Fällkniven F1X handle scales
Fällkniven F1X handle scales
In 2019, Fällkniven—the Swedish premium survival knife brand founded in 1984—launched the F1x (and black-coated F1xb variant) as the flagship of their innovative X-series (alongside S1x and A1x). Debuting early 2019 (with reviews and availability by mid-2019), it modernized the legendary F1 Pilot Survival Knife (Swedish Air Force official since 1995) for enhanced strength, modularity, and field performance
The Fällkniven F1x features a 4-inch (100 mm) drop-point blade in laminated Cobalt Steel (CoS, convex grind) for legendary toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance—thickened to 5 mm full exposed tang for extreme durability in batoning, chopping, and bushcraft. Weighing ~7.2 oz, it includes removable Thermorun scales, protruding tang for fire-starting, lanyard hole, and the new Falcon sheath (Zytel, locking lever, MOLLE-compatible)—ideal for survival knives, bushcraft, and tactical fixed blades
The F1xb adds a durable black Tungsten Carbide coating (83 HRC) for reduced glare, superior scratch resistance, and stealth applications. Priced ~$300–$400 MSRP (Japan-made), the X-series earned acclaim for unbreakable reliability, updated ergonomics, and premium upgrades—solidifying Fällkniven's dominance in high-end laminated steel survival knives and pilot-inspired performance