Blade Material | Hunting, Survival, Tactical Use | Industry: 1095 Carbon Steel (56-58 HRC) Base: DC53 Steel (58-60 HRC) ▲ Advanced: S35VN Steel (60-62 HRC) ▲▲
| Base: Enhanced edge retention and corrosion resistance over industry standards. Advanced: Superior hardness and corrosion resistance for extreme conditions. | Advanced: Slightly heavier than 1095 steel. ▲ indicates improvement from Base to Advanced. |
Handle Material | Outdoor Activities, Tactical Use | Industry: Plastic (Durability: 5/10) Base: G10 (8/10) ▲▲ Advanced: Carbon Fiber (9/10) ▲▲▲
| Base: Non-slip grip in wet conditions (G10’s textured surface). Advanced: Lightweight and stronger than G10. | Advanced: Higher cost due to carbon fiber manufacturing. ▲▲▲ denotes incremental improvement. |
Blade Design | Hunting, Cutting Tasks | Industry: Clip Point (General Use) Base: Drop Point (Versatile Hunting) ▲ Advanced: Tanto (Tactical Penetration) ▲▲
| Base: Optimal for skinning and field dressing. Advanced: Robust tip for piercing tasks. | Advanced: Less suited for fine cutting compared to drop point. ▲▲ highlights tactical specialization. |
Certification | Professional/Commercial Use | Industry: Basic Compliance Base: CE Certified (EU Standards) ▲ Advanced: CE + Mil-Spec 662F (Military Drop Test) ▲▲
| Base: Meets EU safety and quality requirements. Advanced: Survives extreme impacts (e.g., drops from 1.2m). | Advanced: Certification adds cost. ▲▲ signifies military-grade durability. |
Durability (Corrosion) | Marine, Wet Environments | Industry: ASTM B117 Salt Spray (500 hours) Base: 1,000 hours ▲ Advanced: 1,500 hours ▲▲
| Base: Resists rust in prolonged exposure to moisture. Advanced: Outperforms industry standards by 200% in saltwater tests. | N/A for most casual users. ▲▲ reflects advanced corrosion resistance. |
Customization | Personal/Professional Use | Industry: Fixed Handle Base: Modular Handle (Screw-Off Components) ▲ Advanced: Full Modular System (Handle + Sheath) ▲▲
| Base: Swap handle materials for grip preferences. Advanced: Customize sheath attachments and blade guards. | Advanced: Requires additional accessories. ▲▲ shows expanded customization options. |