Lishen Knives Dakota Fixed Blade Knife Red Canvas Micarta LKDAKRDCAN

The Lishen Knives Dakota is a compact fixed blade built for dependable performance in the outdoors. Sized for versatility and control, it handles everyday camp chores, food prep, and detailed cutting work while still offering the strength and durability expected from a serious field knife.

The blade measures 3.875 inches and is crafted from AEB-L stainless steel with a clean satin finish. AEB-L is well known for its extremely fine grain structure, allowing it to take a razor-sharp edge while maintaining excellent toughness and corrosion resistance. It performs reliably in demanding conditions and is easy to maintain when you’re out in the field. The drop point blade profile offers a strong, controllable tip and a generous belly for slicing, making it well suited for a wide range of outdoor cutting tasks.

Full tang construction gives the Dakota the strength and balance you want in a dependable field knife. The handle is made from durable red canvas Micarta, a material trusted for its grip, resilience, and resistance to the elements. The textured surface offers excellent control even in wet or muddy conditions, while the bold red color adds a distinctive look that stands out without sacrificing rugged capability. A lanyard tube is integrated into the handle for added security and alternative carry options.

At 8.75 inches overall and weighing 6.9 ounces, the Dakota strikes an excellent balance between portability and capability. It’s compact enough for comfortable belt carry but substantial enough to tackle serious outdoor work. Each knife is proudly made in Bristol, Tennessee, and includes a high-quality leather sheath with a belt loop for reliable carry in the field.

Lishen Knives is a custom knifemaker based in Bristol, Tennessee. Cass and Christian Lishen focus on outdoor fixed blades and kitchen cutlery, producing small batches of knives by hand with close attention to detail. Christian takes inspiration from classic blade patterns and adds his own modern design touches, resulting in tools that look as good as they perform.

Smoky Mountain Knife Works, the world’s best online knife store, is a Tennessee landmark and the world’s largest knife store. Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, its legendary showroom draws more than 1.5 million visitors each year.