I LIKE BIG BLADES AND I CANNOT LIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@ethanstang9941

5 жыл бұрын

Those other brothers can't deny.

@nathangilbert7774

5 жыл бұрын

That when your buddies walk in with those itty bitty blade you put that big knife in their hand they get sprung

@thechristiansamurai8459

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Brad oh my gawd look at that BLADE!!!...LOL

@bryancovert9821

5 жыл бұрын

I LIKE BIG BLADES , BECAUSE THEY'RE " ALL " ABOUT TO DIE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@joshhall4255

5 жыл бұрын

I agree all my knives are big and have big blade

facebook: why are these knives so big? cold steel: our elephant meat was spoiling.

@Ab_someone

4 жыл бұрын

😂

@anthonyb2990

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha ugh love cold steel, true hard use working mans folder

@TheOneAndOnlySame

4 жыл бұрын

Why are these knives so big? Yes.

@bab2thebone1

3 жыл бұрын

Lol as soon as he says that, you can hear the cameraman laughing 😂 1:34

@dicksonanthony1

2 жыл бұрын

🤣

He saved two horses and 4 people and carried them out on his back! I love this man! Run for office Lynn no more horsing around

@jacobgarz8970

5 жыл бұрын

Pun intended

@redfaux74

5 жыл бұрын

When you can carry 2 grown men and 4 horses on your back.... You ARE Lynn Thompson. And that ain't punny....

@lylesmith5079

10 ай бұрын

American Icon and legend. Should have a publist.

I have a 6" Ti-lite for my street clothes and a 5.5" Voyager Tanto for work. I consider cold steel XL knives to be ESSENTIAL to my life. My state is NOT gun friendly so I am already at a disadvantage in that regard. The Espada XL is a dream knife for sure. Thank you for making knives others are afraid to at a price i can afford.

@bb3866

4 жыл бұрын

ELIJAH WALLING Just received my XL Espada three days ago. Amazing knife. Very easy to EDC. Get one, you won’t regret it.

I love how he's defense motivated... anyone who doesn't get it, cold steel aint for you... its for big boys

@gravel2474

3 жыл бұрын

This

@erincook6007

3 жыл бұрын

I guess I’ll just be a little boy with my 2.7 ounce ZT 450 and a Glock 19...

@supergreatairgunreviews

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@oofz91

3 жыл бұрын

@@erincook6007 Ill stick my g19, Halfface blades cardiac spike, and my waved pm2.

@kyleeldred3465

2 жыл бұрын

It really speaks to the quality of Cold Steel blades that people have to compare them to a gun in order to try to beat it

Lynn is such a freaking legend. Saving people with a $45 knife he designed, so cool.

I had an altercation about a year ago and I knew it was headed to violence. My XL Talwar came out my pocket open with a nasty clack. Homeboy ran away immediately.

@csknives

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you're safe.

@lerch400block

5 жыл бұрын

@@csknives thanks fam

@julesthurongi1223

5 жыл бұрын

lerch400block those DO “clack” open!! 😆 I love mine!! Probably my best defensive folder.... I also love my black talon 2... That makes even good friends piss themselves a tiny bit when deployed! 😂

@StormySquad1

5 жыл бұрын

That’s a big reason I carry my XL blades. There’s a definite “holy sh*t” factor that a smaller knife just doesn’t have.

@adrianakuzmikova1697

5 жыл бұрын

@@csknives will you make some knife with fixed blade and fully serrated blade? I don't know why so few manufacturers make those knives.

I hate to admit, but as ludicrous as he makes it all seem, you have to give it to him. He has a valid point. They are made for getting sh*t done. No frills, no BS. Just serious work knives. Good man, great company. Keep up the fantastic work!

I showed my friend my Luzon large one day and he was so impressed. (He’s not really a “knife guy”)....he’s looking at it, holding it asking me different things about it..... so then I tell him “what if I told you I’m carrying another knife that can make that one look small in comparison” his answer was “that’s impossible” CLACK! OUT CAME THE ESPADA XL 😃 I think to this day his jaw is still dropped on the sidewalk down the street 🤣 his reaction when seeing the espada xl was perfect! I mean shit when I first took it out the box I almost cried because it was so beautiful lol

@austinfreiburger9095

Жыл бұрын

Lol dude that's so wholesome. My brother and dad love my Espada XL. Whenever knives come up, my dad will go grab it to show everyone. My brother also loves that it can be deployed by flicking down then back up

@MonoNovaTube

Жыл бұрын

You made me laugh hard bro 🤣🤣

@cyphersurf890

Жыл бұрын

was it the Espada XL G10 or the one with the shiney polished G10 & aluminium bolsters?

