Spartan Blades

The ASTOR is our first folding knife in collaboration with prolific knife maker Les George, winner of Blade Show 2021 as "Imported Knife of the Year."

The ASTOR was built as a sturdy working knife! With its sturdy G-10 grips, thick liner-lock and high-strength CTS-XHP steel blade, the ASTOR is the perfect knife for those jobs that require a little extra toughness.

All of our Bronze Field Grade productions incorporate our new "Oil Infused Bronze Bushing System" or "OIBBS"! Our sintered bronze bushings are impregnated with oil, which reduces friction on the blade, thus ensuring that the blade opens smoothly, even when firmly held. This system is especially useful for low speeds, intermittent use and irregular loads such as those found on folding knives.

Intended Use: Sporting

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Taiwan
Blade: CTS-XHP 58/60 HRC stainless steel
Blade treatment: Stonewashed
Handle: G10
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 118mm.
Total length: 209mm.
Weight: 145g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable and reversible
Packaging: cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: The Field Grade series with Bronze-colored box, identifies the Asian production of Spartan Blades entrusted to Pineland Cutlery (a company formed by Spartan Blades and Ka-Bar). In this series one can find the most iconic designs of Spartan Blades offered at very aggressive and competitive prices.

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Carbon steel 1095 56/58HRC
Blade Finish: Black Powder Coating
Handle: CE Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 139mm.
Blade Thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 273mm.
Weight: 255g.
Sheath: Thermoplastic, multi-position, with M.O.L.L.E. compatible belt clip and push-button retention system.
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades Professional Grade logos
Note: Design by Iovito/Carey - The Professional Grade series with Silver box, identifies the American production made by Ka-Bar entrusted to Pineland Cutlery (a company formed by Spartan Blades and Ka-Bar). In this series you can find new products that combine the typical Spartan Blades designs with Ka-Bar's production experience in order to keep prices affordable to the public without having to renounce to a made in USA production.

Produced in Olean, NY, in collaboration with the skilled people at KA-BAR knives, the design of the Spartan-Harsey Nessmuk is based on a classic American concept popularized by George Washington Sears (1821-1890) and the more moderate ergonomic designs of William W. Harsey Jr.

Under the guidance of a Native American from the Narragansett tribe named Nessmuk, George Washington Sears embraced the natural world, learning survival skills. Sears adopted "Nessmuk," meaning "wood duck," as his pseudonym, reflecting his love for forest life. Writing as "Nessmuk," he contributed to Forest and Stream magazine in the 1880s, promoting canoeing, the Adirondack lakes, and environmentalism.

Sears' diverse experiences led to his writings on the wonders of nature and conservation. He advocated minimalism: lighting fires, setting up tents, and more. He emphasized respect for nature, leading to a call for conservation.

Sears authored "Woodcraft" (1884), offering practical advice and introspection. The "Log of the Bucktail" series and poetry followed. Illness couldn't weaken his love for nature. He passed away in 1890, with Nessmuk's legacy enduring in Wellsboro.

A supporter of thin and sharp knives, Sears' ideals are reflected in our Nessmuk design.

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 56/58HRC
Blade Finish: Black Powder Coating
Handle: Injection-molded Thermoplastic
Blade Length: 130mm
Blade Thickness: 4.8mm
Overall Length: 254mm
Weight: 308g
Sheath: Thermoplastic, with belt attachment and button retention system
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades Professional Grade logos
Notes: Design by William W. Harsey Jr. - The Professional Grade series with Silver packaging identifies American production made by Ka-Bar entrusted to Pineland Cutlery (a company formed by Spartan Blades and Ka-Bar). In this series, you can find new products that combine the typical Spartan Blades designs with Ka-Bar's production experience to keep prices affordable for the public without sacrificing USA-made production.

