SURVIVALIST
Z DURAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Blade length: 185 mm
Blade thickness: 5 mm
Handle length: 130 mm
Weight: 382 g
Hardness: 57–61 HRC, depending on steel
Handle: aircraft-grade duralumin
Sheath: ballistic nylon with edge-caring polypropylene insert
Construction: blade tang secured inside the Dural handle
Warranty: Kizlyar Supreme lifetime warranty
ADVANTAGES
- DURALUMIN HANDLE WITH AN EMERGENCY CAPSULEThe hollow handle is machined from durable duralumin, an aluminium-copper alloy widely used where low weight and strength must work together. Inside is a sealed compartment for a compact kit with matches, sewing and fishing essentials, wire, a safety pin, small surgical blades and first-aid items.
- THE Z BLADE CONFIGURATIONThe Z version combines a long plain cutting section with a short serrated utility area for rope and other fibrous materials. The fuller helps manage the balance of the substantial blade, while the lower guard and textured handle support controlled work in changing outdoor conditions.
- A LARGE BLADE WITH PRACTICAL GEOMETRYThe 185 mm blade uses substantial 5 mm stock and a strong working grind. Its weight supports efficient chopping, while the plain edge remains useful for food preparation, camp construction and general utility tasks. The serrated section provides a second edge option without replacing the main cutting area.
- PRACTICAL STONEWASH FINISHStoneWash gives Survivalist Z Dural a low-maintenance surface that helps normal marks blend naturally into the finish. It suits a large outdoor knife intended to be used regularly rather than kept untouched.
- AUS-8 OR D2 STEELAUS-8 provides a balanced combination of toughness, corrosion resistance and straightforward field sharpening. D2 offers higher wear resistance and prolonged edge retention, with slightly greater attention required for corrosion care. Availability varies by production run and market.
- A MODULAR, SECURE FIELD SHEATHCurrent sheaths combine a ballistic-nylon outer body with an edge-caring polypropylene insert. The platform supports MOLLE-style gear attachment and several belt-carry options, while optional pouches can hold a larger emergency kit, multitool, folder or sharpener. Retention and stabilising straps help control movement during carry.
Survivalist Z Dural guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about the Z blade configuration, emergency capsule, steel choices and ownership.
What kind of knife is Survivalist Z Dural?
Survivalist Z Dural is a large outdoor fixed blade with a 185 mm blade, 5 mm stock, a short serrated utility section and a hollow duralumin handle containing a compact emergency kit. It is intended for experienced users who value preparedness and substantial construction.
How does Survivalist Z differ from Survivalist X?
The Z version adds a short serrated utility section for rope and fibrous materials and uses a fuller to help manage blade balance. The X configuration has a longer uninterrupted plain edge and omits the fuller.
What is stored inside the Dural handle?
The sealed handle compartment contains a compact preparedness kit with weather-resistant matches, sewing and fishing essentials, wire, a safety pin, small surgical blades and first-aid items. Contents can vary by production run or market.
Which steels are available for Survivalist Z Dural?
We produce Survivalist Z Dural in AUS-8 or D2. AUS-8 offers toughness, corrosion resistance and straightforward field sharpening; D2 provides higher wear resistance and prolonged edge retention. Availability varies by production run and market.
What sheath and warranty support are included?
The current sheath uses a ballistic-nylon outer body with an edge-caring polypropylene insert and adaptable belt or gear attachment. The knife is covered by the Kizlyar Supreme warranty for the original owner; see the current terms for details.