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In an industry swarming with tacticalknives and a bewildering number of so-called Martialexperts its hard to imagine a time when all of this was taboo.

Surprisingly, not too long ago it was considered bad taste to even contemplate discussing the tacticalapplications of a knife. Design was predominantly limited to either historical interpretation or aesthetic value.A few visionary custom knife makers made their own explorations, but all the major knife companies shied awayfrom the contr oversy of the fight ing knife.

Then along came Co ld SteelWe not only proudly discussed the tactical application of the knife, but we began openly testing those theories

with graphic and extreme demonstrations of strength and sharpness that shook the industry to its core.With our unflinching discussion of the combative use of the knife, and by subjecting our knives to grueling and

dangerous torture tests in front of live audiences we won the hard-earned praise and support of the military, lawenforcement and self-defe nse communities. Our first adopters were warriors, and we take great pride in that. Asour company President, Lynn C. Thompson is fond of saying; We were tactical before tactical was cool!

We believed from the outset that it would be unethical and negligent to develop such sharp and effective toolswithout focusing on their strength as well. Therefore we continue to invest millions of dollars into not only the designand development of sharp knives, but strong knives too! Cold Steel has led the way in lock design, handle ergonomicsand material development and, to this day, we believe you will not find stronger or safer knives on the market.

Now, over 30 years after we first stunned the industry with our graphic testing, we remain true to our roots withanother installment of our world-renowned PROOF series that we have named APOCALYPSE PROOF!

Watch us subject our products to the most grueling and horrific torture testing that we could devise, and see why youshould spend your hard-earned money on Cold Steel.We hope this video will prove as entertaining as it is informative, but be warned: This presentation features hardcore

cutting tests, torturous abuse and extreme feats that may be too graphic for some people, and viewer discretion is advised.

WARNING! TESTS FEATURED INTHISPRESENTATION REPRESENT GROSS ABUSE OFTHE PRODUCT AND MAYPOTENTIALLYVOIDYOUR WARRANTY. MANY OFTHEFEATSSHOWNAREINCREDIBLYDANGEROUSANDCOULDRESULTINSERIOUSINJURYOREVENDEATH ALLTESTSAREPERFORMEDBYSKILLEDPROFESSIONALSWITHINCONTROLLEDENVIRONMENTSANDSHOULDNOTBEATTEMPTEDATHOME.MEATUSEDWITHINTHISPRESENTATIONWASSOURCEDFROMLOCALBUTCHERSANDWASALREADYINTENDEDFORHUMANCONSUMPTION. THEMEATWASCAREFULLYANDHYGIENICALLYPRESERVEDANDDONATEDTOTHEVENTURACOUNTYRESCUEMISSION.THISPRESENTATIONMAYBEDEEMEDTOOGRAPHICFORSOMEINDIVIDUALS, ANDVIEWERDISCRETIONISADVISED.

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VG-1 SANMAIIII

When considering a new material for a performance upgrade for the Cold Steel Tanto, we tested sevendifferent grades of steel including Shiro 2, V-SP-2, 10A, 440C, VG-10, ATS 34, and VG-1. Physical testing forsharpness, edge retention, point strength, shock, and ultimate blade strength showed that while many ofthe steels had increased performance in one or two testing categories, only one, VG-1, showed the greatestperformance increases in the most critical categories. With an outstanding ability to retain an edge andproven strength in point and blade tests, VG-1 will provide Cold Steel customers with superior performancepreviously unavailable in a stainless steel blade.

San Mai III: Our San Mai IIIblades are comprised of three layers of laminated steel. Laminated con-struction is important because it allows different grades of steel to be combined in a single blade. A simpleway to think of this type of construction is to imagine a sandwich: The meat center is hard, high carbon steeland the pieces of bread on either side are the lower-carbon, tough side panels. The edge of the blade should be hard to maximize edge holdingability, but if the entire blade was hard it could be damaged during the rigors of battle. For ultimate toughness the body of the blade must beable to withstand impact and lateral stresses. Toughness is generally associated with softness and flexibility in steel, so that, surprisingly,if a blade is made tough the edge wont be hard enough to offer superior edge holding. San Mai III provides a blade with hard (highercarbon) steel in the middle for a keen, long lasting edge and tougher (lower-carbon) steel along the sides for flexibility.

AUS 8A STAINLESSThe words sta inless ste el are mis leading, be cause, in fact , all stee l will stai n or show discolor ation if le ft in adver se conditions f or a

sufficient time. Steel is made stainless by adding Chromium and reducing its Carbon content during the smelting process. There is a seriousperformance trade-off with stainless steel. As the Chromium increases and the Carbon decreases, the steel becomes more stainless. But,

it also becomes more and more difficult to sharpen, and the edge-holding potential is seriously impaired. This is usually why most stainlessknives are rarely razor-sharp and quickly lose what little edge they have.

In contrast, at Cold Steel we use Japanese made AUS 8A Stainless, a high carbon, low chromium steel that has proven itself to be theultimate compromise between toughness and strength, edge holding, and resistance to corrosion.

GERMAN4116German 4116 is a fine grained, stainless steel made in Germany and is used for hygienic applications (medical devices and the pharmaceutical

industry) and food processing which make it a superb material for kitchen cutlery. The balance of carbon and chromium content give it a highdegree of corrosion resistance and also impressive physical characteristics of strength and edge holding. Edge retention in actual cutting testsexceeded blades made of the 420 and 440 series of stainless steels. Other alloying elements contribute to grain refinement which increaseblade strength and edge toughness and also allow for a finer, sharper edge.

SK-5 HIGHCARBONSK-5 is the Japanese equivalent of American 1080, a high carbon steel with carbon between 0.75%-0.85% and 0.60%-0.90% manganese. As

quenched, it has a hardness near Rc 65 and produces a mixture of carbon rich martensite with some small undissolved carbides. The excesscarbide increases abrasion resistance and allows the steel to achieve an ideal balance of very good blade toughness with superior edge holdingability. Due to these characteristics, this grade of steel has been used traditionally for making a variety of hand tools, including chisels andwoodcutting saws, and has stood the test of time and use over many years in many countries.

O-1 HIGHCARBONO-1 is a high carbon, oil hardening tool steel. The O stands for oil hardening. Popular with custom knife makers because of its versatility, it

can be used for stock removal as well as forged knives and is often utilized for tomahawks and axes as well. With proper heat treatment, O-1 willtake and hold a very fine edge while remaining remarkably tough and durable. Known for its ability to be differentially heat treated, O-1 is anideal steel for edged weapons and tools and while more costly than SK-5, it is a decided step-up in performance.

CPM 3VCPM 3V is a highly tough, wear-resistant tool grade steel. It offers the highest impact resistance of any tool steel in its range and it resists

wear, which makes it especially suit ed for larger blades where extre me toughness is required. Because it is so tough, it can be ground morethinly at the cutting edge and still resist chipping. CPM 3V is ideal for use in a hunting knife, and by default has become the go-to steel used bycustom knife makers for everything from camp knives, tactical knives, tomahawks and even swords!

1055 CARBON1055 steel is right on the border between a medium and a high carbon steel, with a carbon content between 0.50%-0.60% and with

manganese between 0.60%-0.90% as the only other component. The carbon content and lean alloy make this a shallow hardening steel with aquenched hardness between Rc 60-64 depending on exact carbon content. These combination of factors make this one of the toughest steelsavailable because, when quenched, it produces a near saturated lathe martensite with no excess carbides, avoiding the brittleness of highercarbon materials. This steel is particularly suited to applications where strength and impact resistance is valued above all other considerationsand will produce blades of almost legendary toughness.

STEELANDHEATTREATMENTPERFORMANCEGood looks are important, in knives as muchas in life! Perfect fits, clean lines, precisegrinds and bea utiful poli shes all a dd value andsatisfaction when you buy a knife. Often, thetrue beauty of a knife only becomes apparentwhen the knife is used!

At Cold Steel,we believe that all of ourknives must perform. We insist all of our knivesdeliver extraordinary performance for theirasking price they must deliver theirmoneys worth.

In order to achieve this goal, we are vitallyinterested in all the elements that are criticalto performance. When it comes to the blade,these include profile, thickness, blade geom-etry, edge geometry, steel and heat treatment.Every one of these factors is studied in minutedetail to arrive at the optimum combinationfor a specific use . If the knife is a folder, weconcentrate on the locking mechanism toensure the strongest, safest construction.For handles, we strive to develop the perfectmix of materials and ergonomics to offer the

most comfortable secure grip available. Aboveall, we TEST what we make! Rigorous testingis the only way to ensure we get the level ofperformance we demand.

WARRANTYWe stand behind our knives and

swords 100%. We subject them to thehighest standards in the industry andstrive to make each as perfect as pos-sible. We warrant that our folding knives,fixed blade shea th knives, a nd swordsare free from defects in workmanshipand materials.

This warranty does not cover normalwear and tear, re-sharpening of theblade, damage caused by misuse, lack ofnormal maintenance, or disassembly.

Remember any knife or sword canbreak or fail if subjected to sufficientabuse, so please do not use our knivesand swords inappropriately and remem-ber no knife or sword should be used asan axe, hatchet, screwdriver, or pry bar.

MOSTOFTHETESTSSHOWNONTHESEPAGESANDINOURAPOCALYPSE PROOF ANDASTOUNDINGSWORD PROOF DVDSAREDANGEROUSANDSHOULDNOTBEDUPLICATED. ANY KNIFECANBEBROKEN

ORDAMAGEDIFSUBJECTEDTOSUFFICIENTABUSE. THESEDESTRUCTIVETESTSCONSTITUTEGROSS ABUSE OFAKNIFE. DUPLICATINGTHESETESTSORALTERINGYOURKNIFEWILLVOIDYOURWARRANTY. THEWARRANTYCOVERSDEFECTSINMATERIALSAND/ORWORKMANSHIP.ITDOESNOTCOVERABUSEORTHEEFFECTSOFNORMALWEARANDTEAR.DONOTUSEYOURKNIFEASAPRYBAR, AXE, CHISEL,SCREWDRIVER, ORSAW. K EEPINMINDTHATOURSERRATEDKNIVESAREDESIGNEDTOCUTFIBROUSMATERIALSLIKEROPEANDTHATHARDMATERIAL, LIKEBONE, WIRE, ANDMETALMAYDAMAGETHEIREDGE.

