Passion for knives

On December 9, 1942, during World War II, KA-BAR presented a knife to the United States Marine Corps, hoping it would become the standard weapon. In collaboration with the Marine Quartermaster Department, the project was revised, and production began on an improved combat and utility knife.

During the war, USMC KA-BAR knives gained such recognition for their quality and abundance that "KABAR" became the common name. It was adopted by the Marines, Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Underwater Demolition Teams. Years later, many KA-BAR knives were reactivated in Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan conflicts.

In 2019, KA-Bar partnered with Spartan Blades to form Pineland Cutlery. CEO John Stitt desired a "KA-BAR" with enhanced durability, robustness, and corrosion resistance. During development, metallurgist Larrin Thomas identified CPM MagnaCut® steel with the desired qualities.

CPM MagnaCut® is a sintered high-carbon steel produced by Crucible Industries, specifically designed for blades. Spartan Blades developed the Spartan-KA-BAR using CNC machining, cryogenic treatment, and PVD coatings.

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: CPM MagnaCut steel 61/63HRC
Blade Finish: ZrN Flat Dark Earth
Handle: Kraton G with stainless steel 301 guard and tungsten DLC treatment
Blade Length: 178mm.
Blade Thickness: 4.2mm.
Total Length: 305mm.
Weight: 306g.
Sheath: Kydex, thermoformed, with belt loops and M.O.L.L.E. compatible
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: -

The Bugout® is designed for the modern outdoor adventurer, incorporating the lightest, highest-performance materials into an extremely slim, ergonomic package. The CPMS30V blade steel and Benchmade's AXIS assisted locking technology can tackle any task. Made in the United States.

Intended Use: Sporting / EDC

Type of production: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: CPM-S30V 58/60HRC
Blade Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote
Handle: CF-Elite (Grivory)
Blade length: 82mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Length closed: 107mm.
Total length: 189mm.
Thickness when closed: 10.5mm
Weight: 52g.
Closure: Axis Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, stainless steel
Packaging: Cardboard box with Benchmade logos

The M-PAT was created by U.S. military service member Seth Brown and was designed specifically for fighter jet crews. Its slim profile and sturdy size are designed it specifically so that it can be carried on the safety vest or otherwise at the top of the torso in order to cause as little discomfort as possible while in the flight deck. It is ideal for vertical carrying and, thanks to the two retention modes of the sheath, it will not go anywhere until you need it. The M-PAT's applications extend outside the cockpit and it is perfectly suited to a belt or tactical vest. It is always handy when you need it and out of the way when you don't. When you only have room for one knife for self-defense and survival, there's the M-PAT.


Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 58/60HRC steel
Blade treatment: Coyote Tan Coating
Handle: Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 124mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total Length: 248mm.
Balance: on the guard branch
Weight: 309g.
Sheath: kydex
Packaging: transparent plastic bag
Notes: Emergency whistle - Design by Seth Brown

Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Italy
Blade: in D2 steel at 59 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Camo
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 200mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 347mm.
Balancing: backward
Weight: 510g.
Sheath: in Kydex, thermoformed, with tek-lok type attachment
Packaging: without packaging, supplied with its own certificate of authenticity
Notes: Dimorphodon with clip point tip and Rambo knife style blade - Limited Edition - Each knife is unique and handcrafted

Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Italy
Blade: in D2 steel at 59 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Black Blood dual tone
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 198mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 345mm.
Balancing: backward
Weight: 436g.
Sheath: in brown leather
Packaging: without packaging, supplied with its own certificate of authenticity
Notes: Dimorphodon with clip point tip and Rambo knife style blade - Limited Edition - Each knife is unique and handcrafted

Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Italy
Blade: in D2 steel at 59 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Bronze Lava Field
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 200mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 347mm.
Balancing: backward
Weight: 500g.
Sheath: in brown leather
Packaging: without packaging, supplied with its own certificate of authenticity
Notes: First example blade treatment - Prototypo - Each knife is unique and handcrafted

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Production type: Semi-Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Full tang in 1095 58/60HRC steel
Blade Finish: Tactical Stone Coating
Handle: G-10
Blade Length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 219mm.
Weight: 192g.
Sheath: Kydex sheath with metal belt clip rotatable 360° and tinder box included.
Package: Transparent plastic bag
Notes: Emergency whistle - Each piece is numbered and accompanied by a certificate of guarantee and authenticity.

Type of production: Artisan
Lama production: Italy
Blade: in D2 steel at 59 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Row Finish
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 105mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 235mm.
Balancing: backward
Weight: 260g.
Sheath: kydex
Packaging: -
Notes: Each knife is unique and handcrafted; there may be slight differences in finishes, colors and materials compared to the product photographed.

