10 ways to spot a FAKE Benchmade in 20 seconds. NO TOOLS required!

This guide provides a comprehensive comparison between an authentic Benchmade CLA (Composite Lite Auto) and a high-quality counterfeit sourced from Temu. As "super-fakes" become increasingly prevalent in flea markets and tourist shops, identifying discrepancies without specialized tools is essential. The video demonstrates how to use common items like a US quarter, penny, or Euro coin to verify blade etchings, font styles, and gimping measurements. Key physical indicators are also examined, including pivot hardware sizes (T10 vs. T8), pocket clip tension, and safety switch details. By analyzing the grind lines of the swedge and the specific "bold" typography used by Benchmade, viewers will learn to distinguish genuine CPM MagnaCut steel from budget imitations. BEST WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL: Like, Subscribe, Hype and Comment. Don’t forget to turn on the Notifications. OR Join this channel to be a monthly supporter! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHPuMYwGwBMwNHTvyB9pwEg/join AND Here are the links to the tools and materials used in this video. Using thise links helps my channel: SY TOOL DIAMOND SHARPENING PLATES SET https://amzn.to/4fiZiYg Ruxin Pro 8 Plate Set https://amzn.to/49whQVa US-made Diamond Stropping Paste https://amzn.to/3F4TBRJ Beaver Craft Strop https://amzn.to/3IEH5tU MICROSCOPE that is essential sharpening tool for beginners and experts alike! https://amzn.to/3IQuIv5 Work Sharp folding SHARPENER: https://amzn.to/4vp8VxW Leather for Stropping: https://amzn.to/3Q6uMtO Disclaimer: this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is intended ans a topic for discussions, not ans a shopping advice. Applying any modifications described in this video will void the warranty on the product shown here! #Benchmade #KnifeCollecting #FakeVsReal #EDC