The Cisco is the fixed blade your everyday carry has been missing.
Designed and handcrafted in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the RDF Cisco is a compact, full tang EDC knife that moves seamlessly between daily tasks and demanding outdoor use. Whether you're navigating an urban environment or pushing into the backcountry, this is a knife built for real use — not just for looks.
At 7.5 inches overall and weighing just 130g, the Cisco is light enough for all-day carry and tough enough for hard use on the trail or in camp. Inspired by the resilience of the North American fish it's named after, it's designed to perform day in, day out — and keep performing for decades.
Handle materials are fully customizable, so your Cisco can be as individual as the person carrying it.
Best for: Everyday carry, utility tasks, hiking, and camp use.
The Cisco is forged from 1084 high-carbon steel — a tough, reliable choice well regarded among bladesmiths for its edge retention and ease of sharpening in the field. Each blade is hand-ground with full flat grinds, etched, and stone-washed for a resilient, low-maintenance finish. Heat-treated in-house using a professional Evenheat kiln and quenched in Parks 50 oil for optimal hardness and toughness. Alternative steels are available on request.
Blade length: 3.5" / 89mm
Spine thickness: 1/8" / 3mm
Finish: Etched and stone-washed
The Cisco handle is available in a range of handle materials to suit your style and use case. Reach out to discuss options.
Weight: 130g
Full tang construction
Includes a leather pocket sheath
In the Field
Curious how the Cisco performs in real conditions? Read the field test in the RDF Journal →
Shipping & Care
Ships via Canada Post from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Local pickup available. Every Cisco is stamped with the Rainy Day Forge maker's mark and ships with care instructions specific to the blade.
Questions? Email justin@rainydayforge.ca — Justin is happy to help
The Cisco is the fixed blade your everyday carry has been missing.
Designed and handcrafted in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the RDF Cisco is a compact, full tang EDC knife that moves seamlessly between daily tasks and demanding outdoor use. Whether you're navigating an urban environment or pushing into the backcountry, this is a knife built for real use — not just for looks.
At 7.5 inches overall and weighing just 130g, the Cisco is light enough for all-day carry and tough enough for hard use on the trail or in camp. Inspired by the resilience of the North American fish it's named after, it's designed to perform day in, day out — and keep performing for decades.
Handle materials are fully customizable, so your Cisco can be as individual as the person carrying it.
Best for: Everyday carry, utility tasks, hiking, and camp use.
The Cisco is forged from 1084 high-carbon steel — a tough, reliable choice well regarded among bladesmiths for its edge retention and ease of sharpening in the field. Each blade is hand-ground with full flat grinds, etched, and stone-washed for a resilient, low-maintenance finish. Heat-treated in-house using a professional Evenheat kiln and quenched in Parks 50 oil for optimal hardness and toughness. Alternative steels are available on request.
Blade length: 3.5" / 89mm
Spine thickness: 1/8" / 3mm
Finish: Etched and stone-washed
The Cisco handle is available in a range of handle materials to suit your style and use case. Reach out to discuss options.
Weight: 130g
Full tang construction
Includes a leather pocket sheath
In the Field
Curious how the Cisco performs in real conditions? Read the field test in the RDF Journal →
Shipping & Care
Ships via Canada Post from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Local pickup available. Every Cisco is stamped with the Rainy Day Forge maker's mark and ships with care instructions specific to the blade.
Questions? Email justin@rainydayforge.ca — Justin is happy to help