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AMERICANLAWMAN SERIESBeing a police officer, deputy sheriff or state trooper is often a thankless job perfo

under dangerous and trying circumstances. Long shifts, mediocre pay, missed holidaysand celebrations with family and friends, take their toll. Yet our nations law enforcemofficers continue to tirelessly serve their fellow citizens and provide the thin blue linthat holds evil at bay and allows us to live in peace and prosperity.

Built like a proverbial tank, the American Lawmanand the Mini Lawman are comfoable to use in the most extreme environments and will shrug off even the harshest abu

The drop point bl ades are ci vilian fr iendly in a ppearance yet big, wide, a nd mostimportantly, pointed enough for any cutting or piercing task. Made from Japanese AUS stainless steel and hollow ground to a thin, hand-polished edge, theyre sharp enough teasily sever the toughest, most fibrous materials. Plus, to protect the blades from rustexposure to inclement weather, they come with a black, non-reflective Tuff-Ex finish.

Since law enforcement officers never really know what is in store for them from oneto the next, we thought it was very important to make the handles as versatile and usefriendly a s possible . Their well t hought out finger gro oves make them equa lly comfortand effective in either a forward or reverse grip and they can even be choked up on tasks requiring extra fine edge or point control.

Keeping a firm grip on their knife when their hands are cold, wet, tired or oily is alsomajor priority for law enforcement officers. Thats why we have equipped these knives aggressively textured G-10 handle scales. Theyre lightweight, enormously strong, and importantly offer terrific traction to the hand so the skin and flesh of the fingers will sto them like glue.

Having the lock break on your folder is serious and may result in badly cut fingers. Bif the lock fails on a police officers knife, it could be disastrous and result in loss of lifor limb. Thats why these knives feature our Tri-Adlocking mechanism. Designed to wstand terrific impact forces and weight loads transferred to its mechanism from the epoint and even back of the blade, it has passed with flying colors and never failed even odespite being subjected to the most gruesome torture testing scenarios we could dev

THE AMERICAN LAWMAN

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SPECIFICATIONS : LAWMAN MINILAWMA

WEIGHT: 4.5 OZ. 2.6 OZ.THICK: 3.5MM 3MMBLADE: 3 1/2" 2 1/2"OVERALL: 8 1/8" 6 3/8"STEEL: JAPANESEAUS 8A STAINLE

WITHBLACKTUFF-EXCOATING

MINILAWMANHOLDING200 LBS!

AMERICANLAWMANHOLDING250 LBS!

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THEBLADEISSHOULDEREDAROUNDTHESTOPPINFORINCREASED

RESISTANCETOWEARANDTEAR. THESTOPPIN

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THETRI-AD

LOCKUndoubtedly, Cold Steel makes the

safest, strongest folders on the planet.Its one of many qualities that separatesCold Steel from our competitors.

Our latest improvement is ourpatent-pending Tri-Adlock. AndrewDemko is the originator of theTri-Ads novel locking mechanism.Its a successor to a patented lockdesign originally created by thevery talented John PerMar.

THESTOPPIN...The cornerst one of the Tri-Ads strength, among other

subtle refinements, is the inclusion of a new stop pin whichre-distributes the load of vertical positive and negative pressureson the lock.

The stop pin rec eives all positive pr essure (pre ssure on thecutting edge) and transfers it into the handle frame and linerswhere it can be more effectively absorbed.

Negative pressures on the lock produced, for example, byprying, digging, piercing or even abusive spine whacks areredistributed because the stop pin receives the forward

pressure from the rocker and transfers it into the linersprotecting the rocker and its pivot from failing.

SELFADJUSTING...Finally, outside of keeping the lock free from the buildup of pocket

lint in the mechanism, the Tri-Adlock requires very little maintenance.Its designed to be self adjusting, in the sense that, over time as partsbegin to wear, the Tri-Ads design will allow it to adapt so the lockingbar always wedges deeper in the lock channel between the stop pinand the shoulder of the precision cut tang notch. This feature allowsfor a very sa fe and secure l ock-up.

Positive pressure on the cutting edgeis transferred from the stop pin into thehandle frame and liners whe re it can bemore effectively absorbed.

Negative pressures on the lock aretransferred to the rocker, pushing it forwardinto the blade tang. The stop pin effectivelyabsorbs most of this force and re-distributesit into the frame and liners.

CODE4

SERIESThere are v ery few thing s in life as co m

ing as knowing you are carrying a good kMany of our friends and colleagues in Law

Enforcement talk about how theyre alwalooking for that one faithful, reliable, lighweight knife that can become a permanepart of their every day load out.

When designing our new Code 4 serietook inspiration from that feeling of reliaand developed a knife that we believe isdestined to become the standard embodof dependability.

We created an ultra-thin, ultra-light, hfunctional ut ility kn ife that is i ncredibly fortabl e to carry a ll day. It wont weigh dyour uniform or provide the kind of unnesary bulk that may cause you to leave thknife at home, causing you to be unprepin your time of need. Invariably, the bestfor the job is the one you have with you !

Available in a variety of blade configutions, with an ambidextrous pocket clip athumb studs, the Code 4 series featuresturdy, hard-anodized gun metal grey 60Aluminum handles, the unparalleled streof our world renowned and exclusive Tri-lock and high satin polished, razor sharpJapanese AUS 8A blades.

Make a Code 4part of your daily carrexperience the peace of mind that comesknowing youll always have a truly great hperformance folder when you need one.

SPECIFICATIONS :WEIGHT: 4.3 OZ.THICK: 3.5MMBLADE: 3 1/2"OVERALL: 8 1/2"HANDLE: 5" 6061 ALUMINUMSTEEL: JAPANESEAUS 8A STAINLESSSLIM9MMTHICKHANDLE

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THESTRONGTRI-ADLOCK:

The exclusive Tri -AdLocking Mechanism isincredibly strong.

Some of our folderscan hold up to 600 Lbs!

CODE4

HOLDING

250 LBS!

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FEATURING THE

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TUFF-LITE

SERIESTough enough to do the job a nd light enough to be handy,

Cold Steels Tuff-Lite folders are there when you need them.Theyre perf ectly sized t o slip into a poc ket, clip t o yourwaistband, or wear around your neck on a lanyard.

Offering wide, hollow ground, 2 and 2 1/2 inch blades, theyare mercilessly sharp and can shear through the toughest ma-terials with unexpected ease. And, due to their slant point, theyoffer deep penetration and precision cutting potential withoutappearing aggressive enough to draw unwanted attention.

The Tuff-Lite fo lders are bred for work a nd offer a sur pris-ingly good grip due to their superbly engineered handles. Madeof Griv-Ex, they offer an enormous strength to weight ratioand feature our state of the art Tri-Adlock (see page 6),which gives them astonishing muscle for their size.

Small and inconspicuous, yet strong and tough enough toprevail in an emergency, they make terrific companions for allwalks of life.

SPECIFICATIONS :TUFF-LITE MINITUFF-LITE

BLADE: 2 1/2" 2"HANDLE: 3 1/2" 3"THICK: 2.75 MM 2.5MMWEIGHT: 2.5 OZ. 1.6 OZ.STEEL:JAPANESEAUS 8A STAINLESS

20MTS

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RECON1

SERIESOur Recon 1 series continues to set a standard for Tactical Folding Knives thats

hard to beat.These tough, de pendable kni ves have been a mai nstay in the worl d of tactica l

knives for many years, with a hard earned reputation for reliability and strength.A popular knife with Military and Law Enforcement Personnel, and Fire and Rescue

crews as well as civilians who appreciate a hardworking, dependable tool for anyoccasion.

Sharp as a scalpel and tough as a tank, the Recon 1 Series is available with 2, 3, 4,and 5 1/2 inch blades, and every facet of their construction has been over engineeredto make them as strong, durable and effective as humanly possible.

These Cold Ste el classi cs are thin, light, ra zor sharp and ama zingly stro ng! Everymodel in this diverse series features our world renowned Tri-Ad lock, making themalmost impervious to shock and keeping your precious fingers safe from harm whenusing your knife in even the most taxing conditions.

From the sturdy little workhorse that is our Micro series to the beastly cuttingpower of our XL Recon 1 series and all the knives in between whatever your mis-sion, the Recon 1 is there for you!

ALL RECON 1

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3" BLADE:MINIRECON1WEIGHT: 3.6 OZ.THICK: 3.5MMHANDLE: 4 1/8"OVERALL: 7 1/8"

SPECIFICATIONS :

2" BLADE:MICRORECON1WEIGHT: 1.1 OZ.THICK: 2.5MMHANDLE: 2 3/8"OVERALL: 4 3/8"

ONEHANDEDOPENING

27TXLT

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THETUFF-LITEHOLDING180 LBS!

MICRORECON1

HOLDING125 LBS!

RECON1HOLDING325 LBS!

MINIRECON1

HOLDING250 LBS!

XLRECON1HOLDING350 LBS!

27TLT

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27TLSH

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XL RECON1 CLIPPT.

4" BLADE:RECON1WEIGHT: 5.3 OZ.THICK: 3.5MMHANDLE: 5 3/8"OVERALL: 9 3/8"

5 1/2" BXL RECONWEIGHT: 8THICK: 4MHANDLE: 6 OVERALL: 12

ALLALLMODELS, EXCEPTFORTHEMICRORECON1 FEATUREG-10 HANDLES. THEMICRORECON1 HASAG-10GRIV-EXHANDLE.

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SPECIFICATIONS :WEIGHT THICK BLADE OVERALL

RAJAHII: 13.4 OZ. 4.8 MM 6" 14"RAJAHIII: 4.4 OZ. 4MM 3 1/2" 8 3/8"SPARTAN: 9.2 OZ. 4MM 4 1/2" 10 1/2"STONEWASHFINISHEDBLADES

THE RAJAH SERIES AND THE

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AK- 47

SERIESIn 1947 Mikhail Kalashnikov, the legendary

Russian gun designer, created the AK-47 assaultrifle. Eventually adopt ed by the Red Army in 1949,it became famous as the Peoples Rifle. Such renownwas well deserved, as it was an utterly reliable weapon. Itwas rugged, simple to operate and maintain, economical, andeffective at reasonable ranges. This weapon, and all it representsbecame the inspiration for our heavy-duty tactical knives, the AK-47folders. Designed by Andre w Demko, the AK-47s possess all of theattributes of their namesake, and perhaps a few more.

