Fällkniven A1X handle scales
Fällkniven A1X handle scales
In 2019, Fällkniven—the Swedish premium survival knife brand founded in 1984—launched the A1x (and black-coated A1xb variant) as part of the groundbreaking X-series (alongside F1x and S1x). Announced around early 2019 (with full availability by mid-2019 per reviews and catalogs), it modernized the classic A1 survival knife (debut ~2000s) for enhanced durability and modularity
The Fällkniven A1x features a 6.3-inch (160 mm) drop-point blade in laminated Cobalt Steel (CoS, convex grind) for legendary toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance—thickened to 7 mm full exposed tang for extreme strength in chopping, batoning, and heavy bushcraft. Weighing ~11–12 oz, it includes removable Thermorun scales, protruding tang for fire-starting, lanyard hole, and the new Falcon sheath with secure locking lever (Zytel, MOLLE-compatible)—ideal for survival knives, bushcraft, and tactical fixed blades
The A1xb adds a durable black Tungsten Carbide coating (83 HRC hardness) for reduced glare, extra scratch resistance, and stealth use. Priced ~$400–$500 MSRP (Japan-made), the X-series earned praise for unbreakable reliability, updated ergonomics, and premium upgrades—solidifying Fällkniven's dominance in high-end laminated steel survival knives and field-proven performance