Gear Aid Kotu Tanto Survival Knife
Gear Aid Kotu Tanto Survival Knife
Built for survival, the Kotu Tanto Knife has a fixed blade and sheath that easily mounts to your body or gear for fast access. With a lightweight tactical design, the Kotu�s tough, full tang blade is also useful on hunting and fishing trips. Whether you�re pursuing game or on a field mission, be prepared with the Kotu knife by GEAR AID. Titanium-coated 3� tanto-style blade has both straight and serrated edges for cutting through almost any bind.
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Overview
The Kotu is a compact fixed-blade tanto with a half-serrated edge, full-tang build, and a quick-release sheath. It's sized for camp chores and everyday carry, not chopping.
Key features
- 3-inch tanto blade, 5Cr15 stainless steel, titanium-coated (0.13 in thick)
- Combination edge: plain front, serrated rear for rope and strap
- Full-tang construction for prying and hard use at the tip
- Molded quick-release sheath with removable stainless belt clip
- Acetal handle with paracord slot and bottle opener
- Pointed glass-breaker pommel
- 3.7 oz bare, 5.6 oz with sheath, ~8 in overall
Use cases
Camp setup, hunting, fishing, and EDC where a small, fast-deploy fixed blade beats a folder. The body- or gear-mount sheath keeps it reachable, and the serrated section earns its keep on webbing and cordage.
- Blade shape: Tanto
- Blade length: 3 in
- Blade steel: 5Cr15 stainless
- Blade thickness: 0.13 in
- Coating: Titanium-coated
- Edge: Plain front + serrated rear
- Tang: Full tang
- Overall length: ~8 in
- Weight (knife): 3.7 oz
- Weight (with sheath): 5.6 oz
- Handle material: Acetal, paracord slot + bottle opener
- Sheath: Molded, quick-release, removable stainless belt clip
- Extras: Glass-breaker pommel
What steel is the blade, and will it rust?
It's 5Cr15 stainless with a titanium coating. That's an easy-to-resharpen utility steel, not a premium edge-holder. It resists rust, but wipe it dry and put a light oil on the edge after wet use and it stays spot-free.
Is it full tang?
Yes. The steel runs the full length of the handle, so the knife takes a prying load at the tip without a weak joint.
Why a tanto tip instead of a drop-point?
The tanto's reinforced angular point is built for piercing and prying. It drives through tough material and handles point pressure that would flex or roll a thinner curved tip.
How do I carry it?
The molded sheath is quick-release with a removable stainless belt clip. It mounts to a belt, pack strap, or gear, and the knife pulls free fast for one-handed draw.
Can I baton or chop with it?
No. It's a 3-inch utility blade, not a chopper. Use it for cutting, slicing, and detail work; reach for a bigger fixed blade or hatchet when you need to baton or split wood.
What's the serrated section for?
The rear serrations bite through rope, webbing, and strap faster than a plain edge — handy for cutting line, cordage, or a stuck seatbelt-grade strap in a pinch.