Cold Steel Mini Recon 1 Tanto AUS-10A SW Folding Knife

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18.02.2024

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Very good quality and workmanship. I think the price is a bit too high relative to the blade steel, although I am confident in the brand and the quality of the workmanship. Personally, I didn't like the ergonomics. The shape of the handle basically allows only one comfortable grip and even then it barely fits in a medium-sized hand. The flat shape certainly has a positive effect on everyday carry but here I have reservations about the handle's edges being too angular. You can round them off yourself, but for this price such a detail should already be addressed by the manufacturer. I returned the product. In summary: purchasing and returns service through Militaria is at the highest level. The product is from a good brand and made from decent materials, but it's not suitable for me due to personal preferences.

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21.10.2023

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Shipping mastery.... Ordered late Friday, picked up at noon on Saturday.... The knife makes a good impression, I just received it.... At first glance well made, arrived reasonably sharp, time will tell the rest. I am satisfied, I recommend it.

Nice EDC. Tanto blade is good for boxes, tapes, etc. Although 'ugly' for some, it is the most functional in the urban jungle.

I bought it as a gift to make a good buddy feel special. He liked it and I often see it doing its job at barbecues.

Great folder for EDC, works perfectly. I highly recommend it!

The smaller version of the Recon works quite well in my urban EDC. A fairly compact model with little weight. The lock and functionality are its main advantages. Regarding the quality of workmanship, unfortunately CS has lowered its standards since the brand was sold by Thompson. In my case, there was quite a big vertical blade play, so I returned it after purchase. The next one arrived without any defects.

After a long time, I can say this: a great folder that will do everything the owner imagines.

It may sound clichéd, but this is a typical workhorse. In short - a work beast, both in the forest wilderness and in the concrete jungle. When batoning, it will cut through a small branch, and you can also cut open a package with your order. The size of the Mini Recon is perfect for a medium hand, and the tanto blade adds some Far Eastern flair. A good knife, so I recommend it.

I highly recommend this knife—appearance, practicality, sharpness, plus the recon mini is very light and great to carry in your pocket every day. Small but a beast!

Small, lightweight but very solid knife, does everything.

Top-class, a knife every knife enthusiast must have.

Nice, small, and durable knife, ideal for EDC. Well made, the lock inspires great confidence, and straight out of the box it shaved and cut paper like a razor blade :) The downside is the lack of an extra clip in the set. The one we get with the knife is bent and can't be moved to the other side. The manufacturer decided not to include a second one, even though the handle has a place that allows you to fit it on the other side. Overall, taking everything into consideration, a knife worth recommending! 4.5/5

A solid knife, fits securely in the hand. Money well spent. I recommend it.

When it comes to knives of this size, it has one of the most comfortable handles, and I have slim hands with relatively long fingers. Sharpening the AUS10A is a breeze, and it holds its sharpness very well. The handle is supposedly made of Grivory but resembles G10. Not too rough and doesn’t tear pockets like, for example, the Voyager ;-) My new EDC. I recommend this knife!

I waited a very long time for the new edition of this model, and as soon as it appeared here, I just have to say: it's small, but really awesome!