--- product_id: 269859894 title: "KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade" brand: "ka-bar" price: "FREE" currency: PAB in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/269859894-ka-bar-tdi-law-enforcement-knife-fixed-blade store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 2.31-inch AUS-8A stainless steel blade Discreet black coated drop point blade & sheath 57-59 HRC steel hardness for lasting edge retention KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade **Brand:** ka-bar **Price:** FREE **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🔪 Stay sharp, stay ready — the ultimate last-resort edge. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade by ka-bar - **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/269859894-ka-bar-tdi-law-enforcement-knife-fixed-blade) ## Best For - ka-bar enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ka-bar brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Stealth Ready:** Non-reflective black coating and low-profile sheath ensure covert carry and quick access. - • **Ergonomic Control:** Black handle designed for secure grip and ambidextrous use, perfect for high-stress situations. - • **Compact Powerhouse:** A razor-sharp 2.31-inch blade engineered for precision in critical moments. - • **Unmatched Durability:** Crafted from AUS-8A stainless steel with a 57-59 HRC hardness rating to hold its edge longer. - • **Trusted Tactical Design:** Created by Tactical Defense Institute founder John Benner, built for professionals who demand reliability. ## Overview The KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife is a compact, fixed-blade tactical tool featuring a 2.31-inch AUS-8A stainless steel drop point blade with a 57-59 HRC hardness rating. Designed for concealed carry with a non-reflective black coating and ergonomic handle, it offers law enforcement professionals a reliable, last-option defense solution crafted by Tactical Defense Institute founder John Benner. ## Description In extreme close-quarter encounters where a suspect is attempting to take an officer's handgun, or an officer cannot access his handgun, the TDI knife is available as a "last option" knife. When worn on the pant belt the entire unit - knife and sheath - is well concealed. Designed by John Benner, founder and owner of Tactical Defense Institute. 2-1480-6 Features: -Blade type: Plain. -Include glass filled nylon sheath. -Drop point blade. -Non-reflective black coated blade. Product Type: -Pocket Knife/Specialty. Blade Shape: Convex/Curved/Straight-Edged. Quantity: -Single. Generic Dimensions: -1. 5\" H x 4. 25\" W x 8. 38\" D, 0. 6 lb. Dimensions: Overall Length - Top to Bottom: -1. 5 Inches. Overall Width - Side to Side: -4. 25 Inches. Overall Product Weight: -0. 6 Pounds. Review: Très bien - Petit Karambit très discret et impressionnant dans la main, étuis corrects, rasoirs en sortie de boite... 👍🏻 Review: Great Knife, Belt Clip is Included - Got this from BladeShop. I really love kabar and they're great comfortable knives and are ascetically pleasing and have a nice useful design to them. I've been wearing it for a while now and it's really comfortable even in the sitting position when worn between 12 and 1 next to the belt buckle, unless you're carrying a firearm then you want it on your non-dominant side as a back up. This is my second TDI. The first one I bought came with a belt attachment that you had to slide your belt through. It was VERY annoying and uncomfortable and I hated it. The knife was great, but the sheath was not well design. They fixed the problem with this belt clip. I will try to comment and update later on its longevity, but it's very easy to attach to a belt and take off, but it will NEVER pull off when you pull the knife out. It's well designed and a far better design then they originally had about 10 years ago. On a side note, desertcart recommended that I buy this along with a belt clip... being used to this model 10 years ago and only getting a sheath, I assumed the belt clip was sold separately, so I picked it up. Turns out the knife comes with the sheath and belt clip attached... oh well, I guess I have a back up one. I'm not sure what people are talking about though when they say no tools are provided because the extra belt clip I received came with tools, and the actual knife in the box came with the same tool... so I don't know where they got theirs from, but it's supposed to come with them. ## Features - Complete length- 5 5/8 inches, Blade length- 2 5/16 inches - Drop point edge - Blade quality- AUS-8A stainless steel blade - Hardness of steel- 57-59 HRC - Includes a black handle and sheath ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003IXYW3M | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Age range (description) | Adult | | Blade Edge | Plain | | Blade Length | 2.31 Inches | | Blade Material | Stainless Steel | | Blade Shape | Drop Point | | Blade Type | Plain | | Brand | KA-BAR | | Brand Name | KA-BAR | | Color | Black | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,389 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00617717214806 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Stainless Steel | | Included Components | knife | | Included components | knife | | Is Product Cordless | Yes | | Item Length | 5.63 Inches | | Item Shape | Drop Point | | Item Type Name | Fixed Blade Knife | | Manufacturer | Ka-Bar | | Model Name | 1480 | | Model Number | KA-BAR1480 | | Model name | 1480 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Orientation | Vertical | | Part Number | KA-BAR1480 | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Camping | | Recommended uses for product | Camping | | Reusability | Reusable | | Size | 2 بوصة | | Special Features | Convex | | Special features | Convex | | Style | American | | Theme | Tactical | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Adult - **Brand:** KA-BAR - **Model name:** 1480 - **Recommended uses for product:** Camping - **Special features:** Convex ## Images ![KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41gwQNaJmJL.jpg) ![KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/412NO-w52UL.jpg) ![KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yNMT481lL.jpg) ![KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/717cRBtid4L.jpg) ![KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vuUVtrG5L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: sheath included?** A: Sheath that comes with the knife is junk. Search for Matthew’s fabrication- í actually makes this knife way better. I did and would do it again without hesitation - way better. **Q: Is this knife legal? I live in Pennsylvania and i just ordered it.** A: Yes. Here is the law in your state. Conclusion on Pennsylvania Knife Law. It is illegal to own or carry a dagger, sword cane, any automatic knife, or any implement for the infliction of bodily injury, which serves no common lawful purpose. It is legal to open or conceal carry any other type of knife in Pennsylvania. **Q: Is this knife legal to carry concealed in California?** A: As of May 2020, yes these are legal to carry in California, and as far as I know, in all counties and jurisdictions (due to its blade length). However, because it is a fixed blade, it meets the definition of dirks and daggers. Dirks and daggers of any length must be worn sheathed and in open, plain-view. Under no circumstances may this knife be carried concealed in the state of California. **Q: How does it conceal IWB? Looks like the handle would stick up funny. I'm planning on weak side appendix carry.** A: The handle does stick up funny when I bend over,(which was expected when I bought it) but I don't wear it where I draw across. I wear it towards the back, cause I'm quite slim but it still works out! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Très bien *by S***X on 2 September 2020* Petit Karambit très discret et impressionnant dans la main, étuis corrects, rasoirs en sortie de boite... 👍🏻 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Knife, Belt Clip is Included *by T***4 on 1 July 2017* Got this from BladeShop. I really love kabar and they're great comfortable knives and are ascetically pleasing and have a nice useful design to them. I've been wearing it for a while now and it's really comfortable even in the sitting position when worn between 12 and 1 next to the belt buckle, unless you're carrying a firearm then you want it on your non-dominant side as a back up. This is my second TDI. The first one I bought came with a belt attachment that you had to slide your belt through. It was VERY annoying and uncomfortable and I hated it. The knife was great, but the sheath was not well design. They fixed the problem with this belt clip. I will try to comment and update later on its longevity, but it's very easy to attach to a belt and take off, but it will NEVER pull off when you pull the knife out. It's well designed and a far better design then they originally had about 10 years ago. On a side note, amazon recommended that I buy this along with a belt clip... being used to this model 10 years ago and only getting a sheath, I assumed the belt clip was sold separately, so I picked it up. Turns out the knife comes with the sheath and belt clip attached... oh well, I guess I have a back up one. I'm not sure what people are talking about though when they say no tools are provided because the extra belt clip I received came with tools, and the actual knife in the box came with the same tool... so I don't know where they got theirs from, but it's supposed to come with them. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Nice Self-Defense Item! *by M***T on 29 October 2021* Solid construction, very keen edge when sharpened properly, Sheath retains knife extremely well, and prevents accidental removal by carrier, as well as an unwelcome intruder! Belt clip is very secure and positions knife very well for person carrying knife to unsheath in multiple knife fighting grips - forward slash, backhand slash, and even frontal stab, with secure grips in all the aforementioned states. A welcome addition for protective carry, and very concealable, for when the need arises........! KA-BAR has been around a long time and has an outstanding reputation! I recommend this knife to all my associates. ## Frequently Bought Together - KA-BAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife Fixed Blade, Steel: AUS 8A stainless steel - KA-BAR 2491 Tdi Pocket Strike Black Hard Plastic Sheath, Black Clip, Straight Edge - KA-BAR Knives KBAR TDI Investigator W/SHTH STR --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/269859894-ka-bar-tdi-law-enforcement-knife-fixed-blade](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/269859894-ka-bar-tdi-law-enforcement-knife-fixed-blade) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-09-21*