Formido-Self-Defense / Every Day Carry

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Formido – Self-Defense Everyday Carry Fixed Blade Knife

 

Introducing the Formido Self-Defense Everyday Carry Knife, a cutting-edge fixed blade that redefines comfort, durability, and reliability. This knife, meticulously designed by Curtis Iovito, is your ultimate companion for everyday carry and self-defense scenarios.

  • Knife Name: Formido
  • Designer(s): Curtis Iovito
  • Blade Length: 3.875"
  • Overall Length: 8.75"
  • Blade Thickness: 3/16"
  • Blade Steel: CPM MagnaCut
  • Blade Hardness: 61-63 HRC
  • Blade Style: Fixed, Straight Back
  • Coating: PVD – Tungsten DLC (Flat Black) or ZrN (Flat Dark Earth)
  • Sheath: Kydex (Black or Coyote to match blade finish)
  • Weight: 0.157 lbs
  • Purposeful Fixed Blade Design – Skeletonized fixed blade optimized for self-defense and everyday carry. Slim profile for comfortable carry and rapid deployment.
  • Premium Craftsmanship – Constructed from CPM MagnaCut steel for exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance, ensuring lasting durability.
  • Advanced PVD Coating – Tungsten DLC in Flat Black or ZrN in Flat Dark Earth for enhanced durability and distinctive style.
  • Versatile Carry Options – Kydex sheath designed for inside-the-waistband (IWB) or horizontal carry, available in Black or Coyote.

The Formido Fixed Blade Knife by Spartan is a fusion of functionality and style, purpose-built for everyday carry and self-defense. With its premium materials, purposeful design, and versatile carry options, the Formido delivers reliability and performance wherever life takes you

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29 Reviews

  • 5
    Excellence in Minimalism

    Published by Edward G Shattuck on Nov 24th 2025

    I just received my second Formido in black. This is a great edc blade. Light and flat but very substantial in the hand. I carry it in the Mercharness shoulder rig. The blade itself is fearsome and from what I've seen so far has serious cutting ability. You won't get a better self defense blade. Strong. Simple. Very effective.

  • 5
    Nice Blade

    Published by Edward G Shattuck on Nov 12th 2025

    I should have gotten one sooner. Feels very good in the hand and has excellent balance. This is a perfect edc blade. Very aggressive blade. Excellent grip. I'm using a tactical tether to carry it as a shoulder rig. Excellent self defense blade. I highly recommend this blade for anyone looking for a top rate defensive blade. You won't get anything better.

  • 5
    FDE Formido w Kydex Sheath

    Published by Albert on Jun 11th 2024

    Exactly what I was looking for. A very flat easy to carry knife with a sharp blade and comfortable handle.

  • 5
    Formido Self-Defense

    Published by Howard Silverstein on Mar 14th 2023

    Great small knife that is easy to conceal and still can be deployed in a defensive situation. I carry it in my front pocket and keep it in a small nylon case holder. I prefer this to kydex for this small knife. Great knife well finished and another Spartan winner....

  • 5
    Spartan Formido

    Published by Howard S. on Feb 15th 2023

    This is pretty much perfect for EDC. Small enough to carry easily and discretely, but tough enough to handle tough duty. Highly recommend.

  • 5
    Better than most other knives

    Published by David on Oct 12th 2022

    I was looking at a knife for twice the price when I checked Spartan and saw this one. The CPM S45VN holds edge for a very long time. This is my new EDC, walk the dog, on my dresser knife at night knife.

  • 5
    Spartan Formido

    Published by Paul on May 27th 2022

    I’ve been wanting a Spartan knife since seeing the videos of them at Blade Show in 2018. The Formido definitely doesn’t disappoint. It’s a perfect size for me to cary around all day. It’s a bit heavier than it looks, though I wouldn’t call it a heavy knife. I like the weight, it feels substantial in my hand. The finish is perfect and the machining on the handle is really nice. Also, the sheath is the best fitting kydex sheath I’ve ever used. I have several Tops knives, which have great kydex sheaths but this one is a whole new level. It fits the blade so perfectly, it’s just incredible. I also have to say I’m very happy with Spartan’s customer service. I emailed a question I had about sheath mounting hardware and I had a reply the same day that was super helpful. If you love high quality knives and love America, buy a Spartan. You’ll be thrilled that you did.

  • 5
    Spartan Formido

    Published by Noah Kingrey on Sep 21st 2021

    Very slim and trim knife. Very easy to carry and conceal. Mine came sharp and ready to run. I’ve carried it for 7months at least 3x a week.

  • 5
    A work of art!

    Published by Giovanni S. on Sep 8th 2021

    This knife is truly in a class of its own, like their online blog says I could not agree more. I ordered the black Formido and I love the matte color, it’s sleek and looks fantastic it’s a beautiful knife. The steel used is superb, it’s super sharp out of the box, the fact that they use the S45VN steel goes to show Spartan Blades truly wants the best steel in their knives. The PVD coating makes this knife feel very good in the hands, it’s smooth and yet slip resistant in water, this knife grips well in the hands for not having handles. I love the ergonomics and most of all the triangles, in the handle give it that thumb traction as well as a very unique look. You do not have to wrap this knife in paracord, unless you like adding that to your knife, it’s not needed. I went with the ballistic nylon sheath, top quality. Spartan Blades goes the distance. Made in the US, this could not get any better!

  • 5
    Formido

    Published by Jay on Aug 24th 2021

    Incredible knife. Extremely sharp and well made. Great balance and feels good in the hand. Can’t buy blades from anyone else now. I’m a Spartan convert.