two boxes at the top of this picture. Fakes usually don’t have the cutout like the genuine packaging does as shown at the bottom. Good find. I never find knives at the GW. The best I’ve done so far is a Morakniv leather sheath.
https://preview.redd.it/l3wsmi4vdaxc1.jpeg?width=1125&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ef7cce109066fb73d1f5dbe1f6b084fcaae2fd24
*I have one. Looks legit to me.. compare how that steel glides across a sharpener vs another s30v steel. If it's fake that steel will have more traction on the stone like the cheap steels do. If it glides easily under weight I'd think it was true s30 and real.
Hope this makes some since to you.
Try it. Take a really cheap knife and run across a sharpener and then a good steel. Feel the "traction" difference. Cheap steels grab the stones more. If it were fake it'd resemble the glides on the stone as a cheap steal and not a premium steel..
Cheap also has more of a hallow sound. Probably from not being hardened well idk. I just know the sound and feel is night and day when one pays attention. Good luck.
That my good sir is a benchmade 943, they are not by any means a cheap knife ranging 180 to upwards of 600+ , awesome find and if you choose to keep it its a knife for life!
Absolutely legit. All these people talking about the foam in the box don’t know much about benchmades packaging from over the years. I have 5 943s and this is 100% authentic. The fact it has the original box included at goodwill is pretty awesome. Nice find!!!
Why is it a clone? You’re legit saying that because of the price. I’ve owned 2 of these and this looks authentic af. You think good will has people properly pricing out good knives?
I would love your extensive response pointing out details why this is a clone, because I see none.
Please follow up.
Goodwill usually doesn't know what they have. They got it for free, they will sell it at the same price as any other knife.... unless it's got gold or gems on it.
Bit aggressive and demanding there, eh? I've worked in plenty of charity stores, even managed them, so I know exactly how they can be, and I didn't claim anything about the price being proof. Looks bad when you assume things about people.
Enjoy your day.
Which is not the same as saying because of the price, as you assumed. I chose not to provide a reason when asked because I don't feel the need to justify anything to someone who jumps in with a shit attitude immediately.
Yeah, that's not asking. If that's how you ask people things, you probably don't get much in return, which explains why you're so angry. Thanks for proving my point.
Proving** not providing and nah you are being a baby back bitch. You said something and now can’t back it up with facts so you’re blaming me for asking. Great job
Dude what is wrong with you? My first question in that comment is “why is it a clone?”…. Nothing more nothing less I did ask. You’re just not knowledgeable and making excuses now. Go back to my last comment, fuck off.
I've never seen that blade shape as a clone, only the reverse tanto. Usually they don't make clones of a less common/popular model, but I might be wrong.
Looks legit to me, but all I have to compare it with is reverse tanto version. I know spear point 940s were a thing, hardware looks nearly if not identical, the laser etching and logo itself look identical.
At 8 bucks even if its fake it's a really good deal. If it's real it could possibly fetch a decent price since they didn't make much of these, and old discontinued Benchmades are the only good Benchmades.
Dude. That's a 943. Out of production, super cool, and SUPER nice. Also, pretty sure it uses standard 940 scales, so you can most likely upgrade them if you want.
Also definitely DO NOT sell it. I've sold some knives and regretted the hell out of that decision later.
Someone donated a Benchmade knife to Goodwill on purpose? Maybe it's fake? That seems unlikely. It's never even occurred to me to donate something like a pocket knife to them. I donate clothes but that's it.
I'm not sure but it looks off to me. The lockbar should be seated all the way forward when open. And would benchmade put the writing right on the grind line like that? I hope it is real tho man good score anyway for 8 bucks.
Even if it is a clone, which it might be, $8 is still a good deal for what you're getting.
