Go Large--The BF Big Folder Thread

desmobob said:
I have Recon 1 models in all three blade shapes, and I thought the fit and finish on them was excellent; comparable to Benchmade, Spyderco, etc, and in some cases, better. The finger-numbing Triad lock seems to be common though, as is a slow deploy of the blade (related to excess lock bar pressure).

When I get a new Cold Steel folder, the first thing I do is take it apart and tune it. I use 1000-grit wet-and-dry and then a loaded strop to smooth and polish all the mating parts of the blade and lock bar. I also smooth and polish the end of the lock bar spring where it contacts the lock bar, then very carefully (a little at a time) take some of the bend out of it to lighten its action a bit.

The results of a good job of it is a knife that is smooth, easy to operate and, I believe, a knife that performs well above its class. The only clue left to its budget price is the "Taiwan" stamp on the blade. I think the rest shows a quality fit/finish and operation worthy of a much higher price tag.

Bob
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As luck would have it, bad luck as is typical of me, my new Recon 1 has a crazy weak detent that has developed as I have broken it in. Weak enough that about 1/16 of the edge (basically the full tip) flops out and putting my hand in serious danger. I'm super gunshy about this because I have a scar from a very nasty cut I got when I failed to use the lock on my Adamas Auto resulting in me flaying my pinkie down to the bone.

It's going back to Amazon, and I hope the new one is tighter. I don't mind the blade tip standing a bit proud on something large with a heavy blade like a Hold Out, but this one isn't going to fly.

I do really like the knife though. I went ahead and ordered a snaggletooth for it today, so I should have that in hand by the time my replacement gets here.

I'll go ahead and give it a buff like you suggest when I install the snaggletooth. The triads do break in ok. Nothing like an axis or good frame, but I have 3 CS knives sporting it, and for what they lack in fidget factor they make up for in trustworthiness.
 
I've read and seen so much about fake Cold Steel knives, I've only ordered mine from big knife dealers (best prices) or the Cold Steel website (highest price but guaranteed to be the real thing!). I have a pile of Cold Steel knives and I've never had an issue with any of them. Do you think it's possible yours might be a fake?
 
desmobob said:
I've read and seen so much about fake Cold Steel knives, I've only ordered mine from big knife dealers (best prices) or the Cold Steel website (highest price but guaranteed to be the real thing!). I have a pile of Cold Steel knives and I've never had an issue with any of them. Do you think it's possible yours might be a fake?
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Nah it was from their store via Amazon. I'm pretty sure almost all of my CS bought in the last decade were from that site.

Lemons happen. I've got a new one coming and we'll see how it goes :)
 
My favorite 3.75"+ lineup:



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So midway had a SCREAMING deal on the Counterpoint XL a week or so back, and I couldn't pass it up. Under 40 bones :eek:
Those haven't handled a Cold Steel megafolder are missing out. The blade on that Recon is a respectable 4". I dunno what I am gonna do with it, but man is it fun to play with. Better action than the 4" version I got a few years ago right after the GSM switch over. Centered blade, respectable AUS10 steel, Tri Ad lock. Tough to beat for the price.
 
birdave said:
Sir,
Who makes these knives, please?
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From top to bottom:

Zoomorpho Romano - Coltelleria L'Artigiano (Italy)

Gobbo Abruzzese 24cm - Conaz / Consigli (Italy)

Bandolero M201 - Exposito (Spain)

Montera Curva Ciervo - F. Bueno (Spain)

The F. Bueno knife doesn't appear to be available anymore, but the other three you should be able to track down fairly easily. Careful, they are addictive. 😂
 
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