I wouldn’t go as far as some other opinions, saying it’s a solid knife, perfect for self-defense; it’s more like a one-time, plastic toy. Yes, it’s very light and comfortable in the hand. Not suitable for carrying, unless in a bag or backpack. This isn’t mentioned in the description, but the store put a sticker on the packaging saying it’s a ‘training knife’, and let’s keep it that way :) Also good for collectors.
Cold Steel FGX Tai Pan Dagger
FGX (Nightshade) Series represents a distinctive collection of knives by Cold Steel, crafted through injection molding from robust Grivory material. The featured version serves as an accurate reproduction of the renowned Cold Steel Tai Pan knife.
Grivory blade
Blades feature a length of 190 mm and a thickness of 9.5 mm, crafted from Grivory—a composite material akin to the renowned Zytel, utilizing micro-fiberglass reinforced within a nylon matrix. Equipped with a piercing tip and sharpened cutting edges, these blades are capable of additional honing for enhanced sharpness.
Kray-Ex handle
All FGX knife handles feature a textured elastomer Kray-Ex grip, ensuring both comfort and a secure hold. This design delivers an exceptionally lightweight knife that withstands exposure to the elements, does not conduct electricity, and, once the steel ring/lanyard at the rear of the handle is removed, becomes entirely non-magnetic.
main features
- A precise reproduction of the Cold Steel Tai Pan knife
- Equipped with a Grivory blade
- Lightweight yet highly durable build
- Handle crafted from Kray-Ex
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Cold Steel.
Cold Steel is a renowned American brand of knives, machetes and tactical tools, founded in 1980 in Irving, California. The company has gained popularity thanks to innovative solutions such as Kraton® handles and American Tanto blades, which are appreciated by uniformed services and military enthusiasts. It has also introduced its own steel alloys, such as San Mai III®, which ensures high strength and wear resistance. Cold Steel has patented the Tri-Ad™ Lock blade locking mechanism, which guarantees safe use. The brand cooperates with renowned knifemakers, including the company's founder Lynn C. Thompson and Andrew Demko, whose passion and experience contribute to the high quality of the products.
| Type | Fixed blade |
|---|---|
| Style | Training |
| Blade length | 190 mm |
| Blade thickness | 9.5 mm |
| Blade profile | Dagger |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Low |
| Corrosion resistance | Not applicable |
| Lock type | Fixed blade |
| Overall length | 330 mm |
| Blade material | Grivory |
| Opening method | Fixed blade |
| Handle | Other |
| Clip for carrying | No |
| Holster included | No |
| Weight | 99 g |
| EAN | 705442005698 |
| Manufacturer code | CS-92FTP |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 32
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The Cold Steel FGX Wasp knife is an interesting addition to any collection. Very light and very sharp. The tip can easily pierce something, and the serrated edges can cause just as much damage.
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Cold Steel FGX Boot Blade I is an interesting knife made of plastic. However, it's not particularly sharp, except for the tip. A cool addition to the collection, but that's about it.
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A light and solid knife. Non-magnetic and resistant to weather conditions. The quality of workmanship is top-notch. I hope I’ll never have to use it. I definitely recommend it.
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Looks great. If someone doesn't read the item description, they might be surprised that this knife is not suitable "for camping." For self-defense, I would rather recommend pepper spray, because after using a knife, we might be accused of exceeding the limits of necessary defense. For a collection, this is a must-have item. It looks divine, brass knuckles in the handle. I have only seen one other knife with brass knuckles on the market. I recommend it for collectors.
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A brilliantly designed self-defense knife. Cheap, well-made, and could save someone’s life. I highly recommend it to everyone, it’s definitely worth getting.
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The knife is excellently made, lightweight, and very easy to handle. However, it has one drawback for me: the ring should be provided separately so that anyone who wants it can attach it themselves, because as it is, when I tried to remove it quickly and carelessly I already scratched the plastic ;D The store is always great, shipping is fast and without any problems. I highly recommend both the product and the store.
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Great knife, the original must have scared enemies... I think this knife will effectively deter a potential attacker. The price is acceptable, I don't have the original in my collection yet but I have this one and I'm satisfied.
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Light, sharp, and on time
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Looks like a dagger (big plus) Sharp as heck Larger than it seems
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Product matches the description. Very sharp
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An interesting gadget, more durable than it seems. It's just not suitable for sharpening.
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Bought as a curiosity. The material seems durable. The tip is sharp, with the 'blade' you can maybe open letters at most, but I wouldn't call this a downside.
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Sharp, stable in the hand. Striking appearance. Very well made. I recommend it.
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Good value product for the price compared to quality. Really well made. Unfortunately, my piece arrived damaged with a torn and old package. It looked as if I received a used item, not a new one. I returned it. But I will buy again because it's worth it.
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