Gear: Kabar LEO knife

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Kabar LEO knife

Kabar

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Category: Duty & Tactical Gear
Subcategory: Knives
Price: 45.00
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Description:

In extreme close quarters encounters where a suspect is attempting to take an officer's handgun, or an officer cannot access his handgun, the TDI knife is available as a "last option" knife. When worn on the pant belt the entire unit - knife and sheath - is well concealed. Designed by John Benner, founder and owner of Tactical Defense Institute.

Member Reviews

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    rrussell1981, Sun, 15 Jul 2007 03:39:35 UTC.

    I have carried this knife on and off for about 3 years. It goes on your inner belt and under your duty belt on your support side. Small enough you cant tell that its there. The holster has a slight retention also. Knife holds a great edge. Hopefully never have to use it for its intended purpose but nice to know its there if you need it.

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    ajeing, Sat, 25 Aug 2007 21:41:41 UTC.

    I carried this knife for two years while in the patrol bureau. I loved it. No one even noticed it on my belt. I (thankfully) never had to use it for it's intended purpose, but by holding the knife you can tell it is well made and would withstand quite a bit of punishment.

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    NancyE, Tue, 28 Aug 2007 02:11:42 UTC.

    My husband has this and I am relieved he does. I (like him) am thankful he has not had to use to, however better to have it and not use it then not have it & need it.

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    2500, Wed, 29 Aug 2007 08:38:01 UTC.

    Great knife, easy to conceal.

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    CAGEFITER, Mon, 10 Sep 2007 15:36:53 UTC.

    Just the right size for a "crisis" edged weapon on my kit...great edge, great feel

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    choward194, Wed, 12 Sep 2007 02:04:48 UTC.

    A great tool to keep on your belt. Hides easily behind your radio or other equipment and is easily unsheathed to ward off any attackers that might be trying to disarm an officer. If you get ambushed, this is a great tool to counter that ambush.

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    copper5817, Wed, 19 Sep 2007 07:28:43 UTC.

    Awesome knife. I recommend the smaller version, as the large version tends to sit on the hip bone uncomfortably while seated in a vehicle.

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    sportsman77, Tue, 09 Oct 2007 13:40:01 UTC.

    This is a very well made knife. Very heavy blade will hold its edge through a lot of punishment. I have carried this knife for about 8 months and I love it.

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    tva448, Fri, 12 Oct 2007 05:43:32 UTC.

    They also make a training knife just like this one. Train, train, train....to ingrain

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    wilsonap176, Tue, 23 Oct 2007 15:37:42 UTC.

    Good knife, I carry this one mostly in colder weather when I wear two shirts. Ka-Bar now makes a metal clip that attaches to the sheath for more carry option. Overall, good knife.

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    cwallace, Tue, 06 Nov 2007 03:28:13 UTC.

    great for cqb

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    MIMI, Tue, 06 Nov 2007 08:12:12 UTC.

    AWSOME

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    4321, Tue, 06 Nov 2007 15:52:35 UTC.

    Great knife, great feel, lightweight, and easily accessed without most people realizing you are carrying it.

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    rjacks, Thu, 08 Nov 2007 02:36:56 UTC.

    Love the knife. I found it is easier for me to attach it with zip ties to my magazine pouch so I do not have to change it out when I switch uniforms.

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    millerbw3398, Wed, 14 Nov 2007 08:53:39 UTC.

    great product, affordable, hold a nice edge even after being sharpened, great for weak side carry/cross draw cutting. light enough to carry at all times.

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    KFAHRENTHOLD451, Wed, 21 Nov 2007 01:01:32 UTC.

    THIS KNIFE IS AWESOME. ITS SMALL AND YOU CAN EASILY ACCESS IT IF YOU EVER NEED IT. AND I CANT COMPLAIN ABOUT THE PRICE. JARHEAD TESTED AND APPROVED.

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    souperpig, Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:34:59 UTC.

    I love this knife and have been carrying it for over two years since it first came out. The greatest thing about it is no one knows its there where I carry it and it is out in the open. I can get to it in a hurry and god help the dirtbag who trys to go for my gun.

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    RexBolo911, Tue, 27 Nov 2007 05:35:04 UTC.

    Got to have it.

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    Lizard_Man, Fri, 30 Nov 2007 21:48:12 UTC.

    vicious blade

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    TCollins, Fri, 07 Dec 2007 14:42:11 UTC.

    It's small and light weight and can be carried any where on your person unseen. The fixed blade makes for quick and easy use.

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    masiemens, Wed, 12 Dec 2007 05:36:00 UTC.

    Great little knife...easy to conceal...easy to use

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    Tx_LawMan, Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:18:25 UTC.

    Carry this knife behind my mag puch I pray I never need it but but I am happy I have it. Holds a wonderful edge and the holsters retention is just right.

