COLD STEEL knife - Master Tanto - Collection knife

VINTAGE & COLLECTOR

COLD STEEL MASTER TANTO

It is thanks to the Boss of Cold Steel, Lynn Thompson, that the Tanto became popular in the West.

In the 1980s, Cold Steel began offering several versions of the Tanto, which were then produced in Seki, Japan, and boasted exceptional quality.

The success was immediate, and the international distribution as well.

However, the high prices (totally justified considering the quality of the blades) restricted the number of knives in circulation.

Thereafter, the overall quality decreased and, although the production remained Japanese, the rarity and prestige were no longer there.

These very first pieces are therefore very sought after, especially when the condition is top!

Technically :

First version dating from the early 80's

Produced in Seki, Japan

14.5cm blade (including 12.5cm cutting edge) in San Mai steel

Thickness of 5mm

Total length 28cm

Kraton handle

Black leather sheath stamped "Japan

Knife condition 9.9/10

Sheath condition 9.9/10

380.-

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our opinion :

The Tanto is the soul of COLD STEEL, and this model the one that started it all

If you were waiting for the opportunity to break the piggy bank to put a nice Master Tanto SAN MAI under the tree, it is now!

The passage of the brand in Chinese hands in 2021 can only increase the value of Vintages!

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