RECON SPECIAL
Military & Tactical Knives
A very stout fighting knife for a very rugged and serious business. Favored among USMC Reconnaissance Units. 7 1/2" doubled-edged fighting blade of 1/4" stock, 1 1/2" wide, 4 1/2" Micarta handle with 3 1/2" double fighting hilt and brass butt cap.
BOOT KNIFE
Military & Tactical Knives
Military/Personal Security also in the EDC This one sports Ironwood scales and decorative pins with brass hardware. 3 1/2" to 4 1/2" blade of 3/16" thick stock. Sheath style varies.
CRUSADER
Military & Tactical Knives
A trustworthy companion for anyone expecting trouble. Slender 7 1/2" blade of 1/4" stock.
1 1/4" at widest part of blade. 3" double-lugged fighting hilt if requested. 4 5/8" handle with brass butt cap. Ambidextrous sheath included.
PUSH DAGGER
Military & Tactical Knives
It was a favorite of Mississippi River Boat gamblers. A nice little carry blade when needed depending on the sheath style. 4" blade of 1/4 stock, 1" inch wide. Shown with Ironwood handle Custom Sheath is available.
THE SILENCER
Military & Tactical Knives
A Slimmer and lighter version of the rugged RECON SPECIAL. Similar to the famous British Sykes-Fairbrin Commando type fighting stiletto. 7 1/2" double-edged blade of 1/4" stock. 1 1/8" wide, 4 1/2" Micarta handle with 3 1/4" double fighting hilt and brass butt caps. Ambidextrous sheath shown.
Pilot/Crewman
Military & Tactical Knives
From Dan's 1967 brochure - A rugged knife built for rough use. Capable of hacking through a tough plexiglass canopy or chopping through the skin of an aircraft. 5.5" blade of .25" stock. A 4.75" full tapered tang handle. This one has green Micarta handle and brass hilt.
Green Beret
Military/Tactical Knives
Dan's description from the 1967 Brochure. Especially designed for an SF Lieutenant serving in Vietnam who needed a dependable knife that would stand up to the most adverse conditions. 8" blade of .25" stock. This one has the full length hidden tang with a micarta 4.75" handle and brass hardware. Ambidextrous sheath.
The Hoss
Military/Tactical Knives
Per Dan 1967. "Designed by a friend of mine in the famous Navy SEAL teams serving in Vietnam. Also a favorite of the Navy's U.D.T. Frogmen".
6.5" blade of .25" stock, with a full tapered tang. brass hilt and butt cap with micarta slabs.
I am currently working on one with a handle shaped similar to the Pilot/Crewman
Saltwater
Military/Tactical Knives
By popular demand I am bringing back this trustworthy model from the 1967 Brochure. I nave one in progress and will update the post when it is finished.
More to come
Military & Tactical Knives
I am currently working on a couple of new models to include in the DAN-D lineup. I will update as soon as they are completed.