Karambits

Gil Hibben High Polish Karambit

With its uniquely curved blade, the karambit knife (AKA karambiak) is the perfect blade for self-defense and cutting through tough material (like rope). KENNESAWCUTLERY.COM has the largest inventory and widest variety of karambit knives in both the fixed blade and folding pocket knife styles. From damascus karambits to steel karambit sets and shoulder harness sheaths, we’ve got you covered.

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Undercover CIA Stinger Kerambit and sheath. Closeup of the blade. Dimension shot of the kerambit. Being held in hand. Closeup of the handle. The stinger kerambit in its sheath.
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39082 Black Legion Midnight Black Triple Set - Karambit / Mini Huntsman / Military Fixed Blade USD 11.00 14 Black Legion Fixed Blade Knives Karambits CL2 Category L2 24.99
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37093 Gil Hibben High Polish Karambit With Sheath USD 15 Gil Hibben Fixed Blade Knives Karambits CL2 Category L2 59.99

KARAMBIT KNIVES FAQS  

  • What is a karambit knife?
    The karambit comes from Southeast Asia, where legend holds that it was inspired by the claws of big cats. The curved bladed knife was initially used as a farming tool by the peasant class but, eventually, was used as a weapon.
  • How did it get here?
    Eventually, the karambit found its way into martial arts, especially, Filipino martial arts. The Filipino karambit is shorter than its forefathers and has become popular in the West because of its value as a self-defense weapon.
  • Why is the knife shaped the way it is?
    The blade’s curved design was meant to work as a tool for a variety of jobs. The safety ring allowed the user to work at uncomfortable angles with ease and still retain a secure grip on the knife. In combat, the safety ring allowed the soldier to keep a tight hold on it instead of being disarmed by an opponent.
  • How do you use a karambit?
    As a weapon, this curved knife is meant to be held with the blade pointing down from the bottom of your fist, not held upward in your hand. Your finger is inserted into the safety ring or finger guard at the top of the handle. This knife is used with a slashing or hooking movement.
  • How do you sharpen a karambit?
    You want a triangular shaped sharpening system that includes a medium sharpening surface and a fine sharpening surface. This makes it much easier to sharpen the curved blade. Start with the medium grit and stroke the blade along the surface in one, smooth motion, keeping the blade pointed away from you. Make sure that you use the same number of strokes on one side as you do on the other. Then, switch to the fine grit surface and repeat the process until you get the sharpness that you want. When you’re done, wipe the blade with a soft, dry cloth to remove the debris from the sharpening process.