Cold Steel Large PE Voyager: Confidence Inspired...with Mods

Published on September 1, 2008
Duration: 10:08

This review focuses on the Cold Steel Large PE Voyager, highlighting its excellent cutting performance and fast deployment, but heavily criticizing the factory pocket clip. The instructor provides a detailed, step-by-step modification process to fix the clip's ergonomics and mounting position, transforming the knife into an 'outstanding' EDC tool. Despite minor criticisms like the lack of gimping on the steel, the modified Voyager is highly recommended for its lightweight design, strong lockup, and razor-sharp edge.

Quick Summary

The Cold Steel Large PE Voyager is praised for its lightweight design, razor-sharp hollow-ground blade, and exceptionally fast deployment. However, its factory pocket clip is a significant drawback, often requiring modification. With a modified clip, it becomes an outstanding tactical or EDC knife, offering strong lockup and excellent cutting performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: Cold Steel Large PE Voyager
  2. 00:10Criticism: Factory Pocket Clip
  3. 01:14Voyager Blade Styles
  4. 02:26Blade Specifications and Grinding
  5. 04:00Blade Thickness and Tip
  6. 04:21Blade Stamping and Thumb Studs
  7. 04:40Deployment and Handle Design
  8. 05:27Lockup and Durability
  9. 05:55Handle Features: Thumb Ramp and Gimping
  10. 06:42Handle Material and Construction
  11. 07:23Lock Type and Strength
  12. 07:43Lanyard Hole and Kubaton Potential
  13. 07:59Pocket Clip Criticism and Modification
  14. 08:32Pocket Clip Modification Details
  15. 09:19Carrying with Modified Clip
  16. 09:31Final Verdict and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the Cold Steel Large PE Voyager?

The primary criticism is the factory pocket clip, which is considered poorly designed and mounted too low, affecting ergonomics. The lack of gimping on the steel portion of the handle is also noted as a downside for defensive use.

How can the Cold Steel Voyager's pocket clip be improved?

The pocket clip can be modified by sanding the handle grooves, applying epoxy (like JB Weld), and then sanding and painting the area. The clip itself can also be reprofiled by cutting off a portion and smoothing the edges for better carry.

What are the key strengths of the Cold Steel Large PE Voyager?

Its strengths include a razor-sharp, hollow-ground blade over 4 inches long, wicked-fast deployment, a very strong lockback mechanism, and a lightweight Zytel handle with functional checkering.

What blade styles are available for the Cold Steel Voyager?

Voyagers come in various styles, including clip blades preferred for general cutting, and Tanto blades, especially full serrated versions, which are excellent for aggressive cutting tasks. Plain edges are easier to sharpen.

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