Theyre built f or hard and rug ged use and are a vailable in two sizes.Both sizes have many features in common. For instance, both areequipped with G-10 handles that offer a vigorous grip that is remark-ably tough, rigid and incomparably strong. Also, each size comes witha unique pommel made out of 6061 aluminum. The pommels featurea lanyard hole and can also serve as a less than lethal percussiontool in a self-defense situation.

Additionally, the hollow ground blades are honed by hand untilthey reach levels of sharpness only seen on a surgeons scalpel.Theyre made fro m Japanese AUS 8A Sta inless st eel, then vac uumheat-treate d and sub zero quenched for maximum toughness. Theblades are coated with black Tuff-Exfor corrosion resistance and

to enhance cutting power and to improve edge retention by reducingfriction.

The blades a re supporte d by our state of t he art Tri-Ad lock. Inour testing, the Tri-Adhas proved to be superior to any other lockon the market today in terms of overall strength and resistance toshock induced by blows on the spine (eclipsing virtually all locks inshort order) or the even more devastating shock by over-strike thatlands on the handle.

Finally, to assure easy access, the AK-47s come with an ambi-dextrous pocket clip and our new patented thumb plate. The thumbplate has a dual purpose, it allows the knife to be drawn and quicklyopened by snagging it on the edge of a pocket or it can be used like aconventional thumb stud or disc for easy, one-handed opening.

SPECIFICATIONS : AK-47 M

WEIGHT: 5.5 OZ. THICK: 3.5MMBLADE: 3 1/2" OVERALL: 9" STEEL: JAPANESEAUS 8AWITHBLACKTUFF-EXC

THEAK-47SFEATURETHE

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RAJAH

SERIESThe Kukris (see pa ges 52 & 55) be st attri butes and enor mous potential

as a weapon and a tool have been well documented in our Proof DVD series.Weve made different variations of the Kukri over the years, some with longerblades, and some with shorter, but never, until now, have we been able tooffer one you can carry in your pocket as a folder.

RAJAH

II: The Rajah II, designed by Andrew Demko, approxi-mates the feel and heft of a fixed blade Kukri. For example, its broad,downward curved blade exhibits the best of a Kukris characteristics as itsunique shape presents the thin hollow ground edge at just the right angle soit naturally bites deep instead of bouncing or skidding off a target. And,its point is thick, wide, and sharp enough to pierce the toughest targets.

The handle of the Rajah II also shares some of the contours of a fixedblade Kukri with the addition of strategically placed curves and fingergrooves. These feat ures will fa cilitat e 3 grip opti ons. One; very c lose tothe cutting edge where you can really choke up on the handle for fine ordelicate work. Two; by the middle for ordinary cutting chores. And three;near the end or butt where you will have the maximum reach advantage andthe most leverage and weight forward balance for heavy cutting or chopping.

Carry the RajahII as you would any folder, using the ambidextrous clipto attach it to any reasonably sized pocket or clip it in your waistband. Inan emergency all you have to do is grab it and open it with one hand in theconventional manner or snag its unique thumb plate on the edge of a pocketand snap it open.

The only suita ble lock tha t can sustai n the incredib le impact for ces gener-ated by chopping strokes with our Rajah II is our Tri-Adlock (see page6). Designed specifically to take the pressure off the smaller, more fragileinterlocking surfaces of a conventional rocker lock and transfer them to auniquely positioned stop pin that will absorb and distribute them through thesteel reinforced Griv-Exhandle.

RAJAHIII:The RajahIII is basically a scaled down, more pocketfriendly, ve rsion of it s big brother. Designed by Andr ew Demko, it share salmost all the major features of the RajahII including an AUS 8A stainlessblade, Tri-Adlock, thumb plate opener, ambidextrous pocket clips, and aGriv-Exhandle with Aluminum liners for extra strength and rigidity.

The Rajah IIIs handle offers a number of grip options due to its carefullysculptured shape and cross section and is particularly well suited to thereverse grip thanks to a unique thumb shelf built into the butt.

SPARTAN The word Spart an conjures up the vivid hist ory of the bat tle of Thermo -

pylae, a story of enormous courage in the face of devastating odds. TheSpartans were a tough breed, trained from childhood in the art of war andinured to most privations, both mental and physical. Engaging them at closequarters was something to be feared and avoided, as their famous Kopisswords struck off arms and legs like a scythe in a wheat field!

Designed by Andrew Demko, the Cold Steel Spartan is a folding Kopisscaled down to accommodate the demands of a tamer, more sophisticatedworld. The 4 1/2" blade evokes the classic Kopis of the ancients with itscharacteristic recurved edge, big belly and sharp, acute point. Its hollowground from Japa nese AUS 8A stai nless and has s ome similar ities wit h aKukri. Like the Kukri, the Spartanalways presents its edge at an angle to

the material being cut to produce a deep sheering effect. However, since itspoint is narrower and more acute than most Kukri blades, it stabs almost aswell as it cuts.

The Sparta nalso echoes the ancient Kopis in its handle. Its designedto help the hand resist the pull of centrifugal force and to retard forwardmomentum, when stabbing, or backward movement, when hammering orsmashing with its pommel. Injection molded out of Griv-Ex with steel linersfor streng th, its heavi ly contoured fo r comfort and fe atures ir regular fl utingand a heavily textured surface finish for an exceptionally effective grip.

The Sparta nhas dual pocket clips to assure ambidextrous carry andfor quick dra w opening. Additional ly, it incorpora tes our Tri-Ad lockingmechanism, which has proven, under torture testing to be almost imperviousto stress, strain and shock. Its almost impossible to overcome and offers ahuge margin of safety not found in our competitors folders.

62KG

RAJAHII

62KGM

RAJAHIIIPLAINEDGE

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AK-47

SPARTANHOLDING350 LBS!

RAJAHIIHOLDING450 LBS!

AK-4HOLD335

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ESPADA

SERIESIn the late 1500s a new breed of men sprang from the

impoverished soil of the Extremadura region of northwesternSpain and sailed to the New World to seek their fame andfortune. Sma ll in number and a rmed with lit tle more tha n thecloaks on their backs and an Espada (sword) in their belts,they cut a bloody path through impossible odds to emerge asConquistadors of everlasting fame and glory. Even today fameand glory are still to be won and available to the well armed ingreat abunda nce. Carve out your share wit h the folding sword o fthe future we call the Espada.

Available in three sizes, the Espada was designed by customknife maker Andrew Demko and Cold Steel President Lynn C.Thompson. Their goa l was to harnes s old world cra ftsmanshi pwith new world advancements in mechanics and materials tocreate a new series of tactical folders for todays Conquistadors.

The Espada s are not for the weak, timid, faint of heart orthose desiring another spring assisted play toy. Pick one up andyoull see what we mean! Definitely not politically correct, theyare huge yet surprisingly well balanced and feature dramaticallyupswept clip point blades that are ideal for cutting, slashingand piercing. Made from vacuum heat-treated and sub-zeroquenched Japanese 8A stainless steel and hollow ground to athin, razor sharp edge, they will cleave through just about anyobstacle or target.

To make your hand the re al master of these awesome b lades

we have paired them with state of the art pistol grip handles.Strongly curved and equipped with multiple finger grooves andeven a sub-hilt in the two larger models, they work perfectly ineither a forward or reverse grip while offering unprecedentedretention and reach through multiple grip extension options.

To minimize overa ll weight and max imize stren gth and rigi dity,we have CNC machined the frames and integral bolsters of theEspadas handles from 7075 Aluminum billets. While quitecostly, this material rivals even Titanium in strength and canendure years of the hardest abuse. Finally to make the handle asbeautiful as it is effective and strong, we have mirror polishedthe dovetailed bolsters and attached glossy black G-10 handlescales using the latest high tech fasteners.

We dont believe any tactical folder can make a credible claimto being a pocket sword without possessing an incrediblystrong and reliable lock and the Espadas are no exception.Thats why we have equip ped each model wit h our new multi-patented Tri-Adlock. Designed by Andrew Demko, the Tri-Adis unsurpassed in resisting positive pressure from the edge(cutting, slashing and chopping), negative pressure from thepoint (piercing, digging and chiseling), and i mpact pressure(whacks on the back of the spine of the blade) by diverting theseforces first to its unique st op pin and then thr oughout the enti rehandle frame.

At first thought, carrying a pocket sword as big and heavyas the Espadamay seem impractical. However, after muchexperimentation, we have found this is not the case. Even thebiggest model can be carried discreetly and unobtrusively in thefront pocket of most pants and when cl ipped to the wai stbandand covered by a bloused shirt or sweater they totally disap-

pear. Then in an emergency they can be drawn and opened in asingle motion by snagging the patented thumb plate on the edgeof a pocket.

G-10 ESPADAS: If you have been secretly lusting afterone of our gorgeous Espadas but find they are just out of yourprice range, look again. Our new all G-10 models are almostidentical where it really counts and sell for a fraction of the costof their much more expensive brothers.

Made practical and tactical they offer blades with stonewash finishes, non slip high friction G-10 handles, abbreviatedsteel liners and our incomparable Tri-AdLock. Get 90% of thestrength with no sacrifice in cutting power and save big bucks.

SPECIFICATIONS :BLADE THICK OVERALL W

G-10 ESPADAMED.: 3 1/2" 4MM 8 1/2" 5G-10 ESPADALARGE: 5 1/2" 4MM 12 1/4" 8G-10 ESPADAEX. LG: 7 1/2" 4MM 16 3/4" 13

SPECIFICATIONS :BLADE THICK OVERALL WE

ESPADAMED.: 3 1/2" 4MM 8 1/2" 5.5ESPADALG: 5 1/2" 4MM 12 1/4" 9.8ESPADAEXLG: 7 1/2" 4MM 16 3/4" 15.6

THE ESPADAS

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XLESPADAHOLDING600 LBS!

LARGEESPADAHOLDING400 LBS!

