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Kris Stiletto
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Hi,
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Sincerely,
Stiletto :)
Contact Information:
K.S.
P.O. Box 3114
Carmichael, CA 95609
U.S.A.
This page is for all of you that are interested in discussing Edged Tools & Weapons. If this applies to you then join in.
Note: This is not a Page for you to express anything else. Such as political, religious, or anything other than things that have to do with Edged Items. All other Post will be deleted. This is just for Edged Items...
Sincerely,
Stiletto :)
Contact Information:
K.S.
P.O. Box 3114
Carmichael, CA 95609
U.S.A.
My 2 Fun Cold Steel Folders
This is just a Discussion Video about my 2 Fun Cold Steel Folders that are, also, great Seld-Defense Folders, too. Take a look... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
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Stiletto's New Cold Steel Large Talwar #21TTL (CPM-S35VN) Discussion Update
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This is just an Update Video on my experiences with the New, Cold Steel, Large Talwar with CPM-S35VN Blade Steel; take a look... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This item was purchased here, on sale, for $99.22: www.midwayusa.com/product/1023454564?pid=940908 This Sale is still going on, today, 8/14/2024! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) Product Information: Best Use: Tactical Weight: 8.6 Ounce Overall Length: ...
Stiletto's New Cold Steel Recon M1 #CS-27TMC (Magnacut Italy) Discussion Update
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This is just a few of my latest thoughts about my experiences with the New Cold Steel Recon M1 (Magnacut); take a look... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) Also, check out the Cold Steel Testing of the Recon M1 by Stickman: czcams.com/video/n5PN4bwVdPc/video.htmlsi=birE OzKiTEKvqD :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This item was purchased through the Cold Steel Website, using my Military 30% Discount for $196.14 ou...
Stiletto's Work Pocket Check New 2024 Cold Steel Recon M1 (Magnacut) #CS-27TMC
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This is my New, 2024, Cold Steel Recon M1 (Magnacut). Take a look. :-) Also, check out the Cold Steel Testing of the Recon M1 by Stickman: czcams.com/video/n5PN4bwVdPc/video.htmlsi=birE OzKiTEKvqD :-) And, here's the link to the Cold Steel Military Discount: www.coldsteel.com/military-first-responder-discounts/ :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Stiletto's New 2024 Satin Titanium Demko Limited Edition Cold Steel AD10 #CS-28DG
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My Satin Titanium Demko AD10 Limited is here! Take a look! :-) :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This Sexy Beast was purchased here: www.coldsteel.com/ad-10-demko-titanium-limited-edition-bead-blast/ Here's the link to the Cold Steel Military Discount: www.coldsteel.com/military-first-responder-discounts/ Specifications: Weight: 9oz Blade Thickness: 3.8mm Blade Length: 3.5in Blade Steel: 3V Handle Length...
Stiletto's New 2024 Cold Steel Recon M1 (Magnacut) CS-27TMC Un-Boxing & Lube & Tune Part #2
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This is the New, 2024, GSM, Cold Steel, Italian Recon M1, CS-27TMC. Let's Un-Box it and take a look inside... :-) Also, check out the Cold Steel Testing of the Recon M1 by Stickman: czcams.com/video/n5PN4bwVdPc/video.htmlsi=birE OzKiTEKvqD :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This item was purchased through the Cold Steel Website, using my Military 30% Discount for $196.14 out the door. This is where my M1 ...
Stiletto's New 2024 Cold Steel Recon M1 (Magnacut) CS-27TMC Un-Boxing & Lube & Tune Part #1
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This is the New, 2024, GSM, Cold Steel, Italian Recon M1, CS-27TMC. Let's Un-Box it and take a look inside... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This item was purchased through the Cold Steel Website, using my Military 30% Discount for $196.14 out the door. This is where my M1 was purchased: www.coldsteel.com/recon-1-magnacut-black/ Here's the link to the Cold Steel Military Discount: www.coldsteel.com/mi...
