Cold Steel San Mai Tai Pan: Like its serpent namesake, the Tai Pan is aggressively fast and deadly. Designed by Lynn C. Thompson in the distinctive "Tanto" style, the Tai Pan embodies all the best features of a classic dagger while minimizing its shortcomings. Most daggers are notorious for having thin, fragile points that are easily broken. In contrast, the Tai Pan features a sturdy spear point which is wide and thick enough to resist breaking without compromising its ability to offer deep, effortless, penetration. Specifications Item Number: 35AA Name: Tai Pan San Mai Weight: 10.8 oz. Blade Thickness: 0.1875" Blade Length: 7.50" Handle: 5.50" Long. Kraton Overall: 13.0" Steel: VG-10 San Mai Sheath: Secure-Ex Made in Taiwan
Lynn always raved about this knife, in San Mai. He said they were virtually indestructible. The 3v is nice, but a bit more hard, and brittle. But eithor way u cant go wrong. I have a outdoorsman in vg10 San Mai, and adore it. Love cold steel.
@@darque1860 No it isn't! 3V is softer and much tougher than San Mai! The core of San Mai is VG10 which is much more brittle than 3V! Try hacking on wood with a San Mai blade! It will chip before 3V ever does! Saw that firsthand!
Has anyone had a problem of the tip not being symmetrical? The line that goes through the center of the blade is off. I got mine off Amazon and I’m sending it back for another one.
@@knifevideochannel4657 If you look closely there is some different in blade shape. The new version is more pointy. Yes, made in Japan models are considered previous gen but there also made in taiwan version who shares same blade shape as Japanese, coated 3v model but i think its discontiunued.
How was insert and withdraw on the sheath? Several reviews mention the sheath being difficult esp for removal. One guy inserted his knife ‘almost’ then used a heat gun to heat it up and cool to loosen the grip. Great video, thanks!
I've used a heat gun before to adjust kydex, But never this injected molded plastic. The withdrawal on this knife is stellar, No issues at all. The master tanto I had awhile back has retention problems though. Thanks for watching Tom
Amazon usually has the cheapest price on Authentic Cold Steel knives. If you do get a dud or clone someone "reboxed" Prime has excellent return policy. Thanks for watching
3V would be nice, but for what I need it for I don't need 3V since I won't be chopping wood or doing camp/bushcraft stuff with it. It's a dagger and is an excellent knife for self defense. So san mai or even VG10 are more than sufficient for that purpose.
I went to Amazon and bought it for $153.00+$13.00 tax and 1 day free shipping. One of my favorites ! All Cold Steel knives are good for the price. Nice folders too with the triad locking system.
Nice score! People are afraid of Amazon because of the potential to get used blade or clone, But the prices are legit. I've already gotten a genuine product from Amazon. Thanks for watching and enjoy that wicked blade
@@knifevideochannel4657 Oh no it's definitely not a clone! It's beautiful & even if I had doubts, Amazon gives you 30 days to sent back for refund or replace. I have no complaints cause it is the real deal 🗡 .
I agree! I was just stating what a lot of guys on Blade Forums "think" of Amazon knife buying. I've purchased at least 20 Cold Steel products on Amazon, All the real deal. Enjoy that beautiful blade
@Knife Video Channel I was just wondering if I should get it From Amazon they are half the price but I didn't know if it was the real deal ima role the dice on this
@@2ndamendmentmf183 🎼 Yes get it from Amazon . Mine is the "Real Deal" Beautiful 🗡 knife . If you do find that it doesn't seem like a real Cold Steel... just send it back to Amazon free before 30 days and get a replacement or a complete refund. Amazon stands behind their garrentee . Believe me, you will know if it's a Cold Steel blade. It's razor sharp and the quality is pretty flawless . It is one sweet blade worth every penny . Good luck!
I love this damn knife Jeremy! It's not something I'll ever stab into a pig carcass or car hood, But it's never leaving my collection! Thanks for watching
@@knifevideochannel4657 I’ve currently got one on the way, but why wouldn’t you use it on a pig? Just because of how amazing it is and the price? I’ve got an OSS so I suppose I’d sooner take that out bush bashing over the taipan. But is your reason for not wanting to use it in a rough manner based on taking care of it because it’s such a beautiful piece?
