Cold Steel Limited Edition Lynn Thompson Signature Spartan Folding Knife 4.5" Fully Serrated Kukri CPM S35VN

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Anybody got one of these ?

I've never owned or handled any Spartan model .

This is certainly a serous upgrade in materials . G10 and S35VN ! :cool:

Not wild about the serrations on this kind of knife . Can't really chop .

Not my favorite style of handle, either , but I'm still tempted at the sub $140 price point, I see available right now . ;)

Don't ask , don't tell where . 🤯
 
I have one of the older Spartans, AUS8 before they added a texture to the grip scales. To be honest I had always thought that the Spartan was one of the ugliest looking knives Cold Steel had ever produced. When I purchased mine they were on sale so I thought what the heck and ordered it. What a pleasant surprise. This knife was built like a tank. Bomb proof! And that odd looking handle fit my hand perfectly (I wear XL gloves).
 
Man with no name said:
I have one of the older Spartans, AUS8 before they added a texture to the grip scales. To be honest I had always thought that the Spartan was one of the ugliest looking knives Cold Steel had ever produced. When I purchased mine they were on sale so I thought what the heck and ordered it. What a pleasant surprise. This knife was built like a tank. Bomb proof! And that odd looking handle fit my hand perfectly (I wear XL gloves).
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I'll dither for awhile , maybe they'll sell out meanwhile . ;)
 
Just put in my order with , I believe , the most turbulent mix of emotion I've ever had ...simply ordering a knife .

Gonna just leave it at that for now, and wait till I can handle the knife... and repair myself from this mood of mourning a loss .
 
Never liked the original. Didn't like the plastic handles or the steel used. The limited edition is awesome IMO. I do own one.
 
Received mine today ...and WOW ! :)

Much nicer than I imagined .

The grip space is generous enough that my small side of med, mens size hand has plenty of room to maneuver .

Rapid grip changes are not a problem for my size . Huge paws ...maybe be more trapped .

The handle two solid slabs of nicely textured G10 . Reminds me of the Bush Ranger folder .

Grip is fantastic . Very well designed and built for fighting or other hard use . :cool::thumbsup::thumbsup:

Pics later as time allows .
 
The Spartan, immortal are all ones I have been on the side of....No! Hmmmm. The s35vn version did make me look again, especially at that price.
Nothing wrong with aus10, I think it's underrated anyway.... Everyone like a limited edition 🤪
 
Late to the party here... Congrats on the new knife! I bought one late last year. It's in its box somewhere :) , I forgot the exact SN on it. Keeping it unused. The prices right now I am seeing have almost doubled from when I bought it. I think you jumped at the perfect time.
 
fx1974 said:
Late to the party here... Congrats on the new knife! I bought one late last year. It's in its box somewhere :) , I forgot the exact SN on it. Keeping it unused. The prices right now I am seeing have almost doubled from when I bought it. I think you jumped at the perfect time.
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Theoretically , I resolved to only buy knives I would USE , long ago .

I've not done too well with actually doing so , however . ;)

I'm intending to use this Spartan, at least lightly . It is my only Spartan, and I kind of like it already .

But ...we'll see . I always have trouble getting past that first scratch etc . :rolleyes:
 
DocJD said:
I'm intending to use this Spartan, at least lightly . It is my only Spartan, and I kind of like it already .
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If you like it, I suggest getting the standart spartan if you see it at a good price. I think it ranks near the 4 max scout in strength and makes a pretty good hard use knife. And you could justify making the LT edition a safe queen😁

Speaking of it, I would have bought if it wasn't 450 bucks where I live AND if it was without the serrations. I tried fully serrated and it is not my cup of tee.
 
rustinxcohle said:
If you like it, I suggest getting the standart spartan if you see it at a good price. I think it ranks near the 4 max scout in strength and makes a pretty good hard use knife. And you could justify making the LT edition a safe queen😁

Speaking of it, I would have bought if it wasn't 450 bucks where I live AND if it was without the serrations. I tried fully serrated and it is not my cup of tee.
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Agreed. The standard Spartan is around 100 bucks or less if you shop around. Plain edge is just more practical 99% of the time.
 
DocJD said:
You did GOOD ! 🥳
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Yeah, DocJD mentioned the good pricing in the beginning here. I checked around and believe that's gone now. I checked because after reading that, I had thoughts of adding a second one to the collection.

For me, this Limited Edition Spartan feels close to a custom. The G-10 is shaped and textured just right and the slight extra blade weight, along with the overall fit and finish completes things. The serrated edge doesn't bother me. I won't be going to war with a bunch of cardboard - or tree limbs. Also LT talks about it's upgraded effectiveness in a defensive situation.

Anyone know just how many were produced?
 
Sabre9 said:
that's gone now.
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Yup ! Sorry, but those kind of deals don't last long . 😭

Gotta jump or just let 'em go . ;)

Not sure but maybe the run was 5000 ? Don't quote me .

Somebody knows for certain and might answer ?
 
DocJD said:
Yup ! Sorry, but those kind of deals don't last long . 😭

Gotta jump or just let 'em go . ;)

Not sure but maybe the run was 5000 ? Don't quote me .

Somebody knows for certain and might answer ?
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The Lynn Thompson Signature Spartan

I think so as well. Speaking of the Oyabun limited, I liked it so much I bought two. One for the collection and one to carry. It seems some don't like the looks, but I do. I love those, I got one to collect and fidget with. Was very happy to get a signed box
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Above thread contains a post that says only 3000 were made !

I'd guess that's right .
 
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