The KA-BAR Modified Tanto Fixed Blade (SKU #1266) is an aggressive, American-made tactical knife blending the classic KA-BAR fighting utility design with a powerful Japanese-inspired blade shape. Unlike the angular American Tanto, the $8\text{-inch}$ blade on the #1266 features a smoother, more traditional Japanese tanto profile, which offers exceptional piercing strength and a long, versatile cutting edge. The blade is forged from tough, proven $1095$ Cro-Van carbon steel, known for its outstanding edge retention and durability, and is finished with a non-reflective black coating for corrosion resistance. The handle is made from Kraton G®, a durable, weather-resistant synthetic material that retains the comfortable, ergonomic oval shape of the classic KA-BAR leather handle, ensuring a secure and reliable grip in all conditions. This knife is a formidable tool for military, tactical, survival, and utility use. It comes complete with a rugged, MOLLE-compatible glass-filled nylon sheath.

Specifications:

• SKU: 1266
• Blade Steel: 1095 Cro-Van Carbon Steel
• Blade Length: $8.0\text{ inches}$ ($20.3\text{ cm}$)
• Overall Length: $12.75\text{ inches}$ ($32.4\text{ cm}$)
• Blade Thickness: $0.165\text{ inches}$
• HRC Hardness: 56-58
• Blade Style: Modified Tanto
• Blade Grind: Flat
• Blade Finish: Black Coated
• Edge Type: Plain
• Handle Material: Kraton G®
• Sheath: Black Glass-Filled Nylon (GFN) – MOLLE Compatible
• Weight (Knife Only): $11.6\text{ – }12.0\text{ oz}$
• Knife Origin: USA