What is the Kizlyar Supreme Bastardo made for?

Bastardo is a large full-tang outdoor knife made for substantial camp and field work. Its long 216 mm blade provides reach and chopping authority while the shaped handle supports controlled cutting.

Which steels are used for Bastardo?

Bastardo has been produced in Sleipner and 420HC steel configurations. Heat treatment is selected for each steel, with nominal hardness across the range of approximately 57–62 HRC. Availability depends on the production run and market.

How large is the Bastardo?

Bastardo is approximately 350 mm overall, with a 216 mm blade, 5.8 mm blade thickness and a weight of about 370 g. It is deliberately a substantial field knife rather than a lightweight everyday-carry model.

What handle options does Bastardo offer?

Depending on the version, Bastardo uses shaped G10 scales or natural walnut on its full tang. G10 offers high weather resistance, while walnut gives a warmer traditional feel and individual grain pattern.

What sheath is supplied with Bastardo?

Bastardo is supplied with a fitted genuine-leather sheath. The sheath is designed as part of the complete knife system, providing secure retention and practical field carry for this larger fixed blade.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Bastardo is a fierce fusion of power, brutality and charisma. Bastardo is one of the largest knives in the Kizlyar Supreme model range.

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DIMENSIONS

Full length: 350 mm
Blade length: 216 mm
Blade thickness: 5.8 mm
Handle length: 134 mm
Weight: 370 g

MATERIALS

Steel: Sleipner, 420HC
Hardness: 57-62 HRC
Handle: G10 or Walnut
Sheath: genuine leather

FEATURES

Blade finish: StoneWash or TacWash
Design: the shank runs the full length of the handle
Warranty: Kizlyar Supreme lifetime warranty

* parameters may vary by up to 5%

ADVANTAGES

RAMBO WOULD DIE OF ENVY

Bastardo is a wild fusion of strength, brutality and charisma. The name of the knife can be translated from Spanish as "insolent" or "rogue", and looking at the bold blade, it is immediately clear what we are talking about.

Bastardo is one of the largest knives in the Kizlyar Supreme model range. Its length is 310 mm, of which 215 mm is the blade length. The balance is clearly shifted towards the blade, indicating that this guy does not mind cutting down a tree or two just to warm up.
inspires respect

The Bastardo knife is a striking representative of the large camp knives in its size and functionality. It is not only beautiful, but also very practical.

The straight blade and the 5.7 mm thick blade and the full tang full metal construction make the enormous strength of the knife clear.
can handle anything

When camping, it may well replace a small ax, while it can easily cope with pure knife functions: cooking in the field, making firewood, pegs for the tent, etc.

The handle with walnut root coating is solid and very comfortable. The pronounced stops on the front and back and the knurling of the contact surfaces make holding the knife very comfortable. You will appreciate it especially when working with force and heavy loads.

not a cold weapon

The uniqueness of the Bastardo is that the knife, with its impressive size, brutal blade shape and full, powerful attack, does not belong to the category of cold weapons.

Apparently, this is the only large classic bowie knife on the Russian market that has been made without sacrifice or compromise and at the same time is not a cold weapon. This is one of the main reasons why it has attracted so much interest even before its official release.
traditions matter

The sheath of the Bastardo is made of thick genuine leather, reliable and solid - just like the knife. The blade is held firmly in it, the handle is additionally secured by an overlap.

Above the sheath is a strap with leather lacing. This is decoration and at the same time attachment loop for a sharpening brush or firebrand.
will impress

If you are looking for a reliable friend for off-road trips, travel and demanding hikes, if you like serious blades and do not tolerate compromise, then take a good look at this man. Most likely, he is close to your heart.

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Large full-tang camp knife · two distinct personalities

Bastardo

A camp knife with enough presence to stop the room—and the working geometry to earn its place outdoors.

Bastardo combines a broad blade, forward authority and a hand-filling grip in a full-tang platform made for serious camp work. Choose the warm 420HC-and-walnut classic or the modern Sleipner-and-G10 edition; either way, this is a knife that looks imposing because it is genuinely capable.

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Kizlyar Supreme Bastardo Sleipner TacWash large camp knife with red G10 handle

351 mmOverall length

≈216 mmBlade length

5.8+ mmBlade thickness

≈370 gKnife weight

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LifetimeWarranty

Big where size earns its keep

Momentum, control
and a grip that fills the hand.

Bastardo is not large for theatre alone. Its scale gives useful reach, a broad working edge and enough forward authority to make camp preparation feel decisive—while the sculpted handle and full-tang construction keep that authority connected to the hand.

01 / BALANCE

Forward authority without a loose feel

A measured blade-forward balance helps the edge carry through brush, kindling and heavy food preparation, reducing the effort needed to build momentum.

02 / CONSTRUCTION

Confidence through the full tang

The steel runs through the handle, giving the large blade a direct structural path and the reassuring solidity expected from a serious camp knife.

03 / ERGONOMICS

Large, contoured and secure

Front and rear stops, pronounced shaping and generous handle volume help resist sliding when the work becomes wet, cold or tiring.

Two Bastardo personalities

Traditional warmth
or modern all-weather confidence.

The 420HC edition pairs a forgiving, practical stainless steel with natural walnut and a satin blade. It is tough, approachable to sharpen and visually rooted in the camp-knife tradition.

The Sleipner edition adds a wear-resistant tool-steel personality, TacWash working finish and stable textured G10. It asks for sensible corrosion care, then rewards the owner with a more performance-focused edge character.

