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SOG Pocket Rescue Knife - Trident Elite Tactical

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Recommended Uses For Product Car,Military
Brand SOG
Model Name SOG Knives - Trident - Elite, TiNi
Special Feature Folding
Age Range (Description) Adult
Included Components Knife
Handle Material Rubber
Color Black Tini
Blade Material Stainless Steel
Style Trident Elite-Drop Point Straight Black

About this item

  • TACTICAL FOLDING KNIVES WITH 3.7 INCH BLADE: AUS-8 stainless steel tactical knife, military knife, EMT knife and razor sharp urban knife measures 8.7 inches in total length; model number: TF102-CP
  • FOLDING KNIFE WITH GLASS BREAKER AND CORD CUTTER: This car rescue tool and auto rescue tool includes an emergency knife groove to cut cords, lines or belts in-sheath; folding knives lock stronger and release easier with SOG Assisted Tech and Arc Actuator
  • QUICK ACCESS SURVIVAL POCKET KNIFE: First responder knife, police knife, and firefighter knife opens one-handed as an emergency escape tool; add this 4.4-ounce ems knife and paramedic knife to fire rescue tools and emt gear
  • TAC KNIFE WITH BLACK TITANIUM NITRIDE COATING: Foldable knife for men or pocket knife for women is scratch- and peel-resistant; these emergency knives feature glass-reinforced nylon handle and molded rubber grip
  • SOG KNIVES FOR LIFE: Take care of your tactical knives and we’ll take care of you; these black pocket knives are built to last, and we consider all repair and replacement requests
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Good Groove: SOG’s patented Groove handle tech lets you cut cord and line without opening the blade.

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Field Notes:

"The Trident Elite is ready before you are."

Power Features:

  • Ultra-quick open
  • Tough titanium-nitride finish
  • Glass breaker and cord cutter

Trident Triple-Threat Design Triumphs

Black TiNi Blade, S.A.T. + Arc Actuator

Trust the SOG Trident Elite assisted opening knife to bring your blade to the ready right quick. SOG, based in Seattle, WA, created this knife to deploy as fast our first responders and frontline warfighters at home and abroad.

  • 3.7” TITANIUM NITRIDE-COATED AUS-8 STAINLESS STEEL: The Trident Elite is sharper than a viper tooth and strikes twice as fast
  • ONE-HAND OPEN + ARC ACTUATOR: S.A.T. assisted knife design makes the Trident fast in either hand; Arc Actuator locks/releases easy
  • DISCREET REVERSIBLE LOW CARRY: Your knife is nobody’s business but yours, and SOG lets you keep it that way with this clip
  • 3.9 OZ. STRAIGHT EDGE: This blade offers clean cuts and easy serviceability with a clip point that drops down for more precise piercing-style cuts
  • SOG COMMITMENT: Take care of your knives and we’ll take care of you; SOG tools are built to last, and we’re committed to making sure they do

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BORN + BASED IN THE USA

SOG STRONG. SOG, short for MACV-SOG, is a U.S. tool and knife company founded in 1986 and named in honor of the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam - Studies and Observations Group, a spec ops outfit that valued quick, quiet solutions.

SOG SUPPORT. Our knives and tools are built to last, and we always stand ready to assist you when needed.

U.S. DESIGN + QUALITY CONTROL

SOG STEEL. Your SOG Trident Elite assisted opening folder is crafted in hardcased black titanium nitride-coated AUS-8 stainless steel and hardened using our cryogenic heat treatment; the steel is lowered to -300°F then brought to room temp to relieve blade stress at the atomic level, thereby increasing edge retention and hardness.

SOG STRAIGHT EDGE. The Trident Elite features a partially serrated blade for quick, clean edge cuts and a clip-point design that brings the point closer to the knife’s center line for more balanced piercing-style cuts.

