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product_id: 76099004
title: "COLD STEEL Spartan 4.5 in Japanese AUS10A Blade Tactical Pocket Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock and Griv-Ex Handle w/Steel Liners"
brand: "cold steel"
price: "€ 137.42"
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# Lightning-fast Demko thumb plate opener Tri-Ad lock for rock-solid safety 4.5" AUS10A Japanese steel blade COLD STEEL Spartan 4.5 in Japanese AUS10A Blade Tactical Pocket Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock and Griv-Ex Handle w/Steel Liners

**Brand:** cold steel
**Price:** € 137.42
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🗡️ Own the edge. Deploy with speed. Lock with confidence.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** COLD STEEL Spartan 4.5 in Japanese AUS10A Blade Tactical Pocket Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock and Griv-Ex Handle w/Steel Liners by cold steel
- **How much does it cost?** € 137.42 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/76099004-cold-steel-spartan-4-5-in-japanese-aus10a-blade-tactical)

## Best For

- cold steel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cold steel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rapid One-Hand Deployment:** Patented Demko thumb plate enables lightning-fast, intuitive one-handed opening—be the first to draw with confidence.
- • **Unmatched Locking Security:** Industry-leading Tri-Ad lock combined with reinforced steel liners ensures your Spartan stays locked tight under pressure.
- • **Precision AUS10A Steel Edge:** Experience razor-sharp cutting power with premium Japanese AUS10A steel, engineered for superior edge retention and durability.
- • **Ambidextrous Deep-Carry Clip:** Discreet, reversible pocket/belt clip keeps your Spartan accessible yet low-profile—blend in while staying ready.
- • **Ergonomic Kopis-Inspired Handle:** Griv-Ex handle with heat-treated steel liners offers a secure, comfortable grip designed for tactical efficiency and all-day carry.

## Overview

The COLD STEEL Spartan folding knife features a 4.5-inch Japanese AUS10A steel blade inspired by the iconic Kukri, delivering exceptional sharpness and edge retention. Designed by Andrew Demko, it boasts a patented Demko thumb plate for rapid one-handed deployment and a robust Tri-Ad locking mechanism paired with a durable Griv-Ex handle reinforced by steel liners. With an ambidextrous deep-carry clip and ergonomic design, this tactical knife balances practicality, safety, and style for professionals who demand reliability and performance in every cut.

## Description

COLD STEEL SPARTAN POCKET FOLDING KNIFE: Designed by celebrated custom knife maker Andrew Demko, our Spartan is one of our most popular folding knives. The Spartans super-sharp blade is made from Japanese AUS10A Steel, and was designed to echo the aesthetics and cutting performance of the world-famous Kukri. Its distinctive Kopis-inspired handle is precision injection molded out of Griv-Ex with heat-treated steel liners, and this, in addition to our famous Tri-Ad lock, makes for a knife that is incredibly safe and secure. The Spartan also features the patented Demko thumb plate, which can be used to open the knife like a conventional "one-handed opener" or be snagged on the edge of a pocket during the draw stroke and opened at lightning speed! SPECS: - Weight: 9oz; - Blade Thickness: 4mm; - Blade Length: 4 1/2"; - Blade Steel: Japanese AUS10A; - Handle Length/Material: 6" Griv-Ex w/Steel Liners; - Additional Features: Ambidextrous Pocket / Belt Clip; - Knife Type: Folder; - Blade Length Range: 3-5 in; - Steel Family: AUS; - Blade Shape: Clip Point; - Locking Mechanism: Tri-Ad Lock.

