Benchmade 690 Elishewitz

Benchmade 690 Elishewitz Folding Knife — Elegance Meets Performance

The Benchmade 690, designed by master craftsman Allen Elishewitz, is a stunning discontinued liner-lock folder that blends premium materials and refined aesthetics to deliver both form and function. Featuring a sleek clip-point blade forged from high-quality 154CM stainless steel, this knife offers superior edge retention and toughness—ideal for demanding daily use.

What truly distinguishes this model is its exquisite handle construction. Smooth rosewood scales pair beautifully with carbon-fiber bolsters, offering a rich contrast in both texture and tone. Complementing these is a set of anodized blue titanium liners, creating a striking "shadowbox" effect that adds depth and sophistication to the design. The result is a handle that feels warm and luxurious in hand while remaining durable and elegant.

With a blade length of approximately 8cm, this knife strikes the perfect balance between manageability and capability. At around 3 ounces, it remains lightweight enough for comfortable everyday carry.

Knife enthusiasts and reviewers praise its smooth, tight action and flawless fit and finish. Many remark how the blue titanium liners beautifully elevate the aesthetic, describing the 690 as “probably the prettiest knife I own” and lauding its craftsmanship as “virtually identical to a custom” at a production-knife price point.

Though no longer in production, the 690 Elishewitz remains highly sought after by collectors and daily users alike—admired for its refined lines, exceptional materials, and the signature Elishewitz design touch.