@coldsteelcollector808

Жыл бұрын

@@cyphersurf890 it was just the G10 version. Man his reaction would have been 10 times crazier if it was the “full dress” version lol

@JesusChrist_IsTruth-LoveForALL

Жыл бұрын

🎉😂🎉 Clack! Out came the Espada! 😮

I carried my cold steel voyager tanto xl and my spartan throughout my time as a paramedic. Those knives never failed me or gave me any kind of buyers remorse!!!!!!

@ramtrucks721

4 жыл бұрын

Why????

@davidcarson7855

4 жыл бұрын

my normal carry is the XL Voyager Vaquero

@davidcarson7855

4 жыл бұрын

my routine carry is an XLVaquero, an Opinel 10 and a tinker

@James-gz6iq

4 жыл бұрын

I carry an XL Voyager serrated-tanto. I use it to chip ice, as a chisel for wood work, cut rope, dig a water drainage trench, breakdown thick appliance boxes. The blade is heavy enough to swing open with a quick flick, the serration, and pistol grip provides firm grip, and guards against thrust-slips.

@tallswede80

2 жыл бұрын

@@ramtrucks721 If you have a big knife, then you can put someone out of their misery. Sometimes people would prefer to die than to live as a paraplegic. Therefore, as a paramedic, it is your duty as a first responder to be able to kill someone if they want to die.

Thank you for presenting the benefits of a large blade. By educating the public on blade designs and their uses, you are enherently advocating knife rights for everybody. Thank you Lynn Thompson. As a side note. It would be wonderful to have you present how to sharpen each of your blade models.

@TheVintagedudee

2 жыл бұрын

What about danish people

@Mr.Fields.

Жыл бұрын

@@TheVintagedudee no

When I snap open my G-10 XL Espada, it puts a huge grin on my face. That's all the justification I need. 👍

@DadBroCo

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Thank you.

*I own EVERY SINGLE XL FOLDER YALL HAVE EVER MADE!*

@csknives

5 жыл бұрын

That's why we're friends!

@privateparker5698

5 жыл бұрын

Easy for you to do lol.

@charlottewalnut3118

4 жыл бұрын

Cold Steel I’ve got the tylight love the thing

@emwu1988

4 жыл бұрын

Me too, but don’t dig the XL linerlocks, especially hate the small detentball and weak liner in the Luzon Large(already got cut cause it opened in pocket), well its my XL work knife now. Gonna stick to Tri-ad as it’s just perfect.

@ravithejon2466

4 жыл бұрын

you absolute lucky dog

When you " pop " open any large Cold Steel folder , your opponent will stand back for a second . I truly believe that most men fear being carved up alive , than being shot with a gun , PERIOD . I know on the occasions that I've had to deployed my knives , they've made my advisory take the " big step theory " to a new level . Your knives are ominous , the sword cane is great as well , and less than a hundred dollars . I got the " edge " and the " spike " and mount the " EDGE " on a chain rope necklace , and the " SPIKE " on a skull necklace people have no clue that I'm wearing them , until now . Your knives are like no other , THANK YOU , LYNN THOMPSON !!!!! AMEN !!!!!

@jacobgarz8970

3 жыл бұрын

That’s why I love cold steel and believe it’s the best knife company in the world

@John-mf6ky

2 жыл бұрын

If I saw someone whip out a coldsteel I'm running as fast as I can in the opposite direction. I honestly think the reason we fear blades more (than say a gun) is because it produces more of a primal fear response. Just like humans are programed to be scared of spiders and snakes.

@robthomas3664

2 жыл бұрын

I did that working at an airport years ago. I went to open a parts box, whipped out my 4" Tanto Voyager, a nearby passenger saw it. TSA said dude's eyes got bigger than dinner plates! I stopped carrying that one for work. Fortunately, CS came out with the Micro Recon about that time, and I got one of those to start carrying.

@cbroz7492

2 жыл бұрын

Love the comment...it's right on!!!

