Brand | KA-BAR |
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Model Name | 1480 |
Special Feature | Stainless Steel |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | TDI LAW ENFORCEMENT-BLACK |
Handle Material | Stainless Steel, Metal |
Color | black |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Plain Edge |
Blade Length | 8 Inches |
Power Source | AC/DC |
Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
Item Weight | 90.7 Grams |
Blade Shape | Straight Back |
Item Length | 5.63 Inches |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 7.8 x 3.82 x 1.1 inches |
Package Weight | 0.19 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.75 x 4 x 1.25 inches |
Brand Name | KA-BAR |
Material | STEEL |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Ka-Bar |
Part Number | 1480 |
Model Year | 2014 |
Size | One Size |
Sport Type | Hunting |
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KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Straight Edge Knife,Black
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Brand | KA-BAR |
Model Name | 1480 |
Special Feature | Stainless Steel |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | TDI LAW ENFORCEMENT-BLACK |
Handle Material | Stainless Steel, Metal |
Color | black |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Plain Edge |
Blade Length | 8 Inches |
About this item
- Black metal belt Clip (1480Clip) included
- Designed by john benner, founder and owner of tactical defense institute
- Aus 8a stainless steel blade
- Zytel handle
- Overall length 5-5/8 inch
- Law enforcement knife ideal as "last option" knife
- Sheath wears on pant belt in well-concealed location
- Black powder-coated blade made of AUS 8A stainless steel
- Available with choice of serrated or straight edge
- Textured Zytel handle; measures 5-5/8 inches overall
- Law enforcement knife ideal as "last option" knife
- Sheath wears on pant belt in well-concealed location
- Black powder-coated blade made of AUS 8A stainless steel
- Available with choice of serrated or straight edge
- Textured Zytel handle; measures 5-5/8 inches overall
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TDI Law Enforcement Straight Edge Knife
In extreme close-quarter encounters where a suspect is attempting to take an officer's handgun, or an officer cannot access his or her 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.
Hard plastic sheath and reversible black metal belt clip (1480CLIP) included. Fits maximum belt height of 1.75", width of 1.25" and thickness of 0.25"
Product Description
Product Description
The TDI Law Enforcement Knife was designed to be used as a "last option" knife. In extreme close quarters encounters where a suspect is attempting to take an officer's handgun, or the officer cannot access his/her handgun, the TDI Knife is available. Designed as an "off hand" knife that draws like a pistol, the reversible sheath can be worn on either the right or left side of the officer's pant belt. Specifications: - Weight : 0.18 - Overall Length : 5 5/8" - Blade Length: 2 5/16" - Steel: AUS 8A stainless steel - Handle: Zytel.
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When you're chasing after a suspect, be sure to have the KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Tanto Knife in your possession. This high-performance knife comes with flexible Cordura straps to mount to duty belts, tactical vests, or underneath your pant leg. This lightweight, compact knife features a stainless steel blade with drop point shape and a versatile 15 degree blade angle. The Tanto Knife comes with either a straight or serrated edge. The comfortable handle is made from Zytel, providing a balanced grip and easy maneuverability. The flat blade is 3-11/16 inches long and the overall length is 7-9/16 inches. The knife includes a nylon sheath to protect the blade and keep it sharp. This is the knife that officers trust to provide the performance that they can rely on out in the field.
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ASIN | B001H53QAI |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #58,377 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #119 in Tactical Knives #267 in Hunting Knives |
Date First Available | October 4, 2003 |
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Customers like the sharpness, quality and fit of the knife. They mention that it's razor sharp, well made and solid. They also appreciate the comfort and protection of the product. They say that it fits perfectly in the hand, is comfortable to carry and is a great defense knife.