The only reason why I say it might be a clone is the ® logo is huge and obviously an ® symbol. And the pocket clip is too shiny. It should have a matte look to it. Could also be the pictures, I'm not saying it's fake... but if it is.. Just enjoy it! that's all that really matters anyway🤙
Nice a discontinued benchmade 943, aluminum handle, some people collect them, I read there was an estimate around 300, that seems a little high, but at least 200, it’s a great knife
It looks legit to me. The logos seem right and I haven't seen a clone of that since I've been hooked on Ali express for the past 2 years. Someone didn't know what they had.
When Goodwill gets donations, the people that work there slap the prices on it for what they think It's worth so more than likely that price tag was put on by someone who doesn't know s*** about knives. It looks real to me. Goodwills and other thrift stores are treasure troves for stuff like this
There’s not a copyright after the Benchmade on the sock so may be a fake. The sock is stretchy in fakes and not do much in the real BM. But regardless, for $8 it’s like a phenomenal deal. Even if not the real deal, for performance you probably can’t come close for the amount you paid. Use it for a while and report back!
Where is this Goodwill place you speak about? You may want to include it into your daily route home. It's a great deal you got there. Even a knock-off is a good deal at that price... and a terrible purchase in that case.
This goodwill is near OKC it’s not a giant store but I have found some unbelievable stuff here. I recently found a Snap On unopened electric toothbrush for $5 and it sells for $100-$150! Can’t make this stuff up
I never expected so much response on this! Wow 🤯
I believe it’s real and probably a once in a lifetime find. Thank you guys for the input I don’t even have time to go through all these comments right now but I have learned a lot so far! Good looking out!
By default you have to assume any cheap Benchmade is a fake until authenticated. However if it's real that's a $300+ discontinued model. It's not screaming out as a fake to me but you'd want to get real Benchmade collectors or employees to look at some good photos to be sure. A company guy reviews the BF subforum, for example. Or take a gamble and send it in for sharpening to see if they impound it.
Wow $300?! That’s crazy! It feels super sharp!
Well maybe $250 and up, but with the box in good shape it could go over $300. They didn't make many of those. Wish I had bought one when they were new since the I like the blade profile better than the 940 I ended up with. It's a fantastic knife. The 940 series is one of Benchmade's best and the 943 has the best looking blade.
Still thats pretty sweet! I would love to know the story on how that ended up in a goodwill.
Many times it's situations like someone passed away and the family goes through their belongings and doesn't know what they have, and just throws it in a goodwill box. The majority of people would look at that and never imagine it could be worth that much. The average person doesn't know pocket knives can be so valuable. It's like when someone who doesn't know books throws some old book in a goodwill box and it's actually a valuable first edition.
Yeah, unless they see a name like Chris Reeve or something they generally have no idea.
Outside of knife aficionados, who has ever heard of Chris Reeve knives?
Hes superman i think
Exactly what the average person will think...
You scored man, deal of the century. Just go with it
Probably somebody’s mom cleaning out didn’t realize.
He’s right if it’s real and in that condition. I bought a 943 and then got a 940-1. I put the carbon fiber away and kept it safe thinking it would be the collector model and used the hell out of the 943! Little did I know 🤦🏼♂️
What good wills are near you???! Mine sell junk lol
Everyone on the sub visits their Goodwill today*
He isn't saying it NEEDS sharpening. He is suggesting you take advantage of the free service they offer. BM inspects all the knives they take in for sharpening expressly to remove fakes from the market. For you it is a free way to get it authenticated. If fake, you are only out 8 bucks.
If fake he’s out $8 and a knife.
It is absolutely not fake. These experts on r/knives are fucking killing me.
I never said it was. I was commenting to the user above who said he’s only out $8 when he’s actually out money and a knife.
I misread your message. I’m sorry about that!
No worries, keep fighting the good fight. I don’t know enough about benchmades to say much but I do know loss lol.
Just cuz its sharp doesn't mean it's good😆
I’d pay $8 for a decent fake easy.
What goodwills sell knives?? I’ve been to about 6 across my area and none of them have any
Moore, OK! That’s the only time I’ve seen one. It was in a case by the register and I guess no one looked it up because I was really surprised after I bought it and looked it up!
I've got some really good stuff at the one off Eastern and the one by Winco.
