It’s almost summer. Things are heating up, and if you’re a scuba diver, it’s almost time for your next diving adventure. We’ve seen the movie “Into the Blue” like twenty times, and were finally able to notice something other than Jessica Alba in a bikini – like the fact that most divers have knives. Who knew?
Anyway, here are four dive knives you might try out on your next dive.
Rough Rider Shark Dive Knife (A) – $6.99
Sometimes when deep sea or lake bottom diving, you need an extra hand; you might not have time to sheath your knife, but you don’t want to lose it. Problem solved — a magnet to quickly secure your knife to your tank or any handy metal surface! Features: One-piece 440A stainless steel construction, black rubber grip inserts, lanyard hole with fold-out magnet. This knife has a 2-5/8″ partially serrated blade with line cutter notch and is 7″ overall. It comes with a black composition sheath with lashing slots, drain holes, and adjustable rubber arm/leg strap.
Shcrade Water Dive Knife (B) – $19.99
Features: black coated 7Cr17MoV high carbon stainless steel blade, double edged blunt point blade with one edge partially serrated with line cutter and the other side offers a fine edge with partial saw, lanyard holes, and green phosphorescent TPR molded handle. This knife has a 4.75″ long, 1/8″ thick blade, with a rat tail full tang. 7-1/4″ overall. It comes with a black Snap-In PP sheath with drain hole and leg, vest and belt carry options.
Kershaw Sea Hunter Blunt Tip (C) – $34.99
The Kershaw Sea Hunter is a slim, lightweight dive knife. And in this version, it has a blunt tip for added no nick safety. Like the regular Sea Hunter, the blade is 420J2 stainless steel for corrosion resistance, while the open-tang construction cuts down on unnecessary weight. Partial serrations on the top of the blade makes it easy to cut through net or line or use the built-in cord-cutter notch. The Sea Hunter’s injection-molded handles have neon accents so they’re easy to see in a marine environment. The Sea Hunter comes with the Kershaw Diver’s Sheath with a press-n-pull mechanism that locks the blade in the sheath and secures it regardless of your position in the water. Depth-compensating leg straps have adjustable quick-release buckles, too. The Blunt-Tip Sea Hunter can make a life-saving difference if you get tangled in line, nets, kelp or anything else lurking under the water. Features: 420 J2 stainless steel blade, blunt tip with line cutter, black/neon yellow co-polymer handle, a 3-5/8″ Bladethat is 1/8″ thick. This knife is 7-3/4″ overall and comes with the aforementioned diver’s sheath.
M Essentials Saturna Watersports & Dive Knife (D) – $29.99
When you’re diving, fishing, kayaking or rafting, you need a high quality survival knife thats easy to carry and ready for use. This knife is perfect in the woods, in the field or underwater. Its a great survival knife as well. The Saturna features a three-inch, blunt tip, fixed blade. Its made of tough, corrosion-resistant 420 stainless steel, with a KYDEX quick-release sheath, and it completely disassembles for easy cleaning. Strap it to your leg or attach it to your PFD or BCD. It’s so light, you won’t know its there. Features: 420J2 stainless steel construction blunt tip blade with serrated spine, hard rubber handle scales, completely disassembles for easy cleaning, lanyard hole, leg or vest mountable. This knife has a 3-1/16″ and is 6.75″ overall. It comes with an ultra-tough Kydex sheath that features a quick-release design.
