For years, Kit Carson's M16® designs have been our most popular series. And our Z version has built the largest user base of all. These knives are built for function, not fad. And they are exceptional values. 

The hefty M16®-04Z and M16®-14Z Big Dogs offer larger dual grind Tanto-style blades. These are full-size working knives suited to large hands and heavy-duty tasks. 

They use our very successful InterFrame construction, tough, textured glass filled nylon scales over a 420J2 stainless steel liner InterFrame. We overbuild it for rigidity, using solid glass filled nylon back spacers. And we assemble the handle with superior offset Torx® fasteners. The handle is exceptionally rigid and fills the hand perfectly. 

We use our tough AUS 8 high-carbon stainless steel for the blades to give greater everyday utility, and offer both Razor-Sharp and Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple-Point&trade Serrated edges. 

All models feature the Carson Flipper, which is not only an aid to opening the blade, especially when wearing gloves, but acts as a blade guard when the blade is open. 

We've also incorporated our patented AutoLAWKS&trade automatic knife safety into all models, which converts the M16 Z series into virtual fixed blades when their blades are open and locked. 

All styles have lubrous washers and a removable stainless steel clothing/gear clip. 

Think of the M16-Z as a Clydesdale&mdashready to rush a knight into battle or pull a beer wagon. Every day. Day after day.

Specifications

• Dimensions
  • Open Overall Length: 9.25 inches
  • Closed Length: 5.375 inches
  • Weight: 5.9 ounces
• Blade
  • Length: 3.875 inches
  • Thickness: 0.14 inches
  • Material: AUS 8
  • Blade-HRC: 55-57
  • Finish: Bead-Blast
  • Grind: Hollow
  • Style: Tanto
  • Edge: Plain
• Handle
  • Material: Glass Filled Nylon
  • Liner: 420J2
• Lock
  • Type: Locking Liner
  • Safety System: AutoLAWKS
• Carry
  • Carry System: 1 Position Clip
• Features
  • Flipper: Yes