If you're looking for a quality survival knife packed with features at a reasonable price, look no further than the Les Stroud Ultimate Survival Knife, by Camillus Cutlery. We'll go over the specs of each component and a description of the features.
The knife is 10" inches in overall length, weight is 7.6 oz and 11.5 ounces with the sheath. It features a 4.75" inch, full tang, 440A grade Stainless Steel blade. The blade is bonded with Carbonitride Titanium for increased strength, blade sharpness and friction resistance. It's also partially serrated, has a drop point and is non-stick coated. The most important part of any survival knife is the blade and this one doesn't skimp on features.
The handle is brightly colored and easy to spot if you lie it down. The rubberized material feels good in the hand and promotes a good grip on the knife. At the bottom of the handle is a steel pommel for tapping or hammering and it has a built-in lanyard hole.A nice feature of the knife handle is that whatever position you hold it in, whether it be cutting, sawing or hammering - the handle is altered slightly to fit that grip and still not interfere with the other grip positions. It literally feels natural in any grip position. It is clear that a lot of planning went into the design. Not all survival knives put that much forethought into how it actually fits in your hand with in each application. It's a nice touch and speaks volumes about the quality and craftsmanship of this knife.The sheath is comprised of nylon and plastic, including a lock and strap to keep the knife secure. The outside of the sheath has a built in ceramic knife sharpener and a mirror for attracting help, as well as a whistle and fire starter. A cord and flashlight are tucked inside and there are various compartments for holding other things you might need.
Surviving in the wild takes preparation. With the Les Stroud Ultimate Survival Knife, you'll be ready for whatever Mother Nature has in store.
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