TOPS TP107C-BRK Steel Eagle

This is TOPS' flagship knife and after years of going back and forth, I pulled the trigger. After nearly a year of use and abuse, I can confirm that the first TOPS knife is still among their best.Pros:+ Phenomenal 1/4" thick blade that can chop, split wood and hack effectively+ Sawback extremely useful for starting fire or making tent pegs in camping+ 1095 steel is easy to sharpen and maintain (even with the threat of rust)+ Kydex sheath is a big upgradeCons (minor)- Grip is slightly thinner blocky compared to the delta class steel eagle. I wear medium / large size gloves for reference and I prefer the delta class handles on this model.Overall, 5* for the product and highly recommended for any woodsmen and campers who love a functional "rambo knife".

Very well made. It is the same length as my K-Bar, but due to the thickness much heavier. It will make a great camping and hiking knife. Tops manufactures a great product!

This is an incredibly powerful weapon for its size. Almost the entire blade top bears deep crevases pointing rearward. Tne blade is sharp and the entire knife is solidly and soundly constructed. Should an adversary get close enough for the knife to be used (blade slightly less than 7 inches), the insertion and withdrawal of the blade would probably be cataclysmic. This is particularly so since this knife is one quarter inch full tang, and the spaces between the crevases on top are sharp edged and alternate in slant, thus increasinf the tearing on withdrawall. This is not a toy, should be used only in life and death or military situations, and should be locked away from children.I was so impressed by this knife that I bought its much longer but very similarly designed brother, the TOPS Steel Eagle 111AHP Tactical Fighting Knife, which is 16 inches in overall length, with a blade length of 11 inches. I can think of no combination of knives which poses such a lethal combination, but they are only to be used within the provisions of the law, which may well restrict them from being worn in public, and may well restrict their use to self defense or defense of other family members. These are serious weapons which should only be used in complete compliance with applicabe law.

I also have the Tops 111A and the Tops 105. This one is well positioned between the two. It is the same amazing quality and durability and attention to detail you get from the other two Steel Eagles or any Tops knife I've owned for that matter. The saw back is intended for notching which it does well. The steel is literally strong enough to be a crowbar, takes an edge easily and holds it well. No sharpening necessary, I only need to strop mine every now and then to keep it razor sharp. I love the hand-hold options and the finger choil. This one is a winner, though maybe a little intimidating at the camp site, for that I usually use the Tops 105, but this one is definitely more versatile.

Best TOPS quality.

I bought this as a survival and field knife for my trips in the Bondary Waters of Minnesota. I tested it right out of the gate the day I bought it. I shortly fell in love with this knife; its a beast. It's perfect for chopping and batoning wood. I've used it 3 times now to process wood for fire. It's impressed me all 3 times. It's a work horse of a knife. It also would make a good operator knife in my opinion; but it really shines as a field/survival/outdoor knife.The price tag is a lot, but it will likely last me my life time. Buy once, cry once. Though, I didn't cry to much when I say what 180 got me for a knife. Definitely recommend it to any serious outdoor enthusiasts or survivalist.

Love the steel and design. Handle a little small for a big knife. Scabbard could be better. Knife came sharp.

Came wrapped in a plastic bag.. and so dull that I can’t even cut paper with it. Still a hefty well made, solid knife. I will give a good sharpening. Presentation was sad, though. That and the dullness, gives it a 3 for me.