The Portland Knife Center of Excellence Presents:

August 24, 2025
10am-2pm
STEELPORT Knife Co. Factory - 3602 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, Oregon

In 2024 in an unprecedented show of collaboration and community building, five competing Portland-based knife brands (Benchmade, CRKT, Gerber, Leatherman, and STEELPORT Knife Co.) - who are also five of the most notable American knife brands in the world - united to form the Portland Knife Center of Excellence (PKCoE). One of PKCoE’s objectives is to bring global awareness to Portland as a destination to connect and celebrate the passionate Knife Community while building pride in American craft, education, and innovation.

The Portland Knife Center of Excellence continues to strengthen, and now has seven local knife brands as members. The PKCOE will host its second annual Showcase Event highlighting these Portland’s knifemakers and the history of local knife manufacturing on “National Knife Day,” August 24, 2025. In addition to all seven brands being present, the showcase will also feature knife forging demonstrations, local food and drink, and more.

This event is open to the public, and welcome to all who have an interest in the past, present and future of knifemaking in Oregon.

WHAT: The Portland Knife Center of Excellence Presents: National Knife Day Portland Maker Showcase

WHEN: August 24, 2025, 10am-2pm

WHERE: The STEELPORT Knife Co. Factory parking lot - 3602 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, Oregon 97232

FEATURING:

• Displays and on-site experts from all seven PKCoE member brands - Benchmade, CRKT, Gerber Gear, Leatherman, The James Brand, William Henry, and STEELPORT Knife Co.

• Photos and artifacts showcasing Portland’s knifemaking history.

• Demonstrations, including The BBB Invitational: Knife Sharpening Competition.

• A chance to enter the Ultimate Portland Knifemaker Giveaway featuring $9,100 in knives.

• Great food from celebrated Portland food cart Kim Jong Grillin’ and local craft beverages.