I've read a lot on this topic, it's recommended you try and buy one from somewhere you can get your hands on the product before to make sure you get one with a good spine grind and centered blade. From what I've gathered the 940-1 is slightly more prone to misshapen blade. I ordered a BM from one reputable store online and added "please make sure the blade is centered" into the notes section, when I received it, it was perfectly centered, and the notes section of my receipt in box was highlighted, so I know somebody took 30 seconds to make sure. I'm guessing you'll get the same results from most places online. Hope this helps! For what it's worth, I've heard of the 940 being called the best EDC knife on the planet :thumbup: