Ontario Knife Company (OKC) RAT 7 Fixed Blade - 7.00" 1075 High Carbon Powder Coated Drop Point Blade - Canvas Micarta Handles (8668)
Overview & Heritage: The Ontario Knife Company (OKC) RAT 7 (8668) is a full-sized, heavy-duty wilderness survival and tactical field fixed blade designed in collaboration with the survival training experts at Randall's Adventure Training (RAT). Engineered to tackle severe outdoor tasks, the RAT 7 platform is globally respected for its indestructible full-tang frame, extended blade reach, and exceptional ergonomic comfort. Purpose-built for bushcrafters, survivalists, military operators, and outdoorsmen, the RAT 7 excels at heavy batoning, shelter construction, chopping, game processing, and hard-use camp chores.
Blade & Performance: Featuring a massive 7.00-inch drop point blade forged from high-toughness 1075 High Carbon Steel, the RAT 7 provides outstanding impact absorption, lateral strength, and simple field maintenance using basic sharpening tools. The blade is treated with a non-reflective black protective powder coating that guards the underlying carbon steel from environmental moisture while eliminating reflection. Crafted with a full-flat grind and a functional forward finger choil, this knife offers massive chopping leverage alongside the ability to choke up for controlled carving tasks.
Handle, Lock & Ergonomics: Built on a heavy full-length exposed tang chassis, the handle is fitted with contoured Canvas Micarta scale handles. Celebrated for its extreme durability and tactile texture, Canvas Micarta provides an unshakeable, slip-resistant grip that gains friction when exposed to water, sweat, or mud. An extended steel pommel doubles as a glass breaker/striking surface and features an integrated lanyard hole. The knife includes a heavy-duty black nylon sheath outfitted with a front accessory pocket and versatile MOLLE-compatible carry loops.
*Bench Notes & Field Care Guidance:*
1075 High Carbon Steel is a tough, high-impact carbon steel alloy, but it is non-stainless. While the black powder coat shields the primary blade surfaces, the exposed cutting edge and laser markings require regular care to prevent rust. After field use, thoroughly clean and dry the blade, then apply a thin layer of mineral oil, gun oil, or TUFF-GLIDE before storing. Clean the Canvas Micarta handles and nylon sheath using warm water and mild soap as needed.
Key Features
- 1075 High Carbon Steel: Ultra-tough carbon steel formula engineered for heavy impact resistance, shelter building, and easy field sharpening.
- Randall's Adventure Training (RAT) Design: Proven large-format wilderness survival geometry tailored for severe outdoor environments.
- Non-Reflective Black Powder Coating: Tactical finish protects carbon steel surfaces from corrosion and eliminates glare.
- Tactile Canvas Micarta Handles: Highly durable composite scales deliver a solid, slip-resistant grip in wet or dry conditions.
- Full Tang Construction with Forward Choil: Offers maximum structural integrity while allowing close-up finger placement for fine cutting tasks.
- Extended Striking Pommel & Lanyard Hole: Exposed steel tang pommel serves as an effective field hammer or glass breaker.
- Heavy-Duty Nylon Sheath: Includes an external accessory pocket and MOLLE-compatible mounting options for belt or pack attachment.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Ontario Knife Company (OKC)
- Series: RAT Series
- Model: RAT 7
- MPN: 8668
- Clean MPN: 8668
- UPC/EAN: 071721086680
- Country of Origin: USA
- Blade Length: 7.00"
- Cutting Edge Length: 6.75"
- Closed Length: N/A (Fixed Blade)
- Overall Length: 12.00"
- 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: 14.00 oz (396.89 g) [Knife Only] / 19.20 oz (544.31 g) [With Sheath]
