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

Price: $35.66 $49.17 Free Return on some sizes and colors
Recommended Uses For Product Military,Demolition
Brand Cold Steel
Model Name 49LCKZ
Special Feature Folding
Age Range (Description) Adult
Included Components Knife
Handle Material Alloy Steel
Color Black
Blade Material Alloy Steel
Style SRK 6" SK-5

About this item

  • PROVEN RELIABILITY - Popular among military and tactical law enforcement personnel, the SRK has consistently proven its worth in extreme environments; Robust construction and dependable performance make it a trusted tool for survival and rescue missions
  • SK-5 STEEL BLADE - The SRK features a 6" blade made from SK-5 steel, known for its superior toughness, abrasion resistance, and excellent edge-holding capability; The black tuff finish enhances the knife's appearance and adds an extra layer of protection
  • KRAY-EX HANDLE - The textured and grippy Kray-Ex handle provides a secure grip even in wet conditions, ensuring control and safety during use; The handle's ergonomic design enhances comfort and usability, making it suitable for prolonged use
  • SECURE-EX SHEATH - Each SRK knife comes with a heavy-duty Secure-Ex sheath, allowing for safe and convenient carrying; The sheath is designed to protect the blade while providing easy access, making it ideal for tactical and military use
  • SPECIFICATIONS - Weight: 7.9 oz (223 g); Blade Thickness: 5 mm; Blade Length: 6"; Blade Steel: SK-5; Handle Length/Material: 4.75" Kray-Ex; Overall Length: 10.75"; Knife Type: Fixed; Blade Shape: Clip Point; Additional Features: Secure-Ex Sheath

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Cold Steel is a company dedicated to making the strong, sharp knives in the world. Over the last three decades, Cold Steel has been at the forefront of the many innovations that have helped to define the knife industry. Progressive accomplishment, including the introduction of the checked Kraton handles, and the tanto point blade styles have gone from curiously interesting features to industry-wide hallmarks of quality and sophistication. Cold Steel will always look to the future, constantly striving to make one of the world's strong, sharp knives. That goal as elusive and difficult to achieve as it is, has been the same for the past forty years.

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COLD STEEL SRK (SURVIVAL RESCUE KNIFE) - SK-5: Survival & Rescue operations demand a versatile knife able to withstand the most extreme conditions. Simply put, the Cold Steel SRK (Survival Rescue Knife) was designed specifically with this in mind. A popular knife with Military and Tactical Law Enforcement Personnel, the SRK has proved its worth time and time again in the most demanding environments. This knife features a razor-sharp 6" SK-5 steel blade that provides superior toughness, abrasion-resistance, and excellent edge holding capability. The black tuff finish enhances knife's appearance. The textured and grippy Kray-Ex handle delivers a secure grip even in wet conditions. Each blade includes a heavy-duty Secure-Ex sheath to carry the knife safely and conveniently. Whatever the mission, we're confident that the SRK is the knife for you! FEATURES: - SK-5 steel clip point blade w/Black Tuff Finish; - Kray-Ex Handle; - Secure-Ex Sheath. SPECS: Weight: 7.9 oz (223 g); Blade Thickness: 5 mm; Blade Length: 6"; Handle Length: 4.75"; Overall Length: 10.75".

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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3,194 global ratings

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Customers like the appearance, value, and sharpness of the knife. They mention that it's a great knife for the price, has a sharpening choil, and is razor sharp right out of the box. They appreciate the comfortable handle and the ease of holding.

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341 customers mention "Quality"280 positive61 negative

Customers like the quality of the knife. They say it's a very heavy-duty sharp knife, with a solid glass reinforced nylon sheath. Customers also say it is indestructible, reliable, and can withstand an ass whooping.

"...The Sheath is solid, kinda standard Cold steel secure ex...snaps in nicely, some moly options. Looks, nothing fancy but not ugly..." Read more

"...The tip of the knife is acute and pointy, but not too thin. I still wouldn't go around using it as a prybar though...." Read more

"...really well and not pull your pants down due to weight, and yet is very solid and sturdy feeling enough that it can take anything you can dish out...." Read more

"This knife is great! Feels solid in the hands, sheath works great, and it's pretty sharp out the box...." Read more

160 customers mention "Value"160 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the knife. They say it's a great, inexpensive camp or beater knife that is worth every penny. Some customers also mention that it'll be a top quality for the price.