Produced in Olean, NY, in collaboration with the skilled people at KA-BAR knives, the Spartan-Harsey Kukri knife has been designed to be a highly durable hiking knife. The kukri features a blade of over 22cm, making it an all-around tool due to its center of mass, allowing the user to slice while cutting to even penetrate thick objects.

While this blade is primarily famous for its military use, the kukri is more commonly employed as a multi-purpose tool in fields and homes across Nepal. Its uses range from construction, clearing, cutting firewood, digging, butchering animals for food, slicing meat and vegetables, skinning animals, to opening cans.

It can function as a smaller knife using the narrower part of the blade closer to the handle. The heavier and wider end of the blade, towards the tip, functions as a hatchet or a small shovel.

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 56/58HRC
Blade Finish: Black Powder Coating
Handle: Injection-molded Thermoplastic
Blade Length: 223mm
Blade Thickness: 6.3mm
Overall Length: 352mm
Weight: 580g
Sheath: Thermoplastic, with belt attachment and button retention system
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades Professional Grade logos
Notes: Design by William W. Harsey Jr. - The Professional Grade series with Silver packaging identifies American production made by Ka-Bar entrusted to Pineland Cutlery (a company formed by Spartan Blades and Ka-Bar). In this series, you can find new products that combine the typical Spartan Blades designs with Ka-Bar's production experience to keep prices affordable for the public without having to sacrifice USA-made production.

Alala - In ancient Greece, it meant "battle cry" or "war cry" and was the personification of the war cry in Greek mythology. ... Greek soldiers attacked the enemy with this cry to cause panic in their ranks. Its sturdy and comfortable design makes it a very comfortable everyday carry fixed blade with excellent ergonomics. Perfectly suited for daily cutting tasks, it is always ready to assist the user. The molded sheath is equipped with an active retention lever and a securing strap for convenient carry options. Made by the excellent people at KA-BAR Knives; in Olean, NY, USA.

Intended use: Tactical / Military

Production type: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: in 1095 carbon steel 56/58HRC
Blade finish: Black Powder Coating
Handle: CE Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 200mm.
Weight: 135g.
Sheath: Thermoplastic, multi-position, with M.O.L.L.E compatible belt attachments and button retention system
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades Professional Grade logos
Notes: Design by Iovito/Carey - The Professional Grade series with a silver-colored box identifies the American production made by Ka-Bar entrusted to Pineland Cutlery (a company founded by Spartan Blades and Ka-Bar). In this series, you can find new products that combine the typical Spartan Blades designs with the production experience of Ka-Bar to keep public prices affordable without having to give up a made in the USA production.

This is the latest knife produced in terms of time by Spartan Blades in collaboration with legendary knife maker William "Bill" Harsey Jr.

The SHF 3.25 is the knife many of you have been waiting for! A reliable 6AL4V titanium frame-lock pocket knife with a handcrafted 3.25" damascus steel blade made by Chad Nichols. Easy to carry and comfortable in the hand, this is a truly exceptional knife. Constructed like its award-winning big brother the SHF 3.25 is made entirely of 6AL-4V titanium, except for the pivot, blade and arbor.

This medium-sized folding knife features a reversible pocket clip and two thumb studs that allow it to be carried in either the right or left hand. If you are looking for a high-quality, well-designed folding knife, this is one you should consider!

Intended Use: Collector/Sportsman

Type of manufacture: MidTech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: handcrafted stainless damascus steel, by Chad Nichols
Blade treatment: -
Handle: titanium 6AL4V 
Blade length: 82.5mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2mm.
Length closed: 98.5mm.
Total length: 181mm.
Weight: 82g.
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: anodized titanium
Packaging: cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Design by William Harsey

In 1943 a battle was fought between the U.S. and Canadian First Special Service Force and German troops in Italy. Known as the Battle of Monte la Difensa, the courageous performance of the U.S. and Canadian forces on this occasion was essential to the final Allied victory in Italy.

