Knifemaking brand Cold Steel is not known for subtlety. Even its most famous designs are, in a word, robust. Yet, while everyday practicality might not be the brand’s forte, there’s no denying its ...

Cold Steel’s Recon is one of its most time-tested tactical folding knife offerings. The fixed-blade version dates back to the 1980s, and it was among the first knives the brand ever offered. However, ...

Cold Steel is on an epic come-up, riding a cresting wave of momentum en route to what’s sure to be a breakout year, as the Tampa group is quickly becoming one of the hottest young metal acts of 2026.