Intended use: Tactical / Military

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Australia
Blade: full tang in steel D2 at 58 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Teflon coating
Handle: G10
Blade length: 130mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 267mm.
Balancing: Advanced
Weight: 319g.
Sheath: in Kydex, with Tek-Lok attacks
Packaging: cardboard box
Note: -

Intended use: Tactical / Military

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Australia
Blade: full tang in steel D2 at 58 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Teflon coating
Handle: G10
Blade length: 128mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 265mm.
Balancing: Advanced
Weight: 347g.
Sheath: in Kydex, with Tek-Lok attacks
Packaging: cardboard box
Note: -

Intended use: Sports / Tactical

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-S90V stainless steel
Blade treatment: Tan DLC
Handle: titanium with matt black DLC treatment
Blade length: 99mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: 123mm.
Total length: 213mm.
Thick when closed: 12mm.
Weight: 152g.
Closure: Framelock
Clip: Removable, reversible, stainless steel
Packaging: cardboard box with Zero Tolerance logos
Notes: KVT opening on ball bearings - Carson Flipper opening system - Sprint Run 2018 edition available while stocks last

Purpose of use: Collection / Utility

Type of production: semi-industrial
Country of production: Boise - Idaho - USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN at 55 / 57HRC
Surface treatment: PVD
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 5.58mm.
Total length: 292mm.
Balance: on the lower guard branch
Weight: 329g.
Sheath: Nylon thongs, compatible M.O.L.L.E.
Notes: New Version 2017 - Warranty and Authenticity Certificates - Design by William W. Harsey

The Lynx is designed to satisfy all users in the 'scope of the Hunt, the Bushcraft and Survival. Thickness and dimensions have been studied to facilitate precision work and at the same time be reliable even for heavy work. Handy and compact, it is the perfect companion for the outdoors.

Type of production: Artisan

Lama production: Italy
Blade: in steel D2 at 59 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: GunKote
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 105mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 235mm.
Balancing: set back
Weight: 338g.
Sheath: in leather
Package: -
Notes: Each knife is unique and handcrafted; there may be slight differences in finishes, colors and materials compared to the photographed product.

Intended use: Tactical / Collection

Type of production: Artisan
Production Country: Italy
Blade: D2 steel with cryogenic hardening
Treatment Lama: Dark Earth
Handle: Micarta Loveless
Blade length: 110 mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5 mm.
Overall length: 250 mm.
Balance: the branch guard
Weight: 300 g.
Sheath: Artisan in Kydex thermoformed, attack Tek-Lok type
Packaging: -
Notes: -

Introducing the new Model 451 full-tang fixed blade field knife, designed and made by Freeman Outdoor Gear LLC.

The CerakoteTM coated LSS PGK steel drop point blade features a main flat grind with a thick secondary swedge for maximum toughness and piercing ability.

The exposed pommel with jimping acts as a flat hammering surface and includes a lanyard attachment hole sized for the included 550 cord lanyard. 

The blade is heat treated and double tempered to a hardness of 59-61 Rc and the cutting edge is ground razor sharp at a 40 degree included angle (20 degrees per side).

The handle scales are CNC machined from tough G-10 or optional Canvas Micarta with milled grooves for a secure and comfortable grip. The handle shape provides an ergonomic and balanced grip for use in multiple positions. Enhanced parrot's beak pommel and lower front guard aid in blade retention during chopping. Stainless steel hardware locks all the components into place.

Included is a Spec-Ops Brand fabric sheath with thermoformed puncture-proof kydex lining.

This is a premium 100% US-made field knife designed to excel in multiple cutting chores under the most demanding conditions.

Specifications:

Knife Name:  Model 451 Chopper

Designer:  Jeff Freeman

Overall Length: 11.8"

Blade Length: 6.5”

Blade Thickness:  3/16”

Blade Steel:  LSS PGK

 Blade Hardness:  59-61 HRC

Blade Style:  Full-Tang Fixed Blade, Drop Point

Coating: CerakoteTM Ceramic Firearms Coating

Handle Material: Machined G-10 or Canvas Micarta

Sheath Material: Spec-Ops Brand Basic Modular Sheath

Knife Weight: 0.66 LBS

Note from Jeff: Before joining the US Army, I worked for 5 seasons as a wildland firefighter based out of Sweet Home, Oregon. While there, I battled scores of wildfires throughout Oregon and the Western United States with a very skilled, hard-working and dedicated group of young men and women. My crew's radio dispatch call sign was "451". 

I've named this knife family the "Model 451" in honor of those crew mates past and present that put it all on the line for the protection of our wildlands.

Introducing the new Model 451 full-tang fixed blade field knife, designed and made by Freeman Outdoor Gear LLC.

The CerakoteTM coated CPM-S35VN stainless steel drop point blade features a main flat grind with a thick secondary swedge for maximum toughness and piercing ability.

