Budget Fixed Blades Review, US Army Brand

Published: 10 years ago

These are budget-priced fixed blade around $25-35. The blade shapes are excellent, similar to some classic designs by Ka-bar and Ontario. The main drawback and reason for the budget-price is the use of a stainless steel instead of carbon.

The short cutlass looking blade is the: A-1009 Patriot

The long straight blade is the: A-1008 Mission

The kukri machete is the: A-1011 Rock Steady

These knives are sold at http://www.smkw.com/ and http://www.wildbillwholesale.com/ under “Army” brand, and by the seller “Elite Tactical” on www.Amazon.com
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