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Cold Steel SR1 Lite Folding Knife 8Cr13MoV

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Cold Steel SR1 Lite Folding Knife 8Cr13MoV

Purpose-built as a folding knife for both everyday carry (EDC) and tactical scenarios, this model draws inspiration from the iconic Survival Rescue Knife - SRK. Outfitted with a Spear-Point blade crafted from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, it offers outstanding corrosion resistance for dependable use. Featuring a plain edge finished with a refined satin method, the blade ensures optimal performance. The handle, constructed from Griv-Ex composite, delivers a secure grip thanks to its non-slip texture. For rapid deployment, users benefit from a double-sided thumb stud, while the advanced Tri-Ad Lock mechanism provides superior safety during use.

8Cr13MoV stainless steel

Forged from Chinese 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, the blade delivers a reliable combination of edge retention, resistance to corrosion, and straightforward sharpening. Optimized through precise heat treatment, it maintains a hardness rating between 55-58 HRC.

Spear-point blade with satin finish

Equipped with a Spear-Point profile, the plain edge blade measures 101 mm in length and 4.8 mm in thickness. Featuring a high flat grind, the blade excels in delivering optimal cutting performance and precision for detailed tasks. This geometry ensures high cutting efficiency while preserving robust strength, making it suitable for demanding applications. Finished with the satin method, the blade boasts a semi-matte appearance and is enhanced with increased resistance to scratches.

non-slip Griv-Ex composite handle, clip

Handle scales crafted from resilient Griv-Ex composite provide exceptional durability and, thanks to the non-slip texture, deliver a firm and reliable grip. A compact single-sided cross guard further enhances safety by effectively preventing the hand from sliding onto the blade. An integrated finger groove offers superior control, maintaining a secure hold even when hands are wet or dirty. The top of the handle features jimping (notching), creating a stable thumb rest for outstanding grip security and enhanced precision during cutting tasks.

A spring steel clip attached to the handle ensures practical everyday carry, making it easy to secure the knife to a belt or pocket. The reversible clip allows for adjustment to suit both right- and left-handed users. A dedicated opening at the handle's base accommodates threading of a safety cord or lanyard.

Tri-Ad lock, thumb disc

Renowned for outstanding user safety, the Tri-Ad Lock stands among the toughest and most dependable locking mechanisms for folding knives. Its design incorporates a stop pin that absorbs the forces exerted by the blade, efficiently channeling them into the handle and minimizing wear on the lock itself. Engineered to self-adjust with regular use, the system ensures long-term reliability. The blade features a thumb disc, offering convenient two-handed opening and facilitating rapid blade deployment by catching on the pocket edge.

main features

  • Featuring a spear-point style blade with a high flat grind
  • Equipped with a plain edge for efficient slicing
  • Constructed from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel
  • Blade showcases a satin finish
  • Deployed using a thumb disc
  • Secured by a robust Tri-Ad Lock mechanism
  • Handle crafted from Griv-Ex composite material
  • Incorporates a finger groove for enhanced grip
  • Includes jimping on the handle spine for added control
  • Outfitted with a spring steel pocket clip for easy carry
  • Features a lanyard or cord hole integrated into the handle
Cold Steel


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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 101 mm
Blade thickness 4.8 mm
Blade profile Spear-point
Blade edge Plain
Blunt resistance Medium
Corrosion resistance Good
Lock type Tri-Ad Lock
Overall length 238 mm
Main color Black
Blade material 8Cr13MoV
Opening method Thumb stud
Handle Griv-Ex
Clip for carrying Yes
Holster included No
Weight 196 g
EAN 705442019572
Manufacturer code CS-62K1
Brand Cold Steel
8Cr13MoV (8Cr13) feature
8Cr13MoV (8Cr13)
8Cr13MoV (8Cr13) is a Chinese stainless steel equivalent to Japanese AUS-8 steel. It offers a good balance between corrosion resistance, ease of sharpening, and edge retention. The carbon content (approximately 0.8%) affects the hardness of the steel, while chromium (13%) provides very good corrosion and abrasion resistance. Additions of molybdenum (0.3%), vanadium (up to 0.2%), manganese (0.5%), and silicon (0.4%) improve abrasion resistance and the stability of the steel structure. 8Cr13MoV is often used in the production of knives, including by companies such as Spyderco and Benchmade, which manufacture in China. After proper heat treatment, 8Cr13MoV steel achieves a hardness of 56-58 HRC, which makes it a material with good cutting properties, easy to sharpen, and relatively resistant to wear.
Tri-Ad Lock feature
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.
Satin feature
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.
Griv-Ex feature
Griv-Ex
Griv-Ex is a durable glass-nylon composite reinforced with fiberglass used by Cold Steel, mainly for the production of knife handles, and in some models also for blade components. The material has a textured surface on the handles, which ensures a secure, non-slip grip, and its maintenance usually boils down to simple washing under running water. Griv-Ex is distinguished by its resistance to moisture, corrosion, mechanical damage, and extreme temperatures, and does not warp or crack under harsh conditions. When used in the construction of blades, it is additionally stabilized by UV rays and heat, which further increases its durability.

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Number of reviews: 4

  1. A... Review confirmed by purchase
    100%

    If you are looking for an indestructible everyday carry (EDC) knife, the Cold Steel SR1 Lite Tanto is an absolute legend! Its incredible strength comes from the Tri-Ad Lock patent – the most reliable lock on the market. The 8Cr14MoV blade holds an edge perfectly, and the ergonomic handle fits securely in the hand even during heavy work. It's a beast you can trust completely.

  2. M...
    100%

    An indestructible folder... almost flawless. Cold Steel makes incredibly attractive knives. I recommend it!

  3. D...
    100%

    No complaints ;) highest quality

  4. K...
    100%

    A true folding tank... no Strider comes close, and at a fraction of the price.

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