![]() ![]() ![]() But constant in all of them was a disregard for convention, and a desire to try new ideas. His knife line grew over the following years to include different varieties of fixed blades, all distinctive and many with specialized uses. For instance, he was not the first to wrap a knife handle with paracord, but he was the first to do it in a way that was tough enough for sustained infantry use. Mick sampled some good ideas, but made them great. Soldiers, policemen, and other men going into harm’s way couldn’t buy them fast enough. No one carrying a Strider knife was going to be spotted because of sunlight glinting off of polished steel or a glossy leather sheath. These knives were the first indication of his innovative approach: in addition to their utilitarian design, the knives carried a subdued finish and subdued sheaths. The knives he made didn’t look like the hunter-inspired knives seen in most PXs instead they were almost brutish in their functionality: beefy, solid, and with unbreakable ¼” stock full tangs. He started with a tabula rasa, a clean slate, informed only by his own experiences and knowledge of what a soldier needed in a knife. Mick’s approach was to not get burdened by the weight of past designs. This turned out to be fortunate turn of events, both for Mick and for the knife using world at large. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed.īoth comments and pings are currently closed.ġ1 Responses to “5.In 1988, he began making specialized knives for use by the military. On Friday, February 14th, 2014 at 23:00 and is filed under Knives. The Strider/5.11 SMF knife can be purchased on later this month and will retail for $599.99. For durability and long-lasting performance, this is the first Strider knife to incorporate CTS-B75P steel-an alloy from Carpenter Technologies that that is highly resistant to corrosion and wear-allowing users to more easily maintain a sharp edge for an extended period of time. The Strider/5.11 SMF knife boasts one-of-a-kind features including a custom-made pivot pin, custom fasteners and a Titanium handle with G10 scales. The subtle yet impactful features are demonstrative of the commitment to quality both companies were founded on and remain committed to.” “By engineering with utilitarian requirements in mind, we’ve created a knife that is both a workhorse and a battlefield companion-regardless of where your battle takes place. “The Strider/5.11 SMF knife is truly a work of craftsmanship,” said Dwyer. The blade design is a drop point, hand flat ground with a simple break on the spine and no false edge. With a sleek design, rooted in simplicity, the Strider/5.11 SMF knife is engineered with minimum components while staying true to the key components Strider Knives have become known for, including a titanium slab frame lock, a glass epoxy laminate handle and a rough peel surface for positive grip. ![]() Collaborating with the Strider experts to create a knife that fits the needs of our combined customer base has been a unique, yet organic, partnership resulting in a beautiful, limited-edition product.” “We’ve long admired the work of Duane Dwyer and the whole Strider Knives team. manufacturing, the Strider/5.11 SMF knife reflects the core values, mission and ethos of both 5.11 Tactical and Strider Knives,” said Davin. “From the product’s design, to its durability and U.S. Each piece, available at later this month, will include a custom nylon case, a “Raider” patch inspired by the WWII Marine Raiders’ patch and a certificate of authenticity signed by Tom Davin, 5.11 Tactical Chief Executive Officer, and Strider Knives Co-owner, Duane Dwyer. As a limited-edition product, there will only be 511 knives made. Made in the U.S., the knife, which is manufactured with CTS-B75P steel for ultimate corrosion and wear resistance, brings together two companies with a common ethos-to make high-quality, functional products based on feedback from those who work in the field. 13, 2014) - 5.11 Tactical®, the global innovator of tactical gear, today announced that the company has partnered with leading knife manufacturer, Strider™ Knives, to release the Strider/5.11 Strider Military Folder (SMF), a custom-designed tactical knife. Manufactured Strider/5.11 Strider Military Folder Knife Companies Collaborate to Release 511 U.S. ![]()
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