Review: Good Cutter with a Few Issues - The Cold Steel Spartan is a very interesting folder with a couple issues. They can all be fixed, and I'll tell you how at the end of the review. Let's get those problems out of the way. 1: Slight up and down blade play out of the box. 2: Inside of the handle scales are sharp/ugly scales. 3: Tight pocket clip. There is still a lot of good with this knife though. 1: AUS 10a steel has held up awesomely even with some medium duty chopping. I have maintained the edge with nothing but a strop. 2: Blade is ground thin both on the primary and secondary bevels. This makes for a great cutting knife. Also, dead even grind lines, even on the swedge. 3: Great out-of-the-box edge. The edge shaves clean with one light stroke across the arm, and has the same level of sharpness across the entire edge. Holds up well with chopping green wood and dry softwood. I don't think it will do well with anything harder. 4: Handle is moderately grippy and has good (not great) ergonomics. The handle design lets you choke way back for chopping or comfortably choke up to the cutting edge. 5: Lock depresses easily enough for its strength. 6: Great deployment even when pivot is tight. When the pivot is loosened you can snap the blade open with its own weight. Wave is effective with a little practice. 7: Carries exceptionally well. Rides deep in the pocket, and when I'm wearing my black work pants, it is my most discreet knife! No logos on the clip help with blending in. 8: Balance is a little in front of the finger choil. This makes the knife feel choppy in the hand, which is fine given the design and purpose of the Spartan. 9: Great blade finish. Looks amazing, wears well, and cleans up good with rubbing alcohol after chopping sappy wood. 10: Thick spine and lockbar look cool and add some degree of strength. Unfortunately, there were the issues I mentioned. The blade play was really annoying and got to where you could crank down on the pivot and it would still move up and down. What I did: I took it all of the screws out of both sides of the handle. Then, I tightened the pivot down as much as I could. The blade had been a little off center to the right, so I wedged it to the left with a folded piece of paper, and put in the handle screws. I used pliers to hold my torx driver so I could really snug them up. I removed the paper and adjusted the pivot until the blade was centered. The blade can be thumb flicked with some wrist action or it can be waved. It is tight (no free dropping blade here!) But there is not the slightest side to side play or that awful lock rock I was having. The clip was easy to fix, I just pried it off the handle and held it for a few seconds. It still clips tight but I can get it into the pocket with one hand. The sharp scales fixed themselves with a week of carry, and they are loosing the ugly shiny look they had. In short, the Spartan would be good for collecting, light chopping duty, or social work. It looks quite macho in a bit of a goofy way. If yours locks up right or you fix it, it's solid as rock. It cuts like a dream. I like mine, and I will get more large CS folding knives.
Review: Great knife! - This is a great quality knife from Cold Steel. The functionality and lock type/strength are easy to manipulate and hold up very well. The blade shape is unique, compared to many of the other cookie cutter types out on the market currently. Yes, it is a larger knife and is not a small EDC knife you may just put in your pocket. That being said, when closed up, it is still manageable to carry. There is also an ambidextrous pocket belt clip. Has been used for a variety of different odds and ends jobs since purchasing and has held up great. Was razor sharp out of the box and have not had to resharpen since purchasing it. Construction is very solid build and the handle makes for a great fit in the hand the way it is contoured. This is one many Cold Steel I own and the current price point (52% off) is a no brainer. The blade is AUS10A, which has help up very well and kept and edge when compared with a higher quality options out there. For the size, the weight is not at all uncomfortable and blade thickness is proportional. Great knife.

## Features

- AUS10A STEEL BLADE - The Spartan's folding knife plain blade is meticulously crafted from Japanese AUS10A Steel, renowned for its sharpness and edge retention; Designed to echo the performance of the iconic Kukri, it delivers precision and effectiveness
- QUICK & EFFICIENT DEPLOYMENT - The Spartan pocket knife features the patented Demko thumb plate; It can be used as a conventional "one-handed opener" or, when snagged on the edge of a pocket during the draw stroke, allows for lightning-speed opening
- SAFE & SECURE - The distinctive Kopis-inspired handle is precision injection molded out of Griv-Ex with heat-treated steel liners, and this, in addition to our famous Tri-Ad lock, makes for a Spartan folding knife that is incredibly safe and secure
- ADDITIONAL FEATURES - Designed for practicality, the Spartan folding knife includes an ambidextrous pocket/belt clip for convenient carry options; This feature enhances the knife's accessibility, ensuring it is always within reach when needed
- SPECS - Weight: 9 oz; Blade Thickness: 4 mm; Blade Length: 4 1/2"; Blade Steel: Japanese AUS10A; Handle Length/Material: 6" Griv-Ex w/Steel Liners; Overall Length: 10 1/2"; Steel Family: AUS; Blade Shape: Clip Point; Locking Mechanism: Tri-Ad Lock

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07F49C7JD |
| Age Range (Description) | 18+ yrs |
| Age Range Description | 18+ yrs |
| Best Sellers Rank | #75,330 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #333 in Pocket Knives & Folding Knives |
| Blade Edge | clip-point |
| Blade Length | 4.5 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Locking Recurve Clip Point |
| Blade Type | Plain |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| Brand Name | Cold Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,105 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442017783 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Black Griv-Ex |
| Included Components | Ambidextrous Pocket / Belt Clip (Battle Gear) |
| Is Product Cordless | Yes |
| Item Length | 4.5 Inches |
| Item Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Type Name | Holster |
| Item Weight | 0.56 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Cold Steel |
| Model Name | Spartan |
| Model Number | 21ST |
| Part Number | 21ST |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Military |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Size | 4.5" |
| Special Feature | Manual |
| Special Features | Manual |
| Style | Plain Blade |
| UPC | 705442017783 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 2 Year Manufacturer |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** 18+ yrs
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Cold Steel
- **Color:** Black
- **Handle Material:** Black Griv-Ex
- **Included Components:** Ambidextrous Pocket / Belt Clip (Battle Gear)
- **Model Name:** Spartan
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Military
- **Special Feature:** Manual
- **Style:** Plain Blade

