Which steels are available for Companero?

Current configurations include AUS-10Co Cryo and VG-10 Cryo at approximately 60 ±1 HRC, plus CPM S35VN at approximately 61 ±1 HRC.

Can Companero be used for prying or heavy chopping?

Companero is designed as a high-performance cutter, not a pry bar or heavy chopper. Lateral pressure on the fine point and impacts against metal or hard inclusions should be avoided.

How should the convex edge be maintained?

Regular light stropping is usually sufficient. Follow the curvature of the grind and avoid creating a thick, abrupt shoulder at the edge.

Kizlyar Supreme · Compact outdoor fixed blade

Companero

Q: How does the leather sheath carry?

The fitted leather sheath provides both a detachable free-hanging loop and a fixed belt loop.

Q: Was Companero also made in AUS-8 with hornbeam?

Yes. Companero has also been produced in an AUS-8 and hornbeam edition. Current availability depends on the production run and market.

Q: Are all Companero versions available internationally?

Availability varies by market and production run. Ask your local authorised Kizlyar Supreme representative to request the version you want for your market, or contact our team for the current route in your country. Customer requests help distributors see real local demand.

A thin, responsive outdoor knife created for the work that fills a real day outside: food, wood, fish, cord and the small practical jobs between them.

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Kizlyar Supreme Companero outdoor fixed-blade knife with black and red G10 handle

2026 award winner

111 mmBlade length

231 mmOverall length

2.8 mmNominal blade thickness

60 ±1 HRCCryo-treated steel

Full tangG10 or walnut scales

A companion by design

Small enough to take. Useful enough to matter

Companero means “companion” in Spanish. We chose the name because this is the kind of Kizlyar Supreme knife that earns its place through frequent, ordinary usefulness—not through unnecessary size.

The 111 mm blade remains quick and controllable, while the 120 mm handle gives the hand the working space of a larger knife. Its narrow profile, delicate point and low-resistance cutting geometry favour clean, efficient work in camp, on the trail, by the water and around food.

Companero was developed with experienced Kizlyar Supreme users and knife specialists. During a year of testing, the blade was revised twice and the handle three times. That process is visible in the finished knife: the geometry, grip and leather carry system feel like parts of one idea.

01 / CUT

Zero-convex geometry

A continuous convex profile supports the thin edge while keeping cutting resistance low.

02 / CONTROL

Narrow, agile blade

Easy to guide through food, fish, cord and precise wood work without excess bulk.

03 / GRIP

Full-size handle

Contoured scales, a front stop and a flared pommel help the compact knife settle securely in hand.

04 / CARRY

Two belt options

The leather sheath combines a removable free-hanging loop with a fixed belt loop.

Companero in motion

Blue G10. VG-10 Cryo.
Purpose in every contour.

Watch the slim blade, hand-filling handle and deep leather sheath come together from every angle. Companero keeps the package compact without making the working grip feel small.

Choose your Companero

One design.
Four current expressions

The current range spans three zero-convex editions in AUS-10Co or VG-10 and a CPM S35VN version with an especially thin flat-ground edge. Every one keeps the compact full-tang format, full-size grip and fitted leather sheath that define Companero.

Companero in AUS-10Co Cryo steel with black and red G10 scales

AUS-10Co Cryo · Black/Red G10

The technical all-rounder

Textured G10 adds secure handling and strong colour contrast. AUS-10Co Cryo is selected for an effective balance of edge performance, toughness, corrosion resistance and straightforward maintenance.

2.8 mm nominal · Zero-convex · Leather sheath

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Companero in VG-10 Cryo steel with black and blue G10 scales

VG-10 Cryo · Black/Blue G10

The premium stainless option

VG-10 Cryo gives Companero a familiar high-performance stainless platform, paired with deeply coloured black-and-blue G10 for confident grip and a distinctive modern finish.

2.6–2.8 mm by run · Zero-convex · Leather sheath

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Companero in AUS-10Co Cryo steel with natural walnut handle scales

AUS-10Co Cryo · Walnut

The warm traditional edition

Natural walnut brings a quieter, more traditional character to the same modern cutting design. Each set of scales carries its own grain and tone.

2.8 mm nominal · Zero-convex · Leather sheath

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Kizlyar Supreme Companero in CPM S35VN steel with black G10 handle and leather sheath

CPM S35VN · Black G10

The high-performance steel edition

CPM S35VN brings the range a premium powder steel at 61 ±1 HRC. Its very thin flat-ground edge gives this version its own cutting character while the familiar black G10 handle keeps control consistent.