"...This is perfect for my needs, price is awesome, knife is awesome. I'm very happy" Read more

"...I LOVE THIS KNIFE. Best knife available at this price point as far as I'm concerned...." Read more

"...This SK-5 version is very affordable for what you get, so I've been dying to get my hands on one since they were first announced...." Read more

"...budget knives for utility/bushcraft/survival—great steel, inexpensive, all-around robust performer, nice sheath, exceptional value!..." Read more

127 customers mention "Sharpness"114 positive13 negative

Customers like the sharpness of the knife. They say it's razor sharp right out of the box, and easy to maintain and sharpen when needed. They also appreciate the nice edge and the reasonable uniform grind.

"...Not too much to say, it's just a super super solid knife, sharp, thickness is solid without being over bearing...." Read more

"...I still wouldn't go around using it as a prybar though. Sharpness was great right out of the box, but a few passes on a fine stone followed by a..." Read more

"...Feels solid in the hands, sheath works great, and it's pretty sharp out the box...." Read more

"...SRKs are great knives- amazingly sturdy, well designed, sharp (although this one needs a little touch-up out of the box), and very lightweight for..." Read more

68 customers mention "Comfort"65 positive3 negative

Customers find the handle of the knife comfortable and easy to hold. They also appreciate the ergonomics, shape, and wieldability. The handle is made of Kraton rubber, which feels good and protects the hand from shock.

"...Nope from the moment I pulled it out the sheath it felt great in the hand. Blade shape is like a compact Bowie. Handle is grippy, length is perfect...." Read more

"...Good:* The handle is very comfy and secure in the hand...." Read more

"...Feels great in the hand with the rubbery grip which is also very comfortable in the hand, has a nice thick 6" blade, and feels light enough to..." Read more

"...I like the size better, I like the handle a bit more, and I much prefer this sheath...." Read more

67 customers mention "Appearance"64 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the knife. They mention it's well-built, has a great design, and is a robust performer. Some appreciate the clip point design and the handle is very grippy. Overall, customers are happy with the value and performance of this knife.

"...Blade shape is like a compact Bowie. Handle is grippy, length is perfect. This is the cheapest version sk5, which I've read is comparable to 1095...." Read more

"...It's a great looking knife but it's not so pretty that you are afraid to use it because you'll mess it up, and has a very utilitarian look and feel...." Read more

"...handle is also very comfortable and easy to hold and use, the texture feels great too, probably good at preventing slippage." Read more

"...The SRK design is very versatile and comfy to use and carry, I'm just bummed that they changed the ricasso/choil area so that you can no longer move..." Read more

56 customers mention "Ease of holding"53 positive3 negative

Customers find the knife easy to hold. They mention that the checkered handle offers a secure grip, and the rubbery grip is comfortable. Some say that the handle is secure in the hand and not flimsy.

"...Blade shape is like a compact Bowie. Handle is grippy, length is perfect. This is the cheapest version sk5, which I've read is comparable to 1095...." Read more

"...Good:* The handle is very comfy and secure in the hand...." Read more

"...Feels great in the hand with the rubbery grip which is also very comfortable in the hand, has a nice thick 6" blade, and feels light enough to..." Read more

"...The simple handle is also very comfortable and easy to hold and use, the texture feels great too, probably good at preventing slippage." Read more

43 customers mention "Edge retention"41 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the edge retention of the knife. They mention that it holds an edge well, and the sheath holds phenomenally. Some say that the edge is ok for a $40 knife, but the saber grind sharpens razor sharp. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of this knife.

"...I really like the sheath here too: secure retention, no/little rattle, good construction yet light weight, flexible lashing points, ability to put..." Read more

"...This knife can take a beating and doesn’t disappoint! This knife holds an edge well and is easy to maintain and sharpen when needed...." Read more

"Gets sharp and holds an edge. Awesome sheath. Popular with Search and Rescue folks." Read more

"The knife is decent for the price and the sheath has great retention, but thats the issue...." Read more

65 customers mention "Size"42 positive23 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the knife. Some mention it's the perfect size, weight, and design for when you need to rely on a knife. The length of the compact is perfect for most tasks, and it fits so well in their hand that it feels lighter than. However, others say that the knife fits way too tight in the sheath, making it difficult to insert and use. The guard/quillon is too small, and the shear holds the SRK a little too snug.

