The M11 is a version of the M9 specialized for Explosive Ordnance Disposal “EOD”. It is a multi-purpose tool which offers the function of a knife and is issued with a special sheath or scabbard designed to perform as a wire cutter and as a screwdriver. The blade and sheath are the same as that of the M9, but the M11 features a symmetrical cross-guard and hammer pommel. The M11 is sold with an EOD tool pouch which makes readily accessible those tools needed by EOD technicians. The M11 can be used to dig trenches, cut barbed wire, and as a weapon. Blade Specifications:• 7 inch blade (18 centimeters) • 12 1/8 inches overall (30 centimeters)• .235 inches Thick • 420 modified stainless steel• Black oxide coated for low reflective signature • Milled Sawteeth on back • NEW ergonomic Textured Thermoplastic Nylon Handle o Marked "M11 Lan-Cay USA" on one sideo LAN-CAY on the scabbard, backside, bottomo Scabbard Specifications: Thermoplastic Nylon Wire Cutter & Screwdriver Equipped with a quick release holster.
While the M11 Knife System was designed for bomb disposal technicians, it has application across many disciplines. It is a multi-function tool that offers unequaled versatility. The blade can cut wood, aluminum or ½ inch rebar. The scabbard contains a cutter plate which can serve as a screwdriver or when used with the knife blade can cut barbed wire or chain link fencing. The M11 can service not only the military and law enforcement fields, but those who work in various construction and maritime trades, search and rescue, land clearing and landscaping, logging and farming occupations. It can be purchased with or without the tool pouch.