X16 Ginunting

Filipino culture, in which martial arts play an important role, looks back on a long tradition. One of the best-known tools is the ginunting. It is a powerful weapon that may have been derived from a binangon, which was used as a tool on the farm or in the garden. Adam Boyce, also known as Spartan Mode, comes from Idaho and is a close associate of TOPS. In 2018, he reached out to TOPS for the opportunity to be a contestant on the Forged in Fire spinoff show Knife or Death. He ended up being an alternate contestant and was unable to participate, but the X16 Ginunting was prototyped for him to be used in the show if he was selected. A few years later, when TOPS was rummaging through boxes of old models and prototypes in the warehouse, they came across one of the Ginuntings they had built and decided it was time to make the fixed blade a real TOPS model. The massive 1095 blade is ideally suited as a chopping and bushcraft knife for outdoor use and ties in with the original agricultural design. With ergonomic Micarta handle scales and a perfectly fitting Kydex sheath.

Warning and safety information:
Cut injuries: The most common danger when using knives is the risk of cuts. Sharp blades can quickly penetrate skin and tissue.
Slipping of the knife: Improper or excessive pressure can cause the knife to slip, resulting in uncontrolled movements that can cause injuries.
Injuries due to falls: Knives should never be left unsecured or near table edges to prevent them from falling and injuring someone.
Blunt knives: Blunt knives pose a greater risk of injury as they require more force and can slip more easily. Knives should therefore be properly sharpened regularly.
Improper use: Using a knife for tasks for which it is not intended (e.g. as a lever tool) can not only damage the blade, but also lead to accidents.