Description
D. Bates Blades – Recon
The Recon is a compact, purpose-built fixed blade from D. Bates Blades, designed as a practical everyday carry knife without unnecessary bulk.
This Recon features a Nitro-V stainless steel blade paired with Classic Green GripX™ handle scales and stainless steel Corby bolt fasteners. GripX™ is a rubber-and-resin composite designed to provide a secure, durable grip.
Each knife is individually finished, sharpened, and inspected in our shop in Lima, Ohio.
This is the actual knife pictured in this listing — not a stock photo.
Specifications
- Overall Length: 7.625″
- Cutting Edge: 3.3905″
- Blade Thickness: 0.1350″
- Blade Steel: Nitro-V
- Hardness: Approximately 60–62 HRC
- Handle Material: Classic Green GripX™
- Handle Thickness: 0.5920″
- Fasteners: Stainless steel Corby bolts
- Knife Weight: 3.3 oz
- Sheath: Brown leather sheath included
- Edge Sharpness: 100 BESS
Measured Sharpness — Not Guesswork
Before being listed for sale, this knife was tested using our BESS edge sharpness tester and recorded a 100 BESS result. This provides a repeatable, measurable sharpness result rather than relying solely on demonstration cuts.
Every Knife Supports the Mission
100% of the proceeds from this knife support Warriors Way and our programs serving veterans, first responders, and youth.
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