Cold Steel AD-10 - Overview and Review
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Demko definately designed the Tri-ad lock. It's even in the name now that I think of it, A.D.
This is a strider hinderer meford grayman killer. Beastly knife.
Just picked up one about 1.5 weeks ago. I was not a Cold Steel fan. Love the blade and my thought are just as yours.
I wish it had Ti liners and the pommel was metal - it seems to be polymer. I’ll have those items upgraded and it will serve as my “apocalypse folder”.
Oh, I bought another yesterday. 🤭
@@WDLC1911you bought x2 AD10 ??????
I absolutely LOVE Cold Steel! Have for twenty years. Best bang for the buck in the knife world period. Glad you enjoy this model. You should try some others! By the way, I’m not a Cold Steel fanboy, as I own more Spyderco than Cold Steel as well as ZT, Benchmade, Kershaw, Buck, CRKT and others. Nice review!
def best folding knife all around the world , idk their fixed tho
Demko did invent the TRI-AD lock....The only difference between his custom and the AD-10 is the material i.e. Titanium vs. Aluminum . There is a video he made on you tube about the difference of the two. I was totally surprised with this one. Definitely worth the money IMO!
Yeah the aluminum liners help to lighten the ad10...and aluminum isn't as weak as some may think...one way to test its strength is to do this ..take a soda can and squeeze it with your hand..then take the tab you use to open the soda and try to bend it..(much) harder to do..plus the liners are almost twice as thick as the soda tab and probably a better grade of aluminum as well..like I said the test sounds stupid but its true.
Yes Demko did invent the triad lock. I watched an interview he did with The Big Canucker and he talks about how he designed it and why. I hope this helps.
I never liked Cold Steels marketing of the Triad either, but that hasn't stopped me from buying them. I wanted the AD10 because I liked the way it looked. When I purchased this folder I didn't expect to EDC it, well I have and it has performed unexpectedly well. I had no idea it was going to be such a great slicer, I had no idea the action was going to be as good as it is. I think this folder is a real deal at $150.00.
Hates Cold Steel... Loves the AD10... This speaks Volumes about how good Cold Steel knives are.
Get the Recon 1. You will enjoy even more.
I Love Cold Steel Knives. Most e.d.c. only type guys don't like CS marketing and CS is not marketing towards you guys , they market to the Military , and to Hunters , and to First Responders and Hard Use Guys and I guarantee these people Love CS's marketing. These people want to know that they can trust their knives in tough situations and not have to worry about the knife breaking or maybe loosing a finger from a weak lock . They don't care if the knife is comfy in their pocket or how it cuts open an envelope. So if you don't like CS's marketing don't watch it , it's not for you anyway .
Great video! Was looking forward to this review, and as always, you did a great job👍
I'm about 4 years behind ya brother and no where near as well spoken, but I'm doing a review of the ad10 myself! Thanks so much for paving the way MC!
Just received this today. Favorite knife in my collection.
Got the ad10 and so glad I did...flat isn't as thick as some people act like it is...it takes an amazing edge...and honestly since getting the flat ground in hand...if I had both flat and hollow to choose from I would get the flat...brutaly tough well built in every way 👍
Yes , Andrew Demko did invent the triad lock. Also you are so missing out on the ad-15 ! It has become one of my new favorites. It’s a beast
That lock is odd looking. Idk... maybe I'll have to give it a go.
Metal Complex it’s pretty rad and fidgety.
Very fair review on a widely popular model. They hit a home run this year with this and the ad15.
I’m with you on the tiny torx. It’s funny to have a t6 on a rajah 2.
Even worse I just reviewed a tighe breaker and the pivot screw is T5. I stripped 2 china bits because my wiha went down to t6. I went out on the same day to buy another wiha set just so that I can adjust the pivot HAHAH. I was so scared to strip the screw. It was like the Hurt Locker.
Great Review!! It means even more coming from someone who wasnt really a huge Cold steel fan!! Just bought my AD-10 and await its arrival!!
The Cold Steel AD-10 may be the best production folding knife ever made. This knife can do it all. It is simply amazing. Also, Cold Steel in general---like them or not---provides the best value for your money of any knife company in my opinion. I have Spydercos, ZTs, Benchmade, Buck, Kershaw, etc., etc., and Cold Steel gives you quality steel at a good price.
Love my AD10. It's just a complete monster that I know I can beat the crap out of and not have to worry about it breaking. I've actually used the PM2 in a hike gone bad situation and it took it no problem but the AD10 just has more of that brute tough feel than even the PM2
There is no reason to get upset about other Companies claiming their knives to be hard use. Good for them!
