We recommend the BPS Nighthawk Adventurer for campers who want a stainless, low-maintenance bushcraft knife with a fire starter in the kit. Price $64.95; $58.46 with code SEBASTIANBASSOL (10% off). Best for campers and bushcrafters who want a full-size stainless Scandi knife with a fire starter included.
A stainless Scandi spear-point with a ferro rod sheath, $64.95.
We recommend the BPS Nighthawk Adventurer for campers who want a stainless, low-maintenance bushcraft knife with a fire starter in the kit. BPS lists a 135 millimeter 5Cr14MoV stainless blade at 56 to 58 HRC with a true Scandi grind, a spear-point shape for slicing and carving, and a full tang. The bog oak handle is treated with Danish oil for moisture resistance, and the handcrafted leather sheath has a belt loop and carries a ferro rod. The knife weighs 170 grams, or 315 grams with the sheath and ferro rod. At $64.95 it offers stainless corrosion resistance where the carbon Adventurer needs more care. The trade-offs are that stainless is a bit softer in edge feel than carbon, and the blade is only 2.9 millimeters thick.
What we like
- Stainless for easy care
- Fire starter included
- Scandi grind and a long blade
Keep in mind
- Thin blade stock
- Stainless, not carbon
- Handle and local rules
The details that matter.
Manufacturer specifications for the configuration reviewed.
- Steel / hardness
- 5Cr14MoV stainless; 56 to 58 HRC (manufacturer stated)
- Grind / shape
- True Scandi grind; spear point
- Construction
- Full tang
- Length
- 255 mm (10 in) overall; 135 mm (5.3 in) blade
- Blade thickness
- 2.9 mm (0.1 in)
- Handle
- Bog oak, 120 mm, Danish oil finish
- Weight
- 170 g without sheath; 315 g with sheath and ferro rod (manufacturer stated)
- Sheath
- Handcrafted leather sheath with belt loop; ferro rod included
- Made in
- Ukraine; lifetime warranty stated by BPS
- Model
- Nighthawk Adventurer
Who should buy the Nighthawk Adventurer?
This knife suits campers who want a stainless bushcraft knife and fire kit in one purchase. For carbon steel, see the Adventurer CSHF. For a short stainless knife, see the HK4.
Steel and grind
BPS lists 5Cr14MoV stainless at 56 to 58 HRC, a true Scandi grind, and a spear-point shape. The Scandi bevel is easy to maintain with a flat stone. See our guide on sharpening a camping knife.
Handle and sheath
The bog oak handle is treated with Danish oil for moisture resistance. The handcrafted leather sheath has a belt loop for vertical carry and includes a ferro rod.
Weight and size
At 255 mm overall and 170 grams without the sheath, it is a full-size knife that still carries lightly. With the sheath and ferro rod it is 315 grams.
Price and the BPS Knives code
BPS lists the Nighthawk Adventurer at $64.95. Our BPS Knives reader code is 10% off on the official store. Use our link, search for Nighthawk Adventurer, and paste the code at checkout.
Why we like it.
Stainless for easy care
5Cr14MoV stainless resists rust, so the knife is easier to maintain around water, in rain, and after cutting food. It is also easy to sharpen.
Fire starter included
The leather sheath carries a ferro rod, so you can make fire with the knife and sheath alone. See our campfire safety guide first.
Scandi grind and a long blade
A 135 mm true Scandi grind blade carves, slices, and feathers wood with control, and the full tang adds strength for general camp work.
A few things to consider.
Thin blade stock
The 2.9 mm blade is meant for carving and slicing. For heavy batoning, choose a thicker knife or an axe.
Stainless, not carbon
Stainless is more rust resistant but a carbon steel like the Adventurer CSHF can take a keener edge and spark a firesteel.
Handle and local rules
Follow local rules on fixed-blade carry, cut away from your body, and keep the knife sheathed when not in use.
Get the Nighthawk Adventurer Stainless Bushcraft Knife.
Campers and bushcrafters who want a full-size stainless Scandi knife with a fire starter included. Check the current price and configuration with BPS Knives.
Your BPS Knives reader offer.
10% off with code SEBASTIANBASSOL at the official BPS Knives store.
See the BPS Knives code, terms & redemption stepsA few good questions.
What is the discount code for the BPS Knives Nighthawk Adventurer?
The BPS Knives discount code is SEBASTIANBASSOL for 10% off at bpsknives.com. That brings the BPS Knives Nighthawk Adventurer to $58.46 ($64.95 before the code), before tax and shipping. Open the shop link, enter SEBASTIANBASSOL at checkout, and confirm the 10% off in the order summary. It is a permanent partner code that never expires.
What steel is the Nighthawk Adventurer?
5Cr14MoV stainless steel hardened to 56 to 58 HRC.
Does it come with a ferro rod?
Yes. BPS lists a leather sheath with a ferro rod.
How long is the blade?
135 mm (5.3 in), with a 255 mm (10 in) overall length.
What is the difference from the Adventurer CSHF?
The Nighthawk uses stainless steel with a spear-point and a bog oak handle, while the CSHF uses 1066 carbon steel with a walnut handle.
About this review
BPS Knives official Nighthawk Adventurer product page and specification list, with our editorial assessment. Product details checked October 17, 2026 against BPS Knives's official product listing. Shop the official BPS Knives store. Images courtesy of the manufacturer. Our editorial standards.