@DavidHernandez-dk1zs

2 жыл бұрын

True story, a long time ago when my dad was a young man working in the mountains in Cuba, he would sometimes carry fruits and vegetables and other goods at night from the mountains to the city so he could sell them during the day. On one of those night treks 2 men riding bicycles came towards him and got down from them, and got into a fighting stance and told him to give them the bag. Luckily for my dad, he was carrying a 12 inch custom made camp knife that he was hiding by gripping it with the blade pointing towards his elbow, hiding it with his forearm. All he did was switch his grip to a saber grip and waved the knife in front of them in a fighting stance, without dropping the heavy sack he was carrying on his other shoulder. Without even saying a word, both men ran back to their bikes and peddled away as fast as possible. Big knives really are a great deterrent.

I LOVE ur big blades !!! Your company is the only one that makes the big long folders. I appreciate that very much. I have been carrying your knives for 30 yrs & Love em !!! I carry two of your knives every day w/me, broke the tip off the XL Tanto & still have the XL 6" Voyager that's been all over w/me. I plan to buy the 7.5" Espada in the next couple of weeks. Keep up the fantastic job....

Dear Mr.Thompson, I have many,many or your products. I have never , ever been disappointed. Keep up the good work.

This is why I love cold steel because they're the only ones that do quality XL folders. Awesome work guys and don't stop doing what you do 👌

@whahala555

3 жыл бұрын

Have you seen the Opinel 13?

@trevnutz

3 жыл бұрын

@@whahala555 yes I have one. It's huge.

@whahala555

3 жыл бұрын

@@trevnutz how does it compare to the Cold Steel XLs? I've don't think I've ever seen a Cold Steel XL.

@elihollingsworth6852

2 жыл бұрын

@@whahala555 it's basically the size of a cold steel espada XL but significantly less durable, much bulkier, and way slower to deploy.

Cold Steel knives are pound for pound the best bang for the buck period... I Love Cold Steel been carrying for 10 years plus. Hardcore knives proven.

@jimboethefirst7418

5 жыл бұрын

No Joke Jack

@dick_richards

5 жыл бұрын

YES SIR

@petecwalina8789

5 жыл бұрын

I dont go out to Intentionally Abuse my Knives or Tools..However, Cold Steel's Locks have proven to Me on a Few Occasions that they Hold when needed and the Blades hold a decent edge..I know my Rajah II,III and Spartan are not what Folks call Super Steels( I have had them for 10 plus years), a few times when asked I have opened up a Can of Stew or Soup with them..No Real Damage to speak of and a couple of minutes on a Diamond Rod or Crock Stick they are back to newspaper cutting sharpness..I have a lot of different Knives from a lot of Manufactures I carry for the Most Part what I choose to for the Day, a Whim ,or what I anticipate I might need my Knife for during my Waking Hours..I consider my Cold Steel Folders my "HARD USE KNIVES"..Some of Cold Steels Designs might seem a bit Outlandish, but what Lynn Thompson says is True that there is a Reason behind it..and I cant fault a Man for putting something out there that appears a bit over the top to get it to Sell..Thats the Point of bieng in business.

@jimboethefirst7418

5 жыл бұрын

@@petecwalina8789 , I agree with you Pal ,but Lynn is straight up keeping it real when other companies be faking the funk ,Lynn let's it be know that, yes it a knife and it can do knife stuff well but the truth is it's also a weapon even if you hope to never need it for that reason it's a life saving tool and he not afraid to say it. Other companies don't want to be real about that so they say it's tactical or tactically designed, and Lynn tells you it's a knife to cut stuff and if needed can save your life and that factor should be added in as well.

@jimboethefirst7418

5 жыл бұрын

Lynn the CEO of Cold Steel and his team are today what Jim Bowie and his brother was in their day with knife designs. Cold Steel is the knife trail blazers.

I always thought a folding sword would be a great invention, but I guess this crazy man had the same idea with the Espada. With both hands on that thing, you could actually torque-slash through their spine, at the mid-section, effectively cutting them in two, with just some back flesh connecting the two halves. This guy gets it.

@TheVintagedudee

2 жыл бұрын

The spanish civilisation already did that 400 years ago

I absolutely love my cold steel knives and Lynn is a damn national treasure

Benchmade and Spyderco ask way too much for a FRN/FRP knife. Thanks Cold Steel for making great knives that don't cost you an arm and a leg.👍

@TheScotchaholic

5 жыл бұрын

I laughed at the very notion of spending more money on their knives for less blade size. I can understand if one is buying custom for unique design, craftsmanship, and materials - those justifies the price. Company manufactured blades ought to offer more for the money - Cold Steel consistently delivers on this basic premise.

