SRK 6" SK-5 Clip Point Razor-Sharp Blade 4.75" Durable Kray-Ex Handle Tactical Fixed Blade Knife w/Secure-Ex Sheath

Cold Steel ALWAYS produces an excellent knife. I own several of their fine knives. All come well made and all have quality steel for the blades. This knife is no exception. Handle is very comfortable, secure in the hand. The blade is thick, sharp right out of the box. Edge grind is perfect. A 6 in. Blade is perfect for me. The sheath is kydex and well made. This knife has no bells or whistles, it's just a well made sturdy blade. Perfect for bushcraft, combat, or any need you may have. Like a lot of knives that may let you down...this one will be there through tick and thin. It is damn near a perfect knife.

Awesome blade and sheath for price. Great value for what you get. It was sharp, but more importantly it is easy to keep sharp while holding an edge for a reasonable period. The handle is comfortable and great for wet environments (considering you will need to keep blade clean and oiled as this is not stainless steel to my knowledge).

This outdoor survival knife is an essential companion for any adventurer. Its exceptional grip and perfect weight balance make it feel incredibly comfortable in hand, enhancing your control while using it. Out of the box, the blade is razor-sharp, ready to tackle any task you throw its way. The only minor drawback is that the sheath feels a bit tight, but with time, it’s expected to loosen up. Overall, this knife is a must-have for those who value quality and functionality in the great outdoors.

This is my third purchase of this knife. It's a great general purpose tool. I have said many times in my previous reviews that Cold Steel, IMO, offers the best budget-grade, dollar for dollar value in the industry. I still believe this. I know some folks cringe when they see that many CS knives are made in Taiwan. Don't let this bother you because from what I have witnessed and experienced, those made in Taiwan are every bit as good as those CS used to make in Japan, and Taiwan, like Japan, is not a communist country. These are also as good, if not better, than some US made blades I've seen costing a lot more. The SRK is available in three different blade materials. SK-5, (high carbon Japanese tool steel), Sani Mai (meaning "three layers" in the ancient Japanese manufacturing style), and CPM 3V (a high end "super steel"). I opted for SK-5 because I know that it's a very good steel that is strong, durable and holds an edge well. It's also pretty easy to sharpen. SK-5 translates into "Steel Kougu", meaning steel tool, and the number 5 references the impurity levels. SK-5 is frequently used in many different edged implements because of its many positive attributes. It's also a good economic choice because the other two materials can cost up to four times that of the SK5. The SRK (SK5) will cost in the vicinity of $45, give or take. Now, these days one does not get much for $45, but that is not the case with this knife. There's a lot of quality here. The lines, angles and geometry of this knife are very nice. The tip is quite pointed and will penetrate easily, and it arrived razor sharp right out of the box. The blade is 5mm thick at the widest point. To me, this is a good dimension: not too thin not too thick. The finish is fairly durable but will wear with use. Unlike blades made from different kinds of stainless steel, carbon blades are a bit more prone to rust. The easy fix is to simply wipe down the blade with an oily rag every now and then or give it a shot of WD40. Problem solved. If you are too lazy to take a few seconds to do this, then you don't need a knife this nice. The rubberized handle is stippled on the sides and serrated on the top and bottom to help provide a secure grip under a variety of conditions: wet, cold, you name it, this handle always feels good in my rather large hands. It even has a palm swell to aid in maximizing comfort. It's nicely done. The guard is just the right size for me. I don't like guards that are too big as they can interfere with the cutting process. I always laugh when I read a review by someone nitpicking a knife to death. It's too light, it's too heavy, the angle is off by a fraction of a millimeter. Some people just love to complain. Cold Steel knives are production grade, they are not custom made safe queens designed to impress one's friends. These are working tools, and they do their job well. This SRK weights about 8 ounces and feels solid and secure in the hand. It's light enough to be maneuvered quickly and heavy enough to be practical. Contrary to popular belief among novices, there is no such thing as any one knife that will handle all tasks with equal effectiveness. Knives are intended to cut material softer than the steel from which they are made. You should not use a knife as a pry bar, axe, or screwdriver. Contingencies, however, may arise that could require one to engage in abusive behavior, and I feel that the SRK will do well. I have seen people actually break blades and/or tips, including some expensive knives, through intentional abuse and then claim that it's the knife's fault. Any knife can be broken when subjected to enough abuse, so always use the right tool for the job. If you take care of of your knife, it will take care of you. Anyone going into the field with only one knife is asking for trouble. When I hit the field, I always carried two knives, a Leatherman tool and a small hand axe. Remember, the key to survival is always being prepared. While CS knives are pretty darn good overall, I do not like their scabbards. They are not bad, it's just a personal thing. I prefer military grade scabbards for their durability. The material from which CS scabbards are constructed is some type of light duty polymer with a nylon strap connecting the body to the wearer's belt. This nylon portion allows the entire scabbard to ride upward a couple inches, making the draw slow and labored. The design does allow one to secure it to MOLLE gear, backpacks, etc. In the final analysis, however, these scabbards do their job of keeping the knife secure, and it does help keep the overall cost down. When it's all said and done, what we have here is a very affordable, good quality knife that is a great jack-of-all-trades. I determine the value of an item by comparing it's quality and practicality to it's price. In this case, I believe that the SRK (SK5) is a tremendous value in every respect. God bless America and our troops!

