The knife is perfect for urban EDC. Small size, lightweight, great materials, disappears in the pocket, good ergonomics, the blade has excellent cutting properties and comes excellently sharpened. The lock is rock solid, making it a very sturdy tool despite its size. I think it’s a great alternative to the Spyderco Paramilitary 3 and Benchmade Bugout. Much more solid, maybe not as fidget-friendly, but it gets the job done. Visually, I like it a lot. I recommend it.
Cold Steel Hold Out S35VN Serrated 3" Folding Knife Black
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Cold Steel Hold Out S35VN Serrated 3" Folding Knife Black
A folding knife designed for everyday carry (EDC). The Spear-Point blade is made of S35VN powder-coated steel, which offers excellent corrosion resistance. The serrated edge has a satin finish. The black handle is made of G10 laminate with a non-slip texture. The knife opens using a double-sided thumb stud, and the Tri-Ad Lock ensures safe use.
S35VN powder steel
The blade is made of CPM S35VN powder-coated steel, which is characterized by high corrosion resistance and excellent cutting edge durability. After heat treatment, it achieves a hardness of 58-61 HRC, ensuring long-lasting sharpness and reliable performance in everyday use.
Spear-Point profile blade, satin finish
The spear-point blade profile has a length of 76 mm and a thickness of 3.8 mm. Outfitted with a serrated edge and a flat grind, the blade excels at slicing through ropes, nets, cords, and other fibrous materials. A satin finish gives the blade a semi-matte appearance, enhancing its visual appeal and offering improved resistance to scratches.
non-slip handle made of G10 laminate, steel clip
The handle is made of G10 laminate, which consists of layers of fiberglass bonded with epoxy resin. This material offers high strength, moisture resistance, and lightness. The grip has an ergonomic shape with a non-slip surface. Holes in the handle reduce the weight of the construction, giving the knife a modern look. A finger groove increases control over the tool, even with wet or dirty hands. The back of the blade features jimping, allowing for a secure thumb rest and increased control over the blade while making cuts.
The knife is equipped with a steel tip-up clip that can be moved to either side of the handle, suitable for both right- and left-handed users.
Tri-Ad Lock, double-sided stud
The knife is equipped with the Tri-Ad Lock system, considered one of the strongest locking mechanisms in folding knives. The lock relies on a stop pin that absorbs pressure from the blade, distributing it to the handle and protecting it from wear. The mechanism self-adjusts over time, ensuring a reliable lock. The blade features a thumb stud on both sides, allowing for quick one-handed opening of the knife.
Main features
- Spear-Point blade with a flat grind
- serrated cutting edge
- CPM-S35VN steel blade
- satin-finished blade
- opens with a double-sided thumb stud
- Tri-Ad Lock
- G10 laminate handle
- finger groove for improved grip
- weight-reducing holes in the handle
- jimping on the blade spine
- steel carrying clip
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 | Folder |
|---|---|
| Style | Multipurpose |
| Blade length | 76 mm |
| Blade thickness | 3.8 mm |
| Blade profile | Spear-point |
| Blade edge | Serrated |
| Blunt resistance | Good |
| Corrosion resistance | Very good |
| Lock type | Tri-Ad Lock |
| Overall length | 177 mm |
| Main color | Black |
| Blade material | S35VN |
| Opening method | Thumb stud |
| Handle | G10 laminate |
| Clip for carrying | Yes |
| Holster included | No |
| Weight | 68 g |
| EAN | 705442020141 |
| Manufacturer code | CS-11G3S |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| EAN |
CPM S35VN
CPM S35VN is a stainless powder steel developed by Crucible Industries in collaboration with Chris Reeve, used in premium knives. It is an evolution of the popular S30V steel, offering a better balance between wear resistance, stainlessness, and ease of machining. Carbon (approx. 1.4%) is responsible for high hardness, while chromium (approx. 14%) gives the steel very good corrosion resistance, and vanadium (approx. 3%) extends edge life and improves cutting aggression. After hardening, it reaches 58-61 HRC, combining edge durability with fracture resistance. The steel retains its sharpness for a long time and is easy to sharpen, commonly used in EDC, outdoor, tactical, and collector's knives.
Tri-Ad Lock
Tri-Ad Lock is a lock developed by Cold Steel and Andrew Demko, considered one of the strongest systems in folding knives. Its key element is a stop pin, which takes the pressure from the blade and distributes it to the handle, protecting the lock from wear and overload. The mechanism is designed to self-adjust over time, which maintains the reliability of the lock even after prolonged use. In tests, it has proven resistant to loads of up to hundreds of pounds, confirming its durability.
G10
G10 is a lightweight and extremely durable material, considered one of the best for knife production. It is created by pressure-pressing fiberglass with phenolic resin, which gives it high durability and resistance to mechanical damage. It is chemically inert, does not conduct electricity, and retains its properties at both low and high temperatures. In terms of parameters, it is similar to carbon fiber, but its production is much cheaper. G10 handles are manufactured by precision cutting and cutting, which increases the cost of processing but ensures a perfect fit and long knife life.
Satin
Satin finishing is one of the most popular blade finishes, achieved by grinding the steel with fine-grained abrasives. Parallel micro-scratches remain on the surface, giving the knife a technical, matte appearance. Satin finishing has both aesthetic and practical significance - a smoothed blade is easier to clean, and the slightly reduced friction promotes smoother cutting. Depending on the direction and intensity of polishing, different effects are achieved - from a matte finish to an almost mirror-like finish. Satin is valued in both utility and collector's knives because it emphasizes the structure and quality of the steel while maintaining functionality.
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Number of reviews: 9
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M... Review confirmed by purchase
Great knife. Lightweight and narrow, unnoticeable in the pocket. Pleases both the eye—with its simple and elegant shape resembling a steel leaf, the photos don't do half the justice to how beautiful this thing is—and the ear, as for such a small knife, it's got a very loud click/snap from the blade lock when unfolding/opening the knife.
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P... Review confirmed by purchase
An excellent EDC. Great steel, small, light, slender, yet with a lot of power in reserve. I sincerely recommend it. The store and customer service, as usual, at the highest level.
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P... Review confirmed by purchase
Very good, compact knife. Small and unassuming, but thanks to the steel used and the lock, it's got a powerful reserve of strength. Very sharp. The teeth do the job—in fact, an absolute massacre. As for the store, of course, I will always recommend it.
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A great small folder. Good steel, solid workmanship, and flawless mechanism. All in all, the only thing to complain about is... the clip. It's a real pocket destroyer. I recommend it, but I subtract one star for the clip.
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Compact, excellent, fits perfectly and disappears in the hand. Arrived sharp. Works like a clock. Reliable mechanism. A wonderful model from the Hold Out family. Good for precise tasks as well as for self-defense. I hope they will bring back the HO2. Store service, as always, deserving a 5. I recommend it.
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A very interesting little knife, light and made from good steel. Unfortunately, the clip is too tight, but two pairs of pliers and something to protect it from scratches are enough and you can bend it appropriately :-)
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Well-made serration. Very lightweight. Cuts aggressively.
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Ultralight, but very solid
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