Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
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MADE IN THE USA WITH 80CRV STEEL

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Saint Philip is a modern interpretation of the legendary V-42 fighting knife, created in collaboration with decorated Green Beret Nick Freitas and named in honor of Saint Philip, a patron associated with U.S. Army Special Forces.

Inspired by the iconic dagger carried by the First Special Service Force during World War II and later immortalized in the insignia of Army Special Forces, Saint Philip preserves the unmistakable spirit of the original alongside Dawson’s modern approach to American knife making. The slender stiletto profile and aggressive point are engineered from heavy-duty 3/16" 80CRV2 steel for exceptional piercing performance, while a full solid-steel tang and rugged construction give the design the strength expected of a modern hard-use blade. 

Finished with Dawson’s signature Topographic-sculpted G10 handle and a custom Carbon Fiber Kydex sheath, Saint Philip is a tribute to the history, faith, and fighting spirit behind one of America’s most recognizable military blades. 100% designed and crafted in the USA.
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$ 415.00
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Saint Philip Dagger
Blade Finish
Handle
Blade Finish
Handle

Saint Philip is a modern interpretation of the legendary V-42 fighting knife, created in collaboration with decorated Green Beret Nick Freitas and named in honor of Saint Philip, a patron associated with U.S. Army Special Forces.

Inspired by the iconic dagger carried by the First Special Service Force during World War II and later immortalized in the insignia of Army Special Forces, Saint Philip preserves the unmistakable spirit of the original alongside Dawson’s modern approach to American knife making. The slender stiletto profile and aggressive point are engineered from heavy-duty 3/16" 80CRV2 steel for exceptional piercing performance, while a full solid-steel tang and rugged construction give the design the strength expected of a modern hard-use blade. 

Finished with Dawson’s signature Topographic-sculpted G10 handle and a custom Carbon Fiber Kydex sheath, Saint Philip is a tribute to the history, faith, and fighting spirit behind one of America’s most recognizable military blades. 100% designed and crafted in the USA.
Quantity
$ 415.00
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The Patron Saint of Special Forces

Saint Philip Neri was not a warrior. He carried no sword, commanded no army and sought no earthly rank. His influence came instead through service, teaching and an extraordinary ability to lead others by example. Centuries after his death, these qualities would resonate within one of America's most capable military communities, and Saint Philip Neri would become recognized as the patron saint of U.S. Army Special Forces.

Philip devoted his life to those around him—meeting people where they were, building trust and calling them toward something greater than themselves. His legacy was one of humility, courage, selflessness and leadership. They are qualities that extend far beyond the battlefield, and qualities that speak directly to the unique role of the Green Beret: not simply a fighter, but a teacher, an advisor and a leader entrusted to operate where others cannot.

The Force Knife

Long before the Green Beret became an American icon, the soldiers of the First Special Service Force carried a weapon built specifically for men operating beyond the conventions of ordinary warfare. Developed during World War II, the V-42 was a purpose-built fighting knife created for the joint American-Canadian commando unit. Slim, double-edged and unmistakable in profile, it became known among the men simply as the Force Knife—a weapon inseparable from the identity of the elite unit that carried it.

The First Special Service Force was disbanded in 1944, but the V-42 endured. Its silhouette was carried forward into the heraldry of U.S. Army Special Forces, where the dagger remains a link between generations of unconventional warriors. More than eighty years after its creation, the V-42 has come to represent the heritage, courage and quiet lethality associated with those tasked to work behind enemy lines, train alongside partner forces and accomplish missions far outside the conventional battlefield.

The Blade and the Man

Saint Philip brings these two traditions together. Inspired by the patron saint whose life represented service and leadership, and by the fighting knife that has represented Special Forces for generations, Dawson Knives and Green Beret Nick Freitas have reimagined the V-42 for the modern warrior.

The V-42 represents what the Green Beret is capable of. Saint Philip represents the character expected of the man entrusted with that capability. Together, they form a blade rooted in the history of those who came before—and built to carry that legacy forward.

The Patron Saint of Special Forces

Saint Philip Neri was not a warrior. He carried no sword, commanded no army and sought no earthly rank. His influence came instead through service, teaching and an extraordinary ability to lead others by example. Centuries after his death, these qualities would resonate within one of America's most capable military communities, and Saint Philip Neri would become recognized as the patron saint of U.S. Army Special Forces.