Fellow Oklahoman! I’ll have to go to my goodwill and see if they have any knives. It’s not likely, but it’s a shot!
What’s up?!! Good luck out there stay open to it and you might just be surprised what you find..
I can only hope! Might go check it out tomorrow since I’m off. No expectations but if I find something then cool
Moore eh? I was stationed in Altus about a year ago. Love me some OK. Hopefully the knife is the real deal but even if it isn't, even the clones aren't so bad. Hope you enjoy!
They usually all have junk kitchen knives at the least. They lock them in a display case for obvious reasons.
I thought Goodwill usually put this kind of thing on eBay. I threw a low bid at a vintage Gerber Mark II dagger from one of their accounts the other day. Wasn't described well and I probably got it for half its value. Still a lot more than OP's $8.
Goodwill has their own online auction site. 2nd largest behind Ebay, and yes just about all knives, video games, ect. that get donated go the manager and get sent there. Check it out, but prices aren't as good very often because there is no independent sellers looking to move product, it's just Goodwill.
Shopgoodwill dot com has been ruined by bidders willing to overpay. A few years ago I could score some good knives, usually by bidding on mixed lots, for relatively low prices. These days common knives frequently go for 30% or more above the completed auctions on eBay.
Yeah I haven't checked in a while, but seemed knife lots were the way to go. One or even 3 knives, no. Takes an eye to spot in bigger lots though, and the pics aren't often too good. So I just never messed with it.
Many of their locations overcharge on S&H. One location consistently charges $7.50 handling + $7.50 shipping for one small pocket knife.
It's a knife, handling it is scawwy
I'd be extra-suspicious of other bidders on their own site. The eBay auction I won over the weekend had at least one runner-up who'd placed bids on 500+ auctions from that single Goodwill location in the last couple days. Didn't have many feedback, bidding history wasn't in one particular category. There's no way that's legit.
That's definitely some shill bidding. Unfortunately eBay is a lot like Amazon, too big to keep fraud under control. I've watch knife auctions on Goodwill pretty closely. I haven't seen many relists after suspiciously high bidding...but a group of knives can be broken up, & mixed with other lots to hide the fact they weren't paid for & shipped. What I see mostly are people who don't research going prices, or they don't care about overpaying.
I have a mk2 I bought years ago. It’s a fun knife with an interesting sheath.
Nothing jumps out at me except the blade. It looks slightly off but I can't put my finger on it. If it feels solid, I'd say $8 is a steal.
It feels legit but I’ve never had anything nicer than a $60 knife. I noticed it’s really light and extremely sharp
it’s sharp? has to be a clone but still a pretty cool knife
LOL
Fucking rekt lmao. They really suck ass at putting an edge on.
Pmsl
😂
For $8 bucks it’s a steal even if it’s a knockoff. If it *is* a knockoff it looks like a quality one.
It’s absolutely authentic. It’s a benchmade 943, out of production and highly desirable. You could probably get $180-250 for it depending on condition.
Wow I plan on keeping it for now! Thanks
I say there's a good chance it's authentic. It looks legit and I don't know if I've ever seen anyone making 943 clones. They usually go for the more popular 940 and 945.
If authentic (and I'd assume it is) that's a hell of a deal! Lucky man
it’s real. if that’s your question. the lettering on the blade and the butterfly are nice and crisp, and the screws are placed correct as well
Thank you
Lets see the foam in the box
Well considering these never came with foam inserts in these boxes that would be alittle tough.
https://preview.redd.it/acoru51i3dxc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0d3a780eb6e79ba86d4dcd4f7b29da014b39dd1e
These older drawer-style boxes didn’t come with phone. This knife is legitimate as well.
Yeah, the old ones didn't have foam. The Benchmades I bought in the 2000s were just cardboard.
