Smith & Wesson First Response Knife

Designed for use by Emergency Medical Services, fire, swat teams and police, the First Responder features a serrated blade for heavy cutting, with a screwdriver tip and a spring-loaded tungsten carbide striker for shattering automobile windows. One-hand opening and closing systems for the locking blade and be operated with either hand. Cordura nylon sheath included. The blade of the 1st Response is designated to make it effective for several emergency procedures. It is made from 1/8" thick high carbon stainless steel and is heat treated for maximun resistance to break as well as edge holding ability. The cutting edge is serrated so that when it is used to cut through seat belt material, canvas, or heavy clothing, it is more like a razor sharp saw than a knife blade. It is also designated to minimize accidental penetration of any object or surface next to that which is being cut. The rounded end of the blade can come into contact with flesh with little danter of a cutting wound. It also serves as a Phillips or slotted head screwdriver. The knurled stud on the blade protrudes from both sides so that it may be used for one-hand opening by a right or left handed person. The open stud rotates to offer even faster and smoother blade extension. The swing-lock mechanism automatically snaps into place at the base of the extended blade to hold it open securely. A simple one-hand movement deactivates the swing-lock so that the blade can be pivoted back into the closed position by a simple movement of the index finger. The blade hold-open mechanism operates freely to facilitate quick and easy one hand closing as well as opening.

Specifications:

• Overall 8 1/8"
• Blade thickness 1/8"
• Length Closed: 4-1/2 inches
• Length Open: 8 inches
• Weight: 4.5 oz

Availability: Ships within 7 business days.