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Hissatsu - Designed by James Williams

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(Hissatsu) Hissatsu - Designed by James Williams
(Hissatsu) Hissatsu - Designed by James Williams
(Hissatsu) Hissatsu - Designed by James Williams
Hissatsu description
James Williams, the designer of the Hissatsu, is a former Army officer and martial arts practitioner/instructor with over 45 years of experience. He knows cutlery as President of Bugei Trading Company, producer of fine Samurai swords. As one who has trained tactical law enforcement and military forces for the SureFire Institute, he has developed a unique and powerful approach to unarmed combatives. His system of defensive tactics, known as The System of Tactical Strategy, has its origins in the ancient Samurai military systems as well as the Russian military art of Systema.

A key part of this system is the Hissatsu based on an old Japanese design. The unique shape of the blade, made famous by the legendary Samurai warlord Takeda Shingen, provides enormous penetrating power and superior slashing capability in one blade, which works with the natural motion of the body. James arrived at this modern version as a backup weapon for close-quarters combat. This is a focused single-purpose knife for use in anti-terrorist/close-quarters battle (CQB) environments, either as a primary or a secondary weapon to augment the handgun in the hands of trained professionals.

The Hissatsu's dual grind Tanto blade is 440A stainless steel, high satin finished. For those who prefer a non-reflective finish, the Hissatsu is available with a black EDP blade or in Desert Tan dress with titanium nitride blade coating.

To aid in law enforcement and military training, a Hissatsu Trainer is now available with a blue handle and aluminum blade with a rounded trainer edge.

The handle is in a traditional Japanese pattern, but is Twin-Fused, double injection-molded with a high-impact polypropylene core, butt and hilt, and a non-slip soft textured rubber grip handle surface. Oyatsubo, the emperor node on the omote (outside/public side) of the tuska (handle), allows you to know which direction the blade is facing, even in compromised lighting conditions, by touch.

The custom injection-molded glass filled nylon sheaths (in matching black, Desert Tan or blue) grip the knife firmly, and have removable belt clips which can be attached high or low, vertical or horizontal with the black two-piece screws provided. There are also holes and slots for carry on belts, webbing or equipment.

The Hissatsu is intended for use only by trained law enforcement and military tactical team professionals. Enormous power in a light, flat package makes for easy carry with many options for placement on tactical gear.


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No. of ratings: 12
 4.8/5.0 Stars  
 
 
 
Number of Reviews: 17
  • 2012-04-08
    Ft Benning, GA
Bought this knife here in Bagram Air Field Afghanistan, and from what I can see and feel it is a wonderful knife designed for the military and the purpose in which it might be used, self defense. Love it so far, don't think it will ever leave my riggers belt.

  • 2011-12-14
    Bainbridge, OH
Excellent knife. It is extremely sharp and also hides well under a jacket. I rate this as one of the best knifes that I own.

  • 2011-10-04
    Cicero, IL
Excellent knife Carries nice and flat under my jacket. While its obviously a fighting knife, I've found it suitable for more mundane tasks as well.

  • 2011-08-02
    Covina, CA
just received my hissatsu today. I must say, what an amazing knife, its the perfect size in my opinion. Again my hats off to James and CRKT. My only wish is that it had the same handle as Hisshou. Then it would be the perfect knife.

  • 2011-07-13
    Benton, AR
I bought 2 of these knives. One for my son in Alaska so he would have some sort of self defense tool while he is wandering the wilderness areas. The other for me that I intend to hog hunt with. I feel it is certainly up to the task as I think the sharp edge and sharp point with its light weight will work great.

  • 2011-03-17
    Willow Springs, IL
On handling the weapon the impression is of a knife capable of performance much greater than its size and weight would imply. Chris

  • 2011-02-06
    Cartersville, GA
I just purchased this knife at a gun and knife show. The picture of the knife does not do it justice. It is a very good quality knife including the sheath. I was surprised at how thick the blade is. The only thing I question is the blade steel, 440A. I also have the folding version and that blade is AUS8 which contains vanadium, 440A does not. It also contains less carbon then AUS8. I think that AUS8 or even better, VG10 would have been better choices.

  • 2011-01-26
    Pleasant Plain, OH
I own several of these. They carry well, secure in their sheath securely yet are quickly accessible. An excellent tool.

  • 2011-01-06
    Wheat Ridge, CO
This is a beautiful knife that when pulled from the sheath surprises people with its form and quality. I love the knife but the sheath is what makes this knife work. I carry it 'point up' off my belt, which allows it to be carried under a jacket without being seen. However, I can reach it so easily and slides out as if from nowhere. Demo this to a friend and watch their eyes pop out. There is a raised button on the handle that you feel, and will tell you without looking where the edge is facing. This is a very cool feature. I have the stainless steel and I am now looking for a good sharpening

  • 2010-11-01
    Auburn, MI
It's a wonderful knife. After some use, it's become obvious that it's sole intentional design is that for use against flesh. Not in tented as a multi-tool or as use as a survival knife. As far as an antipersonnel knife, it's top notch Bar none



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Product Specifications
Dimensions
Open Overall Length12.25 inches

Blade
Length7.125 inches
Thickness0.2 inches
Material440A
Blade-HRC55-57
GrindDual
EdgePlain

Handle
MaterialDouble Injection Glass Filled Nylon/Soft Textured Rubber Grip

Carry
Carry SystemGlass Filled Nylon Sheath

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James Williams
James Williams is a former U.S. Army officer with over 45 years of experience in numerous martial arts disciplines. He knows cutlery as President of Bugei Trading Company.
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