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Guardian Tactical Apex EDC Double-Action Out-The-Front (OTF) Automatic Knife - 3.44" CPM MagnaCut Stainless Steel Black Tactical Drop Point Blade - OD Green Anodized Frag-Pattern Milled Aluminum Handle (16-8111)
Overview & Heritage: The Guardian Tactical Apex EDC (MPN: 16-8111) is a high-speed, state-of-the-art double-action out-the-front (OTF) automatic tactical knife precision-manufactured in the USA. Built as the evolution of Guardian Tactical's battle-tested combat OTF platforms, the Apex EDC is engineered around Guardian Tactical's patented ceramic ball-bearing slider interface and proprietary X-Drive internal system. Designed for military operators, law enforcement professionals, first responders, and discerning everyday carry purists, the 16-8111 pairs a hard-anodized OD Green aluminum frame with an indestructible black CPM MagnaCut blade, providing unmatched deployment speed, absolute action smoothness, and rugged reliability under severe conditions.
Blade & Performance: Outfitted with a 3.44-inch drop point blade forged from revolutionary American CPM MagnaCut super stainless steel, the 16-8111 offers an extraordinary balance of high impact toughness, wear resistance, and near-total rust immunity. The blade is treated with a non-reflective Black Tactical protective coating that shields the steel against harsh environmental elements while eliminating operational glare. Precision hollow ground with an upper swedge and reinforced tip, its plain cutting edge delivers razor-sharp slicing precision and structural strength for everyday utility, emergency cordage cutting, and tactical backup defense.
Handle, Mechanism & Ergonomics: The chassis is CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum, hard-coat anodized in tactical Olive Drab (OD) Green. Featuring precision-milled frag texturing, perimeter notches, and subtle grooved flats, the handle locks securely in hand whether bare or gloved. Driven by Guardian Tactical's patented ceramic ball-bearing thumb slide, the switch glides smoothly over a steel plate rather than grinding against the aluminum body, completely eliminating switch drag and body wear. Paired with the internal dual-spring X-Drive system operating on four separate points of contact, the blade fires and retracts with authoritative force. Complete with a reversible solid milled titanium pocket clip set up for tip-down ambidextrous carry, the Apex EDC rides securely and discreetly in pocket at 3.95 ounces.
*Bench Notes & Field Care Guidance:*
CPM MagnaCut is an elite American powder-metallurgy stainless steel engineered to deliver maximum edge retention and structural toughness with virtually zero rust liability. Maintain the Black Tactical blade coating by wiping the blade clean after use and drying it thoroughly. Guardian Tactical's patented ball-bearing slide interface requires very little maintenance; do not use heavy grease. Keep the internal track clear by periodically blowing out pocket lint with dry compressed air, followed by a light flush of quick-drying aerosol lubricant or high-grade synthetic OTF oil if needed.
Key Features
- Revolutionary CPM MagnaCut Super Steel: Premier American powder metallurgy stainless steel delivering elite edge holding, impact toughness, and rust immunity.
- Patented Ceramic Ball-Bearing Slide: Thumb slider glides smoothly on ceramic bearings against an integrated steel plate, eliminating drag and body wear.
- Proprietary X-Drive Internal System: Dual blade springs riding on four points of contact provide smooth, authoritative, and consistent deployment and retraction.
- CNC-Machined 6061-T6 Aluminum Chassis: Milled with aggressive frag texturing and perimeter indexing notches for an unshakeable grip in wet or tactical environments.
- Mil-Spec OD Green Hard-Coat Anodizing: Low-glare, wear-resistant anodized finish tailored for field duty and camouflage integration.
- Reversible Milled Titanium Pocket Clip: Solid titanium deep-carry clip configured for ambidextrous tip-down pocket carry.
- Made in the USA: Proudly engineered, machined, and hand-assembled in the United States to exacting aerospace tolerances.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Guardian Tactical
- Series: Apex EDC Series
- Model: Apex EDC OTF Automatic
- MPN / SKU: 16-8111
- Clean MPN: 168111
- UPC/EAN: 871373659160
- Country of Origin: USA
- Blade Length: 3.44" (8.74 cm)
- Cutting Edge Length: 3.25" (8.26 cm)
- Closed Length: 4.50" (11.43 cm)
- Overall Length: 8.00" - 8.06" (20.32 cm - 20.47 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.137" - 0.140" (3.5 mm)
- Handle Thickness: 0.50" (12.7 mm)
- Blade Steel: CPM MagnaCut Stainless Steel
- Blade Hardness: 61-63 HRC
- Blade Style: Drop Point with Upper Swedge
- Blade Grind: Hollow
- Blade Finish: Black Tactical Coated
- Edge Type: Plain
- Action / Knife Type: Double-Action OTF Automatic (Thumb Slide)
- Lock Mechanism: Internal Double-Action Slide Lock
- Handle Material: 6061-T6 Aircraft Aluminum
- Handle Color: OD Green Anodized
- Handle Texture: Machined Frag Pattern with Perimeter Jimping
- Hardware & Accents: Black Torx Hardware / Ceramic Ball-Bearing Slide Plate
- Pocket Clip: Solid Milled Titanium, Reversible Ambidextrous (Tip-Down)
- Overall Weight: 3.95 oz (111.98 g)
