SOG Specialty Knives & Tools E37-K Seal Pup Elite Straight Knife with Kydex Sheath

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The E37-K SEAL Pup Elite Straight-Edge Knife with satin finish and Kydex sheath is SOG's new high-performance addition to the SEAL family of products. Sleek, attractive, and easy to operate, the E37-K showcases SOG's sophisticated style and quality construction. Designed for use by Navy SEALs, the E37-K features a thick steel stock (.185 inches), an AUS8 stainless steel heat-treated blade, a long ergonomic handle, deep finger grooves, and more.

The SOG E37-K SEAL Pup Elite Straight-Edge Knife Offers: A 4.85-inch straight blade with a satin finish Cryogenic heat-treated blade construction A contoured, textured, glass-reinforced Zytel handle A tactical Kydex sheath

The E37 was designed for use by Navy SEALs. View larger.

The durable, tactical Kydex sheath can be mounted in a variety of ways. View larger.

The E37-K's Kydex sheath is designed to endure practically any situation. Military belt and jump rated, the Kydex sheath can be mounted upside down, sideways on a belt, or strapped to your ankle. Additionally, the self-draining scabbard has a friction fit and a back-up nylon strap for extra security.

Cryogenic Heat Treatment Guarantees a Sharp, Dependable Blade
The E37-K offers a full, 4.85-inch, satin-finished, AUS8 stainless steel blade that has been treated with SOG's proprietary Cryogenic Heat Treatment process, which ensures that this blade will stay sharp over the long haul. This intensive process takes more than 48 hours and requires reducing the blade's temperature to less than -300 degrees Fahrenheit, then slowly heating it to room temperature. The stress created by this process strengthens the stainless steel at the atomic level and increases the blade's overall durability and edge retention.

Ergonomic, Lightweight Design Ensures Comfortable Use
Even if your blade is sharp, it's hard to make precise cuts if your knife doesn't fit comfortably in your hand. That's why this knife's handle is ergonomically contoured. Crafted from tough, glass-reinforced Zytel, the textured handle is also slip-free and well-balanced. Other ergonomic features include deep finger grooves and a blade spine rasp for easy notching, filing, and thumb placement. Also, at just 5.4 ounces, this knife is lightweight. A tactical Kydex sheath is included for convenient portability.

This knife is backed by a lifetime warranty that protects against defects in manufacturing and materials.

About SOG: Strong, Innovative Specialty Tools
SOG originally stood for Studies and Observation Group, an elite joint services military group designed to handle covert operations during the Vietnam War. SOG Specialty Knives & Tools was founded in the spirit of this elite group and became the first knife manufacturer to offer an expanded line that included fixed blades, folding knives, and multipurpose tools.

Each SOG product is created by company Founder and Chief Engineer, Spencer Frazer. Known for their uncompromising style and performance, these knives and tools showcase innovation, dependability, and a unique, futuristic style that has garnered awards and recognition worldwide. SOG products have also won favor among law enforcement, military, and industrial customers that rely on their tools to perform flawlessly in the toughest, most adverse conditions.

What's in the Box
E37-K Fixed blade knife and Kydex sheath.

Product Description

SOG SEAL Pup Elite Straight Edge Knife with Kydex Sheath. High performance steel. Because sometimes, you just have to have more. And the SEAL Pup Elite delivers. It means serious business and carries on the tradition of supplying the world's elite military forces. Super charged performance for the elite in us all: Thicker steel stock (.185); Satin finish blade; Newly designed longer ergonomic handle with deeper finger grooves; Racy new blade shape with longer cutting edge; Added blade spine rasp for notching, filing, and thumb placement; Injection molded glass reinforced handle scored with grip lines; The specs: Blade length: 4.85" x .185"; Overall length: 9.5"; Weight: 5.4 oz.; Edge: Straight; Steel: AUS 8; HRC: 57-58; Handle: Zytel; Finish: Satin; Sheath: Kydex.; Order yours today! WARNING: You must be 18 or older to purchase Cutlery. Cutlery cannot be shipped to Marin, Napa, Ventura and Yolo counties, CA; CO; CT; TN; D.C.; MA or Puerto Rico. Please check your State, County and City laws for restrictions before ordering Cutlery. SOG Seal Pup Elite Straight Edge Knife with Kydex Sheath, Satin

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B001QK3R0I
• Item model number: E37-K
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #41,774 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Knife - A Real Bargain... Coming from a Benchmade Diehard, September 16, 2009

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W. L. Holder (Phoenix, AZ, USA) - See all my reviews
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This is an excellent camping/hiking knife, which is exactly what I was looking for. The knife seems light for its size, yet is very sturdy and well made. The blade is VERY thick, noticeably thicker than the Benchmade fixed blade knives, but it is expertly carved and shaped to not feel thick. This makes for an incredibly sturdy knife that is still able to be used precisely, and doesnt feel like a hammer like other thick bladed knives. While I wouldn't recommend it for safety reasons, this knife could easily be used as a prybar if needed. The tang of the blade goes the full length of the handle, unlike cheaper copies.

