A Hori Hori is a hand tool, often used for gardening. It offers both serrated and straight blades as well as a twine cutter and bottle opener. The reverse of the stainless steel blade has inch depth marks and is concave shaped for use as a rudimentary digging tool. The handle is bamboo and topped off with a steel pommel which can be used as to pound.
Columbia, SC, December 28, 2015 – Panteao Productions introduces the new MRTK made exclusively for Panteao by Battle Horse Knives. It was developed with the combined input of Dan Coppins of Battle Horse Knives and the instructors from the Panteao Make Ready to Survive Series. The goal was to create a workhorse of a knife that could handle a wide range of uses and scenarios. The MRTK does just that and then some.
Dan Coppins is Co-Owner of Battle Horse Knives and has been an avid hunter for over forty years. Dan has three children and six grandchildren that he enjoys passing on his hunting and outdoor knowledge to. Dan also enjoys making and designing knives that will bring his company to the next level.
“We were introduced to Dan by instructors from the Panteao Survival Series and I was extremely impressed with his work and attention to detail,” said Fernando Coelho, president of Panteao Productions. Fernando continued, “His no nonsense approach to knives and knife making inspired us to film a video on selecting a knife and during those discussions, the MRKT came about. I’m very happy with the way it came out. It truly is a beast.”
The blade is made from 0-1 Tool Steel. It’s an oil hardening (cold work) steel that provides deep hardening and high toughness properties. It’s one of the most forgiving of any knife steel and produces blades of excellent quality. The MRTK features a full tang design for maximum strength and durability. The blade itself is a saber grind. That type of grind is known for being strong, heavy-duty, and good for handling a wide range of tough jobs. Everything from field dressing game to splitting wood, the MRTK can tackle it. You also get great control with the secondary convex edge of the blade. The spine of the knife has a 90 degree angle which is ideal for creating tinder or making a spark with a rock or ferrocerium rod. The handle is made from a combination of dark red G-10 and black Micarta, attached with brass & stainless steel Bird’s Eye Bolts and Heavy Duty Epoxy. The finger groove helps give you a solid and secure grip and the overall shape of the handle helps reduce the chance of hot spots in your hand after extended use. A 3/8” lanyard hole is perfect for paracord, leather, or cordage. To secure the MRKT and keep it within easy reach is the Kydex sheath with a leather backer. The knife is secured in place within the sheath with a thumb lock system. Pull the lock up and the knife is secure in the sheath. Push it down and you have access to your knife. The leather backer helps make your sheath quiet when moving around.
Hardcore Hardware Australia has released the CTT-O1 Compact Tactical Tomahawk. It is a compact Tomahawk designed as a multipurpose tool suited for MOE, CQB, Rescue, and Survival. The CTT-01 is constructed from D2 tool steel with a low-viz Teflon coating, and G10 grip scales. It features a large cutting head and a tanto spike for prying and penetration. The handle pomel features a lanyard hole for attachment to a carabiner or rope fastening point. The CTT-01 also comes with an ambidextrous Kydex sheath with pre-fitted Molle-Loks for mounting to most popular assault platforms.
Invictus MIL-LE Edition Precision CNCed and Ground, High Performance Duty Folding Knife Made in USA
At the start of this 2015 Winter Season, San Francisco based specialty outdoor products company Prometheus Design Werx debuts their Invictus MILLE Edition coil sprung folding knife. Designed and produced for the (MILLE) Military and Law Enforcement user in mind, this folder’s blade is quickly deployed with only one hand via a GID inlaid push button and backed by a sliding safety to prevent accidental activation. This uncompromising build features a convex and fully contoured type III hard anodized, aerospace grade T6061 alloy handle precision milled on a multiaxis CNC, subdued deep ride pocket clip, handle fullers & jimping, grooved thumbramp, lanyard slots, and a high grade industrial tumbled finish on an all purpose 3.5” modified spear point 154CM blade. Produced entirely in the USA.
The Invictus MIL-LE Edition is the first production iteration of this signature, purpose driven, folding knife design from Prometheus Design Werx. The 1st production run is limited to 100 serial numbered pieces.
The Design and R&D Team at PDW states:
“The PDW Invictus MIL-LE Edition is our distinctive and iconic folding knife pattern produced with our Military and Law Enforcement customers specifically in mind. A superlative edged tool without compromise made for those who serve and protect.
Precision CNCed and ground in the USA, our Invictus folder design is an instantly recognizable aesthetic and styling, characteristic of a purpose driven, lifelong design direction, and ethos. This folder is inspired by and takes its design cues from the tried and trued millennia old spear point blade silhouettes, to the tapered capsule shapes of streamlined arcs of aerospace, and the purposeful fluting and texturing of the modern machine age as found in high grade tools to precision barrels. This MIL-LE Edition has a fast, powerful coil spring for rapid one-handed blade deployment when seconds count. This folder is a high standard automatic for users that need speed and accessibility when on patrol and on duty. This is one of the finest production automatic folders currently made in the USA.”
The Invictus MIL-LE Edition will be available to purchase by qualifying personnel today via their website, prometheusdesignwerx.com.
This training Shiv is a great idea from Brainstorm CanAm. It gives positive feedback to students from an all-top-common threat to Law Enforcement and Corrections Officers.
A graduated pressure spring embedded into the handle allows the rubber “blade” to retract upon impact then instantly return to the ready position. A soft tip, with marker, will illustrate your hits during realistic training. It is the rare event that the defender is not cut or stabbed in a knife attack. The SHIV allows you to practice real life techniques and preserve a margin of safety in you scenarios. After attack first aid and real world discussion of the “injuries” adds realism to your classes.
I got a chance to check these knives and lights out during a recent media event in Phoenix. I really like the knives and they will be popular thanks to their features and price.
Here are some closer photos depicting features.
I didn’t get much time with the lights. It was broad daylight and we had lots to go over.
However, I have got to say that this integrated finger loop is impressive.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 12, 2015
Introducing First Tactical Knives and Flashlights, Available Now At FirstTactical.com.
First Tactical’s knives exceed the needs of public safety professionals. Under stress, and when performance matters, you don’t have to look or feel for anything — First Tactical knives reliably perform.
The Diamondback Knife Tanto (pictured) is designed for better grip and control. First Tactical’s Thumb Bridge Technology optimizes the opening grip for maximized force, precision, and comfort while working with the blade choils for fine-detail cutting.
The Viper Knife Spear is the ideal compact utility knife for daily needs. The curved blade makes it ideal for the work that Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS professions require daily.
Featuring two brightness settings, the Medium Duty Light (pictured) is the brightest of First Tactical’s flashlights boasting 274 Lumen while using the “High” setting. This mid-sized, durable flashlight is heavy duty enough to withstand nightly field use, and a durable clip enables easy attachment to pockets and kit.
Watch | Stanislaus Sheriff Adam Christianson on StanCoPal + First Tactical
Throughout the month of December, First Tactical will donate 10% of all sales to the Stanislaus County Police Activities League. StanCoPal has been doing incredible work with the youth in our community and we are honored to help them with their cause.
We sent the First Tactical video team to meet with Stanislaus Sheriff Adam Christianson, who discussed the importance of groups like PAL and all they do for the community. Watch the full video here.
Being a Modesto-based company, staying active in the community is very important to First Tactical. The Costa Family’s efforts in the community are well documented. Their latest “Thanks-for-Giving” event was a huge success as multiple families in need were given a proper Thanksgiving dinner. Members of First Tactical, StanCoPal, Modesto P.D. and The Salvation Army fed nearly 800 dinners to people in need.