Cold Steel has just announced that they will be adding a new series of tactical folding pocket knives to their extensive lineup of EDC knives. The new Recon 1 series of tactical folders from Cold Steel will feature 4 different blade types to choose from, all of which will be made from S35VN steel and come with a subdued black DLC coating for corrosion resistance.

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New Recon 1 Series Tactical Folders Introduced by Cold Steel

Cold Steel Recon 1 Series Specifications

• Weight: 5.2 oz.
• Thick: 3.5mm
• Blade: 4 in.
• Blade Profiles: clip, spear, tanto (plain and partial serration)
• Handle Length: 5-3/8 in.
• Handle Material: G-10
• Steel: American S35VN w/DLC coating
• Overall: 9-3/8 in.
• Included: ambidextrous pocket/belt clip

The Cold Steel Recon 1 has been built to meet the needs of first-responders and military personnel. The Recon 1 features both a partially serrated and unserrated tanto point blade, as well as a spear and clip point blade. As stated above, each blade is made from American 35VN steel with a DLC for corrosion resistance. My experiences with DLC have shown that it holds up incredibly well across a broad spectrum of applications which include knives. Each Recon 1 knife will feature a tough G-10 handle with deep finger grooving and a generous palm swell to help lock the blade into your hand and provide an optimal grip.

The Recon 1 series will also feature Cold Steel’s reliable and trusted Tri-Ad locking system which will hold the blade firm during high-pressure cutting applications. Some additional features include an ambidextrous pocket and belt clip, a lanyard hole as well as blade-mounted thumb studs for assisting in one-handed operation. The Recon 1 Is available for 176.99 regardless of blade selection and is available now from the Cold Steel website.