Dawson Contractor
The Dawson Contractor is Dawson's most heavy-duty everyday carry knife. Dawson describes it as "the most heavy-duty EDC in the Dawson line."
It has a 3.125" drop point blade, textured G-10 handles and Dawson's carbon fiber Kydex sheath. Every Dawson knife is made by hand near Prescott, Arizona, and heat treated in house.
Dawson Contractor Specs
| Blade length | 3.125 in |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 7.688 in |
| Blade thickness | 0.200 in |
| Weight | 6.0 oz |
| Blade shape | Drop point |
| Blade steel | 80CrV2 or ProCut |
| Finishes | Wildfire, Rainstorm and Hamon (differential heat treat) |
| Handle | Textured G-10, interchangeable scales |
| Sheath | Carbon fiber Kydex, MOLLE compatible |
| Made in | Prescott, Arizona, USA |
Specs are from Dawson Knives. Versions and finishes can differ, so check each product listing.
Dawson Contractor FAQ
What steel is the Dawson Contractor?
80CrV2, one of Dawson's high-carbon "heritage" steels or ProCut.
What are the Wildfire, Rainstorm and Hamon finishes?
They are Dawson's blade finishes. Wildfire and Rainstorm are textured, low-reflection finishes, and Hamon is a differential heat treat with a visible temper line, hard at the edge and softer at the spine.
How big is the Contractor?
The Contractor has a 3.125" blade and is 7.688" long overall.
Also see: Smuggler, Outcast, Companion, or all Dawson knives.