Made in the USA American Made: Dawson Knives Recoil Staff April 19, 2020 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Dawson Knives has been building custom knives and swords for nearly 50 years, with three generations of our family working together out of our shop near Prescott, Arizona. We use CPM-3V powder steel for all our blades – an incredibly tough, flexible, American-made super steel that holds an edge up to 3x longer than D2. We’re modern traditionalists, holding ourselves to a standard of heirloom quality and outstanding American craftsmanship while constantly researching new ways and methods to make something that was already good, better. DEEP NOTCH A sleek, classic drop point style blade and deep finger notch make the Deep Notch Skinner one of the most comfortable and intuitive knives you’ll ever use. Pathfinder The Pathfinder rocks as an all-around field and camping knife. Its heavy-duty drop point blade has plenty of heft for chopping, shelter building, camp chores and game quartering. Relentless Sword This modern samurai-style sword features a full length top bevel that strips away excess weight, revealing a lean, hungry beast with a nasty attitude and plenty of teeth. Helmsman An exceptionally well-balanced chopper, the Helmsman feels light and fast despite the considerable power it brings to bear. Chief The Chief excels in both the woods and field; a tough, all-purpose blade ideal for backpacking, camping and bushcrafting in every kind of terrain. More American Made Guns And Gear:More American Made Guns and Gear:Thril USASCCY FirearmsRise ArmamentBravo Company MFG, Inc.Timney TriggersMidwest IndustriesDRG ManufacturingDeSantis GunHideOverwatch PrecisionAero PrecisionAlien Gear Holsters Leupold OpticsFN America 509Radian WeaponsCMC TriggersDawson KnivesBlue Force GearBerger BulletsOakley Standard IssueG-Code Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
