Krate Tactical Karma OTF Knife

The Krate Tactical Karma OTF deploys a 3 1/2-inch D2 steel tanto with a one-third serration and runs in a contoured carbon fiber handle. Same dual-action thumb slide and ceramic glass breaker as the rest of the Krate OTF line, configured for the operator who wants the rescue and breach capability of a serrated tanto in a carbon fiber frame.

Key Features

• Tanto blade with one-third serration: 3 1/2-inch D2 tool steel, silver finish, reinforced point for penetration with a serrated section for webbing and rope.
• Carbon fiber handle: Contoured handle, black, for a secure, lightweight grip.
• Dual-action thumb slide: One-handed deployment and retraction on a single slide.
• Ceramic tip glass breaker: Built into the pommel for emergency situations.
• Tip-down deep carry pocket clip: Secure, discreet carry under cover garments.
• Includes nylon sheath, storage box, and disassembly tool.
• Lifetime warranty from the manufacturer (excludes loss or theft).

Why It Matters in the Field

The serrated tanto is purpose-built for hard cutting tasks. The reinforced point holds up to penetration through layered material, the front edge handles utility work, and the rear serrations chew through webbing and rope under tension without slipping. The carbon fiber handle drops weight and gives the platform a clean profile in the pocket.

For first responders, vehicle operators, and military personnel who carry a knife as a rescue tool first, the Karma stacks a serrated section, a hardened tanto tip, and a ceramic glass breaker into one OTF platform — same configuration as the Barracuda but with a carbon fiber handle in place of jade G10.

Specifications

Why tacticaledge.com Carries It

Krate Tactical is veteran-owned and veteran-operated. The Karma earns a spot in the lineup because it pairs a working serrated tanto with a clean-firing dual action and a real ceramic glass breaker in a carbon fiber configuration, backed by a lifetime warranty.

FAQ

How does the Karma differ from the Barracuda?

Same blade configuration: 3 1/2-inch tanto with one-third serration, D2 steel. The Karma has a carbon fiber handle in black; the Barracuda has a jade G10 handle. Mechanism and dimensions are otherwise the same.

Why a serrated tanto instead of a plain edge?

The tanto profile reinforces the point for penetration through layered material, and the rear serrations cut webbing and cordage faster than a plain edge under tension. For rescue, vehicle egress, and breach-cutting tasks, the combination is purpose-built.

Is the Karma OTF legal where I am?

OTF and automatic knife laws vary by state and locality. The customer is responsible for verifying state, county, and municipal regulations before ordering. Active-duty military and LE personnel are typically exempt from most automatic knife restrictions.

Does it ship to APO/FPO addresses?

Yes. tacticaledge.com ships free to all APO and FPO addresses.

Can I deploy it one-handed under stress?

Yes. The thumb slide handles both deployment and retraction.

How does D2 steel perform on serrated edges?

D2 holds a serrated edge well under repeated hard cutting. It is harder to resharpen than stainless but offers longer edge retention between sharpenings, which suits a rescue-oriented blade.

What is included?

Knife, nylon sheath, storage box, and disassembly tool.

What does the warranty cover?

Krate Tactical backs the knife with a lifetime warranty, excluding loss or theft.