Mountain Lion Field Edition

Field utility and camp chores call for a substantial, dependable cutting tool. Originally released in 2008, the TOPS Mountain Lion was developed through conversations and direct design input from active and retired members of the 10th Mountain Division. Its build balances the demands of general cutting tasks around camp with a heavy quarter-inch spine.

The Field Edition updates the handle materials, finish, and sheath of the Mountain Lion. This edition pairs 1095 high carbon steel with Green Canvas Micarta handle scales, black accent liners, a durable Brown Traction powder coat, and a dedicated Brown Kydex sheath.

Its performance comes from these key design elements:

• Quarter-Inch 1095 Carbon Steel: Provides solid blade thickness for camp chores, while remaining straightforward to sharpen on a field stone.
• Green Canvas Micarta Handle Scales with Black Liners: Provides a durable grip with distinct visual accents along the tang.
• Brown Traction Powder Coat: Protects the high carbon steel blade flats from direct exposure to outdoor elements while maintaining an earth-toned finish.
• Brown Kydex Sheath with Rotating Spring Steel Clip: Holds the knife securely in rigid retention and offers adaptable belt carry options.

Built around a design first introduced over a decade ago, the Mountain Lion Field Edition offers a solid balance of utility, mass, and dependable carbon steel construction.

Please Note: High-carbon 1095 steel requires regular maintenance. Keep the blade clean and dry after each use, and maintain a light protective oil film on exposed steel, including the sharpened edge, to protect against rust.