First Tactical’s New Fixed Blade: the Scorpion Tanto

California-based First Tactical continues to roll out new products at price points your average first responder will prob'ly be comfortable with. Their latest offering is a minimalist fixed blade called the Scorpion Knife Tanto. As it weighs in below 3oz (including the sheath), this might be worthy of consideration as ahideaway blade.

Industry News: First Tactical Releases New Fixed Blade: Scorpion Tanto

Here's what they tell us about it:

The Scorpion Knife Tanto is the ideal backup knife or boot knife and a perfect addition to your everyday carry needs. The knife is small and lightweight and features Level I or II locking options. The locking mechanism is easy to remove for cleaning allowing your blade to withstand nightly field use.

Whether you need a Level I tension fit sheath or a Level II sheath with a locking mechanism, the Scorpion Knife Tanto will stay in place until deployment is needed.

The index finger locator is strategically placed and easily found allowing users to quickly deploy the knife when in need.

The Scorpion Knife has lightening cuts throughout for maximum weight savings preventing it from bouncing around when on the move.

Other specifications include:
Blade: AUS8 steel
Blade Type: Modified tanto
Sheath: FRN
Overall length: 4.92in / 125mm
Blade thickness: 1.22in / 31mm
Weight (with sheath): 2.8oz
Weight (without sheath): 1.6oz

For more information, you can visit First Tactical online here

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