Maxam 5 Inch Saltwater Knife - Rust-Proof German Stainless Steel Serrated Blade with High-Visibility Yellow Handle, Reversible Pocket Clip, Lanyard Hole

I bought this to replace the cheap folding knife the Coast Guard issued me. This thing is on par with my Spyderco rescue knife, but with the huge advantage of being salt water resistant. It opens easily with one hand, even in gloves. The aggressive serrations readily cut through cables and lines. The bright yellow means you aren’t going to lose it. You cannot beat the functionality and price of this thing. Mariners, boaters, fishermen, carry on one on you. It may save your life.

I came across this Maxam branded knife searching for a rescue knife for both my IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit) bag and ankle holster. I was looking at Hogue and Spyderco so when I saw the price tag of this knife (under $20) I just had to order it. Honestly, I was not expecting much and figured I would be returning it to Amazon for refund and purchasing a couple Spyderco. I just received the knife and to say I am surprised by the quality is an understatement. Balance, fit, finish, feel, mechanics, are all top notch. One handed opening and closing, no problem. The serrated blade is razor sharp with a very nice grind. This things got Spyderco written all over it. So now I'm thinking this thing just can't hold up in use, but I got a feeling that I'm in for another pleasant surprise. Time will tell. I just ordered a second one.

Bought to try after I lost my Spyderco, this is a quality product and saved me $100+. It stays sharp, doesn’t rust. I can’t recommend this enough.

Great knife

I want to preface this review by saying I am a bit of a knife snob. I usually carry brands like ZT, Benchmade, Spyderco, and US made Kershaw. I bought this to go in my extra set of turnouts. I basically wanted something I would consider disposable. I selected it because it looked similar to the Spyderco rescue I carry in my main turnouts and it had good reviews. It really is decent for the price. Honestly I did not expect a knife for under $20 would be as nice as this was but thought I would give it a shot. The edge is not terrific but the serrations are pretty aggressive and it easily cut through a rope. Now, I do not expect that it would hold an edge if used this way repeatedly but I rarely use the knife I carry in my turnouts and since the set of turnouts do not get much use it will probably be used even less so I expect it will hold an edge well enough for my purposes. In the hand it feels relatively solid but when you open the blade there is a bit of play side to side. I'm not crazy about that but once again as long as it does not snap on me I think it will be okay. It definitely is a cheap budget knife which is why I'm reading it is highly as I am. It would not be fair to hold it to the standards of other knives that I'm used to. Overall it is not bad for the price point and for occasional use.

Stays rust-free and the bright handle saves me from losing it like an idiot. Cuts 3in cotton line like its butter.

The Maxim saltwater knife compares favorably with the Byrd Cara Cara 2. The Maxim's yellow handle is easily spotted if droped and is more ergonomic with rounded handle edges. The top blade edges were a bit sharp bit easily smoothed wth a flat file. The clip is very tight but adjustable. Fit, finish and design all compare favorably with the Byrd at consuderably less $. I recommend this knife as a good value for the $.

Blade and hardware started to rust and corrode within 2 days of being in salt water. Save your money and buy something else

Buenos acabados. Tiene buen peso, el diseño es bueno y cómodo. Cuenta con sistema de bloqueo de seguridad cuando la navaja esta abierta.

Existe en el mundo del EDC trofeos y piezas increíbles, lo disfruto mucho, pero también se requiere algo usable, funcional y que no te deje tirado, esta navaja es eso y más. Un todo terreno que no se achica, te maravilla y encuentras que te acompaña diario. Solo debes pulir algunos bordes del mecanismo, en mi caso estaban propensos a cortar al abrir o cerrar la navaja, una vez tomado acción sin problema.

Me gustó la herramienta, pero en la imagen el mango se ve de color amarillo y en físico es color amarillo fluorescente, quizá solo ese detalle, pero no afecta en nada su funcionalidad.

Creo por precio calidad es buen producto pero se debería mejorar el material del mango(cacha) muy buen filo y bonito diseño