@ Ryan Gibson I bought the Tai Pan for collection purposes only , No plans to use it harshly. After watching numerous videos (mostly from Cold Steel) of the blade withstanding everything thrown at it, I've no doubt it's a tough piece. I bought the Wild Pig Hunter for my son to use on feral pigs in Texas! The shape and material of the handle work well for his needs! Thanks for watching and enjoy your Tai Pan
Cool you described the inner anatomy of the tang. Great overview as always! This is definitely a sweet larger fixed blade, would be a really fun knife to own. It's always seemed like cold steel does a great job with their blades. Especially love the namesake of this knife 🐍 Cheers my friend!
I stumbled across the short video of the Tai Pan with exposed tang while researching pricing! People always ask about what's underneath the Kraton material, So I put a link of that video in description. It's definitely a cool knife that I'll probably never get rid of, One of those "fun" blades in the collection. I love snakes and have exhausted about every resource (book and video) on learning about the different species around the world. I "relocate" Red Diamond, Southern Pacific, Mojave, And Western Diamondback rattlesnake for friends/family. They're awesome creatures that are important to the ecosystem and should be protected. Thanks for watching My friend and have a good weekend!
@@knifevideochannel4657 oh wow, that's a phenomenal thing you do! We definitely need more people with your knowledge and appreciate towards reptiles. Very very cool to hear, cheers 🍻
The tang is purposely created with a stick tang end, like the Natchez and loredo Bowie's because it lightens the blade and helps with weight reduction and balance. Good for combat blades, or hunting knives, not ideal for wood work. Edit: Stick tang end also helps with cushioning vibration from using the knife.
The Natchez and Laredo have wire tangs, supposedly to take and transfer energy better with less shock to the hand. It's less sturdy than a stick tang, but they're bred more for battle anyway.
It’s a great double edge knife, I also have the EK from Kabar it too is a great knife, but I prefer the cold steels handle, it’s very comfortable, the sheath is the only thing I don’t like, it seems to dull the blade, but the knife it self is awesome !!
I have all the SanMai Tanto knives and they are made in Taiwan. They are all perfectly made,they are the new Japan when it comes to quality production. All of the xl and larger folders are made there to. Even the 1917 Frontier Bowie is made in India,who is the Windlas company who makes very good swords and also deliver swords and stuff to the US Army. It is handforged and a super solid knife,I highly recomend it. India never stopped using swords and they really know how to do it. Mine is made out of AISI1080 high carbon. They also make the 1849 Riflemans Knife. My point is that it must not be made in USA or Japan for it to be great quality. The Machetes are made in South Africa,but the heat treat is great and you cant break one
I had mine for 5 months now and you got your for a great price ,it was $169 back when I got mine and if I had known of the price to you got your for I would already have my second Tai Pan San Mai vg10. It out slashes my other dagger even my Applegate Fairbairn Boker although the TP is longer and a little heavier. But I love them both. I also want the 3v if I can get on for about $225 or $240. Oh and the steel is still made in Japan just not the knife.
It's a fantastic well made knife for the $239.00 the large retailers are asking! For $149-$165 it's borderline a steal!! I'm very impressed with the Tai Pan (And most other Cold Steel knives) , But have my sights set now on the 3V version of the Recon Scout. Thanks for watching PP4R
That is so beautiful 😍 I've got the srk and magnum tanto XII in san mai and I really feel like I want this tai pan but I'm gonna resist, I feel like I'm missing out already, 2 blades, one knife, I want it but no!
Beautiful dagger. Just got mine yesterday off Amazon for the crazy price of $126! Grab one now because they will never be cheaper. Just want to update you on the EK Commando knife. They are actually $154 now for this all US made knife and sheath on the Ka-Bar site. I scored mine during their early Christmas sale for $75! Also, it is 1095 cro-van steel, and the thing is flawless and a beast. General Patton carried this knife, which is cool too.
I picked one of these up and it is really a nice knife. I got mine off of Amazon and was very impressed with how nice it is, and you can definitely see the laminate line in the steel. Consequently, I picked up a used Tai Pan off of our local gun classifieds, it is a Tai Pan made in Japan (so marked) but it only has that marking and the Cold Steel mark on the other side of the blade. It's not marked San Mai III, VG-1, VG-10 or anything else. Anyone know anything about the older Tai Pans? I think it is a CS13D, at least that's what I was able to run down after doing some research.
