DoubleStar Introduces the Lite-Fighter EX Combat Utility Knife
Born from the theater of war and designed by Ret. Sergeant Major Darrin Sirois, the Lite-Fighter EX is destined for greatness.
Winchester, Ky. (January 2018) – (ArmsVault.com) – DoubleStar Corp, manufacturers of high-quality, US-made AR components, rifles and pistols, is pleased to introduce the Lite-Fighter EX Combat Utility Knife. Born from the theater of war and designed by an experienced soldier, the Lite-Fighter EX is destined for greatness. Its comparison is only to be found in the company of the United States Marine Corps. Ka-Bar and the Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife. The Lite-Fighter EX’s sturdy, ergonomic construction can fit a number of field duties that ensure success.
Designed by Ret. Sergeant Major and current owner, operator and founder of TCT Knives (Tactical Combat Knives), Darrin Sirois, the Lite-Fighter EX tactical knife is perfectly balanced and ergonomically designed for tactical, as well as everyday use. It is the first knife released through the DoubleStar / Sirois collaboration, which was announced in July 2017.
Lite-Fighter EX Combat Utility Knife Specifications:
- Steel: Nitro-V “Improved AEB-L by New Jersey Steel Baron”
- Overall Length: 9.5″
- Edge Length: 4.75″
- Blade Weight: 8.7 oz.
- Rig Weight: 12.4 oz.
- Handle Material: (0.187″ thick) coarse textured G10
- Handle Length: 4.5″
- Sheath: 0.08″ thick Boltron
- Attachment System: Large Tek-Lok
- Finish: Tumbled
- MSRP: $219.99
Sirois served 25 years active duty in the military, where he got his start in knife making as an outlet for combat related stresses. While serving in the military, Sirois’ assignments included the Ranger Regiment, Special Forces and Special Operations. He retired in 2014 as a Sergeant Major.
Knife making began as a hobby in 2008, but quickly turned into a passion. His blades are field tested and are currently serving in Afghanistan, Africa and worldwide. Sirois has designed knives for celebrities, including designing an ax for Hakim Isler to use on a challenge during “Naked and Afraid.”
For more information about DoubleStar, visit www.star15.com.
Visit DoubleStar Corp. at Booth 20061/20063 at the 2018 SHOT Show.
About DoubleStar Corp.:
DoubleStar Corp., located in Winchester, Kentucky, was formed when customers of J&T Distributing, a leading manufacturer and supplier of thousands of AR15 parts and accessories, requested complete rifles and pistols crafted from the same high-quality, U.S.-made components. DoubleStar now manufactures and supplies not only the commercial market but military and law enforcement forces across the world with rugged and dependable firearms. www.star15.com