TOPS MIL-SPIE Elite Black Micarta Knife MIL3-ELITE

TOPS MIL-SPIE Elite Knife MIL3-ELITE with Black Micarta Handle

TOPS Knives is often approached by individual Operators who advise us of the criteria that need to be met for their unit’s upcoming missions. The outcome was a development of a small and a large field knife with a narrow carrying profile that had to be strong, yet lightweight - the Mil-SPIE Knives.

This version is called the Mil-SPIE Elite. It is the same size and specifications as the Mil-SPIE 3, with a few differences. The Elite version is 1095 high carbon steel instead of 154CM steel, which makes field sharpening much easier. The coyote tan powder coat is suited well for blending into desert environments. The scales are Black Linen Micarta and this Elite Mil-SPIE knife includes a Kydex sheath with a rotating belt clip. Perfect as a concealed carry. A classic blade design with a comfortable, thin handle makes this knife easy to use whatever your situation.

Mil-SPIE stands for Military-Special Projects Individual Equipment – pronounced 'MIL SPY'. This was to enable Special Operation Forces within the Military to help develop, test, evaluate and acquire “out of the ordinary” and “outside of normal channels” items that they require.