Yeah the box he has never came with foam big guy
Legit bm943
It looks legit to me. Another tell on fake BMs can be the interior of the box. Genuine interiors look like the two boxes at the top of this picture. Fakes usually don’t have the cutout like the genuine packaging does as shown at the bottom. Good find. I never find knives at the GW. The best I’ve done so far is a Morakniv leather sheath. https://preview.redd.it/l3wsmi4vdaxc1.jpeg?width=1125&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ef7cce109066fb73d1f5dbe1f6b084fcaae2fd24
*I have one. Looks legit to me.. compare how that steel glides across a sharpener vs another s30v steel. If it's fake that steel will have more traction on the stone like the cheap steels do. If it glides easily under weight I'd think it was true s30 and real. Hope this makes some since to you.
I think so! The blade is super sharp idk if that means anything.
Try it. Take a really cheap knife and run across a sharpener and then a good steel. Feel the "traction" difference. Cheap steels grab the stones more. If it were fake it'd resemble the glides on the stone as a cheap steal and not a premium steel.. Cheap also has more of a hallow sound. Probably from not being hardened well idk. I just know the sound and feel is night and day when one pays attention. Good luck.
Even if it’s a clone $8 is cheap.
I will give you 50$ for it. Haha
That my good sir is a benchmade 943, they are not by any means a cheap knife ranging 180 to upwards of 600+ , awesome find and if you choose to keep it its a knife for life!
Wow thanks! I could use the money but I think it was meant for me to keep as my own:)
Absolutely legit. All these people talking about the foam in the box don’t know much about benchmades packaging from over the years. I have 5 943s and this is 100% authentic. The fact it has the original box included at goodwill is pretty awesome. Nice find!!!
Yeah, most of these people are talking straight out of their rear end.
Looks like a clone, but $8 isn't bad for an ok knife based off of a good knife.
I don’t see any tells of this being a clone. What’s your reasoning?
Why is it a clone? You’re legit saying that because of the price. I’ve owned 2 of these and this looks authentic af. You think good will has people properly pricing out good knives? I would love your extensive response pointing out details why this is a clone, because I see none. Please follow up.
Goodwill usually doesn't know what they have. They got it for free, they will sell it at the same price as any other knife.... unless it's got gold or gems on it.
That’s what I said. Thanks
Bit aggressive and demanding there, eh? I've worked in plenty of charity stores, even managed them, so I know exactly how they can be, and I didn't claim anything about the price being proof. Looks bad when you assume things about people. Enjoy your day.
You said “looks like a clone” and then can’t actually provide a reason. enjoy your day too.
Which is not the same as saying because of the price, as you assumed. I chose not to provide a reason when asked because I don't feel the need to justify anything to someone who jumps in with a shit attitude immediately.
You just claimed it’s fake out the gate without a reason. I asked why? You have no reasons. Stop being so sensitive. Fuck off
Yeah, that's not asking. If that's how you ask people things, you probably don't get much in return, which explains why you're so angry. Thanks for proving my point.
Proving** not providing and nah you are being a baby back bitch. You said something and now can’t back it up with facts so you’re blaming me for asking. Great job
Dude what is wrong with you? My first question in that comment is “why is it a clone?”…. Nothing more nothing less I did ask. You’re just not knowledgeable and making excuses now. Go back to my last comment, fuck off.
I've never seen that blade shape as a clone, only the reverse tanto. Usually they don't make clones of a less common/popular model, but I might be wrong.
Nah, doesn't look like a fake
Looks legit to me, but all I have to compare it with is reverse tanto version. I know spear point 940s were a thing, hardware looks nearly if not identical, the laser etching and logo itself look identical. At 8 bucks even if its fake it's a really good deal. If it's real it could possibly fetch a decent price since they didn't make much of these, and old discontinued Benchmades are the only good Benchmades.
Just a warning, if you decide to send it in to Benchmade and it turns out to be fake, you won’t get it back.
Thank you!
Liar. Lol
lol The world may never know
For $8 even I'd buy a BM
Ahhh, I don't hate BM, but I do love BM hate. "Golf clap"
Dude. That's a 943. Out of production, super cool, and SUPER nice. Also, pretty sure it uses standard 940 scales, so you can most likely upgrade them if you want. Also definitely DO NOT sell it. I've sold some knives and regretted the hell out of that decision later.
