Aviacionny IL-14

Iconic knife of the Russian Air Forces. Aviacionnyj was given to pilots along with their flight suits, in which it had a special pocket in the right hip. It is still part of the equipment of the Russian Air Forces. Every Russian pilot knows or knew this knife. Just look at Russian aviation forums to confirm that Aviacionnyj is a cult knife. There is no better gift for a pilot. Aviacionnyj has a main blade with a locking mechanism and a screwdriver with a ball tip on the end. The grip is made of textile material. There is a small metal ear at the end of the handle allowing for attachment of a rifle stock. Like many popular models, a copy of this knife is produced by various Russian companies. Products from Saro company are the most optimal in terms of price to quality ratio, and in addition, they are the closest to the original. However, the Aviacionnyj IŁ-14 knife stands out, as it is still in use by the Russian Air Forces: it is part of the equipment of ground crews and crews of IŁ-14 Pingwin aircraft.

Length: 205 mm

Blade length: 88 mm

Blade thickness: 3.5 mm

Blade width (max.): 16 mm

Grip length: 115 mm

Grip material: textile material

Steel (according to Russian standards): 65X13

Leather scabbard, polished blade

Manufacturer: Saro Knife Factory, Russian Federation