XLESPADAHOLDINGANENGINEBLOCK!

MEDIUMESPADAHOLDING350 LBS!

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62NGX

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SPECIFICATIONS :BLADE: 4" 6"OVERALL: 8 3/4" 13"THICK: 3MM 4MMWEIGHT(ZY-EX): 3.5OZ. 6.8 OZ.WEIGHT(REGULAR): 4.6OZ. 9 OZ.

PHILBOGUSZEWSKI

SEE PAGE 6

COUNTERPOINTSERIESWhen Cold Steel began to develop a new series of tactical foldin

knives there was one aim in mind; to take the knowledge gleaned four many years of experience in creating some of the world's finesknives and refine it into a truly formidable folder. The Counter Poinseries represents the culmination of that research and developme

Available in two blade sizes (3" and 4") their stiletto inspired sppoint blades have a distinctively pronounced false edge and a lustsatin finish, combining to make a blade that not only looks great, bdelivers a show stopping performance! Cutting and piercing with eease, the Counter Point is both a functional and attractive EDC (Ev

Day Carry) knife and a stearesource in any rescue oremergency situation.

The expertl y designedhandle simply has to be feltto be believed. Lightweightbut incredibly strong mad

from Griv-E x, a super plastpioneered by Cold Steel, anreinforced with heat treatedaluminum liners the handcomfortable and secure in aany grip imaginable! Stronglight, versatile, concealableabove all functional, the CoPoint series takes the bestfeatures of a quality boot knand redefines the potentialhigh performance folder.

SPECIFICATIONS: GRIV-EX 5 1/2" PARADOX PARADOX PARADOX

BLADE: 4 1/2" 4 1/2" 5 1/2"OVERALL: 9 3/4" 9 3/4" 11 7/8THICK: 3.5MM 3.5MM 3.5MMWEIGHT: 6.1 OZ. 5.8 OZ. 7.6 OZ.JAPANESEAUS 8A STAINLESSBLADESANDSTAINLESSPOCKETCLIPS.

WEAREGRATEFULTOCUSTOMKNIFEMAKER, PHILBOGUSZEWSKI,FORHISDESIGNINFLUENCEANDHELPINTHECREATIONOFTHETI-LITES. SPECIFICATIONS :

COUNTER COUNTERPOINTI POINTII

BLADE: 4" 3"OVERALL: 9" 6 7/8"WEIGHT: 4.7 OZ. 2.2OZ.THICK: 3.5MM 3.5MM

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ZY-EX

HANDLE

TI-LITE SERIESOur Ti-Litetactical folders

evoke the sleek speed and rebel-lious lines of the classic 1950sstyled switchblade. Unlike mostswitchblades however, they arelegal to carry nearly everywhere.

They featur e Japanese ma deAUS 8A stainless steel blades witha bead blast finish, razor sharpedges and sturdy, needle sharppoints. The CNC milled handlesare forged from super tough 7075Aluminum billets (known to beas tough and strong as Titanium)and are given an attractivebead blast surface and finishedwith a protective EDP (ElectricDischarge Plating) coating. Andfor maximum str ength and sa fety,we have equipped our Ti-Lites with our patent pending, stainlesssteel leaf spring locks (proven, inour tests, to hold up to 145 lbs).

For ease of carry, the Ti-Litescome equipped with a small, butunobtrusive steel pocket clip, andcan be opened rapidly by usingthe thumb studs or by snagging aquillon on the edge of your pocketas you draw your knife out.

ZY-EXTI-LITES

We know that many of ourcustomers love the look of ourTi-Lites but find the prices alittle steep. This is the reasonwe decided to create some af-fordable a lternat ives. The Zy-Ex Ti-Lites mimic the look of theirmore expensive counterpartsalmost exactly. Instead of 7075Aluminum, we used 43% glassfilled Zy-Ex for the handles. Theresults are extraordinarily light-weight knives that are remarkablystrong, sharp and good looking,at a price almost everyone canafford.

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26ASTX

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26SP

TI-LITE4"

ZY-EX

HANDLE

6 INCH

TI-LITE

HOLDING

145 LBS.

COUNTERPOINTI

WITHTHETRI-AD

LOCKHOLDING

250 LBS.

5 1/2INCH

PARADOX

HOLDING

150 LBS.

PARADOXSERIESEvery detail of our Paradoxis a

testament to Cold Steels renownedcraftsmanship. Its beautiful leafshaped blade is hollow groundfrom importe d Japanese AUS 8AStainless steel and, due to thelatest advances in heat treatment,it offers a thin, ultra keen edge thatlasts and lasts.

Its skeletonized handles areCNC machined from solid billetsof 6061 aluminum and feature ahard-anodized coating to reducescratches and oxidation.

Not only is the Paradoxgoodlooking, but its incredibly safe.Strong, reliable, and virtually shockproof, its almost impossible forthis knife to close on your preciousfingers, even i n the most extremecircumstances.

The Paradox has the fit, finishand quality that one would expect

from an expensi ve high-end customBalisong or Butterfly knife but withone noticeable difference it can-not be opened with one hand!

Thats right , the Cold Stee lParadoxhas all of the style andflair of a Butt erfly knif e, but withoutthe legal restrictions that accom-pany it in many states or countries.

An eye catching knife that is a joyto carry, our Paradoxis availablewith 4 and 5 blades.

GRIV-EX

HANDLEPARADOX

As much as we love and believe inour aluminum handle Paradoxes,we have to acknowledge their askingprice is just out of reach of some ofour customers during these timesof high unemployment and sloweconomic growth.

The Griv-Ex handle Paradox,with a 4 1/2 inch blade, is the moreaffordable version of the Paradox.With the exception of the handleslabs, its made with the samematerials and attention to detail,and offers the same tremendousstrength, sharpness, and cuttingpower of its more expensive

counterpart.

24P

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24PA

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PARADOX

24PG

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PARADOX

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HOLDOUTSERIESThe Hold Out has fa st become one of Col d Steel Pres i-

dent Lynn C. Thompsons favorite folding knives.Ideal for military and law enforcement personnel, or just

law abiding citizens who may find themselves in harms way,the Hold Out series provide the comfort and peace of mindthat comes from carrying a high performance folder but inan astoundingly lightweight and easy to carry package.

Ounce for ounce, they may well be the strongest foldingknives in the industry! Their beautiful, minimalist designis a wonder of functionality; while deceptively simple inappearance, they represent a huge array of design break-throughs and a staggering amount of performance!

The Hold Outs beaut iful sat in polished bl ades areextremely broad; they are flat ground from the spine, witha shallow V cross-section culminating in a razor sharphand-honed edge. Continuously curved from the heel to theneedle-sharp tip, the blade cuts and shears through toughand fibrous material with ease and makes short work oftasks that would challenge many of the folding knives onthe market today.

Its American G-10 handle is a wonder of ergonomicdesign. Allowing a full and secure four-finger grip. It iswonderfully secure in hand and will not roll or twist withuse. The grip enhancing G-10 and handle holes further aid

traction in a wide range of grips, working equally well tip up,down in an ice pick grip or even held like a push dagger!Incredibly thin and flat, with an ambidextrous pocket

clip designed for deep carry, even the largest of the HoldOut series is easily concealed in a pocket, clipped intoa waistband or tucked into a boot. The blade and handlegeometry and t he positioni ng of the Tri-Ad lock in the HoldOuts came together perfectly. Working together to create aknife whose strength versus weight ratio stunned even ourown research and development team!

We believe that the Hold Out may well represent thefuture of mult i-functional , high perfo rmance every d aycarry knives.

SPECIFICATIONS :HOLD HOLD HOLD

OUTI OUTII OUTIII

BLADE: 6" 4" 3"OVERALL: 13 3/16" 9" 6 7/8"WEIGHT: 7.7 OZ. 4.2 OZ. 2.5 OZ.THICK: 3.8MM 3.5MM 3MM

11HXLS

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SERRATED

THEMACKINACHUNTER

ANDTHELONESTARHUNTER

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OPTIONS:The Mackinac a nd Lone Star Hunte rs are al so availab le inthese optional configurations.54FBN MACKINACHUNTER(NAILNICKVERSION)

54FBTSL MACKINACHUNTER(THUMBSTUDVERSION& POCKETSHEATH)

54SBHN LONESTARHUNTER(NAILNICKVERSION)

SL54BT MACKINACHUNTERSHEATHONLY

54FBT

MACKINAC

HUNTER

54SBHT

LONESTAR

HUNTER

11HL

HOLDOUTII

PLAINEDGE

11HLS

HOLDOUTII

SERRATED

EDGE

11HM

HOLDOUTIII

PLAINEDGE

11HMS

HOLDOUTIII

SERRATEDEDGE

11HXL

HOLDOUTI

PLAINEDGE

THEHOLDOUTI

HOLDING325 LBS!

THE

MACKINAC

HUNTER

HOLDING

275 LBS!

MACKINACHUNTERThe Mackinac Hunt er takes i ts inspira tion from the

Mackinac region of Michigans Upper Peninsula; a placethat is dear to the heart of our company President LynnC. Thompson.

The region is ho me to the famous Ma ckinac Brid ge anengineering marvel and breathtaking superstructure - andknown for its honest and hard-working individuals. Itwas therefore only right that we honor them with a hardworking knife!

The Mackinac Hunt er is a str ong, sturdy and r eliablehunting and utility knife that is quite simply built to work.

Its satin polished, saber ground blade is profoundlysharp and its solid stainless steel frame (with stag effectDelrin scales) is as durable as it is attractive.

The Mackinac Hunt er is furt her complime nted by ourTri-Adlock. This game-changing locking mechanism is agreat comfor t when using a knife in tough and unforg ivingconditions.

These class ically i nspired fol ders are of fered in boththumb stud and nail-nick variations, and are also avail-able with an additional leather belt pouch.

SPECIFICATIONS :MACKINAC LONESTAR

HUNTER

HUNTER

WEIGHT: 6.6 OZ. 6.6 OZ.THICK: 3.5 MM 3.5MMBLADE: 3 1/2" 4"OVERALL: 8 1/4" 9 1/4"

LONESTARHUNTERThe rugged handso meness and extr eme

performance offered by our Lone Star Hunteris hard to beat! Built tough enough to handlerough use, yet unobtrusive enough to carryin comfort every day, each of these thin,slim and attractive cutting machines is madefrom flat ground J apanese AUS 8A sta inlesssteel with a beautiful satin polish and awickedly sharp edge.