Just an initial observation as I haven't owned this knife for long. Build quality feels very sturdy, blade was thicker than I thought it would be and the handle is firm and grippy. I can't find anything to complain about fit and finish. No flaws that I can see. The factory sharpening I would rate as Excellent. Edge apexed right down the middle and no burr can be felt, razor sharp and smooth. I don't like the sheath and took 1 star away for it. It's way too tight and takes significant effort to sheath and unsheath. Overall it feels cheap and like an afterthought compared to the quality of the knife. Overall for the price I'm happy with what I received.

Best hunting/camping/GP knife under $50 that money can buy. While not a knife or metallurgical expert I do know a thing or two about what makes for a good knife especially a great hunting/camping/outdoors knife and good knife steel. This knife features a very good knife steel of Cold Steels proprietary SK-5 knife steel which offers a good balance of high strength, high durability, great edge retention, very easy to keep scary hair popping sharp and re-sharpen and although not a stainless steel, offers decent corrosion resistance due to its 0.25% copper content. Undoubtedly SK-5 is very good knife alloy that has benefitted from a equally good heat treating process as is the reality in the world of knife steels you're better off with a so-so knife alloy that has been given a superior heat treat than a superior alloy that was given an inferior heat treat. I own fixed blade knives made by BlackJack of Effingham IL, Bucks Knives, AG Russell, Ka-Bar, OKC, Schrade, Old Timer, Kershaw and of course Cold Steel so I have knives that vary in price point form <$50 to well over $400 and this Cold Steel SK-5 has it all to make for a very good all purpose outdoors/camping/hunting knife. Heavy duty thick blade, razor sharp edge, great ergonomics, excellent zero slip grip and an absolutely outstanding essentially indestructible sheath that allows you to carry it however you need to or wish to. If you are looking for an absolutey awesome general purpose outdoors knife that's not too large or to costly I can not recommend the 6" balded Cold Steel SR-K

Perfect for bush camping tasks.

Feliz de haberlo comprado, esta increible el producto.

Je l'utilise lors de mes trekk-survie. Il est vraiment bien, utilisé pour le batonnage il n'a jamais pété. Il est juste magnifique. L'étui est top également avec un petit cran de sécurité qui permet de sécurisé la lame. Seul inconvénient cependant, c'est le manche, il est bien mais lorsqu'on l'utilise longtemps, lors du batonnage par exemple, les petits picots sont désagréable et donnent une sensation de fourmillements.

Excelente faca, muita bem feita, boa afiação e acabamento.

Top Preis/Leistung, wie man diese von Cold Steel nur kennt. Messer liegt gut in der Hand, Gummi nicht zu weich nicht zu fest. Dicke Klingenstärke und Cold Steel bekannte Werksschärfe. Messerscheide für links und rechts, bietet viele Möglichkeiten wie man es trägt. Stahl hält Bushcraft und Betoning aus und bleibt den ganzen Tag gut scharf. Dieses Messer kriegt bei mir zwischen Mora und Glock Feldmesser einen Platz bei den Besten Messern für Bushcraft.