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Cold Steel Karve Folding Knife AUS-10A - Black

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Karve Cold Steel Folding Knife AUS-10A - Black

Featuring a folding design, the knife utilizes a Clip-Point blade crafted from Japanese stainless steel AUS-10A, renowned for outstanding resistance to both mechanical wear and corrosion. A black coating minimizes glare and enhances protection against environmental elements. The ergonomically contoured handle is built on a robust steel frame with securely mounted scales made from black G10 glass-epoxy composite. Equipping the blade with a double-sided thumb stud ensures swift deployment, while the Atlas Lock delivers solid blade locking in the open position. For convenient carry, a spring clip is provided, enabling secure attachment to a belt or pocket.

stainless steel AUS-10A

Forged from Japanese stainless steel AUS-10A, the blade, once hardened, generally achieves a precise hardness level of 58-61 HRC. This steel provides a balanced combination of abrasion and corrosion resistance, maintains a sharp edge, and allows for straightforward resharpening.

blade with a Reverse Tanto profile

Equipped with a Reverse Tanto profile, the blade measures 95 mm in length and has a thickness of 3.8 mm. A black coating minimizes glare and delivers enhanced protection to the surface against environmental elements.

G10 handle

Constructed from G10 glass-epoxy laminate, the handle offers outstanding resistance to moisture and temperature changes, ensuring reliable durability against regular operational wear. Ergonomic shaping and a non-slip texture provide a secure and stable hold. An opening at the handle’s end enables the attachment of a safety cord or lanyard.

Atlas Lock

Blade deployment is achieved via a double-sided thumb stud. Secure blade retention is provided by the Atlas Lock, a slider-style mechanism accessible from either side. In the open position, a stop pin engages with the locking system, absorbing a portion of the blade’s operational stresses and transferring them directly into the handle to minimize direct impact on the locking interface. Such force dispersion helps decrease the wear on critical contact components. Blade closure is managed through the sliding control, allowing for a controlled, safe retraction of the blade.

spring clip

A spring clip integrated into the handle ensures easy everyday carry, enabling the knife to be securely attached to a belt or pocket edge. The clip is reversible and can be installed in the tip-up position to accommodate both right- and left-handed users.

main features

  • Reverse Tanto blade profile
  • Constructed from Japanese AUS-10A steel
  • Finished with a black protective coating
  • Equipped with ambidextrous thumb studs for easy blade deployment
  • Secured by an Atlas Lock mechanism
  • Features G10 handle scales for enhanced grip
  • Lanyard or cord hole integrated into the handle
  • Fitted with a spring pocket clip for convenient carry
Cold Steel


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.

More Information
Type Folder
Style Survival-outdoor
Blade length 95 mm
Blade thickness 3,8 mm
Blade profile Reverse Tanto
Blade edge Plain
Blunt resistance Good
Corrosion resistance Very good
Lock type Atlas Lock
Overall length 223 mm
Blade material AUS-10
Opening method Thumb stud
Handle G10 laminate
Clip for carrying Yes
Holster included No
Weight 156 g
EAN 888151046944
Manufacturer code CS-FL-38VK
Brand Cold Steel
AUS-10 feature
AUS-10
AUS-10 is a high-quality stainless steel produced by the Japanese company Aichi Steel, considered one of the best in the AUS steel series, used mainly in mid-range and high-end utility knives, produced mainly in Japan and Taiwan. The carbon content (0.95-1.1%) ensures high hardness, while chromium (13-14.5%) guarantees very good corrosion and abrasion resistance. The steel also contains manganese (up to 1%), silicon (up to 1%), phosphorus (up to 0.025%), and sulfur (up to 0.025%), which affect hardenability, impact strength, elasticity, and machinability, improving structural stability and maintaining mechanical properties. After hardening, the steel achieves a hardness of 58-61 HRC, offering an excellent balance between strength, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. It is comparable to 440C steel, differing in carbon content and the addition of vanadium, which improves structural homogeneity and increases abrasion resistance.
Atlas Lock feature
Atlas Lock
Atlas Lock is a modern Cold Steel lock, which in terms of durability brings folding knives closer to fixed blade models. The mechanism is based on two pins and a locking rod that distribute pressure evenly; the stop pin absorbs some of the blade's force, and the hidden spring is protected from dirt. The slider on the back of the handle allows for quick, two-way, and safe folding with one hand.
G10 feature
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.

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    The Karve Cold Steel AUS-10A folding knife is a solid choice with a blade made from high-quality AUS-10A steel, ensuring excellent sharpness and durability. Its robust, ergonomic handle guarantees a comfortable grip, and the locking system provides safety during use. Ideal for everyday carry and all outdoor tasks.

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