
View our photo gallery of fixed-blade knives that appeared in the June issue of POLICE Magazine. We covered 10 of these knives in a feature article; this gallery presents all the photos and information about these knives, as well as a bonus knife that didn't appear in print. The full article is "Fixed-Blade Knives for Duty."
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Many of the fixed blades built for law enforcement are designed for heavy-duty applications: cutting seat belts and harnesses, hacking through underbrush, breaking windows, prying open doors (not recommended), or they can even be used to puncture liquid containers. These uses will generally destroy any pocket knife you might carry.
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The five-inch, 5160 high-carbon steel blade measures 0.25 inches wide and stretches 10.228 inches in length. The TFI's blade is coated with a black texture powder coat for protection and concealment.
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SOG Specialty Knives and Tools has launched a limited edition fixed-blade knife and folder with actor R. Lee Ermey called "The Gunny Series." Only 1,000 serialized knives of each version will be released. The knives are the first to be co-designed by Ermey and Spencer Frazer, SOG's founder and chief designer.
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Benchmade Knives has introduced the 470 Emmisary, a lightweight folder with an AXIS assist locking mechanism and safety. The knife arrives with a clip-point S30V stainless steel blade that is three inches in length, giving the knife a nearly 7-inch length when fully open.
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The Mark I features a 5 1/8-inch blade and measures 9 3/16 inches overall. Offered with a leather or Kraton handle, the Mark I is available with either a straight or serrated edge in 1095 Cro-Van.
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Colonial Knife Co.'s Quick Flick Series knives feature a patented assisted opening design, liner lock, ambidextrous blade opening, and a pocket clip that attaches to either side of the knife. Blades are made of 440A stainless steel, Rockwell hardness 58 60 C, and the cutting edge is guaranteed to remain sharp for the life of the knife.
Read More →Despite its size and weight (10 ounces), the Satu carries and handles just as well as if not better than a folding knife that's approximately a third smaller. The look, the feel, and overall construction of the Satu folder is very pleasing to the eye.
Read More →The Buck/TOPS CSAR-T folder also has a superbly ergonomic rugged Rocky Mountain Tread G10 handle, giving the knife an overall length of 8.2 inches and hefty 8.6-ounce weight. The CSAR-T folder has some heft, making it rugged enough to be used in the most demanding applications.
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Building on the success of the original Covert Automatic, Gerber's Mini Covert Auto is a small, light, yet strong tactical auto knife with everyday carry capabilities. It weighs 2.1 ounces and measures 6.5 inches when open, 3.8 inches when closed.
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