Benchmade was started in California in 1988 but didn't set up shop in Clackamas, Oregon until 1990. The bulk of Benchmade's initial output consisted of butterfly or balisong-style knives, which it continues to manufacture.

In 1996 Benchmade moved to Oregon City, Oregon. At this facility Benchmade produces most or all of its line of knives - although some work is farmed out to third party vendors with final inspection or approval done by Benchmade.

Benchmade receives a significant amount of revenue from restricted-sales knives to military (in particular) and law enforcement. Benchmade produces a fairly diverse selection of "full auto" or switchblade knives. Although Benchmade does not loudly mention it, the State of Oregon does not have any restrictions against selling a switchblade-style knife to an Oregon resident. Additionally, one of the reasons Benchmade is located in Oregon - as are many other knife makers - is specifically because Oregon has very relaxed laws towards knives in general and switchblades or butterfly knives specifically.

As of October 2004 the company employs approximately 125-150 people. Benchmade has had several years of growth and has expanded both the variety of knives it produces and the facility itself.

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