TO SEVER AND PROTECT

As the name suggests, a strap cutter is designed for severing straps, seat belts, mono-filament and any other material that will fit into the tool’s hook equipped with a recessed cutting edge. With seat belts especially, strap cutters can save lives in emergency situations when the buckles will not release. Whether incorporated in a knife’s handle or blade or simply tools built specifically for the purpose, strap cutters are designed to sever and protect.

The Ontario Knife Co. Model 2 is a single-use tool aimed at the military or EMTs. It’s as simple as you can get for a strap cutter. It features a single-piece blade/hook and finger-grooved handle. The generously sized hook houses a double-ground razor blade and is secured via four Phillips-head screws. The handle and hook portion are T6-6061 aluminum alloy for light weight and strength.

At 6.6 inches, the handle is sized for a comfortable grip with or