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Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the knife. They mention that it is razor sharp and the sharpening process is very nice. The knife is a great product, designed for a specific application, and is able to perform well in that application. The handle and sheath are great, and fit their hand well. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"Well thought out blade, sheath, and clip. Comes sharp out of the box and has a well constructed full-tang blade...." Read more
"...It’s razor sharp out of the box. The weight feels good in your hand but isn’t not even noticeable when it’s on a belt or even gym shorts...." Read more
"...Its full tang AUS8A steel. Very sharp and sharpness back up very nice and easy...." Read more
"Ok, this knife is great. I'm a state trooper and have to work alone alot in my job. My backup my take awhile to arrive...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the sporting goods. They mention it's well-made, solid, and extremely sharp. Some say it'll do many things, but it'd be dangerous to carry around. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the knife.
"...That said, the knife is well made so I would suggest trying one for yourself to see if it works for your hand." Read more
"This KaBar TDI is very well made in Taiwan. To all the people that say it's not a k-bar because it's not made in the US..wrong...." Read more
"It was well built but sat funny in the holster on your belt. It was extremely uncomfortable for my viewpoint." Read more
"...I'm very satisfied with the purchase. The knife is sturdy, deploys easy and feels comfortable in my hand...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the knife. They mention that it fits perfectly in the hand, it fits great inside their duty belt, and it fits well against the abdomen. The knife is compact and solidly built, and is able to hold it in their large hands safely. Customers also say that the blade handle fits their hand perfectly. They also say it's small enough to hide and stay out of the way.
"This is a great self-defense knife, fits well in the hand, and is very intuitive. This knife is also virtually undetectable under a shirt...." Read more
"...This knife fits very well into my big hands...." Read more
"...Why I like this knife is because it's small and hides in my belt, and it has a quick draw. I can grab and pull this weapon out lightning fast...." Read more
"Love this knife. It fits perfectly in the hand and its beyond sharp. I keep this on my duty belt just in case I need a knife quickly...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the knife. They say it feels comfortable in their hand, ergonomic, and easy to carry. They also mention that the weight feels good in their hands but isn't even noticeable when it's on a belt. The design of the grip makes it easy to keep a firm grip on the knife, and the metal clip sits tight to the body.
"...It’s razor sharp out of the box. The weight feels good in your hand but isn’t not even noticeable when it’s on a belt or even gym shorts...." Read more
"...The knife is sturdy, deploys easy and feels comfortable in my hand...." Read more
"...the knife itself seems ergonomic the angle in which it Carries is comfortable. The downfall is the sheath. It has sharp edges that need ground down...." Read more
"This knife is compact, yet the design of the grip makes it easy to keep a firm grip on the knife. I find the included holster perfectly adequate...." Read more
Customers find the protection provided by the knife to be great. They say it's perfect for defensive or everyday use, and is good for last line of defense. Customers also mention that it'll back up a firearm and is the best carry knife.
"This is a great self-defense knife, fits well in the hand, and is very intuitive. This knife is also virtually undetectable under a shirt...." Read more
"Ka-Bar is excellent knife for self-defense. I love it." Read more
"...Over all this is an amazing knife for self defense." Read more
"...It offers a perfect blend of utility and personal defense." Read more
Customers find the concealability of the knife to be easy. They say it's easy to conceal under a shirt, behind a mag pouch, and on a belt. Customers also say the knife is great for concealed carry and as a backup. They describe it as 'discreet' and 'a great little knife to conceal for perfection.'
"...Overall this knife excels at the use case it was designed for. A easily concealable, last-ditch weapon...." Read more
"...Conceals comfortably They do make different aftermarket sheath's for it if you prefer a different feel/look10/10" Read more
"...Why I like this knife is because it's small and hides in my belt, and it has a quick draw. I can grab and pull this weapon out lightning fast...." Read more
"...It's wicked sharp, extremely easy to conceal (at least if you're used to CC'ing a gun), and the sheath is awesome...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the knife. They say it is a great quality for the price and a good buy.
"...of the other similar products, this Ka-bar is a good quality, good value product." Read more
"...Of all the knives in my collection, this one has the most value for it's price...." Read more
"...Overall this knife is great for the value it is highly recommended if you want a nice backup blade that’s hidden away." Read more
"...It seems practical for its intended purpose, and the price is right." Read more
Customers are mixed about the clip. Some mention that it's awesome, and secure to clip to your duty belt. However, others say that it has issues, is useless, and is a bit weak.