Stiletto's New $45.18 Amazon Cold Steel XL Tanto Voyager #29AXT Purchase
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I, really, just wanted to see if this Sale on Amazon was for real; "It is!!!" Here's the link: www.amazon.com/dp/B07CL4BSQ3?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Stiletto's New MidwayUSA Cold Steel Counter Point XL #10AA "$34.99" Sale Update!
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This is my final follow-up on the Cold Steel Counter Point XL"s, I purchased during the www.MidwayUSA.com, "$34.99" Sale. Take a look... :-) Note: This www.MidwayUSA.com Sale is still going on, as of 8/27/2024!!! Don't miss out!!! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) Here's where I purchased it: www.midwayusa.com/product/1016265668?pid=570322 -Product Information- Best Use: Tactical Weight: 7.9 Ounce Overal...
Stiletto's New Cold Steel Large CPM-S35VN Talwar #21TTL Update!
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This is an update on my experiences with my New Large Cold Steel Talwar. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This item was purchased here: www.midwayusa.com/product/1023454564?pid=940908 The Cog Ring and Snaggletooth for my Recon 1 Folders were purchased here: www.snaggletoothmf.com/ Product Information: Best Use: Tactical Weight: 8.6 Ounce Overall Length: 12.875 Inches Folding or Fixed Blade: Folding Blad...
Work Pocket Check Video New Cold Steel Large Plain Edge Talwar #21TTL
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This is my New GSM, Cold Steel, CPM-S35VN, Large Plain Edge Talwar. It was purchased at MidwayUSA.com for $99.22, during their Large Talwar Sale. And, it's "PERFECT!!!" I absolutely luv it! Take a look... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Alert! Stiletto's New Cold Steel Large Talwar #21TTL "Un-Boxing" from the MidwayUSA Sale!
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Yes, this " Large Cold Steel Talwar" is just as nice as the Originals! :-) This item was purchased here, on sale, for $99.22: www.midwayusa.com/product/1023454564?pid=940908 This Sale is still going on, today, 8/14/2024! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) Product Information: Best Use: Tactical Weight: 8.6 Ounce Overall Length: 12.875 Inches Folding or Fixed Blade: Folding Blade Length: 4 Inches Blade Fin...
Alert! Stiletto's New Cold Steel Counter Point XL #10AA Un-Boxing from MidwayUSA.com "$34.99" Sale!
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It's here! "MidwayUSA.com $34.99 Cold Steel Counter Point XL" Take a look! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This item is still on sale, today 8/14/24! Here's where I purchased it: www.midwayusa.com/product/1016265668?pid=570322 Product Information Best Use: Tactical Weight: 7.9 Ounce Overall Length: 13.025 Inches Folding or Fixed Blade: Folding Closed Length: 7.025 Inches Blade Length: 6 Inches Blade Fi...
ALERT!!! MidwayUSA Cold Steel Counter Point XL Sale!!!
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Super Sale Alert!!! :-) Thanks for the tip; this is one awesome "SALE!!!" :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Work Pocket Check New 2024 Cold Steel FM-1 #CS-FL-35FMA-BK
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This is my New, 2024, Cold Steel FM-1; take a look... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-) This Sweet New Blade was purchased at Cold Steel's Website for $173.46 with my 30%, GSM, Cold Steel, Military Discount: www.coldsteel.com/full-metal-atlas-black/ Here's the link to the Cold Steel Military Discount: www.coldsteel.com/military-first-responder-discounts/ Here are the Specifications for the New Kid on the...
Stiletto's New 2024 Black Titanium Demko Limited Edition Cold Steel AD10 #CS-28DG2
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Stiletto's New 2024 Black Titanium Demko Limited Edition Cold Steel AD10 #CS-28DG2
Stiletto's New Wiha Driver & Torx Tools Un-Boxing & New Cold Steel FM-1 #CS-FL-35FMA-BK Tune & Lube
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Stiletto's New Wiha Driver & Torx Tools Un-Boxing & New Cold Steel FM-1 #CS-FL-35FMA-BK Tune & Lube
Stiletto's New 2024 Cold Steel Black Titanium FM-1 #CS-FL-35FMA-BK
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Stiletto's New 2024 Cold Steel Black Titanium FM-1 #CS-FL-35FMA-BK
What's your favorite Original Goat Scale Pattern?
