TOPS Sidekick Diver Single Edge [SDIV-01]

TOPS Sidekick Diver Single Edge [SDIV-01]

A lot of dive knives function as emergency gear that often dull after just a few uses. Designed for divers who rely on their gear in critical moments, the Sidekick Diver maintains its edge through heavy work. Whether you are dispatching a fish or freeing yourself from entangled lines, this knife stays ready. Ana Espinoza designed this blade for our annual employee design challenge. It was built with a different approach than most dive gear.

5.75" (14.61cm) black traction coated partially serrated Bohler N690 stainless blade.

Key features

• Overall length: 11.25"
• Steel: Stainless Steel
• Handle: G10
• Sheath / carry system as specified
• A lot of dive knives function as emergency gear that often dull after just a few uses
• Designed for divers who rely on their gear in critical moments, the Sidekick Diver maintains its edge through heavy work
• Whether you are dispatching a fish or freeing yourself from entangled lines, this knife stays ready
• Ana Espinoza designed this blade for our annual employee design challenge
• It was built with a different approach than most dive gear
• Instead of chasing maximum corrosion resistance at the expense of performance, it was designed to function as a high-quality cutting tool first
• We wanted a knife that held an edge well but was also easy to sharpen and we wanted a steel that had good rust resistance
• To validate that balance, prototypes were run through repeated saltwater cycles

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