Dawson Steadfast

The Dawson Steadfast is a compact hunting and EDC knife. Dawson describes it as "compact, easy-to-carry Hunting and EDC blade."

It has a 2.75" clip 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 Steadfast Specs

Blade length2.75 in
Overall length7.75 in
Blade thickness0.130 in
Weight5.2 oz
Blade shapeClip point
Blade steel80CrV2 (a MagnaCut Gen 2 version is also made)
FinishesWildfire, Rainstorm and Hamon (differential heat treat)
HandleTextured G-10, interchangeable scales
SheathCarbon fiber Kydex, MOLLE compatible
Made inPrescott, Arizona, USA

Specs are from Dawson Knives. Versions and finishes can differ, so check each product listing.

Dawson Steadfast FAQ

What steel is the Dawson Steadfast?

80CrV2, one of Dawson's high-carbon "heritage" steels (a MagnaCut Gen 2 version is also made).

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 Steadfast?

The Steadfast has a 2.75" blade and is 7.75" long overall.

Also see: Companion, Smuggler, Harvester, or all Dawson knives.