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product_id: 76099004
title: "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: "€ 78.14"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Cold Steel"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/76099004-spartan-4-5-in-japanese-aus10a-blade-tactical-pocket-folding
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# Lightning-fast Demko Thumb Plate Tri-Ad Lock for ultimate safety 4.5" AUS10A Japanese Steel Blade 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:** € 78.14
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🗡️ Own the edge — Spartan strength in your pocket, ready to strike!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 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?** € 78.14 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/76099004-spartan-4-5-in-japanese-aus10a-blade-tactical-pocket-folding)

## 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

- • **Balanced Tactical Power:** Robust 9 oz weight and 4 mm blade thickness combine for a commanding yet manageable EDC companion.
- • **Rapid One-Hand Deployment:** Patented Demko thumb plate enables lightning-speed, effortless opening on the go.
- • **Unmatched Safety & Durability:** Tri-Ad lock and Griv-Ex handle with steel liners deliver rock-solid security and ergonomic grip.
- • **Ambidextrous Carry Convenience:** Versatile pocket/belt clip ensures your Spartan is always within reach, no matter your style.
- • **Precision-Crafted AUS10A Steel:** Experience razor-sharp edge retention inspired by legendary Kukri performance.

## Overview

The COLD STEEL Spartan folding knife features a 4.5-inch Japanese AUS10A steel blade known for exceptional sharpness and edge retention. Designed by Andrew Demko, it incorporates a patented Demko thumb plate for ultra-fast one-handed deployment and a secure Tri-Ad locking mechanism paired with a durable Griv-Ex handle with steel liners. Weighing 9 oz with a 4 mm thick clip-point blade, it offers ambidextrous carry options via a pocket/belt clip, making it a reliable, tactical everyday carry knife favored by professionals and enthusiasts alike.

## 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: 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.
Review: Best EDC blade - I’ve known about the spartan blade for about 13 years. At the time I didn’t feel comfortable paying a high price for a folding blade. I mainly wear fixed blades like the buck 119 or a gerber strong arm or a mora Garberg. But you can’t always wear a fixed blade on your belt in public. This spartan knife is absolutely phenomenal. It’s very sharp and the grip is perfect and the Tri-ad lock mechanism is very, very strong. This knife is probably stronger than most fixed blades. I got two with desertcart prime and I’ll probably buy more for family. I like to ride a motorcycle and I’m always thinking of good riding blades. I love this knife. Very strong and high quality. Cold steel has never let me down with their products. This can be used as a camping knife, hunting knife, self defense knife etc. I just went on a date and I was wearing this the whole time and no one noticed. I didn’t want to make the girl uncomfortable haha. Thank God. It’s absolutely wonderful. If I can select ten stars I would. But 5 is the only option.

## 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 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #108,391 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #475 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 |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,125) |
| Date First Available | June 29, 2018 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442017783 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Black Griv-Ex |
| Included Components | Ambidextrous Pocket / Belt Clip (Battle Gear) |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
| Item Length | 4.5 Inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 6.42 x 2.44 x 1.26 inches |
| Item Weight | 8.96 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Cold Steel |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | Spartan |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package Weight | 0.26 Kilograms |
| Part Number | 21ST |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Military |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Size | 4.5" |
| Special Feature | Manual |
| Sport Type | Hunting, Tactical & Military |
| Style | Plain Blade |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| UPC | 705442017783 |
| 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

![Spartan 4.5 in Japanese AUS10A Blade Tactical Pocket Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock and Griv-Ex Handle w/Steel Liners - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51-uztpNVIL.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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best EDC blade
*by B***D on January 1, 2025*

I’ve known about the spartan blade for about 13 years. At the time I didn’t feel comfortable paying a high price for a folding blade. I mainly wear fixed blades like the buck 119 or a gerber strong arm or a mora Garberg. But you can’t always wear a fixed blade on your belt in public. This spartan knife is absolutely phenomenal. It’s very sharp and the grip is perfect and the Tri-ad lock mechanism is very, very strong. This knife is probably stronger than most fixed blades. I got two with Amazon prime and I’ll probably buy more for family. I like to ride a motorcycle and I’m always thinking of good riding blades. I love this knife. Very strong and high quality. Cold steel has never let me down with their products. This can be used as a camping knife, hunting knife, self defense knife etc. I just went on a date and I was wearing this the whole time and no one noticed. I didn’t want to make the girl uncomfortable haha. Thank God. It’s absolutely wonderful. If I can select ten stars I would. But 5 is the only option.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Big. Sharp, intimidating, and awesome.
*by A***. on May 19, 2025*

Hearty. Sharp. This came very Sharp. I hit it with a strop and it is now cut your fingers off Sharp. Built solidly. Some people have stated that it is to large for EDC, I disagree. I keep it in my back pocket with my wallet and it is out of the way when not needed. The size does cause one issue though. It is not as easy to open as my smaller knives are. Or as fast. But I may get used to this with continued practice.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-11*