Just like it’s nothing worth getting upset about, when a 500lbs woman claims that she’s a super model. Good for her!
There is reason to be upset when a company makes false or misleading claims about their products.
Ya but just saying "built for hard use" isn't false or misleading. There is no specific definition of "hard use capable".
Metal Complex the letter of the law kills but the spirit gives life. Even if there is no specific definition I think reasonable people could generally agree with what hard use looks like
Can they? Its one of the most argued about topics in the knife community. Hard use is defined by the individual. Somewhere between continuous cutting into wood or rubber and smashing the blade with a sledge hammer.
Mine just arrived yesterday! Blacked out version, great piece of kit!
I think it is a great knife. Beats paying custom prices. I can carry it EDC but carry a lot of large knives. Carried a. Espada XL for awhile so this is easy.
Great review glad to hear you talk well about it. Have a great day see next video and stay safe in the meantime.
I'm like you. I have not purchased a knife made in Taiwan in 20 years but I bought the AD15. I had to have it and don't regret it.
Everyone is telling me how much they like the AD15... I'm starting to think I need to give it a shot.
The 4Max leaps over that line that the AD10 stepped over.
Thick 20CV blade
Ti Liners, Backspacer, and clip.
It’s a monster. Much more knife for the money, than you can get anywhere else.
For a blade that size, and that premium, you have to look at Medford, Crusader Forge, etc.
And you ain’t gonna get it for nowhere near the price of a 4Max.
The only thing I prefer about the 4 max over this guy is the 20cv steel. It's just too big to be a practical edc to me, something the size of the ad10 or ultimate Hunter is a perfect hard use folder to me. If they make me ad10 in 20cv I will snatch that in a heartbeat 😂
The blades not large,but the handle is for someone that has hands like me. I wear 2x gloves and I like how this fits in my hand better than my $300 knives. I carry this too. Very slicey and useful with food prep
Most of cold steel knives don't impress me but now we finally have a budget AD10! Finally at long last! Now hopefully they'll come out with more g10 colors
I was wondering, I don’t think it was mentioned in the video, what is the hole in the scales and liner, right below the pivot?
The AD-10 and Spyderco Subvert are my two favorite folders of 2019.
This is an EDC-knive for EDOW's.
Every Day Outdoor Workers. Which I am happy to be.
Check out the DBK testing of this knive!
Because of DBK i bought it. This is a beast in youre pocket
Great review, I use to feel the same way about knives coming out of Taiwan. These Cold Steel's and Spyderco knives made in Taiwan have really made a difference on how I feel about knives coming out of this region. They take second place to nothing. Fit, finish and materials are impeccable. The Cold Steel AD10 is perfection. My second choice would be the Spyderco Southard made in Taiwan, another engineering marvel.
I have this knife and i love this knife. Been carrying it for about a month now and am sooooo happy i got one. I honestly have contemplated selling other high dollar tactical knives just because this one just out classes it. Then i realized that i aint willing to part with my others. Lol. Just cause i am sick like the rest of us here. Lol. Great blade though. Will never get rid of this one. NEVER!!!
Your choice of a liner lock matches mine, perfectly! I have always argued that in almost every case, a liner lock is more than adequate. The deployment issues a frame lock often causes aren’t worth the trouble. Liner locks have been perfected, are plenty strong, allow the use of decorative materials on the lock side, and don’t cause deployment problems. I will buy and use all kinds of knives, but my first choice will always be a liner lock.
Hey MC, what do you think of the dead bolt lock ? That thing is massive lol
My ad10 kiked my Manix 2 right out of my pocket. My new edc folder. Couldn't be happier. Great vidz MC as always 💪
the biggest surprise of this knife to me was, although being a BEAST, like its ColdSteel tough, yet it will (mine does atleast) cut just as good as 90% of spyderco's, its a beast that still has enough thinness behind the edge to be a tremendous cutter/slicer
Watching this after ordering one from Midway on sale for $99, and this is making me feel even more excited.
I EDC mine everyday, no problems with size, my only complaint is the pocket clip, which I “tweaked” a bit to make it easier to use.
Can't wait to get one of these. Loving the AD15. Took me awhile to get past the marketing as well, but I've become a fan of their knives. Well... Some of them lol.
Ya, their marketing is straight up whackadoodle. Couple of great models though. I need to try a code 4 as well.
Hello. Excellent review! I am a beginner in this wonderful passion, I do a lot of research, but I can't decide between the Benchmade Super Freak and the Ad10. I know that they do not have the same weight and the same blade at all, but they are of a comparable size ... Which do you prefer, if you should choose only one?
