Cold Steel Drop Forged Boot Knife

While on a research trip in Argentina, Cold Steel President Lynn C Thompson had the pleasure of using a solid steel utility knife by French knifemaker Michel Achez. He was incredibly impressed by Monsieur Achez's knife, which was both simple in design and astonishingly functional. Inspired by Michel's work (and with his blessing), Lynn began exploring how to bring this classic design to a larger audience and also expand the design into other platforms. The Drop Forged Boot Knife is expertly heat treated and drop forged from 52100 high carbon steel with a Rockwell hardness of 58-59 for superior toughness. Its double-edge blade is both sharp and strong, designed to perform reliably in demanding conditions. With no removable handle scales or superfluous parts to rot, crack or get damaged in the field, the Drop Forged Boot Knife is a no-nonsense, hard-working duty-grade backup knife. Its ergonomic integral handle, with an integral finger guard, deep comfortable trough and lanyard hole, offers a very secure and comfortable grip even when wearing thick leather gloves. Supplied with a durable Secure-Ex sheath, the Drop Forged Boot Knife will be appreciated by those who value performance and longevity.