CONTENTS

  • SOG Trident Elite Tanto Assisted Opening Knife (TF102-CP)
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Trident Elite (TF102-CP) Trident Elite (TF104-CP) Trident Elite (TF106-CP) Trident Elite (TF101-CP)
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Blade Length 3.7" 3.7" 3.7" 3.7"
Closed Length 4.8" 5.2" 5.2” 4.8”
Weight 4.4 oz. 3.9 oz. 3.9 oz. 4.4 oz.
Steel Type AUS-8 AUS-8 AUS-8 AUS-8
Handle Type Glass-Reinforced Nylon + Rubber Inlays Glass-Reinforced Nylon + Rubber Inlays Glass-Reinforced Nylon + Rubber Inlays Glass-Reinforced Nylon + Rubber Inlays
Blade Shape Clip Point Tanto Clip Point Clip Point
Finish Hardcased Black TiNi Black TiNi Black TiNi Satin Polished
Assisted Opening Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Product Description

Try the Trident Elite once and you’ll never carry that other brand’s blade again. That’s our challenge to you. Give it a push on either Thumbstud and the 3.7” blade jumps from the handle as if coiled and ready to strike. That’s thanks to SOG Assisted Technology (S.A.T.), a system of opposing high-tension coils that propel the blade open instantly once you give it a flick.

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Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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1,010 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of sharpening, portability, and value of the knife. They mention that it's razor sharp right out of the box, and very lightweight. They are also satisfied with feel, and quality. However, some complain about the ease to use, saying that the lock release is very stiff. Opinions are mixed on size, and ease of opening.

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280 customers mention218 positive62 negative

Customers like the quality of the knife. They say it's the best engineered cutting and stabbing knife, with a good blade and great texture. The handle feels very solid, and the AUS8 steel usually holds up well. It's a very good knife for EDC and the glass breaking spike is still sturdy. It is also one of the most useful knives they've ever owned.

"...The blade comes razor sharp and has thus far held its edge well. If you haven't noticed, the blade itself has a curve to it...." Read more

"...After 30 seconds on a leather razor strop the factory sharpened blade was shaving hair smoothly...." Read more

"...It feels solid in the hand and the parts feel robust. The windshield hammer and the seatbelt cutter are nice as well...." Read more

"Overall this is an excellent knife. I have had this knife about three months...." Read more

103 customers mention95 positive8 negative

Customers find the knife easy to sharpen. They mention that it's razor sharp right out of the box, and has stayed sharp enough that they haven't needed to re-sharpen it. Some say that sharpening with a stone is difficult, so they would suggest getting one of the ceramic sharpeners. Overall, customers like the well designed knife and say it holds its sharpness very well.

"...The blade comes razor sharp and has thus far held its edge well...." Read more

"...3. The seatbelt cutter uses the main blade, which will make it easy to sharpen...." Read more

"...gets used for paper, wood, and digging in the dirt and has stayed sharp enough that I haven't needed to re-dress the edge since first re-sharpening...." Read more

"...belly near the tip is excellent for many EDC tasks, and it holds it's sharpness very well, even better than some S30V knives I have...." Read more

50 customers mention43 positive7 negative

Customers like the value of the knife. They say it's a great product for the price, worth the buy, and a solid carry knife. Some customers also mention that it has tremendous functionality and reliability for the money.

"...This knife is solid and IMHO worth every penny." Read more

"...Affordable, durable, I have tested the glass breaker....works better than i expected...shattered 1/2 inch glass with one strike...." Read more

"...It's certainly not a bad product and it's priced right so I don't think you will feel bad about buying this knife but this model is not as great as..." Read more

"...recommend it to anyone looking for a good, solid, middle of the road priced carry knife." Read more

46 customers mention40 positive6 negative

Customers like the portability of the knife. For example, they say it's light, surprising light given its tactical look, and fits well in the pocket. Some mention that the blade wobbles.

