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Great ergonomics!
Finally pulled the trigger on buying a Difensa. Really had no choice now that it's available in Magnacut. This will be a great companion to my Phrike and 4" Folder. Looking forward to putting the Difensa through its paces. One odd thing, when it arrived the kydex sheath needed some break-in with the knife, which of course is normal. I quickly popped the knife in and out of the sheath exactly 10 times. Then when I looked, the coating had already worn off the blade down to metal in several places. And the knife arrived with a 2mm long scratch in the coating, right down to shiny metal. None of that is an issue for me since this will be a hard use field knife anyway, but that kind of thing might matter to some folks. All in all though, the ergonomics are phenomenal, and no doubt the MagnaCut will perform beyond expectations. Looking forward to putting this thing through some hard use!
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Great Knife!
When I recd the Difensa and leather sheath I was very happy with the quality of both. I had to return both only because I wanted a knife I could carry on a daily basis and it was too big. I have request an exchange for the Trout and match leather sheath. Customer service was great! The exchange request was made with no issues and now I am waiting for them to receive the Difensa and send me the Trout.
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Still have not recieved it.
Still have not recieved it. And Spartan Knives did not answer on any of my emails. Total ignirance and arrogance.
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Difensa
This is my second Spartan fixed blade and won’t be my last. I can honestly say it would be the first knife I’d grab for any trek into the woods. The Harsey handles always fit extremely well into the hand with no hotspots. The fit and finish is spot on from Spartan. It’s got good weight and so far has held an edge very nicely with moderate to heavy use in the 3 outings I’ve used it on. Can’t recommend this knife enough.
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Difensa
The good and the great: handles are perfectly sculpted, one of the most comfortable knives to hold in hand. Ergonomics are outstanding. Weight is perfectly balanced, blade geometry and design is excellent. Jimping on top is grippy and perfect, no hot spots. Sheath is top quality. Less than great: not shaving sharp out of the box. Slicing paper it was a bit toothy/gritty. I had to run over a strop a few times and that smoothed it out and it’s nice and slicey now.
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Difensa
Very happy with this knife , top quality , fast shipping to NEW Zealand ,
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Awesome Blade !!!!
The Spartan Harsey Difensa is one of if not the finest knife I own, I have two in different configurations both are awesome !!
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High quality product
My SPARTAN HARSEY DIFENSA is the best investment I made. The craftsmanship and quality is worth every penny. Excellent shopping experience and was shipped quickly . Will buy again.
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High quality product
My SPARTAN HARSEY DIFENSA is the best investment I made. The craftsmanship and quality is worth every penny. Excellent shopping experience and was shipped quickly . Will buy again.
Spartan Harsey Difensa
In 1943, a pivotal battle unfolded in Italy between the U.S. / Canadian First Special Service Force and German troops, famously known as the Battle for Monte la Difensa. The valorous efforts of these forces were instrumental in securing an Allied victory in Italy.
Responding to a commission from Canadian special forces, Spartan Blades and master knifemaker William Harsey embarked on a mission to create a blade of exceptional caliber. Thus, the Spartan Harsey Difensa was born, paying homage to the collaboration and triumph of Canadian and U.S. forces.
The Spartan-Harsey Difensa stands as a versatile fixed blade knife, seamlessly integrating tactical prowess with survival capabilities. Engineered with precision and durability in mind, this knife is tailored for individuals who demand high-performance tools in the most demanding situations. With meticulous craftsmanship, it excels as both a tactical and survival knife, boasting robust construction and expert design for reliable deployment and handling in challenging outdoor scenarios.
Experience unrivaled precision with the Spartan Harsey Difensa, a testament to William Harsey's design expertise. Featuring an overall length of 11 5/8 inches, this knife sports a 6 1/4-inch blade crafted from durable CPM MagnaCut steel. Its 3/16-inch thickness, coupled with a Spear Point and flat ground main bevel with tapered top edge, ensures peak performance in any scenario.
Customize your Difensa with the SpartaCoat coating, available in PVD - T
ungsten DLC (Black) or ZrN (Flat Dark Earth). The handle, made from 3D Contoured CE Canvas Micarta® in Black or Green, offers a secure and comfortable grip.
Weighing just 0.710 pounds, the Spartan Harsey Difensa is a lightweight yet powerful tactical companion. Elevate your collection and tactical preparedness with this exceptional knife, meticulously crafted to marry precision engineering with high-quality materials.
Unveil the superior specifications of the Spartan Harsey Difensa:
- Knife Name: Spartan Harsey Difensa
- Designer: William Harsey
- Overall Length: 11 5/8"
- Blade Length: 6 1/4"
- Blade Thickness: 3/16"
- Blade Steel: CPM MagnaCut
- Blade Hardness: 61-63 HRC
- Blade Style: Spear Point - Flat ground main bevel with tapered top edge
- Coating: SpartaCoat - PVD - Tungsten DLC (Black) or ZrN (Flat Dark Earth)
- Handle Material: 3D Contoured CE Canvas Micarta® Black or Green
- Weight: 0.710 LBS
