Cold Steel Warhead: "World's Most Portable Spear" by Nutnfancy

Published on March 21, 2009
Duration: 20:02

Nutnfancy provides an in-depth review of the Cold Steel Warhead, highlighting its unique design as a "world's most portable spear." He analyzes its value proposition, steel choice (1055 Carbon Steel for toughness), and practical applications, including its potential for spear conversion. The review emphasizes the Warhead's balance of affordability, lightweight design, and tactical utility for various scenarios, from self-defense to outdoor use.

Quick Summary

The Cold Steel Warhead is a highly versatile and affordable tactical tool, uniquely designed as the "world's most portable spear." It features a 9-inch, 1055 Carbon Steel blade, weighing only 9 oz, and can be lashed to a pole for spear use. Its design prioritizes toughness for demanding applications and offers significant standoff capability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Dagger Comparisons
  2. 03:30Value and Design of the Warhead
  3. 06:00Technical Specifications
  4. 07:10Philosophy of Use: CQB vs. Standoff
  5. 10:15Steel Choice and Toughness
  6. 13:10Handle and Spear Conversion
  7. 18:00Sheath and Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Cold Steel Warhead unique?

The Cold Steel Warhead is uniquely designed as the "world's most portable spear." It features a 9-inch double-edged blade with lashing grooves, allowing it to be easily attached to a pole for use as a spear, in addition to its function as a tactical knife.

What type of steel is the Cold Steel Warhead made from?

The Cold Steel Warhead is constructed from 1055 Carbon Steel with a spring temper. This material choice prioritizes toughness and durability, making it suitable for demanding tasks and spear conversion, even if it means slightly less edge retention compared to higher carbon steels.

How heavy is the Cold Steel Warhead?

The Cold Steel Warhead is remarkably lightweight for its size. The knife itself weighs approximately 9 ounces, and the included Cordura sheath adds only about 2 ounces, bringing the total carry weight to around 11 ounces.

What are the key dimensions of the Cold Steel Warhead?

The Cold Steel Warhead features a 9-inch double-edged blade and has an overall length of 14 inches. Its design is optimized for both its function as a knife and its potential conversion into a spear.

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