Newest Blade from KOA !

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This is a KNIVES OF ALASKA DEFENSE/SURVIVAL KNIFE. MODEL 376FG. It Is NEW. This is the Long Awaited Brand New Model Defense and Survival Knife. There are two key rules to coming out on top in an emergency; One, Never Panic; and Two, Have the Right Gear and Knowledge to overcome the challenge. KNIVES OF ALASKA designed this knife Specifically For Emergency Situations. You can Chop, Slice and Cut, Stab, Hammer, or Pry With This Knife. The Butt of the Handle can be used to hammer and has and integral lanyard loop. The Removeable Handles have Machined Pockets to Store fire starting material, matches, fish hooks, monofilament line, medicine or other items specific to your situation. The Nylon Sheath is Kydex Lines and has a Large Pocket to Hold multi Tools or other items. The Sheath has a Removeable Quick Release Drop Loop and a Removeable Quick Release Leg Strap and Both are Fully Adjustable. The Sheath also has a Conventional Belt Loop that is Adjustable. The Back of the Sheath also has Webbing Straps so that the Sheath is MOLLE Compatible and can be Attached to Packs, Survival Vests and Other Gear. An Allen Tool is also provided to remove the handle scales. The Blade is Drop Point Style.It is made from D2(also available is S30v) Tool Steel hardened to Rockwell 60-61. It has a Double Draw Temper and Cryogenic Deep Freeze Treatment. The Blade Length is 6.00 ( 5.75 from plunge to tip) Inches. The Blade Thickness is 0.165 Inches. Overall Knife Length is 11.50 Inches. The Blade has a Ceramic Peened Hunter's Non Glare Finish. The Handle has a Full Tang with Removeable Desert Tan Micarta Scales. The Knife Weighs 8.2 Ounces. It comes Complete with the Survival Sheath and Handle Tool
I really like the looks of this new offering..after I get a few customs paid for ,I am going to order one....now gotta decide S30v or D2 ?
 
Of those two steels I'd go S30V. It is easier to sharpen as well as taking and holding a very crisp edge, especialy for stainless steel. I have seen too many blade failures in D2 to feel comfortable trusting it at all. The deciding factor will be how good KOA is at the heat treating of these blades since that is the factor which makes or breaks either of these steels.
 
Knife looks great, but what I really like is the modular sheath. Factory sheaths usually leave a lot to be desired, but that one looks perfect.
 
I love the S30v but I have a few KOA D2 blades and I really like the way KOA do there D2. only about $5 difference in price between the S30v & D2,I might buy both...LOL if my cash flow is cooperating :D the Alpha wolf is D2 and one of my Favorite knives but needs rehandled,the rubber grip is to thin for my taste but an excellent razor sharp piece of D2 that throws sparks like crazy from a firesteel and comes with a quality leather sheath.
 
Darn you, now I will have to check into those:D IMO KOA are very underestimated. They are great quality knives and I can say for sure that their customer service is absolutely amazing. KOA D2 is unbeatable and although I am not a scientist, I know they use their own special process for doing the D2 steel. Again IMO there is no better quality knives at any price than KOA.

Is this one available now? If so where? I have the 10 inch D2 Camp/Trail knife. Indestructible.
 
udtjim said:
Is this one available now? If so where? I have the 10 inch D2 Camp/Trail knife. Indestructible.
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udtjim, I'd sure like to see a review of the trail knife. I have looked at that thing long and hard for a long time!
 
That's a cool looking blade. I might have to get one.

I agree, KOA D2 is pretty good stuff. I picked up a D2 Cub Bear when I was in Anchorage not knowing anything about the KOA knives (just wandered into their shop) and was blown away by its performance.
 
Nice! I really like the sheath on that one and the blade looks pretty useful. I also like the guards - usually I would rather not have a guard but some designs call for one. Those look like they will stay out of the way nicely.

But I am tired of seeing survival knives in S30V and D2. I can sharpen those steels well at home but in the field is more difficult. There are tougher and easier to sharpen choices out there (cheaper choices too).
 
True Matt but if you have a sharpen object on you ,touch it up as you go works great,the little sharpening steel KOA offers works great...I gotta get on of KOA hatchets...
 
After looking this over, I think I just added something to my list of items to get.

Thanks a lot :D
 
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