ESEE Laser Strike Fixed Blade Survival Knife

The ESEE Laser Strike is a fixed-blade survival knife built in the USA from 1095 carbon steel with a black textured powder coat finish, designed for field use where fire-starting capability and a field-serviceable handle are priorities. The plain-edge blade measures 4.75 inches overall with a 4.5-inch cutting edge, and the knife ships with an ambidextrous black Kydex sheath, belt clip plate, handle removal washer, ferrocerium rod, and tinder tabs stored inside the removable handle.

Fire-Starting Gear Built Into the Handle

The Laser Strike's handle is hollow and removable, storing a ferrocerium fire-starting rod and tinder tabs inside the grip itself. That means fire-starting capability travels with the knife rather than in a separate pouch that can be lost or left behind. The bow drill divot machined into the handle base adds a second friction fire option without any additional kit. For a survival or emergency carry knife, having ignition tools integrated into the blade you already have on your belt is a meaningful redundancy.

Field-Serviceable, Ambidextrous Design

The handle removal washer included with the Laser Strike allows the grip to be taken apart in the field for cleaning, repair, or handle replacement without specialized tools. This matters on extended trips where a damaged or waterlogged handle can degrade grip and control. The ambidextrous Kydex sheath accommodates left- and right-hand carry without modification, and the included belt clip plate keeps the knife accessible on a standard belt.

1095 Carbon Steel at a Practical Hardness

The Laser Strike's blade is 1095 high-carbon steel hardened to 55–57 Rc. That range sits at the practical end of the hardness spectrum for a field knife: hard enough to hold an edge through sustained cutting tasks, but not so brittle that it becomes difficult to resharpen with basic tools in the field. The black textured powder coat finish reduces reflectivity and provides a degree of corrosion resistance, though 1095 carbon steel will require drying and occasional oiling in wet conditions to prevent rust.

Features

• 1095 Carbon Steel Blade: 55–57 Rc hardness, black textured powder coat finish, plain edge
• Integrated Fire-Starting Kit: ferrocerium rod and tinder tabs stored inside the removable handle
• Bow Drill Divot: machined into the handle base for friction fire starting
• Removable Handle: handle removal washer included for field disassembly and servicing
• Ambidextrous Kydex Sheath: black, fits left- or right-hand carry; belt clip plate included
• Made in the USA: covered by ESEE's unconditional lifetime guarantee

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

The ESEE Laser Strike suits overlanders, backcountry campers, and emergency-preparedness carriers who want a fixed-blade field knife with fire-starting tools built in and a handle they can service or replace without sending the knife back. The ambidextrous sheath and plain edge make it practical for a wide range of users and field sharpening scenarios.

The Laser Strike does not include a MOLLE-compatible backer; buyers who need MOLLE mounting will need to source a compatible Cordura MOLLE back separately. The 1095 carbon steel blade requires drying and periodic oiling in sustained wet environments and is not a stainless option for buyers who prioritize corrosion resistance above all else.

Common Questions

What is included with the ESEE Laser Strike?

The ESEE Laser Strike (SKU ESEE-LS-P-E) ships with the knife, an ambidextrous black Kydex sheath, a belt clip plate, a handle removal washer, a ferrocerium fire-starting rod, and tinder tabs. The ferrocerium rod and tinder tabs are stored inside the hollow removable handle.

What steel is the Laser Strike blade made from, and how hard is it?

The ESEE Laser Strike blade is 1095 high-carbon steel hardened to 55–57 Rc. The black textured powder coat finish reduces reflectivity and adds a layer of corrosion resistance, but 1095 carbon steel should be dried and lightly oiled after exposure to moisture to prevent rust.

Can the handle be removed or replaced in the field?

Yes. The ESEE Laser Strike has a removable handle, and a handle removal washer is included to allow disassembly in the field for cleaning, repair, or handle replacement without specialized tools.

Does the Laser Strike fit left-hand carry?

Yes. The ESEE Laser Strike ships with an ambidextrous black Kydex sheath that accommodates both left- and right-hand carry without modification. The included belt clip plate attaches to a standard belt.

Does the Laser Strike come with a MOLLE-compatible sheath?

No. The ESEE Laser Strike (ESEE-LS-P-E) includes a standard Kydex sheath with a belt clip plate. MOLLE-compatible Cordura backers are sold separately and are not included with this listing.

What warranty covers the ESEE Laser Strike?

The ESEE Laser Strike is covered by ESEE's unconditional lifetime guarantee. If the knife breaks, ESEE will repair or replace it. The warranty requires no sales receipt or registration and follows the knife for its lifetime, anywhere in the world.