The ESEE-5 3D is engineered to be the ultimate downed pilot’s survival knife, offering unparalleled durability in the most hostile environments. Constructed from a solid quarter-inch slab of steel, this knife is tough enough to breach a fuselage or baton through hardened hardwood. Consequently, it has earned a reputation as a “sharpened pry bar” that you can trust with your life when equipment failure is not an option.

This high-visibility model features a striking Orange powder coat on the blade, making it nearly impossible to lose in leaf litter, snow, or dense brush. In addition, the 3D G-10 handles are machined with a contoured Orange and Black pattern that provides a secure, comfortable grip even when your hands are wet or gloved. If you prefer a different high-visibility option, you might consider the ESEE-5 Venom Green Blade. However, this orange configuration is particularly favored by search and rescue teams for its immediate visual distinctiveness.

The blade utilizes a saber grind for maximum edge stability and features a glass breaker pommel for emergency exits. Furthermore, the knife includes a precision-molded black Kydex sheath with adjustable retention to ensure the blade remains secure until deployed. For complete warranty information on this American-made tool, please visit the manufacturer’s homepage at ESEE Knives.

Manufacturer Specifications

• Overall Length: 11.0″

• Blade Length: 5.25″

• Blade Thickness: 0.25″

• Steel: 1095 Carbon Steel

• Hardness: 55-57 Rc

• Finish: Orange Powder Coat

• Handle: 3D G-10 (Orange / Black)

• Weight (Knife Only): 17 Ounces

• Grind: Saber

• Pommel: Glass Breaker

• Sheath: Black Kydex