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Guardian Tactical® RECON-035 G2 Elite OTF Automatic Knife – Tanto – Blue – Dark SW – 93621-BLUE
The Guardian Tactical® RECON-035 G2 Blue Dark SW Tanto (93621-BLUE) is a masterclass in American-made double-action Out-The-Front (OTF) automatic knifemaking, precision-engineered to permanently solve the performance bugs that have historically plagued structural switchblades. For years, tactical users and premium collectors had to accept heavy, thumb-shredding slider resistance and accelerated internal finish wear as a baseline compromise for running an OTF pocket knife. Guardian Tactical (871373647969) completely shatters this compromise, leveraging an advanced, patented mechanical bearing array that sets the industry benchmark for fluid deployment, speed, and long-term durability.
The engineering masterpiece driving the RECON-035 configuration is its signature patented roller-bearing thumb slide system. Instead of running a raw steel button that grinds directly along an aluminum inner channel, Guardian Tactical mounts the thumb actuator on a specialized slider plate backed by three localized ceramic ball bearings tracking smoothly along a hardened stainless steel plate. This configuration creates a near friction-free mechanical break that requires remarkably little effort to snap open or drop closed, completely avoiding thumb fatigue while maintaining an authoritative lockout. This G2 release features a premium, razor-sharp 3.38-inch tanto blade forged from advanced CPM MagnaCut steel, treated to deliver a perfect equilibrium of edge retention, incredible toughness, and industry-leading corrosion resistance. Slipped inside a beautifully contoured, ergonomic Blue anodized 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum handle and protected by a non-reflective, darkened stonewash (Dark SW) finish, this tool handles severe hard-use tactical field tasks and daily EDC chores without compromise.
Includes: (1) Guardian Tactical RECON-035 G2 Double-Action OTF Automatic Knife (Blue Handle / Dark Stonewash Tanto Blade), Fitted Steel Tip-Down Pocket Clip, and Factory Armorer Presentation Box.
Key Features
- Patented Ceramic Roller Slide: The thumb slider rides seamlessly on independent ceramic ball bearings, resulting in the smoothest, easiest double-action firing on the market.
- Premium CPM MagnaCut Super-Steel: High-end powder-metallurgy tanto blade balances razor edge stability with near-rustproof structural integrity.
- Zero-Drag Floating Internals: The internal locking tabs sit offset from the main blade track, completely eliminating face dragging and scratch streaks during high-speed travel.
- 6061-T6 Anodized Armor: Lightweight, highly durable aircraft aluminum handle is hardcoat anodized in a rich Blue finish with deep milled thumb scalloping for a non-slip hold.
- Dark Stonewash Tactical Finish: Low-glare, dark stonewashed blade skin masks processing wear, hairline micro-scratches, and clean thumbprints from intense daily use.
- Ambidextrous Carry Layout: Accommodates multi-role deployments via a tight stainless steel pocket clip paired with a streamlined, built-in tail lanyard loop.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Guardian Tactical®
- Series: RECON-035 G2 Master Series
- SKU / MPN: 93621-BLUE (Model Reference: GT93621)
- Blade Length: 3.38 Inches (8.58 cm)
- Closed Length: 4.38 Inches (11.12 cm)
- Overall Length: 7.75 Inches (19.68 cm)
- Blade Material: CPM MagnaCut Stainless Super-Steel
- Blade Style: Piercing American Tanto
- Blade Grind / Finish: Hollow-Ground Plain Edge / Dark Stonewash (Dark SW)
- Handle Material: CNC-Machined 6061-T6 Aircraft Aluminum
- Handle Color Profile: Deep Anodized Blue
- Firing Action: Double-Action Out-The-Front (Thumb Slide Pull/Push)
- Pocket Clip: Stainless Steel (Tip-Down Carry)
- Country of Origin: Proudly Made in the USA (Pennsylvania)
- Weight: 3.81 oz (0.24 lbs)
- UPC: 871373647969
