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NRS Pilot<\/strong> is a fixed blade rescue knife designed for river rescue but also suited to everyday paddling. It is 18.4 cm long with a 9.1 cm blade and weighs 125 g with the sheath. The longer handle and blade give more power and control than the compact model. The blade is 420 HC stainless steel, so the knife is intended for fresh water.<\/p>\n

\"NRS<\/p>\n

Key benefits of the NRS Pilot knife<\/h2>\n

\u2713 9.1 cm blade<\/strong> \u2013 a longer cutting edge for thick ropes, lines and straps<\/p>\n

\u2713 Combination edge<\/strong> \u2013 reverse curve serrations cut tough fibres fast<\/p>\n

\u2713 Blunt safety tip<\/strong> \u2013 lower risk of puncturing a boat or injuring someone in a tight spot<\/p>\n

\u2713 Thumbs Up sheath<\/strong> \u2013 attaches to a life jacket and opens with one thumb movement<\/p>\n

\u2713 Lanyard hole in the handle<\/strong> \u2013 extra protection against losing the knife in the current<\/p>\n

\u2713 Scuba tank valve wrench<\/strong> \u2013 built into the centre of the handle<\/p>\n

Construction and details<\/h2>\n
\"NRSAn edge for every cutting job<\/strong>
Part of the blade is plain and part is serrated. The plain section suits precise cuts, and the reverse curve serrations bite into fibres and cut rope or a strap with little effort. Jimping on the blade spine keeps your thumb in place, so your hand does not slip.<\/div>\n
\"DrawingThumbs Up sheath on your life jacket<\/strong>
The low profile sheath attaches firmly to a life jacket lash tab and does not snag on ropes. The knife is held securely and releases when you lift the handle with your thumb. You can draw it with one hand, even while the other holds a paddle or rope.<\/div>\n

Asymmetric handle for wet conditions<\/h3>\n

The glass reinforced polypropylene handle is rubber coated, so it holds firmly in wet hands. The asymmetric shape of the handle and blade, together with the blunt tip, helps you orient the blade correctly even without looking. A scuba tank valve wrench sits in the centre of the handle.<\/p>\n

Technical data<\/h2>\n
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  • Overall length: 18.4 cm<\/li>\n
  • Blade length: 9.1 cm<\/li>\n
  • Weight with sheath: 125 g (knife 103 g, sheath 21 g)<\/li>\n
  • Blade: 420 HC stainless steel, plain and serrated edge, blunt tip<\/li>\n
  • Handle: glass reinforced polypropylene with rubber<\/li>\n
  • Sheath: glass reinforced polypropylene with rubber supports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    How does the NRS Pilot differ from the Co-Pilot and Pilot SAR?<\/h2>\n

    NRS Co-Pilot<\/a> is shorter (15.2 cm) and lighter, so it suits a life jacket with little space. The NRS Pilot has a longer blade and a bigger handle, so it is easier to work with thicker ropes. NRS Pilot SAR<\/a> has a G10 handle and a glass breaker, and is made for professional rescuers.<\/p>\n

    Is the NRS Pilot suitable for the sea?<\/h2>\n

    The manufacturer intends this model for fresh water. After every outing in salt water, rinse the knife with fresh water and dry it, and the 420 HC steel will stay clean for a long time. For paddling at sea, NRS offers the NRS Titanium Pilot<\/a> with a titanium blade.<\/p>\n

    If the sheath loosens over time, tighten the small screw under the NRS logo with a #6 Torx key. Do not use other screwdrivers: you will damage the screw head, and such damage is not covered by the warranty.<\/p>\n