2.8 mm nominal · Thin flat bevels · Leather sheath

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Version	Steel	Handle	Blade	Hardness	Geometry	Sheath
AUS-10Co Black/Red	AUS-10Co Cryo	G10	111 × 2.8 mm nominal	60 ±1 HRC	Zero-convex	Leather
VG-10 Black/Blue	VG-10 Cryo	G10	111 × 2.6–2.8 mm by run	60 ±1 HRC	Zero-convex	Leather
AUS-10Co Walnut	AUS-10Co Cryo	Walnut	111 × 2.8 mm nominal	60 ±1 HRC	Zero-convex	Leather
CPM S35VN Black	CPM S35VN	G10	111 × 2.8 mm nominal	61 ±1 HRC	Thin flat bevels	Leather

Production specifications at the time of each edition’s release. Most current versions use a nominal 2.8 mm blade; the VG-10 edition may measure 2.6–2.8 mm depending on the production run. Normal finishing tolerances apply.

Why it cuts differently

Every Companero is built around cutting efficiency rather than unnecessary thickness.

The AUS-10Co and VG-10 editions use faces that flow towards a very fine zero-convex edge, reducing the shoulder that must pass through material. The CPM S35VN edition reaches the same goal with especially thin flat bevels and a fine working edge.

That is why Companero feels especially natural when carving, preparing food, cleaning fish, cutting cord or making controlled slices. Whichever steel you choose, this is a precise cutter: the fine point and edge are not intended for prying, twisting in hard material or striking metal.

Companero black and red G10 knife with its fitted leather sheath

Companero walnut fixed-blade knife and deep leather carry sheath

Factory drawing

Compact proportions.
Full-size control.

The technical outline makes Companero's balance easy to understand: a 111 mm blade and 106 mm cutting edge meet a full 120 mm handle in a knife measuring only 231 mm overall.

Kizlyar Supreme Companero technical drawing showing overall length, blade, cutting edge and handle dimensions

231 mmOverall length

111 mmBlade length

106 mmCutting edge

120 mmHandle length

Dimensions from the current Kizlyar Supreme factory drawing. Measurements are in millimetres; normal production tolerances apply.

A design with a history

AUS-8 and hornbeam.
The same Companero purpose.

This rotating view records another produced Companero edition: AUS-8 steel with warm hornbeam scales. Materials and availability can change between production runs, but the compact full-tang proportions and practical outdoor character remain unmistakable.

Independent hands-on perspective

Tested beyond the studio

Two independent Russian knife channels tested Companero on the kinds of work its geometry was made for. Their conclusions were strongly positive, but they also described the design honestly: exceptional cutting performance comes from a fine edge and point that should not be treated like a pry bar.

ВЫЖИВАНИЕ / SURVIVAL · Test #235

One of the strongest cutting evaluations

Across leather, fish, dry wood, food, rope and poultry, the reviewer praised Companero’s sharpness, control and unusually effortless carving. After 50 rope cuts, he reported no meaningful loss of working sharpness and described it as one of the best cutters he had handled.

Useful caveat: his large hand wanted slightly more handle volume, and he cautioned against lateral pressure on the fine point or using the thin edge on metal.

Zalivaha · Hands-on review

A compact fixed blade that changed expectations

The reviewer began unsure about a fixed blade only slightly longer than a folder. The convex cutting feel—especially on wood—became the reason Companero won him over. He said the knife substantially exceeded his expectations and praised the accessibility of genuine convex performance at its price level.

Useful caveat: for a long, demanding trip he personally would choose a larger handle, while recognising that Companero’s compactness is the point of the design.

Both independent channels state that their review samples were supplied by Kizlyar Supreme. The tests, observations and conclusions belong to the respective reviewers; the summaries above are translated and condensed for international readers.

Companero Outdoor Knife · Test #235ВЫЖИВАНИЕ / SURVIVAL · 34:40 · Russian with YouTube translation options

Companero · Independent hands-on reviewZalivaha · 22:15 · Russian with YouTube translation options

Understanding and maintaining convex grindsKizlyar Supreme official guide · 23:13

1st place · Moscow 2026

Recognised in practical competition

An award for a knife made to work

Companero took first place in the Tourist Knife class for 90–120 mm blades at the 52nd International Exhibition Blade: Traditions and Modernity.

The result is especially meaningful because Companero competed in the Series Production category. It recognises a design Kizlyar Supreme can reproduce for real users—not a single exhibition piece prepared only for a jury.

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Kizlyar Supreme Companero, 1st Place, Blade: Traditions and Modernity, April 2026; English award diploma — Translation from original document

Production specifications

Compact outside.
Properly sized in hand.

The factory drawing defines the shared proportions. Steel, grind, scale material and weight vary by edition, so the version table above should be used alongside these family dimensions.

Overall length231 mm

Blade length111 mm

Cutting edge106 mm

Handle length120 mm

Blade thickness2.8 mm nominal; VG-10 runs may be 2.6–2.8 mm

ConstructionFull tang with removable scales

Current steelsAUS-10Co Cryo, VG-10 Cryo, CPM S35VN

Current handlesTextured G10 or natural walnut

CarryFitted leather sheath with fixed and detachable belt options

Production specifications at the time of each edition’s release. Small dimensional and weight differences can occur between materials, finishing operations and production runs.