I'm pretty sure the original had San Mai III on the one side and was made with VG1 core in Japan. Not sure if they made any in other steel before that, But I know there are fakes out there floating around! The New Taiwan version is nicely made and a bargain at Amazon price. Thanks for watching MJA
@@knifevideochannel4657 thanks for answering. After some more research I learned that the first version, made from 1995-2007 was not a laminate version but made from straight AUS8 steel. This would be the version I bought. The VG1 San Mai knives were made from 2007-2015 from what I was able to figure out, from 2015 until modern times they are VG10 San Mai III, and during that time production changed completely to Taiwan (after a change in ownership of the brand, I believe). But Taiwanese production for Cold Steel is not new, some of their more well-known designs were produced in Taiwan in the 1990s, like the Black Bear Classic. All in all, not super easy information to find. I found a lot on the Hattori knife collectors' webiste.
@@knifevideochannel4657 oh, and I'm pretty certain this older one I got is genuine, I found the specs and it is spot on in length and weight, and it is pretty obviously a Cold Steel, it's quite nice, but the big give away on the vintage ones is the sheath. The leather sheath was very specific and is a pretty good indicator right from the get go if you are looking at a fake or not. Thanks again!
While my VG1 Japanese Trailmaster is impeccably made, The Taiwanese Cold Steel blades I've bought have been top notch too. Thanks for sharing the info you found on the Tai Pan! Would be fun to collect the original versions of of this dagger.
Sucks that people support the counterfeit/clone markets. From Purses to watches, And Everything in between. There's always going to be pirate samples to cloud available to cloud commerce. Glad yours is legit MJA
The people that diss this knife are stupid, and have another, ulterior motive. I own a Cold Steel Tai Pan, and it is an extremely well-built dagger that is VERY LETHAL!
149 for a Taipan, omg that's insane. You have to stop showing the Nice Cold Steels, i am still on the CS train you know that. It's super easy to see the hollow grind if you put something flat on it.👍
Even the current price of $165 is a steal! Have you seen video of the older Imperial Tai Pan? Wish I was into blades when that was released . Love the double edged dagger blade, Maybe it's the symmetry of the overall piece! Just picked up a Carbon Fiber Combat Troodon apocalyptic! Thanks for watching and hope you and your family are well!
@@knifevideochannel4657 You mean the one with the Damascus blade? That looked like a whole other Cold Steel back then. I am also really feeling the double edge dagger vibe lately. I really didn´t like that bladeshape in the past, hmm interesting how things change. Mmm, the Combat Trodon is the best looking OTF Microtech makes in my opinion. The bigger blade seems nice with the slimmer profile. What do you think about the Acta Non Verba M500? Another one that´s not so inexpenisve, but i really like the look. Thank you Sir, hope you and your family are well too!
@@megaronknives3032 The M500 is a beautiful knife and with decently tough Elmax steel, That Sheath too! Price is all over on that knife, BHQ and Chicago Knife Works $359, Knife Center pre order for $472.00 ?!? 😲 Yeah , The Imperial Tai Pan is the Damascus version! This SS Carbon Fiber Combat Troodon Apocalyptic DE I just got, Is the nicest looking Microtech that's not a Marifone custom. It's actually almost an ounce lighter too!
@@knifevideochannel4657 Why are daggers sooooo expensive? I mean i get it, harder to grind, but sooo incredible expensive, Maybe they don´t want to make as many. That Imperial Tai Pan is not cheap either :D They made an Imperial Tanto too, but the Tai Pan looks nicer. Hmm you gotta show us that now.
Check out the price on this piece of Art!! bladeops.com/marfione-knives-custom-interceptor-fixed-blade-knife-juyo-dagger-blade/?omnisendContactID=5e7ce03dbac16e19796c45b7&A+JAN2022FLASHLAUNCHs30v+%2861d85ddf55564f001f4e0a2c%29&
Because this isn't a big chopper or camp knife , I'd go with the San Mai for its stainless steel. That being said, If your going to stab through car hoods and ammo cans the 3V hits the mark. They both have strengths and weaknesses. Thanks for watching Renke
Cold Steel San Mai Tai Pan:
Like its serpent namesake, the Tai Pan is aggressively fast and deadly. Designed by Lynn C. Thompson in the distinctive "Tanto" style, the Tai Pan embodies all the best features of a classic dagger while minimizing its shortcomings. Most daggers are notorious for having thin, fragile points that are easily broken. In contrast, the Tai Pan features a sturdy spear point which is wide and thick enough to resist breaking without compromising its ability to offer deep, effortless, penetration.
