The knives that made history

Blades of Honor

Blades of Honor is our ongoing series on the fighting knives that shaped military history - the Fairbairn-Sykes, the V-42 Stiletto, the Yarborough, the Bowie, the Roman Pugio and more. Origins, service records, design details, and why each pattern still matters.

Blades of Honor: The Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Knife

October 19, 2026 · Pitch BLK Tactical

Blades of Honor: The Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Knife

When you ask "What knife did the British SAS use?" there's only one answer that matters: the Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Knife. This legendary double-edged dagger didn't just equip elite forces during World War II - it revolutionized the very concept of what a fighting knife should be. From the dangerous streets of 1920s Shanghai to the beaches of D-Day, the Fairbairn-Sykes became the most famous combat knife in military history.

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Blades of Honor:  The Yarborough Knife

October 5, 2026 · Pitch BLK Tactical

Blades of Honor: The Yarborough Knife

The blade that bears the name of America's Green Beret founding father represents more than just tactical excellence—it embodies the spirit of Special Forces innovation and the craftsmanship of legendary knifemakers.

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Blades of Honor: Ka-Bar - The USMC Legend

October 3, 2026 · Pitch BLK Tactical

Blades of Honor: Ka-Bar - The USMC Legend

The Ka-Bar knife's legendary journey spans over a century, evolving from a small Pennsylvania cutlery company to the most recognizable fighting knife in military history. The story begins with Union Cutlery Company in 1894, transforms with the Ka-Bar name adoption in 1924, and reaches its pinnacle with USMC adoption in 1942.
This isn't just knife history - it's the story of how American ingenuity created a blade that would become synonymous with Marine Corps fighting spirit and tactical excellence.
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