The desire to masterfully own a knife in men is indestructible. The blade can be useful everywhere - both in the city and in nature. Knife models capable of satisfying the wishes of cold steel lovers are produced by SOG. The knives fully meet the requirements of the buyer: they resemble combat knives and perfectly cope with their functional duties - they cut, prick, and plan.
Company
The Vietnam War gave impetus to the modernization of military developments from weapons to equipment. In military operations, elite sabotage units — intelligence and special forces — played a large role. In 1964, the Research and Observation Group - SOG was created in the US Army. Knives were developed directly for its participants under the leadership of Conrad Baker. SOG served as Spencer Fraser, founder of the world-famous company SOG Specialty Knives & Tools, Inc.
Fraser began producing knives in 1986. He himself developed models, acting as a designer. Many years of experience in the production of children's toys helped Fraser organize profitable production.
Products
The modern range of the company offers three main types of knives :
- folding;
- multitools;
- with a fixed blade.
The company carries out government orders for the supply of reserve models of army and tactical combat (SOG Pentagon) knives for special services.
An impressive line of fixed-blade specimens has been developed for tourists and hunters. Multitools are also popular. Typically, a standard toolbox includes:
- flat screwdrivers (set);
- curly screwdriver;
- file;
- pliers (nippers or crimping tongs);
- scissors;
- ruler;
- bottle openers for cans and bottles;
- saw (wood);
- awl;
- half-serrated knife.
The set of devices may vary depending on the modification. The knives come complete with a cover, clip and cord for wearing on the neck.
SOG folding knife is equally popular. There are several dozen models for every taste. Compact size, light weight, reliable locking mechanisms, convenient fastening clips are ideal for daily wear. The company applies the most advanced technologies and materials:
- 440, AUS-8, VG-6 steel is used for the blade, coating with sodium titanium significantly improves the characteristics of the blade and its durability;
- the Arc-Lock mechanism eliminates the possibility of spontaneous opening and has a smooth opening mechanism;
- ergonomic handle with a notch for the fingers is made using aluminum, craton, thermoplastic and puff leather glued with epoxy resins;
- the sheath made of durable artificial materials and a special inner insert allow you to instantly remove the knife, and the fastenings for fixing the sheathed blade in the vertical (handle down or up) or horizontal positions do not allow the blade to fall out.
Successful model
SOG Pentagon S-14 is designed to help a fighter in hand-to-hand combat. It was designed for law enforcement agencies: police, special forces, army - this is a tactical universal knife. The release was launched in Japan and the United States in the early 90s of the last century. Currently, SOG combat knives of this model are produced in Taiwan. Description:
- Blade. Bilateral sharpening ( serreytornaya and pleinovaya), both end 3 cm from the guard. Shaving descent provides high penetration. The spear-shaped form of the blade suggests its use for piercing and chopping strikes. It has good cutting performance. Steel - AUS-8 with a hardness of 58 units (Rockwell scale) was invented in Japan. It is distinguished by high strength, wear resistance, anti-corrosion performance, it holds sharpening well.
- Handle. Oval in cross section, made of craton. The corrugated surface and ergonomic thought-out form of the handle provides a reliable comfortable grip. Lanyard hole of decent diameter.
Civilians praised the successful development of SOG. Knives belong to products of universal use. They will help out on the hunt or in the campaign, will serve as a reliable means of self-defense.
Characteristic
SOG Pentagon S-14 is the most successful development of the company in the line of tactical knives. They do not belong to throwing weapons, the center of gravity is noticeably offset towards the handle from the guard. Knife Feature:
- total length - 27.3 cm;
- blade length - 12.7 mm;
- blade thickness - 0.32 cm;
- steel grade - AUS 8;
- weight - 159 g;
- scabbard - nylon with a pocket for a grindstone.
Careful study of the design, attention to detail and strict quality control distinguish among others and make SOG products recognizable. Knives enjoy well-deserved popularity both among ordinary consumers and edged weapons collectors.