SPL Dive Knife

The SPL (Sport Leisure) Dive Knife is an innovative offering from Ontario Knife Company that starts at the blade’s shape and keeps delivering all the way into the design of the sheath. From the blunted,...

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The SPL (Sport Leisure) Dive Knife is an innovative offering from Ontario Knife Company that starts at the blade’s shape and keeps delivering all the way into the design of the sheath. From the blunted, chisel or pry-bar style tip for help avoiding unwanted punctures, to the actual blade material which is made of a premium steel called Magnacut. The SPL series repels corrosion in extremely harsh conditions thanks to the choice of Magnacut and G10 handle scales on top of a full tang construction. The sheath is designed to snap-lock onto the depression in the hilt of the handle for maximum sheath retention, belt loops are molded in for multiple configuration choices when attaching.

Like the direction Ontario has taken with the SPL line

I own both the SPL Dive and Pack Knives. MagnaCut and G10 are particularly nice for the dive knife.....extreme corrosion resistance.. and tough. The dive knife weight is substantial on land, but once in the water it feels about the same as the 5 oz. pack knife....ideal imo. Also the blade features check all the boxes for a dive knife. I have read negative comments about the glass filled nylon sheath for these knives, but just don't "get it". It's indestructible and the snap lock is solid....no wiggle or play. The belt slot is perfect for my 1.5" wide 5.11 tactical nylon belt with a free end..... no wiggle or play. In the hand, both knives feel performance ready. I keep these knives at my hunting/fishing/swimming cabin as my only cutting tools.....because there isn't a single task this tag-team can't do. I have many other knives that mostly rest in a cabinet, await a collector's premium, or might get a furlough pass just for "presentation" when I'm out on the town. But these Ontarios are the knives I turn to when I feel the call of duty and get to work..