Sporting solid stainless steel frames,good looking Del rin stag hand le scales , andoutfitted with our unrivaled Tri-Ad lock,these classically inspired hunting knives areavailable in both thumb stud and nail-nickvariations.

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SAFEKEEPER

SERIESHere are perhaps the finest production push knives in almost 150 years. They have the cutting and piercing

potential of a larger knife, but are small enough so that they can be easily attached to tactical web gear, tucked in awaistband or boot top, or even strapped to a wrist or ankle.

SAFEKEEPERII: Designed for the twenty first century, the Safe Keeper II is the ultimate push knife. Justthe look of this knife with its wicked blade jutting out from the fist is enough to deter almost all aggressors. And, ifaction is necessary, the Safe Keepers shock absorbing Kray-Exhandle imparts devastating punching blows, yet is sosecure in ones hand that its practically impossible for even a novice to be disarmed.

SAFEKEEPERIII:The Safe KeeperIII offers outstanding versatility, especially as aboot knife. Its light weight and overall length of five inches make it the perfect combinationof small size and big performance.

The single ed ged design of t he Safe Keeper III means you can safely choke up onthe blade for extra fine work, while the false edge provides superior point strength.With only one sharp edge, the Safe Keeper III can double as a rescue knife.

SPECIFICATIONS : WEIGHT THICK BLADE STEEL

SAFEKEEPER II: 3.6 OZ. 3/16" 3 3/4" J APANESEAUS 8A STAINLESSSAFEKEEPERIII: 3.5OZ. 3/16" 2 1/2" J APANESEAUS 8A STAINLESS

SPECIFICATIONS :WEIGHT: 5.4 OZ.BLADE: 4 3/4"THICK: 5MMOVERALL: 9 3/4"

STEELTIGER

Cold Steel has always contended that the Karambit is a specialized styleof knife with unique but limited uses. It is also, however, quite popular. So, inresponse to the many requests from our customers, and with the help of customknife maker, Steven Likarich, we proudly introduce the Steel Tiger , our interpre-tation of this ancient Indonesian knife.

It possesses all the best features of the classic Karambit and unites them withmodern styling and materials, and, best of all ; weve kept it very a ffordable.

The broadly cur ved Japanes e AUS 8A stainle ss blade is be autifull y polished,taper ground, and vacuum heat-treated and sub zero quenched for maximumstrength, cutting power and edge retention.

But its the grip that really disting uishes it from the competition. Des igned forcomfort, strength and ease of use, it features a tough Griv-Excore that encap-sulates the tang, emerging as the bolster/thumb-shelf and distinctive finger ring.This core is t hen overmolded wit h Kray-Ex, which yields more to hand pressurethan Griv-Ex, and in turn, creates a superb, non-slip grip.

For safety, convenience and quick access, the Steel Tigercomes with a sturdySecure-Exsheath that you can lash to your gear or retain on your person via theremovable boot/belt clip.

SPECIFICATIONS :COUNTER COUNTERTAC I TAC II

BLADE: 5" 3 3/8"OVERALL: 9 1/2" 6 3/4"WEIGHT: 5.1OZ. 2.2OZ.THICK: 5MM 4MM

BACKSIDEOFTHECOUNTERTAC BLADE

PEACEMAKERSERIESIf youre in the Military or Law Enforcement; if you ride horses or motorcycles; liveon a ranch or a farm - or if the encroaching threats of the urban jungle are simplygetting too nea r for comfor t - then the Peace Ma kers are f or you!

Unlike many fixed blade knives the Peace Makers can be carried very discreetly.Clipped to the top of your boot and covered by your pant leg theyre rendered virtuallyinvisible. Boot carry is incredibly comfortable (as the boot top carriesthe weight and suspends the knife so it doesnt rub, gouge, or irritateyour body), furthermore, your knife is always easily accessible whenyou need it.

Astoundingly light and thin - the largest model, with its 5 1/2" bladeweighs a paltry 4.7 ounces and measures less than 1/2 inch at itsthickest point! Thats substantially thinner then many of the allegedextreme duty tactical knives available today!

The Peace Make rs Scandi gro und blade bevel ma kes them veryeasy to re-sharpen, while the unique compound ground clip pointprovides a very stiff, distal tapered point capable of piercing thicktargets without compromising precious cutting power.

The Peace Make rs offer a versati le spectrum of us es - utilit y,hunting, fishing, and self-defence - so its fitting that they also havea versatile grip. They feature a thin rectangular handle with subtlecontouring and a pronounced palm swell. A double quillon guard pro-tects your precious fingers, while a thumb trough in the butt furtherenhances the knifes versatility by facilitating a comfortableand robust reverse grip.

Its expertly designed handles are deeply texturedwith a course-stippling pattern inspired byRobbie Barkmans famous Glock grip re-ductions which provide the leverageyou need to take full advantageof its astounding cutting andpiercing power!

Our ambidextrousSecure-Exsheaths are cutand stab resistantand impervious to the elements. So unlike sheathsmade from leather or fabric, theyll never rot,crack, mildew, or lose their shape. Additionally,theyre fitted with a custom-made, stainlesssteel belt clip that will stay put and keepthe sheath firmly attached to your bootor belt when your knife is drawn.

SPECIFICATIONS : PEACE PEACE MAKERII MAKERIII

WEIGHT: 5.4 OZ. 3.4 OZ.THICK: 3 MM 2.5 MMBLADE: 5 1/2" 4"HANDLE: 4 3/4" 4 1/2"OVERALL: 10 1/4" 8 1/2"

20PBS

PEACE

MAKERIII

12CT

SAFE

KEEPERIII

10DC

COUNTER

TAC II

49KS

STEELTIGER

COUNTERTACOur Counter TAC boot knives were designed with one simple philosophy in mind.

Functionality.Quite simply - they work, and they excel at what they do!The Counter TACs full t ang blades a re made from be autifull y

polished and ground AUS 8A Stainless steel that's vacuum heattreated, and sub-zero quenched for strength and durability.

Designed to cut as well as thrust, their double edgedblades are perfectly hollow ground with a unique crosssection that allows for a surprisingly effective cut,while still keeping the double edges and needle tipstiff enough to put in good work without damage.

The ergonomic de sign of the Kray -Ex handleis comfortable and adaptable to any grip,and the deeply textured surface and doubleguard will i nsure that the knife is notlikely to slip from your hand under anycircumstances.

Finally, each Counter TAC is shipped with astate of the art Secure-Ex sheath, complete witha removable boot/belt clip and lashing slots so youcan carry or conceal it just about anywhere.

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SAFE

KEEPERII

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PEACE

MAKERII

STEVENLIKARICH

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SPECIFICATIONS : MINI SUPER URBAN URBAN

PAL EDGE PAL EDGE

BLADE: 1" 2" 1 1/2" 2 1/2"OVERALL: 2 5/8" 4 5/16" 3 1/8" 4"THICK: 2MM 2MM 2MM 2.5MMWEIGHT: 0.5 OZ. 0.8 OZ. 0.7 OZ. 1.9 OZ.JAPANESEAUS 8A STAINLESSBLADES

SPECIFICATIONS :WARCRAFT MAGNUMWARCRAFTTANTO TANTO

BLADE: 7 1/2" 12"OVERALL: 12 1/4" 17"THICK: 5MM 5MMWEIGHT: 13 OZ. 18 OZ.STEEL: U.S. CPM 3-VHIGHCARBON

WITHDLC COATING

URBANEDGEBACKSIDE

MINIPALFor a small knife, the Mini Pal delivers heavyweight performance. It has

an edge that zips through a host of material s at unbelievable speed. And,since the one inch long blade is razor sharp, it will open delicate packagesand envelopes, cut rope or punch through heavy cartons with ease.

Also, the Kray-Exhandle totally encapsulates the tang and part ofthe shaft, for increased comfort and improved control.

URBANPALThe Urban Pal should be standard equipment for survival in

todays urban jungle. At less than half an ounce, its perfectly athome in a pocket or purse and can be easily attached to a key ring,or hung around the neck.

SUPEREDGEThis rugged li ttle work horse can cut thr ough tough materi als

that would make a bigger knife choke. Its diminutive overalllength and feather light Secure-Exsheath make it a natural forattachment to a key ring, zipper pull, D ring or belt loop.

URBANEDGECold Steel has been singing the praises of high

quality push knives for over 20 years.A well-made push knife is a surprisingly versa-tile and useful everyday utility tool. Its securegrip all ows the user to ope n their hand whil e still havi ng full contr ol over theknife. Many of our staff uses them regularly - opening boxes, pausing to sign

for deliv eries or t ype on computers o r tablets allwithout the knife ever leaving their hand!

Light enough to be worn as a neck knife or hung froma key ring or a purse, but still packing enough cutting powerto handle tasks that would challenge even some of our com-petitors larger knives, the Urban Edge also makes a formidablelast resort self defense tool.

Our first small-scale double-edged push knife, the UrbanEdge has one serrated edge for tough cutting chores and oneplain edge for fine work.

The expertl y designed handl e offers a secure andcomfortable grip, padding the fingers when making bigslashes and cuts. This awesome knife is comple-mented by our sturdy Secure-Exsheath and ablack bead lanyard chain.

WARCRAFTSERIESWARCRAFTTANTO

Lynn C. Thompson has championed the awesome powerof the Tanto for over 30 years. A pioneer in modern Tantodesign, Lynn developed Tantos that could not only provideamazing cutting and piercing power, but perform a brutalsnap cut too, making lightning fast, versatile and powerfulknives that were met with great critical acclaim andwidespread popularity, particularly with the Military whoappreciated their robust and reliable design coupled withsuperior fighting functionality.

But, unlike many designers who rest upon their laurels,Lynn continued to explore, research and refine his designs,looking for ways to make better and better products. Overthe next three decades Lynn has developed a wide variety ofTantos, and t he Warcraf t Tanto (the fir st in our n ew series ofWarcraft blades) embodies his very latest thoughts and ideasregarding this truly inspiring blade shape.