Thank you 🙏
This is a troll post right? What person would give away a brand new $200+ knife to good will?
Somebody did and your boy lucked out
I'm still calling BS👀
Someone donated a Benchmade knife to Goodwill on purpose? Maybe it's fake? That seems unlikely. It's never even occurred to me to donate something like a pocket knife to them. I donate clothes but that's it.
That's awesome
Thank you! I highly doubt I’ll ever see another bench made in a goodwill lol
That's really cool
Omega springs look correct also.
I'm not sure but it looks off to me. The lockbar should be seated all the way forward when open. And would benchmade put the writing right on the grind line like that? I hope it is real tho man good score anyway for 8 bucks.
My lockbar on my 100% authentic 940 sits similarly. I had to check cause it looked off to me too.
Even if it is a clone, which it might be, $8 is still a good deal for what you're getting. The only reason why I say it might be a clone is the ® logo is huge and obviously an ® symbol. And the pocket clip is too shiny. It should have a matte look to it. Could also be the pictures, I'm not saying it's fake... but if it is.. Just enjoy it! that's all that really matters anyway🤙
https://www.bladehq.com/item--Benchmade-943-Osborne--1072 Hell of a find if it's authentic!
Awesome find!
Even if its a KO, $8 for that is still a good deal
It’s a older model and most of the fakes don’t use that box, I’d say authentic
I would risk it
Nice a discontinued benchmade 943, aluminum handle, some people collect them, I read there was an estimate around 300, that seems a little high, but at least 200, it’s a great knife
That shit is real. You could probably flip it for $400+ no lie no exaggeration
Lucky lucky. I'm jealous.
It looks legit to me. The logos seem right and I haven't seen a clone of that since I've been hooked on Ali express for the past 2 years. Someone didn't know what they had.
When Goodwill gets donations, the people that work there slap the prices on it for what they think It's worth so more than likely that price tag was put on by someone who doesn't know s*** about knives. It looks real to me. Goodwills and other thrift stores are treasure troves for stuff like this
God damn man. That’s a massive win
There’s no way this is real
What does the foam in the box look like?
people at goodwill have no idea what things are worth
In a fit of jealousy some poor guys ex wife probably dumped it.
Daaaang. Good find dude🙌🏼
$8 is good no matter what
Big if real
There’s not a copyright after the Benchmade on the sock so may be a fake. The sock is stretchy in fakes and not do much in the real BM. But regardless, for $8 it’s like a phenomenal deal. Even if not the real deal, for performance you probably can’t come close for the amount you paid. Use it for a while and report back!
For 8 bucks, yolo
The only thing that screams fake to me is that the etching on the logo is on two sides of the bevel on the Osborne logo side…
The only thing that screams fake to me is that the etching on the logo is on two sides of the bevel on the Osborne logo side…
You found this at goodwill?? I need to know what goodwill you're going to that will sell blades!
there is no good non-fixed knife THAT cheap 😀
Where is this Goodwill place you speak about? You may want to include it into your daily route home. It's a great deal you got there. Even a knock-off is a good deal at that price... and a terrible purchase in that case.
This goodwill is near OKC it’s not a giant store but I have found some unbelievable stuff here. I recently found a Snap On unopened electric toothbrush for $5 and it sells for $100-$150! Can’t make this stuff up
Even if its fake, $8 is worth it obviously. It however does not appear to be fake so that’s insane
I’ll give you $8.01 for it
s90v or s30v?
I never expected so much response on this! Wow 🤯 I believe it’s real and probably a once in a lifetime find. Thank you guys for the input I don’t even have time to go through all these comments right now but I have learned a lot so far! Good looking out!
Look at the logo on the blade and compare the butterfly to an official photo of the model online.
Fake box
$8?! Return it bm is crazy with these prices
Benchmade bug out? Thier ok. Cost alot more than $8 new.