Benchmade Barrage 583BK – Blacked-Out Tanto Assisted Opening EDC
The Benchmade Barrage 583BK is the black-blade version of the Barrage tanto. The 3.60" black-coated 154CM tanto has a reinforced angular tip for piercing work, and Warren Osborne's AXIS Assist mechanism springs it open from either thumb stud with an integrated safety switch for secure carry. The textured black Valox handle with steel liners keeps the knife around 4.2 oz, and the all-black build makes it a natural for duty and tactical carry. The Benchmade Barrage 583BK is discontinued, so remaining stock is limited.
Specifications
- Blade: 3.60" 154CM stainless steel, black-coated tanto, plain edge, 58-61 HRC
- Blade thickness: 0.121"
- Handle: textured black Valox with steel liners
- Mechanism: AXIS Assist spring-assisted opening with integrated safety
- Overall length: 8.35", closed length: 4.75"
- Weight: approx. 4.2 oz
- Reversible pocket clip, made in USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Benchmade Barrage a good knife?
Yes. The Benchmade Barrage 583BK is one of the most popular assisted opening knives Benchmade has made, and its black-coated tanto blade adds a stronger tip and a low-glare finish to the proven AXIS Assist action.
What makes the Benchmade Barrage unique?
The Benchmade Barrage 583BK combines the AXIS lock with spring-assisted opening, a pairing few production knives offer. Either thumb stud fires the blade and the integrated safety locks it closed in the pocket. It is a Warren Osborne design built in the USA.
What is a tanto blade?
A tanto blade has a flat main edge that meets a second angled edge at the tip, creating a strong, reinforced point built for piercing tough materials. On the Benchmade Barrage 583BK that tanto geometry is ground from black-coated 154CM stainless steel.
Is the Benchmade Barrage 583BK an automatic knife?
No. The Benchmade Barrage 583BK 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 583BK?
Yes. Benchmade's LifeSharp service will clean, tune, and resharpen the Benchmade Barrage 583BK free for the life of the knife, even though the model is discontinued.
Where is the Benchmade Barrage 583BK made?
The Benchmade Barrage 583BK is made in the USA at Benchmade's facility in Oregon City, Oregon.
Where can I buy the Benchmade Barrage 583BK?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade Barrage 583BK is discontinued, so availability is limited to remaining dealer stock like this listing.
