Ka-Bar Short Tanto Black Fixed Blade Knife
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A compact, shortened edition of the Ka-Bar 1245 - Black Tanto knife.
Featuring a hidden tang design, the blade is forged from a single piece of premium 1095 Cro-Van carbon steel. The satin-smooth blade, distinguished by its tanto profile, benefits from a black matte coating that minimizes glare and provides corrosion resistance.
A generously sized cross guard ensures protection against accidental hand contact with the blade. The handle, crafted from Kraton, offers a secure, non-slip grip.
A black leather sheath is included with the knife.
Technical data
Steel: 1095 Cro-Van, 56-58 HRC
Blade length: 133 mm
Blade thickness: 4.25 mm
Handle: Kraton
Overall length: 235 mm
Weight: 170 g
Manufacturer: Ka-Bar, USA
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Ka-Bar is a brand whose history dates back to the late 19th century, and which gained real fame during World War II, when the Fighting Utility model was officially adopted by the US Marine Corps. The durable and versatile knife quickly became legendary, proving itself both in combat and in the daily tasks of soldiers. The name Ka-Bar itself comes from the 1920s, when a trapper described in a letter how he managed to “kill a bear” with a Union Cutlery knife. In 1952, wanting to emphasize the power of this symbol, the company officially changed its name to Ka-Bar Knives Inc., and its products are still considered a model of reliability today. An important chapter in the brand's history is also its collaboration with Ethan Becker, which resulted in the Becker series, highly valued by users, combining practical solutions with a modern approach to knife design.
| Type | Fixed blade |
|---|---|
| Style | Military-tactical |
| Blade length | 133 mm |
| Blade thickness | 4.25 mm |
| Blade profile | Tanto |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Good |
| Corrosion resistance | Low |
| Lock type | Fixed blade |
| Overall length | 235 mm |
| Blade material | 1095 Cro-Van |
| Opening method | Fixed blade |
| Handle | Kraton Elastomer |
| Clip for carrying | No |
| Holster included | Yes |
| Weight | 170 g |
| EAN | 617717212543 |
| Manufacturer code | 1989 |
| Brand | Ka-Bar |
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