Description: 36MH Drop Forged Survivalist Cold Steel The Survivalist is the largest of Cold Steel's Monolithic knives. It's long, wide, 52100 High Carbon blade (inspired by their ever-popular Recon Scout) is designed for military application as well as hunting, survival & bushcraft. Its razor-sharp edge, steel guard, generous belly, thick spine, and stout tip make it an excellent choice for almost any endeavor. Drop-forged from one solid piece of steel, the Survivalist is unbelievably durable, making it an excellent choice for tactical/military use, emergency preparedness, and survival applications. The Survivalist comes with Cold Steel's versatile military-style Secure-Ex sheath, giving you a whole host of comfortable and secure carry options in the field. Specifications Item Number: 36MH Name: Drop Forged Survivalist Weight: 18.3 oz. Blade Length: 8.0" Handle: 5.0" Long Overall: 13.0" Steel: 52100 High Carbon Steel, Grey Teflon Coat Sheath: Secure-Ex Made in Taiwan

@wrjames38

4 жыл бұрын

Badass knife for the price ! Seriously tough monolithic design

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

@@wrjames38 thanks for watching

@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc

4 жыл бұрын

You are right 52100 is one nice piece of steel. Usually found in customs. Not many production companies use this steel. I know Spyderco has had sprint runs in this steel. Busse uses this in their Swamp Rat and Scrapyard line. I think this Cold Steel version is a good buy. Thanks for the review.

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

@@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc 52100 punches way above its "simple " composition. I have the Para 3 Carbon Fiber 52100 and I'm continually amazed at how well it holds an acute edge. Thanks for watching Luis!

@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc

4 жыл бұрын

Knife Video Channel Oh, nice. I picked up the Military, PM2, and Manix 2 in that steel because it is so easy to sharpen. Plus the steel is harder use than what they normally offer.

It's not just a great knife for the money, it's a great knife period! Great video too btw...

@knifevideochannel4657

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

Just getting into fixed blades and this video has a lot of content that is helpful!

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive comments and for watching Matt.

Big fan of the Cold Steel Drop Forged Hunter. Love the look of it.

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Going to pick up the Hunter next! These knives are a value and well designed for sure. Thank you for watching

Sk5 rocks. It's right between the 1095cv and the Op.7 in 1075. Well balanced and really solid japanese carbon steel. Got a short chopper called the worthog from ka-bar, and it is such a performer, and an underrated design. Check it out.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, Especially for the cost. I've really abused my SRK SK5 with no problems so far. I'll check out the Ka-Bar, Thanks for the tip

showing your price comparisons from different retailers is very helpful and comparing it to other production knives and to the srk

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback and for watching.

Got old model for £56. Drilled the handle and made micarta scales for it which even covers the guard, made leather sheath with silent clasp. And kydex sheath. On old model when you remove the silver paint it is black beneath it. Looks really cool now, and now the guard is wider it provides brilliant comfort on forefinger and thumb!

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Nice work! How hard was it to drill the holes? Did you have to spot anneal for each one? Thanks for the info and for watching!

It’s a heck of a knife I use it for hunting and wood work.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Bennie!

I have one of these..great knife. Much better than the old gold colored one.

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty impressed with its ergonomics and blade geometry! This may be the blade I give my wife to beat on ( she has a Shrade SCHF 10) from now on. Thanks for watching

Great knives

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

One of the best for the price! Thanks for watching

I have the old bronze finish survivalist but I stripped it to bare steel because the bronze finish was flaking off pretty badly. It's one tough chunk of steel! I also have the drop forged boot knife which is also really great.

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Adam! I agree, These Drop Forged offerings from Cold Steel are TOUGH and a great value. I was looking at the Hunter next. Thanks for watching

I'm going to get one of these. For the money you can't go wrong.

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

For the price probably the best med-heavy for it's size Eric! Mine came with extremely sharp and straight bevels. Thanks for watching

Mines arriving in a few days and I cannot wait it's been a grail knife for a couple of years for me, not so much on price but every time I went for one it was out of stock. My first ever cold steel was the drop forged hunter and I can say beyond any shadow of doubt those two knives together will take on any survival situation and thrive in any task you ask of them. Good review man be well and take care in these mad times

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Your absolutely right about not being able to break these and the best value IMO! Congratulations on the blade and thanks for watching

@rosscurran5650

3 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 my goal now is to get the drop forged series boot knife, ring dagger, and the new 2021 bowie to go wish me luck 😂

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes Ross, Good luck!

