Online knife store EKnives highlights the inclusion of the Benchmade Triage on NASA's mission and what it reveals about selecting the right tool for the job.
(PRUnderground) April 10th, 2026
The Benchmade Triage® has made its space debut, launching aboard NASA’s Artemis II mission on April 1, 2026. NASA selected this knife for the 10-day mission for its ability to perform reliably in a pressurized-suit environment, where gloved hands, emergency conditions, and the absence of a backup option make tool selection critical. Knife retailer EKnives points out that the selection illustrates something knife enthusiasts have long understood: the right knife for one job may be entirely wrong for another.
Each of the four crew members on the first crewed voyage around the Moon since 1972 has a Triage stowed in their Orion Crew Survival System. The Triage was the ideal choice due to features such as a blunt-tip N680 steel blade, a folding hook for cutting straps and cords, a carbide glass breaker, and the ambidextrous AXIS® lock for reliable one-handed operation with gloved hands. Change any one of those elements, and the fit between tool and mission changes.
That philosophy of purpose-built performance is one that the team at EKnives applies every day. As a proud Benchmade authorized dealer and family-owned retailer, the e-commerce site carries an extensive selection of blades spanning tactical, rescue, everyday carry, collectible, and hard-use categories. EKnives staff members are seasoned enthusiasts themselves, and the store has built a reputation for helping buyers think through their specific needs and find the knife that genuinely fits, not just the most popular one on the shelf.
“When NASA puts a knife in an astronaut’s spacesuit, it says everything about what that knife is capable of,” said Clayton Ensminger, owner of EKnives. “We’re proud to carry the Triage and the full Benchmade lineup, and even prouder to help customers find the right blade for whatever they’re taking on.”
The Artemis II mission represents a major milestone in NASA’s broader lunar exploration program, with subsequent Artemis missions also set to feature the Triage in the crew spacesuit. For the knife community, it adds a remarkable chapter to the Triage story and a compelling illustration of how purpose-driven design separates a great knife from simply a good one.
Whether the need is everyday carry, backcountry survival, first response, or space exploration, there is a knife that is ideal for it. The staff at online knife store EKnives have the knowledge to discuss options, share their hands-on experience with the blades they carry, and help customers find exactly the right choice. The Triage and the rest of the Benchmade lineup, along with knives from Microtech, Hinderer, Shirogorov, Pro-Tech Knives, Chris Reeve Knives, Spyderco, and many others, are available now at EKnives.
Additional information about EKnives and its full selection of new and pre-owned knives and gear for every use and environment is available at www.eKnives.com.
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Eknives is the go-to destination for knife enthusiasts seeking high-quality brands and customization options. Their wide array of products, excellent customer service, and commitment to fast deliveries have made them a one-stop shop for EDC enthusiasts.
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