"Better ergonomics than my Benchmade Boost or Griptillian. Light weight and the arc lock seems to be pretty good; solid lock-up with no blade play...." Read more

"...I promptly fell in love with the knifes light weight, feel and the assisted opening...." Read more

"...The thickness is a good thickness and has a good weight. The locking mechanism works well and I like the thumb unlock tab...." Read more

"Everyone who touches this knife comments on how light it is...." Read more

41 customers mention37 positive4 negative

Customers like the feel of the knife. They say the ergonomics and grippy finish allow them to hold on to the knife with ease. They also mention that the handle is comfortable and the blade is sharp. Some say that the knife feels solid in the hand and the parts feel robust.

"...The handle is ergonomically perfect for my hands. The blade safety lock functions very tightly and much better than most blade locks...." Read more

"This is a good knife for every day carry. It feels solid in the hand and the parts feel robust...." Read more

"...jimping along the spine and in the choil make it virtually impossible to lose your grip; the reinforced spine and tip are a cut above (lol) other..." Read more

"...I promptly fell in love with the knifes light weight, feel and the assisted opening...." Read more

94 customers mention57 positive37 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of opening. Some mention that the assisted opening feature is fast, smooth, and easy for one-hand use. However, others say that the knife is difficult to close with one hand, the blade shoots open with so much force that it practically pops the knife.

"...I have had this knife about three months. It has an assisted open mechanism which springs to life at the touch of a stud and has a strong lock-up...." Read more

"...the blade shot open with so much force that the blade slipped through my thumb and index finger..." Read more

"...and tip are a cut above (lol) other tanto profiles; the spring assist is excellent, and seems like it may even have been improved since the last one..." Read more

"...promptly fell in love with the knifes light weight, feel and the assisted opening...." Read more

71 customers mention39 positive32 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the size of the knife. Some find it fits in the hand pretty well, has a generous grip, and the handle safety is strong but tiny. Others say that the pocket clip is too tight and doesn't loosen up.

"...The handle is ergonomically perfect for my hands. The blade safety lock functions very tightly and much better than most blade locks...." Read more

"...2. Next, the tension release has a sliding stud which is small, stiff and sharp...." Read more

"...is top of the line; the lockup is rock solid; the blade lock is a very handy safety feature; the cord cutter slot will cut your seatbelt safely..." Read more

"...Only issue is clip screw wasnt long enough for lefty carriers for clip to ve proper so i had to get new clip and proper screw sog warranty...." Read more

37 customers mention3 positive34 negative

Customers find the lock release very stiff, the locking mechanism is stiff, and the blades are stiff to push open. They also say the action is stiff and gritty. Some customers also mention that the release is hard to manipulate and the collapsing button is too stiff or too loose.

"...Also, the unlock button is a bit loose. It doesn't affect the operation of the knife, but when the knife is closed, it can be moved along its track...." Read more

"...When closing the knife the action seems gritty and stiff. A couple of bronze shims would have smoothed things up considerably...." Read more

"...As others have mentioned, the “assisted” opening is so stiff I’m not sure if it’s an assist or an impediment...." Read more

"...I was a little bummed that the release was hard to manipulate and that the blade felt like it caught up on something when first opening...." Read more

