US Space Force KA-BAR Fighting Knife

Space Force Fighting Knife

This is the KA-BAR fighting and utility knife in the colors of the US Space Force: a grey-coated clip-point blade, a blue grip and a matching grey hard sheath. It keeps the ringed handle, straight guard and fullered blade of the classic KA-BAR pattern and updates the materials and carry system. It suits collectors of KA-BAR service editions and anyone who wants a full-size fixed blade for camp, field and general cutting work.

Features

• 7-Inch Clip-Point Blade — The spine dips toward the tip in a clip point, which gives a fine, controllable point for piercing and detail work while leaving plenty of belly for slicing.
• 1095 Cro-Van Carbon Steel — A high-carbon steel with added chromium and vanadium, chosen because it takes a keen edge and is straightforward to resharpen in the field.
• Grey Powder Coating — A baked-on finish covers the blade to cut glare and give carbon steel a layer of protection against rust.
• Plain Edge With Fuller — A straight, unserrated edge runs the full length, and the long groove ground into the flat (the fuller) lightens the blade without weakening it.
• Blue Kraton G Handle — Kraton G is a firm, rubber-like polymer, and its stacked ring grooves give your hand something to lock onto, with or without gloves.
• Steel Guard And Pommel — A straight crossguard stops your hand sliding onto the edge, and the flat grey butt cap closes off the end of the grip.
• Space Force Markings — The blade is stamped KA-BAR on one side and SPACE on the other, so the edition is clear at a glance.
• MOLLE-Compatible Hard Sheath — Slots along the grey sheath accept MOLLE straps, the rows of webbing used to mount gear on vests and packs, as well as Tek-Lok style belt clips.
• Thumb-Press Retention — The sheath holds the knife with an active release you press with your thumb to draw, backed up by a snap strap over the handle.
• Standard Belt Loop — A black nylon loop with a grey buckle lets the sheath ride on an ordinary belt with no extra hardware.

Blade, Handle And Sheath

Overall length is 11.75 inches, with 7 inches of that in the blade, so this is a full-size fixed blade rather than a compact carry knife. The knife is made by KA-BAR in New York, USA, from 1095 Cro-Van steel with a grey powder coat and a blue Kraton G grip. The included hard plastic sheath carries it on a belt, on MOLLE webbing or on a Tek-Lok style mount, depending on how you set up your kit.