Benchmade Knives
Benchmade Knives: American-Made Precision for Everyday Carry, Hunting & kitchen cuttlery
Benchmade has earned a reputation as one of the most respected knife manufacturers in the United States. Known for premium blade steels, innovative locking mechanisms, and exceptional quality control, Benchmade knives are trusted by everyday carriers, outdoorsmen, military personnel, first responders, and knife enthusiasts around the world.
Benchmade traces its roots to 1979, when Les de Asis started making Bali-Song butterfly knives in California. The company took the Benchmade name in 1987 and has made its knives in Oregon City, Oregon, since 1996.
Benchmade is best known for the AXIS Lock, invented by Bill McHenry and Jason Williams and introduced on the 710 in 1999. Every Benchmade is covered by its LifeSharp lifetime warranty and free sharpening service. We carry Benchmade folders, automatics, OTFs, fixed blades and kitchen knives at our Lafayette, LA shop and online.
Benchmade FAQ
Where are Benchmade knives made?
Benchmade makes its knives in Oregon City, Oregon.
What is the AXIS Lock?
A spring-loaded bar that slides in a slot across both handle liners and locks the blade open. You pull it back with either thumb to close the knife, so it works the same for left and right hands. It was invented by Bill McHenry and Jason Williams.
What is Benchmade LifeSharp?
Benchmade's lifetime warranty and free sharpening service. You send the knife to Oregon City and they clean, tune and sharpen it.
What do Blue, Black and Gold Class mean?
Blue Class is Benchmade's everyday carry line, Black Class is its tactical line, and Gold Class is limited runs in premium materials such as Damascus and titanium.
Where do you ship from?
We ship from our shop in Lafayette, Louisiana.