"...Blade shape is like a compact Bowie. Handle is grippy, length is perfect. This is the cheapest version sk5, which I've read is comparable to 1095...." Read more

"...It's not large, but feels solid and substantial—good weight will help in many working situations too...." Read more

"...Not big enough to be a chopper (although it'll handle de-limbing small branches just fine), and too big to be a handy bushcrafty knife or good..." Read more

"...It's strong, it's designed well, and it fits so well in my hand that it feels lighter than it actually is...." Read more

Great fixed blade knife
5 out of 5 stars
Great fixed blade knife
I wanted a solid military-style knife for a great price. I’ll be using this in a farm/ranch setting.Good gripping handle and a thick blade, think of military issue knives from the 40’s till the 80’s.
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zerom13
5.0 out of 5 stars Best bang for your buck
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2024
Color: BlackSize: Blister PackVerified Purchase
I was fully ready to dislike this knife. Nope from the moment I pulled it out the sheath it felt great in the hand. Blade shape is like a compact Bowie. Handle is grippy, length is perfect. This is the cheapest version sk5, which I've read is comparable to 1095. Not too much to say, it's just a super super solid knife, sharp, thickness is solid without being over bearing. The Sheath is solid, kinda standard Cold steel secure ex...snaps in nicely, some moly options. Looks, nothing fancy but not ugly

Get this, if you want a stainless version it comes in san mai (cold steel's sandwiched stainless), and 3v both which will cost you 2 to 3 times the price. This is perfect for my needs, price is awesome, knife is awesome. I'm very happy
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Paul
5.0 out of 5 stars THE best outdoors knife for the price
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2020
Color: BlackSize: BoxedVerified Purchase
I have more expensive outdoor knives that I use more often (mainly a Fallkniven F1 and Casstrom No10 Forest knife), but was always curious about the Cold Steel SRK. I got a big gift card from work and for $40, I just couldn't pass this knife up since I've heard so many good things about it. I'll list the good and the bad below:

Good:
* The handle is very comfy and secure in the hand. When working for long periods of time, the SRK didn't create any hotspots, unlike my Fallkniven F1
* The steel: This is my first knife in SK5 and I'm impressed. I did a lot of cross-grain batoning and notch-making on a recent 3-day camping trip and I did not see any bends, chips, or other edge-deformation. Granted, where I live, we don't typically have many hardwood trees. This was done primarily on Douglas Fir and Big Leaf Maple wood. I had a good working edge even on the last day of the trip and the knife still shaved. Edge is easy to touch-up as well without needing fancy diamond stones.
* The blade: This SRK has a very very slight hollow grind. It is just barely noticeable. Before I got the knife in my hand, I was a bit worried that it would be too thin behind the edge and be weak. That is not the case. The hollow grind hasn't affected the performance of the knife at all. The tip of the knife is acute and pointy, but not too thin. I still wouldn't go around using it as a prybar though. Sharpness was great right out of the box, but a few passes on a fine stone followed by a strop really made it pop.

Neutral:
* The sheath is okay. If you pull the knife in and out of the sheath 100 times it will slightly dull the blade, but you'll still have a working edge. Check out Cedric & Ada's Youtube video about this. The retention and ability to lash the sheath into different positions is a plus. Honestly though, it's a better sheath than what you'll find on all other knives in this price range, and even better than some on more expensive knives.

Cons:
* Not really a con, but the blade comes packed in oil. I understand they do this to prevent rust during storage and shipping, but it's just a slight inconvenience to clean it out of the sheath.
* It's a fantastic all-around knife, but it's not the best knife for any one job. Not big enough to be a chopper (although it'll handle de-limbing small branches just fine), and too big to be a handy bushcrafty knife or good whittler. I knew that would be the case when I bought it though.
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S. Mariner
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it....
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2023
Color: BlackSize: BoxedVerified Purchase
I have a lot f knives. A lot. For some reason, I just now got around to picking up a Cold Steel SRK. I LOVE THIS KNIFE. Best knife available at this price point as far as I'm concerned. Feels great in the hand with the rubbery grip which is also very comfortable in the hand, has a nice thick 6" blade, and feels light enough to handle really well and not pull your pants down due to weight, and yet is very solid and sturdy feeling enough that it can take anything you can dish out. I can see that we will have a great future together and is now my favorite for camping and everyday use. And that's saying something since there are many Ka-Bar, OKC, Buck, and others of which most were more money waiting on deck. It's a great looking knife but it's not so pretty that you are afraid to use it because you'll mess it up, and has a very utilitarian look and feel. Which means you'll actually use the heck out of it. Hopefully it will live up to expectations and I wish I would have pulled the trigger on this one long ago. It's perfect.
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Aron
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome knife. This has become my go to edc.
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2024
Color: BlackSize: BoxedVerified Purchase
This knife is great! Feels solid in the hands, sheath works great, and it's pretty sharp out the box. Doesn't have the best grind I've ever seen but it'll cut that's for sure! My only minor gripe is how tight the knife fits in the sheath. I'll probably do some minor sanding to loosen it up a bit. It's hard to compare this knife to my others. Most of my knifes are pocket folders or moras. Compared to the morakniv garberg, I'd say this knife fits my needs better. I like the size better, I like the handle a bit more, and I much prefer this sheath. The moras sheath covers the handle halfway and is a bit too in the way. Overall, I love it!
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Wonil Suh
5.0 out of 5 stars Solid knife with great ergonomics
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
Color: BlackSize: Blister PackVerified Purchase
"Wow" was what I actually said when I opened the package and held it in my hand. It's not large, but feels solid and substantial—good weight will help in many working situations too. I haven't used it for any serious work yet, but I feel that I can safely rely on this knife. The simple handle is also very comfortable and easy to hold and use, the texture feels great too, probably good at preventing slippage.
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JKMACK
5.0 out of 5 stars Great budget fixed blade
Reviewed in Canada on June 4, 2024
Color: BlackSize: BoxedVerified Purchase
Great bush craft knife, excellent sheath, budget friendly. Not much to say aside from it takes a beating and does what it's supposed too.
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Gustavo ALves
5.0 out of 5 stars Robusta e leve!
Reviewed in Brazil on April 12, 2024
Color: BlackSize: BoxedVerified Purchase
Excelente faca.
Boa retenção de fio, robusta e leve.
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Pepillo Glez.
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bueno
Reviewed in Mexico on October 12, 2023
Color: BlackSize: Blister PackVerified Purchase
Práctico y liviano.💯 Recomendable.
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Raul
5.0 out of 5 stars Cuchillo de todo terreno robusto.
Reviewed in Mexico on August 22, 2021
Color: BlackSize: BoxedVerified Purchase
Este cuchillo es una excelente compra debido a su bajo costo, grandes prestaciones y su calidad de acero.