Philip devoted his life to those around him—meeting people where they were, building trust and calling them toward something greater than themselves. His legacy was one of humility, courage, selflessness and leadership. They are qualities that extend far beyond the battlefield, and qualities that speak directly to the unique role of the Green Beret: not simply a fighter, but a teacher, an advisor and a leader entrusted to operate where others cannot.

The Force Knife

Long before the Green Beret became an American icon, the soldiers of the First Special Service Force carried a weapon built specifically for men operating beyond the conventions of ordinary warfare. Developed during World War II, the V-42 was a purpose-built fighting knife created for the joint American-Canadian commando unit. Slim, double-edged and unmistakable in profile, it became known among the men simply as the Force Knife—a weapon inseparable from the identity of the elite unit that carried it.

The First Special Service Force was disbanded in 1944, but the V-42 endured. Its silhouette was carried forward into the heraldry of U.S. Army Special Forces, where the dagger remains a link between generations of unconventional warriors. More than eighty years after its creation, the V-42 has come to represent the heritage, courage and quiet lethality associated with those tasked to work behind enemy lines, train alongside partner forces and accomplish missions far outside the conventional battlefield.

The Blade and the Man

Saint Philip brings these two traditions together. Inspired by the patron saint whose life represented service and leadership, and by the fighting knife that has represented Special Forces for generations, Dawson Knives and Green Beret Nick Freitas have reimagined the V-42 for the modern warrior.

The V-42 represents what the Green Beret is capable of. Saint Philip represents the character expected of the man entrusted with that capability. Together, they form a blade rooted in the history of those who came before—and built to carry that legacy forward.

Nick Freitas

Nick Freitas is a Christian, husband, father, former Green Beret, and public leader whose life has been shaped by service, responsibility, and the defense of liberty.

 

After enlisting in the United States Army, Nick became a member of the Army Special Forces and served two combat tours in Iraq. The experience reinforced his belief that freedom must be understood, defended, and passed on to the next generation.

 

Nick later served in the Virginia House of Delegates, where he became nationally recognized for his ability to clearly articulate the principles behind faith, individual liberty, constitutional government, and personal responsibility. Today, he continues that mission as the host of Making the Argument, building an audience around thoughtful conversations about politics, culture, marriage, fatherhood, and biblical masculinity.

 

His collaboration with Dawson Knives draws from those same convictions. Inspired by the life of Christian samurai Takayama Ukon, Justo represents the courage to remain faithful when obedience comes at a cost—and the strength required to stand firm without surrendering one’s principles.

Find Nick on your favorite social media:

Check out Nick's podcast "Making The ARGUMENT" here

PREORDER NICK'S NEW BOOK:

THE MANBOOK: A POINT-BY-POINT GUIDE TO SUCKING IT UP AND GETTING THE JOB DONE

Nick Freitas

Nick Freitas is a Christian, husband, father, former Green Beret, and public leader whose life has been shaped by service, responsibility, and the defense of liberty.

 

After enlisting in the United States Army, Nick became a member of the Army Special Forces and served two combat tours in Iraq. The experience reinforced his belief that freedom must be understood, defended, and passed on to the next generation.

 

Nick later served in the Virginia House of Delegates, where he became nationally recognized for his ability to clearly articulate the principles behind faith, individual liberty, constitutional government, and personal responsibility. Today, he continues that mission as the host of Making the Argument, building an audience around thoughtful conversations about politics, culture, marriage, fatherhood, and biblical masculinity.

 

His collaboration with Dawson Knives draws from those same convictions. Inspired by the life of Christian samurai Takayama Ukon, Justo represents the courage to remain faithful when obedience comes at a cost—and the strength required to stand firm without surrendering one’s principles.

Find Nick on your favorite social media:

 

 

Check out Nick's podcast "Making The ARGUMENT" here

 

PREORDER NICK'S NEW BOOK:

THE MANBOOK: A POINT-BY-POINT GUIDE TO SUCKING IT UP AND GETTING THE JOB DONE

THIS COLLABORATION SUPPORTS

A portion of the proceeds from every Saint Philip sold supports the Free Burma Rangers. FBR serves people caught in conflicts in Burma, Iraq, Syria, Ukraine, and Tajikistan by providing front line medical relief, human rights documentation, basic needs, and the love of Jesus, where and when the need is greatest.

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THIS COLLABORATION SUPPORTS

A portion of the proceeds from every Saint Philip sold supports the Free Burma Rangers. FBR serves people caught in conflicts in Burma, Iraq, Syria, Ukraine, and Tajikistan by providing front line medical relief, human rights documentation, basic needs, and the love of Jesus, where and when the need is greatest.

LEARN MORE