Bradley L.
I want to start this review by saying that this thing is VERY well thought out and it absolutely disappears in practically any carry position you choose. But, there’s a trade off. It’s very lightweight because it’s aluminum but that puts a REAL ding in the tip durability. The tip WILL bend. No matter what you do, the tip is GOING to bend on you at some point. That being said. This is designed to be a last ditch “get off of me!” tool. It’s going to do its job even with a slightly bent tip. If you choose to go the aluminum route, just go into it with reasonable expectations and accept it for what it is. If you want to sit and fidget with it and flip it around in your hands, just understand that a drop is probably going to leave that tip slightly bent. You can bend it back straight but it will happen again. If durability is a big issue for you just drop the extra money on the D2 version. The D2 versions finish will probably be more durable as well. I just ordered the D2 version myself. Btw Skallywag…can we get some other color options like red available in the D2 version? Overall I am still pleased and still carry it and I have all the confidence in the world that if the unfortunate time ever comes that I have to use it, it’s going to do exactly what it was designed to do and create some distance between me and my attacker so that I can get my pistol into the fight. And that’s all it needs to do. Great Job Skallywag!!!
victo c.
The best dagger to carry around. Light weight and With so many options with its clip I can carry it any were I like under my clothes to keep concealed. Love there products and that’s y I’ll keep coming back to buy more products. Keep good work skallywag ☠️.
Billy S.
Had to knock a star off sadly...
Bought two aluminum Daggers (a black one for myself and a Tiff Blue for my wife)
Let me start out by saying that I do LOVE the dagger, it's lightweight, the sheath is great (and it doesn't pull my shorts down when I'm wearing it on my waistband) and it's very well designed.
I had to knock a star off for my black dagger though...
My wife's arrived perfect and the box her dagger was delivered in was wrapped in plastic as expected - her dagger is flawless.
But for some reason my black dagger arrived in a box that was not wrapped in plastic at all...
And when I opened the box the black coating on the dagger had multiple chips/blemishes in it, where the bare metal underneath is exposed.
I'm not sure if I was sent a blem dagger by accident, or was possibly sent a dagger that another customer had purchased and sent back?
But I was certainly disappointed to see that my nice new dagger arrived with a few blemishes in the coating, and was delivered in a box that appeared to have been opened previously.
Josh S.
Love the retention, the belt clip is the star for me. So many blade manufacturers make great blades but crappy sheaths and or very crappy belt clips. This holds the blade well and you can draw it without worrying about the sheath coming with, and or moving. Will definitely be getting the steel version.
Tyler C.
Received a text alert about a BLEM sale on the aluminum dagger. Just Received it in the mail and I have looked over and over to see where the BLEM could be and I have yet to find it.
Very light weight and the packaging was amazing as well.
I've bought from skallywag before and the quality of the products are second to none.
Benjamin M.
I like the light weight and the way it fits in my front pocket. I am just a normal working man with very little experience in self defense and having to carry a tool of this potential. I do feel safer and better protected. It's just what I was looking for. I do enjoy the training videos on YouTube.
Bruce M.
Definitely sharp, lightweight and easy to carry. Deep color sets it apart.
Kevin L.
It is light weight and easy to use. I love my dagger!
Mary T.
This dagger is so great. Compact and light weight. Always have it with me. Thank you.
Johnny J.
I think the d2 dagger is awesome but I really love the aluminum version. It’s light weight and feels like nothing yet is quite pointy. Both daggers have fast easy deployment especially with the huge ring hole which changes the game. Get it!!
Andreas F.
When I first got my scallywag blade couldn't believe how light was and shipping was pretty fast too overall it's good material light and durable and very satisfied with this product
Mark A.
This dagger is great for CQC situations and EDC needs.
Coren S.
It's a little too long to conceal. A shorter one (like 4 or 5 inches long) would be awesome
Jacob M.
Dagger is light enough it basically disappears once it’s clipped to your waste band. Tension on sheath is tight but is easy to draw. Do be aware that when skallywag says it’s basically a one time use item they are correct.
Jim S.
Definitely not a trainer! Very sharp, this looks to be able to penetrate just about anything you may encounter that is not wearing armor—I’m guessing this would go through soft armor. I intend to practice with a trainer so this can be reserved for when/if it is actually needed. Very lightweight. Great concept!
Robert F.
It is exactly as described. Light weight, easy to carry. I bought this originally to keep on me when running and it stays very well on the gym shorts. I actually find that I carry this as a companion to my edc pistol. Looking forward to buying more for family members and friends.
Jessie W.
I do absolutely love ❤️ this dagger! It feels good in my hand while shadow shanking with it, it’s nice and light, and I like the color.
Aron T.
I AM A DEPUTY IN COLORADO, THIS KNIFE FITS GREAT ON MY DUTY BELT. A GREAT AMBI SOLUTION TO A BELT WORN DEFENSIVE TOOL. THANK YOU TACTICAL CARL FOR TELLING YOUTUBE ABOUT THIS DAGGER. IT IS LITE AND EFFECTIVE. MUCH APPRECIATED SKALLYWAG.