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What's your favorite Original Goat Scale Pattern?
Stiletto's New Gunstock Original Goat Aluminum Cold Steel AD10 Scale Kit Finished!
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Stiletto's New Gunstock Original Goat Aluminum Cold Steel AD10 Scale Kit Finished!
Who says you can't Fidget with a Tri-Ad Lock?
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Who says you can't Fidget with a Tri-Ad Lock?
Stiletto's Original Goat Gunstock AD10 Update!
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Stiletto's Original Goat Gunstock AD10 Update!
Stiletto's Demko Knives Ultem AD20.5 Slicer Update
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Stiletto's Demko Knives Ultem AD20.5 Slicer Update
Cold Steel AD10 Original Goat Aluminum Gunstock Scale Kit
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Cold Steel AD10 Original Goat Aluminum Gunstock Scale Kit
Stiletto's New Original Goat Cold Steel AD10 Gunstock Scale Kit
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Stiletto's New Original Goat Cold Steel AD10 Gunstock Scale Kit
Stiletto's New 2024 Purple Rain Demko Knives AD20.5 Blk DLC CPM-20CV Skiff & LynchNW Slicer!!!
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Stiletto's New 2024 Purple Rain Demko Knives AD20.5 Blk DLC CPM-20CV Skiff & LynchNW Slicer!!!
BladeHQ Exclusive 20CV Ultem AD20.5 Slicer
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BladeHQ Exclusive 20CV Ultem AD20.5 Slicer
i am a modify guy too..knives and even other things..i need to modify everything and make it better in my eyes and better for my use..greetings..uddo
There used to be guys that would check and compair advertised hardness of blade, but lawsuits seem to have put a damper on these guys.
Wow? Just for telling th truth? That's messed up! Companies shouldn't be able to hide the truth... :-) Peace, Stiletto ;-)
I have an original recon 1 with what I think Lynn called an ultra lock which is very much like an axis lock (maybe before benchmade used it) but the bar goes through the blade and has a track cut in it for the bar to travel in. I used the devil out of it back in the early to mid 2000’s I retired it when the. Current version that we now have came out and I have it in the original AUS 8, S35vn and now MAGNACUT……been a Cold Steel fan since 93 when I got and still have US made Carbon V recon scout, recon tanto and master hunter
Awesome! Yes, you're right about the Original Recon's. The Original AK-47's had the same Benchmade style Lock; they are part of my Collection. Benchmade enforced their patent, and they stopped making it. That's what I heard. You've been a Cold Steel Fan longer than me. My first Cold Steel Purchases were the Titanium Angels and the Original Titanium Ti-Lite Knives around 2000 and 2001. That's where my Collection starts. I sold the Arch Angel's and still have one of the Original Titanium Ti-Lite Folders I purchased in 2001. Like you, I do have the US Made, Carbon-V, Recon Fixed Blade, also. Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Nice vid. I hope CS launch a spear point version of this bad boy soon.
I bet they will. I want to see all three of the Traditional Cold Steel Recon 1 Blades, the Clip, Tanto, and Drop Point. :-) Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Perfect timing man! I'm BBQ'ing and I get a Stiletto video!👍🔪⚔️🗡️🇺🇸
BBQ??? Where's my Plate!!! :-) :-) :-) Right on, Brother! Sounds like a great day! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I have both the plain blade and serrated Talwar XL from GSM Cold Steel..... They both had lock stick when I snapped it open too. I polished the hammer head on the Lock bars and they dont stick any more. I wish they still make the 4" Hold Out too..... I need one badly.
Right on! This one is perfect from the Box. No modding needed for this one. Or, at least, the one I received. I know consistency can be off sometimes with Cold Steel. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I like tanto and warncliff blades also, but that magnacut blade shape would be my favorite for everyday carry. Cool knife. Can you do a edge test cutting cardbord.
