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Overview
The Sea Bird by Gross Motor Gear is a study in compact power, designed for those who need a tool that punches well above its weight class. At the heart of its design is a philosophy of total versatility: whether held tip-up, tip-down, edge-in, or edge-out, the ergonomics remain seamless and intuitive. While it was primarily engineered to excel in a reverse grip, the handle geometry ensures that transitioning to any other configuration feels natural and secure in the hand.
Crafted from 80CrV2 steel, the blade is built for extreme toughness and exceptional edge retention. To maximize its utility, the Sea Bird features a pikal style full flat grind, providing a perfect balance of deep penetration and slicing efficiency. A key feature of this design is the intentional ratio between the handle and the blade; by keeping the handle longer, the leverage remains firmly in the user's palm. This prevents the blade from being torqued out of the hand during heavy use, ensuring the tool stays exactly where it belongs. The handle itself is made from an epoxy soaked nylon overwrap, with black rayskin underneath.Â
Even the carry system was designed with the same level of intentionality. The sheath is fully chamfered and rounded, removing any sharp corners or hotspots. Setup to accept a centerline mounted DDC clip it will also fit in various configurations a soft loop, Mummert Ti Clip and many others. This makes it ideal for comfortable, discreet carry—whether inside the waistband or in any other preferred position—ensuring that the Sea Bird is always ready without being a hindrance.
Due to the nature of custom items, slight variations may occur.
By placing an order with Triple Aught Design, you are verifying that you are over 18 years of age and are aware of all local, state and federal laws regarding the possession of, or the carrying of this product. Triple Aught Design shall be held blameless for any infraction of laws made by the purchaser.
Features
- Cord wrap over black ray skin handle
- 80CR V2Â steel
- Reversed Edge (Pikal Style)
- Kydex sheath
Behind the Scenes with Gross Motor GearÂ
With a background in design and the arts, Shawn Old transitioned into knife making in 2020 out of a functional necessity: He had a specific vision for a defensive tool that simply didn't exist in the market. What began as a personal quest to manufacture that single "missing" design quickly evolved into a dedicated business as other professionals recognized the efficacy of the work.
As a self-taught maker based in the Kansas City area, he is obsessed with carryability. A knife is only useful if it’s on your person, which is why he focuses heavily on "zero-inconvenience" ergonomics—rounded, chamfered sheaths and slim profiles that disappear inside the waistband. By combining 80Cr V2 steel with geometry optimized for both power and concealment, I create tools for those who refuse to compromise between comfort and capability.
Drawing on more than a decade of experience as a Krav Maga instructor for military, police, and civilians, He integrates the tactical principles of disciplines like Tanto Jitsu, Bushidokan, Fencing, and specialized blade systems including Libre and Piper. This collective expertise ensures that every blade isn't just an art piece, but a vetted tool designed for the realities of self-defense.
