Gear Aid Akua Paddle Knife

GEAR AID Akua Blunt Tip Paddle Knife with Serrated 3"

Paddle down the river with the Akua Blunt Tip Knife attached securely to your PFD, boat deck, or leg. Weighing less than 6 ounces, it’s a lightweight and versatile river/rescue knife. In case of an emergency, cut your way free with the serrated blade or cord cutter. Flip it over to use the glass breaker for getting out of a jam. With its compact, yet tough 3” titanium-coated blade and blunt tip, you have an effective cutting and prying tool that won’t puncture inflatables. Take on your next fresh water adventure with the Akua at your side.

The GEAR AID Akua Blunt Tip Paddle Knife features a titanium-coated 3” blade, armed with a line/cord cutter and straight and serrated edge. This allows you to cut rope, fishing line, and food with ease. The stainless-steel and blunt tip blade won’t pierce inflatables, making it safe to use as a screwdriver or to pry open shellfish. Its versatile design is an added advantage.

For easy and convenient access, the Akua knife comes with a quick release sheath. Simply press the thumb tab and pull to access the fixed blade. The lightweight, full-tang knife weighs only 5.6 oz. and includes a bottle opener and glass breaker at the opposite end, adding to its functionality.

As for attachment options, the sheath of the Akua knife provides versatility. It can be mounted virtually anywhere with the removable belt clip, lash tab mount, and MOLLE compatible 1 webbing mount. This ensures that you can attach or wear the knife in a way that suits your needs.

Now, let's address some frequently asked questions:

How would you attach this/ wear this with a wetsuit while scuba diving?

Three different ways of attachment:

1.) With a leg strap (not provided) The sheath has a built-in mount for a nylon strap.

2.) The top of the handle has a small hole for a piece of small diameter cord to hang it wherever the user wants it.

3.) The sheath has a built-in clip that will slide over a pocket or some other seam.

Does this knife come with a leg strap for mounting?

This knife does not come with a leg strap; however, its sheath comes with a removable belt clip as well as durable webbing mounts to provide versatile mounting options.

It says green but that looks yellow to me. Which is it?

Sure looks green to me.

Does it float? Important for a dive knife.

It does not.