I absolutely luv it, too, for Work. :-) Right on! I don't do Cardboard Cutting Test. I use and carry most of the Knives you see on my Channel. So, I don't like to prematurely wear out my Blades. When I do cutting Videos, it's usually with Wood, doing Woodcrafting Tasks with my Fixed Blades.. Resharpening your Blades constantly destroys your Blades, eventually. If you want your Knives to last, you shouldn't waste them on unnecessary tasks. Now, if these Knives I have were given to me or donated for such tasks, then it would be okay, and I would do it. But, these are expensive purchases I made with my hard earned funds. So, I take care of them, knowing that I may wish to sell or trade them, one day, down the Road... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
My M1 has slowly become my favorite of all my half dozen or so Recon 1's...... I like the steep edge combined with the Magnacut steel and the G10 texture is PERFECT. Took a few weeks of carrying it to get there. Glad to see you are feeling the same way......Im waiting impatiently for the tanto version as well. Give Juno a scratch under the chin from Uncle EDC.
Exactly! :-) My 1st impressions weren't the greatest, out the Box. :-( But, once I went through giving it a Lube & Tune, it performed perfectly. And, when I started carrying it every day, I noticed more and more I absolutely luv about it. What I learned is that it is very nicely made. This one is not one Cold Steel cut corners on. :-) I can't wait for the Large Tanto Recon M1!!! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Kris you’re busy today! Have a great weekend!
Thanks! You too, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
What kind of lube do you use ?
I got my Magnacut M1 yesterday and man is that action stiff.
The same.
Yes, watch my 1st Video. I totally agree. I took mine apart and Cleaned and Lubed and Tuned it. It wasn't an easy task. But, afterwards it was perfect. I would recommend loosening the Pivot and apply a Lithium Based Gun or Knife Oil and work it into the Pivot. Then, adjust it to your taste. I wouldn't use any additional Blue Loctite until you feel it's broken in. That's my advice. But, yes, mine was the exact same way as you're describing your's. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Yes, they need to be Lubed & Tuned. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Hello sir. Is it thinner behind the edge than the Taiwanese version?
Good question. :-) I plan on making an "Follow-Up" Video, today, of my M1. Today, is my day off. I often make my Videos on the Weekends. This will be one of the issues I will add to the discussion; thank you for the question, Bro. :-) One thing I will say right now is, I have become a real Fan of the M1. I hope Cold Steel follows up with Tanto and Drop Point Models. It's like having a precision made Recon 1; I absolutely luv it! Stay tuned... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto I definitely will stay tuned. You're good at intriguing. Thank you sir for your videos and thoughts.
Right on. The Video is up. And, yes, it is, according to my Calipers and research. Stay Sharp! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Cool.
Thanks, Brother! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Hi Kris unfortunately you can't find cts xhp talwart 4" only s35vn is the build quality of the new version good? I am thinking of grip and blade quality ...thanks for the new GSM load coming ??? The XL hand is confortable??
The New, Cold Steel, Large Talwar, with CPM-S35VN, Powdered Metallurgy Stainless Steel, and New Blade Grind with a real Sharpening Choil, absolutely "ROCKS!!!" :-) Mine is in my pocket, right now, at Work; I absolutely luv mine. These not only make awesome Self-Defense Folders, they are awesome every day carry options, too. :-) Mine functioned flawlessly and smoothly, even before I Lubed & Tuned it. :-) I can easily Thumb Flick and Reverse Middle Finger Flick it with ease. It's so smooth. This is a very nice Large Talwar with awesome grip and balance, too, like the Originals. :-) I cannot vouch for the New, XL Talwar; the one's I purchased, when they were first released by the New Cold Steel Company, would go into, what I call, "Fixed Blade Mode." :-( So, I cannot recommend those. There is a fix. In mine, they used the wrong size Stop Pin. And, did I mention that, like the Old, Original, Talwar's, it's easy to disassemble and reassemble again when pulling maintenance. And, it stays centered, and with a dab of Blue Loctite on the Pivot Screw, it doesn't come loose. :-) For those still hoping to find a CTS-XHP Talwar, I say, "I like this one just as much." And, I like the New Blade Grind with a Sharpening Choil, better... My advice would be to wait for the next Large Talwar Sale! And, then, go get you one! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto thank you information
You're so welcome. The one I received from MidwayUSA.com is perfect and I absolutely luv it. The Large Talwar I can highly recommend. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Just got the MSI a couple weeks ago and ordered the Amphibian last night. Two of the best looking micro techs I’ve seen them produce
I know, I absolutely luv mine. They have been in my Weekly, Work, Rotation Drawer ever since I received them; I think they're awesome Work Folders, especially, the MSI. Right on, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Thanks brother for you honestly. I plan on getting one just not sure when. Definitely not looking forward to taking it apart though.
