Crooked River Family: Hunting Folders Built for the Field

The Crooked River Family delivers a lineup of robust hunting knives designed for serious use in the outdoors. With the convenience of a folding knife, this collection combines hard-working field performance with the portability of a folder, perfect for campers, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Balanced Design & Premium Materials

Built around a classic clip-point blade made from CPM‑S30V stainless steel, each Crooked River model offers sharp edge retention and corrosion resistance. Handles blend stabilized wood or G10 with aluminum bolsters and stainless liners, while Benchmade’s Axe Lock mechanism ensures fast, secure one-handed deployment.

For those seeking something truly distinctive, a Custom Crooked River knife is also available. With options to tailor materials, finishes, and details, it offers the opportunity to own a knife that reflects your style—an exclusive blend of craftsmanship and individuality.

Ready for Hunting and Beyond

The Crooked River Family delivers dependable control and durability. Full-size models shine as durable folding hunting knives, while the Mini Crooked River compresses the classic profile into a pocket-friendly format, optimized for everyday carry and uncompromising performance.

Need help finding your best fit? Use the Knife Finder to match your lifestyle and preferences with the ideal blade. And with our LifeSharp program, your Crooked River knife stays field-ready with lifetime sharpening , ensuring it performs for a lifetime of use.