This knife has been in my collection for a long time and although it is not an original USMC knife, visually Mil-Tec did a great job. The leather used looks very nice and also smells pleasant. On the downside, unfortunately, the tang is very narrow, and the blade does not perfectly reflect the original. Despite these drawbacks, for its price, the knife is a very nice addition to the collection.
A classic combat knife model inspired by the legendary American Ka-Bar 1217 USMC, originally designed to meet the requirements of the US Army during World War II. Exhibiting outstanding performance in both military and civilian scenarios, it has earned the designation as an iconic knife thanks to its remarkable versatility and the use of carefully chosen materials.
Built with a full tang design, the knife boasts a Clip-Point blade crafted from robust and resilient 440 stainless steel. The blade features a matte black coating that safeguards against corrosion and minimizes reflections. A fuller—an elongated, shallow groove—runs along the blade, enhancing its rigidity while also reducing overall weight.
A double-sided, precisely contoured cross guard ensures the user’s hand remains safely away from the blade. The ergonomically profiled handle is wrapped in non-slip bull hide, which improves grip security and offers excellent user comfort.
A steel tang at the knife’s rear end serves multiple purposes, functioning as a field hammer, a striking tool, or a glass breaker.
Secured with a durable leather sheath with a snap closure, the knife can be conveniently attached to belts up to 5 cm wide.
Technical data
Blade length: 175 mm
Blade thickness: 3.5 mm
Steel: stainless 440
Handle: leather
Overall length: 305 mm
Weight: 300 g
Manufacturer: Mil-Tec, Germany
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 | Fixed blade |
|---|---|
| Style | Military-tactical |
| Blade length | 175 mm |
| Blade thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Blade profile | Clip-Point |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Low |
| Corrosion resistance | Very good |
| Lock type | Fixed blade |
| Overall length | 305 mm |
| Blade material | 440 |
| Opening method | Fixed blade |
| Handle | Leather |
| Clip for carrying | No |
| Holster included | Yes |
| Weight | 305 g |
| EAN | 4046872183485 |
| Manufacturer code | 15367000 |
| Brand | Mil-Tec |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 18
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Average knife. The handle is carelessly made; in some places there are defects, smeared with some kind of varnish, and in others sloppily sanded. Although the defects in the finish of the handle are not immediately noticeable, there are quite a few of them. The lower wedge falls out of the knife; I recommend removing it, spreading some glue, and putting it back in. The knife is not very sharp, so it needs to be sharpened, but overall it's good for forest use, so for 130 PLN it may do.
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A knife perfect for everything, good for opening packages, cutting meat, and I think it could even handle wood. The knife barely dulls at all; the last time I sharpened it was when I bought it, and after a few months it hasn’t noticeably lost its sharpness.
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The biggest advantage of this knife is its appearance. My piece had a defect on the handle, but it doesn't interfere with use. It's well suited for putting on a shelf.
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Looks like a solid replica of a legend. However, I wouldn’t treat it like American soldiers treated their KA-BARs during World War II. Opening ammo cans, puncturing barrels, and using the pommel as a hammer. This construction might not withstand that. I recommend it for a collection but not for heavy work.
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Well-made large knife, works well in the field.
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A mega high-quality knife, and the size itself also makes an impression. I RECOMMEND IT!
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Great knife. Large and solid, well made. I recommend it. The store, as always, is flawless.
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Good machete, bigger than I expected, you can sometimes use it as a cleaver for less hard things.
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Very good. I recommend it.
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It is huge and solid, I recommend it.
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Seems solid. Fits well in the hand.
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In the knife I bought, the cap at the end of the tang started falling off very quickly. There's a small cylinder (wedge) there that comes out. A bit of glue solves the problem. Blade is fine.
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Great knife. I recommend it.
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The appearance is impressive.
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