Right on! I totally understand, Bro. This is a very nice one, once you Lube & Tune it, that is. Personally, I think I could make it super smooth and fast to open and close if I polished off the finish on the Blade Tang where it comes into contact with the Lock-Bar. I'll bet the gritty feeling is due to the finish being on the Blade Tang... Myself, I would like to see a Tanto. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto Hey I’m having trouble finding out how you get the veteran discount. Is there a link on their website?
Yes, it's on the Cold Steel Website. Here's the link: www.coldsteel.com/military-first-responder-discounts/ I hope this helps. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto Thank you kindly!
You're so welcome, Bro! And, thank you for your Service! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Hey Stiletto! Midway USA has the AD - 10 Lite for $39.99
I say go get you one! That's another awesome deal! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Thier three and a half inch blades because most states have a 3 1/2 inch limit.
Yes, I totally believe that. Makes sense to make products that you can sell in the most places, if you're a Company that wishes to be successful. I totally get that. :-) But, not only that, the 3.5" Blade size is just a popular EDC size for many, if not most. Absolutely agree! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto Well I just bought the FM1 cause today is last day to get 25% off so $149.95 aint bad.
Now, that's a deal! Well done! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Badass👍🔪⚔️🗡️🇺🇸
Yes! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I just ordered two of these!
All I can say is, "Enjoy!" Right on, Bro! These are super nice AD10 Folders, in my opinion. Well done! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Very nice. It’s good to see the direction Cold Steel is going under its new ownership. Nice to see a Recon 1 in magnacut. Hence the name M1. Very cool. I’m a big Cold Steel fan. I own a couple dozen Cold Steel knives. I have 2 clip point and 3 tanto Recon 1 in S35VN. Nice video. Keep them coming. I’m on the East coast and love your videos. Especially your Cold Steel videos
Right on, "East Coast!" :-) Like you, I, also, am a major Cold Steel Fan! :-) This one is a real nice Recon, for sure. But, I still, absolutely luv my Old Recons, too... They're a lot easier to maintain and service. And, yes, I absolutely luv seeing Cold Steel use Magnacut, too! Right on, Brother! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Very nice.
Thank you! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Compared to the rest of the collex this one's cute 🤭
Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I am curious. I don't have experience with Cold steel, but do you think if you left it , and didn't clean and take it apart it would straighten on its own. It's weird that the blade was solid, but so far off center.
Mine needed adjustment. The Blade was very loose. And, the Knife felt like it had no lubrication at all. But, you could probably just Lube & Tune it without disassembling it. But, mine desperately needed a Lube and Tune to get it to smooth out and center and function correctly. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Its wierd that the width is slightly wider when you look up the weight on cold steel its the same as the recon1?
I looked at my Video. And, I forgot to weigh them. I will d9 that and get back to you in a short Video. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Need Rockwell hardness testing. Italy is notorious for bad magnacut heat treatment
Right on. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Demko uses a company in Italy doing blades for their AD-20i model blade steel 20cv with hrc at 60.5 . There's a video on demko's Instagram of Andrew using a ball peen hammer and batoning the blade in wood.. no damage to edge or blade spine. But yeah I would agree the magnacut needs to be tested
I have seen Andrew Demko say in a Video, with the KnifeCenter.com, during the 2024 Blade Show, that his Magnacut is heat treated to 62 HRC. Now, this is for Demko Knives. I haven't heard what Cold Steel's HRC is for Magnacut... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Did a Hardness test 2 days ago on mine..... 3 separate tests of 3 pokes each (9 total pokes) for a combined average Rockwell of 62.3 ..... Just about PERFECT. so no woprries on the heat treat, at least for mine anyways.