The Warcraf t Tantos blade is noti ceably thi cker than ma nyof the knives on the market today. With its tough reinforcedtip, elegantly curved cutting edge and sturdy one-piececonstruction, it is designed to soak up punishment whiledelivering unprecedented performance.

Made from high quality, expertly heat treated, sub zeroquenched American CPM 3-V steel, the Warcraft Tantosblade features a stout flat ground primary cutting edge and achisel ground secondary blade bevel, both hand sharpened to

hair popping sharpness. The intersection of these two bladebevels (The Yakote) forms a wickedly effective secondarypoint that allows for a devastating snap cut.

The Warcraf t Tanto is then DLC coated our DLC (DiamondLike Coating) is not only highly rust and scratch resistantbut reduces glare and minimizes friction when cutting whilemaking the blade incredibly hard.

During the testing process for this knife our R&D team lefta prototype exposed to the elements deep in the Pennsylvaniawoods. After 3 months the blade was immaculate!

Its perfectly balanced taper-ground full tang is encased in3D machined American G-10 scales. Comfortable and securein hand, its equally at home as a reliable workhorse or life-saving combat knife.

Complete with our ever popular Secure-Ex sheath(now compatible with Tek-Lokbelt adaptors to facilitateconcealed carry under a coat or jacket) , the Warcraft Tantois rugged, dependable and as powerful as it is beautiful.

MAGNUMWARCRAFTTANTONew for 2014! Bigger, badder and bolder! The Magnum

Tanto is the late st editi on to our Warcraf t series.Featuring the same game-changing DLC coated American

CPM 3-V steel as its smaller brother, but with a new 12 longblade that is 1.5 wide! This huge O Tanto has more weight,more reach and more cutting power and performs more likea short sword than a long knife. In fact, following extensivetests with the Warcraft Magnum Tanto, Lynn Thompson him-self was rendered speechless, finally exclaiming This knifeis a monster!

Perhaps the highest quality, extreme performance produc-

tion tactical fixed blade in the world, the Warcraft MagnumTanto has raise d the bar yet ag ain.

43NSK

MINIPAL

NEW13TXL

MAGNUM

WARCRAFT

TANTO

43XLS

URBANEDGE

50/50 EDGE

43XL

URBANEDGE

PLAINEDGE

42SS

SUPEREDGE

43LS

URBANPAL

13TL

WARCRAFT

TANTO

THEWARCRAFTSERIESFEATUU.S. MADECPM 3-V STEEL

THEWARCRAFTHOLDINGTHEWEIGHTOFACAR!

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WARRIORSERIESJAPANESESTYLEDSWORDS

The Japanese s words of the Empe rorSeries (See page 31) have proven, sincetheir initial introduction several yearsago, to be quite popular with many ofour customers. Still, we are aware thatthere are some people who want a battleready sword but hope to find one at amore affordable price. Our WarriorSeries addresses this problem directly.In our efforts to reduce the costlinessof the blades, we have omitted theexpensive mirror polishing that we usedon the Emperor swords to create aseries of Japanese swords with a morepractical finish.

The Warrior S eries sword s are veryhandsome in their own right and sharethe same steel, heat treatment, andsharpness as their more expensive Em-peror counterparts. Like the Emperorswords, they have Sam covered, cordwrapped handles and quality fittings. Ifyoure in the market for a strong, good

looking, reasonably priced Japanesesword we know youll be happy to ownone of these.

The Warrior S erSwords come coma black lacquereda blue/violet cove

TANTOSERIESThere isnt a pe rson working i n the knife indus try today t hat

knows more about the Tanto than Cold Steel does. It was,after all, Cold Steel who invented and popularized this knifestyle in the early 1980s. We have spent well over a million dol-lars persuading the public, both through advertising and live orvideotaped demonstrations, of the Tantos many advantages.We have been producing Tantos for more than 30 years now,and there is still no factory or custom knife maker aroundmaking a Tanto that can approach the cutting, slashing orpiercing power of one that is manufactured by Cold Steel.

All of our Tantos feature a deep lustrous satin finish onthe hollow ground blade bevels and a contrasting line grainfinish on the blade fla ts. This te chnique highli ghts our sta teof the art grinding methods and emphasizes the Cold SteelTantos unique appear ance. In addit ion, the Tantos come wi th

our famous flattened oval Kray-Exhandle. The oval shapeprovides a solid grip and resists rolling or twisting in the handunder hard use, the kind that, over time, would destroy alesser knife. The use of Kray-Exin knife handles is anotherCold Steel innovation. Kray-Exis an unparalleled space agematerial that wont crack or rot and is immune to the ravagesof bad weather.

The tapere d, solid ste el pommel is a nother import ant Tantofeature t hat should not be ig nored. Lynn Thompson de signed itto concentrate the full force of a crushing blow in a small areaso that even a moderately powerful blow can be remarkablyeffective in disarming or otherwise incapacitating an attacker.

SPECIFICATIONS :NAME BLADE OVERALL WEIGHT THICK

MASTERTANTO: 6" 11 1/2" 9.5 OZ. 3/16"MAG. TANTOII: 7 1/2" 13 1/8" 11.4 OZ. 3/16"TAIPAN: 7 1/2" 13" 10.8 OZ. 3/16"KRAY-EXHANDLES& VG-1 SANMAIIIIBLADES.ALLCOMECOMPLETEWITH ALEATHERSHEATH

TAIPAN Like its serpent namesake, the Tai Pan is aggressively

fast and dead ly. Designed by Ly nn C. Thompson in thedistinctive Tanto style, the Tai Panembodies all thebest features of a classic dagger while minimizing itsshortcomings.

Most daggers are notorious for having thin, fragilepoints that are easily broken. In contrast, the Tai Panfeatures a sturdy spea r point which is wid e and thickenough to resist breaking without compromising its abil-ity to offer deep, effortless penetration.

The razor shar p twin edges of fer twice t he potentialcuts, slashes, and locks of a single edge knife. When usedwith skill, the Tai Pancan cut a 180 arc up or down orfrom side to si de with devast ating eff ect. With a ba lancepoint just behind the guard, the Tai Panhas subtle

handle heavy feel making it ideal for insertions yetremaining lively in the hand.

As with the Tanto, the Tai Panfeatures a taperedblack Kray-Exhandle with a unique flattened oval crosssection. Over time, this material and handle shape haveproven ideal for preventing the knife from shifting orturning in the hand even under the worst circumstances.

Meticulously fashioned from 300 series stainless steel,the traditional style tsuba and bolster offer both addedsafety and beauty. The Tai Pansbutt terminates in atapered, semi-pointed pommel to maximize the effect ofeven the slightest blow.

SPECIFICATIONS :O TANTO WAKAZASHI KATANA CHISAKATANA O KATANA NODACHI

BLADE: 13 1/4" 21" 29 1/4" 24 1/2" 36" 34"OVERALL: 19 1/4" 29 1/2" 40 1/2" 36" 49" 57"WEIGHT: 18.5 OZ. 30.6 OZ. 41.4 OZ. 37.1 OZ. 48 OZ. 69.6 OZ.THICK: 5/16" 5/16" 5/16" 5/16" 5/16" 5/16"BLADESTEEL(ALLMODELS): 1055 CARBON.

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EMPERORSERIESThe Emperor Se ries swords are

exquisitely beautiful examples ofswordmakers art. Battle ready adesigned, they're styled to reflecthe most distinctive hallmarks ofsword design.

To begin with, our f actory has uonly traditional materials for theSeries Swords fittings. The TsubFuchi (collar), and Kashira (pomexpertly made and finely crafted silver brass.

The Habaki (bl ade collar ) is haout of nickel-silver brass and eacis covered in Sam (ray skin) andwrapped in the traditional style wsilk cord. A beautiful Menuki (a ornamental sculpture thats insebetween the ray skin and the corpings on the handle) enhances thaesthetic appearance and makessword that is as traditional lookincan possibly make it.

All of the Emperor swords featsharpened 1055 carbon steel bladare heat treated to a spring temp

blade surface is then given a carefinished poli sh, with a disti nctive polish applied to the fuller (blood

SPECIFICATIONS : O TANTO WAKAZASHI

BLADE: 13 1/4" 21" OVERALL: 19 3/8" 27 1/2" WEIGHT: 18.8 OZ. 25 OZ. THICKNESS: 5/16" 9/32" ALL: 1055 CARBONSTEEL.BLACKLACQUEREDWOODSHEATHWITHBLUE/COVERBAG.

DRAGONFLYSERIESThe classi c Japanese bat tle sword in al l its incar nations has be en celebrat ed for centuri es,

not only for its elegant lines and simple beauty, but also for the technique and skill that wentinto its construction.

Most swords offered today are interpretive copies of antiquities from feudal Japan. Theywere made for warriors of small statur e who seldom rose above five and a half feet. Asskillfully designed as these swords are, they may not be perfectly suited for the twenty firstcentury warrior, who benefited from contemporary advances in childhood nutrition andhealthcare and grew up to be a substantially taller, stronger, andmore athletic version of his historical counterpart.

As a way of compensating for this size disparity, Cold Steelhas created the Dragonfly Series. These swords feature thicker,wider and heavier blades, which mirror our Emperor Series inrespect to heat treatment, polish, quality of furnishings, andattention to detail, but with a few new departures.

Most noticeable are the distinctive teal-green silk cord-wrapand black sam (ray skin) used on the handles and the blackiron furniture that bears the dragonfly motif. Also, the polishedblades are more strongly curved than our Emperor blades

and terminate in a long iris leaf point for maximum cuttingand slashing potential. Additional ly, these swords come withtwo protective bags. There is a blue cotton travel bag and anintricately decorative display bag thats made from the finestheavy silk brocade.

SPECIFICATIONS : KATANA WAKAZASHI O TANTO

BLADE: 29 1/4" 22" 15"OVERALL: 40 3/4" 31 1/2" 21"THICK: 5/16" 5/16" 5/16"WEIGHT: 37.1 OZ. 27.4 OZ. 20.6 OZ.SCABBARD: BLACKLACQUEREDWOOD. ALLHAVE1055 CARBONSTEELBLADES

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BATTLEGIM While researching traditional Chinese weapons near Shanghai, we visited adistinguished collector who had an ancient Wu Jian, or battle Gim.Its appearance and martial spirit were so unique and impressivethat it warranted being reproduced for Cold Steels customers.

