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Fixed-Blade Knives

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."

June 22, 2011

Weapons

Fixed-Blade Knives for Duty

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.

June 21, 2011

Weapons

Ontario Knife Introduces the Ranger Task Force Infidel (TFI)

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.

June 13, 2011

Weapons

SOG and R. Lee Ermey Introduce Limited 'Gunny Series' Knives

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.

May 16, 2011

Weapons

Benchmade Introduces 470 Emmisary

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.

May 5, 2011

Weapons

Ka-Bar Knives Redesigns Iconic Mark I WWII Knife

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.

April 28, 2011

Weapons

Quick Flick Series

Colonial Knife Co.

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.

March 29, 2011

Weapons

Knife Review: Grayman Satu Folder

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.

March 29, 2011

Weapons

Knife Review: Buck/TOPS CSAR-T Folder

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.

March 22, 2011

Weapons

Covert Automatic Folding Knife

Gerber

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.

February 17, 2011

Weapons

Benchmade To Bring H&K Soldat Folder

The folder weighs 2.8 ounces and will be available in a black-coated finish. The blade is made from corrosion-resistant steel and opens via a manual push-button locking mechanism with thumb-hole opener.

February 7, 2011

Special Units

SHOT Show 2011: Benchmade Brings 915 Triage Utility Knife

The utility knife is ideal for cutting seat belts, clothing, boots or tape, according to a rep at the Benchmade booth. An ambidextrous thumb-stud opener deploys a modified sheepsfoot-style blade, which is made from corrosion-resistant steel.

January 18, 2011