History hasn’t been kind to automatic pocket knives—also known as switchblades—and in some places they’re still outlawed or restricted. Yet that bad rep mostly isn’t deserved, as automatic pocket ...

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 ...

Editor’s Note: May 22, 2026: We have added the Benchmade Triage as Best Rescue Knife, and in our last update, the Benchmade Bugout was included for its exceptional quality. The CRKT Twist Tighe has ...

You’ll find no greater fan of the humble EDC pocket knife than yours truly. I’ve had more than my share since I was 10 years old. What began as a necessity for my prolific fishing habits in Northern ...

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 ...

The iconic brand brings unbeatable steel to the blade that arguably needs it more than any other in the lineup.

Only Benchmade could craft a knife like the Bugout, and only Benchmade could dial that same knife up to 11.