@rosscurran5650

3 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 will do i only started collecting last year and have a pretty good collection so far including a spartan, a couple of axes and a khukri matchete i love cold steel honestly don't believe they can be beat for hard use value.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Nice collection! I agree about Cold Steel. No matter how many expensive production or custom blades I buy, CS always will be around. Hopefully GSM outdoors doesn't"gut" the brand.

Nice knife.

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Finally I see someone else with that badass spyderco province! I seriously cannot understand why that didn't blow up and sell out fast being the knife is a colab with a metallurgist and and professional blade sports competitions.... The thing is just amazing and the steel can do damn near anything and still shave when finished lol

@knifevideochannel4657

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if it's the made in Taichung Taiwan plant(some of Spydercos best) or people don't associate Spyderco with good fixed blades...or both! This knife is a value when compared against other brands , Especially with the quality construction and materials used. I bought the aftermarket Kydex sheath from Spyderco too. Thanks for watching

@kevinAuman1

2 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 yeah im not a fan of the leather one that it came with at all myself either lol maybe if they had a dangler add on option it would be better but the sheath is basically just used to store it in and throw into a pack it will never be on my belt... Im always afraid of the plastic sheaths like cold steel with the fiberglass reinforced plastic because if your edge apex touches it it flattens it immediately now real kydex I've had better luck with but the factory options scare me...

@knifevideochannel4657

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinAuman1 The stock leather sheath doesn't "ride" right, Weird height! The Aftermarket Boltaron Sheath sold by Spyderco is made by Sheath Pro! She's made me some mule team Sheaths for appendix carry with the flat scales, Turned out very nice. Supposedly the Boltaron handles heat and cold better then Kydex?!?

When drawing your knife keep pressure on the spine, to keep the edge clear. Even leather sheaths hold dirt!

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

I've been practicing doing this and have built some muscle memory. Thanks for info and watching John

I love the older gold color model i have 3 of them and the gold drop forged bowie is my edc

@knifevideochannel4657

2 жыл бұрын

Love Cold Steel! Leatherneck is next... Thanks for watching

I have the cold steel battle ring 2 and I’m loving the new Teflon coating man it’s tough stuff seriously way way better than the tan coating they had on the older models.. and that 52100 steel has became one of my favorite highend budget steels if you will. I prefer it over vg10 and aus10 . To me it’s up there with 154cm honestly.. I even got a mini tanto edc fixed chriswell custom in that steel after owning this knife. It makes a great cutlery steel and takes a high polish. I recommend stropping her. Good video man!

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for for watching and your use info! I'm really impressed with the finish and blade geometry OOTB. Looking forward to thumping on this beast. I've had good usage with my Spyderco folders with 52100 blades. Thanks for watching

i just got the srk, this one looks sweet!

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Most of these CS fixed blades are beast in their own way, I've been eyeing the Magnum Tanto recently. Thanks for watching

I wonder if they will be putting handles on any of the other drop forged knives?

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Not as far as I know! It's a nice touch to be able to use/remove them on this version. Thank you for watching

Luv cold steel

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

I as well! Can't get enough of CS fixed blades and heavy use folders. Thanks for watching

Secure ex does dull the blade, but not very quickly. People make too much of it. I really like them. They may not by kydex, but they have other advantages. Cold steel just makes great stuff (historically) cant say how the stuff is lately...hope they dont slip away under new ownership. It would be a shame.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Out of my all my Cold Steel Fixed blades, The older VG1 SRK And 3V Pendletons(Mini and full sized) dull the blades considerably! The last half dozen or so seem to have better fit with more clearance for the edge. I'm worried that GSM Outdoors will destroy CS as we know it. Looks like they're Switching over to no name stainless (or 4116) or increasing cost on premium knives dramatically. I'm still hoping to see a 3V Recon Scout! Thanks for watching Matthew

Another good one for Tops and Cold Steel is Chicago knifeworks.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

I've noticed that Chicago Knifeworks has good deals on Tops knives , Thanks for the info on Cold Steel.