The Battl e Gim is forge d from our best DAMASCUS S TEEL bytalented smiths, it features a broad symmetrical point and aslightly wider, heavier blade than custom would dictate. Thisgives it a mor e pronounced bla de-heavy bal ance making it s twinrazor-sharp edges slightly more suitable for cutting and slashing

BUTTERFLYSWORDS Prior to World War II, the Butterfly Sword was virtually unknownoutside of southern China. This changed at the close of the 1940s,when the Communists took control of mainland China, forcingmany Kung Fu masters to flee the oppressive regime and establishnew schools elsewhere. Currently, due to the spread of Kung Fu,these once obscure swords have become quite popular.

Typically, But terfly Swords c ome in pairs t hat are cleve rlynested together so they appear to be one sword not two. When they are drawn, they can be

JADELIONSWORDSThe concept of the guardi an lion emerged in China over 1800 years ago

during the Han Dynasty. The lion, fierce, courageous, loyal andswift, was the perfect symbol to guard home and hearth. Bothdecorative and symbolic, it was common to see elegant sculpturesof these lions guarding the homes of the wealthy and aristocraticor even the gates of the Imperial Palace and the tombs of theChinese Emperors.

Our Jade Lion series draws upon the same protective reputation,combining ceremonial, dress styling with battle ready perfor-

mance. This makes them appropriate for collector s specifically as well as martial artists in general.The watchful Chi nese lion moti f is cast in nick el-slive r with almost sc ulptural de tail on the hea vy

guard and pommel s. This provi des a compell ing contrast t o the elegant jade green co lor of thecord wrapped handles and matching rosewood scabbards that are covered in highly polished sam(ray skin) thats dyed to match the handles.

CHINESEWARSWORD There are fe w swords in the worl d that are mor e intimidat ingor more effective than the two handed Chinese War Sword. Forcenturies it has been wielded by both peasants and soldiers alikewith devastating results. Its huge wide blade will shear througharmor as if it were butter, not to mention mere flesh and bone.There is nothi ng clumsy or awkwar d about this swor d. Its 14 1/2"cord wrapped grip, S shaped guard, and steel ring shaped pom-mel all work in concert to make it a well balanced weapon thats

GIMSWORD There are two basic types of straight blade d swords used in China. One is fairlyong and heavy known as the Wu Jian or Martia l Sword. The other is substant ially lighte r and

called a Wen Jian or Scholars Sword and was primarily carriedfor persona l self def ense.

After studying books and video tapes on the history and use ofboth weapons, we decided to make our own battle worthy Gim (WuJian) for serious collectors and practitioners of Chinese Martial

Arts.

SWORDBREAKER The ancient Chi nese Sword Bre aker had a rec tangular (occ asionallyhollow ground) cross section with sharp corners making it possible for it to focus a blow with

maximum impact. Such a blow could, at the very least, beat anopponents blade aside or so far out of line that recovery in timeto mount a defense was virtually impossible. At the most, it couldlive up to its name and could break, bend or disable conventionalswords and many other weapons with a single blow! In eitherscenario, one is left powerless to avoid the Sword Breakers im-posingly ferocious point. Luckily, there were few who encounteredthis powerhouse in battle, as its girth and heft meant it required

a warrior of substantial strength and agility to wield it properly. But, in the hands of a physicallyable, and skilled warrior, it was the scourge of hand-to-hand combat.

We at Cold Steel drew inspiration for our design from an original antique Sword Breaker we were

quickly separated and wielded in both hands to make wickedly effective chops, slashes and thrusts.Our battle worthy blades are 15" long and 2 5/8" wide. The hands ome slip-proof grip feat ures

careful ly selected hardwood covered with attractive ly braided cord. The D shaped guard has a longforward qui llon, so it ca n both deflect and tr ap various op posing weapons.

unbelievably fast and agile.It comes combat sharp and is protected by a stunning, heavy leather scabbard of exceptional

workmanship. Order your sword with confidence as we are convinced you will be more than delightedwith the swords fit, finish, materials, and above all, performance!

The blade of our Gim is made out of 105 5 carbon stee l and measure s 30" long by 1 1/4" wide.For cutting and slashing, both edges are quite sharp and they terminate in a strong, useful point ofstabbing. The traditionally styled guard and pommel are cast out of thick sturdy brass and fit snuglyon a stout Rosewood handle that is both highly decorative as well as functional. The Gim Sword comeswith an excellent wood scabbard with brass throat, chape and sword rings, so that it can be wornsuspended from the belt or slung over the shoulder.

than thrusting.The attract ive Rosewood hilt i s framed by a bl ackened iro n guard and pommel. Theyre embell ished

with an intricate filigree of traditional Chinese Peony flowers and leaves. The matching Rosewoodscabbard is styled in a similar fashion on its chape, throat and ri ng mounts.

Radiantly polished, with twin combat sharp edges, this is not only a vividly striking Gim, but onethat you can stake your life on in battle.

privileged to handle and study in China. Our handle is made of heavy, dense Rosewood with a flutedcross section that affords a good grip. It features beautifully cast nickel-silver fittings throughout, from the decoratively detailed circular guardto the very stout 5 lobbed pommel that effectively counter balances theweight of the blade and makes it easier to wield.

Thirty inc hes long and beaut ifully fo rged out of 1050 high ca rbon steel,our Sword Breaker has a striking rectangular cross section and hollowground flats, and come s compete with a Ros ewood scabbard t hat fea-tures nickel-silver furniture to match the grip. Its built for the extremesof a smashing, hammering fighting style, with a point that is acute enoughto pierce with little effort, yet tough enough to perforate even the thick-est metal armor. Its a bona fide wrecking machine!

The most atte ntion grabbi ng feature, howeve r, are the bla des themsel ves. Forged by ha nd and

expertly tempered from our finest DAMASCUS STEEL, their distinctively subtle swirl pattern bespeaksthe elegant beauty of fine craftsmanship combined with the strength of Damascus.

JADELIONGIM:The Lion Gim is a civilian self-defense Wen Jian (Scholars Sword), with alittle more panache than the practical versions (like our own Gim Sword) that were made for thebattlefield. In our tests it severed and pierced 4" bamboo poles with a single cut or thrust.

JADELIONDAGGER:A perfectly scaled down version of the Gim, it shares the same design,materials and exquisite craftsmanship of its larger counterpart. Its perfectly balanced, big andstrong enough to stand on its own or fight alongside its bigger brother.

SPECIFICATIONS :BUTTERFLY WAR GIM SWORD BATTLE JADE

SWORDS SWORD SWORD BREAKER GIM LIONGIM

OVERALL: 20 1/4" 37 3/4" 37 1/4" 38 1/4" 37" 36 1/4" BLADE: 15" 23 1/4" 30" 30" 30" 30" THICK: 1/5" 1/4" 1/4" 6/10" 1/4" 1/4 WEIGHT: 32 OZ. 57.7 OZ. 36 OZ. 51.3 OZ. 39 OZ. 31.7 OZ.

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SPECIFICATIONS: ALLSWORDSHAVE1055 CARBONBLADESITALIAN ITALIAN VIKING NORMAN HAND-AND-A- HAND-AND-A-

DAGGER SWORD SWORD SWORD HALFSWORD HALFDAGGER

WEIGHT: 17.1 OZ. 44.9 OZ. 37.1 OZ. 35.8 OZ. 49 OZ. 17.5 OZ. 6THICK: 1/4" 1/4" 15/64" 1/4" 1/5" 1/4" BLADE: 12 3/4" 35 1/2" 30 1/4" 30" 33 1/2" 13" HANDLE: 6 5/8 11 1/2" 6 5/8" 7 1/4" 9 1/8" 6 1/4" OVERALL: 19 3/8" 47" 36 7/8" 37 1/4" 42 5/8" 19 1/4"

*NOTE: THETWOHANDEDGREATSWORDDOESNOTCOMEWITHASCABBARD.

ITALIANLONGSWORDANDDAGGERThe era of the l ong sword spanned a lmost three ce nturies (ap proximately 1350 to 1650). Thi s, undoubtedly, wa s because it r eally worke d! It

featured a d istincti ve crucifor m hilt and a long, d ouble edged bla de and was equal ly adept at o pposing both lig ht and heavily armored foe s. Yousee, its extra long blade offered the reach and leverage for powerful stabbing, cutting and chopping strokes while its long cross guard and heavypommel were useful for hooking, striking and smashing. Whe n heavy plate armor was encountered , blows with the edge were marginally effecti veand were often abandoned in favor of a Half-Swording technique; where one hand grips the hilt and the other the blade to better direct the pointin powerful jabs, and to more accurately thrust at the small gaps and joints present in a suit of armor.

Having read S.M. Stirlings Change series of science fiction novels about a world that loses 600 years of technological evolution overnight (anevent called The Change) at least a dozen times each, has left our President Lynn C. Thompson quite taken with the many virtues of the LongSword and inspired him to make a Cold Steel variation.

Modeled on the Italian concept of sword design, the blade and balance slightly favors thrusting attacks, however, its cutting edges are astonish-ingly effecti ve too and can deliver some down right ferocious blows. Addit ionally, its simple crucifor m hilt is also all business with a long upturnedcross guard, leathe r-over-wood grip, and a counter balancing fish tail pommel. The Italian Sword is deadly in a fight and built like a tank.

ITALIANDAGGERSince our Italian Long Sword is light and well balanced enough to use in one hand we thought wed offer a companion dagger to take the place of

a shield, targe, or buckler. Scaled down in size but almost identical in appearance, its sharply tapered, double edged blade slightly favors attackswith the point over the edge and is stiff and strong enough to parry any sword.

VIKINGSWORDThe Viking swor d of the 9th and 10th cent uries fea tured a long wide blade with a br oad central fuller and t wo keen edges. The preferr ed stroke

was a hard slash or chopping blow, so the point was fairly rounded yet acute enough to be useful for thrusting. A simple guard with forward curvingquillons was often utilized and combined with a utilitarian wooden handle that was covered with leather, bone, or even cast in brass.