The exposed pommel acts as a flat hammering surface and includes a lanyard attachment hole sized for the included 550 cord lanyard. Additional milled grooves in the blade on the thumb rise provide a secondary gripping surface for extra control during delicate cuts.

The blade is cryogenically treated with a hardness of 59-61 Rc and the cutting edge is ground razor sharp at a 40 degree included angle (20 degrees per side).

The handle scales are CNC machined from tough G-10 or optional Canvas Micarta with milled grooves for a secure and comfortable grip. The handle shape provides an ergonomic and balanced grip for use in multiple positions. Stainless steel hardware locks all the components into place.

The custom Kydex thermo-formed sheath features a secure and tight friction fit with multiple attachment points for horizontal, vertical, PALS and 550 cord lashing/mounting options. Also available with a Spec-Ops Brand Combat Master (mini) fabric sheath. 

This is a premium 100% US-made field knife designed to excel in multiple cutting chores under the most demanding conditions.

Freeman Outdoor Gear - 4 "Flat Dark Heart Field Knife 451 - G10 Black - Knife

Intended use: Tactical / Utility
Design: Jeff Freeman
Production Type: Semi-Handmade
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59 / 60HRC
Treatment Lama: Flat Dark Heart
Handle: Black G10
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Overall length: 225mm.
Weight: 222g.
Sheath: Kydex with thickness
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Freeman Outdoor

Use: Neck / Tactical / Utility

Production Type: Semi-Handmade
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59 / 60HRC
Treatment Lama: Patriot Brown Cerakote
Handle: -
Blade length: 66mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Overall length: 155mm.
Weight: 95g.
Sheath: Kydex with thickness of 1.5mm
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Freeman Outdoor
Notes: -

Destinazione d'uso: Sportivo

Tipo di produzione: Industriale
Produzione Lama: USA
Lama: in acciaio al carbonio 1095
Trattamento Lama: Textured powder coat Tan
Lunghezza lama: 55mm.
Spessore lama: 3mm.
Impugnatura: guancette in micarta opzionali, montabili all'occorrenza
Lunghezza totale: 130mm.
Spessore da chiuso: -
Bilanciatura: -
Peso: 40g.
Chiusura: -
Clip: -
Fodero: ABS e cordura
Confezione: Busta plastica trasparente

RAO ACQUIRED FROM VERSION ' AIR FORCE
Folding knife made upon specific requests of the department of the Italian Army 185 ° RAO ( Target Acquisition Regiment ) and is now included the eponymous department . The knife supplied differs from the calendar for the total lack of writings or logos on the blade.

HISTORY ON THE DEPARTMENT :
The 185 ° RAO of the'' Thunderbolt '' and ' a department from the ancient tradition, but brand new . It was born April 3, 2000 following the reconfiguration of the 185 ° paratroopers land-based artillery regiment . Headquartered in Livorno, and ' a department atypical weapon of Artillery, currently placed in the basin of the Special Forces .

Composed entirely of volunteers , the 185 ° RAO selects its members through passing a physical test and a qualification course of modules '' in difficulty ' growing .'' The tasks assigned to the men of RAO are varied, but all delicate : it is to gather information on enemy targets and ' pass ' at his command . More 'in general , can' talk of '' reconnaissance '' in sensitive areas . '' E ' therefore obvious - underline the Army - that the activities ' of the buyer to occur mainly in hostile territory , in small groups acting on their own self-sufficient .''

The paratroopers of the RAO are specialists in the techniques of infiltration and exfiltration '' '' and are able to move into operational area '' up to 8-10 days without external supplies .'' '' They know how to evade capture , escape and escape from an ' area controlled by the enemy '' and, above all , as'' detect, determine and evaluate the objectives '' of strategic interest. Since 2002 , the year of reconfiguration , the detachments of the 185 th Regiment operated in all theaters of operation more ' hot : from the Balkans to Afghanistan, Iraq . Here performing reconnaissance especially for informational purposes in the medium and long-range surveillance of the area of responsibility ' of the Italian contingent .

Intended Use: Military / Tactical

Type of production : industrial
Production Blade: Italy
Blade: Stainless steel N690Co 58/60HRC Desert Warfare
Treatment Blade: GeoCamo
Handle : non corroding 4.5mm
Blade length: 118mm .
Blade Thickness: 6.3mm .
Length closed: 142
Total length: 261mm .
Balance: -
Weight: 335g .
Closure: front lock changed - safety pin threaded
Clip: -
Sheath: tactical nylon attacks by Vega Holster with MOLLE suitable for both closed and open the knife - colored desert
Notes: diamond sharpener included

Intended Use: Neck / Tactical / Military

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59/60HRC
Treatment Blade: Flat Dark Earth SpartaCoat
Handle: -
Blade length: 68mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 159mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balance: -
Weight: 80g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Kydex
Packaging: -
Notes: Design by Iovito / Carey