Product Dimensions | 14.61 x 3.18 x 24.13 cm; 195.04 g |
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Item model number | 62065 |
Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
Age Range | Adult |
Blade Edge | Flat |
Blade Length | 3 Inches |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Colour | Nav Green |
Size | 3" |
Style | Nav Green |
Height | 1 inches |
Length | 9.5 inches |
Weight | 181 g |
Width | 5.5 inches |
Material | Blend |
Number of Items | 1 |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Season | All Weather |
Special Features | Lightweight |
Included Components | GEAR AID Akua Blunt Tip Paddle Knife with Serrated Blade and Sheath, Green, 3” Blade |
Batteries Included? | No |
Brand | Gear Aid |
Item Weight | 195 g |
GEAR AID Akua Blunt Tip Paddle Knife with Serrated 3” Blade and Sheath
Purchase options and add-ons
Recommended uses for product | Camping |
Brand | Gear Aid |
Model name | Akua Blunt Tip Paddle Knife with Serrated Blade and Sheath |
Special feature | Lightweight |
Age range (description) | Adult |
About this item
- Take this titanium-coated 3” blade on riverside adventures; designed with a cord cutter and straight and serrated edges to cut rope, fishing line, and food
- Use it as a screwdriver or to pry open shellfish with the stainless-steel and blunt tip blade that won’t pierce inflatables
- Mount it virtually anywhere with the MOLLE compatible sheath (1” webbing mount); also has removable belt clip and lash tab mount
- Access the lightweight fixed blade knife with the quick release sheath, simply press the thumb tab and pull (weighs under 6 oz)
- Packaging may vary
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Additional Information
ASIN | B074YFMVT2 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #16,203 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #32 in Camping Fixed-Blade Knives |
Date First Available | Aug. 29 2017 |
Manufacturer | GEAR AID |
Place of Business | BELLINGHAM, WA, 98229 US |
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Paddle down the river with the Akua Blunt Tip Knife attached securely to your PFD, boat deck, or leg. With its compact, yet tough 3” titanium-coated blade and blunt tip, you have an effective cutting and prying tool that won’t puncture inflatables. In case of an emergency, cut your way free with the serrated blade or cord cutter. Weighing less than 6 ounces, it’s a lightweight and versatile river/rescue knife that can be mounted almost anywhere. Flip it over to use the glass breaker for getting out of a jam. Also includes a bottle opener for beverages. Take on your next freshwater adventure with the Akua at your side.
Top Brand: Gear Aid
From the manufacturer

Multipurpose Tool
Designed with a cord cutter, blunt tip and glass breaker, it’s more than just a knife.
Easily Mountable
Securely attaches to a PFD, boat deck, or leg for quick access when the situation arises.
Strong and Lightweight
Full tang, titanium-coated blade is compact at 3” long and won’t break under pressure.
Built for Adventure
Stainless-steel blade keeps your knife sharp and ready for anything.
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4.4 out of 5 stars 873
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4.6 out of 5 stars 166
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4.2 out of 5 stars 315
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Price | $42.63$42.63 | $38.01$38.01 | $35.28$35.28 | $35.69$35.69 |
Blade Style | Blunt tip, full tang | Drop point, full tang | Tanto, full tang | Blue tip, full tang |
Blade Length (in) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Knife Weight (oz) | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.6 | 4.6 |
Stainless-Steel | 5Cr15 | 5Cr15 | 5Cr15 | 304 |
Handle Colors | Black and nav green | Black and orange | Black and coyote | Gray and nav green |
Titanium-Coated | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Glass Breaker / Tank Banger | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Primary Use | Paddle and rescue | Camping and fishing | Survival and tactical | Dive, paddle and rescue |
Top Features | Cord cutter, blunt tip and two edges | Quick rip serrated edge with thumb grip | Two blade edges with lanyard hole | Resists corrosion, cord cutter and blunt tip |

Customer reviews
Customers say
Customers appreciate the sharp blade and suitable size of the knife. They find it useful for kayak fishing or paddling, and consider it a good tool to have on hand. Many customers consider it a good value for money. However, some have reported issues with rusting. Opinions vary regarding the build quality and design.
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Customers appreciate the knife's sharp blade. They find it useful for kayak fishing, paddling, and cutting rope. The safety tip and cord cutter are mentioned as excellent features. The knife has a nice finish and can be used for underwater activities like fighting or shaving beards.
"Picked this up to keep on me when I am teaching water rescue. Came quite sharp but a few swipes on a stone and it got up to razor level which..." Read more
"...Just keep blade oiled and it will prevent further rusting. Sharp blade. Sheath holds the blade well. Fits hand just fine...." Read more
"Great knife for kayak fishing or paddling ,clips on life jacket in many ways . Good too have on hand ." Read more
"...Having the serrations, rope cutter, and a 2nd tiny edge gives you so many options to cut through just about anything...." Read more
Customers like the knife quality. They say it's a good tool and practical, but the plastic handle can be slippery when wet.
