SOG Specialty KnivesA relative newcomer to the knife-making game, SOG knives has been in business for “only” twenty some-odd years. But they’ve made up for lost time to become one of the most innovative companies producing blades today.

Company History

The story of the SOG Knives Company begins twenty years before it was formed. During the Vietnam war, an elite US military group with an awkward name went looking for a new knife. Known as the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group (or MACV-SOG for short), this group designed and commissioned the production of an “untraceable knife”. This knife had to be rugged enough to survive the harsh environments of Vietnam, and yet had to be unmarked and nondescript enough so as to be untraceable to its manufacturer and country of origin. Hence, the SOG Knife was born.

Twenty years later, when forming a new knife making company focused on tactical knives, Spencer and Gloria Frazer looked to this knife for inspiration. SOG Specialty Knives was born in 1986 and has been producing top-quality knives ever since.

Of course, SOG has more going for it than just a name. Founder and Chief Designer Spencer Frazer is a true renaissance man, having worked as an audio engineer, a toy designer and an artist. When he finally got around to designing knives, his diverse background helped him bring new perspectives to an age-old industry. His designs have been innovative and creative, earning SOG a reputation as a true ground-breaker.

The SOG Knives

SOG is probably best known for its line of Navy Seal knives. These include the Seal Team, the Seal Pup and “Elite” versions of each. SOG also makes a successful line of folding knives that include the best-selling “Twitch” and “Flash”. SOG also features multi-tools such as the “Paratool” and the “Powerlock”.

SOG has recently begun to market a set of knives referred to as “Fusion”. These blades combine futuristic designs with modern technology to produce a unique looking products. Such products include the “Muscle Car”, the “Spirit” and the “Contractor”.

Where to Buy


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SOG Hand Axe, Small Camp Ax w/ G-10 Handle | Specialty Knife & Tool Black Oxide F09-N

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SOG WD02-L Small Woodline Knife w/ Fixed Blade | Stainless Steel Bead Blasted Hardwood Handle w/ Leather Sheath

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SOG Large Fixed Woodline Knife WD01-L | Hunting & Fishing Plain Edge Survival Blade

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SOG Woodline Folding Knife WD-50 | Compact Survival Plain Edge by Specialty Knives & Tools

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SOG Access Card 2.0 w/ Locking Blade, Pocket Clip | Tactical Black Folding Knife SOGAC77

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SOG Tomcat Knife 3.0, Carbon Fiber S95CF-N | Collectible Knife Of The Year Award Limited Edition

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SOG Revolver SEAL Folding Bowie Knife FX21-N | Locking Black TiNi Survival Saw Blade

More than a folding knife and not quite a fixed blade, the SOG Speciality Knives & Tools FX21-N Revolver SEAL shows...
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SOG Power Assist Multitool | Black EOD Knife B67-N with Pliers, Fuse Lighter

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SOG Salute Folding Tactical Knife | Stainless Steel Black Blade FF-11, Pocket Clip

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SOG Bowie Knife for Hunting & Skinning | Black Titanium Kraton Creed CD02-L

With the bulletproof features you need in a good survival knife, the SOG Creed is more than a sharp camp tool....
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SOG TAC Mini Automatic Tactical Knife | Stainless Steel Clip Point Sawtooth Blade

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Best Spear: SOG Spearhead Knife | Specialty Knives, Fusion Spirit FS01-N

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SOG Knives Fusion Tactical Tomahawk | Military Ax Review

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SOG Trident Folding Knife | Military Tactical Folder | Assisted Opening

Here’s another quality, heavy-duty knife to consider if you’re employed in the fields of emergency or military service: the Trident by...
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SOG Knives Daggert 2 Fixed Blade Knife | D26T Review

The Daggert 2 is one heck of a military knife. Every little detail is thought out for maximum utility and durability....
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SOG Twitch II Lockback Folder Knife | SOG Assisted Technology

The SOG Twitch series is a good product line to consider if you’re a fan of precision and technology. The knives...
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SOG Mini Vulcan Knife Review | Tanto VG-10 Steel Blade

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SOG M14 Mini Pentagon Knife Review | SOG Specialty Knives

SOG’s original, full-size Pentagon knife earned its name for being a leading military and law enforcement tool. Later on, SOG introduced...
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SOG S-60 Powerlock Multi-Tool Pocket Knife | SOG Specialty Knives

It would take a lot for a multi-function tool to ever surpass the standard that Leatherman has already set in place....
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SOG Specialty Knives KU-01 Kiku | Kikuo Matsuda

The futuristic masterminds behind SOG Specialty Knives met up with the exceptional craftsmen at Kiku Knives and created a one-of-a-kind masterpiece,...
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SOG Fusion Jungle Primitive Knife | Black or Satin Fixed Blade | Kraton Handle

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SOG Seal Pup Elite Knife | Optional Kydex Sheath | Black TiNi Titanium Nickel Blade | #E37T

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SOG Flash I, II | Specialty Knives FSA-98 Flash 1, 2 | SAT Assisted Technology

This Flash II knife from SOG is a cousin to the Flash I. The Flash II is a bit heavier and...
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SOG Knives Sogwinder I Knife | Drop-Point Bowie Folding | Sogwinder 1 Stainless Steel

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