Ontario Knife Company (OKC) RAT 5 Fixed Blade - 5.00" 1075 High Carbon Powder Coated Drop Point Blade - Canvas Micarta Handles (8667)
Overview & Heritage: The Ontario Knife Company (OKC) RAT 5 (8667) is a legendary, heavy-duty wilderness survival and tactical utility fixed blade designed in collaboration with the experts at Randall's Adventure Training (RAT). Built to endure grueling outdoor conditions, the RAT 5 platform is renowned worldwide for its bulletproof full-tang construction, versatile mid-sized proportions, and ergonomic field comfort. Purpose-engineered for bushcrafters, survivalists, outdoorsmen, and tactical purists, the RAT 5 excels at batoning wood, building shelters, dressing game, and demanding field utility chores.
Blade & Performance: Featuring a substantial 5.00-inch drop point blade forged from high-toughness 1075 High Carbon Steel, the RAT 5 delivers exceptional impact resistance, high lateral strength, and easy field sharpening with standard sharpening stones. The blade is treated with a non-reflective black protective powder coating that shields the carbon steel against environmental oxidation while eliminating tactical glare. Engineered with a robust full-flat grind and a functional forward finger choil, this knife offers supreme slicing leverage alongside fine control for detailed carving tasks.
Handle, Lock & Ergonomics: Built on a massive, full-length exposed tang frame, the handle is outfitted with contoured Canvas Micarta scale handles. Known for its indestructible nature and tactile texture, Canvas Micarta provides an unshakeable, slip-resistant grip that actually improves when exposed to moisture, water, or sweat. The extended steel pommel features a hardened glass breaker/striking pommel and an integrated lanyard hole. The knife comes complete with a heavy-duty black nylon sheath equipped with an accessory pouch and versatile MOLLE-compatible belt loop attachment options.
*Bench Notes & Field Care Guidance:*
1075 High Carbon Steel is an exceptionally tough, impact-resistant carbon steel, but it is non-stainless. While the black powder coating shields the body of the blade, the exposed cutting edge and laser markings require regular maintenance to prevent rust. After field use, clean and thoroughly dry the blade, then apply a protective layer of mineral oil, gun oil, or TUFF-GLIDE before storing. Wash the Canvas Micarta handle scales and nylon sheath using warm water and mild dish soap as needed.
Key Features
- 1075 High Carbon Steel: Ultra-tough carbon steel formula engineered for high shock absorption, heavy batoning, and effortless field sharpening.
- Randall's Adventure Training (RAT) Design: Proven wilderness survival geometry built specifically for hard-use outdoor environments.
- Non-Reflective Black Powder Coating: Protective tactical finish shields carbon steel surfaces from moisture and glare.
- Tactile Canvas Micarta Handles: Extremely durable composite scales offer a comfortable, slip-resistant grip in wet or dry conditions.
- Full Tang Construction with Forward Choil: Provides maximum structural strength and allows fingers to choke up for precise detail work.
- Impact Pommel & Lanyard Hole: Extended steel tang pommel serves as an effective field hammer or glass breaker.
- Heavy-Duty Nylon Sheath: Features a gear accessory pouch and MOLLE-compatible mounting options for secure belt or pack carry.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Ontario Knife Company (OKC)
- Series: RAT Series
- Model: RAT 5
- MPN: 8667
- Clean MPN: 8667
- UPC/EAN: 071721086673
- Country of Origin: USA
- Blade Length: 5.00"
- Cutting Edge Length: 4.75"
- Closed Length: N/A (Fixed Blade)
- Overall Length: 10.75"
- Blade Thickness: 0.187"
- Blade Steel: 1075 High Carbon Steel
- Blade Hardness: 55-58 HRC
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Blade Grind: Full Flat
- Blade Finish: Black Powder Coat
- Edge Type: Plain
- Lock/Tang Structure: Full Tang
- Handle Material: Canvas Micarta
- Handle Color: Tan / Grey Canvas
- Handle Texture: Ergonomic Canvas Texture
- Accessories/Hardware: Black Nylon Sheath with Accessory Pocket
- Overall Weight: 11.50 oz (326.02 g) [Knife Only] / 16.00 oz (453.59 g) [With Sheath]