Specifications
Item Number: 35AA
Name: Tai Pan San Mai
Weight: 10.8 oz.
Blade Thickness: 0.1875"
Blade Length: 7.50"
Handle: 5.50" Long. Kraton
Overall: 13.0"
Steel: VG-10 San Mai
Sheath: Secure-Ex
Made in Taiwan
Beautiful knife! Wow it's very well built
@@wrjames38 Amazing quality for the price! Thanks for watching
I own a 3 v version . Wonderfull. And a grizzly bark river 3 v . One of the best steel There is
I should've bought a 3V version also when I got this San Mai. Going to pick up the Recon Scout 3V soon. Thanks for watching Eddy
The quality of that cold steel looks on point.
The Taiwan facility is putting out a good product! All of the Cold Steel knives I've gotten from there have been stellar. Thanks for watching LH
Been eying this knife with great interest since it was announced. Thanks for showing it.
Thanks for watching bback! It's a beautiful knife and a steal for $165 bucks.
Lynn always raved about this knife, in San Mai. He said they were virtually indestructible. The 3v is nice, but a bit more hard, and brittle. But eithor way u cant go wrong. I have a outdoorsman in vg10 San Mai, and adore it. Love cold steel.
@@darque1860 No it isn't! 3V is softer and much tougher than San Mai! The core of San Mai is VG10 which is much more brittle than 3V! Try hacking on wood with a San Mai blade! It will chip before 3V ever does! Saw that firsthand!
Both steel types are great but John is correct that 3V is tougher! Thanks for watching
Has anyone had a problem of the tip not being symmetrical? The line that goes through the center of the blade is off. I got mine off Amazon and I’m sending it back for another one.
Not on my sample
Such a great knife. The previous gen was even more stunning
Was the previous Gen made in Japan like the Trailmaster? Thanks for watching
@@knifevideochannel4657 If you look closely there is some different in blade shape. The new version is more pointy. Yes, made in Japan models are considered previous gen but there also made in taiwan version who shares same blade shape as Japanese, coated 3v model but i think its discontiunued.
I've tried trading for the DLC 3V version a couple times, Awesome variant of the Tai Pan.
It's big, it's bold, it's spectacular. I have one as well.
Thanks for watching Scott
How was insert and withdraw on the sheath? Several reviews mention the sheath being difficult esp for removal. One guy inserted his knife ‘almost’ then used a heat gun to heat it up and cool to loosen the grip. Great video, thanks!
I've used a heat gun before to adjust kydex, But never this injected molded plastic. The withdrawal on this knife is stellar, No issues at all. The master tanto I had awhile back has retention problems though. Thanks for watching Tom
Anyone know a place where you can get a real one cheaply? Also, why so expensive as compared to other cold steel knives?
Amazon usually has the cheapest price on Authentic Cold Steel knives. If you do get a dud or clone someone "reboxed" Prime has excellent return policy. Thanks for watching
Recently purchased the CPM 3V version for $218 on Amazon if anyone is interested. I thought it was worth the price for it.
Thanks for heads up on 3V version, Great price. Thanks for watching
3V would be nice, but for what I need it for I don't need 3V since I won't be chopping wood or doing camp/bushcraft stuff with it. It's a dagger and is an excellent knife for self defense. So san mai or even VG10 are more than sufficient for that purpose.
@johnruiz6743 I will always keep this knife in my collection even though I have much nicer offerings from American makers. Thanks for watching
You didn’t even mention how good the balance is. The cg is right where your index finger goes so it’s extremely nimble and easy to turn and control.
Your 100% right RSD! I always forget something important when I make the video, Definitely wanted to show that beforehand! Thanks for watching
I went to Amazon and bought it for $153.00+$13.00 tax and 1 day free shipping. One of my favorites !
All Cold Steel knives are good for the price. Nice folders too with the triad locking system.
