Benchmade Knife Company began with a simple idea, to create a knife that is well designed, well-built, and made to last. It’s in the name, Benchmade, recalling the days when tools were carefully made by hand. Today, they use the finest materials, manufacturing technology, and handcrafted design. Their commitment to world-class quality is embodied in their motto: It’s Not a Knife. It’s a Benchmade. History of Benchmade Knives Benchmade Knife Company setup shop in Clackamas, Oregon in 1990 (originally founded in California in 1988). Their initial production primarily consisted of Bali-Song knives, using a combination of outside vendors and inside processing to build finished products. And like most companies, starting out meant scarce money and big plans, using second-hand equipment and limited resources. As the Benchmade product line grew so did their in-house capabilities. They began to acquire new machines and technologies including the first of several lasers, making Benchmade…