Benchmade Fakes, knock-offs, counterfeits thread...

TUAN Van said:
Thanks, Jimmy!

I have a separate question. Will Benchmade warranty be voided if I change the hardware on my 940 ?
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Technically yes. I can't make that call. If you call CS they will be able to confirm or help you out.
 
What are the known models that are counterfeited?

I know there are counterfeits of the 940, 940-1, and 810 contego, but other than that I don’t know of many.
 
I have never even owned a knife that I have paid more than 25$ for.
I've been doing fairly well the last couple of years and I have decided to treat myself to some nicer knives. I have purchased the BM 551-1 from one of the larger internet based dealers (not sure if naming them would be appropriate, or allowed) however, the reason I am here is to have some better, more experienced eyes on it to see if I got the real thing. The only concern I have is the blade steel marking (20CV) I don't see the blade marking like this on any other 551-1 I can find on Youtube.

If anyone could have a look I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you.


https://ibb.co/ez0Q70
https://ibb.co/eEf3uf
https://ibb.co/itZUZf
https://ibb.co/exXSLL
https://ibb.co/dwtOuf
https://ibb.co/c7f8S0
 
Steven7685 said:
I have never even owned a knife that I have paid more than 25$ for.
I've been doing fairly well the last couple of years and I have decided to treat myself to some nicer knives. I have purchased the BM 551-1 from one of the larger internet based dealers (not sure if naming them would be appropriate, or allowed) however, the reason I am here is to have some better, more experienced eyes on it to see if I got the real thing. The only concern I have is the blade steel marking (20CV) I don't see the blade marking like this on any other 551-1 I can find on Youtube.

If anyone could have a look I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you.


https://ibb.co/ez0Q70
https://ibb.co/eEf3uf
https://ibb.co/itZUZf
https://ibb.co/exXSLL
https://ibb.co/dwtOuf
https://ibb.co/c7f8S0
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That looks real to me, the color of the anodizing on the back spacers and the logo look OK, also they did make that model in 20cv steel.

I have also never seen a counterfeit of that model.
 
Leadrx said:
That looks real to me, the color of the anodizing on the back spacers and the logo look OK, also they did make that model in 20cv steel.

I have also never seen a counterfeit of that model.
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I purchased this because of the anodized back spacers, the g-10 scales and the upgraded blade steel.

However, on all of the videos I have watched the blade steel stamping reads "CPM-20CV" and that is imprinted under the thumb stud, but this one reads "20CV" and it is behind the thumb stud. BM's site only has one picture of this, and it is of the butterfly logo side of the blade. So I can't compare it there. the box does show a date of 10/31/18 on it. So perhaps this is a really new revision of the imprint?

Also, I appreciate your response. Thank you
 
I have the same model but in a sheepsfoot. Bought direct from Benchmade and it says "20CV" also.
 
Steven7685 said:
I purchased this because of the anodized back spacers, the g-10 scales and the upgraded blade steel.

However, on all of the videos I have watched the blade steel stamping reads "CPM-20CV" and that is imprinted under the thumb stud, but this one reads "20CV" and it is behind the thumb stud. BM's site only has one picture of this, and it is of the butterfly logo side of the blade. So I can't compare it there. the box does show a date of 10/31/18 on it. So perhaps this is a really new revision of the imprint?

Also, I appreciate your response. Thank you
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I believe it's legitimate from the photos.

I do believe they had both stamped on there but maybe Benchmade Benchmade can confirm.

In the future it would be idea to purchase from an authorized dealer, possibly a vendor from the forum if you'd like to support one. Ebay and Amazon have been really bad with clone infestation.
 
Wasn't sure if it was protocol to leave vendor names out or what have you. But I made the purchase at Blade HQ.

Appreciate the responses from everyone.
Thank you
 
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Boxer .45 said:
Go watch some of their YouTube videos, like the knife addict one. Pretty funny.

Call them if you have questions about your blade.
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Yeah I've watched several of their YouTube videos aND their quirky mannerisms are what earned them my business.

I figured they were legit, was just thrown off to receive something different (albeit very slightly) than what I was expecting.

The knife is sharp and appears to be new and we'll assembled. The edge may need to be polished, but I'm assuming that's normal for a brand new knife.

Im pleased with my experience with Blade HQ.

I appreciate the response.
Thanks
 
Greetings!

I recently purchased a Benchmade 761 Ti Monolock from the Peterson AFB, CO AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service). It’s the fourth one I’ve purchased from AAFES; three in-store and one online. The one online is the 761. I’m trying to verify that the online one is an authentic Benchmade. I emailed Benchmade but they said I would have to send it to them. There has to be another way to authenticate it w/o having to send it in; plus I don’t think AAFES would sell fake/clone Benchmade knives to the military. Can anyone provide some insight on this please? I’ve also attached some photos of the knife and the box it came in.

Thank you,
CJWalters

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CJWalters said:
Greetings!

I recently purchased a Benchmade 761 Ti Monolock from the Peterson AFB, CO AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service). It’s the fourth one I’ve purchased from AAFES; three in-store and one online. The one online is the 761. I’m trying to verify that the online one is an authentic Benchmade. I emailed Benchmade but they said I would have to send it to them. There has to be another way to authenticate it w/o having to send it in; plus I don’t think AAFES would sell fake/clone Benchmade knives to the military. Can anyone provide some insight on this please? I’ve also attached some photos of the knife and the box it came in.

Thank you,
CJWalters
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We can't see the photos.
 
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