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Benchmade Mini Barrage 154CM Folding Knife - Black Valox
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Benchmade Mini Barrage 154CM Folding Knife - Black Valox
Folding knife for everyday use (EDC) with a Drop-Point blade, made of stainless 154CM tool steel. The handle is made of black Valox plastic.
154CM tool steel, flat grind
The blade has a Drop-Point profile, is 74 mm long, and 2.5 mm thick. It is made of high-quality 154CM stainless steel with a hardness of 58–61 HRC, which is characterized by long-lasting sharpness and high corrosion resistance. The flat-ground blade has a satin finish, which makes it easier to clean and prevents it from reflecting light.
Double-sided thumb stud, Axis Lock
The double-sided thumb stud and assist mechanism allow for quick and easy opening by both right- and left-handed users. In the open position, the blade is locked in place using the easy-to-operate Axis Lock. A slider located on the back of the handle serves as a secondary lock, preventing accidental folding or unfolding.
textured Valox plastic handle
The contoured handle is made of durable Valox plastic, which is resistant to high temperatures and solvents. The textured surface improves grip stability during use. Additionally, the design has been reinforced with steel inserts.
double-sided clip
The clip can be attached to either the right or left side of the knife. It makes it easier to carry the knife around on a daily basis and allows you to attach it to a belt, the edge of a pocket, a backpack, or other accouterments.
main features
- Drop-Point blade profile
- 154CM tool steel
- Valox plastic handle
- blade hardness 58–61 HRC
- satin finish
- flat grind
- double-sided thumb stud
- Axis Lock
- clip
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Benchmade Knife Company is an American brand founded in 1988 by Les de Asis in Oregon, with roots going back to the 1970s, when it operated as Bali-Song. The company became famous for producing folding and combat knives, and its butterfly logo refers to the first balisong models - awarded the title of Knife of the Year in 1979. Today, Benchmade makes knives in three lines: Blue Class, Black Class, and Gold Class, using modern powder steels such as S30V, M390, and CPM-20CV, as well as the patented Axis Lock, valued for its reliability and smooth operation. Among the brand's icons are the Griptilian, Bugout, 940 Osborne, Infidel, and Bushcrafter models, and the company regularly works with respected knifemakers such as Mel Pardue, Warren Osborne, and Ernest Emerson. Benchmade was the first knife manufacturer in the USA to implement fully automated CNC production, which made it possible to achieve previously unseen precision and repeatability in the industry.
| Type | Folder |
|---|---|
| Style | Multipurpose |
| Blade length | 74 mm |
| Blade thickness | 2,5 mm |
| Blade profile | Drop-Point |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Very good |
| Corrosion resistance | Good |
| Lock type | Axis Lock |
| Overall length | 175 mm |
| Glass breaker | No |
| Blade material | 154 CM |
| Opening method | Thumb stud + assist |
| Handle | Plastic |
| Clip for carrying | Yes |
| Holster included | No |
| Weight | 96 g |
| EAN | 610953130800 |
| Manufacturer code | 136-023 |
| Brand | Benchmade |
| EAN |
CPM 154
CPM 154 is a stainless powder steel developed by Crucible Industries, which is an improved version of the classic 154CM steel. It is characterized by a high carbon content (1.05%) and chromium (14%), which ensures good corrosion resistance and high hardness. The steel also contains molybdenum (4%), manganese (0.5%), and silicon (0.3%), which improves its abrasion resistance and stability at high temperatures. Thanks to the CPM (Crucible Particle Metallurgy) technology used, the steel has a fine-grained microstructure, which translates into greater uniformity, better resistance to cracking, and more predictable behavior during sharpening. After proper heat treatment, CPM 154 achieves a hardness of 58-61 HRC, which provides an optimal combination of strength, sharpness retention, and corrosion resistance. This steel is often used in the production of premium knives, EDC knives, and custom designs.
Axis-Lock
Axis-Lock is a folding knife locking mechanism patented by Bill McHenry and Jason Williams, popularized and licensed by Benchmade. A spring steel bar (crossbar) slides transversely between the scales and fits into a recess on the back of the blade, firmly locking it in the open position. The mechanism works thanks to two omega springs that press the bar into the lock, ensuring smooth, two-handed operation and no play. To close the knife, simply slide the bar toward the rear of the handle and release the catch, allowing you to safely fold the blade without risking contact between your fingers and the blade.
Valox
Valox is a family of semi-crystalline thermoplastic resins based mainly on polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) and its blends with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or polycarbonate (PC). The material is sometimes modified with glass fiber, mineral fillers, and flame retardants, which allows for increased mechanical strength, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, and better resistance to high temperatures. Valox has good electrical insulation properties and is suitable for injection molding of complex parts, making it ideal for use as a material for scales and handles.