The ad10 will withstand substantially more abuse. The Super Freek is much easier to carry though. If you're planning on insanely hard use, ad10. If not, the superfreek is more than enough knife for edc 👍
@@metal_complex Ok, tanks !
Great knife but the pocket clip is way too stiff for the screws that hold it in place. I actually had one screw pull out of the liner so now I have to send it in for repair, hopefully cold Steel’s warranty service is reliable
I love this review cause i love this knife and for it to win you over is a testament to how good it really is i agree with everything you said about the knife and the hood and the bad i thought i would edc it but i reconsidered not because its a massive pocket filler but because i want to keep it looking pristine just like the day i bought it
Just picked this guy up for $114 on Amazon...literally a steel of a deal! Love this thing!
Watch out for counterfeits. Check some vids on youtube to see if its a real AD10! 👍🏼
@@jordy703 it's the real deal... thank goodness!
@@cueball981 😂👍🏼 great man nice deal! I payed €195 euros here in Europe 😬. Glad its a real one mate! 👊🏼
@@jordy703 Thanks for looking out! 👊
Got my Ad10 yesterday on Amazon for $110.00.😊😊😊
Correction, not all Cold Steel knives are made in Taiwan. My 4Max was made in the OOSSA
I think thats the only USA model though isnt it?
Metal Complex for now.
The rest is Japan, Taiwan, and Italy.
I have as much of an issue with a knife made in Taiwan, as I do with a gun made in Germany or the Czech Republic.
There is a clear difference in craftsmanship between Taiwan, and China BTW.
There was a time I shied away from big knives. I had tried a couple, and they seemed to “swim” on me! But I’ve tried a few more now, and I find that many if not most of them fit my hand just fine. I feel that a big knife is more for my money, and can do almost anything a small knife can do, plus quite a few things a small knife CAN’T do.
People like to say the AD10 is too big to edc. I kind of believed them until I got to handle one. If you're the kind of guy that wears jeans/work pants and a belt, the AD10 will work just fine. Pajama pants and gym shorts with no belt.... you'll have some issues lol.
Cold Steel's marketing kind of rubs me weird as well. But when I saw the AD10 I liked it a lot. Waited until I found a deal and then jumped on it. Seriously worth it IMO. Mine is a hollow ground model, I hear the new ones are flat. I wouldn't care either way, but it is a very sharp, very slicey blade. It's a large knife, but honestly very carryable. And it will take a beating. Definetly an addition to my collection that is not going anywhere. I really want to get my hands on a Hinderer XM-18 gen 6 3.5 slicer but paying that much for a knife...maybe one day!
Kinda off topic but have you checked out a Hinderer Ranch Bowie yet? I got one a few weeks ago, its a beast of a knife and surprisingly slicey.. Probably second only to my DLT manix 2 in my personal collection, tho I don't own a pm2.. yet
Ive been eyeing it...
Hey MC, I could be wrong but I herd that it was assembled in Taiwan and t hff e blades were made here?
Nice review! Errbody loves Cold Steel
I have the ad10. It’s a bit too tall closed for edc for me. The other downside is the jimping on the blade. Too sharp for bare thumbs. I still rather enjoy the “little” guy. I’ve beat the hell out of mine(destroyed a pallet and even pried with it. Still in perfect shape).
On sale rn for $99 on Amazon for prime days 2021.
I like coldsteel knives, they are the big daft labrador's of the knive world and they are realy good knives to use.
When i get stranded on a desert island i hope i am carrying my 4 max.
bought it to edc just like u said :)
Nice video!
tbh MC said its not an EDC knife but to me an EDC knife isnt just a small light knife for opening boxes TO ME , ¨EDC¨ meaning is a knife that i can and will use for everything and anything wich could be to opening a boxe to cutting wood and huge 2x4 and yes the AD10 can destroy 2x4
The AD 10 is a flat grind indeed.
I have an American Lawman and a Recon 1 in OD green here in front of me-both flat grinds (no (R) in between the CTS XHP logo) and a Coyote Brown Recon 1 with a hollow grind (with the (R) in between the CTS XHP logo😉
Pinned! 👍
Awesome blade I have mine in my pocket right now. I believe I heard you say it was a saber grind and it is definitely a hollow grind.
Thanks 👍
Metal Complex or....is it?
Looks pretty much like a V-flat grind to me...
