COLD STEEL MASTER TANTO

It was Cold Steel's boss, Lynn Thompson, who brought the Tanto to the West.

From the 1980s onwards, Cold Steel began offering several versions of the Tanto, then produced in Seki, Japan, and boasting exceptional quality.

They were an immediate success and were distributed internationally.

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

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

These very early pieces are therefore highly sought-after, especially when they are in top condition!

Technically :

First version dating from the early 80s

Produced in Seki, Japan

14.5cm blade (including 12.5cm cutting edge) in AUS8 steel

5mm thick

Total length 28cm

Kraton handle

Black leather sheath stamped "Japan

Knife condition 9.9/10

Sheath condition 9/10

Supplied in a black nylon zipped pouch.

Our opinion:

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

The brand's move into Chinese hands in 2021 is bound to boost the value of these vintages!

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