Cold Steel CS-35AM San Mai Recon 7" Tanto Fixed Blade VG-10 Steel

The Cold Steel CS-35AM San Mai Recon delivers professional-grade cutting performance with its 7-inch VG-10 San Mai steel blade construction. This fixed blade tanto combines Japanese steel craftsmanship with tactical durability for demanding field applications. The laminated steel construction provides superior edge retention while maintaining the toughness required for heavy-duty tasks.

What Makes This Different

The VG-10 San Mai blade construction sets this knife apart from standard carbon steel alternatives. San Mai forging creates a hard VG-10 steel core laminated between softer steel layers, delivering exceptional sharpness retention while preventing brittleness. This three-layer construction achieves 60-61 HRC hardness at the cutting edge while maintaining flexibility in the spine. The result is a blade that holds a razor edge longer than conventional steels while resisting chipping under stress.

Key Features

• 7-inch VG-10 San Mai laminated steel blade with 60-61 HRC edge hardness
• Traditional tanto point geometry for enhanced penetration and tip strength
• Black textured Kray-Ex handle provides secure grip in wet conditions
• Full tang construction extends through handle for maximum durability
• Plain edge design optimized for precision cutting tasks
• Tactical black finish reduces glare and resists corrosion
• Includes secure-fit polymer sheath with multiple carry options

Field testing demonstrates consistent performance across temperature extremes and high-moisture environments. The VG-10 steel core maintains sharpness through extended cutting sessions while the San Mai construction prevents edge rolling on hard materials. Law enforcement and military personnel rely on this blade geometry for breaching applications and utility tasks. The Kray-Ex handle material maintains grip security even when contaminated with blood, oil, or water.

Technical Specs

• Overall Length: 12 inches
• Blade Length: 7 inches
• Blade Thickness: 0.25 inches
• Steel: VG-10 San Mai laminated construction
• Handle Material: Black textured Kray-Ex polymer
• Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Tang: Full tang construction
• Sheath: Secure-Fit polymer with belt loop
• Country of Origin: Taiwan
• Manufacturer: Cold Steel

Professional users choose the CS-35AM for applications requiring both precision and durability. The San Mai steel construction delivers performance that exceeds standard tactical knives while the proven tanto geometry handles the most demanding cutting scenarios. This represents a significant upgrade over basic carbon steel alternatives.