@michaelvalentine782

5 жыл бұрын

Bitchmade*

@adamdalsheim1102

5 жыл бұрын

Cold Steel Espada XL = 452,62€ Spyderco Respect = 418,17€ The Espada XL does not have the same thickness of the blade as the Respect as it's thickest.

@thechristiansamurai8459

5 жыл бұрын

@Stacy Robbins i own two folding knives under 3 inches both are cold steel tuff lites one a mini and the other just a regular tuff lite they make surprisingly good close quarters self defense knives the mini can't be seen when your thumb is on the spine of the blade. It can cut a phone book in half with two passes you can wear it inder your shirt on your belt loop if you want. The regurlar size one WELL i hope you get the picture lol. If your life is on the line and someone tries to wrestle you to the ground the tuff lite will not be seen and it cuts like a razor or light saber!!! Lol.

@johnnytastetest

5 жыл бұрын

"With Cold Steel, the only person charged an arm and a leg is the guy who fucks with you and your knife."

I've learned to really appreciate your knives Lynn...Everything from clearing trails, skinning white tails, to self defense....I really could careless of what people think of me carrying a Cold Steel...I use them when it's time to get serious work done...I have alot of the hipster 1,000$ knives that are awesome for Instagram, but I always go back to my CS when it's time to do real work. No bullshit here.

@csknives

5 жыл бұрын

Atta boy!

@redfaux74

5 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah. I agree. I just don't care what idiots who likely don't carry a real knife anyway have to say. Keyboard warriors who likely don't have a job either.

@dennied7826

4 жыл бұрын

@@lynncthompson9116 You are a badass sir, been rocking cold steel for awhile and falling more in love with them every time.

This man is passionate about his knives and obviously tired of the comments that his knives are too big and are more of a gimmick. I agree with him. Bigger is better. Thank you for making your big folder knives.

As a soldier I agree with this man. But in my country we don't have access to such companies products. We carry 12 inch fixed knives locally made by local high carbon steels. Large knives are tremendously practical.

@TheVintagedudee

2 жыл бұрын

Brooooo 12 inch😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

@TheVintagedudee

2 жыл бұрын

12 inch can make the difference on somebody diying on the battlefield

I own close to 28 Cold Steel, 8 Spyderco, 4 First Edge and 4 Tops knives. Out of all my knives I always have a CS knife on me. My CS knives never let me down unlike Spyderco and First Edge. My large Espada will always be with me on Hiking, Camping and fishing trips, my recon 1 and AK-47 are my work knives, My TL and Mini TL are my EDC knives, my Frenzy 3 is also my EDC normally worn IWB. Straight to the point I love my Cold Steel Knives and Trust them with my life and my Family's Life. Thank you Mr. Thompson and the Cold Steel crew.

@csknives

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shaun!

Cold Steel is all I carry. Thank you Lynn for all you do and peace of mind!

Our guys are big fans of the cold steel XL series. We grapple, spar, and teach with edged weapon trainers all the time and a folding knife that has the reach of a large fixed blade had proven to give one hell of an advantage. Love the thought behind the designs Lynn

"A big knife with a big edge can do lots of things". Lynn Thompson. This guy's a national treasure, I tell you that. God bless you Mr. Thompsom.

I love your blades. If people don't like big blades I'm sure they are aware that you make blades for people who like small blades but there's a lot of us who like large blades keep up the great work

@csknives

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

"Find something else to do, in another zip code" That was FN funny!! Love this guy. He is passionate about knives, you can tell.

great video, exceptional quality knives i personally carry the rajah 2, the large luzon, and my favorite the xl espada everyday. Even at its massive size its invisible in my pocket , and can be called up in a split second... it has saved me being mugged/attacked twice both times just the sheer sight of it changed the assailants mind ....keep these awesome knives coming !

The man, the myth, the legend, the hero, thank you Lynn Thompson! You design the best knives in the world!

Real life scenario about a week or two ago NRA instructor: Hey Nathan, you got a knife I can use really quick Me: slides Rajah II out of pocket NRA Instructor: *speechless*

@kongandbasses8732

4 жыл бұрын

Real live scenario: 3 years back me and some friends sat outside in the garden of a restsurant, when another friend just came back from Italy. He had a full block of original Provolone, and offered it to us. While the owner of the restsurant went for bread, everybody was asking for a knife. Two Swiss Army knifes, that I like a lot, were used to scrape around the block of cheese, when I slid my old Vaquero Grande out of the pocket. Lots of "uuuuh's" and "aaaaah's", and the cheese was eaten. Now I am the man that is carrying "this gigant cheese cutter" every time somebody needs a knife.

