$55.00 inc GST
KA-BAR / KA BAR / KABAR
Compact survival knife designed for neck‑cord or boot‑lace carry. The KA‑BAR 1478BP features a 1.7″ stainless steel blade, friction‑sheath, and included cord — ready as your last‑resort tool.
The KA‑BAR 1478BP Last Ditch LDK Knife offers serious utility in a minimalist profile. With an overall size similar to a credit card, it’s built to go where larger knives can’t — worn around the neck, laced into your boots, or clipped on a vest strap. Whether for emergency survival or backup tool use, this knife is engineered to stay ready until you need it most.
Lifestyle Use Cases
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Wear around the neck using the provided cord for fast access in survival
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Lace into boot laces or vest webbing to maintain carry without interfering with movement or gear
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Keep as a backup tool when your primary knife is out of reach — slim and strong enough to perform
Construction & Design Features
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Blade length: 1.7″ stainless steel, offering cutting and utility functions in a compact size
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Overall length: 3.6″ — small enough for slim carry while still functional
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Friction‑fit hard‑plastic sheath with slim profile
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Includes black 550‑paracord for neck‑carry or versatile rigging options
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Black powder‑coated finish resists corrosion
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Intended for utility and survival — not heavy‑duty chopping or full‑sized tasks
Specifications
| Feature | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Blade Length | 43 mm | 1.7″ |
| Overall Length | 91 mm | 3.6″ |
| Weight | ~23 g | 0.8 oz |
| Sheath Origin | — | Made in Taiwan |
| Carry Options | Neck cord or boot‑lace pass‑through | — |
| Profile | Ultra‑Compact |
Brand
Ka-Bar USA
Aussie Outback Supplies is the Sole Authorised Australian Distributor of Ka-Bar USA. We guarantee genuine products, backed by a full manufacturer’s warranty.
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Aussie Outback Supplies, led by the Spencer family, has proudly distributed Ka-Bar USA knives in Australia since 1987. Ka-Bar was launched in Australia by father and son, Keith and Darren Spencer. Today, that legacy continues with the third generation—Darren and his son Brayden—offering over 150 Ka-Bar models across the country.
Ka-Bar USA was originally founded in 1898 in Tidioute, Pennsylvania, as the Tidioute Cutlery Company. It later became Union Cutlery and relocated to Olean, New York. The Ka-Bar name became iconic during World War II with the release of the USMC Fighting/Utility Knife. Today, Ka-Bar continues to manufacture knives in Olean, NY, for military, law enforcement, hunting, bushcraft, and outdoor use worldwide.
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