The Strike Industries K1TP delivers reliable cutting performance with its 3.51-inch AUS-8A stainless steel blade and smoke-textured polymer handle. This folding knife combines tactical functionality with everyday carry convenience through its secure pocket clip and ergonomic design.
What Makes This Different
The K1TP features AUS-8A stainless steel construction, offering superior edge retention compared to standard 440C steel blades. The smoke-textured polymer handle provides enhanced grip security in wet conditions while reducing overall weight to just 3.2 ounces. Strike Industries' precision manufacturing ensures consistent lockup and smooth deployment across temperature ranges from -20°F to 140°F.
Key Features
- 3.51-inch AUS-8A stainless steel blade with 58-60 HRC hardness rating
- Smoke-textured polymer handle with ergonomic finger grooves
- Reversible pocket clip for tip-up or tip-down carry options
- Liner lock mechanism with steel insert for secure blade retention
- Jimped thumb ramp for controlled cutting pressure
- Lanyard hole for secondary retention systems
- Ambidextrous thumb stud for one-handed opening
Field testing demonstrates consistent performance across cutting tasks from rope and webbing to food preparation and package opening. The AUS-8A steel maintains sharpness through extended use while resisting corrosion in humid environments. Law enforcement and military personnel appreciate the discrete carry profile and reliable deployment mechanism during critical situations.
Technical Specs
- Overall Length: 8.25 inches (open), 4.75 inches (closed)
- Blade Length: 3.51 inches
- Blade Steel: AUS-8A stainless steel
- Handle Material: Textured polymer with steel liners
- Weight: 3.2 ounces
- Lock Type: Liner lock with steel insert
- Carry Options: Reversible pocket clip
- Country of Origin: Taiwan
The K1TP represents Strike Industries' commitment to manufacturing precision at an accessible price point. Professional users and everyday carriers benefit from the combination of proven steel metallurgy and modern handle ergonomics that perform consistently across diverse cutting applications.