After some use in the field I can say that the blade is strong and keeps an edge well. I have not tried anything silly like chopping down a tree, but it has cut plenty of rope and cord, trimmed dozens of sticks into marshmallow holders for the kids, and numerous other campsite duties without the need for sharpening as of yet. When it does require sharpening, I plan on sending it back to SOG for their $9 sharpening service to bring the edge back to factory new condition.

The blade is just long enough to be useful, but not so long as to make you look like a psychopath for wearing it on the trail. The handle is comfortable and sturdy. The back of the blade is knurled, not enough to be counted as a file or saw, but just enough to offer grip if needed for delicate work. In an emergency, I suppose the back of the knife could be used to saw soft woods or make a slot in a soft material. The area where the back of the blade meets the handle is smooth, just right if you put your thumb there for control, but also works well to stike the flint if you are like me and use a magnesium/flint fire starter while camping.

While comparing to my beloved fixed blade Benchmade knives, I am obligated to say that this is a better knife for REAL outdoor use. It may not be as pretty or sexy as some of the Benchmades, bit it is more functional. My Benchmades are gorgeous, and feel fantastic in the hand, but this knife is study, well designed, and perfectly featured for field use.

While I love the feel of the full size version of this knife (the SEAL approved knife), for anyone who isn't taking it into combat or disarming bombs with it, this is a much better knife.

***EDIT-UPDATE*** Its 2011 now, this knife is still one of my preferred and gets used regularly. Cant praise it enough. I also wanted to add that this knife is NOT USA made, now that Im at work and dont have it with me I cant recall if it is Taiwan or China, but it is one of the two. At least my specific model is, as it is stamped on the blade. Coincidentally, the photos on this item show the OTHER side of the blade, not the one stamped with the origin country. While I prefer USA made products, this one is great. I just wanted the info out there for people who take that into consideration on purchases.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Great knife for the great outdoors, September 25, 2010

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Sam Mills (Pacific NW) - See all my reviews
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I've used the same camping knife (Kershaw Amphibian) for almost 8 years now, and finally decided I wanted to move to a single edged knife instead of the double edged I use now.

After looking for a new camping knife for about a month, reading many reviews and watching many (bad) youtube videos, I finally decided to purchase this knife. I don't really care for serrations, as it just makes it harder to sharpen, and I have no need for the "tactical advantages" of the black TiNi finish. I did originally get the Kydex sheath, but after seeing it, it just felt flimsy and didn't have that great build quality feel to it, so I ended up ordering the Nylon sheath instead. It is much better.

The knife arrived razor sharp, with a light coat of oil on it. I'm not a fan of clip point knifes, but this is the first one I've held that didn't feel like it was going to break. The knife is thick and solid, very good feel to it. The handle is easy to grip, but feels very light in comparison to the blade. I like the fact it makes my load lighter on hiking trips, but I generally dislike knives where the blade is heavier than the handle (balance reasons).

Overall, I do give this knife 5/5 stars. It feels good when holding it, it's just the right size for my hands, and with the nylon sheath I can mount it a variety of different ways (plus it has a small pocket for my leatherman).

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EDIT: Well, I'm a little disapointed with the knife. Originally I gave this knife 4 stars, but I've changed that to 2. On a recent backpacking trip this year, it snapped in half while I was using it to split some wood. The blade had hit a knot, and on my next swing down (striking it on the spine),the blade split cleanly in to 2 pieces. I ended up using my friends Gerber Prodigy to finish the job. I liked the Gerber so much, that after the trip I ordered a Prodigy for myself, and have been using it since. I encourage anyone looking at this blade to take a look at the Gerber Prodigy before purchasing.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Knife., August 12, 2011

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Excellent knife, I carry it every time i go in to the woods. The blade is still very sharp after the past year or so of light use cutting rope, cutting/ batoning wood. I haven't used it for opening any can'ed food but it seems like the blade would cut right into a can of food if you needed to. the sheath is excellent as well it's stood up well to abuse of hiking and backpacking, I keep my fire starter (swedish steel fire starter) strapped to the sheath with paracord for easy access to start a fire.