Is there a difference in the model numbers between the old version and the new version. I asked this question because I am totally blind and I would not like to just ask for this particular name and I get the newer model I would prefer the older model. Thank you very much. Great video.

@knifevideochannel4657

11 ай бұрын

As far as I know the actual number on the box is the same! I doubt you'd get one of the older versions as they've been discontinued for a while now. You can always ask the online vendor to check the box for you. Thanks for watching

Copied the scales abit bigger and filled the gaps in the back with epoxy. Made G10 and micarta scales. Bloody good knife!

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent knife! Would love to see your finished work, If you feel up to it email some pictures to knifevideochannel@gmail.com No worries if it's a hassle.

I just bought this on Amazon and the link showed the older version so I hope I get that one because I actually want it just bare metal so I can customize the handle which is unconventional for me

@knifevideochannel4657

2 жыл бұрын

Some of the older versions are still around, Hope you enjoy it. Thanks for watching

@BLACKOPS6391

2 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 I got the OG version!! when I opened the box and saw that gold coating I was rock hard, I feel like the Cold Steel's from before GSM took over are more valuable and maybe better?

@knifevideochannel4657

2 жыл бұрын

There's some in the community who think the pre GSM Cold Steel could be collectable! Nice grab BladeFanactic!

I hlave one .Its good stuff.76 euro in Slovakia.I hlave four swords and one dagger from Cold Steel.They are amazing.

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

You can't beat the value and utility of ColdSteel products! Thank you for watching Martin

@Wildwestwrangler

3 жыл бұрын

Is Slovakia a good place to live? Do you have the freedom to carry stuff like this?

@mlynarmo3059

3 жыл бұрын

@@Wildwestwrangler we have regulated gun laws but as far as I know knives or any blades are not

On sale now at Amazon for 59.00. Just pulled the trigger. (Damn it!)

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

I've been watching the 4Max (Italian version) go from up /down $249-$310 the last few weeks. Amazon definitely has good prices sometimes, But timing is important. Congratulations on your new blade and thanks for watching.

I've never had the dulling issue but I've always been riding the spine, as long as I've been using this kind of sheath, cause I used to have a bk2 with the sheath that dulled like a bitch, but I filled a small notch and rode the spine and never had a problem again.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

The Secure-Ex sheaths on my older Cold Steel knives are noticeably harder to draw. That being said ,I'm like you and try to pull out deliberately riding the spine of the knife. Thanks for sharing your experience and for watching Jesse.

I can tell you from personal experience that this steel has better edge retention than 5160 cause it blows 1095 out of the water on edge retention also

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

I'm more and more impressed with 52100 steel as my experience grows, Fantastic material for a knife blade. Thanks for watching

Can't find this anywhere in Canada.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully they keep making it Jimmy! Thanks for watching

ive got the drop forged hunter...I WISH it had those handle scales...the handle without the scales is abit slick and doesnt fill the hand...almost everyone wraps it in paracord or something it give it a better grip...id MUCH rather have the scales

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Especially with the rough texture that that scales have, It really helps when sweating or with glove use. Thank you for watching Tex! You fly full scale or RC?

👍

@knifevideochannel4657

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

I would beat on the Spyderco Knife, That is what knives are for

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

I agree! After the first time you drop it it's a beater anyways! Thanks for watching

5160 is one of the lowest edge retention steels, I have used. However, the ballbearing steel I have, that is suposed to be 52100, on a fixed blade, has more edge retention ,than Lionsteels M390. PS It is n't hardened close to 60 or more than that.I also know more people that say that 52100, holds close to Supersteel performance. 5160? That steel is so low on edge retention, that probably even C 75 of cheap Opinels holds more.

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

5160 that I've used (Buck and OKC RTAK II ) has done ok. It's kept lower RC on purpose as it's designed to be tough as hell at thinner blade Thickness! It's meant to "flex" dramatically without breaking while giving up edge retention. Supposedly you can sharpen it on the bottom of ceramic coffee mug. I agree with you on the 52100 punching way about its chemical composition "on paper". I've dropped my Para 3 52100 multiple times tip first onto rocks and concrete with little tip damage. Thank you for watching

@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc

4 жыл бұрын

Especially if the 52100 steel is run at 62-63 HRC. There are some makers that do that.

