This is how we approach real work problems—with smart, durable solutions. When our founder, Henry W. Brands, first spoke with fishermen and dockworkers, he discovered they had a problem to solve. So, when he returned home, he designed the solution: a sharper, more durable fillet knife, tailored specifically to the task. That’s how we still do it today—whether it’s a headlamp on an oil rig or one carried by law enforcement.
Real people, real work, real needs. Every COAST product begins with a solid dose of all three. What problem can we solve for the professional working 60 to 80 hours a week? That means it’s never about gimmicks or tricks. COAST flashlights, knives, and multi-tools are designed in cutting-edge labs to meet the most demanding needs. The result is tools that perform exceptionally, inside and out, thanks to a long list of patented innovations.
Durability is key. COAST tools are built to withstand constant use in the most extreme work and recreational environments. Our flashlights are made with premium aluminum, stainless steel, and poly-nylon on the exterior, with custom-designed battery cartridges and high-strength O-rings inside. The blades of our knives are made from high-carbon stainless steel, fully hardened through extreme heat and cold treatment. Knife handles are available in four materials: G10 (a specialized composite made of fiber layers and resin compressed under extreme pressure), aluminum, fiberglass-reinforced nylon, and natural wood impregnated with high-strength resin.
It doesn’t matter if you can’t count on it every time. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities produce flashlights, knives, and multi-tools to precise technical specifications. That’s the only way people in the most dangerous and high-risk jobs—from law enforcement to the chemical industry—can trust that their tool will perform exactly the same every time. We back our products with a lifetime guarantee.