I think he's right. It's hollow. *EDIT* someone else is now telling me it's actually a flat grind 😅
Metal Complex Yeah mate-that's exactly what it is😉
Just put something flat against the secondary bevel and compare it with a blade you know for sure is hollow grind-you can tell the difference right away
CRKT Flatiron? 🤔 I just got my first Cold Steel (Mini Recon 1 Tanto) at Mickey's Surplus (KCKS) last week. I love it!
Frame lock or Triad Lock overkill for a folder? What else would they be used on lol? Fixed blades don't need a lock!
How come I see these brand new on ebay for $50?
Because they're clones
This should have more views and I really like knife just wish liners were skeleton for weight and a clip that is easier to put in pocket. Its so bad I really can't wear it as is.
You said lock back is this indeed a lock back or triad lock ?
Code 4 is best for carrying and the s35 is great try one
Looked it up and you are correct.. AD Invented the Triad & the Scorpion Locking systems.. As per GOOGLE
I want one of these bad.. sold out all over
I have this knife and like it. Bit why not use 7075 aluminum instead of t6061
@@KB-kw8ni I disagree, it may be strong enuf but i like wiggle room and overbuikt knives
And I’m buying one. S35VN Tanto blade
I like your honesty. I had the same when a knive came from asia I wouldn’t like it. I did learn that some great knives do let their knives make in Taiwan and ultimately the company is responsible for the final product. So if the company is extremely picky they would not accept a bad finish. So if the company is good it doesnt matter its made in Taiwan. China is a different story for me still.. but Taiwan and Japan fine by me. With al do respect.
Muito bom!
I have had only one cold steel product that I was not happy with , the grinds were wonkey and the pivot pin on the triad lock was seated crooked and I was worried that it would fail ? , it was the lone star hunter I was extremely disappointed because I love the fundamental design and full flat grind and now it's hard to find new . I understand about the concerns with their marketing and practices , I only own some of their very low budget knives but I like /love them. If you're looking for a very small edc full tang user I highly recommend the mini Pendleton hunter , it's sturdy and light weight and I find it very comfortable despite its size and I have xxl large hands , the sheath does not create any problems getting in and out of vehicles or sitting and is easy to deploy and resheath one handed and is low profile , the sheath is not impressive but I don't feel that it's worth upgrading. Thanks for the review I like this AD10 and enjoyed your review. Thanks
Wouldn’t it be possible to get T8 screws that would fit? If somebody had them FS, I’d be a buyer!
Tan G10 American made price point when I last checked was $800.000 - $850.000
For me it's between getting the ad10 and the shaman....I'm personally leaning toward the ad10 but since they've went away from a hollow grind to a flat grind I'm not sure...it doesn't seem like the ad10 would take a very sharp edge in its current state compared to when it was hollow...and what sways me away from the shaman is that in the videos to me the blade doesn't look that thick or beefy its not necessarily that I want the ad10 more than the shaman ..I'm just confused...and the weight of a knife isn't an issue...the day I moan and groan about a knife that ways out in oz"s not (pounds) than I'm pathetic anyway and shouldn't even leave the house lol
His Custom is $1,500 from him. Nearly double that on the secondary market.
NIce review. Shame about the background making the knife handle gray and not black.
Bro help me decide between the AD-10 and AD-15 I can't choose which one I want, and I don't really want both. I just want a folder I can kick the crap out of but is still smooth with nice action. I boiled it down to the AD-10 and AD-15, really can't decide.
They're both pretty tough folders but if you look at how the scorpion lock on the AD15 functions it basically cannot fail, or if it did it really can't close and hurt you, as you're applying pressure to the lock bar. That said, the AD10 looks tougher...just because of the gap in the AD15. Its a personal preference kind of thing but I've decided on both. AD10 for general use and AD15 for those times when I want something more interesting...possibly a conversation starter. I have and carry Benchmade, Spyderco, Bestech, Kizer, Boker, Gerber, etc. I've started liking these bigger, tougher knives lately though.
@@scotteger6271 I went ahead and got a 4Max scout instead of the AD-10 and AD15. I just wanted something big and solid to take camping with me that didn't take up much room in my pack.
The 4MAX Scout came out and I grabbed that. It's perfect as a camp beater.
@@londiniumarmoury7037 how is the AUS10a steel holding up on the Scout?
@@scotteger6271 Honestly very well, it holds an edge surprisingly long for a non powder steel, it kind of reminds me of Hogues 154CM, the way it keeps a good edge even after chopping. Then only takes 1-2 passes on a ceramic rod and it's back past hair shaving sharp. I love this steel.
