RMJ Tactical is the creation of Ryan M Johnson, a blacksmith who has been continually refining his trade, refreshing his passion and bringing the best-forged tomahawks on the market. He has over 24 years of experience, not just in forging, but also in the history and practical application of the tomahawk in both a civilian and military aspect. Every design that leaves the shop has been meticulously thought out and planned to provide their customers with the best option their money can buy. One great aspect about the shop is that is a family environment with some of the coolest people around. We love carrying makers such as RMJ because you are not only getting a product from them, but you are also receiving an outstanding customer service guarantee. Whether you are purchasing one of their tools for fun, outdoor use or truly tactical applications, you can rest easy knowing you have bought one of the best pieces of kit on the market and will not fail you when you need it most. Modern day blacksmiths such as Ryan continue to shape steel at their will and push the boundaries of what steel can offer in the end result. Most of the early WWI trench knives were made by hand by individual soldiers or blacksmiths. Oftentimes they were Army Issued bayonets that were sharpened and shortened. The first official U.S. trench knife that was adopted for service was the US M1917 trench knife. Designed by Henry Disston & Sons and based on examples of trench knives then in service with the French Army. The M1917 featured a triangular stiletto blade, wooden grip, metal knuckle guard, and a rounded pommel. Within months of the M1917 issue, the M1918, was adopted. The M1918 is almost identical to the M1917, differing primarily in the construction and appearance of the knuckle guard.
Embodying history and our own design philosophies, the Marauder is our twist on a larger than life, Trench Bowie. We decided to go big with a 15.25" overall length, and 9 5/8" CPM-3V bowie style blade with an aggressive fuller. The knuckle duster style handle acts as a guard to protect your hands, and the aggressive outward shape works well for raking. To round out the overall shape, the end of the handle features a pronounced pommel for hammer-striking. The handle is finished with Black G10 handle slabs that are attached with Grade 5 Titanium fasteners. Marauders include a leather sheath with camo inlays on both sides. The sheath is ambidextrous, and can be worn on a belt or attached to PALS webbing. There are three versions available:
Embodying history and our own design philosophies, the Marauder is our twist on a larger than life, Trench Bowie. We decided to go big with a 15.25" overall length, and 9 5/8" CPM-3V bowie style blade with an aggressive fuller. The knuckle duster style handle acts as a guard to protect your hands, and the aggressive outward shape works well for raking. To round out the overall shape, the end of the handle features a pronounced pommel for hammer-striking. The handle is finished with Black G10 handle slabs that are attached with Grade 5 Titanium fasteners. Marauders include a leather sheath with camo inlays on both sides. The sheath is ambidextrous, and can be worn on a belt or attached to PALS webbing. There are three versions available:
- Black Cerakote Blade | Dirty Olive Handles | Black Leather with Tiger Stripe Inlay Sheath
- Savage Stainless Cerakote | Black Handles | Black Leather with Tiger Stripe Inlay Sheath
- Savage Stainless Cerakote | Hyena Brown Handles | Oxblood Leather with Desert Tiger Stripe Inlay Sheath
- Model: Marauder
- Overall Length: 15.00”
- Blade Length: 9.63"
- Cutting Edge Length: 8.63”
- Blade Thickness: 0.1875”
- Steel: CPM-3V
- Finish: Cerakote
- Handle: G-10
- Hardness: HRC 60-61
- Handle Hardware: Grade 5 Titanium
- Sheath: Leather w/ Inlay
- Weight: 17.20 ounces (without sheath)
- In the Box: Marauder Trench Knife, Sheath, lanyard with bead, Marauder Collector Card, user documentation.
- Country of Origin: USA