@@edcgearguy4982 thanks ! Very informative
I just want to add, at first, this one didn't turn me on, due to how hard it was to disassemble and reassemble. But, after getting passed that, this one operates very smoothly, once, Lubed & Tuned. And, I absolutely luv the Fit & Finish of this Recon M1; everything fits and lines up perfectly. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
So im guessing the ad10 lite and ad 10 have the same scales so if i buy OG scales for my ad 10 lite tanto i can just buy ad10 scales and they will fit it like what im saying is there isnt different sizes for the tanto lite and tanto regular
Yes, they are the same sizes and parts are interchangeable. That's for the CPM-S35VN AD10 and the AUS-10A AD10 Lite. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto awesome thank you
You're so welcome. I like the Lite Model with the Aluminum OG Scale Kits. It makes them weigh less and operate super smoothly and feel much stronger and more balanced in hand as far as the build strength and balance are concerned. That's what I did with mine. And, it's the smoothest AD10 I own... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@Kris_Stiletto do they all get a rattle from the stop pin I've seen a video where it had a rattle and someone in the comments saying that theirs does the same?
Yes, that is common when you aggressively Fidget with them. It's a super easy fix. You just disassemble them and add a tiny bit of Rubber Cement to the Stop Pins inside and out, and the reassemble and let dry for a couple of days, and the issue is solved. :-) This trick works for all noisy Stop Pins in any Folder. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I hope you do a disassembly video.
Hmmm... Maybe... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
As soon as I saw it apart I winced in pain remembering the hell I had putting it back together with that pivot.I 'm with you on liking the Taiwanese versions better...... I've considered switching the blade out with one of the old ones.
Yes, I totally agree with you on the Pivot. It is a major pain in the posterior portion of my physical anatomy, for sure... :-) :-) :-) But, once you Lube it and get it together right and Tune it, it functions very nicely. And, fit and finish are Top-Shelf. Though, I must admit, the Taiwan Recon 1 is much easier to take apart and put back together. But the Magnacut Clip/Bowie Blade is awesome! And, I do absolutely luv the texture and finger grooves on the New Italian model better. But, the Pivot setup is my gripe. Due to how difficult it is to deal with, as compared to the original, Demko, design. It's in my Pocket right now, at Work. I have decided to add it to my Rotation Drawer, for my Work Folders. I will use the mess out of mine, as is. I want to see how it is after a lot of use. But, so far, I absolutely luv it, except for the Pivot Setup... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I remember my first AD10. It was a Hollow Grind AD that they quickly and quietly switched out for a flat grind. Thanks for letting me see the beadblasted and your opinion on it. Justified my purchase. Hope to take delivery of this week. Would be cool if they did the same unit package but for tanto shapes in 2025. 👍👍🇺🇸🔪
One is none and two is one!
Absolutely agree! I would use the Tanto... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Absolutely, Brother! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I own 3 ad10s and gifted friends one last xmas. They would say it’s the biggest knives they've owned! 😂
Right on! It's an awesome 3.5" Blade Folder! One that you can depend on with your life! To me, the Andrew Demko and John Demko AD10 & Lite, AD15 & Lite, SR1 & Lite, 4-Max & Scout, and 5-Max are among the "Best" Survival Folders on our "Planet," at any price!!! Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
What's the Rockwell hardness though? Not spending that without testing results
Italy is notorious for bad magnacut heat treats
I'm still using my CTS-XHP version, and a S35VN. Both of which are way good enough
Right on. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I totally agree that the previous versions are absolutely awesome versions, too. And, they're easier to disassemble and re-assemble, also... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I just ordered that knife too. I want the Magnacut Tanto when it comes out though.
You and I, both, Brother! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I picked up the serrated one on this sale too. Loving it and got a snaggletooth on the way. 💪🔥
Good choice! And, yes, definitely install a SnaggletoothMF! Well done, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Nice collection. If you sold all those Cold Steel knives, you could actually buy a Demko full-custom. They feel entirely different than these Cold Steel knives. Way better.