James S.
Extremely light and easy to carry. Customer service was amazing as well
Larry P.
Great dagger, very light and easy to use and carry. Works on shorts and sweats. Remember this a dagger not a daily task knife. If used as they tell you, you will love this.
Grace S.
Love this product! My mind is at ease when I go for runs alone, you can barely feel it attached to your leggings and it doesn’t move around at all!
Charles S.
Looks great and feels good in the hand....
gary h.
nice light poky darning needle to keep those darn people off you in a fight. love the easy to grab big ring grip.
Shawn W.
Shipped on time good self defense weapon
alfred c.
An absolutely amazing dagger. Workmanship is top notch!
Eliza R.
This was a gift to my daughter and she absolutely loves it! It’s a really cool dagger!
Maximilian M.
Super Versand nach Deutschland und Tolle Qualität
Super fast shipping to Germany and great quality
Frances L.
Love this dagger! It's my second one. I may get it in even more colors!
Michael M.
This dagger is the bomb! Lightweight, I've almost forgot about it being on me several times. Looking at the Rescue Knife next!
Incredible workmanship!
Keep up the great work?
Thomas W.
This is my lounge wear dagger, my Go too on them gray cloudy weekends. I can put this on sweats or baggy shorts no matter and it preforms flawlessly. I never have to worry about my dagger not drawing from the sheath or the sheath disengaging from my clothing. This is my 7-8 knife from you guys I Love every single one and one is always on my person and my wife at all times.
Gary K.
Excellent product, cool design!
Great products from these guys, and AWESOME, customer service!!! Well made, ultra light tool.
Don B.
A great dagger with excellent balance! Very nice tension on the scabbard, it definitely won't fall out on it's own. It fits perfectly in my hand. I'll be shopping with Skallywag again.
Luciano S.
Very light, you almost forget you have it on you. Love this blade!
Richard W.
excellent product. Smooth transaction and prompt shipping. I would recommend them and their products
Nicholas G.
Perfect blade I gave it as a gift and she loved it. Awesome color size shape.
Michael B.
Great dagger. fits in me vest great. Nice and lite. Don't feel the extra equipment. It fits so well I need to remember I have it.
Thomas W.
It feels solid. EXTREMELY light weight. Super comfortable to carry.
Shayce Y.
The aluminum dagger is light fits in the sheath tight no rattling perfect to take with you while running doesn't pull down my basketball shorts and aluminum doesn't rust. Also fits in my hand perfectly.
Ian W.
Shipped very fast, a nice light purpose built tool got one for my girlfriend also, the Sheath has good retention and the clip is very versatile we’ve been storing it in interesting places
James J.
Lite, very easy carry where ever. Very nice
Scarantino S.
I don’t love the size and geometry of the finger loop. The other 98% of the dagger exceeded my expectations.
In my opinion top of the finger loop should be closer to the radius of the base. I get the reasoning behind the bulbous top being adapt to a larger hand. On the other side the bulbous end takes away from its discreteness and creates an uncomfortable grip when when using a closed fist to strike.
Duaine A.
Perfect for carry and well built
Todd B.
Own both the metal D2 and Aluminum versions of the knife and the aluminum model is so light you don’t feel it during carry. Really like the attachment clip on the sheath it won’t let the sheath come off the belt while drawing the knife. Thanks
Alan H.
Absolutely love the aluminum dagger super light weight and the sheath stays where you where it fast and easy to use will be purchasing the D2 version soon !! Love it!!
David S.
My wife loves hers!
Robert A.
Perfect for carrying when you are walking the dog in your light summer active wear. I carry it at 11:00 and it is concealed. So light one might forget they have it. I love clips mechanism of attaching it to my shorts, it isn't coming off. Perfect for my needs!
John W.
Overall, I really like this dagger. It came quickly too. The reason for the 4 stars is a question I have. The photo is of the tip. It's not a true tip, but flattened, almost like a very small standard screw driver. It's still sharp. My question is, is that flattened tip part of the design, or a manufacturing flaw?
Mary T.
Very easy to handle and conceal. Light weight and very well made. Fits perfect in my bag.
gregory w.
great product well made I will buying more stuff from you
Aaron G.
Light weight and feels good in the hand. I've turned it into a neck knife. I can wear it all day without a problem.
Spencer G.
These are super well made! If I cant carry a Pew Pew, I grab this!
I would like to see this made out of G10 so it can be carried anywhere!
Bought one for my wife also! A fiend is also going to purchase one!
Thomas W.
This is my third purchase from Skallywag Tactical. I have never been disappointed with this company, they always manage to make it a better experience every time. The product are fantastic, high quality, very functional, self defense tools. I will be back for a MDV , and a Dewclaw before all is said and done. And truth be told probably a boarding axe and more daggers for gifts!!! Keep up good products at good price!!! And all made in USA from my native North Carolina !!! Can’t be beat
Ben S.
