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Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife
The Benchmade 580S Barrage knife introduces an improved spring-assist opening and locking mechanism for speed and strength in 1 complete package.
- AXIS® spring-assist opening and locking mechanism has been updated to be stronger than its predecessors; provides a safety lock in both opened and closed positions
- Ambidextrous thumb-stud design allows you to easily open and close the knife with either hand
- Drop-point, stainless-steel blade measures 3.6 in. and has a blade hardness of 58-61HRC; blade is 0.12 in. thick
- Resin handle is impervious to moisture and provides a strong, comfortable frame that is easy to handle
- Benchmade 580S Barrage knife features a reversible pocket clip that makes storage and transport easy—just clip it on your pocket or belt and go!
Please Note: This product is not able to be shipped to addresses in New York.
Made in USA.
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Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Sharp blade (15)
- Comfortable grip (13)
- Smooth locking mechanism (13)
- Durable (12)
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping (14)
- Home (12)
- Survival (10)
- Hunting (7)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (8), Casual/ recreational (7)
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
- Solid Lockup
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Everyday Carry
- Home
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
I mainly bought this knife to use up a 20% coupon before it expired, and I'm glad I did.
Having bought (and subsequently returned) the smaller Mini Barrage, I wasn't sure if I wanted another assisted opening Axis model. In the case of the Mini, the grip just wasn't large enough or textured enough to feel right when that internal spring shot the blade open.
Fortunately,the larger size of the full size Barrage eliminates this issue for me. It's comfortable to carry, easy to open, and doesn't feel like it's gonna fly out of my hand when opening.
Being my 4th Benchmade knife purchased over the years (not counting the Mini Barrage) the quality is exactly what I expected. Very solid lockup with no play thanks to the Axis mechanism, razor sharp out of the box, and it feels solid and substantial in the hand.
About the only downside to the knife is that it's such a nice knife I'm having a hard time putting it through much abuse. That'll surely change in time though.
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
Great knife for my uses. Have used it for recreational camping, extended backpacking trips, long mountain biking trips, rock climbing, etc. Have yet to encounter any issues. Easy to clean. Locking mechanism is awesome. Relatively lightweight. You shouldn't need much more in a knife.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Hunting
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
I'm in love with an inanimate object. And that object is the Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife. It's a beauty to behold in my hand. Comfortable, elegant, simple, sharp, slim, and just the right heft. The AXIS spring assist opening sprints the blade out faster than an eyeblink. It works much better than those folders where you have to flick your wrist. The secondary safety on the top of the spine, as Dane Allison reviewed, either keeps the blade locked open or locked closed. I can't see using the secondary safety to keep the blade locked closed, but I can envision where it would be a good idea to keep the blade locked open more securely. A likely scenario for the latter is when you are using the point to stab an ice block to make chunks. Thanks also to Dane for mentioning the Rainbow of California Large Knife Case. Though, the Barrage is a folder, I trust the clip to hold the knife in place in my pants or shorts pocket only when I'm walking, not when I'm jogging or bicycling. In the latter two forms of exercise, I'm moving my legs too rapidly (well, maybe not so fast these days, as I'm old and slow now). Moreover, when I'm bicycling, the knife may even be horizontal or angled clip downward, possibly sliding out of my pocket to be gone forever. What a loss that would be! (Not only in terms of money, but also love. Who knows how long Benchmade will manufacture the Barrage?) The Barrage fits the Rainbow of California Large Knife Case perfectly, a snug fit. I plan to bicycle with the knife case attached to the waist strap of a fanny pack. The knife will be secure, and easily accessible. Oh, one more thing, the knife cut through cardboard like it was butter.
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Pros
- Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
I have owned this knife for several weeks. It is light weight and very sharp. Not crazy about the plastic grips but overall an excellent knife.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
The best knife I have owned. I spent hours online searching for the best company, and then for the best model of knife. This knife was the perfect match. The size is large enough for most every task besides hacking down a tree, and small enough to clip inside a pocket. The AXIS assist opening mechanism is powerful, and when the blade is closed,the force that goes into opening the blade is instead keeping it closed, so the blade is not always under tension to spring open. The secondary lock on the knife is like a gun safety, preventing it from being unintentionally opened in a pocket, or from snapping closed on a finger during use.
I recommend purchasing the large Rainbow Of California sheath that REI carries, as it fits perfectly, and allows you to carry it on a belt or TAC-TIED to a pack.
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- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Fit Of Moving Parts
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
I'm completely in love with this knife. For 30 years I've been using the same knife and refused to upgrade. I finally broke down and bought the Benchmade 580S Barrage because I wanted something lighter weight, a knife that I could work with one hand, good ergonomics, high quality and nice esthetics. This knife has it all. In the short time that I've owned it, it has already seen a fair amount of use and so far is a pleasure to work with. All moving parts have perfect fit -- no excess free play anywhere. My only complaint is that there were no instructions on how to open it without cutting myself (I'd never worked one of these spring assisted knives). It comes out of the box sharp as a razor. Worth the money.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Great pocket clip
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Commercial kitchen
- Home
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
This is great medium weight knife. Benchmade sells a lot lighter, and there are a lot heavier knives. I wouldn't use this knife to live in the forest but I wouldn't go there without it. Its a great middle ground of weight and size. The assisted opening spring gives it a wonderful feel and if i buy another folder from Benchmade that would be on of the requirements for it to have. The pocket clip is sturdy as you can get with out doing something crazy. I bought the knife to use at my work in a commercial kitchen to open receiving shipments and blade will stand up to cardboard all day long. It has a good grip I just with there was some sort of rubberizing on the finger holds but anything they would put on would flake off so most likely that is for best.
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- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Huge cool factor
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Hunting
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
I use this camping, backpacking and around the shop. Cuts anything effortlessly. Pleasantly surprised how sharp it stays. Opening is a breeze. I like it better than my automatic.You need one of these.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
- Smooth Locking Mechanism
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
I bought this knife and it feels great. I really love the locking mechanism and the spring is the strongest i have seen. Very happy with my first All-American knife.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Durable
- Sharp Blade
Cons
Best Uses
- Camping
- Home
- Survival
Comments about Benchmade 580S Barrage Knife:
Replaced my lost Buck knife with the Barrage. Perfect knife for daily carrying and for field work. Watch the spring assist when opening -- it can surprise you.
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