Thanks for the tip. :-) :-) :-) I have Demko Customs... :-) :-) :-) And, these feel just as good, Brother; try one and see for yourself... I am sure Andrew and John Demko had their hands on these... These are not like the standard Cold Steel AD10 Models. No! These are on another level. They feel totally Custom and feel like they were made in a Custom Shop, by Highly Skilled Hands. That's what mine feel like to me, a Person that knows how hard it is to make a Tri-Ad Lock Folder feel "Super" smooth. Try one and see for yourself... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto I do own both the black TI and plain Ti versions. I'd never pass them up. They are superb. Great value and somewhat close to the feel of a custom.
Yes! The ones I have received are Top-Shelf and Flawless! I couldn't be happier with them. They have perfect fit and finish and function. It's hard for me to imagine an AD10 being better than one of these; mine are that nice. From what I've seen, these are awesome Collector's that will definitely increase in value once they are sold out. These are the Best of the Best, in my opinion. Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
That Amazon sale is amazing. I picked up a serrated XL Hold Out, a serrated XL Talwar, and a SR1. All S35VN steel, and all $105-111 !!!
Right on! Well done, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_StilettoMan, that G10 on the SR1 is a pocket shredder! Snaggletooth's for the SR1 and Hold Out on the way too. 😁
Personally, I absolutely love the "Pocket Shredder Handel Scales."" Why? Well, with the strong Cold Steel Pocket Clips, they make your folder very hard to lose when clipped to your pocket. And, to me, that's important when riding my HD. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I recently got a off center blade grind edge on a Voyager from Amazon, if its not MidwayUSA perfect its going back Bezos! Same mindset here Stil, retire the old logos as investment and use the new units. You are gonna have a ton of fun in future retirement going through your collection 😂🤣👍👍🇺🇸
Right on. Yes, my Collection will keep me busy in my Retirement, in a very fun and good way. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Are the scales on the M1 a little bit wider vs. Taiwan?
Wider? Not that I've noticed... But, the Fonger Grooves are bigger... And, the Scales have more texture. I think the M1 Scales feel like they are nicer when It comes to grip. I hope this helps... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto thanks....there was one review where they thought they were just a tad wider. I´d pick an M1 up if they make tanto, combo edge.
No, the aren't, as far as I can tell. But, they are different from the Original Cold Steel Company Scales. The Finger Grooves are larger and the Jimping is different and so is the Texture; it's more aggressive. Aggressive in a good way. But the handle length and width are the same. Though, the girth might be slightly different due to the thicker Lock-Bar and Blade... :-) M8ne is in my Pocket, right now, at Work. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Thanks for the breakdown. Coeeficient of Friction is your nemesis. No match for your lube usage! Well oiled moooochine now Stil. So these will soon be on MidwayUSA for 150 bones in a few months?! 😂👍👍🇺🇸🔪
Hmmm... Maybe less... if so, I will let you know. Because, I will be purchasing another... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Nice score! With that CS30% coupon i was torn between this one and the ad10 titanium! It was a tough decision……..
@2:42 you and Choizboyz Outdoors would go triple platnium with those chorus voices 🤣😂👍👍🇺🇸
So far I think I made the right decision. Fooking lionsteel bro
You and me both! So, I bought both... Stay tuned... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Thanks for introducing this blade to me. I had a serrated edge for a while but couldn't get hold of a plain edge one for ages. They retail for a much higher price where I am but since I got both I think I've carried them every day for at least the last 6 months. Wonderful blades. Just sat outside on my porch stopping the plain edge and watching this video. Sweet Sunday morning 👊
Right on! That's awesome to hear. The Voyagers absolutely, "ROCK!!!" :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
i always have 2 on each front pocket everywhere i go 😂... have them now as i type even as i sleep with SRK under my pillow... love the length of blade, small space it takes and tough lock... love my Voyager XL tantos... i just don't have the snaggletooth... ❤❤❤
Right on! I absolutely luv the Voyagers, too! I've been a major Fan of them, even before Andrew and his Tri-Ad Version of the Voyager Series. But, since he introduced the Tri-Ad Lock to the Voyagers, they have been among my All-Time Favorite Folders, especially, the XL Tanto Voyagers. :-) My Pair of Cold Steel, 4034 German Krupp SS, 12" Blade, Warcraft's stay under my Bed... :-) Right on, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Cool.