@bab2thebone1

3 жыл бұрын

@@kongandbasses8732 as long as you didn’t “cut the cheese” either 😂

Cold Steel won me over ages ago with their 4"+ folders, while other companies were afraid to meet or breach the 4" limit - and these companies also charged ludicrous prices for less blade! I still carry my 6" serrated clip Voyager to this day.

No other company makes the martial knives like Cold Steel! I've been buying your blades since you started and appreciate the large ones.

Your XL folders are the reason Cold Steel is my go to brand

I love everything Cold Steel. Lynn Thompson is a badass.

I got an XL Espada last week and I started giggling like a little girl and said "WHAT THE F**K" out loud when I pulled it out of the packaging. That's the point!

@csknives

5 жыл бұрын

They're pretty good at that! It never gets old.

@redfaux74

5 жыл бұрын

Just like Christmas... 😂

@Adhmuz

4 жыл бұрын

I like the "What the F**K" that comes from the people asking for a knife when I pull out my XL Recon 1 from my pocket. Then I pull out my XL Espada, open and ready for business from the other pocket and tell them, no, this is "WHAT THE F**K!"

@wp-nv3il

4 жыл бұрын

@@Adhmuz lol!

I carry the espada xl every day. Had to get my pockets redone in all my Jeans to fit it. I love it and trust it with my life.💯

I love Lynn's passion and intensity. This was an awesome video and I couldn't agree more. I'm a tanto guy and I love my Kobun, GI and Recon. I'm definitely in the market for a good fold and the Rasha 2 is calling my name haha!

@411Outdoors

2 жыл бұрын

@ninja Lynn would have me wanting to buy em all haha

I love all my cold steel blades, edc big blades all the time! I love my serrated talwar, voyagers, 4max and my colossus. Im sad they discontinued the talwar and colossus, those 2 blade are amazing and are highly useful

@internet0

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Spartan is my edc, then serrated talwar or 50/50 edge large voyager tanto for dress pants. XL tanto voyager and large luzon for when I'm in unfriendly territory, Rajah 2 is next on the list! Always a Cold Steel, always a 4"+ blade!

@redfaux74

5 жыл бұрын

I carry a Vaquero Grande as my EDC and have for 25 years. I can't tell you how many knife collectors get wide eyed when they see mine. You know how many people have become Cold Steel fans because of that blade? Many. Many that before never heard of Cold Steel. Cold Steel talks and sells itself.

Your videos are awesome I’ve enjoyed them for years.I was attacked by multiple assailants. I was able to withdraw my Cold steel neck knife. I showed some mercy and they ran away.. ( i have waited for years to possibly see the video on television because it occurred in the middle of a popular fast food restaurant . The police let me see the video and I swear to God a real fights just like a Jackie Chan movie against multiple attackers )i’ve always wanted to meet you and make a documentary about you. You’ve got charisma my friend.

I love the big blade too, and feel very comfortable carrying the Raja2.

I got my Luzon today. Cold steel folders exude the thinking of aficionados seeking a perfectly devastating weapon down to every detail, with very high quality control, legal to carry in many restrictive places and at whatever price point someone can afford, truly adhering to the "good, better, best" spectrum. Having lived in California for a time, I feel the influence as I view the product line. It is a peerless commitment to excellence. Mr Thompson, I do appreciate it.

I've always loved the big knives. I get more use out of them, and in certain social encounters they have a huge intimidation factor. Keep on making them!!!!

Brother I am so glad that you all make such beautifully made fully functional large folders!! I own the Rajah 2 Midnight limited edition. I carry it each and everyday. Even when i go on long camping trips I still have my Rajah 2 right there with me as a back up. I have gone as far as baton’d 4” diameter logs for firewood with my Rajah 2. You all please keep doing what your doing. Dont let the haters get to you my friend. I will be purchasing your Espada xl within the next 2 months. Thank you guys for what you all do. I have been using Cold Steel products since i became a cop in 2002. Been rocking the cold steel line ever since.

Just got the large Espada and absolutely love it. I’m surprised I can actually carry this and be very comfortable.

Wow I can't believe people would question this! One of my favorite knives is my voyager XL tanto, but i also love that mini tuff lite!! Cold steel makes great tools in all shapes and sizes.

