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Stroup Knives Bravo 5 Tanto Fixed Blade Knife - 3.5" 1095 HC Steel - Gray G-10 Handle (B5T-GR-G10)
Product Description
In standard field operations, traditional drop-point or clip-point utility knives often lack the reinforced geometry required to punch through heavy barriers, vehicle sheet metal, or dense tactical gear without rolling or snapping the tip. Standard folding knives can completely fail under this kind of violent leverage. The Stroup Knives Bravo 5 Tanto solves this operational issue by offering an indestructible, medium-sized full-tang platform specifically engineered to bridge the gap between mundane utilitarian cutting and high-force emergency breaching or defensive operations.
Forged from ultra-reliable 1095 high-carbon steel, the 3.5-inch blade undergoes a meticulous rock-tumbled and acid-etched process that creates a rugged, non-reflective finish designed to mask heavy field abrasions and eliminate glare. The blade profile features an aggressive, Americanized tanto point, maximizing steel thickness directly behind the tip to deliver exceptional structural integrity during intense piercing strokes. This robust piece of steel flows into hand-sculpted, multi-layered Gray G-10 handle scales that are aggressively scalloped to lock the knife seamlessly into the hand, preventing slippage under any environmental condition.
Designed in collaboration with Justin Melnick (as seen on the TV series SEAL Team), the Bravo 5 Tanto's ergonomics easily accommodate a full four-finger purchase, even when wearing thick cold-weather or tactical gloves. Functionally, the dual cutting planes of the tanto geometry allow users to utilize the front edge for precise scraping, scraping, or chiseling, while the primary edge excels at hard slicing and heavy cordage breakdown. The setup includes a custom-molded black Kydex sheath with adjustable retention that easily configures for horizontal or vertical placement on a duty belt, plate carrier, or backpack strap.
*EDC Bench Notes & Pocket Care Guidance:
As a hard-use tool crafted from premium 1095 high-carbon steel, the Bravo 5 Tanto requires basic rust prevention to maintain its edge performance. Always wipe the blade down and apply a fine coat of quality oil or dry-film lubricant after exposure to rain, sweat, or field washing. Avoid storing the knife long-term inside its Kydex sheath if moisture is trapped inside; periodically flush the sheath out with warm water, let it dry entirely, and check that your belt mounting hardware is securely torqued down.
Key Features
- **Veteran-Crafted Heritage:** Proudly handmade in the USA by military veterans, ensuring heavy-duty build construction engineered for authentic real-world deployment.
- **Reinforced Tanto Profile:** An aggressive 3.5-inch tanto point designed with extra steel behind the tip for supreme piercing power and structural resilience.
- **1095 High Carbon Steel:** Offers excellent edge geometry, high impact toughness, and straightforward field maintenance when working far from conventional sharpening systems.
- **Sculpted Gray G-10 Grips:** Hand-textured composite scales with underlying black layers provide an incredibly secure, slip-resistant grip when wet or muddy.
- **Non-Reflective Acid Etching:** Features a battle-worn rock-tumbled acid finish that resists glare and conceals scratches sustained during hard operational use.
- **Tactical Kydex Sheath:** Included custom-fit black Kydex sheath delivers crisp click-in retention and allows versatile vertical or horizontal mounting options.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Stroup Knives
- Model: Bravo 5 Tanto
- MPN: B5T-GR-G10
- UPC: 850053904486
- Country of Origin: USA
- Blade Length: 3.50 Inches
- Overall Length: 7.75 Inches
- Blade Material: 1095 High Carbon Steel
- Blade Style: Tanto
- Blade Finish: Rock Tumbled Acid Etched
- Edge Type: Plain
- Handle Material: Sculpted G-10
- Handle Color: Gray / Black
- Tang Style: Full Tang
- Sheath Included: Yes (Black Kydex)
