Benchmade Knives

Benchmade Knives originally started in California in 1988 as the Pacific Cutlery Corp. In 1990 Benchmade Knives moved to Clackamas, Oregon. Starting out was not easy, like most new companies, they had very little money and used second hand equipment. The main Benchmade knife that was manufactured during this time consisted of the Bali-Song knives.

By having a passion to make the very best knife, Benchmade soon saw a very significant growth. This allowed them to purchase new machines and technologies that included the first of several lasers, making them the first knife manufacturer to have that type of equipment in-house. By using non-traditional materials and very modern manufacturing methods it allowed them to break new grounds in knife manufacturing.

Today, Benchmade is an growing manufacturer of knives and makes a large revenue from selling restricted-sales knives to the military and law enforcement personal at a discount. Knives that Benchmade produces are Benchmade Griptilian knives, NRA Outdoor knives, along with a range of hunting and fishing knives, utility and miscellaneous Benchmade knives for sale, however Bali-Songs remain a core product.