"...Good too have on hand ." Read more
"Knife works well. It has a plastic handle so its slippery when wet. Add grip tape and tether it." Read more
"Great product... Love the design and solid build. Works great for outdoor activities around water. Many great, practical features...." Read more
"Nice tool , good quality and price" Read more
Customers like the size of the knife. They say it fits their life jackets well. The clip is easy to use and strong.
"...Sharp blade. Sheath holds the blade well. Fits hand just fine. I added a tether for added security." Read more
"Shipment arrived as indicated. Good size/handy knife to be used everywhere on/under the water, hiking and camping...." Read more
"Sturdy, quality knife, just the right size for your pfd. Clip is easy to use and strong" Read more
"Seems a nice knife. Fits my life jacket fine. Hoping it doesn’t rust up." Read more
Customers appreciate the knife's value for money.
"This a a great knife for the price. I am a commercial fisherman and use this knife every day during the season...." Read more
"...it, there are much better paddling knives out there at this price point." Read more
"Great for the money but if you pull on the knife without releasing it from the sheath it still comes out, which could be a hasard." Read more
"Great knife at a great price. Got this blunt tip knife to carry on my raft." Read more
Customers have different views on the knife's build quality. Some find it well-made and durable, even after being submerged in fresh water. Others report issues like a flimsy handle, poor blade quality, and rusting or shattered handles.
"...The knife in the photo is 4 years old and is still going strong...." Read more
"...It seems to have held the edge so it's not super soft. The sheath is solid and keeps the knife in place though the belt clip is a little tight to..." Read more
"...The handle did not look sturdy at all, but to be honest, I didn't open it...." Read more
"Great knife made in China." Read more
Customers have different views on the knife's design. Some appreciate its solid build and professional look, while others find it looks cheap and amateurish like a kids' toy.
"Looks great on line but once this hits the salt water it starts to rust. I like everything about this little knife but the rust is a big pain." Read more
"...The bottle opener design was poorly thought out, but I ground the “hook” off as soon as I opened it and have had no issues...." Read more
"Great product... Love the design and solid build. Works great for outdoor activities around water. Many great, practical features...." Read more
"...It's amateur look (like a kids toy), weight and design prompted me to return it. That said, it may work really well?" Read more
Customers are unhappy with the knife's rust resistance. They say it rusts quickly and the holder falls apart.
"Good overall dive knife. Rusts a little easy but to be expected for the price point and use in salt water...." Read more
"Got rusty after being in the ocean . Otherwise seemed like a good quality" Read more
"For a knife that you use near the water, it start rusting after the first use" Read more
"Looks great on line but once this hits the salt water it starts to rust. I like everything about this little knife but the rust is a big pain." Read more
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- Reviewed in Canada on May 27, 2021Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseThis a a great knife for the price. I am a commercial fisherman and use this knife every day during the season. I am also and avid salt water kayaker and carry the same knife. This knife basically lives around my neck in a salt water environment. The knife in the photo is 4 years old and is still going strong. Those complaining about rust clearly do not take care of their gear like they say they do. All steel will rust when exposed to salt water if not properly cared for. The bottle opener design was poorly thought out, but I ground the “hook” off as soon as I opened it and have had no issues. The knife can be a bit fussy to keep a razor edge on, I sharpen my knife daily so that isn’t an issue for me. However if you use it and don’t sharpen it just know getting that edge back will take a bit of time. I love the knife so much that I bought extras that I keep in my gear bag incase I lose mine overboard. Wash it, sharpen it and treat it with a light coat of mineral oil and it will hold up well.
This a a great knife for the price. I am a commercial fisherman and use this knife every day during the season. I am also and avid salt water kayaker and carry the same knife. This knife basically lives around my neck in a salt water environment. The knife in the photo is 4 years old and is still going strong. Those complaining about rust clearly do not take care of their gear like they say they do. All steel will rust when exposed to salt water if not properly cared for. The bottle opener design was poorly thought out, but I ground the “hook” off as soon as I opened it and have had no issues. The knife can be a bit fussy to keep a razor edge on, I sharpen my knife daily so that isn’t an issue for me. However if you use it and don’t sharpen it just know getting that edge back will take a bit of time. I love the knife so much that I bought extras that I keep in my gear bag incase I lose mine overboard. Wash it, sharpen it and treat it with a light coat of mineral oil and it will hold up well.
