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The James Brand

Knife and everyday-carry tool maker founded in Portland, Oregon in 2012, now based in Oceanside, California.

The James Brand was created in Portland, Oregon in 2012 by a group of designers and adventurers. The company describes itself as a design-led brand making knives and tools for everyday carry with a minimalist design approach.

Its headquarters is in Oceanside, California, while its design studio and partnerships are based in Portland, Oregon.

The catalog covers folding and fixed-blade knives and tools (including the Elko keychain knife), carry items such as carabiners, key hooks, wallets, a money clip and lanyard beads, pens and pocket notebooks, and maintenance accessories such as knife sharpeners, refills and service kits. It also sells collaboration collections, including one with Carryology.

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