2001 Duane Dieter CQD Mark V ATAC (Advanced Tactical Combat Fighter) Knife

  
Always have this on you. Here's the scoop that I clipped and pasted... Masters of Defense CQD Mark V ATAC (Advanced Tactical Combat Fighter). Blade marked: Duane Dieter Close Quarters Defense Special Operations Trainer. Winner of the prestigious International Blade Shows Overall Knife of the Year Award, this knife was designed by the official close-combat trainer of the U. Intended as a full-service combat utility and fighting knife, its most distinctive feature is its unique twin-pronged guard. These Striker hilts provide superior protection to the users hand when employed against other weapons and are extremely effective in limited-penetration thrusting. In a utility context, they provide puncturing and prying tools that preserve the tip of the blade the most frequently abused part of any field knife. Precision ground from high-carbon A-2 tool steel for superior toughness, the Mark Vs blade is coated with Black Diamond-Like Coat (DLC), a permanently bonded state-of-the-art coating that provides superior wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and non-reflective qualities. It is available with a partially serrated primary edge and has a sharpened false edge for maximum penetration and both draw cut and back cut capabilities. The Mark Vs glass-filled nylon handle is impervious to chemicals, non-conductive, and features a flat steel pommel for hammering and impact-weapon applications. Inserts and strategically placed traction grooves, the Mark Vs handle also features a unique four-way expansive hilt and Dieter Side Hilts to provide an exceptional grip under extreme field conditions.

The unique handle design of the Mark V also allows it to be quickly lashed to a pole or branch for use as a spear in survival scenarios. This significant evolution over traditional field knives comes equipped with a molded. Hardware for easy attachment to belts or web gear. Blade Material: A-2 High-Carbon Tool Steel. Blade Finish: Diamond Black DLC.

Edge type: Plain or partially serrated with a sharpened false edge. The item "2001 Duane Dieter CQD Mark V ATAC (Advanced Tactical Combat Fighter) Knife" is in sale since Friday, July 23, 2021.

This item is in the category "Collectibles\Knives, Swords & Blades\Collectible Folding Knives\Modern Folding Knives\Factory Manufactured".com" and is located in Simsbury, Connecticut. This item can be shipped to United States.

1. Model: Mark V ATAC
2. Modified Item: No
3. Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
4. Blade Material: high-carbon A-2 tool steel
5. Blade Type: Spear Point
6. Product Line: Military
7. Blade Edge: Combination
8. Original/Reproduction: Original
9. Year: 2001
10. Color: Black
11. Number of Blades: 1
12. Opening Mechanism: Straight Blade
13. Handle Material: Nylon
14. Brand: Masters of Defense