@greekveteran2715

4 жыл бұрын

@@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc I love knives made of ball bearing steel.I got another since then and it is higher hrc as you mentioned. That thing holds a super sharp edge for ever! And the cool thing is, it sharpens fast and easily, like a normal steel! Everybody should at least try a hunting or bushcraft knife made of ballbearing steel! I like it more than 3V!!!

Anyone know what clip would fit the back of this not sure I like the nylon snap strap grip on it.

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

I've adapter aftermarket clips to existing sheaths by modified the new clip or sheath (or both) many times. I'm sure any number of metal, Plastic, Or leather clips/loops could be used. Thanks for watching

@maxrome67

4 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 Thanks for the help ;-)

@Wildwestwrangler

3 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 I'm thinking teklok for the win scout carry

Use a heat gun on the sheath while knife is in it. Place between a towel and put a 30 dumbell on it. When it cools no more rattle and the fit will be tight as hell.

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip and for watching

Bought one today (4/13/2023) for $59.00 (+$10.00 shipping, $3.83 state sales tax) on eBay, so it is possible

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

Sweet knife and a great deal Josh! Thanks for watching

That spyderco is over rated. And that SK5 SRK is a fraction of the price and a very good knife!

@knifevideochannel4657

4 жыл бұрын

Your spot on about the SK5 SRK! I've been using it the entire time on our 12 day desert camping trip, It's a steal for $35 . Thank you for watching

Similar to the Drop Forged Bowie?

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

Yes! The Survivalist, Bowie, Hunter, Boot, Push Dagger, And Battle ring. All 52100 steel and good value! Thanks for watching

awesome steel just dont like how it looks like a large kitchen knife. wish it'd more military or rugged look.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

It's a legit knife for the cost. Thanks for watching

Why do I have all the same knives as you 😳

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Because we love ColdSteel? Thanks for watching

I have to say, watching the spine of OP7 htting the edge of Junglas(again and again) really disturbs me.

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Good eye, It's an old video and I usually don't rewatch! The OP7 was smacking a Becker BK9 just to clarify and no damage done to the edge. Legendary Ka-Bar heat treat. 🤔😀 Thanks for watching

@user-rb5qy3px1z

3 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 Thanks for correction! Tt's good to know that KaBar is a doing good HT on that knife. And herhaps we have that TOPS unquenched spine to thank for as well...

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

Ka-Bar most definitely knows how to make 1095 Cro Van correctly. The differential Heat treat TOPS does (spine 40-45 RC and Edge 56-58RC) just heats parts of the blade to different temps, The whole blade is still quenched! kzread.info/dash/bejne/ooWbuMOvkdrRprg.html Thanks again for watching and have a good rest of your weekend.

@user-rb5qy3px1z

3 жыл бұрын

@@knifevideochannel4657 I've went over that video again and again and now I have a clear idea of what TOPS is doing with their HT. The spine is heated to a comparatively lower temporature to achieve lower hardness thus higher toughness, and it's all handy work of that HT guy. Guess I'm stick with TOPS knives till words come that the HT guy hit his retirement age. Thanks for the link!

@knifevideochannel4657

3 жыл бұрын

@@user-rb5qy3px1z From what I remember the SAME guy finish shapes scales too!! Hope they pay him well!!

$50.99 at SMKW 11/23

@knifevideochannel4657

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the heads up, Great price.

I really dislike knives from TOPS. They seem to have their heat treatment revolve around edge retention because all of the torture tests of their knives that I've seen shows that they have really weak tips and all of them crack. When people bend them, they don't sorta spring back to straight or almost straight. They just stay bent or fully snap, much quicker than other knives of similar size and even steel type. Knives of this size i would think i'd be less concerned about edge retention and more concerned about sheer durability. The Survivalist seems like a great knife for the money.

@knifevideochannel4657

Жыл бұрын

I wonder if TOPS differential heat treatment causes some of those problems. I've had good luck with mine , But haven't used the larger ones very hard. I plan on getting a Storm Vector or El Chete. Thanks for watching