His and hers. Extremely light and sharp! Love this.
I Conceal carry, my wife doesn’t. She wanted a light weight blade, and this she said is perfect.
Holster is very tight on pants.
Couldn’t of asked for a better setup to be honest.
Rich B.
i have been carrying it in a side cargo pant pocket it fits right where i can reach down and grab it . i plan on using Piper knife from Cape Town South Africa system as well as the standard ice pick wood pecker get off of me give me space its wicked sharp point and well
thought out since it is not sharpened on the sides it can be used for traps and locks/pain compliance if deaminating the corpse is not needed thanks for well thought out and excellent customer service i plan on purchasing more from you
James F.
I bought this item largely on a whim. I was curious as to how the light weight aluminum would feel in the hand and work with this design. I was pleasantly surprised to discover how easily it can be used and how the lighter weight allows for a different level of control.
Will C.
Got the Aluminum Dagger for my wife and I, we both love them. Lightweight and easy to carry at all times. Sheath is top notch, fits on any clothing or bag and stays put when you draw. I like the large loop because it make the dagger very easy to grab without even looking. This is how I wear it on my long runs. Aluminum is a plus because it doesn’t rust from sweat.
Dirk B.
I bought this knife for my wife. She absolutely loves it. It is light and concealable. She wears it every day! Just a well made knife that we are proud to own. Well done!
Ron K.
Great knife, the light weight, sharp details and the wicked point far exceeded my expectations. Love it, it's my daily neck knife.
Ron Kennedy
Wimauma Florida
Erik G.
I don’t write reviews, but if you need a sharp ass pig sticker to ward off does at a close distance, throw one of these D2 daggers in your plate carrier enough said.
Steven E.
I ordered the Skallywag Aluminum Dagger, got it in less than a week . You guys ship quick ! Nice packaging , even came with stickers. Very well made product, fits good in my hands forward & reverse grips. Gave it a test drive. Tried it out on a cantelope that I was going to eat , Oh Yeah! This thing can take care of business ! I can wear the scabbord on gym shorts or in the waist band of pants with a suit, when drawn the scabbord stays in place & is easy to conceal. Now , I m thinking of buying the D2 Dagger ! Great Product !
Jack J.
I have purchased several knives and service,shipping and the quality is excellent.
Matt B.
Met these guys at blade. Super awesome people making super awesome knives and daggers!
Jeffrey M.
One word. AWESOME!!!!!
CJ F.
Got one of these from my husband as a gift.... Love it, wear it all the time... And this last one that we ordered was the 3rd one we gave to a family member as a birthday gift as well.
Really fine products.
Frances L.
I absolutely love this dagger!! It's perfect for an EDC.
Don
These are a perfect edc for they ladies in your life. I bought them for my wife and three daughters and they love them. They are extremely lightweight and will definitely get the job done. Gives me some piece of mind knowing they have them so I would like to thank you for this perfectly deadly piece of jewelry!!!
James C.
I’m a combatives student. We learn to use fixed blades for a multitude of reasons. This is my second SW dagger. They are easy to use and highly effective.
Cory O.
My wife and I bought these for our daughters as a means to protect themselves when/where carrying a firearm was not an option. Very well made with a great finish and sharp edge. Our daughters love them and they made all of us feel better about their self defense options when they are out on their own.
Rodgers, D.
I've bought these daggers for all of the women in my life. Mom, sisters,nieces etc. These are easy to carry and use if needed. Highly recommended. ⚔
Seth
My favorite everyday carry
This is my all time favorite everyday carry defense tool. It's easy to conceal with any outfit and the large retention is perfect for indexing and deploying while wearing my motorcycle gloves. The ergonomics of this dagger are amazing, no matter your grip or how it is drawn it just works. Very intuitive. Love this dagger and will purchase more of them to stash everywhere. Also worth noting is that the owner of Skallywag has unmatched customer service. He is fast, kind and helpful. Thanks for a great dagger man!
Luke
Great defense tool
Excellent quality, light weight defense tool.
James
Love it
Great piece for placing in your car for any up close & personal emergencies. One handed, and fast, access when it's clipped to the side of your seat.
I also take it with me when I'm training outside, but if you've got it clipped to shorts you should practice deploying it, because the sheath will come with the blade until you get the hang of it.
Matt Miller
So light and easy to carry
I bought one of these almost just out of curiosity, but now I've bought 4. The design is very straightforward and effective, and the light weight makes it easy to carry either as a piece of your kit or under a suit. I gave one to my wife and she loves it too. I've probably worn this one more than any of my other Skallywag blades.
Kass Townsend
Blade crazy
I absolutely love my dagger! It’s lightweight and easily concealable if need be. Easy to handle but sharp as shit! I typically keep it on me when I go for a run. It fits comfortably into my leggings and doesn’t even feel like it’s there! And of course it’s teal, which is always a bonus