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The Ka-Bar 1218 USMC is the iconic 7-inch fixed blade knife that's been a standard-issue companion for U.S. Marines and serious outdoorsmen for decades. This part-serrated fixed blade combines a clip-point design with a brown leather handle, delivering a tool that works just as hard in the field, camp, or hunting situation as it does on a workbench. Ka-Bar's reputation for durability and honest performance makes this one of the few knives worth keeping close.
Built around a 1095 Cro-Van steel blade, the Ka-Bar 1218 balances edge retention with ease of sharpening—qualities that matter when you need your knife to stay functional in remote conditions. The partial serration gives you a hybrid edge: the plain section holds a keen edge for slicing and detail work, while the serrated teeth handle rope, synthetic materials, and tasks where a smooth blade might slip. It's a practical compromise that doesn't force you into a single-purpose tool.
The brown leather handle is built to last and breaks in with use, developing character while maintaining secure grip. A leather sheath comes with the knife, purpose-built for belt carry and field storage. Whether you're hunting, camping, fishing, or just need a dependable fixed blade for backcountry work, this Ka-Bar delivers the straightforward functionality that's made the design relevant across generations of users.
| Blade Length | 7 inches |
| Blade Steel | 1095 Cro-Van |
| Blade Style | Fixed clip-point, part serrated |
| Handle Material | Brown leather |
| Includes | Leather sheath |
| Model | Ka-Bar 1218 USMC |
The knife ships with a fitted brown leather sheath designed for belt carry and field storage.
Yes. The 7-inch fixed blade and part-serrated edge make it practical for field dressing, campsite tasks, rope work, and general backcountry use. The fixed design means no moving parts to fail in tough conditions.
The plain section of the blade delivers a sharp, slicing edge for detail cuts and fine work. The serrated teeth grip and cut through rope, synthetic materials, and other tough items where a smooth blade might slip. This hybrid approach gives you versatility in one knife.
The Ka-Bar 1218 is the USMC variant of Ka-Bar's legendary fixed blade knife, known for its service history and proven field performance across generations of professional and civilian users.
SKU: 115663718 • Width: 3.3in • Height: 2.4in • Depth: 13.7in • Weight: 1.15oz
Availability: In Stock
The Ka-Bar 1218 USMC is the iconic 7-inch fixed blade knife that's been a standard-issue companion for U.S. Marines and serious outdoorsmen for decades. This part-serrated fixed blade combines a clip-point design with a brown leather handle, delivering a tool that works just as hard in the field, camp, or hunting situation as it does on a workbench. Ka-Bar's reputation for durability and honest performance makes this one of the few knives worth keeping close.
Built around a 1095 Cro-Van steel blade, the Ka-Bar 1218 balances edge retention with ease of sharpening—qualities that matter when you need your knife to stay functional in remote conditions. The partial serration gives you a hybrid edge: the plain section holds a keen edge for slicing and detail work, while the serrated teeth handle rope, synthetic materials, and tasks where a smooth blade might slip. It's a practical compromise that doesn't force you into a single-purpose tool.
The brown leather handle is built to last and breaks in with use, developing character while maintaining secure grip. A leather sheath comes with the knife, purpose-built for belt carry and field storage. Whether you're hunting, camping, fishing, or just need a dependable fixed blade for backcountry work, this Ka-Bar delivers the straightforward functionality that's made the design relevant across generations of users.
| Blade Length | 7 inches |
| Blade Steel | 1095 Cro-Van |
| Blade Style | Fixed clip-point, part serrated |
| Handle Material | Brown leather |
| Includes | Leather sheath |
| Model | Ka-Bar 1218 USMC |
The knife ships with a fitted brown leather sheath designed for belt carry and field storage.
Yes. The 7-inch fixed blade and part-serrated edge make it practical for field dressing, campsite tasks, rope work, and general backcountry use. The fixed design means no moving parts to fail in tough conditions.
The plain section of the blade delivers a sharp, slicing edge for detail cuts and fine work. The serrated teeth grip and cut through rope, synthetic materials, and other tough items where a smooth blade might slip. This hybrid approach gives you versatility in one knife.
The Ka-Bar 1218 is the USMC variant of Ka-Bar's legendary fixed blade knife, known for its service history and proven field performance across generations of professional and civilian users.
SKU: 115663718 • Width: 3.3in • Height: 2.4in • Depth: 13.7in • Weight: 1.15oz
