Marauder | Survival, Camp and Backpacking Knife Series | CPM-MagnaCut Steel | NEW Monsoon Finish
I believe it was Dawson knives which, around 3 years ago, did a limited run of some knives based around the designs of a man who frequently featured short blades with full-length handles [Sorry, but I can't locate the photos at the moment]. I regretted not having the money at the time to buy one. But, a few months ago, I was pleasantly surprised to discover the Dawson Steadfast - 2 3/4" blade with a 3 3/4" handle - really perfect for me.
I also appreciate the substantial finger-guard, the CPM Magnacut, the clip point, (for detail work) and, (unbeknownst to me before purchasing) the hollow grind. Really, this knife seems so imbued with quality it practically has a personna.
The only shortcoming for me (and others have brought this up) is that I wish Dawson offered a Taco-Sheath option (or as a separate order even). If they do so in the future, I will certainly purchase one. As it stands, I know of no sheath company offering a Steadfast, so I may just get one for a relatively similar sized knife (such as the Esse-3?) and heat-gun it into conformity. But, in all other regards, I am delighted and consider my search for a great, pocketable fixed-blade to have basically ended. My Steadfast seems more like a custom than a production knife.
Oh, I forgot to mention, since one wouldn't want to do heavy prying with a relatively thin-bladed clip-point, it's great that the designer included a sort of pry-bar, large-screwdriver at the lanyard-end of the knife.
-Blake Conley
Beautiful knife, blade came sharp.. And I mean sharp right out the box! This will be my new edc for a long time. Thanks Dawson, I can’t wait til my next purchase God bless
Beautiful blade. Love the sheath quality and zero rattle. Question; I actually prefer the 85% available handle outside the sheath style to get a better purchase and a thumb push ramp. Can you modify for me? I will compensate the crew.
Awesome knives sharpest out of the box .
Love it . Would be awesome if they would make leather sheath
Beautiful Knife but Sturdy