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- Reviewed in Canada on November 15, 2021Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchasePicked this up to keep on me when I am teaching water rescue. Came quite sharp but a few swipes on a stone and it got up to razor level which either means it is great steel or cheaper soft steel. It seems to have held the edge so it's not super soft. The sheath is solid and keeps the knife in place though the belt clip is a little tight to get onto my leather belt and even onto the pfd straps. But it does cut rope really well and is a quick pull out which is the important part. Thankfully I have not had to use it in a emergency as of yet but it's held up being in fresh water and being dried with a towel with no rust build up.
I would not go on a multiday backcountry paddle with it as my only knife but as a paddling emergency knife it does the job.
- Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2019Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseGood overall dive knife. Rusts a little easy but to be expected for the price point and use in salt water. Just keep blade oiled and it will prevent further rusting. Sharp blade. Sheath holds the blade well. Fits hand just fine. I added a tether for added security.
- Reviewed in Canada on October 30, 2024Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseGreat knife made in China.
- Reviewed in Canada on June 2, 2024Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseGreat knife for kayak fishing or paddling ,clips on life jacket in many ways . Good too have on hand .
- Reviewed in Canada on November 2, 2022Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseLove this paddle knife! 👍👍
The blunt tip makes a great pry bar & screwdriver - which honestly comes in handy more often than a sharp tip does. Having the serrations, rope cutter, and a 2nd tiny edge gives you so many options to cut through just about anything.
Ended up using this as my main EDC knife recently & it takes the abuse while my secondary knife stays deadly sharp.
Love this paddle knife! 👍👍
The blunt tip makes a great pry bar & screwdriver - which honestly comes in handy more often than a sharp tip does. Having the serrations, rope cutter, and a 2nd tiny edge gives you so many options to cut through just about anything.
Ended up using this as my main EDC knife recently & it takes the abuse while my secondary knife stays deadly sharp.
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- Reviewed in Canada on September 9, 2023Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseComes in packaging that make it looks like you bought it at the dollar store. The handle did not look sturdy at all, but to be honest, I didn't open it. It's amateur look (like a kids toy), weight and design prompted me to return it. That said, it may work really well?
- Reviewed in Canada on August 7, 2019Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseI am a heavy search and rescue officer in the summer and we need knife like this one for various important tasks. I go through many knifes in a summer because we use them so much. Bought this one to see how a 40$ amazon knife differs from 180$ "army approved" knife and theres honeslty no difference! This knife is as strong and durable as my 180$ knife and in my opinion, this knife has a way nicer finish! The bright green makes it easier to spot in the dark!
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Israel EstradaReviewed in Mexico on September 18, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELENTE CALIDAD!
Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseLa calidad es excelente y llegó mucho antes de lo esperado hasta Coahuila Mexico. Un peso muy bien calculado para su tamaño compacto y muy práctico, los materiales son de muy buena calidad y los acabados muy finos, el filo y acero te permiten un uso excelente para su propósito, yo le doy un 10/10 la funda rígida en conjunto con la empuñadura ( la cual ya personalice con un cordel negro) tienen una fijación exacta y muy firme que te permite colocarlo en prácticamente cualquier posición sin moverse la hoja dentro ni un solo milímetro, ya que cuenta con bastantes puntos de sujeción y su clip para cinturón.
Un artículo perfectamente recomendable.
Israel EstradaEXCELENTE CALIDAD!
Reviewed in Mexico on September 18, 2022
Un artículo perfectamente recomendable.
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- J. S. KeckReviewed in the United States on February 28, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Rescue Knife
Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseGreat knife. Had to replace previous rescue knife as I lost the sheath so can't carry it safely any more. I do Race Committee on San Francisco Bay, working in a 16' RIB in all kinds of weather, wind, and sea-states; and we occasionally have to cut lines, including hi-tech kiting lines. The serrated blade is perfect for that, and it goes through regular synthetic ropes like butter. Good size, fits on my life vest, easy to unsheathe but always feels safe and well-secured.
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CésarReviewed in Brazil on January 9, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Lâmina robusta e compacta
Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseMaterial bem robusto, compacto e que aparenta ter boa qualidade.
A logística de entrega foi excelente. Pretendo utilizar a lâmina como um complemento ao kit de primeiros socorros. Preço justo pela ótima qualidade apresentada.
CésarLâmina robusta e compacta
Reviewed in Brazil on January 9, 2024
A logística de entrega foi excelente. Pretendo utilizar a lâmina como um complemento ao kit de primeiros socorros. Preço justo pela ótima qualidade apresentada.
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- JDReviewed in the United States on November 25, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Close to the heart
Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseThis knife has become a handy tool on my son's kayak. It has been safe and secure to use due to the knife sheath's locking mechanism, light weight and quality build. He keeps it snug on the left side of his chest for easy access. This sharp blade knife cuts through all his needs and was a good deal for the money.
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MartínReviewed in Mexico on July 5, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
Colour Name: Nav GreenVerified PurchaseExcelente producto, justo lo que esperaba