Nice score! People are afraid of Amazon because of the potential to get used blade or clone, But the prices are legit. I've already gotten a genuine product from Amazon. Thanks for watching and enjoy that wicked blade
@@knifevideochannel4657 Oh no it's definitely not a clone! It's beautiful & even if I had doubts, Amazon gives you 30 days to sent back for refund or replace. I have no complaints cause it is the real deal 🗡 .
I agree! I was just stating what a lot of guys on Blade Forums "think" of Amazon knife buying. I've purchased at least 20 Cold Steel products on Amazon, All the real deal. Enjoy that beautiful blade
@Knife Video Channel I was just wondering if I should get it From Amazon they are half the price but I didn't know if it was the real deal ima role the dice on this
@@2ndamendmentmf183 🎼 Yes get it from Amazon . Mine is the "Real Deal"
Beautiful 🗡 knife . If you do find that it doesn't seem like a real Cold Steel... just send it back to Amazon free before 30 days and get a replacement or a complete refund. Amazon stands behind their garrentee . Believe me, you will know if it's a Cold Steel blade. It's razor sharp and the quality is pretty flawless . It is one sweet blade worth every penny . Good luck!
That really is a great looking knife. I love what cold steel does. Great review 👍
I love this damn knife Jeremy! It's not something I'll ever stab into a pig carcass or car hood, But it's never leaving my collection! Thanks for watching
@@knifevideochannel4657 I’ve currently got one on the way, but why wouldn’t you use it on a pig? Just because of how amazing it is and the price? I’ve got an OSS so I suppose I’d sooner take that out bush bashing over the taipan. But is your reason for not wanting to use it in a rough manner based on taking care of it because it’s such a beautiful piece?
@ Ryan Gibson I bought the Tai Pan for collection purposes only , No plans to use it harshly. After watching numerous videos (mostly from Cold Steel) of the blade withstanding everything thrown at it, I've no doubt it's a tough piece.
I bought the Wild Pig Hunter for my son to use on feral pigs in Texas! The shape and material of the handle work well for his needs! Thanks for watching and enjoy your Tai Pan
I am interested in that Benchmade auto you have.
The Autocrat is a fantastic knife with good ergos and stellar reliability! Thanks for watching
Cool you described the inner anatomy of the tang. Great overview as always! This is definitely a sweet larger fixed blade, would be a really fun knife to own. It's always seemed like cold steel does a great job with their blades.
Especially love the namesake of this knife 🐍
Cheers my friend!
I stumbled across the short video of the Tai Pan with exposed tang while researching pricing! People always ask about what's underneath the Kraton material, So I put a link of that video in description. It's definitely a cool knife that I'll probably never get rid of, One of those "fun" blades in the collection.
I love snakes and have exhausted about every resource (book and video) on learning about the different species around the world. I "relocate" Red Diamond, Southern Pacific, Mojave, And Western Diamondback rattlesnake for friends/family. They're awesome creatures that are important to the ecosystem and should be protected. Thanks for watching My friend and have a good weekend!
@@knifevideochannel4657 oh wow, that's a phenomenal thing you do! We definitely need more people with your knowledge and appreciate towards reptiles. Very very cool to hear, cheers 🍻
@@Icy_Knife_Reviews I enjoy working with them and educating people on how awesome they are! Thanks
Great vid mate.
Thanks for positive comment and for watching James
The tang is purposely created with a stick tang end, like the Natchez and loredo Bowie's because it lightens the blade and helps with weight reduction and balance. Good for combat blades, or hunting knives, not ideal for wood work.
Edit: Stick tang end also helps with cushioning vibration from using the knife.
Thanks for the info on stick tangs for these Cold Steel knives The Faithful and for watching!
The Natchez and Laredo have wire tangs, supposedly to take and transfer energy better with less shock to the hand. It's less sturdy than a stick tang, but they're bred more for battle anyway.
ˈtī-ˌpan ˈtī-ˈpän. Synonyms of taipan. : a powerful businessman and especially formerly a foreigner living and operating in Hong Kong or China
Natchez and Laredo have a cable tang
The handle looks a bit too long. How is it to hold?
Feels good to me personally! As you know it's always wise to try a knife to see if the ergos Fit. Thanks for watching
Waiting on mine as we speak! Great video...
