In 1943, a pivotal battle unfolded in Italy between the U.S. / Canadian First Special Service Force and German troops, famously known as the Battle for Monte la Difensa. The valorous efforts of these forces were instrumental in securing an Allied victory in Italy. Responding to a commission from Canadian special forces, Spartan Blades and master knifemaker William Harsey embarked on a mission to create a blade of exceptional caliber. Thus, the Spartan Harsey Difensa was born, paying homage to the collaboration and triumph of Canadian and U.S. forces.
The Spartan-Harsey Difensa stands as a versatile fixed blade knife, seamlessly integrating tactical prowess with survival capabilities. Engineered with precision and durability in mind, this knife is tailored for individuals who demand high-performance tools in the most demanding situations. With meticulous craftsmanship, it excels as both a tactical and survival knife, boasting robust construction and expert design for reliable deployment and handling in challenging outdoor scenarios. It is one of the Spartan "Elite Gold Class" knives made in the USA.
Experience unrivaled precision with the Spartan Harsey Difensa, a testament to William Harsey's design expertise. Featuring an overall length of 29cm (11 5/8 inches), this knife sports a 16cm (6 1/4-inch) blade crafted from durable CPM MagnaCut steel. Its 4.7mm thickness, coupled with a Spear Point and flat ground main bevel with tapered top edge, ensures peak performance in any scenario.
This version features a SpartaCoat Tungsten DLC (Black) coating or ZrN (Flat Dark Earth). The handle is made from 3D Contoured CE Canvas Micarta® in Black providing a secure and comfortable grip.
Weighing just 330g, the Spartan Harsey Difensa is a lightweight yet powerful tactical companion. Elevate your collection and with this exceptional knife, meticulously crafted to marry precision engineering with high-quality materials.
- SKU
- SB-SB19BKBKNLBK
- Age Restriction:
- 18+
- Designer:
- William Harsey
- Blade Material:
- MagnaCut Stainless Steel
- Blade Length (cm)
- 16.0
- Blade Thickness (cm)
- 0.47
- Overall Length (cm)
- 29.0
- Handle Material:
- Micarta
- Blade Finish:
- Satin
- Blade Shape:
- Spear Point
- Edge Type:
- Plain
- BESS Sharpness:
- 198
- Tang:
- Full
- Grind:
- Flat
- Sheath:
- Nylon
- Product Weight (g)
- 390
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