"...He was impressed that the clip was metal. His previous one was a plastic clip and it broke after 6 months. This one is 5 in and still looks good!" Read more
"...I find the included holster perfectly adequate...." Read more
"...That said, the provided clip does not attach to a normal, non duty type belt tightly - there is a bit of wiggle / slop...." Read more
"Love the size of the knife. The clip fits perfectly on my belt buckle. Got this for protection while at work...." Read more
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The retention on mine is very heavy, just pulling on the knife may not get it out if you are a person with weaker hands, but pushing on the holster with your thumb (the intended way) helps to release it from the holster. This knife definitely isn't going anywhere unless you want it to. Also, all the screws in the holster come with blue thread locker on them, which is a nice touch.
This knife is also not for general use, the steel is not designed to be used regularly and the edge will not hold up for very long if you use it for everyday tasks.
Overall this knife excels at the use case it was designed for. A easily concealable, last-ditch weapon. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great self-defense knife.
Cons: The screws are tiny and can strip easily if you over tighten them. also, the L shaped Torx wrench included is not double ended, and makes removing the screws take quite a lot of time. If I had to make an improvement, it would be larger screws, and a double ended tool to speed up maintenance/configuration changes.
It’s razor sharp out of the box. The weight feels good in your hand but isn’t not even noticeable when it’s on a belt or even gym shorts.
It deploys easily if it’s anchored to a belt but a little trickier with gym shorts. It still deploys but you have to tug a bit harder to get it out which, is probably a good thing.
The clip is reversible which is really nice. It gives you the choice to not only carry right or left side but you can choose which way the handle is positioned too. I reversed mine so when it’s on my right side the knife will deploy with the blade in my palm so it’s facing away from my body. I prefer this position as I can still close my fist easily with the handle in my hand. This is the preferred method of carry for self defense purposes.
All-in-all I’m very happy with this knife. For the price point you can’t go wrong. I compared it to a lot of similar knives and I’m glad I chose this one.
It’s razor sharp out of the box. The weight feels good in your hand but isn’t not even noticeable when it’s on a belt or even gym shorts.
It deploys easily if it’s anchored to a belt but a little trickier with gym shorts. It still deploys but you have to tug a bit harder to get it out which, is probably a good thing.
The clip is reversible which is really nice. It gives you the choice to not only carry right or left side but you can choose which way the handle is positioned too. I reversed mine so when it’s on my right side the knife will deploy with the blade in my palm so it’s facing away from my body. I prefer this position as I can still close my fist easily with the handle in my hand. This is the preferred method of carry for self defense purposes.
All-in-all I’m very happy with this knife. For the price point you can’t go wrong. I compared it to a lot of similar knives and I’m glad I chose this one.
10/10
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2021
10/10
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Ka-bar has never let me down. I have only had it out twice and used it once. Compact and very easy to get out efficiently especially if your on your back fighting for your life. Great to deliver a armpit puncture or go through logging to deliver a fast tendon slice. Like I said I have kmly had to use it once. Ka-bar has never let me down.
Reviewed in Canada on December 23, 2018
Just... wow.
Great feel, awesome sheath, razor-sharp outta the box, terrific size and obvious high-quality.
Definitely looking forward to using this as an EDC.
Small enough to not get in the way, but enough size to do serious damage... if need be.
Another quality product from Ka-Bar.
Once again, fantastic shipping via Intelcom.
(I love having stuff delivered on the weekend)
The steel used is unfortunately the "Taiwan" type often seen in mediocre blades. It's an overall good blade considering the type of knife, and it can be sharpened easily and can maintain a decent edge, but use it as a multi-purpose knife for camping or give a little abuse and the dulling will become evident. That's obviously the main purpose of this knife but it demonstrates the steel quality. Obviously nobody would expect this to be some CPM grade steel or anything, but it's a little lower grade than expected for a knife and company like this.