Ontario Knife Company to Release next T.A.O. Assisted Opener in 2015

OKC Introduces the New Utilitac-1A Tactical Folding Knife

The OKC Utilitac-1A
The OKC Utilitac-1A
Ontario Knife Company
Ontario Knife Company

Franklinville, NY -(Ammoland.com)- Ontario Knife Company (OKC) continues to celebrate its 125th Anniversary with the release of its latest tactical folding knife, the Utilitac-1A.

Based on the top selling original Utilitac folding knife designed by Joe Pardue, the Utilitac-1A improves on the original design with the addition of OKC’s exclusive patent-pending Tactical Assisted Opening (T.A.O.) system also designed by Joe Pardue. The T.A.O. enhances the user’s natural hand motion, giving this folder an incredibly fast one-handed opening capability.

The OKC Utilitac-1A is a single-handed ambidextrous folding knife and features an overall length of 7.125 inches with a 3 inch AUS-8 steel blade. AUS-8 steel is very versatile and durable, giving the knife an edge that will take, hold, and re-sharpen extremely well. The knife is available with either a satin or black blade and comes with upgraded black G-10 handle scales. G-10 is a laminated fiberglass material that is lightweight and extremely durable. The G-10 scales feature a flowing wave of stippling, providing the OKC Utilitac-1A’s handle with superior aesthetics and grip.

Adding to the already impressive features of the OKC Utilitac-1A, the T.A.O. mechanism truly sets this folder apart from the competition. The T.A.O. is designed to be more efficient and more durable than other assisted opening systems. It features only five moving parts and the opening kick is nothing short of impressive! The side locking mechanism also allows the user to lock the blade in the closed position preventing an unintentional opening. The Utilitac-1A sports a multi-position pocket clip enabling the knife to be configured completely user and mission specific. While the original Utilitac has already become a favorite among tactical operators, the benefits of the fast opening T.A.O. system will make fans of tradesmen, hunters and anyone else who carries the knife.

Founded in 1889, The Ontario Knife Company is a U.S. owned and operated organization that continually stays on the forefront of knife designs and cutting-edge technology. Ontario’s military supply roots go deep into its history, as the company has been supplying quality cutlery to the U.S. Military since WWII. Today, the company consistently develops new knife designs that allow military personnel to have the products they need in order to get their jobs done both on and off of the battlefield. Ontario Knife is also especially proud of being selected as the sole provider of the United States Marine Corps OKC3S Multi-purpose Bayonet System and the Model 4 Rescue Strap Cutter.

In addition to being a major supplier to the U.S. Armed Forces, Ontario Knife teams with a nationwide network of distributors/dealers to market its products to many diverse consumer and niche markets including the tactical/military, hunting, outdoors, law enforcement and cutlery industries. Worldwide sales activity encompasses more than 30 countries and continues to grow.

For more information about Ontario Knife Company and its industry-leading line of advanced knives, machetes, edged products and specialty tools, contact Ontario Knife Company at P.O. Box 145-26 Empire Street · Franklinville, NY 14737 · Telephone (716) 676-5527 · Or visit www.ontarioknife.com.

The Ontario Knife Company is a subsidiary of publicly traded Servotronics Inc. (listed as SVT on NYSE-Amex exchange).

About The Ontario Knife Company

Founded in 1889, The Ontario Knife Company is a U.S. owned and operated organization that continually stays on the forefront of knife designs and cutting-edge technology. Ontario’s military supply roots go deep into its history, as the company has been supplying combat knives and tools to the U.S. Military since WWII, including its famous 18-inch Machete. Today, the company consistently develops new knife designs that allow military personnel to have the products they need in order to get their jobs done both on and off of the battlefield. OKC is also especially proud of being selected as the sole provider of the United States Marine Corps OKC3S Multi-purpose Bayonet System and the Model 4 Rescue Strap Cutter.

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