But, what really made the Viking Sword so distinctively recognizable from its contemporaries was its heavy 5 lobed pommel used to balance thelong blade.

Our sword has features in common with its historical counter part. It has a doubl e edged blade, hand forged out of Carbon steel and then

polished to a brilliant lustre. The wooden handle is covered in leather and is supported by a simple, elegant guard at one end and a 5 lobed pommelat the other. Both guard and pommel feature Celtic knot embellishments.

To house the keen double edge blade, t he Viking Sword co mes with a wood scabba rd covered in bl ack leat her and reinf orced with a hig hlypolished steel chape and throat.

NORMANSWORDThe Norman lust fo r battle a nd ravenous desi re for land a nd treasure can, like the ir famous sword b e undoubtedly tr aced to thei r Viking for efa-

thers who wrenched their homeland in northwestern France from the hands of Charles the Simple in the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte in 911 AD.Never satisfied with their lot, it wasnt long before they once again took up their broad, double-edged swords and set sail across the English

Channel to conquer Britain most famously, at the battle of Hastings in 1066 AD.Now Cold Steel is pleased to offer you our battle ready versi on of this famous sword. Lik e the originals we have studied, and the trainer s our

President Lynn C. Thompson spars with, it offers a long wide blade with combat sharp edges and a very useful point.To insure its li ght enough to be eas ily wielde d with one hand we have al so added a si ngle broad ful ler in the ce nter of the bla de that ser ves to

reduce weight, improve balance and add the stiffness needed to withstand heavy blows.The hilt of our No rman Sword is als o reminisce nt of many survi ving origi nals with upturne d, spatulat ed quillons , leather-ove r-wood grip, and a

modified cocked hat pommel. This pommel shape was specially chosen because it allows more room for the hand, while counter balancing theblade and serving as a weapon in its own right.

TWOHANDEDGREATSWORDOur Two Handed Great Sword is one of the bigges t swords we make. But dont let its size fool you, as the re is

nothing awkward or clumsy about this awesome sword. Sure, its big and meant to be carried over the shoulderinstead of in a scabbard, but its extremely well balanced and easily wielded by people of larger stature andphysical strength.

To protect the hands from opposing wea pons, it feat ures a lar ge guard with si de rings plus i ntegral pa rryinghooks that allow the blade to be shortened for close range slashing and stabbing attacks.

The handle is mad e of wood and covered wi th leather and is extra l ong to afford a full two handed g rip.Whats more, its capped by a heavy steel pommel that helps counter balance its long blade and serves as an effective weapon in its own right.

The Two Handed Great S word is sturdy, s trong and batt le ready. If youre looking f or the ultima te in big per formance orie nted swords, yoursearch is over.

HANDANDAHALFSWORDANDDAGGERWe would be hard pressed to think of a more versatile or effective sword than the Basta rd or Hand-and-a-Half Sword we offer here. For

a sword of this size, its amazingly light and fast and tips the scales at approximately 3 lbs. Its 33 1/2" long blade is quite wide so it can producedeep shearing type cuts yet pointed enough to be effective in a thrusting attack. Its long handle is suitable for both a one or two handed grip and isfashioned out of wood covered in bla ck leather. To bal ance the long bl ade we have capped t he butt with a bea utiful sce nt stopper pom mel, whichcan be a lethal weapon in its own right.

A companion dagger is also available. Scaled down in size and almost identical in appearance, it offers a 13" long blade designed to cut andthrust, yet be sturdy enough to stand in for a buckler in defensive roles.

Every Hand-and-a-Half Sword and companion dagger reflects the highest standards in workmanship and materials and comes combat sharp andready for battle. To safely house their keen blades we have also included very attractive scabbards made of wood covered with black leather with asteel throat and chape.

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CIVILIANSABERThe cavalry saber reac hed an incompara ble level of popularit y during theNapoleonic wars. An efficient weapon of war with somewhat heroic overtones, it was used by officerson foot as well as troopers mounted on horseback.

It had one drawback. For civilian use, formal, or ceremonial occasions, it was a bit cumbersome,even awkward, as even the lightest models were too heavy and long for practicality. Additionally, themultiple bar hilt, which effectively protected ones hand from an opposing blade, would occasionallycatch, snag, or hook on objects it touched in passing.

The solution was t o scale the mi litary saber down to about the size and wei ght of a small swor dand replace the hilt with a spring loaded folding mechani sm equipped with a single knuckle bow. Thismodification allowed the civilian saber to avoid snags and be worn much closer to the body on thelighter belts and baldrics favored for civilian a nd military dress attire.

Now we offer you our interpretation of the civilian or military dress saber. The hilt features a highlydetailed British lion motif and comes complete with a matching folding guard that locks to the scab-

bard. For contrast, the grip is made of rich black leather and bound in highly polished brass wire.

1796 LIGHTCAVALRYSABERThis saber was widely used by t he British a nd their Pruss ianallies under General Blucher in the Battle of Waterloo. The blades profile was derived from theferocious Indi an Talwar and was rev iled by the Fre nch who strongly pr otested it s use due to the hor-ribly destructi ve wounds it inflicted. In fact, this saber was so successful as a cutting weapon thatthe German Cavalry continued to use it right up to the beginning of the Twentieth century!

1830 NAPOLEONSABERNapoleons cavalry was the bane of the European battlefield.While his horses were second string, his swords were absolutely first rate. They were manufacturedin a state of the art factory dedicated to producing the finest edged weapons of the day.

The medium weight s aber we are of fering here possesses e xcellent cutt ing and slas hing capabil i-ties yet still remains useful for a thrust.

In appearance, it very closely resembles the U.S. 1860 Light Cavalry Saber, but in actuality is afar more ef fective and d urable weapo n. The moderate ly curved bla de is forged out of 1055 Carbon

U.S. 1860 HEAVYCAVALRYSABERAt the outbreak of the American Civil War, therewere two types of sabers issued to the Federal Cavalry: light and heavy. The light version waspopular, but the heavy model, dubbed the Old Wrist Breaker was the one worth owning, as it wasa superior weapon. Its 36" blade offered big reach advantages over most sabers, and its substan-tial weight gave it the leverage to easily crush bones and sever limbs or even a head with a singleblow. The brass guard had three bars to protect the hand and the grip was wire bound leather andcapped with a sturdy pommel.

It's complemented by a sturdy black leather scabbard thats reinforced with a polishedchape, throat, and hanging rings, its elegant enough for the most formal occasions yet stoenough to endure hard wear.

But youve got to draw the blade from the scabbard to fully appreciatethe genius of our Civilian Saber. Hand forged out of 1050 high carbon steelwith a hard spring temper, it sports a narrow, modestly curved 32" bladethat terminates in a wickedly effective point. Primarily thought of as athrusting weapon, our Civilian Saber can deliver a surprisingly deep cutdue to its carefully hand honed edge. Its stout enough to defend againstmuch larger weapons, yet light enough to be fenced from the fingers andwrist like a small sword.

In its double ringed, steel scabbard, it could be easily attached to a saddle or to a belt.After examining and handling a number of original 1860 Heavy Cavalry Sabers, we decide

make our own reproduction with a few improvements. Our blade is made from 1055 carbowith a hard spring temper and will pass the British Proof Test.

Steel and features a long, wide fuller and a very sharp, practical point.The grip is e qually well ma de. Its wrapped in bla ck leather and strongly protected by a

brass three bar hilt. The whole package comes with a heavy duty polished steel scabbard wrings so it can be easily attached to your baldric or sword belt.

OFFICERSFIVEBALLSPADROONIn the age of sail, officers were expected to fight rightalongside common deckhands. An officer never made his choice of weapon recklessly when he knewhe to had to fight hand to hand to repel boarders. The clear choice was a Spadroon as his primaryedged weapon. It was lighter than a cutlass, offered a long, stiff blade, was imminently suitable forthrusting, and had a sharp edge capable of delivering a stinging cut.

Original antique Spadroons are quite scarce, and far too valuable to use as actual weapons, butluckily you can get a Cold Steel reproduction. Loosely modeled on historical examples, our Spa-droon has been hardened to a spring temper, with a combat sharp edge and is capable of deliveringa fearsome cut as well as a lethal thrust. Its handsome too, with a multi ridged faux ivory grip and agorgeous bras s hilt repl ete with the re quisite five ba ll counter gua rd and knuckle bow.

Not to be outshined, the scabbard is equally impressive. Its fashioned from rich black leather,

and hand stitched, and comes with a mirror polished, solid brass chape,throat, and carrying rings.

FIVEBALLDIRKAt our president, Lynn C. Thompsons insistence, weveproduced a matching dirk as well. Highly evocative of the large Spadroon,the Five Ball Dirk offers a rigid double-edged blade, faux ivory grip, brassguard with inte gral five bal l counter guar d and a rich blac k leather a ndbrass scabbard.

If you want a combat quality saber that will pass the British Proof Test and is fully capashearing off arms and even legs with a single blow, this is a must have! It comes with a shforward edge and your choice of a wood and leather scabbard wit h steel mounts a nd fittinall metal scabbard.

SPECIFICATIONS :FIVEBALLDIRK FIVEBALLSPADROON CIVILIANSABER 1796 LIGHTCAVALRYSABER U.S. 1860 HEAVYCAVALRYSABER 1830 NAPOLEONSABER 1908 BRITISHCAVALRYSABER

BLADE: 14" 32" 32" 33" 36" 33 3/4" 35"OVERALL: 19" 38" 36" 37 3/4" 41 1/2" 39" 42"THICK: 4.5MM 5MM 1/4" 5/16" 1/3" 5/16" 1/3"WEIGHT: 10.9 OZ. 20.2 OZ. 24.8 OZ. 34.2 OZ. 42.9 OZ. 37.7 OZ. 40.7 OZ

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1908 BRITISHCAVALRYSABER What makes the ideal cavalry saber? In the charge youneed a narrow, stiff blade with a sharp point to impale your enemies. In the mle, on an immobilehorse, you need a wide, curved, semi flexible blade for cutting and slashing.

The Britis h pondered this dilemma and i n 1908, settled on a s aber that fa vored the thr ust. Ithad a narrow 35" long blade, a thick cross section and a sharp point.