The F1 is the current-issue survival knife of the Svenska flygvapnet, or Swedish Air Force.
With this knife a new world standard is being set! Important factors such as technical design, ergonomics and economy are brought together. The knife meets and surpasses established international standards for strength, personal security and value.
The F1 has been the official survival knife for pilots within the Swedish Air Force since 1995.
This knife represents an entirely new philosophy with respect to knives for survival use. At the same time it combines the experience of generations of knife manufacturing with modern technology. Its handy size, well thought-out design and incredibly tough laminated steel are only a few of many details making this knife something you can rely on.
The new injection molded zytel sheath offers a neat safe and strong combination of qualities which should be very attractive to any user.
Specifications- Total length:210 mm (8.3")
- Blade length:97 mm (3.8")
- Blade thickness:4.5 mm (0.18"), tapered
- Tang: Broad, protruding tang
- Steel:Lam. VG10
- Blade hardness:59 HRC
- Handle:Thermorun
- Sheath: Zytel sheath
- Weight (knife):150 g (6oz)