The Nieto 191-N Warfare Forprene 16cm is a full-tang tactical hunting knife engineered for field dressing, campsite utility, and outdoor survival tasks. Manufactured in Spain with a 160 mm AN-58 stainless steel blade hardened to 58–60 HRC, it delivers strong edge retention and corrosion resistance. The knife features a non-reflective black coated drop point profile, top spine jimping, an integrated finger guard, and a molded Forprene thermoplastic elastomer handle designed for non-slip traction and shock absorption in wet or muddy conditions. Measuring 300 mm in total length and weighing 268 g, it comes paired with a 600D polycotton/polyester and PVC composite sheath for secure carry.

Key Features

• Full-Tang AN-58 Steel Construction: Continuous solid steel build from tip to pommel hardened to 58–60 HRC provides high rigidity and leverage under mechanical stress.
• Drop Point Tactical Profile: 160 mm black-coated blade includes top spine jimping and an integrated finger guard for safe, controlled handling during cutting tasks.
• Forprene Handle Scales: Molded thermoplastic elastomer grip resists chemicals, absorbs impact, and maintains traction in cold, wet, or muddy field environments.
• Durable Composite Sheath: Includes a heavy-duty 600D polycotton/polyester and PVC sheath for field transport and storage.

Specifications

• Blade Material: AN-58 Stainless Steel (DIN 1.4116 / 1.4110 equivalent)
• Blade Hardness: 58–60 HRC
• Blade Length: 160 mm
• Overall Length: 300 mm
• Weight: 268 g (knife alone)
• Handle Material: Black Forprene (thermoplastic elastomer)
• Sheath: 600D Polycotton / Polyester and PVC composite

Who is the Nieto 191-N Warfare Forprene 16cm for?

• Hunters — requires a robust fixed-blade hunting knife featuring a 160 mm drop-point blade hardened to 58–60 HRC for dependable field dressing and game processing tasks.
• Campers and outdoor survivalists — relies on a 268 g full-tang survival knife with a 300 mm overall length and shock-absorbing Forprene grip for general campsite utility and controlled cutting tasks.

Less suitable for: Heavy wood splitting or clearing thick brush where a dedicated axe, machete, or large kukri is better suited, or for delicate skinning and cape extraction where smaller fixed blades or folding capers with shorter 7–10 cm blades offer significantly better tip control.