## Images

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![COLD STEEL Spartan 4.5 in Japanese AUS10A Blade Tactical Pocket Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock and Griv-Ex Handle w/Steel Liners - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gwuGDCqmL.jpg)
![COLD STEEL Spartan 4.5 in Japanese AUS10A Blade Tactical Pocket Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock and Griv-Ex Handle w/Steel Liners - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+1NBBE4sL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How can I tell if this is a copy or the real thing?**
A: This is the real thing

**Q: Is this blade good for stabbing?**
A: Blade is excellent for cutting. It is very sharp. The blade handle is a non slip design. I like it a lot.

**Q: How would I go about warranting my knife?**
A: The box should have the warranty information on it or paper in it. Check your box. If not you can always call and ask the company the best way to go about it.

**Q: Is the blade stonewashed ?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Cutter with a Few Issues
*by A***S on March 26, 2019*

The Cold Steel Spartan is a very interesting folder with a couple issues. They can all be fixed, and I'll tell you how at the end of the review. Let's get those problems out of the way. 1: Slight up and down blade play out of the box. 2: Inside of the handle scales are sharp/ugly scales. 3: Tight pocket clip. There is still a lot of good with this knife though. 1: AUS 10a steel has held up awesomely even with some medium duty chopping. I have maintained the edge with nothing but a strop. 2: Blade is ground thin both on the primary and secondary bevels. This makes for a great cutting knife. Also, dead even grind lines, even on the swedge. 3: Great out-of-the-box edge. The edge shaves clean with one light stroke across the arm, and has the same level of sharpness across the entire edge. Holds up well with chopping green wood and dry softwood. I don't think it will do well with anything harder. 4: Handle is moderately grippy and has good (not great) ergonomics. The handle design lets you choke way back for chopping or comfortably choke up to the cutting edge. 5: Lock depresses easily enough for its strength. 6: Great deployment even when pivot is tight. When the pivot is loosened you can snap the blade open with its own weight. Wave is effective with a little practice. 7: Carries exceptionally well. Rides deep in the pocket, and when I'm wearing my black work pants, it is my most discreet knife! No logos on the clip help with blending in. 8: Balance is a little in front of the finger choil. This makes the knife feel choppy in the hand, which is fine given the design and purpose of the Spartan. 9: Great blade finish. Looks amazing, wears well, and cleans up good with rubbing alcohol after chopping sappy wood. 10: Thick spine and lockbar look cool and add some degree of strength. Unfortunately, there were the issues I mentioned. The blade play was really annoying and got to where you could crank down on the pivot and it would still move up and down. What I did: I took it all of the screws out of both sides of the handle. Then, I tightened the pivot down as much as I could. The blade had been a little off center to the right, so I wedged it to the left with a folded piece of paper, and put in the handle screws. I used pliers to hold my torx driver so I could really snug them up. I removed the paper and adjusted the pivot until the blade was centered. The blade can be thumb flicked with some wrist action or it can be waved. It is tight (no free dropping blade here!) But there is not the slightest side to side play or that awful lock rock I was having. The clip was easy to fix, I just pried it off the handle and held it for a few seconds. It still clips tight but I can get it into the pocket with one hand. The sharp scales fixed themselves with a week of carry, and they are loosing the ugly shiny look they had. In short, the Spartan would be good for collecting, light chopping duty, or social work. It looks quite macho in a bit of a goofy way. If yours locks up right or you fix it, it's solid as rock. It cuts like a dream. I like mine, and I will get more large CS folding knives.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great knife!
*by D***G on June 9, 2025*

This is a great quality knife from Cold Steel. The functionality and lock type/strength are easy to manipulate and hold up very well. The blade shape is unique, compared to many of the other cookie cutter types out on the market currently. Yes, it is a larger knife and is not a small EDC knife you may just put in your pocket. That being said, when closed up, it is still manageable to carry. There is also an ambidextrous pocket belt clip. Has been used for a variety of different odds and ends jobs since purchasing and has held up great. Was razor sharp out of the box and have not had to resharpen since purchasing it. Construction is very solid build and the handle makes for a great fit in the hand the way it is contoured. This is one many Cold Steel I own and the current price point (52% off) is a no brainer. The blade is AUS10A, which has help up very well and kept and edge when compared with a higher quality options out there. For the size, the weight is not at all uncomfortable and blade thickness is proportional. Great knife.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the money
*by D***T on April 8, 2026*

Very nice and sharp

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