Benchmade 890 Torrent

Reviewed 12/13/2012 by Jensen

-Price Paid: $130.00
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for 3 months

Comments:

This was my 1st benchmade. i expected top notch fit and finish and craftsmanship. for the most part it lived up to my expectations but there were some kinks.

first is the thumbstud, it was loose and free spinning. the screw was loctited to the stud but it wasnt tight enough, no big deal it was a quick fix but still not what i expected from benchmade, especially at this price point.

second was i had to loctite and tighten the pivot screw within 2 weeks, ive never once had to do that to any of my spydercos.

last but not least, the lock up was late for such a new knife IMO. that was also easily solved by adjusting the blade stop pin.

SO, now that all that is taken care of, its probably my favorite knife in my collection. the assisted opening is great and well thought out, seems to be nearly unbreakable compared to kershaws torsion bar method. although a safety feature would be nice, it will open if dropped. the ergos are outstanding, the size is perfect for me, the deep carry clip is also perfect. it came shaving sharp out of the box which i hear is a new thing for benchmade, i had read alot about them being dull. on top of all that, its a fine looking knife IMHO.

Reviewed 04/25/2011 by Josh

-Price Paid: $100.00
-Used for Light Duty/General
-Owned for 3 months

Comments:

Really like this knife but it is a bit pricey. But it qualifies as a second kind of cool, I just like it. I have had minor problems with the clip screws coming loose and the blade screw loosening. But nothing a torque driver can't fix. Might have to put a little lock-tight on it. Some may frown on this and say they shouldn't have to go to all that trouble on such a high priced knife but it does not bother me. No problems with it engaging the lock or dulling still very sharp. Over all a nice knife but probably paid too much.

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Reviewed 08/29/2010 by Eddie

-Price Paid: $107.00
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for Less than 1 Month

Comments:

Very nice looking knife. But I didnt buy it to look at. The lock is so loose I just dont trust it. I can open the knife and shake it and hear the blade and lock rattling together. I have $30 knives that are more solid. The blade is nice and very sharp. The handle is very smooth and feels good in your hand. If you are looking for a nice knife to compliment your business suit this is a great knife. If you need rugged and solid keep looking.

Reviewed 01/24/2010 by jimbo

-Price Paid: N/A
-Used for Other
-Owned for 3 months

Comments:

this is one of the very few benchmades that im not totally pleased with. the liner lock on mine was the weak spot of the knife. i was able to get the liner lock to fail with a VERY SLIGHT spine wack on the back of my hand. unacceptable performance for a $150 piece. on the plus side the G10 feels great and the faux pummel is a nice touch. i had to end up selling it.