Mar 10 2010

Benchmade 585 Mini-Barrage Close-Up

Here’s a close up view of the new Benchmade 585 Mini-Barrage. This is a spring assisted opening knife. This is the first Axis Assist model to be made. There have been Auto-Axis, but never an assisted model. I like it, the assist is adequately strong. The overall quality and feel of the knife is very good. I would give it 4 3/4 stars out of 5. I really like the thick stainless steel liners in this knife, which are skeletonized nicely. I would like to have seen a more solid scale material, although the Valox seems tough, it still sounds a bit hollow when you tap on it with your fingernail. I would like to see a G10 or aluminum scale model in the future(or both!). How about a scale upgrade kit Benchmade! I bought this one from www.knifeworks.com Another good place is www.gpknives.com

Mar 03 2010

Benchmade 580 Barrage Review

My video review of the Benchmade 580 Barrage axis-assist knife.

Feb 22 2010

Benchmade 580 in the field (sand)

Commentary around the usage of 580 Barrage in the Field. Hiking on the beach. Sand in the axis lock?

Jan 19 2010

SOG Aegis vs Benchmade 580 Barrage

SOG Aegis vs Benchmade 580 Barrage

Dec 26 2009

Benchmade Osborne Design Barrage Knife

  • Blade Length: 3.60″
  • Overall Length/Closed Length: 8.35″ / 4.75″
  • Blade Material/Hardness: 154CM Stainless Steel/ 58-61 HRC
  • Blade Style:BK1 Coated Drop-Point; Ambidextrous Thumb-Studs
  • Lock Mechanism: AXIS-Assist Lock

Product DescriptionFor the first time ever, Benchmade’s best selling AXIS lock gets a boost. These spring assisted models combine speed and strength in one complete package! The 580 series is comfortable, quick and a hard deal to beat. The knife has a safety on the back and a reversible pocket clip for easy carry. . . More >>

Benchmade Osborne Design Barrage Knife

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