Congrats on your new acquisition, Hopefully it's flawless out of the box. Thanks for watching
It’s a great double edge knife, I also have the EK from Kabar it too is a great knife, but I prefer the cold steels handle, it’s very comfortable, the sheath is the only thing I don’t like, it seems to dull the blade, but the knife it self is awesome !!
It's an amazing piece for the price Gilbert, Thanks for watching
Been thinking about picking up one of these? 🤔
Great knife
I have all the SanMai Tanto knives and they are made in Taiwan. They are all perfectly made,they are the new Japan when it comes to quality production. All of the xl and larger folders are made there to. Even the 1917 Frontier Bowie is made in India,who is the Windlas company who makes very good swords and also deliver swords and stuff to the US Army. It is handforged and a super solid knife,I highly recomend it. India never stopped using swords and they really know how to do it. Mine is made out of AISI1080 high carbon. They also make the 1849 Riflemans Knife. My point is that it must not be made in USA or Japan for it to be great quality. The Machetes are made in South Africa,but the heat treat is great and you cant break one
I've had good luck with Cold Steel and Spyderco knives made in Taiwan! Thanks for the info and for watching
Sir what is the name of your watch
Casio Pro Trek Tough Solar
Careful of the Amazon listings. It’s not unheard of for people to receive fakes.
Thanks for the tip and for watching
Haven't received a fake yet from Amazon...sorry. 🤣
I had mine for 5 months now and you got your for a great price ,it was $169 back when I got mine and if I had known of the price to you got your for I would already have my second Tai Pan San Mai vg10.
It out slashes my other dagger even my Applegate Fairbairn Boker although the TP is longer and a little heavier.
But I love them both.
I also want the 3v if I can get on for about $225 or $240.
Oh and the steel is still made in Japan just not the knife.
It's a fantastic well made knife for the $239.00 the large retailers are asking! For $149-$165 it's borderline a steal!! I'm very impressed with the Tai Pan (And most other Cold Steel knives) , But have my sights set now on the 3V version of the Recon Scout. Thanks for watching PP4R
Do you have an Arkansas Toothpick?
Thanks for watching
That is so beautiful 😍
I've got the srk and magnum tanto XII in san mai and I really feel like I want this tai pan but I'm gonna resist,
I feel like I'm missing out already, 2 blades, one knife, I want it but no!
It's an awesome blade! Thanks for watching
Beautiful dagger. Just got mine yesterday off Amazon for the crazy price of $126! Grab one now because they will never be cheaper.
Just want to update you on the EK Commando knife. They are actually $154 now for this all US made knife and sheath on the Ka-Bar site. I scored mine during their early Christmas sale for $75! Also, it is 1095 cro-van steel, and the thing is flawless and a beast. General Patton carried this knife, which is cool too.
Definitely will be adding another. Thanks for heads up and for watching
Good video bud.
Thanks for watching and positive comments!
Wow that really nice!
Thanks for watching my friend
very nice KVC! stay safe my friend 👍
Thanks for watching Sam! Hope you and your family are well
I picked one of these up and it is really a nice knife. I got mine off of Amazon and was very impressed with how nice it is, and you can definitely see the laminate line in the steel. Consequently, I picked up a used Tai Pan off of our local gun classifieds, it is a Tai Pan made in Japan (so marked) but it only has that marking and the Cold Steel mark on the other side of the blade. It's not marked San Mai III, VG-1, VG-10 or anything else. Anyone know anything about the older Tai Pans? I think it is a CS13D, at least that's what I was able to run down after doing some research.
I'm pretty sure the original had San Mai III on the one side and was made with VG1 core in Japan. Not sure if they made any in other steel before that, But I know there are fakes out there floating around!
The New Taiwan version is nicely made and a bargain at Amazon price. Thanks for watching MJA
@@knifevideochannel4657 thanks for answering. After some more research I learned that the first version, made from 1995-2007 was not a laminate version but made from straight AUS8 steel. This would be the version I bought. The VG1 San Mai knives were made from 2007-2015 from what I was able to figure out, from 2015 until modern times they are VG10 San Mai III, and during that time production changed completely to Taiwan (after a change in ownership of the brand, I believe). But Taiwanese production for Cold Steel is not new, some of their more well-known designs were produced in Taiwan in the 1990s, like the Black Bear Classic. All in all, not super easy information to find. I found a lot on the Hattori knife collectors' webiste.
