Benchmade Seven|Ten
The original 710, designed by Bill McHenry and Jason Williams, was the knife that introduced the AXIS Lock in 1999. Benchmade brought it back in 2024 as the Seven|Ten to mark the lock's 25th anniversary.
It has a 4" recurve blade and aluminum handles, and it uses Benchmade's updated AXIS Lock with leaf-style springs. Editions vary in steel.
Benchmade Seven|Ten Specs
| Model number | 710 |
|---|---|
| Designer | McHenry & Williams |
| Blade length | 4 in |
| Overall length | 8.95 in |
| Weight | 4.85 oz |
| Blade steel | Varies by edition (CPM MagnaCut, CPM S90V, M390) |
| Handle | Aluminum |
| Lock / mechanism | AXIS Lock |
| Made in | Oregon City, Oregon, USA |
Lengths and weights are for the most common version we stock. Handle material, steel and weight vary by version, so check each product listing.
Benchmade Seven|Ten FAQ
Why is the 710 important?
It was the first knife with the AXIS Lock when it came out in 1999.
Who invented the AXIS Lock?
Bill McHenry and Jason Williams, who also designed the 710.
What blade shape is the Seven|Ten?
A 4" recurve drop point.
Also see: Infidel, Bugout, Adamas, or all Benchmade knives.