The Benchmade Barrage in black Valox with a tanto blade is an assisted-opening folder with a tanto blade and a black Valox handle (Benchmade part no. 583SBK). It is built on the platform that debuted the AXIS Assist mechanism, which gives quick, one-handed, ambidextrous opening. The 3.6-inch blade is 154CM stainless steel with a Cerakote finish, and the Osborne design is light, sturdy and fast on the draw. A split-arrow clip carries it in a pocket, and the mechanism includes an integrated safety. It is the tactical-profile option in the Barrage line.

Key Specifications

• Blade length is 3.6 inches, a practical length for everyday carry.
• The blade style is a tanto, the tactical profile in the Barrage line.
• The blade steel is 154CM stainless steel (58-61HRC), with a balance of edge retention and corrosion resistance.
• The blade finish is Cerakote, a coating that cuts glare and protects against wear.
• The mechanism is AXIS Assist with an integrated safety for quick, ambidextrous opening.
• The handle is black Valox, a tough thermoplastic that keeps the weight down.
• Open length is 8.45 inches, closed length is 4.79 inches, and weight is 4.51 ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the Barrage opened? It uses the AXIS Assist mechanism, which opens quickly with one hand and is ambidextrous.

How is this Barrage different from the drop-point version? This version has a tanto blade with a Cerakote finish, while the drop-point Barrage has a satin-finished blade.

Does it have a safety? Yes. The AXIS Assist mechanism includes an integrated safety.

Buy the Benchmade Barrage Assisted Folding Knife, Black Valox, Tanto

The tanto Barrage takes the same fast action as the original and adds a coated blade with a tactical profile. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping, and see more pocket knives while you are here.