Benchmade Barrage 581BK – Premium M390 Barrage, Black Blade
The Benchmade Barrage 581BK is the black-blade version of the premium Barrage 581. The 3.60" Bohler M390 drop point wears a black coating over the same super steel, and the contoured black G10 handle with polished aluminum bolsters gives it the flagship feel of the 581 family. The AXIS Assist mechanism springs the blade open from either thumb stud, with an integrated safety switch for secure carry. The Benchmade Barrage 581BK is discontinued and no longer in production, so remaining stock is limited.
Specifications
- Blade: 3.60" Bohler M390 premium stainless steel, black-coated drop point, plain edge, 60-62 HRC
- Handle: contoured black G10 with polished aluminum bolsters, steel liners
- Mechanism: AXIS Assist spring-assisted opening with integrated safety
- Overall length: 8.35", closed length: 4.75"
- Weight: 5.20 oz
- Reversible pocket clip, made in USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Benchmade Barrage a good knife?
Yes. The Benchmade Barrage 581BK pairs the best steel in the Barrage line, Bohler M390, with the fast, ambidextrous AXIS Assist action and an integrated safety switch.
What makes the Benchmade Barrage unique?
The Benchmade Barrage 581BK combines the AXIS lock with spring-assisted opening, a pairing few production knives offer, finished with G10 and aluminum bolsters. It is a Warren Osborne design built in the USA.
What steel does the Benchmade Barrage 581BK use?
The Benchmade Barrage 581BK uses Bohler M390, a premium powder-metallurgy stainless steel hardened to 60-62 HRC with outstanding edge retention and corrosion resistance, here in a black-coated finish.
Is the Benchmade Barrage 581BK an automatic knife?
No. The Benchmade Barrage 581BK is spring-assisted, not automatic. You begin opening the blade with the thumb stud and the spring completes the motion, which keeps it legal in many areas that restrict automatics. Knife laws vary, so check your state and local regulations before carrying.
Does Benchmade still sharpen the Barrage 581BK?
Yes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service will clean, tune, and resharpen the Benchmade Barrage 581BK free for the life of the knife, even though the model is discontinued.
Where is the Benchmade Barrage 581BK made?
The Benchmade Barrage 581BK is made in the USA at Benchmade's facility in Oregon City, Oregon.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Barrage 581BK?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Barrage 581BK is discontinued, so availability is limited to remaining dealer stock like this listing.
