{"product_id":"horkos-combat-utility-knife-black-blade-black-handle-black-nylon-sheath-27300","title":"Spartan Blades Horkos - Combat \/Utility Knife - Black Blade - Black Handle - Black Nylon Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCombat-Proven Design Meets Precision Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Spartan Blades Horkos delivers the performance demanded by military professionals and serious users. Built with CPM S35VN steel and hardened to 59-60 HRC, this combat utility knife balances edge retention with field serviceability. The drop point blade design features a relieved distal spine and tapered drop point for enhanced tip strength during demanding tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPM S35VN Steel Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium stainless steel offers superior corrosion resistance and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpartaCoat PVD Tungsten DLC Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black coating provides enhanced durability and reduces glare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanvas Micarta Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured grip material maintains control in wet conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop Point Blade Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Relieved distal spine and tapered tip optimize strength for tactical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilitary Heritage Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally commissioned by the Combat Weapons Team at West Point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 7\/8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 11\/16 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/16 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM S35VN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.556 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanvas Micarta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpartaCoat PVD Tungsten DLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes CPM S35VN steel suitable for combat use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCPM S35VN combines excellent edge retention with corrosion resistance and toughness. At 59-60 HRC hardness, it holds a sharp edge through extended use while remaining serviceable in field conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the SpartaCoat coating perform?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PVD Tungsten DLC coating provides enhanced surface hardness and corrosion protection. The black finish reduces light reflection for tactical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the blade geometry designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe drop point design with relieved distal spine and tapered tip maximizes tip strength for piercing tasks while maintaining cutting performance along the full edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho designed the Horkos knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Horkos was designed by Iovito and Carey, originally commissioned by the Combat Weapons Team of the United States Military Academy at West Point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Canvas Micarta offer for grip?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCanvas Micarta provides consistent grip texture that performs well in wet conditions and maintains durability through extended use and cleaning cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spartan Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43773887021155,"sku":"27300","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7546\/5827\/files\/27300.jpg?v=1760239452","url":"https:\/\/tacticaledge.com\/products\/horkos-combat-utility-knife-black-blade-black-handle-black-nylon-sheath-27300","provider":"tacticaledge.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}