The concept for the STEALTH program has been
launched after a discussion with a Captain of a world’s famous Italian
Special Forces Unit. The Captain explained to us that during their
training and in particularly during special operations – their
equipment load is quite substantial and they are looking to reduce – as
much as possible – the weight of their essential equipment. In the
field – every single ounce counts. As well, as is the case with all
special ops teams looking to improve their edge in the field, they have
been looking for a new diving and EOD knife that is 1) 100% non
magnetic for mine demolition, 2) completely rust resistant and 3) a
superior cutting tool. From this list of essential needs we started the
development of our STEALTH blades. The blade is manufactured using an
inner core blank of BETA Titanium with external layers of Carbon Fiber
that are bonded together using special resins in a vacuum process. The
end result is a blade that is very flexible with minimal vibration.
The Titanium and Carbon Fiber are completely
non-magnetic and rust
resistant and are ideal components for EOD and diving purposes. The
handle is made from FORPRENE material, a special industrial grade
elastopolymer that we are using in all of our FKMD knives. The handle
screws are in anodized aluminum. For the sheath we are offering two
styles depending on the application: 1100D Cordura nylon MOLLE
compatible or heat molded KYDEX. We will also introduce a stainless
steel version using N690Co Cobalt Vanadium steel for the inner core
blank. Both solutions are extremely strong but lightweight (only 5
ounces in Titanium) multi use tactical knife with superior.