Verified Nov 2026
Tool & Die
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Irving, Texas
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Since 1986
SOG is a manufacturer of tactical knives, multi-tools, and outdoor gear, headquartered in Irving, Texas, and founded in 1986 by Spencer Frazer. The company employs an estimated 200 to 500 people, with estimated annual revenue of $50 to $100 million, and is privately held. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, military-defense, industrial-equipment, and consumer-goods markets. Among its recent items, SOG launched the SEAL Commander knife in October 2025 in collaboration with Todd Begg, described as a Made-in-USA version of a classic blade.
SOG at a glance
Revenue
$50-100M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1986
Headquarters
Irving, Texas
Import activity
563
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Military & Defense
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
563
Named foreign suppliers
31
Top origins
Taiwan · China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Japan
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from SOG.
What this tells a buyer
No customs or trade shipment data is available in the record, so the company's import and export footprint cannot be characterized; its most recent public development is a limited-edition anniversary Bowie knife announced in August 2026.
Its listed products include Composite and SEAL-series items, and the record references a facility in Lynnwood, Washington, alongside its Texas headquarters.
The company is privately held, with estimated revenue of $50 to $100 million and an estimated workforce of 200 to 500 employees.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
Overview
SOG is a manufacturer of tactical knives, multi-tools, and outdoor gear, headquartered in Irving, Texas, and founded in 1986 by Spencer Frazer. The company employs an estimated 200 to 500 people, with estimated annual revenue of $50 to $100 million, and is privately held. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, military-defense, industrial-equipment, and consumer-goods markets. Among its recent items, SOG launched the SEAL Commander knife in October 2025 in collaboration with Todd Begg, described as a Made-in-USA version of a classic blade.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1986 |
Headquarters | Irving, Texas |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $50-100M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Tool & Die |
What SOG makes
Its listed products include Composite and SEAL-series items, and the record references a facility in Lynnwood, Washington, alongside its Texas headquarters.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Composite, Seal (source: sogknives.com).
Trade and customs footprint
No customs or trade shipment data is available in the record, so the company's import and export footprint cannot be characterized; its most recent public development is a limited-edition anniversary Bowie knife announced in August 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 563 inbound shipments across 31 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Taiwan · China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Japan.
Latest developments
2026-08-20 — SOG Celebrates Anniversary with Limited-Edition, Collectible Bowie Knife (outdoorhub.com)
2026-08-11 — SOG Celebrates Milestone Anniversary with Limited-Edition Collectible Knife – Knife Magazine (knifemagazine.com)
2026-06-29 — SOG has limited edition knife | American Knife and Tool Institute (akti.org)
2026-01-23 — SOG Drops Two New Everyday Carry Knives at SHOT Show (huntinglife.com)
2025-10-13 — SOG Launches SEAL Commander in Collaboration with Todd Begg, Delivering a Made-in-USA Version of a Classic Blade (huntinglife.com)
2025-09-22 — First Look: SOG Hidaka XR and FX Knives | An Official Journal Of The NRA (shootingillustrated.com)
Facilities
SOG is headquartered in Irving, Texas. Public sources also reference these locations:
Lynnwood, Washington — sogknives.com
Company details
The company is privately held, with estimated revenue of $50 to $100 million and an estimated workforce of 200 to 500 employees. SOG was founded in 1986, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Frequently asked questions
What does SOG make?
SOG is a manufacturer of tactical knives, multi-tools, and outdoor gear, headquartered in Irving, Texas, and founded in 1986 by Spencer Frazer. The company employs an estimated 200 to 500 people, with estimated annual revenue of $50 to $100 million, and is privately held. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, military-defense, industrial-equipment, and consumer-goods markets. Among its recent items, SOG launched the SEAL Commander knife in October 2025 in collaboration with Todd Begg, described as a Made-in-USA version of a classic blade.
Where is SOG headquartered?
SOG is headquartered in Irving, Texas (5250 Frye Rd, Irving, Texas, 75061).
When was SOG founded?
SOG was founded in 1986.
How big is SOG?
SOG has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $50-100M range (estimated).
Does SOG import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 563 inbound shipments for SOG, with top origins including Taiwan · China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Japan.
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