Where is this Cold Steel manufactured? I've heard they're made in USA, Japan, and Taiwan. Are they all the same type of quality or do they differ?
469075
These are made in Taiwan. To my knowledge, the Japanese facility was closed after some disaster. I'm unaware if it ever reopened.
469076
Mine is the carbon steel version it is made in Taiwan. I can't speak for the san main model or any stainless models. I am happy with mine.
469077
The one that I have purchased was made in Taiwan. In my opinion it doesn't matter where it is made at ,but what is made of and put together. I have been a collector and knife maker for years. Carbon steel has always been the most practical for ease of sharpening and what I use. Yes it does rust , but a knife is a tool not a thing to set on a shelve and stared at. Take care of your tools and they will take care of you.
1899208
Not sure. I know Cold Steel is a US company and they seem to have a bit of domestic production, but I am not sure on the lower end items. The thing rocks however and I am not sure of any similar products from another company.
1136904
I'm not sure about that, this knife was sold as a SK-5 steel knife and that is the main reason I bought it. The knives like this are made from krupp stainless now which may be a good steel but I perfer the SK-5. As for your question, the Cold Steel site probably has the answer.
431488
It is made in Taiwan and steel is good but left lower carbon for toughness...cannot recall spec offhand but 1085 seems right...edit, just checked and spec SAE 1070...which means it meets spec or they would use a funky new number as Chinese do for steels
161306
Cold Steel is a Ventura, California-based maker of knives, swords and other edged weapons and tools. Cold Steel was founded in 1980 by company president Lynn C. Thompson.[1] Cold Steel's products are manufactured in various countries including the United States, Japan, People's Republic of China (PRC), Republic of China (Taiwan) and South Africa.[2] sourced from wikipedia
483225
I've been familiar with Chicago Cutlery name for many decades. It has been my understanding their location to be in Illinois. Your inquiry led me on a search via Google and Bing. What I've ascertained (from way too much information ( generally the case when researching ) their corporate office is still located in Rosemont Il and employees some 3000 +. As with many old companies buyouts and bankruptcy has force them to merge with others. I've discovered they are now a branch of " World Kitchen " which has manufacturing plants world wide. Many quality knives are made in France but I cant find definitive information as to the Chicago Cutlery. What I can tell you definitely is these knives are very well manufactured. I've own them for about 2 months. They get a fairly good workout in our kitchen and have not dulled so far. Whether hand wash ,or machine I find no rust which tells me the steel is good quality. Good Luck .
161307
My blade says Japan, which, as I understand, is where the better quality CS blades are made. They are supposed to be somewhat better than the ones made in Taiwan. My tally of CS blades looks to be Recon Tanto, Counter Tac I, and Super Edge - Japan / Spike Tanto, Pendleton Lite Hunter, and OSS - Taiwan. I am pleased with them all.
1848877
China! I own one, bought it for my wife. An important thing to know about Cold Steel Swords in General is that they are "beater" swords. They are made of high quality steel, and they are tough as hell! Their Katanas are not of traditional weight and balance, they are heavier, and more cumbersome but you could probably chop down a decent sized tree with this sword and then sharpen/polish it back to good as new.
1697883
Mine is a genuine cold steel product. It does say Taiwan under the cold steel logo. Perhaps they outsource.
1244430
Taiwan...I didn't know until I bought it....a little disappointed it's not made in U.S.A.....but a very good knife all the same.
268830
Yes all cold steel products are made in the USA, they have an official website
594279
I'm not sure if they were made here or Taiwan. But!, these fe7 and fe9 knives and Chance/machete were made beautifully. I am very pleased with all aspects. You will be too.
1786224
yes it says cold steel on it they just dont make some of their products i the us it says chaos on one sside and cold steal tiawan
223006
Made in China like most Cold Steel products, but I can assure you this is a quality knife, dangerous, but quality.
1697884
COLD STEEL knifes are assembled here in the USA... but the steel comes for overseas. from what I have read just by doing a google search. This knife is made of such great quality the "made in the USA" should be of no real concern, as far as this knife being a knife. This knife is the Only knife EVER to be issued to US Troops as a "Combat Folder", and is still serving with our troops today.
646689
The San Mai steel version is made in japan. Very high quality. I believe the aus-8 steel version is made in taiwan
1509329
Unfortunately... Most production swords like these are all going to be made in China, Taiwan, or the Philippines. An actual Nihon-tô will run into the thousands so most of us will never be able to afford such swords. Is this a functional katana? Certainly. It'll cut most targets with ease. Does it have the flawless details of a Nihon-tô? No, but it looks just fine and you can put some DYI work into it yourself to make it better. Hope this helps