The Za-Pas WZ.25 Grom knife was designed by Militaria.pl in consultation with soldiers and outdoor enthusiasts, and its production was entrusted to the renowned Polish Za-Pas manufactory. It is a durable tactical knife with a 15-centimeter Clip-Point blade and a Full Tang construction. The knife’s main asset is the blade made of excellent Swedish Sleipner steel, which has undergone professional heat treatment.
The knife comes in the special Limited Edition 2026 version limited to 50 pieces. It stands out with a new, more durable sheath made of Kydex, ergonomically shaped handle scales made of orange G10 laminate, the included Za-Pas Mig-Mag flint, which allows effective fire starting in all conditions, as well as a special notch on the blade ricasso designed for striking sparks. Each piece additionally has an individually engraved serial number together with the model name on the tang.
A proposition both for collectors and for people looking for a durable and reliable fixed-blade knife that will perform excellently during field work, regardless of the prevailing conditions.
The WZ.25 Grom Plus Kydex Limited Edition 2026 model is made from a single piece of Sleipner tool steel developed by the Swedish steelworks Uddeholm. This steel combines above-average abrasion resistance with high resistance to cracking and chipping, which is a difficult-to-achieve yet highly desirable combination for a knife intended for heavy work and combat. Additionally, this steel is much less susceptible to corrosion than typical low-alloy tool steels. The name Sleipner comes from Norse mythology - it was the name of the magical eight-legged mount ridden by Odin, the god of war and warriors.
The Clip-Point blade with a length of 147 mm has been hardened to 59 +/-1 HRC and finished with a black textured coating providing additional protection against corrosion. The blade features a flat grind reaching halfway up the blade height, which, combined with the spine thickness of 4.2 mm, ensures high durability while maintaining optimal cutting properties. The thickened tip profile significantly reduces the risk of breakage. On the spine, where the thumb rests, there is jimping facilitating control over the blade during cutting. The minimal, single-sided cross guard does not interfere during work and, together with the index finger choil, sufficiently protects the hand even during strong thrusts.
The handle consists of ergonomically shaped scales screwed to the tang, made of durable and mechanically damage-resistant G10 laminate. The rough texture of the scales ensures a secure grip, even when the hand is dirty or wet. At the end of the handle there is a so-called lanyard hole, allowing a safety cord to be threaded through.
On the upper surface of the blade tang running through the handle, an engraved serial number together with the model designation has been placed.
The knife comes with a Za-Pas Mig-Mag flint generating a large stream of sparks. The flint allows effective fire starting, making it suitable not only for camping and outdoor trips, but also for emergency situations. It can be used to light, for example, a gas stove, a camping stove or a campfire, which is a source of heat and makes it possible to prepare a meal away from home. The rod measuring 9.5 x 67 mm makes it possible to strike sparks with a much larger surface area (compared to smaller models), allowing fire starting even up to 3000 times. During striking, sparks at a temperature of 3000 degrees Celsius are produced, which, when falling onto previously prepared tinder, ignite a flame even during severe frost or torrential rain.
Effective use of the flint with the knife is enabled by a special notch placed on the blade ricasso, shaped to fit the rod, allowing sparks to be struck without the risk of damaging the cutting edge.
The set includes a rigid sheath made of lightweight and damage-resistant Kydex material. Holes and grommets placed on each side of the sheath allow multi-position attachment to equipment. The nylon belt loop has been attached to the sheath with a steel fin, ensuring high stability and durability of the entire construction.
