An atmospheric classic American pocket knife in a version by Cold Steel. The whole set goes very well with the solid leather sheath. A very pleasant set. I recommend it.
Cold Steel Ranch Hand SK-5 Folding Knife
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Cold Steel Ranch Hand SK-5 Folding Knife
An EDC (Every Day Carry) folding knife from the Ranch series, whose design is inspired by classic farm knives. It features a Clip-Point blade made of high-carbon SK-5 steel, which is prized for its durability and ability to retain a sharp edge. The brown handle is made of bone-look plastic. The knife opens via a thumb notch, and the Liner Lock ensures safe use.
Durable and easy to sharpen SK-5 steel
The knife blade is made of high-carbon SK-5 tool steel, which is characterized by its strength and high resistance to cracking, chipping, and dulling, while also being easy to sharpen. After heat treatment, it achieves a hardness of 63–65 HRC, making it a robust material with good wear resistance and high durability.
Clip-Point blade, satin finish method
The blade, with a Clip-Point profile, is 76 mm long and 2.4 mm thick. It features a smooth cutting edge finished with a full flat grind, which ensures excellent cutting performance. The blade is finished with a satin finish, which gives it a semi-matte surface, enhancing its appearance and increasing its scratch resistance.
Ergonomic handle, hole for securing cord
The ergonomically contoured handle consists of a stainless steel framework and bone-effect plastic scales with a non-slip surface. It features a bolster and is topped with a steel pommel. A hole at the end allows you to thread a safety cord or lanyard through it.
Liner Lock
When open, the blade is securely locked in place by a reliable Liner Lock. The knife is opened using the fingernail notch.
Leather sheath
The set includes a brown sheath made of thick leather, allowing you to safely carry the knife on your belt. A flap with a snap closure protects the knife from accidentally falling out.
Main features
- Clip-Point blade
- made of SK-5 high-carbon steel
- design inspired by classic farm knives
- full flat grind
- satin finish
- handle scales made of bone-look synthetic material
- Liner Lock
- Opens via a thumb notch
- Bolster and pommel made of steel
- Hole in the handle for a cord or lanyard
- Thick leather sheath with a snap-closure flap
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Cold Steel.
Cold Steel is a respected American brand of knives, machetes, and tactical tools, founded in 1980 in Irving, California. The company gained popularity thanks to innovative solutions such as Kraton® handles and American Tanto blades, appreciated by uniformed services and military enthusiasts. It also introduced its own steel alloys, such as San Mai III®, which provides high durability and wear resistance. Cold Steel patented the Tri-Ad™ Lock blade locking mechanism, which guarantees safe use. The brand works with respected 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 | 2,4 mm |
| Blade profile | Clip-Point |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Good |
| Corrosion resistance | Low |
| Lock type | Liner Lock |
| Overall length | 161 mm |
| Main color | Brown |
| Blade material | SK5 |
| Opening method | Nail nick |
| Handle | Plastic |
| Clip for carrying | No |
| Holster included | Yes |
| Weight | 68 g |
| EAN | 888151037294 |
| Manufacturer code | CS-FL-3RB |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| EAN |
SK-5
SK-5 steel belongs to a series of Japanese tool steel (Steel Kuogu) with high carbon content and good wear resistance. It is equivalent to American 1080 steel and is also designated as SK-85. It contains about 0.8-0.9% carbon, which gives it high hardness and very good cutting properties. The addition of manganese (0.1-0.5%) improves hardenability, silicon (0.1-0.35%) increases elasticity and strength, and small amounts of chromium (about 0.3%) and copper (up to 0.025%) promote the steel's wear resistance and slow down degradation processes. The presence of nickel (up to 0.25%) further enhances strength, while low sulfur and phosphorus content reduces the material's brittleness. After quenching, SK-5 reaches a hardness of up to 63-65 HRC, and its martensitic structure with fine carbides provides a favorable combination of wear resistance and mechanical strength. Thanks to these properties, the steel is used in chisels, saws, springs, drills, and in utility and tactical knives.
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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