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Best pocket knife I've owned.
Love this knife to death! Been using Buck knives and other brands forever. Last year I tried a SOG Trident and loved it. Ended up losing it but bought this to replace it. Its a world of different from the original Trident. The casing nice as the rubber helps when your hands are wet. Only tried the glass breaker once (first time ever for me and scared the crap out of me), and worked well. The blade is sharp so the cord cutter worked REALLY well. Just make sure the blade lock is on before using the cord cutter (I made that mistake once already and felt like a complete idiot. Won't EVER make that mistake again).The blade comes razor sharp and has thus far held its edge well. If you haven't noticed, the blade itself has a curve to it. This helps when cutting rope as the slight bend keeps the rope on the blade during sawing motions.The SOG Assist is crazy strong. Knives I've using before (especially with Gerber) required a little wrist flick to make the blade come out really fast. The assist on this knife is so strong that the blade practically forces its way our after a small touch to the thumb nub. When I first got it, I was being especially careful with it as to not mar any of its surfaces. Not expecting such a strong assist, I tried to carefully open the blade with 2 hands. Holding the handle in my right hand and slowly pulled the blade with my left (spine, or dull side of the blade towards the palm of my left hand) the blade shot open with so much force that the blade slipped through my thumb and index finger and open straight past my left hand, slicing the palm of my left hand right open. Crazy thing, the only edge of the blade that touched me was the tip and the blunt spine. This just goes to show how sharp the blade tip is and how strong the SOG assist is.This knife is solid and IMHO worth every penny.
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Jae Fernandez
5.0 out of 5 stars Best pocket knife I've owned.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2017
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Love this knife to death! Been using Buck knives and other brands forever. Last year I tried a SOG Trident and loved it. Ended up losing it but bought this to replace it. Its a world of different from the original Trident. The casing nice as the rubber helps when your hands are wet. Only tried the glass breaker once (first time ever for me and scared the crap out of me), and worked well. The blade is sharp so the cord cutter worked REALLY well. Just make sure the blade lock is on before using the cord cutter (I made that mistake once already and felt like a complete idiot. Won't EVER make that mistake again).
The blade comes razor sharp and has thus far held its edge well. If you haven't noticed, the blade itself has a curve to it. This helps when cutting rope as the slight bend keeps the rope on the blade during sawing motions.
The SOG Assist is crazy strong. Knives I've using before (especially with Gerber) required a little wrist flick to make the blade come out really fast. The assist on this knife is so strong that the blade practically forces its way our after a small touch to the thumb nub. When I first got it, I was being especially careful with it as to not mar any of its surfaces. Not expecting such a strong assist, I tried to carefully open the blade with 2 hands. Holding the handle in my right hand and slowly pulled the blade with my left (spine, or dull side of the blade towards the palm of my left hand) the blade shot open with so much force that the blade slipped through my thumb and index finger and open straight past my left hand, slicing the palm of my left hand right open. Crazy thing, the only edge of the blade that touched me was the tip and the blunt spine. This just goes to show how sharp the blade tip is and how strong the SOG assist is.
This knife is solid and IMHO worth every penny.
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Jae Fernandez
5.0 out of 5 stars Best pocket knife I've owned.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2017
Love this knife to death! Been using Buck knives and other brands forever. Last year I tried a SOG Trident and loved it. Ended up losing it but bought this to replace it. Its a world of different from the original Trident. The casing nice as the rubber helps when your hands are wet. Only tried the glass breaker once (first time ever for me and scared the crap out of me), and worked well. The blade is sharp so the cord cutter worked REALLY well. Just make sure the blade lock is on before using the cord cutter (I made that mistake once already and felt like a complete idiot. Won't EVER make that mistake again).
The blade comes razor sharp and has thus far held its edge well. If you haven't noticed, the blade itself has a curve to it. This helps when cutting rope as the slight bend keeps the rope on the blade during sawing motions.
The SOG Assist is crazy strong. Knives I've using before (especially with Gerber) required a little wrist flick to make the blade come out really fast. The assist on this knife is so strong that the blade practically forces its way our after a small touch to the thumb nub. When I first got it, I was being especially careful with it as to not mar any of its surfaces. Not expecting such a strong assist, I tried to carefully open the blade with 2 hands. Holding the handle in my right hand and slowly pulled the blade with my left (spine, or dull side of the blade towards the palm of my left hand) the blade shot open with so much force that the blade slipped through my thumb and index finger and open straight past my left hand, slicing the palm of my left hand right open. Crazy thing, the only edge of the blade that touched me was the tip and the blunt spine. This just goes to show how sharp the blade tip is and how strong the SOG assist is.
This knife is solid and IMHO worth every penny.
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W Seas
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent SOG Quality
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2022
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I received the excellent SOG Trident Elite today. What an excellent piece of hardware! After 30 seconds on a leather razor strop the factory sharpened blade was shaving hair smoothly. A drop of oil in several places had the moving parts of the knife functioning smoothly also. As others have stated, the blade does jump out of the handle with more power than I expected. (The Trident Elite video does not do it justice.) And the blade locks open with no looseness in any direction. The handle is ergonomically perfect for my hands. The blade safety lock functions very tightly and much better than most blade locks. The pocket clip works very well for deep carry with none of the handle visible. Overall, I can find nothing negative to report except that, 5 stars are not enough for me to give the Trident Elite a proper, well-deserved rating.
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Han Ng
5.0 out of 5 stars Good EDC knife
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2020
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This is a good knife for every day carry. It feels solid in the hand and the parts feel robust. The windshield hammer and the seatbelt cutter are nice as well. The only thing I would have liked is a rubberized tip on the pocket clip so that it doesn't scratch stuff up. Here are the other things I noticed: 1. Opening of the blade required quite a bit of force, but once that force is applied, the assisted opening makes sure that the blade fully deploys and locks every time. 2. Closing the blade requires putting and maintaining pressure on an unlock button and then folding the blade it. This will take two hands because the deployment assist gives resistance. Also, the unlock button is a bit loose. It doesn't affect the operation of the knife, but when the knife is closed, it can be moved along its track. 3. The seatbelt cutter uses the main blade, which will make it easy to sharpen. When the knife is closed, the seatbelt indent exposes a small section of the blade. There is a safety that prevents opening the knife, which I assume is to ensure that the blade does not accidentally open while cutting a seatbelt.
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L Day
4.0 out of 5 stars A good knife with a few bugs
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2015
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Overall this is an excellent knife. I have had this knife about three months. It has an assisted open mechanism which springs to life at the touch of a stud and has a strong lock-up. The metal used is AUS8 which will stay working sharp for a very long time. It is not a "razor" sharp knife because AUS 8 doesn't like to hold a super fine edge; what it does do is cut for a very long time without needing sharpening. If you want a razor edge they sell a VG 10 version for a lot more, but more exotic super metals tend to chip and I prefer an edge that is less sharp and less brittle. I was not impressed with the edge when it arrived and put a 20 degree edge on it about four days later. The TF101 gets used for paper, wood, and digging in the dirt and has stayed sharp enough that I haven't needed to re-dress the edge since first re-sharpening. The grip is light and easy to grab even with wet hands. Now the flaws that caused it to get four stars:

