Ed Calderon has a long history in Mexico in the fields of counter-narcotics and organized crime investigation. He also provides executive protection. Ed Calderon, a tactical and combatives trainer with a wealth of experience, runs Ed’s Manifesto. He also has an unique perspective on what makes for a good weapon, specifically non-tactical looking tools. Ed and TOPS Knives designed the El Pionero tactical paring knives together. The TOPS Knives El Pionero Ed’s background includes dealing with some very shady people in some very shady places. He believes in weapons of chance. They are available and they don’t reveal you as a law enforcement officer by carrying tactical equipment. El Pionero is a utilitarian paring blade. The El Pionero, with its 3.38-inch blade has the appearance and feel of a paring knife. The full-tang design is made of 1095 high carbon steel with a hardness between 56-58. This combination of steel with TOPS excellent heat treatment provides a blade that has excellent edge retention and overall strength. El Pionero’s canvas micarta scales are tan, and provide a transition between steel and flesh. Ed’s signature reaper is embossed into the scales. The butt also includes Ed’s finger dimple. The divot was an idea his mother gave him to help him index the knife without looking. This is also a great way to use a defensive knife. The El Pionero measures 7.63 inches overall and has a blade that is only.090 inch thick. This gives the blade a sharp edge that easily slices through material, much like a paring knives. The swedge on the tip also aids in maximum penetration. El Pionero comes with a Kydex sheath for the belt and weighs only 2.9 ounces. The TOPS Knives El Pionero, with an MSRP $220.00, is available right now. Visit EdsManifesto.com or TOPSKnives.com for more information. TOPS Knives El Pionero Specs (Photo by TOPS Knives) Blade Steel: 1095 RC 58-58
Overall Length : 7.63 Inches
Blade Length : 3.38 Inches
Cutting Edge: 3.13 Inches
Blade Thickness : 0.090 Inches
Blade Finish: Tumble finish
Handle Material: Tan Canvas Micarta
Knife weight: 2.9 ounces
Weight with Sheath: 4.1 Ounces
Sheath: Black Kydex
Designer: Ed Calderon
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