{"title":"Austin McGlaun Knives","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"9201\" data-end=\"9634\"\u003eTrue Shot Ammo offers a curated selection of Austin McGlaun knives for sale at competitive prices. Austin McGlaun is known for heavy-duty, tactical-forward knife designs built for strength, resilience, and real-world utility. True Shot Ammo delivers better service and better prices on Austin McGlaun knives in stock and ready to ship fast—making us one of the best places to buy McGlaun-designed knives online.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crkt-du-hoc-black-g-10-sk-5-5-09","title":"CRKT - Du Hoc - Black - G-10 - SK-5 - 5.09\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt on an American hero’s legacy. It wasn’t until half a century after he served, that Forged by War® designer Austin McGlaun discovered his late uncle won the Silver Star at Point Du Hoc. To honor his service, he designed this colossal karambit fixed blade knife. With the help of Ryan Johnson of RMJ Tactical, it’s been perfected as a mission-inspired eye catcher from the tip of the recurved blade to the thumb ring at the end of the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a part of the Forged By War® program, Austin’s design matched with Ryan’s expertise makes the Du Hoc™ a powerful tactical carry. An ominous 5” carbon steel recurved blade—sharp on the nose and the belly—is a dependable companion in a self-defense situation. A thumb ring sits proudly atop the textured G10 handle for an unbreakable traditional karambit-style grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an intentionally-designed knife comes a secure, customizable sheath. Crafted of tough glass-reinforced nylon, ease of access and safety of draw is unmatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a history like this one, the Du Hoc™ was practically born on the front line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Forged By War® Program\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2013, Ryan Johnson of RMJ Tactical, designer of elite, military, tactical tomahawks, approached CRKT® with the news that he had been working with a few combat veterans that had returned from war with varying degrees of post-traumatic stress (PTS).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help work through their challenges, they have been designing and forging steel into custom tools. Drawing from their experience earned in combat situations, they have been creating tools they wished they had available to them in the battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRKT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42242693365865,"sku":"2630","price":96.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/3251\/1081\/files\/Du-Hoc-Front-FI.png?v=1745273749"},{"product_id":"crkt-clever-girl-black-g-10-d2-4-00","title":"CRKT - Clever Girl - Black - G-10 - D2 - 4.00\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged to look its best when things get ugly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you’re in a combat situation in dark, CQB environments, you want something you can draw fast and use instinctively. Enter the Clever Girl™ Folder tactical knife with Deadbolt®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the Forged By War® program, Austin McGlaun of Columbus, Georgia, designed the Clever Girl™. It aligns with his philosophy that a knife is more than a tool. It’s a psychological deterrent that is very different from a gun—it tells your attacker very quickly that you mean business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a black, powder-coated upswept blade, this is a knife that is all about function. It’s here to protect you—be it in the field, on a mission, or in high stress environments. Just grab hold of the tough G10 handle that provides an exceptional grip and deploy it with a simple flipper opening. When it’s open, Deadbolt® engages: steel bolts interlock with the steel blade and the liners to yield outrageous strength. A prominent button sits at the pivot point for simple disengagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the fight for your life, you want the Clever Girl™ Folder to have your back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow Deadbolt® Works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel bolts interlock with the base of the blade when it’s deployed to yield outrageous strength. A prominent button sits at the pivot point for simple, intuitive disengagement without fingers crossing the path of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRKT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42242693398633,"sku":"2640","price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/3251\/1081\/files\/Clever-Girl-Front-Open-FI.png?v=1745273752"},{"product_id":"crkt-clever-girl-fixed-blade-black-g-10-sk-5-4-50","title":"CRKT - Clever Girl Fixed Blade - Black - G-10 - SK-5 - 4.50\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs part of the Forged By War® program, Austin McGlaun of Columbus, Georgia, designed the Clever Girl™. It aligns with his philosophy that a knife is more than a tool. It’s a psychological deterrent that is very different from a gun. It tells your attacker very quickly that you mean business. The Clever Girl™ was created so you can grab it, use it if necessary, and then go home to your family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a black, powder coated upswept blade, this is a knife that is all about function. It’s here to protect you and bring a soldier home at the end of his watch—be it in the field, on a mission, or in high stress environments. Just grab hold of the tough G10 handle that provides an exceptional grip and draw it from the sheath. Then let your body go on autopilot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the fight for your life, you don’t want a pretty girl watching your back. You want a Clever Girl™.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2013, Ryan Johnson of RMJ Tactical, designer of elite, military, tactical tomahawks, approached CRKT® with the news that he had been working with a few combat veterans that had returned from war with varying degrees of post-traumatic stress (PTS).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help work through their challenges, they have been designing and forging steel into custom tools. Drawing from their experience earned in combat situations, they have been creating tools they wished they had available to them in the battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCRKT® cares deeply about our returning veterans and we saw a way to give back to the community that created them. In 2016, we launched the Forged By War® program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are mission ready tools, designed by veterans, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the veterans' charity of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRKT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42242693464169,"sku":"2709","price":80.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/3251\/1081\/files\/Clever-Girl-Fixed-Front-FI.png?v=1745273753"},{"product_id":"crkt-clever-girl-kukri-black-g-10-sk-5-7-75","title":"CRKT - Clever Girl Kukri - Black - G-10 - SK-5 - 7.75\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith years of military service under his belt, knife designer Austin McGlaun knows exactly what kind of tools help you stay on top. Applying his broad experience of combat, Austin is recognized for his contributions to the CRKT® Forged by War® program, where his designs span defense, to everyday purpose. The Kukri carries the torch as the third knife in the Clever Girl™ series and pays homage to the time-honored kukri blade. In addition to its famed military use, the traditional Kukri was once hailed as the go-to for chopping firewood, digging, cutting through tough meat, and conquering farm chores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMirroring the original’s versatility, the reimagined Kukri performs dutifully. Equipped with a fixed, high-performance 7.75” SK-5 carbon steel blade and sturdy G10 handle, its design paves the way for a sturdy strike. Featuring a wider upper chest and sharp inward curve towards the blade’s belly, the Kukri is a hard hitting tool that dominates the great outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen not being used for chopping wood, digging into the earth, or setting up your camp, the Kukri can be transported with ease. Designed with a belt loop on its sheath and also featuring a lanyard hole for a drop leg carry, however you choose to pack it, it’s always ready for transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clever design, the Kukri is built for thick and thin scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRKT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42242693529705,"sku":"2710","price":86.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/3251\/1081\/files\/Clever-Girl-Kukri-FrontFI.png?v=1745273754"}],"url":"https:\/\/trueshotammo.com\/collections\/knives-designer-austin-mcglaun.oembed","provider":"True Shot Ammo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}