This blade’s combination of materials, mechanisms and construction makes it more robust than some fixed blades. Every product is carefully selected by our editors. If you buy from a link, we may earn ...

If you’re familiar with Cold Steel, it’s likely either because you’ve become acquainted with the brand’s portfolio of tactical folding knives or you’ve seen their wildly entertaining product demos.

Cold Steel’s Recon is one of its most time-tested tactical folding knife offerings. The fixed-blade version dates back to the 1980s, and it was among the first knives the brand ever offered. However, ...