The Boy Scouts taught me a bunch of things I really don’t remember, but “be prepared” stuck with me. One way I (at least) feel prepared is by always carrying a pocket knife. I find myself using it for ...

I love Benchmade’s knives, as they’re robust things. Unlike other pocket knives, they have a weight that speaks to their high-quality components and I feel as if I can trust them with whatever hell I ...

Benchmade is considered by many to be the benchmark of the EDC knife space. The brand’s reputation for impeccable build quality and its history of innovation in the space, like its trademark Axis Lock ...

Benchmade knives have long been a staple for hunters, anglers, and outdoorsmen. The Oregon-based company makes quality blades that are sharp, versatile, and durable. The number one gripe people have ...

Automatic knives are kind of like the Hair Metal of EDC knives. They’re glitzy, menacing, and a little cringe-worthy. Yet, there’s also something endearing about them, like they came from a less ...

Benchmade specializes in blades that are as beautiful as they are functional. Having one on your person guarantees preparation, but in a way that upgrades and modernizes your EDC. We’ve waxed poetic ...

Benchmade is one of the few cutlery companies in the Portland area that does not owe its existence indirectly to Gerber or one of Gerber's spinoffs. However, Les de Asis acknowledges that Gerber's ...

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