For its price, the Mil-Tec Fire Brigade does the job as an emergency car knife. It fits well in the hand, is easy to open with one hand, and is sharp enough out of the box. However, the build quality can be inconsistent – screws may come loose or the glass breaker may fall off. It's OK for occasional use, but probably not for heavy-duty work.
Mil-Tec Fire Brigade Rescue Folding Knife Red
A folding rescue knife featuring a practical glass breaker and belt cutter. Engineered for reliable performance in both daily tasks and emergency scenarios. The blade utilizes 440A stainless steel, while the handle is crafted from aluminum.
Stainless steel blade, serrated edge
The spear-point blade crafted from 440A stainless steel offers exceptional corrosion resistance and is simple to resharpen. A partially serrated edge enables efficient cutting of fabric and rope. The blade features a black matte coating, effectively reducing glare.
Liner Lock
A reliable and time-tested Liner Lock mechanism secures the blade in place. Deployment is achieved via a thumb stud on the blade or a flipper, which additionally functions as a cross guard to protect the hand from sliding onto the blade.
aluminum handle and carrying clip
Aluminum handle scales feature textured, non-slip grooves that provide a reliable grip. A spring clip allows for convenient pocket carry, while the front handle scale is adorned with a fire department emblem.
Main features
- Features a glass breaker and an integrated belt cutter for emergency situations
- Blade crafted from 440A stainless steel with a partial serration for versatile cutting tasks
- Secured by a reliable Liner Lock mechanism
- Easy one-handed deployment using the thumb disc or flipper
- Aluminum handle adorned with a fire department insignia
- Equipped with a metal pocket clip for convenient carry
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Mil-Tec.
Mil-Tec is a brand founded by Sturm Handels GmbH, which has specialized in the production and distribution of outdoor and tactical clothing and equipment since 1971. Based on its experience in working with military surplus and developing its own modern solutions, such as the civilian Phantomleaf® camouflage line, the company has gained a reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality equipment at an attractive price. The brand cares about ethical standards in the countries of production, actively supporting the "Social Fair" initiative. An interesting fact is that the company offers replicas of historical uniforms and military equipment, which are highly valued by collectors and reenactors.
| Type | Folder |
|---|---|
| Style | Rescue |
| Blade length | 83 mm |
| Blade thickness | 3 mm |
| Blade profile | Spear-point |
| Blade edge | Partially serrated |
| Blunt resistance | Medium |
| Corrosion resistance | Very good |
| Lock type | Liner Lock |
| Overall length | 202 mm |
| Main color | Red |
| Blade material | 440A |
| Opening method | Thumb disc and flipper |
| Handle | Aluminum |
| Clip for carrying | Yes |
| Holster included | No |
| Weight | 145 g |
| EAN | 4046872419911 |
| Manufacturer code | 15306510 |
| Brand | Mil-Tec |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 19
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The glass breaker twisted/loosened and fell off after 3 days, I accidentally sharpened my pants with the knife clipped to my pocket, unfortunately it did not survive washing and drying in the dryer, the screws kept tightening, and the knife fell apart. On the plus side, it fits comfortably in the hand, opens and closes well, sharpened a stick for a campfire, opened a can, chopped off a fish head beautifully... Washing machine and dryer stopped unscathed.
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A good knife for its price category. Solid workmanship. I had to get used to handling it quickly and efficiently. Big plus for its nice appearance and color, which makes it very easy to locate.
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For this price, the knife is very good. Well made, doesn't get dull very quickly, but I don't recommend cutting thicker sticks or things like that with it. Other than that, I recommend it.
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Handy, good quality, I keep it in the first aid kit. Can be opened with one hand, the lock holds, and once you get used to it, closing it with one hand is also easy and quick to put away.
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The knife is well made and sits nicely in the hand. The opening mechanism is quite convenient because the blade can be opened with one hand. It has fallen into sand a few times and the opening mechanism still worked, sometimes I just had to remove a bigger stone that got between the blade and the housing. The only downside in my opinion is that the glass breaker unscrews and if you don’t notice, it’s easy to lose it. For this price, I recommend it. (Attachment shows the unscrewed glass breaker)
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Nice knife, looks good. Appropriate weight, can be opened with one hand. The liner lock works very well. Handy and sharp. I didn't rate the seatbelt cutter and glass breaker : )
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+ Nice appearance. + Solid construction. + Great for work and everyday use. - The glass breaker was loose at first, but after tightening it's fine. -/+ If it were about 2 cm longer (1 cm blade and 1 cm serrated), I would call it perfect.
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The knife is made of good material, for such a low price it works very well, it is sharp and easy to open with one hand. Ideal for car equipment.
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The knife is made to a high standard, looks solid and is solid, the blade does not wobble to the sides as happens with cheaper knives. The only thing that is not well made is the device for opening the knife with one hand: after a few openings the ring loosened and fell off, the visible screw was poorly glued. Such a small defect spoils the whole look of the knife.
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The knife's quality is fantastic considering the price. It unfolds smoothly without any jams and is already well-sharpened. I recommend it and would definitely buy it again.
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The knife is really well made, sharp, the opening mechanism works very quickly and smoothly, there’s nothing to complain about, it sits in the car’s glove compartment just in case. Hopefully it will never be needed.
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Unfortunately, I am dissatisfied with the knife. After a few days, the thumb stud on the spine of the blade fell off. The red coating on the handle wears off very easily. On the plus side, the blade is indeed sharp, and the glass breaker and seatbelt cutter are standard features for a rescue knife. It's fine to keep in the car among soft items or at home as a display, but for frequent use, the entire housing will wear out before the blade becomes dull.
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Bought as car equipment for a long trip. The price-to-quality ratio (very low price) is decent, but the knife is of poor quality. It's about the mechanism. My piece during the first test uses didn't lock properly and could be folded even though it seemed locked. This basically disqualifies the knife, as it can easily cause serious hand injuries. Fortunately, after "playing" with the mechanism for a quarter of an hour and "breaking it in", the knife started to work properly. I kept the knife as I didn’t have time to return it before the trip, but I wouldn’t buy it again and I advise against buying it due to the high risk.
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The knife's quality is great and the price is very good. It has a built-in seatbelt cutter and glass breaker, which is a big plus. It's worth always carrying it with you, as it can come in handy in emergency situations. I recommend it.
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