Problem is the law Lynn... lots of us are limited to 3.5" or shorter depending on the state.

@KKJae187

5 жыл бұрын

that is true! very few states has no limit length on blades. Surprisingly cali is one of the states that allow big folders and fix blades

@racerx1508

5 жыл бұрын

I carry what I want I'll never limit myself to what I carry because of a law the law is not going to help me when I need my big knife.

@KKJae187

5 жыл бұрын

@@racerx1508 I like your reasoning haha

@vdog570

5 жыл бұрын

Buy a small knife if your worried about the law.

@mikerichardson8478

5 жыл бұрын

@@racerx1508 I agree 100% Racer X these so called laws only effects law bidding citizens who try to live by the rules criminals don't so i'll risk my chances going to prison and being alive then 6ft under never to see my family ever again. So like you i'll carry what the HELL i want peace brother.

All the greats taught this about blades. I’ve heard so many people talk about this guy but he is speaking truth. I’ve unfortunately had to defend myself with a knife when I couldn’t get to my sidearm. It was a cold steel Bowie and the guys eyes lit up when he saw I and and backed off. I was fortunate to have it with me.

The "if you want to show mercy" quote is going to live forever.

Great video and good for you Lynn. Too many people are naive about end use of knives. I would love more videos like this of your philosophy and explanations behind serrated vs plain edge as well as different blade shapes and grinds and how once can choose them for their intended use.

I like your XL knives! Never stop making big folders. I often carry the Espada XL, or Rajah II.

Your 5.5" Recon1 Folder saved my life. I was up against a rogue older pit bull. Nonetheless, I was on a cane taking photos on a desolate country road. He charged, and along with my combat training with my beloved Cold Steel 5.5" Recon1 Folder, I ended the fight. I was 60 with a TBI from a 30' fall leaving me with vertigo. I have an extensive knife collection. Anything less than 5" is for cleaning your fingernails. Keep up your philosophy. I own countless CS knives and look forward to many more.

@davidlouis1068

5 жыл бұрын

Carry a gun too man ! Crazy ass aggressive animals is a big reason why I do ! Not just 2 legged predators...

Our ancestors would laugh at us for the little wanna be knifes we carry. A big knife is always a better choice. And a lot more effective in a self defense situation than a small knife. All of Mr. Thompson points are excellent points.

I carried a rajah 2 for a few years then switched to the espada xl and have carried every day for 6 years. I've worn out a few pairs of pants in the pocket from the knife rubbing. i love my huge knife. I cut my thumb in half with my rajah 2 lol. its very impressive seeing a 7 inch blade flip open on the draw. especially when someone asks if you have a knife to cut something small.

I actual just bought my first cold steel

@vybtom1

4 жыл бұрын

Which one?

@deeznutz8320

3 жыл бұрын

I bought mt first this weekend. I bought the voyager XL tanto, unfortunately its illegal where i live so i had to take the L version which was cheaper so i asked if i could get the rest of my money back. He said ill give you the kudu and the kudu light free of charge which outweighs the original purchase price. Got them in today fantastic knives.

@jacobgarz8970

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been a proud owner for 4 years

I love using my Raja to skin elk, deer, rabbits, cut wood, canvas, leather, whatever. I have had it for 11 years, and it’s still one of my favorites.

Thanks for having the balls to make the big folding knives. Been carrying the xl voyager sence you have made them . Your xl tanto is the best work knife ever made.

I got my first cold steel 2 years ago and its been amazing ever since It was the voyager XL tanto and now that you mention that bullet proof vest story im even more happy I bought it

@gimliismyhero2045

4 жыл бұрын

There is an armorer here in Ga that puts that warning on chain mail and steel plate (like knight style). And so far, it’s true

Thank you Lynn for telling it like it is. I love Cold Steel knives and have carried them exclusively for years. Can't wait to purchase a TRAIL MASTER!!!

Thanks Lynn, I love my Cold Steel xl folders, miss the Recon 1 xl..got the tanto xl came back for the clip point and it was gone. Love to see it made again..COLD STEEL BIG FOLDERS 👍

hold up, wait a minute... that kris better be coming out soon! dont tease me like that

@thechristiansamurai8459

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah i hope he brings that folding kris to production!!!...i can hear those titanium dainty 3 inch flipper guys saying i cant sharpen it..Well the ancient peopke who carried them had no problem!