1. The lock-up is strong, but there don't seem to be any bearings to keep the action smooth. When closing the knife the action seems gritty and stiff. A couple of bronze shims would have smoothed things up considerably.
2. Next, the tension release has a sliding stud which is small, stiff and sharp. There is no reason why they couldn't have made it wider and more finger friendly, as it physically hurts to pull back. I have added oil and graphite to the action in order to try and smooth it out but it is still painful to use, hence the knife is hard to close.
3. My last complaint is the safety. Knives don't need safeties, but when they do have them, they need to make sense. I have keep looking to see which way to slide it, and the safety slides around in my pocket, either opening or closing of its own volition as it moves during the day. I keep this knife nominally for self defense and need a safety which stays in one place. If the bad day ever comes when I actually need to deploy the thing, I can get it open.
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MS
5.0 out of 5 stars Gut durchdacht, gut umgesetzt
Reviewed in Germany on October 10, 2016
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Gut durchdacht, gut umgesetzt. Stabil gefertigt. Für den gröberen Einsatz konzipiert. Wird mein Begleiter bei Rettungseinsätzen und kann sehr hilfreich sein. Der Antirutschgriff für ein sicheres Handling ist für schwierige Umweltbedingungen gut geeignet. Die Griffschalen sind für höhere Beladtungen extra mit metallspangen gesichert. Jetzt muss es nur noch maximalbelastungen aushalten. Noch nicht probiert, aber es wirkt so, als ob es das könnte.
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