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    gkelly, Thu, 10 Jan 2008 10:09:11 UTC.

    great "last resort" knife. would like it to have a little more retention

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    jakesdad, Fri, 11 Jan 2008 05:12:21 UTC.

    I love mine in a sport coat.

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    tgooding, Sun, 20 Jan 2008 02:38:08 UTC.

    Love the knife.. actually carry it on duty.. Would like a more functional holster though.

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    soharcer, Fri, 25 Jan 2008 18:14:24 UTC.

    I have the ankle holster, great for consealment and surprise.

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    Meathelmet, Fri, 01 Feb 2008 03:52:49 UTC.

    Just recieved this as a gift. Feels good and looks cool!

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    brooks125, Sat, 02 Feb 2008 23:11:43 UTC.

    Great knife for its intended purpose, "life" insurance. I don't use it for daily functions, I keep it to save my life. I will restate rrussell1981's comment, that the sheath has "slight" retention. You need to check it periodically, so u don't find it on your Crown Vic's rocker panel, like I have done in the past. I carry it everyday and for light off duty protection when I cant carry a gun.

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    JHester, Fri, 22 Feb 2008 05:30:59 UTC.

    Good knife, good value.

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    gabbo30, Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:08:28 UTC.

    i carry this on duty very useful wouldnt go back to my original knife

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    Sgtnukem, Wed, 05 Mar 2008 03:03:12 UTC.

    Great knife, easy to conceal, sheath can be changed according to needs. Highly recommended.

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    magicdc, Sun, 09 Mar 2008 17:20:25 UTC.

    Great knife! Easily concealed, department purchased and recieved the boot version for a gift. Never leave home without it.

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    nharvey2730, Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:44:49 UTC.

    great little knife. been carrying the fully serrated for about a year it really fills a need for defense

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    ybarra1574, Sun, 16 Mar 2008 04:46:29 UTC.

    I have employed the use of the TDI on time since purchasing it nearly two years ago. I was caught off guard and the guy who surprised me from behind nearly pooped his pants when I had it against his abdomen. This is one of my best tools I have owned in 18 years as a LEO.

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    spring, Sun, 16 Mar 2008 06:00:02 UTC.

    Great little knife one of the best L.E. knives on the market.

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    JIMROC, Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:10:31 UTC.

    great in emergency for cutting belts

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    rghstkcwby, Tue, 01 Apr 2008 01:41:00 UTC.

    looks cool....

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    almstevill_665, Thu, 03 Apr 2008 02:40:53 UTC.

    Looks good, but is it ok to use with minor utility tasks?

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    john17, Fri, 04 Apr 2008 05:19:44 UTC.

    Love it. However I only use it as back-up to my folding knife.

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    Rabbit122, Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:04:08 UTC.

    Great last resort. I wear it with my dutybult and would not go to work without it.

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    bronc25, Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:31:44 UTC.

    great knife... very sharp... i take it to work everyday

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    Taffy, Sat, 03 May 2008 08:27:45 UTC.

    I'll give it three stars on what I hear from LEOs who love it. I do like the fit in my hand, but I'm not sold yet. Not really my style of knife.

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    Wolvarine, Sun, 04 May 2008 04:40:52 UTC.

    Great Knife!

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    jonboy304, Sat, 17 May 2008 18:50:09 UTC.

    ya way to sharp i just cut my self with this knife and had to see a dr.

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    CHIEF601, Sat, 24 May 2008 13:02:43 UTC.

    kabar has always made quality knives. this one is no exception

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    Harleycop, Sun, 25 May 2008 14:31:28 UTC.

    Great knife for under your duty belt! They also offer a boot knife version!

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    shakedown, Sat, 07 Jun 2008 20:29:50 UTC.

    I hope I never have to use it but its great to carry and easy to hide, nice and light

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    lonewolfcf, Thu, 26 Jun 2008 22:16:36 UTC.

    Great knife, carry one on my belt and one on my ankle. I prefer the straight blade tanto, but it is a little big for some to carry.

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    FCSD_1846, Fri, 27 Jun 2008 23:55:49 UTC.

    Great blade. I carry it as a backup on the ankle rig.

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    Supercopone, Mon, 30 Jun 2008 06:35:08 UTC.

    I love this thing, it is my back up weapon

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    dhusmc, Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:20:09 UTC.

    This is a great tactical knife. And you can conceal it pretty much any where. My only problem with the knife is the rivets on the shieth. I have seen alot of them give out.

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    hcgale, Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:22:13 UTC.

    dont have one but seems like a good knife

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    hpdcsi67, Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:17:14 UTC.

    I cary this knife on duty on an ankel rig and it is great. I can get to it fast and with either hand. Once in han it feels like an extention of your hand. God forbid I ever have to use it on someone but I feel more confident knowing it's there.

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    ScottBurke, Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:19:00 UTC.

    Great knife for a great price.

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