@TheScotchaholic

5 жыл бұрын

@@thechristiansamurai8459 There's so many good ways to sharpen a blade nowadays. There are no excuses for avoiding certain blade shapes. For a Kris blade, I'd use diamond/ceramic rods for hand sharpening for touch ups, and a 1" belt sander/sharpener for more removal/correction.

@charlottewalnut3118

4 жыл бұрын

dnasplice agreed

This is cold steel. They have complete products. From small blades to swords. I love big blades because they have cutting power to help my daily job

Bit late to the party but this just popped up in my feed and maybe the guys at CS see this. Love my Cold Steel blades and I love my XL folders I have the Luzon (6inch and 4inch) the Rajah 2 and the Lynn Thompson Ti-lite that are always in my EDC on rotation. My work horse is my Crawford model 1 and it's taken a daily beating for the last year and is still going strong. For camping and bushcraft I always fall back on my SRK (SK5) and Bushman Bowie and they've never let me down, no matter how hard it use them. Thatlnks for the great knives guys!

Sure miss you Lynn. Sure wish you and Andy Demko still had total control of Cold Steel. Miss the proof Dvds, and the Special Projects Catalog with your comments and feedback on the world of knives. Yeah I know you gotta do what you gotta do, but know that we miss you and appreciate your contributions to the knife world.

You can not beat a Cold Steel. I am a huge fan.

love cold steel, love Lynn Thompson, love his logic and warrior mentality,love their products for many years

XL Voyager Vaquero serrated, left pocket. XL Counterpoint serrated in the right. Well armed in a NO gun carry country, to keep my wife and me safe. Been safe for 35 years now, thanks to CS, and Thank you Lynn!!

I love your big blades never stop making them they're awesome!

Would love a 10" version of the Rajah.. and Espada.. "Espada XXL" ..

I love big knives and could never discount the value of a large knife vs a small one, there's just too much fight stopping potential even just seeing a big knife, just like the deterance factor of a gun. My dad had went on a trip out of town and was confronted by a mugger with a knife, so what does he do? Flips out his 5 inch stilletto switchblade and made himself appear a less ideal victim, the guy ran. However though, while I'll always carry a big knife for defense or emergency, I'll always also carry at least one smaller knife for two reasons; discreteness and overall practicallity. Discrete because you may not want people to know you're carrying a big knife, like a gun, until an altercation quickly comes up. Exposing that you're armed, outside your own terms, is dangerous. You could be singled out first, they could go for the weapon themselves if they know of it. It may not print as easily as a gun sometimes depending on how you carry, but people can spot it. Practicallity because while yes, a big knife can handle much the same tasks as a small one, I don't find it universally true. Sometimes you need to get to a confined space where a big knife just gets in the way, you may risk cutting yourself or others with excessive length of blade. Sometimes it just pays to have that small palm sized blade for the edge control and manuverability, or sometimes you want a thinner blade, or the blade shape of your larger knife isn't quite appropriate for the task.

@mutlee299

2 жыл бұрын

Well said

I’m sold. Love this guy. Why am I just now getting into Cold Steel knives 😢

I love your logic and I love the knives you recommend. Who doesn’t love a bigger knife? Keep up the great work Lynn.

I can say with utmost confidence Lynn, that if you only produced small knives, Cold Steel Nation's membership would decline into nothingness.

Sorry to see Cold Steel sold. I only found out about this brand and Lynn’s philosophy lately, really sorry to be late to this party. This man is a realist. Hope he continues to guide CS in the years to come.

@apocalypticwarrior9695

2 жыл бұрын

He sold the company

@c.h.u.d

Жыл бұрын

He's still involved with the company so is andrew demko

Just bought the Large Luzon, I’m so excited to see it in person, as it will be my first big folder. I have the 4 inch Ti-Lite, and a few other Cold Steel knives, but as far as folders go, none as big as the 6 inch Luzon! I can’t wait!! Thank you Cold Steel! I’ve been a fan for many years!!

Owned a rajah 2, a few Spartans, a few push daggers, vintage tanto voyager xl, don't have any of them now unfortunately. I think my next one will be a Vintage Vaquero XL serrated. Thank you for your truly unique products!!!!

I've carried the spartan, the 6in Ti Lite, and the Xl Tanto Voyager and I've loved them all.

