Stroup Knives MK2 Tactical Knife | 1095 Steel Combat Fixed Blade

Operator-Designed. Mission-Driven.

The Stroup Knives MK2 Tactical Knife was developed in collaboration with an active-duty tier one operator and built for real-world combat performance. This is not a showpiece. It is a purpose-driven fixed blade combat knife engineered for precision, strength, and decisive action.

Handmade in North Carolina from full-tang 1095 high carbon steel, the MK2 features a slim 4 inch blade with a penetrating profile ideal for piercing, defensive use, and close-quarters applications. Hardened to 58 to 59 HRC, this 1095 steel tactical knife balances edge durability with impact toughness for field use.

At 8 inches overall, the Stroup MK2 sits in the sweet spot between a compact EDC fixed blade and a full-capability combat knife. Lightweight, low-profile, and fast to deploy, this American-made tactical knife is built for operators, serious EDC users, and anyone who demands reliability under pressure.

If you are searching for a tactical combat knife, 1095 fixed blade knife, or operator-designed field knife, the Stroup Knives MK2 delivers uncompromising performance.

Why We Love the Stroup Knives MK2 Tactical Combat Knife:

The Stroup Knives MK2 Tactical Knife does exactly what a combat fixed blade should do. It is slim, aggressive, and built for tight spaces and critical moments.

The penetrating blade profile gives this knife serious piercing capability, while the G10 handle wrapped in nitrile provides a secure, non-slip grip in wet, cold, or high-stress conditions. This is the kind of tactical knife you carry when you expect unpredictable environments and zero margin for error.

Stroup builds knives the right way. Full tang construction. American made steel. No gimmicks. Just a serious self defense and combat-ready fixed blade.

Key Features of the Stroup Knives MK2 1095 Steel Tactical Combat Knife:

• Handmade in North Carolina by Stroup Knives

• Full-tang 1095 high carbon steel fixed blade construction

• Blade hardness 58 to 59 HRC for edge durability and toughness

• 4 inch slim blade optimized for piercing and tactical use

• Overall length 8 inches

• Blade thickness 5/32 inch

• G10 handle wrapped in nitrile for non-slip grip

• Includes Kydex sheath with Blade Tech Tech Lock belt clip

• Developed in collaboration with an active-duty tier one operator

• Lightweight, low-profile combat knife for tactical, EDC, and field use