Benchmade 580 Barrage (En)

Here’s my review of another Axis Assist model from Benchmade, the 580 Barrage. The Barrage combines the assisted opening version of Benchmade’s vaunted Axis Lock mechanism with a steel-lined Valox handle and a gorgeous spear point blade crafted of 154CM steel. A bit too large and thick-handled for EDC applications, the Barrage is a medium sized tactical blade by nature. However, its lack of a meaningful traction plan leaves it wanting in this role. While the handle’s shape produces no significant hot sp