Jenkins bought the Bench Mark trademarks and designs back from Gerber. The Rolox II was invented by Blackie Collins and made at the Bench Mark factory in Gastonia, North Carolina after R.B. (There were no boxes with these Rolox IIs.) Both sides of the handle are checkered at the blade end for an improved grip, and both sides of the handle and the front of the Zytel sheath are marked with the “Hunting Classics/Bench Mark Knives” logo.
The blade slides forward and locks, with thumb pressure, and you can automatically open the blade while you're taking this knife from its sheath! The blade lock is positive and releases smoothly with thumb pressure. Learn more about our commitment to American Made quality and explore our collection at benchmade.We found a batch of Bench Mark Rolox IIs that were made over 20 years ago, along with the original Zytel belt sheaths. Since 1987 Benchmade has focused on combining skilled craftsmanship with precision manufacturing to produce knives for the world’s most elite users. About Benchmade:īenchmade Knife Company is a premier knife manufacturing company headquartered in Oregon City, OR. This makerspace will provide opportunities for exploration, skill-building and business development for local students and community members with the goal of helping people get access to the tools to create and build their vision. During these challenging times in Clackamas county, Jon has been directing Benchmade’s efforts to give back to the emergency personnel fighting Oregon fires through donations and support for the Clackamas Emergency Service Fund and the Wildland Firefighter fund.Īdditionally, in support of the continued growth and education of local talent, the deAsis family and Benchmade have partnered with Clackamas Community College to establish the Les deAsis Makerspace. “We will have a laser-like focus on creating new opportunities for growth while continuing to elevate Benchmade’s commitment to our community, culture and product excellence.”īenchmade has called Oregon City home since the 1990s and much of its success comes from the strong talent of the workforce and partnership with the community at large. “As we move forward, I am committed to elevating our brand around the world,” said Jon deAsis. Jon has led Benchmade operationally through exceptional times for the brand, successfully navigating and supporting the business through both the global COVID-19 pandemic as well the passing of his father, company founder and former CEO, Les de Asis, in February of 2020. “I now have the opportunity to guide this mission, while continuing to uphold my father’s memory and contributions to the knife industry in our core values.” “My immediate focus is to ensure that Benchmade continues to produce the finest cutlery in the world while increasing efforts to drive our technological edge,” said deAsis. Jon’s innate knowledge of the family business and global perspective within the knife industry drives him to continue to lead and evolve the brand. He spent time working in China, honing his skills in supply chain and manufacturing management, as well as earning a Master of Business Administration in 2015. Jon grew up in the business, learning and preparing himself for this role through various positions inside and outside of Benchmade. I am proud to see Jon continuing to uphold the hallmark reputation that his father started.” “Jon had been filling many of the CEO duties prior to the sudden passing of Les and it was our longstanding goal to always be good stewards for Benchmade. “This is a big moment for our family as Jon takes on the mantle of president and CEO”, said Roberta deAsis. Roberta will assume the position of Chairwoman of the Board, where she will continue to maintain a strong voice for the brand and the business at the board level. Jon deAsis takes on this new role to provide strategic leadership focused on guiding and solidifying Benchmade’s position in the market. Oregon City, OR (Oct 8, 2020) Benchmade is proud to announce that current President, Jon deAsis, will be ascending to the role of President & CEO effective immediately, replacing Roberta deAsis, who filled the role after the sudden passing of her husband and founder, Les deAsis. Get access to everything we publish when you
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