Companero questions

What should you know before choosing one?

What is Kizlyar Supreme Companero designed for?

Companero is a compact outdoor fixed-blade knife focused on precise cutting: camp food preparation, carving, cord, fish, light game processing and everyday trail tasks. Its narrow blade and fine point favour control rather than brute-force work.

Is Companero a full-tang knife?

Yes. The tang runs through the full handle, with removable G10, walnut or other edition-specific scales fixed mechanically to the steel.

Which Companero steel should I choose?

AUS-10Co Cryo is the balanced all-rounder, VG-10 Cryo gives the familiar stainless character many enthusiasts already know, and CPM S35VN adds a premium powder steel at 61 ±1 HRC. The first two current editions use zero-convex geometry; the current S35VN version uses very thin flat bevels. Choose the complete edition—not only the steel—because grind and handle material also change how the same model feels.

What does zero-convex geometry mean?

On the AUS-10Co and VG-10 editions, the blade faces curve continuously towards a very fine cutting edge instead of meeting a wide conventional shoulder. This reduces resistance and supports clean slicing and carving. The CPM S35VN edition achieves a similarly fine cutting focus with thin flat bevels.

Can Companero be used for batoning or prying?

Companero is designed as a high-performance cutter, not a pry bar or heavy chopper. Light, controlled wood work is natural for it, but lateral pressure on the fine point and impacts against metal or hard inclusions should be avoided.

How should I maintain the convex edge?

Regular light stropping is usually enough to maintain working sharpness. Follow the curvature of the grind and avoid creating a thick, abrupt shoulder. The official Kizlyar Supreme convex guide above demonstrates the principles in detail.

How does the leather sheath carry?

The deep leather sheath holds the knife through its fitted shape. It provides both a detachable free-hanging loop and a fixed belt loop, allowing the owner to choose a more flexible or more stable carry position.

Was Companero also made in AUS-8 with hornbeam?

Yes. Companero has been produced in other material combinations, including the AUS-8 and hornbeam edition shown in the second rotating view. Current availability depends on the production run and market, while the model’s compact proportions and outdoor purpose remain the same.

Are every Companero version and colour available internationally?

No single market always receives every configuration. Steel, scale colour and production availability can vary. Ask your local authorised Kizlyar Supreme representative to request the version you want for your market, or contact our team for the current route in your country. Customer requests help distributors see real local demand.

Official Companero gallery

Four current versions.
One clear purpose

Explore red-and-black AUS-10Co, blue-and-black VG-10, natural walnut and black CPM S35VN configurations from different angles, together with the fitted leather carry system.

Kizlyar Supreme Companero AUS-10Co knife with red and black G10 handle — Red / Black G10

Companero red and black G10 handle and satin convex blade — Red / Black G10

Companero blade marking and red G10 scale detail — Blade detail

Red and blue G10 Companero knife versions together outdoors — G10 pair

Kizlyar Supreme Companero VG-10 knife with blue and black G10 handle — Blue / Black G10

Reverse side of the blue and black G10 Companero knife — Blue / Black G10

Blue G10 Companero knife with deep leather sheath and removable dangler — Leather sheath

Kizlyar Supreme Companero AUS-10Co knife with natural walnut handle and leather sheath — Natural walnut

Companero natural walnut scale and satin blade detail — Walnut detail

Contoured walnut handle on the Kizlyar Supreme Companero — Contoured handle

Companero walnut knife carried deeply inside its leather sheath — Deep sheath fit

Companero walnut knife beside its fitted leather sheath with two belt options — Two belt options

Kizlyar Supreme Companero CPM S35VN with black G10 handle and leather sheath — CPM S35VN / Black G10

Companero CPM S35VN blade marking and satin finish close-up — S35VN blade detail

S35VN profile

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Companero

Small enough to take. Useful enough to matter

Zero-convex geometry

Narrow, agile blade

Full-size handle

Two belt options

Blue G10. VG-10 Cryo.Purpose in every contour.

One design.Four current expressions

The technical all-rounder

The premium stainless option

The warm traditional edition

The high-performance steel edition

Compact proportions.Full-size control.

AUS-8 and hornbeam.The same Companero purpose.

Tested beyond the studio

One of the strongest cutting evaluations

A compact fixed blade that changed expectations

An award for a knife made to work

Compact outside.Properly sized in hand.

What should you know before choosing one?

Four current versions.One clear purpose

Blue G10. VG-10 Cryo.
Purpose in every contour.

One design.
Four current expressions

Compact proportions.
Full-size control.

AUS-8 and hornbeam.
The same Companero purpose.

Compact outside.
Properly sized in hand.

Four current versions.
One clear purpose