One of the best values in a USA-made fixed blade today, now taken up a notch.

The TRM Tagalong has always been about smart design and everyday practicality, but this Special Edition DLC version pushes it into more premium territory. This is the first time TRM has ever fully DLC-coated the Tagalong, and Lone Star Knife & Supply is proud to be offering them.

The result is a compact fixed blade that keeps everything people love about the Tagalong, while adding durability, visual depth, and a more refined feel for those who appreciate DLC and upgraded materials.

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Compact, Purpose-Built, and Always Ready

The Tagalong is exactly what its name suggests: a knife that’s always there, ready to go, and never in the way. Lightweight, compact, and easy to carry, it delivers MagnaCut performance in a fixed blade that actually makes sense for everyday use.

This Special Edition pairs a full tang MagnaCut blade with a full DLC treatment and carbon fiber scales, striking a balance between strength, corrosion resistance, and modern aesthetics. It disappears on the belt, but never feels underbuilt when it’s time to work.

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Note from Lone Star Knife & Supply

This is a big moment for the Tagalong. Fully DLC’d, carbon fiber scales, and still made right here in the USA. The standard Tagalong already punches above its weight, but this version feels like TRM saying, “let’s see how far we can take it.” If you’re a DLC fan, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Supporting knives like this matters if we want to keep thoughtful, high-quality manufacturing alive in the States.

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About the DLC Finish

DLC is not just a coating for looks. Diamond-Like Carbon increases surface hardness, improves wear resistance, and adds another layer of corrosion protection to an already excellent MagnaCut blade. It also reduces friction, making the blade glide through cuts while holding up better to real-world use.

This is a functional upgrade, not just an aesthetic one.

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Why This Tagalong Works

• MagnaCut Blade Steel, excellent edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance

• Full DLC Blade Finish, improved durability and wear resistance

• Compact Fixed Blade Design, easy to carry without sacrificing capability

• Full Tang Construction, strength and reliability where it counts

• Carbon Fiber Scales, lightweight with a clean, modern look

• Black Leather Taco Sheath, secure and refined carry

• Made in the USA, built by TRM with consistency and care

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Specifications

• Blade Steel: MagnaCut

• Blade Finish: DLC

• Blade Length: 2-7/16″

• Overall Length: 5-5/16″

• Handle Material: Carbon Fiber

• Weight: 1.85 oz (knife only), 3.75 oz (with sheath)

• Sheath: Black leather taco sheath

• Knife Type: Fixed Blade

• Country of Origin: USA

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A Premium Take on a Proven EDC Fixed Blade

The Tagalong proves that a fixed blade doesn’t need to be large or heavy to be useful. This Special Edition DLC version adds durability, refinement, and collectibility without losing the simplicity that made the Tagalong such a standout.

If you want a compact MagnaCut fixed blade with DLC, carbon fiber, and true American manufacturing, this one deserves serious consideration.