When Canadian Special Forces commissioned Spartan Blades and master cutler William Harsey to produce a blade for them, we knew we wanted to create something special. Our goal was to create a knife that would serve the Special Forces for years to come, both in the northern woods of their homeland and in missions around the world. The result was the Spartan Harsey Difensa, named after the infamous and hard-fought victory achieved through cooperation between Canadian and U.S. forces.

The name refers to the excellent use of this custom tactical knife in the field and on the battlefield. The spearhead profile of this handcrafted knife is flat, with a tapered top edge that provides excellent tip strength, balanced penetration, and cutting power.

The full tang and handle of the Spartan Harsey Difensa allow for neutral balance in the user's hand. Combined with the ergonomic Micarta canvas handle, modified from our Model II, with no rear joints, this custom combat knife provides the griper with a comfortable and secure grip in both dry and wet conditions.

After more than 40 years of service in the U.S. Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina. Curtis, who had already been designing and drawing knives for his friends in the Special Forces for years, and Mark, who had always been involved in military and tactical equipment when he served in the "Green Berets," decide to combine their skills and passion with the goal of building innovative and functional knives using the highest quality materials and made entirely in the United States.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Production Type: Mid Tech
Country of Production: USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S45VN 59/61HRC
Blade Finish: PVD Tungsten DLC Flat Black
Handle: Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 159mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 295mm.
Balance: on the guard branch
Weight: 325g.
Sheath: thermoformed Kydex.
Packaging: cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Design by William Harsey

Model winner of the 2016 Blade Show as "American Made Knife of the Year"

The model photographed is the Limited Edition 2019

After more than 40 years of service in the US Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina.

Curtis, who for years had been designing and designing knives for friends in the special forces and Mark, who had always been involved in military equipment and tactics when he worked in the "Green Berets", decided to combine their skills and their passion with the goal to build innovative and functional knives using materials of the highest quality and made entirely in the United States.

Intended use: Collection / Sports
Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-S35VN stainless steel
Blade treatment: Stone Washed
Handle: titanium 6AL-4V
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 125mm
Total length: 225mm.
Weight: 168g.
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: in anodized titanium
Packaging: cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Design by William Harsey - 2019 limited edition anodized with engravings

Winner of the Blade Show 2016 as "American Made Knife of the Year"

After over 40 years of service in the US Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina.

Curtis, who for years has designed and designed knives for friends in special forces, and Mark, who has always been engaged in military and tactical equipment when working in the "Green Berets", decides to combine their skills and passion with the " The goal of building innovative and functional knives using high quality materials and entirely made in the United States.

Purpose: Collection / Sportsman
Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade Treatment: Black PVD
Manicure: Black PVD 6AL-4V titanium
Blade Length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed length: 125mm
Total length: 225mm.
Weight: 166g.
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: anodized titanium
Packing: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Design by William Harsey - Limited edition anodized with engravings
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Winner of the Blade Show 2016 as "American Made Knife of the Year"

After over 40 years of service in the US Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina.

Curtis, who for years has designed and designed knives for friends in special forces, and Mark, who has always been engaged in military and tactical equipment when working in the "Green Berets", decides to combine their skills and passion with the " The goal of building innovative and functional knives using high quality materials and entirely made in the United States.

Purpose: Collection / Sportsman
Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade Treatment: Black PVD
Manicure: Anodized 6AL-4V titanium
Blade Length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed length: 125mm
Total length: 225mm.
Weight: 166g.
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: stainless steel
Packing: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Design by William Harsey - Limited edition anodized with engravings
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After over 40 years of service in the US Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina.

Curtis, who for years has designed and designed knives for friends in special forces, and Mark, who has always been engaged in military and tactical equipment when working in the "Green Berets", decides to combine their skills and passion with the " The goal of building innovative and functional knives using high quality materials and entirely made in the United States.

