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Cold Steel Recon 1 Folding Knife
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Most Helpful Positive Review Came with a chip un the blade
I was hoping that i would put the first "HARD USE" mark on my new Recon 1 but unfortunately � it came with one. I am very disappointed. As an aside, if you have weak hands, the Triad lock is going to be a bear to close the knife until it gets worked in a bit. This knife is a beast but folds up to a well managed workhorse that looks so cool!
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recon 1 tanto

by brownbagrod, Verified Owner from CA, United States Written on January 4, 2025
Great knife. First time experiencing this locking mechanism and I'm a big fan. Very sturdy. I will be buying the magnacut version soon
Would recommend: Yes
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Great knife difficult to disengage lock

by Turk, from NY, United States Written on June 9, 2024
Overall the knife is fantastic but is very difficult to close after lock is engaged , I’ve read multiple reviews where it supposedly gets better after use but I have yet to experience this , it will make me hesitate to buy this brand with this type of locking mechanism in the future
Would recommend: Yes
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cold steel recon 1 folding knife

by Robert Pina, Verified Owner from MA, United States Written on April 30, 2024
Great knife , been looking for one at a great price for a year , and of course optics planet came through with a great coupon and optics bucks !
Would recommend: Yes
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Definitely a beast

by Poppgunn, Verified Owner from OH, United States Written on April 12, 2024
I purchased the plain edge spear point to retire my vintage Cold Steels. First, knife comes bone dry. It definitely helps to lubricate. Secondly, I think the new version of the Tri-ad lock is cut a little deeper than early versions, meaning you have to push release in further. Yes, it will loosen up. While not as freakishly sharp as my other CS knives, it's still hair clipping sharp, so watch out. Got my first cut already.
Pros:
  • Very strong lock. Very sharp out of box. Overall, over built.
Cons:
  • None
Best Used for:
  • Outdoors, EDC
Would recommend: Yes
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