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Black Tanto vs The Barnes

Ernest EmersonThe James Brand
Price$1,800.00$1,299.00(cheaper)
CategoryKnivesKnives
BrandErnest EmersonThe James Brand
Availability
Sold Out
Sold Out
Brand sell-through% sold out90.6%98%
Median sell timehours to sell out12.5d82.5d
Retailers11
Resale premiumvs retail price-53%$849.00 avg ask

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, the Black Tanto or the The Barnes?

The The Barnes is cheaper at $1,299.00, versus $1,800.00 for the Black Tanto — a difference of $501.00.

Does the Black Tanto hold its resale value?

On the secondary market the Black Tanto carries a -53% discount to its retail price.

Which sells out faster, the Black Tanto or the The Barnes?

The The Barnes sells out faster: the brand behind it has a 98% sell-through rate, versus 90.6% for the Black Tanto.

Where can I buy the Black Tanto and The Barnes?

Drop Beacon tracks the Black Tanto across 1 retailer and the The Barnes across 1, comparing live prices and linking out to each.

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