@@knifevideochannel4657 oh, and I'm pretty certain this older one I got is genuine, I found the specs and it is spot on in length and weight, and it is pretty obviously a Cold Steel, it's quite nice, but the big give away on the vintage ones is the sheath. The leather sheath was very specific and is a pretty good indicator right from the get go if you are looking at a fake or not. Thanks again!
While my VG1 Japanese Trailmaster is impeccably made, The Taiwanese Cold Steel blades I've bought have been top notch too.
Thanks for sharing the info you found on the Tai Pan! Would be fun to collect the original versions of of this dagger.
Sucks that people support the counterfeit/clone markets. From Purses to watches, And Everything in between. There's always going to be pirate samples to cloud available to cloud commerce. Glad yours is legit MJA
very nice. id love to add 1 to my collection.
Thanks for watching Tree Huggah!
Good looking knife
Thanks for watching RKL! Hope the new Year is treating you well.
This is one I have yet to get. But I will get one....too nice for the price.
Unbelievable quality for the cost, Especially in the $140-$170 ish range. Thanks for watching Eric
Great video.I just subscribed 🔪👍
Thanks for watching
so beautiful knife！
It's a beautiful knife that's well built! Thanks for watching
The people that diss this knife are stupid, and have another, ulterior motive. I own a Cold Steel Tai Pan, and it is an extremely well-built dagger that is VERY LETHAL!
Agreed! Thanks for watching
I want one!
Thanks for watching
Case is out of their minds lately or maybe they're just swinging for the fences as they're aging out fast.
Thanks for watching Bruce
Don't hate me cause I'm beautiful cause i got the one made in Japan for $40 in a pawn shop. Sure did 😅.
Congrats! Thanks for watching
Fort regrettable que ce soit pa dis en Francais
J'ai entendu de nombreux Européens parler du manque d'options d'achat. Merci d'avoir regardé
It's called a Rat Tail tang.
Thanks for watching Lee
الله اكير سبحان بحمده سبحان الله العظيم
Thanks for watching
149 for a Taipan, omg that's insane.
You have to stop showing the Nice Cold Steels, i am still on the CS train you know that.
It's super easy to see the hollow grind if you put something flat on it.👍
Even the current price of $165 is a steal! Have you seen video of the older Imperial Tai Pan? Wish I was into blades when that was released . Love the double edged dagger blade, Maybe it's the symmetry of the overall piece! Just picked up a Carbon Fiber Combat Troodon apocalyptic! Thanks for watching and hope you and your family are well!
@@knifevideochannel4657 You mean the one with the Damascus blade? That looked like a whole other Cold Steel back then.
I am also really feeling the double edge dagger vibe lately. I really didn´t like that bladeshape in the past, hmm interesting how things change. Mmm, the Combat Trodon is the best looking OTF Microtech makes in my opinion. The bigger blade seems nice with the slimmer profile.
What do you think about the Acta Non Verba M500? Another one that´s not so inexpenisve, but i really like the look.
Thank you Sir, hope you and your family are well too!
@@megaronknives3032 The M500 is a beautiful knife and with decently tough Elmax steel, That Sheath too! Price is all over on that knife, BHQ and Chicago Knife Works $359, Knife Center pre order for $472.00 ?!? 😲 Yeah , The Imperial Tai Pan is the Damascus version!
This SS Carbon Fiber Combat Troodon Apocalyptic DE I just got, Is the nicest looking Microtech that's not a Marifone custom. It's actually almost an ounce lighter too!
@@knifevideochannel4657 Why are daggers sooooo expensive? I mean i get it, harder to grind, but sooo incredible expensive, Maybe they don´t want to make as many.
That Imperial Tai Pan is not cheap either :D They made an Imperial Tanto too, but the Tai Pan looks nicer.
Hmm you gotta show us that now.
Check out the price on this piece of Art!!
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What is the better Steel ? 3v or the san mai ?
Because this isn't a big chopper or camp knife , I'd go with the San Mai for its stainless steel. That being said, If your going to stab through car hoods and ammo cans the 3V hits the mark. They both have strengths and weaknesses. Thanks for watching Renke
Fulltang ?
No! It's still tough though, There's Videos from Cold Steel abusing the blade. Thanks for watching
Cheap version of the peacekeeper one not worth it
Thanks for watching
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Appreciate the info