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CQC-5 vs The Barnes

Ernest EmersonThe James Brand
Price$2,500.00$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
Retailers21
Resale premiumvs retail price-1%$2,466.67 avg ask

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, the CQC-5 or the The Barnes?

The The Barnes is cheaper at $1,299.00, versus $2,500.00 for the CQC-5 — a difference of $1,201.00.

Does the CQC-5 hold its resale value?

On the secondary market the CQC-5 carries a -1% discount to its retail price.

Which sells out faster, the CQC-5 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 CQC-5.

Where can I buy the CQC-5 and The Barnes?

Drop Beacon tracks the CQC-5 across 2 retailers and the The Barnes across 1, comparing live prices and linking out to each.

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