A traditional Japanese blade style and contemporary tactical design commingle in the Strafe fixed blade knife. Renowned CRKT knifemaker Lucas Burnley is the brains behind this field utility tool. The blade is a tanto-drop-point fusion, with a full tang and non-reflective stonewash finish. A diamond cross section handle rises in the middle to fill your hand for an extra secure grip. Tuck the J-hook sheath around your belt or on your bag to keep the Strafe by your side at all times.

Why choose this knife?

• Modified tanto blade shape has immense piercing strength
• Spine jimping improves blade control
• Stonewash finish hides cosmetic damage
• Honeycomb textured scales prevent knife rotating in your hand
• Kydex sheath is compatible with Tek-Lok and static cord carry

Why not?

• Shallow belly decreases slicing capability
• Hollow ground edge requires frequent re-sharpening
• No guard for hand protection

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Pro tip:
The tanto knife blade takes its name and shape from the traditional Japanese tanto sword, originally designed to pierce armor in battle. The front edge of the blade meets the back at an angle, rather than a curve, maintaining its spine thickness almost all the way to the tip. This removes the blade’s belly, but creates an extra strong point, ideal for thrust cuts and piercing.