BLADE Show "More On What You'll See this Weekend" Blade Newsletter:

Benchmade Booths 1-4
The 585 Mini-Barrage Folder from Benchmade is selected as one of the top three in the Knife of the Year category. Benchmade's patented AXIS® lock is one of the strongest locking mechanism on the market, and the addition of a spring assist allows for quicker deployment. The combination of strength and speed make the Mini-Barrage an instant Benchmade classic. Other key features include 100% ambidextrous function, reversible carry clip and 154CM blade steel. The knife is proudly made in the U.S.A.

the barrage deserves this selection

Agreed Pascal, wish I could attend. Still I hope the 585 wins, it's that good.

What were the other two nominations, anyone know?

I knew it. It's going to win. Name a knife this year as new and user-friendly? Not to mention value.

If I’m correct booths 1-4 prime real estate on the show floor.

Here’s a personal thought Benchmade. Those 3-5 second videos from last years Blade Show with the knife models and how they work. Try another approach this year. It was IMO not up to Benchmade Standards.

GOOD LUCK TEAM BENCHMADE. WE'RE WITH YOU!!!

I'm betting it's the 585 over the 580 because the 585 was in production before a deadline and the 580 wasn't.

And I bet it wins.

Booths 1-4 are right at the door as you come in. In fact, they're on the left side of the door and since that's the 'larger' side of the hall (door isn't centered) most folks turn that way.

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Originally posted by Dr Forthington Pringles:
Here’s a personal thought Benchmade. Those 3-5 second videos from last years Blade Show with the knife models and how they work. Try another approach this year. It was IMO not up to Benchmade Standards.

Those were curtousy of a company called Invodo at the Outdoor Retailer show. I don't believe e've done any product videos at Blade.

Good answer, Benchmade!

So anyways, I'll ask my question again... Anyone know what the other two nominations were?

And since its Sunday... Did the 585 end up winning?

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Originally posted by ross2782:
So anyways, I'll ask my question again... Anyone know what the other two nominations were?

I believe this is the answer that you're searching for....

http://benchmadeforum.com/eve/...31004502/m/323106591

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Originally posted by Chang:

quote:

Originally posted by ross2782:
So anyways, I'll ask my question again... Anyone know what the other two nominations were?

I believe this is the answer that you're searching for....

http://benchmadeforum.com/eve/...31004502/m/323106591

Thanks Chang, but no I was wondering what the 585 was up against... It was selected as one of 3 knives for the Knife of the Year award, I just wanted to know what its competition was... and if it won.