Spartan-R¨nin Shint¨ - Shinto meaning, ¡°The practice of establishing a connection between the ways of the old and the ways of the new.” This knife is a great balance of old and new design and form making for a highly functional combat knife. Tu Lam is a retired Special Forces soldier, 'Green Beret' and teammate of the Spartan Blades founders during their time in Okinawa where they worked as snipers; Tu Lam was part of an assault troop in the same company. Tu Lam has quickly become the ¡°Go to” authority to military and law enforcement training and is the power house behind RONIN Tactics, Inc., an organization that trains many of the top tier military and law enforcement units in the world in H2H and knife techniques. Tu is also the Co-Host of The History Channels 'Forged in Fire, Knife or Death” television series.
Knife Name: Spartan-R¨nin Shint¨
Designer(s): Tu Lam / Curtis Iovito
Blade Length: 5 5/8”
Blade Thickness: 3/16”
Blade Steel: CPM S45VN
Blade Hardness: 59-61 HRC
Blade Style: Fixed Re-Curve
Coating: PVD ¨C Tungsten DLC ZrN (Flat Dark Earth)
Handle Material: Black CE Canvas Micarta
Sheath: Lined Nylon MOLLE sheath (Black)
Weight: 0.558 LBS
The Spartan Blades Ronin Shinto FDE S45VN Tactical Fixed Blade Knife is the ultimate tool for tactical professionals and outdoor enthusiasts. Designed by Tu Lam, a renowned Special Forces veteran, this knife excels in high-stakes environments. Its CPM S45VN steel blade ensures superior performance, while the Flat Dark Earth coating provides durability and low visibility. The Black CE Canvas Micarta handle offers a comfortable, non-slip grip, making it ideal for extended use. Whether you're in the field or on a survival mission, this knife is your reliable companion. Key specs include a 5 5/8" blade, 3/16" thickness, and a lightweight 0.558 LBS design, all housed in a durable MOLLE sheath.
