is there a difference in this and the one just like it that has a black blade instead of silver blade ? which should i get black blade or silver ?
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I own both the Barrage 580 (Black) and 581 (Silver). Benchmade blades are hands down some of the best out there, but when it comes to these two the 581 is what I'd recommend. Both have about the same open time of about half a second or less. However, the 581 always going to have my vote, the knife simply feels like it's a more solid knife when you're holding it in your hand. The edge on the 581 has a much finer quality to it than the 580 and it's one of those things that you can really only tell once you've played with both, but it's all in the how the blade cuts, the 581 flows like water with it's cuts and slices with practically no effort. The 580 on the other hand, while smooth, doesn't quite have the same feel in comparison. The last thing is the aluminum bolster - the silver part of the 581. The support is gives the is incredible and it's sturdy with little to no give which is absent on the 580, the 580 doesn't have a lot of give, but the 581, in my opinion has it beat because of the bolster. You're not going to go wrong with either one, it's really a matter of personal preference. I have both and have used them for different and similar occasions and tasks, but the 581 is what I would say the is the superior of the two. It fills in the gaps that the 580 has and feels like an overall sturdier blade throughout. Hope this helps. -Aust
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Short answer... that depends. How will you be using the knife? Over the life of the knife with the black coating it will start to "rub off." With heavy use the black coating will rub off faster, and in my opinion, make the knife less "aesthetically pleasing." However, if you are using the knife in a combat situation a shiny knife can be a liability. For general camping/survival use, I would go with the uncoated knife. It is easier to clean and I think it looks nicer over it's life.
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I don't know of a reason that it would makes a difference. I've got both and they're both great. The black one shown here is like one I have that I use for grinding herbs and it's perfect. Doesn't show stains like the light gray marble one I have, if that makes a difference to you.
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I am an owner, not a merchant. I have the first version which is green and the latest model is blue. I've examined the blue version and cannot find a significant difference between the two, other than cosmetic. I've been using mine a few years and it works great, assuming it is set up correctly with a good blade. The current price shown in the Amazon add is about $100 more than I paid but, that was a few years ago and I didn't get free shipping so, you might want to look at all costs involved.
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The picture shown is for FX669, this picture tried to show the inside mechanism. There is a round black blade adjustment with 0.8mm to 2mm at 0.3 intervals. Also note the silver patch with high medium and low for power level. So the picture is for FX669.
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I have a Black Blur and a Red Blur. Both are indeed Sandvik 14C28N blade steel. Kershaw also makes this knife (and others) in CPM S30V, an even higher grade steel; that is it holds edge longer and is more corrosion resistant. But have no fear with this Sandvik steel. My experience with it on the Blur and on other USA-made Kershaws--whether coated with DLC or not--continues to be very satisfying. Sandvik or S30V? Add the cost issue and decide. With this knife, as I said, I have two w/ Sandvik 14C28N and am very happy. I would be with one (or 2) w/ S30V.
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I got the black one. in this case you should contact the seller for clarification.
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Doesn't seem to be much difference in any of those respects. They are all great knives. For the price they are actually exceptional. I had purchased three to see in person, keep the one i liked best and gift the other two. I ended up choose the color I liked bestt..... That's what it came down to, because they were all great knives.
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I had both the black one and the silver one....both are the same. Depends on what color you want. The silver one is the first edition...so you might be able to get a better deal. I liked the black one because it matched every thing I had better. Both operates exactly the same. Be aware you will need to adjust the pedal switch to operate correctly on either one. See YouTube
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Hello:The only difference between both is the color. The zs40k model is black and the zs40 corresponds to the silver one. Both have the same price tag but different color.
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I believe it just has more blades. I'm not sure it makes a difference. I just needed a new blade because mine was dull. This one suits my needs.
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They look the same I would get the silver it's cheaper in price. When I bought ours it was the same price as the silver one.
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Wow thanks Daniel, I did receive my order of 2, both are black and look good, I'm glad to hear about the quality between the silver and black, Thanks
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Dave, I recommend you try a sampler pack to figure out which D.E. blades you like best. There is definitely a difference in sharpness, durability, etc.
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I got lucky and got one of the old ones with the silver on the outside, although the case-wrapper-sheath is black and had me worried there for a bit. The manufacturer says he is changing them over on a rolling basis. He should make a different SKU number for such an important change. And Amazon should enforce that.
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It wont necessarily hurt the blade, but the paint on the side of the blade will come off. So if you don't mind a silver edge rather than a black edge, It should be fine.
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I have only had one very old Spyderco Delica knife that had a black clip. I believe this one has a silver clip, but check with Spyderco company to be sure. Joe