Cold Steel Survival Edge with Survival Kit Review

Published on August 5, 2019
Duration: 9:45

This review examines the Cold Steel Survival Edge, a fixed-blade knife featuring a survival kit housed within its waterproof polypropylene handle. The kit includes essential items like a sewing kit, fishing gear, wire, and a ceramic sharpener. The knife itself is constructed from 41/16 stainless steel with a 5-inch blade and a drop-point design, suitable for various survival tasks. The review highlights the knife's durability, the integrated Ferro rod on the sheath, and its potential use in creating a spear.

Quick Summary

The Cold Steel Survival Edge is a versatile survival knife featuring a 5-inch, 41/16 stainless steel blade and a waterproof polypropylene handle containing a comprehensive survival kit. The kit includes fishing gear, a sewing kit, a sharpener, and a whistle, while the sheath integrates a Ferro rod for fire-starting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Cold Steel Survival Edge
  2. 00:51Sheath and Ferro Rod
  3. 01:07Knife Removal and Retention
  4. 02:21Blade Features and Steel
  5. 03:03Handle and Waterproofing
  6. 03:34Survival Kit Contents
  7. 04:21Detailed Survival Kit Breakdown
  8. 05:02Fire Starting Test
  9. 05:24Compass Integration
  10. 05:40Blade Sharpness Test
  11. 05:58Feathering Wood
  12. 06:09Batoning Test
  13. 06:25Durability Test (2x4)
  14. 06:45Blade Flex Observation
  15. 07:27Hollow Cavity Utility
  16. 07:32Spear Creation
  17. 07:45Post-Abuse Sharpness
  18. 07:57Conclusion and Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Cold Steel Survival Edge knife?

The Cold Steel Survival Edge boasts a 5-inch, 41/16 stainless steel blade with a drop-point design. Its waterproof polypropylene handle houses a survival kit, and the sheath includes an integrated Ferro rod and a secure retention system. An upgraded version also features a liquid-filled compass.

What survival items are included in the Cold Steel Survival Edge's handle kit?

The handle kit contains safety pins, a sewing kit with thread and needle, a ceramic sharpening rod, a whistle, 60 feet of monofilament fishing line, six sinkers, six hooks, and brass wire for snares, providing essential tools for emergency situations.

How durable is the Cold Steel Survival Edge knife?

The knife is constructed with a sturdy 41/16 stainless steel blade and a robust polypropylene handle. While it can flex slightly under extreme stress, like being stood upon, it maintains its functionality and sharpness, demonstrating good overall resilience for survival tasks.

What is the blade material and size of the Cold Steel Survival Edge?

The Cold Steel Survival Edge features a 5-inch long blade made from 41/16 stainless steel. It has a thickness of 2.5 millimeters and a high-polish finish with a drop-point design, making it suitable for a variety of cutting and survival tasks.

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