Spartan Blades

CQB Tool

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Spartan CQB Tool: Your Close Quarters Battle Companion

The Spartan CQB Tool lives up to its name, designed specifically for Close Quarters Battle scenarios. This ring dagger comes with a Kydex sheath that perfectly complements the ring, allowing for quick and efficient removal. The sheath is strategically designed to attach to MOLLE/PALS systems, fitting snugly behind magazines or other front pouches on a vest. Alternatively, it can be carried on a belt or inside the waistband for easy access.

The concept behind the CQB Tool was developed by Greg Thompson, a renowned instructor of close-quarters fighting techniques for the US Special Forces. Mr. Thompson, the founder of the H2H/Team ROC training group, and developer of the Special Operations Combatives Program (SOCP), designed this tool to be part of the program gear. The CQB Tool, also known as the "transition tool," serves as a slim, easily stowed knife with rapid acquisition capabilities for grappling situations in a CQB fight. The ring and slim profile design allow operators to quickly deploy and utilize the dagger, breaking free from an attacker's grasp and facilitating a smooth transition back to their primary weapon system.

Specifications:

  • Knife Name: CQB Tool
  • Designers: Thompson/Iovito/Carey
  • Overall Length: 6 15/16"
  • Blade Length: 2 7/8" (Half Sharpened)
  • Blade Thickness: 0.180"
  • Blade Steel: 154CM
  • Blade Hardness: 57-59 HRC
  • Blade Style: Saber Ground Dagger
  • Coating: SpartaCoat - PVD - Tungsten DLC (Black) or ZrN (Flat Dark Earth)
  • Sheath: Kydex (Black) or (Coyote) to match blade finish respectively.
  • Weight: 0.126 LBS (Knife)

The Spartan CQB Tool is your reliable companion in the heat of close-quarters battle situations, offering a perfect blend of functionality and rapid accessibility. Made in America with elite-grade materials and subjected to a double-deep cryo-heat treatment, it stands ready for any mission.

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81 Reviews

  • 5
    CQB Tool

    Published by Luther on Sep 3rd 2025

    I'm not an expert using a CQB Tool, so this is what I see. The point is sharp, very sharp and has a small dagger edge to about 1/3 of the blade. I don't see any need to sharpen it at all, since it's appears more worthy of stabbing or a thrust at a pointed weapon. It's extremely light weight. I made a necklace from para chord 550 and I wear it around my neck on top of my chest. It is easy to deploy. I may buy another, since I'm carrying it everyday.

  • 5
    A cool retirement gift !

    Published by Clark on Aug 27th 2025

    Tool with blade....

  • 5
    COB

    Published by David on Aug 21st 2025

    Very well made. Nice fit in hand

  • 5
    Nicely Done

    Published by Carl on Jul 24th 2025

    I owned the cheaper version from another company a few years back and although it was serviceable I gave it away. This is very well made and definitely a keeper. It’s my second Spartan to date.

  • 5
    Great EDC Blade!

    Published by RUSS MEADOR on Feb 1st 2025

    Very nice; a great buy all the way around! Kimberly in their customer service did a great job to ensure all was as I wanted; a great personal touch, if you're sick of the big manufacturer's lack of service. They added an unexpected discount for retired mil/LE. The blade is a perfect edc anywhere, but especially in hot & humid coastal SC. Light as a feather & disappears carried IWB. Jake perfectly ground my blade sharp all the way back on one side & dull on the other, to comply with blade laws in most places. The sheath is a cut above, but you'll want to attach a clip of your choice for IWB carry. This is the knife you'll have on you in shorts & a t- shirt, when it's too hot for anything else. For the slight price difference, you'll never be sorry for buying this over the mass-produced factory knives of similiar design. Always a pleasure to support fellow Vets @ Spartan Blades, I highly recommend them!

  • 5
    Spartan CQB Tool

    Published by RM on Jan 9th 2025

    This is my third or fourth Spartan Blade. I carried one overseas and have no idea why I waited so long to get this one. It's the perfect "get off me" blade.

  • 5
    CQB Tool

    Published by Stephen Marvin on Nov 22nd 2024

    I was disappointed that Benchmade changed their discounts for military and first responders. As a result, the SOCP was ridiculously expensive. Spartan's ACB tool is the perfect alternative for $100 less. I am delighted with the weight, feel, and appearance. It is a gift for my son in Texas DPS

  • 5
    Feels great, easy to use, definitely one I recommend to other future customers.

    Published by Junior on Sep 11th 2024

    Overall, fantastic.

  • 5
    CQB Tool

    Published by JOHN on Feb 20th 2024

    Great feel look and quality. Fast shipping, good and pointy, should do the job!

  • 5
    CQB

    Published by Don Raines on Oct 11th 2023

    Excellent fit and finish. Sheath is amazing and retains the blade at just the right amount of tension. It won’t fall out hiking or running, but accessible if needed. No yanking on it . Razor sharp in my test cuts. This is the first of three of my Spartan Blades. American made is the cherry on top. .