These are the real deal! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
But Kris look at that nice g-10, thats a classic tactical folder right there. Also the contouring, I wish they had a version inbetween the mini and full size's. Such as the Medium Espada.
Yes, I would not change these G-10 Handle Scales: I like these. :-) I was just stating that these are different from the Classic, Original, Cold Steel Recon 1 Folders that were designed by Andrew Demko and made in Taiwan. I like the extra texture these Scales have. It gives a little more grip confidence. :-) And fitment is "Top-Shelf" on mine. My only gripe is how hard it is to disassemble and re-assemble. It's a great one. It is going into my Rotation Drawer; it won't be just a Collector. I will be using this one with its CPM-Magnacut SS! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I like the Italian one better, much better build quality and with the steel liners you can find a knife customizer to make custom scales. I have a lockback massad ayoob from spyderco that someone made me custom scales for.
I absolutely luv the Italian, Recon M1. I have been fidgeting with it since I assembled it. it is super smooth and stays centered and everything has perfect fitment. But it was only like that after I Lubed & Tuned it. :-) Though, I know, many won't do what I did. :-( And their experience won't turn out like mine did, after I Lubed & Tuned my M1... :-( But yes, once it's Lubed & Tuned, it is an awesome Recon! :-) And I will purchase another, if they make an American Tanto Recon M1... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I really want a clip point version, I already have the tanto in s35vn and I love it. But I don‘t know if I should stick with s35vn or if magnacut is worth it.
I would say it's up to you... Myself, I absolutely luv both. So, for me, it would come down to Blade Shapes or Types and ease of use and maintenance. I think you should watch both of my Videos on the Recon M1... I think they will answer a lot of your questions. But, I want to say something that I didn't say in my last Video, "I absolutely luv the M1 and it's going in my Rotation Drawer!" Positives: It stays centered after I applied a tiny bit of Blue Loctite to the Pivot. And, it's super smooth, now that I have Lubed & Tuned it. The Grind Lines and Fitment are Perfect! Also, the Blade is "Razor" sharp!" And, now, it's a fun one to Fidget with and use. :-) Negatives: The only negative is how hard it is to take apart and put back together. Also, When freshly un-boxed, it wasn't smooth, tuned, or lubed. It was dry and gritty feeling and functioned poorly. It had to be disassembled and Lubed & Tuned to get it to operated perfectly. :-(
C'mon bro easy on the unboxings , I just picked up another one 🔪🤙😊
I just had to see if this one was for real. And, it is! This is the lowest price I have ever paid for a Cold Steel, XL Tanto Voyager, "EVER!!!" Wow! What a deal! Now, I have a Plain and Serrated Edge, New, Cold Steel Company, XL Voyager Set! These are my New, 2024, XL Voyager Carry Set. Both, where purchased on Sales, this year. A lot of great deals this year, for awesome Blades... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
The action of all these newer manufactured Cold Steel Tri-AD folders has been phenomenal. A lot smoother than the older stuff, without even the need to break in. I wonder what changed. The two ATLAS knives I own are also very smooth operating.
Yes, I am having the same experience. Thank you for sharing. It's good to know other's are noticing also. Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto Hey, man. Since you like to collect Cold Steel knives, I thought that I'd let you know there's a place that has Hidden Angels (clip point and drop point versions) in stock for a good price. It's a Finnish retailer called Lamnia. I've ordered from them a few times and they are awesome. With express shipping, which is like $3 over the base free shipping, I get stuff from them faster than I do from many US based retailers! Anyway, Hidden Angel is a crazy beast of a bali. The blade stock thickness is simply insane! What's really surprising is that it actually flips pretty well. I don't mean fancy aerial tricks and stuff... just the practical/martial type of flipping.
Right on! Thanks for the tip. I will check them out. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Hey Stiletto! I had to grab 2 , too good of a price to pass up! 🙏
Exactly! Right on, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)