@@londiniumarmoury7037 good to know thanks
Just ordered one, these are $114 on Amazon right now
Yes, Andrew Demko invented the Triad lock system
I’d love to see this in a tanto
That would definitely make a lot of Cold Steel fans happy!
alicia martinez - lol, yeah, but it would misrepresent what the AD-10 custom is. They would probably be better off making a tanto American Lawman, or Ulti. Hunter.
I think in the meanwhile you know that the "AD" in Tri-AD stands for Andrew Demko.
Now with GOAT scales, I bet your thoughts on this knife changed😂
The triad lock is the strongest lock. Sorry.
I'm going to continue to think the way I do. Sorry.
I love cold steel but to each his own.
I agree. I never liked the looks of Cold Steel knives but that’s pure personal that doesn’t say they’re great knifes. But this one i liked immediately and i like a a lot! I just bought one and it’s amazing! I like sturdy knives well i got served 😂💪
Ps: i dont think its heavy but compared with the others oke its heavy but just in the hand its fine i dont mind it being in my pocket. And yes i cut my finger first day. Deadly sharp!
I get it. Cold Steel marketing is so over the top. Even if they are objectively great tools, there is nothing that even resembles humility in how they do things across the brand. Everyone parrots how the triad lock is the strongest ever...but I think this idea spread because it's actually true. I was not initially a cold steel fan, but over the years, I have accumulated more of their knives than the next two brands put together. They are hilariously extreme and pretentious in they way the represent their knives, but they are such great and reliable tools, I cant help but defend them.
This thing is pretty sweet. And cheap. Dang.
Would you like to trade for a ZT 0550?
Boy, the content presentation has changed. lol
This knife is small compared to the kizer sheepdog xl. As for being made in the US i particularly don't care, all i care is that it will last me through my hard times
...chops a leg off of a dead cow hanging from the ceiling... Hahaha! That was epic. Awesome review. I'm not much of a Cold Steel fan either but... This just looked too good to pass up at this price point so I bought one as an alternative to a fixed blade. I'm going to use this for backpacking and backwoods camping as It takes up less space than a fixed blade and there is no extra sheath weight. Bonus. Cheers!
Comments about CS's marketing, seem to *CONSUME* reviewers
* *throws jeans with flames on them in the trash* *
The AD10 is little brother to the 4 max.
Yes Andrew demko invented traiad lock
hi praise from previously a nah sayer
titanium is light btw
I think if you don't expect a cold steel to cut you probably haven't had a ton of experience with them. From my experience they tend to come out of the box very sharp and well designed for cutting and ergonomics in the hand. Admittedly the advertising stinks and the fans can be somewhat annoying and I don't agree with their political principles or some of their business actions but they make good knives at a good price.
The Code 4 is a great value imo, the Recon 1 is less of a good value but still comes in ahead of most big name brands but it's still a great knife as a tool though it's obviously not nearly the fidget spinner of the knife world that the axis lock or compression lock knives can be. The Voyager knife series are okay value some of the others are mixed but the flagships are really bringing the value. Oh right the American Lawman also a good one, as is the broken skull if you can get over the dumb name.
Not for me I only buy USA made knives. As always a good review thanks 🐱
Cold Steel does it again. Dude , you have it wrong , Cold Steel has plenty of "Real" hard use and tactical knives made for the real world . Don't knock it , till you try it . Yes, some of their marketing is over the top , but their testing is real , and their knives are true. And they also have some of the Best Bang for Buck Knives on the market , I mean they have a dozen models with XHP or S35VN priced under , some well under , $100 , not many companies can say that. And by the way, the Tri AD lock has been beating the piss out of frame locks for years , just check out some of their videos or you can ask CRK .
Thanks. I believe it's great.
Seriously. Another thing people overlook is that cold steel always gives you very good edge geometry. Their grinds and edges always slice and perform as a slicer first and a chopping machine second. Alot of manufacturers send you a brick that is so thick behind the edge it can't even slice mail open. While cold steels tend to be big monstrous blades they succeed at slicing much better than some of the competition.
The triad lock is the strongest and Cold Steel shit on a lot when it comes to use but they don't make pretty knives.
This or the sr1
Opinel has the strongest locking mechanism for me, concept not material wise.
The entire pivot section is surrounded 360 degrees by 2 steel sleeves which prevents forward backward and sideways motion. Cold Steel is very strong in one direction only but not for sideways torque.
In concept, you may be correct. It would be interesting to see a more "heavy duty" version of Opinel's ring lock.
Perhaps the Taiwanese are better than the Americans in manufacturing. They make some of the best and highest tech components in the world.
What a great knife to spread peanut butter.