@jakefarronmerlin7963

2 жыл бұрын

Ti lite is so sweet

Imagine being in a car crash and Linn Thompson comes running up with an xl espada to save you... trippy

At first, I was a bit leary about buying a Cold Steel knife because they are usually so big and sometimes a bit heavy, but I just recently saw the Blade HQ video with Lynn and then this one today, and he really has some good points on why you should carry a bigger knife. I'm currently saving up so I can get either a Recon 1 or American Lawman, and I love how you guys use S35VN and quality materials and don't over price the knives. Spyderco and Benchmade charge way too much for FRN and GFN handles and lesser materials. I also like how Lynn seems to be a genuinely nice and down to earth person, and that he really cares about his customers and believes in his products.

Great video Lynn, I really learn a lot from your presentations.

I EDC a 4" But i tell my wife its a 7"

@maulstik

3 жыл бұрын

Only the inches after the first 2 inches matter -Lynn Thompson

I love how Lynn actually cares about his buyers. Other companies don't give a fat shit

I'm really glad you did this video! I am a big fan of big knives. I have always said you can do everything a small knife can but not the other way around. I never knew Cold Steel had so many really big folders! I'm gonna hafta check out the catalog!

I like Cold Steel knives period. Their 4" bladed knives are what I EDC outside my home. Anything Cold Steel knife of mine under 4" is either in the kitchen or the tool box. But I do own a Counter Point XL, Voyager XL Tanto Point and Voyager XL Drop Point, as well as their 4 inch "little brothers" and others. Great knives all the way around!

You have to love this guy... A large part of not carrying a big blade is not because of a person being to PC, it's more about not going to jail when you run into the police while your in a State with stupid knife laws...

@MindofaMadMan69

4 жыл бұрын

Then you need to work on changing your laws

@adods9824

4 ай бұрын

Too. You're

Thanks for the big blades Lynn

I love everything he says in this , and I agree with all of it. I personally carry a very small knife for primary defense (canku 1104) but I don't train to knife fight with it , I train for when I've really fucked up and I'm on the ground or in really close quarters will it, I also carry a slim 3.5 inch folder. It comes down to practice for what's likely, train what you practice, carry for how you train. And what feels comfortable to carry

I've got a 2 piece big bore, a bushman and a ti lite and love them all. Thanks for making affordable cool stuff

I like big knives. Cold Steel has never failed me in any way. From the Recon 1s to the SRK and even Recon xl. If I know I have to trust my knife 100% that day ,I get a Cold Steel

@csknives

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for trusting us!

Gotta love Lynn’s passion!)) I will have that XL espada one day😁

You're the man, sir. I wish you still owned Cold Steel. I love all of your knives. I have an extensive collection. I typically carry large Cold Steel blades such as the 9" or 12" Magnum Tanto. Thank you for all you've done.

My everyday carry is a Rajah 2, Would love to get a Espada XL and would definitely mix it in with my edc but a little out of my price range... Also have the vaquero love cold steel brand...You sir have a loyal customer...

Дядя Лин Томпсон говорит чистую правду! Большой нож это нож! Я имею полностью такое же мнение. Большой нож может тоже, что и маленький, но еще в два раза лучше и два раза больше возможностей)

I carry a large knife every day for the reason you just said. A large knife can do much more. I'm uncomfortable carrying anything under three inches. What's the point. I luv what you do. Thanks Lynn. Maybe they just don't belong carrying a Cold Steel knife. Cold Steel for life.

I carry your blades in my concealment vest, the Rajah 2- 6 inch is my personal favorite. I also carry the 5.5 inch Voyager. Actually ordered it by mistake after giving my fireman nephew a 4 in Voyager serrated, which he Carrie's every day on duty, ropes and hose no problem. Best concealment blades going in my opinion for reasonable money. Absolutely the best large folder on the market it can save your life.

I just want to thank you for making such great weapons. My current job right now Im technically not allowed to carry ANY less lethal or secondary weapon. I could carry a small backup piece but its difficult. So I found your Spartan. God forbid my firearm goes down on me, your Espada is my backup piece lol and I feel great about it too. I have xlarge hands and it fits me great ! Keep up the good work sir !

When it really comes down to it, I have a Cold Steel blade in my pocket (even as I type this) due to the simple pragmatic reasons of effectiveness and price for what you get. Problem is, there are a lot of people who just aren’t going to get this.

I love your knives I just wish I could afford more of them

@Logan2070

5 жыл бұрын

Watch midwayusa for their Cold Steel sales you can pick up some really good deals if you are patient and watch the prices for a couple months and email deals. Oh and they always ship CS free.