Puma IP Rifleman – Compact Pocket Knife with 14C28N Steel and Jute Micarta
A good pocket knife doesn't have to be big – it needs to feel reliable in your hand when you need it.
The Puma IP Rifleman is a compact outdoor and hunting pocket knife with Sandvik 14C28N steel, a back lock mechanism, and a grippy jute micarta handle.
The historical Rifleman look with laser engraving makes it special – but its true value lies in practical use: an 8 cm blade, 3 mm thickness, robust micarta, and a steel that is very suitable for regular use.
Why exactly this pocket knife?
✔ Sandvik 14C28N with approx. 60–61 HRC – edge retention and corrosion resistance
✔ 8 cm blade – compact, yet seriously usable
✔ Back lock mechanism for secure locking
✔ Jute micarta handle – grippy, robust, and weather-resistant
✔ Only approx. 113 g – good for pocket, backpack, and hunting grounds
✔ Historical Rifleman engraving – collector's value without loss of utility
Why the Puma IP Rifleman?
The Rifleman is made for users who are looking for a compact knife that can do much more than just be a collector's item. It's lightweight, cuts cleanly, and remains controllable even when wet thanks to the micarta.
- You get a modern, corrosion-resistant knife steel with good edge retention
- You have a secure back lock mechanism
- You can use the knife in the hunting grounds, on tour, or in everyday life
- With jute micarta, you have a handle that handles moisture better than many natural materials
- You get a knife with character without sacrificing utility
Rifleman or classic wooden handle knife?
❌ Wooden handle: classic look, but more sensitive to moisture and hard use
✔ Jute micarta: more robust, grippy, and suitable for everyday use in changing conditions
If you really want to use the knife, micarta offers a clear practical advantage.
User Tip:
14C28N can be sharpened to a very fine edge. For everyday use, a quick pass over a ceramic rod or leather strop is often enough before the blade truly gets dull.
Don't wait until the knife is "dead." Regular, short touch-ups maintain cutting performance and save a lot of sharpening work later.
Key Features
- Compact pocket knife for hunting, outdoor, and everyday use
- Blade made from Sandvik 14C28N
- Hardness: approx. 60–61 HRC
- Back lock mechanism
- Handle scales made from jute micarta
- Blade length: approx. 8 cm
- Blade thickness: approx. 3 mm
- Closed length: approx. 10.4 cm
- Weight: approx. 113 g
- Laser engraving with Rifleman motif
Our Assessment
The Puma IP Rifleman is one of the most interesting knives in this selection because it combines character and practical utility well. It has a distinctive look, but is not technically nostalgic.
The Sandvik 14C28N steel is a very good everyday and outdoor knife steel: corrosion-resistant, with good edge retention, and still easy to resharpen. For a pocket knife that is used regularly, this is exactly the right balance.
At 113 g, the Rifleman remains light enough for everyday use, but stable enough for real cutting tasks. It is not a coarse hunting tool, but a clean folder for users who are looking for a reliable knife with history.
Suitable for
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Hunters: as a compact secondary knife for hunting grounds and cabin
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Outdoor users: for tours, campsites, and general cutting tasks
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EDC users: if a robust folder with a good blade is sought
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Collectors with a demand for utility: if the knife is not just meant for display
Why exactly for you?
If you are looking for a pocket knife that remains compact, but does not appear cheap in terms of steel and handle material, the Rifleman is a very strong choice.
Typical Application Scenarios
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EDC: packages, string, cardboard, everyday cutting tasks
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Hunting grounds: small cutting tasks, marking, equipment
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Outdoor: snacks, tinder, light camp work
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Collection: historical reference through Rifleman motif, yet suitable for everyday use
Features & Construction / Contents
- Back lock for secure locking
- Jute micarta scales for a firm grip
- Corrosion-resistant blade made from Sandvik 14C28N
- Laser engraving with kneeling Rifleman motif
- Lanyard for securing
Technical Data
- Brand: Puma IP
- Model: Rifleman
- Product type: Pocket knife / Outdoor knife
- Steel: Sandvik 14C28N
- Hardness: approx. 60–61 HRC
- Blade length: approx. 80 mm
- Blade thickness: approx. 3 mm
- Locking mechanism: Back Lock
- Closed length: approx. 104 mm
- Handle material: Jute micarta
- Weight: approx. 113 g
- Manufacture: Puma IP / Spain
Scope of Delivery
- 1x Puma IP Rifleman Pocket Knife
- 1x Lanyard
Important Note:
Please observe the applicable legal provisions for carrying knives in public spaces.
The Rifleman is a cutting tool. Do not use it as a lever, screwdriver, or striking tool.
FAQ
What makes 14C28N steel interesting?
14C28N offers a very good blend of corrosion resistance, edge retention, and easy resharpening. For a regularly used pocket knife, this is very practical.
Is the Rifleman more of a collector's knife or a working knife?
Both. It has collector's character due to its motif and design, but is technically clearly built as a usable pocket knife.
What are the benefits of jute micarta?
Micarta is robust, grippy, and less sensitive to moisture than many natural materials. This keeps the knife well controllable even outdoors.
Is the blade suitable for game dressing?
Yes, for small hunting cutting tasks. For heavy breaking or butchering tasks, a fixed-blade hunting knife is more suitable.
Especially in the area of EDC knives, hunting pocket knives, and outdoor folders, the combination of steel, handle material, and locking mechanism determines whether a knife is truly used regularly.