Purpose of use: Sportsman
Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: stonewash
Manicure: Titanium 6AL-4V
Blade Length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Closed length: 100mm
Total Length: 170mm.
Weight: 81g.
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: Titanium 6AL-4V
Packing: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: GTC Alpha Ball Bearing Opening - Carson Flipper System Opening - Design by Keith Edick and Curtis Iovito

After over 40 years of service in the US Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina.

Curtis, who for years has designed and designed knives for friends in special forces, and Mark, who has always been engaged in military and tactical equipment when working in the "Green Berets", decides to combine their skills and passion with the " The goal of building innovative and functional knives using high quality materials and entirely made in the United States.

Target: Tactical / Sportsman
Type of production: industrial seeds
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: PVD
Handle: aluminum
Blade Length: 96mm.
Blade thickness: 4 mm.
Closed length: 130mm
Overall length: 222mm.
Closed thickness: 18mm
Weight: 149g.
Closure: ButtonLock
Clip: stainless steel
Packing: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Opening movement with Carson Flipper system

After over 40 years of service in the US Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina.

Curtis, who for years has designed and designed knives for friends in special forces, and Mark, who has always been engaged in military and tactical equipment when working in the "Green Berets", decides to combine their skills and passion with the " The goal of building innovative and functional knives using high quality materials and entirely made in the United States.

Target: Tactical / Sportsman
Type of production: industrial seeds
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: Stonewash
Handle: aluminum
Blade Length: 96mm.
Blade thickness: 4 mm.
Closed length: 130mm
Overall length: 222mm.
Closed thickness: 18mm
Weight: 149g.
Closure: ButtonLock
Clip: stainless steel
Packing: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Opening movement with Carson Flipper system

Purpose: Tactical / Sports

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Stainless Steel CPM-S35VN
Blade Treatment: Tungsten DLC PVD Flat Black
Handle: Titanium and G10
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2mm.
Total length: 216mm.
Weight: 149g.
Blocking System: Frame Lock with Lock Bar Stabilizer system by Rick Hinderer
Clip: Stainless Steel
Package : carton box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: : Design by Iovito / Carey

Spartan Blades - Phrike - Self-Defense Utility Black - Knife

** WARNING: OTHER THAN AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTO PRODUCT IS AVAILABLE ONLY WITH KYDEX SHEATH**

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59/60HRC
Treatment Blade: SpartaCoat - PVD - DLC
Handle: G-10
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 215mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balance: -
Weight: 115g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Kydex
Packaging: -
Notes: Design by Iovito / Carey

SpartaCoat - PVD - DLC

Spartan Blades - Phrike - Self-Defense Utility Desert - Knife

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59/60HRC
Treatment Blade: Flat Dark Earth SpartaCoat
Handle: G-10
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 215mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balance: -
Weight: 115g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Kydex
Packaging: -
Notes: Design by Iovito / Carey

Spartan Blades - Ares - Black Canvas Micarta - Knife

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59/60HRC
Treatment Blade: Black SpartaCoat
Handle: Canvas Micarta with 3D machining
Blade length: 136mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 267mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balance: -
Weight: 191g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Nylon, with attacks SPRINGS
Packaging: -
Notes: Design by Iovito / Carey

Spartan Blades - HARSEY Model II - Green Canvas Micarta - Knife

Intended use: Tactical / Military

Production Type: Semi-Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59 / 60HRC
Treatment Lama: Black SpartaCoat
Handle: Canvas Micarta with 3D machining
Blade length: 155mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 292mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 327g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Nylon, with attacks SPRINGS
Packaging: -
Notes: Design by William HARSEY Jr.

Target: Tactical / Military

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Blade Production: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN 59 / 60HRC
Blade Treatment: Black SpartaCoat
Manicure: Micarta Canvas with 3D machining
Blade Length: 130mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Closed length: -
Total length: 254mm.
Closure thickness: -
Balance: -
Weight: 217g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: in Nylon, with MOLLE attachments
Packing: -
Notes: Design by Lovito / Carey