Cold Steel – CS49KST – Steel Tiger – Fixed Blade Knife – AUS-8A Stonewash Karambit – Kray-Ex – Black

Description

The Cold Steel Steel Tiger (Model CS49KST) is a high-performance tactical blade that blends traditional Indonesian karambit design with modern engineering and materials. Created through a collaboration between Cold Steel founder Lynn C. Thompson and the late custom knifemaker Steven Likarich, this blade embodies strength, precision, and ergonomic excellence. Designed for serious tactical users, the Steel Tiger features a deeply curved blade that maximizes slashing and hooking capabilities. The aggressive talon-style shape allows for formidable penetration and cutting power, making it a top choice for defensive applications, martial artists, and collectors of combat-ready blades. Crafted from Japanese AUS-8 stainless steel, the 4.75″ blade undergoes a rigorous vacuum heat treatment and sub-zero quenching process, delivering excellent hardness, edge retention, and resistance to corrosion. The taper-ground blade is stonewashed to reduce reflectivity and add a rugged finish suited for real-world use. Comfort and control are central to this design. The handle, made of a durable Griv-Ex™ core, is over-molded with Cold Steel’s proprietary Kray-Ex™ polymer. This dual-layer construction ensures a secure, non-slip grip, even under extreme conditions. The pronounced finger ring provides additional retention and handling options for both forward and reverse grips, favored by karambit practitioners. A Secure-Ex® sheath is included, offering versatile carry options. Whether lashed to gear or worn using the removable boot/belt clip, the sheath provides fast access while ensuring the knife remains safely secured when not in use.

Specifications:
Model Number: CS49KST
Blade Length: 4.75″
Overall Length: 8.75″
Blade Thickness: 5.0 mm
Weight: 5.0 oz.
Blade Steel: Japanese AUS-8 Stainless Steel, Stonewashed Finish
Handle Material: 5.0″ Griv-Ex™ with Overmolded Kray-Ex™
Sheath: Secure-Ex® with Removable Boot/Belt Clip

What’s more, you can experience this item for yourself by holding, smelling it or even taking a selfie with it in person at our local store, Sharp Things OKC, located at 6610 N. May Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73116. Alternatively, you can purchase with confidence here online at www.SharpThings.com. You will experience world-class customer service in either environment. Don’t miss out on this exceptional product – add it to your cart and your collection today. Feel free to give us a call 7 days a week anytime between 9 AM and 9 PM. 405-286-2112 with any questions.