Es capas de cortar laminas de metal sin deformarse el bisel del filo, ni perderlo. Es muy ergonómico, se amolda perfectamente a la mano, al momento de usarlo no se siente incomodidad, también tiene un excelente filo de fabrica, además de que su funda se amodalda perfectamente a la hoja del cuchillo, se puede extraerse sin mucho esfuerzo.
OJO: ES UN CUCHILLO TACTICO, NO ES DE CACERIA (NO DEBES APUÑALAR MADERA O MATERIALES DUROS POR QUE VAS A DAÑAR LA PUNTA DE LA HOJA), Y POR EL TIPO DE ACERO PIERDE EL FILO CON EL USO, EN ESPECIAL CUANDO LOS MATERIALES A CORTAR SON DUROS.

He notado en muchos comentarios que este cuchillo se desafila y que les es difícil afiliarlo; para empezar, si buscas un cuchillo que no se desafile fácilmente entonces tú opción no son los cuchillos de acero al carbón, 440, sk5 o sus similares, ya que todos esos aceros tienden a perder filo con el uso en materiales duros, incluso se llegan a mellar, si lo que buscas es una hoja con una retención de filo duradera entonces busca cuchillos como mínimo en acero D2 en adelante pero ten en cuenta que estos aceros no son fáciles de afilar y por lo general se recomienda que se afile a maquina, en cambio los anteriores aceros mencionados son fáciles de afilar en cualquier piedra de afilado (siempre y cuando sepas afilar). Eso sí, no esperes que los cuchillos de acero de gran calidad te cuesten 48 dólares, eso ni en sueños pasará.

Algunas personas se quejan que la punta se rompe al clavarlo contra una superficie de madera o que su bisel no está similar en ambos lados. Ha ver, por el precio del cuchillo no se puede pedir un hoja geometrícamente perfecta, si buscas algo que tenga un bisel perfecto entonces comienza a invertir en más de 70 dólares. En cuanto a lo que se rompe la punta cuando lo clavas contra una superficie de madera, pues para empezar la hoja no es covex por lo tanto la probabilidad de que la punta se rompa siempre va existir y eso pasa en cualquier cuchillo de calidad siempre que la hoja no sea convex, si buscas un cuchillo que no se rompa la punta pues ve invirtiendo como mínimo 160 dólares, más o menos es el precio del kizlyar Ural o si sientes que el cuchillo es muy caro también están opciones baratas pero de excelente calidad: mora en cualquiera de sus versiones que van desde los 25 dólares a los 100; claro está que cuando empiezas a comprar un cuchillo como el Ural estás entrando a otra gama mucha más alta, cuando miren el Ural lo entenderán.
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Gilles P
5.0 out of 5 stars Must have
Reviewed in Belgium on July 19, 2024
Color: BlackSize: BoxedVerified Purchase
Rien à dire, c'est du cold steel
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