Another curiosity

Marcus · 4th October 2014, 12:53 AM

The discussion inspired me to search out a military example. I am assuming it is relatively modern. The sheath is plastic. Comments please.

Ian · 4th October 2014, 04:08 AM

Hi Marcus:

The example you show is the Atacameño version of the FAMAE-produced series. This is the NCO model of the corvo.

Similar knives have been produced by the Spanish firm SAMI, and you can find these readily online by searching for "SAMI corvo"--they come with an 8-inch blade made from 440C stainless steel. The more markedly hooked version is also available.

There seem to be some quality control issues with these SAMI knives and I would pay particular attention to how the guard and hilt fit on the Spanish versions compared with the Chilean FAMAE products.

Ian.

4th October 2014, 12:53 AM	#1
Marcus Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 420	Military Curvo The discussion inspired me to search out a military example. I am assuming it is relatively modern. The sheath is plastic. Comments please. Attached Images

4th October 2014, 04:08 AM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,453	Hi Marcus: The example you show is the Atacameño version of the FAMAE-produced series. This is the NCO model of the corvo. Similar knives have been produced by the Spanish firm SAMI, and you can find these readily online by searching for "SAMI corvo"--they come with an 8-inch blade made from 440C stainless steel. The more markedly hooked version is also available. There seem to be some quality control issues with these SAMI knives and I would pay particular attention to how the guard and hilt fit on the Spanish versions compared with the Chilean FAMAE products. Ian.