The team here at SOG loves getting positive feedback- and we also love sharing it with all of you! Below we've included a review of the Swedge II by freelance writer and reviewer Sal Palma. Here's an excerpt:

"The Swedge is an interesting design and unique in that it breaks the mold for most fixed blade designs. I couldn’t call it a fighting knife or a survival knife - so let us refer to it as a utility knife, or every day carry (EDC) design – with fangs."

Download the full PDF review HERE. (770 KB)

Cryogenic Heat Treatment

SOG's unique cryogenic heat treatment process increases the toughness and wear resistance of our blades. Taking the knife slowly down in temperature to less than -300°F and then back to room temperature. This stress relieves the material on an atomic level and increases overall strength as well as edge retention. Knife edges stay sharp longer with significantly less micro-fracturing and edge-chipping. Its this dedication to making your knife SOG sharp that sets us apart from the rest.

Message from the Designer

Brent Beshara, inventor of the SOG Swedge series, retired Canadian military, and National Explosive Ordnance Disposal School instructor had this to say about the innovative Wedge® design:

"Through my innovativeness, enthusiasm and real world experience, my designs focus on the needs of the end user. Whether you are an individual client or a corporation, I maintain an understanding of your requirements while creating designs that are distinctive and functional."

Brent Beshara
Founder, BESH Knives Inc.