Colonial 729 Auto Series Survival Military Knife with Desert Sand handle and black 3.0" part serrated edge high carbon steel blade. Closed length 4.50" and 7.50" overall open length. Weight: 2.7oz. The very first auto knife that launched the Auto Series for Colonial was designated the M-724 under the stock number (MSN),5110-00-526-8740 knife, auto rescue. The M-724 is currently being issued for use in all military aircraft ejection seat survival kits. The primary purpose of the auto rescue survival knife is to help the downed pilot or air crew to get out of any dangerous situation that they may encounter behind lines. A situation that involves SURVIVAL EVASION AND ESCAPE for the person isolated behind enemy lines or on the battlefield requires a utilitarian no frills knife/tool, the type that can be easily maintained while surviving extreme use in all conditions.
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