Same unmistakable silhouette, different experience: Bastardo lets the owner choose whether the emotional centre of the knife is traditional material warmth or modern specialist performance.

Bastardo 420HC with walnut handle and leather sheath

Bastardo Sleipner TacWash with red G10 handle

Choose the character

Two routes to the same
commanding camp platform.

The name stays the same, but steel, handle and finish change how Bastardo feels in use and how it fits the owner’s habits.

Classic camp character

420HC · Walnut · Satin

Tough, corrosion-friendly and easy to bring back to a keen working edge, with the warmth and individuality of natural walnut.

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Modern performance character

Sleipner · G10 · TacWash

Greater wear-resistance potential, a stable all-weather grip and a practical working finish for enthusiasts who enjoy specialist steels.

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Bastardo leather sheath and accessory loop

Complete carry system

Leather sheath · secure strap

Substantial leather supports the knife’s weight, while the handle strap and accessory loop keep field essentials together.

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Designed around real camp work

Use the big blade
where a big blade helps.

Bastardo is at home preparing kindling, clearing brush, processing camp food and handling controlled chopping where extra reach and momentum are genuinely useful. The generous handle helps spread pressure during sustained work, while the wide blade gives confident feedback through the cut.

Good judgement still protects performance. For heavy splitting, repeated impacts or jobs dominated by blunt force, use an axe or hatchet. Bastardo’s purpose is to combine cutting performance with camp authority—not to replace every tool in the pack.

Bastardo large camp knife during production inspection

Bastardo blade blank inspected during manufacturing

Bastardo knives progressing through factory production

Bastardo in detail

One powerful profile.
Two very different moods.

Swipe through the classic walnut edition and the modern red-G10 version. Every photograph keeps its native proportions so the complete knife, handle and sheath remain visible.

Bastardo Sleipner TacWash large camp knife with red G10 handle — Sleipner, TacWash and red G10 give Bastardo a modern all-weather character.

Bastardo Sleipner knife shown with leather sheath — The substantial leather sheath supports secure, comfortable belt carry.

Bastardo full-tang construction and contoured red G10 scales — Full-tang construction and a deeply contoured handle make the size feel controlled.

A broad working blade with forward presence and a finish made to age honestly.

Bastardo leather sheath with accessory loop — The external loop can carry a compatible ferro rod or compact sharpening rod.

Bastardo 420HC large camp knife with walnut handle — Walnut and 420HC make the original Bastardo warm, tough and straightforward to maintain.

Bastardo walnut handle close-up — Natural walnut gives every knife an individual grain and tactile warmth.

Bastardo 420HC blade geometry — A large blade designed to combine camp cutting reach with useful chopping leverage.

Bastardo full-tang knife and leather sheath — Knife and sheath form one deliberately substantial outdoor system.

Bastardo camp knife carried in leather sheath — A secure handle strap adds reassurance when the route becomes rough.

The design, measured

Bastardo in lines
before it becomes steel.

The 351 mm outline makes the intention visible: a 216 mm blade, 135 mm handle and broad forward-working profile shaped as one full-tang system.

Kizlyar Supreme Bastardo technical drawing with production dimensions

Current production drawing. Small edition-specific details can vary while the model’s defining geometry remains the same.

Bastardo in motion

Large proportions.
Clean, controlled purpose.

The rotating studio view lets the broad blade, ergonomic handle and forward authority read as one resolved camp-knife design.

A complete look before it reaches your hand

The silent rotating view reveals the blade planes, handle shaping and the details that make this model immediately recognisable.

Production specifications

Bastardo specifications

Bastardo has been produced in different material combinations. Dimensions shown below describe the established full-size platform; individual editions can vary slightly.

Knife typeLarge camp and outdoor fixed blade

ConstructionFull tang with removable scales

Overall length351 mm

Blade lengthApproximately 216 mm

Blade thickness5.8+ mm

Knife weightApproximately 370 g, by edition

Current steel families420HC or Sleipner

Blade finishSatin or TacWash, by edition

HandleWalnut or textured G10

SheathLeather with secondary handle strap

Additional carryExternal accessory loop, edition dependent

WarrantyLifetime, subject to terms

Earlier production was specified from 5.8 mm; later certification requirements moved current batches to 6.0+ mm.

Production runs, market selections and accessory fit can vary. Ask your local authorised Kizlyar Supreme representative for the Bastardo edition that best matches your preferred steel, handle and finish.

Clear answers

Bastardo FAQ

What is the Kizlyar Supreme Bastardo designed for?

Bastardo is a large full-tang camp and outdoor knife for substantial food preparation, shelter work, brush clearing and controlled chopping. An axe remains the better tool for prolonged heavy splitting.

Which Bastardo edition should I choose?

Choose 420HC with walnut for a tough, friendly-to-sharpen classic. Choose Sleipner with G10 when greater wear resistance, an all-weather handle and a modern working finish matter more.

Why is the Bastardo balanced slightly forward?

A modest blade-forward balance helps the knife carry momentum through camp cutting and light chopping without making the handle feel disconnected from the edge.

What can the sheath accessory loop hold?

Depending on the edition and accessory dimensions, the external loop can hold a compatible ferro rod or compact sharpening rod. Check fit before field carry.

Is Bastardo covered by the Kizlyar Supreme lifetime warranty?

Yes. It is covered against manufacturing defects subject to the published warranty terms and proper knife use.