{"id":212404,"date":"2023-05-31T03:24:16","date_gmt":"2023-05-31T03:24:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/?p=212404"},"modified":"2023-05-31T03:25:19","modified_gmt":"2023-05-31T03:25:19","slug":"best-military-knives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Military Knives for Close Combat Fighting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When it comes to close combat fighting, the one thing that can quickly turn the fight in your favor is a knife. Finding the right one is a &nbsp;though task, as there are dozens of military knives on the market, many of them serving different purposes. Some are strictly combat-focused, while others are more survival-based, capable of doing multiple things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ve narrowed our focus on the top six combat\/tactical knives. These all have distinct features meant to give you an edge in close combat situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-68879ed647b21\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-68879ed647b21\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#Best_Military_Knives_Reviews\" >Best Military Knives Reviews<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#USMC_KA1218-BRK\" >USMC KA1218-BRK<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#KA-BAR_BK7_Becker_Combat_Utility_Knife\" >KA-BAR BK7 Becker Combat Utility Knife<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#Gerber_Gear_Strongarm\" >Gerber Gear Strongarm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#SOG_E37SN_SEAL_Pup_Elite\" >SOG E37SN SEAL Pup Elite<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#Gerber_Mark_II\" >Gerber Mark II<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#Ontario_Knife_M9_Bayonet\" >Ontario Knife M9 Bayonet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#About_Military_Knives\" >About Military Knives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/best-military-knives\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Military_Knives_Reviews\"><\/span>Best Military Knives Reviews<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USMC_KA1218-BRK\"><\/span><strong>USMC KA1218-BRK<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p >No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most iconic military knives worldwide, this is identical to those issued to U.S. marines during WWII. It still serves personnel faithfully to this very day. Features include a pommel and gold-plated brass guard. The handle is cut with grooves to make it easier to grip even when wet. It comes along with a leather sheath for safe keeping. The steel is durable, sharp high carbon that, with proper upkeep, can last for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall Length: 11.875\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Length: 7\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Thickness: 0.165\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight: 0.70lbs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Material: 1095 Cro-Van Steel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle Material: Leather.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge Type: Straight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"KA-BAR_BK7_Becker_Combat_Utility_Knife\"><\/span>KA-BAR BK7 Becker Combat Utility Knife<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p >No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Becker BK7 was designed in an effort to bring a more affordable, lightweight, yet still effective tool to troops. The knives are seen to be multipurpose, excellent for all-around use in the wilderness. With an easily sharpened blade, these are sturdy military knives that are built to withstand hard use over time. It comes with a heavy-duty polyester sheath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall Length: 12.75\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Length: 7\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Thickness: 0.188\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight: 0.85lbs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Material: 1095 Cro-Van Steel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle Material: Ultramid\u00ae.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge Type: Straight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gerber_Gear_Strongarm\"><\/span>Gerber Gear Strongarm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p >No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the business of making survival knives since 1968, Gerber continues to impress with the StrongArm Fixed Blade. It\u2019s designed around military survival needs with features like a striking pommel. The ceramic coating fights corrosion so it lasts longer. Its diamond-textured, rubberized handle, grants a solid hold in various situations, wet or dry. It also has a multi-use modular sheath. This can be mounted on a horizontal belt, vertically on a MOLLE, or vertically in a traditional drop-leg belt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall Length: 9.8\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Length: 4.8\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Thickness: 0.19\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight: 10.9 oz.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Material: 420 High Carbon w\/ Black Ceramic Coating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle Material: Glass-filled Nylon w\/ Rubber Overmold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge Type: Straight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOG_E37SN_SEAL_Pup_Elite\"><\/span>SOG E37SN SEAL Pup Elite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p >No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These military knives are common amongst Navy SEALS. As such, it\u2019s not only a great combat knife, but it\u2019s designed to hold under extreme conditions like water. Like other SEAL knives from SOG, this has gone through extensive survival testing. It\u2019s a high-quality, resistant combat knife with a good overall balance. The newly designed handle is longer with deeper finger grooves. In addition, it includes a nylon sheath with MOLLE\/belt attachment capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall Length: 9.5\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Length: 4.85\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Thickness: 0.19\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight: 5.4 oz.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Material: AUS-8 Stainless Steel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle Material: Glass-Reinforced Nylon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge Type: Straight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gerber_Mark_II\"><\/span>Gerber Mark II<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p >No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having been produced since 1966, Gerber has updated the beloved Mark II. Even though collectors love having this in their arsenal, it\u2019s still specifically built for combat. It is double-serrated for optimal piercing, and it has an aluminum handle for a stronger grip. The knife can even act as a spear. Coming along with it is a ballistic nylon sheath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall Length: 12.75\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Length: 6.5\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Thickness: Approx. 0.24\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight: 8 oz.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Material: 420 High Carbon Stainless Steel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle Material: Aluminum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge Type: Partially Serrated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ontario_Knife_M9_Bayonet\"><\/span>Ontario Knife M9 Bayonet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p >No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another multipurpose knife, which is one of the reasons it\u2019s so sought after. It works great in close combat just as well as it works for wire cutting, sawing, etc. Currently, it is still issued in the military. It\u2019s a hefty, sturdy blade that\u2019s rust-resistant with a decent edge. Since it\u2019s touted as a bayonet knife, it works better for thrusting rather than slashing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall Length: 12.25\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Length: 7\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Thickness: 0.24\u2033.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight: 16 oz.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blade Material: 420 Modified Stainless Steel\/Zinc Phosphate finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle Material: Textured Thermoplastic Nylon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge Type: Straight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Military_Knives\"><\/span>About Military Knives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/maxresdefault-1.webp\" alt=\"best military knives\" class=\"wp-image-212408\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/maxresdefault-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/maxresdefault-1-711x400.webp 711w, https:\/\/findingneverlandthemusical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/maxresdefault-1-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Otherwise known as a combat or fighting knife, a military knife is primarily designed for hand-to-hand and close combat fighting. In the early military days, particularly WWI, they were also known as trench knives. Across militaries, some of them differed in designs, but all were made to be used in close-quarters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During WWII, several militaries began training more troops regularly in the use of these types of weapons. However, they were built more as multi-use knives, adapted for combat and utility purposes. Some of the more popular military knives used in previous wars have held their notoriety today. They remain in-use from military personnel to everyday citizens. Some of the leading manufacturers include KA-BAR, SOG, Ontario, Gerber, Zero Tolerance, and Smith &amp; Wesson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re shopping for military knives to be used in close combat, there are several features to look for. In terms of blades, both carbon and stainless steel have their pros and cons. Carbon is sharper, but is susceptible to rust, while stainless steel is more durable, but can lose its sharpness. Handles are important also. You want to have a solid, sturdy grip in various situations, and one that keeps the knife balanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Knife vs Bare Hands - A Reality Check\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GBBahcNMSDI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Military knives come in various sizes and are made with different blade and handle materials. The majority of knives made today are built with survival in mind, so they\u2019re designed for use in a multitude of situations beyond close combat fighting. Even so, a combat knife means nothing if it\u2019s not durable, which raises the price of these compared to others. It\u2019s all worth it if it means protecting yourself in a nasty close-quarters situation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to close combat fighting, the one thing that can quickly turn the fight in your favor is a knife. Finding the right one is a &nbsp;though task, as there are dozens of military knives on the market, many of them serving different purposes. 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