- Includes knife and sheath
- Weighs 9 ozs.
- The blade is 3/16″ thick and 7″ long; the Kraton handle is 4 3/4″ long; overall length 11 3/4″
- Carbon V Steel
- Black Epoxy Powder Coat; includes Secure-Ex Sheath
Product Description
Unsurpassed for fit and finish, combined classic Tanto styling, the strength of Carbon V, and a comfortable, western-style handle in a very affordable package…. More >>
#1 by AUGUSTIN Axel Léandre on April 8, 2010 - 3:10 am
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Good knife for self defense. It has a good length to pierce everything you want. The length is imprtant to solve your issue efficiently.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by Jeff P. Penberthy on April 8, 2010 - 3:38 am
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I found this knife to be of very nice quality. I agree I would like a metal blade guard and pommel but that is my only complaint.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by HMS on April 8, 2010 - 5:49 am
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I received my knife the day before yesterday. I was very pleased that it arrived before Christmas. The box was kinda damaged but I am not sure if that was the seller’s fault or the mails. That didn’t really matter because the product itself was received flawless, perfect in every way. It is completely symmetric and it is so sharp that you get cut just by looking at it. The kraton handle allows for a very good grip. The black coat is delicate and it will easily scratch but I expected no less since I read information about the knife before purchasing it. The coat doesn’t really matter, it can be coated again. The metal itself is really good and nearly impossible to dent. Good value for the money.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by Mr. Robert N. De Moll on April 8, 2010 - 6:40 am
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Just had to say this is one GREAT KNIFE! Very sharp, well balanced. Wouldn’t want to leave on a camping trip with out it! One for the U.S. Marines.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by John F. Deaton on April 8, 2010 - 7:57 am
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Ive wanted one of these for years. When i found it on amazon for less than 64.00 i added it to shopping cart . I have bought cold steel knives for years. bowies , fighters , both fixed and folding knives.
My list is Trailmaster , Recon Scout ,Tri-Lite 6″, Xl-Voyger, Larado Bowie , Sparton, and now the Recon Tanto . No long winded review here, these knives are the best in production knives i have ever owned. Most of all, they do what cold steel says they will do! But for best prices on there products, shop around. If you by from Cold Steel directly, like i did for several of the knives ive mentioned, it will be far more expensive. These knives are SHARP, TOUGH, TOOLS!The bowie knives are a must for campers who like to build camp fires and shelters.I gave the recon tanto 4 stars ONLY because its not the carbon 5 as descrbed, however, i still have complete faith in aus-8a steel.IM glad i bought when i did! They cost 25.00 more now. I cant see anybody that knows knives not being a satisfied owner of one of these knives even if bought at full retail! These knives put other popular brand name knives to shame in toughness and edge holding ability.
Rating: 4 / 5