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Cold Steel Voyager XL Knife Review

By Ben North

Updated on June 19, 2024

Sometimes Size Matters

The Cold Steel Voyager XL is a big folding knife. So big in fact that when it was first announced many years ago I just sort of ignored it as a gimmick, because I thought it was too big to be a practical EDC pocket folder.

Turns out I was an idiot. While it certainly takes up more space in your pants or shorts pocket than an average folding knife it is surprisingly comfortable in the pocket of the type of clothing worn by the sort of person who would carry this knife.

Obviously it would be a bit cramped in the blood flow-restricting skinny jeans that seem to be popular with the weirdly bearded hipster class that infests America’s more densely populated regions, but I don’t think they are the target demographic Cold Steel had in mind when they designed this knife.

The Voyager XL has been my primary EDC for over six months now, and I am surprised at how many times the bigger than average size has been advantageous. In fact it has me wondering if my wife has been lying to me all these years, but that is a subject for a different post.

Knife Specifications

Blade construction and design.

The Voyager XL comes in three different blade styles: Drop Point, Tanto and Vaquero. I am partial to drop point, so that’s the focus for this review. I considered getting the Vaquero for a minute, because I thought it would be funny for my friends to ask, “Is that a Vaquero in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?”, but I am a clip point addict, and my friends are not that witty.

Cold Steel has recently begun moving many of their knives from AUS-8 steel to Carpenter CTS BD1 stee l, and the Voyager is one of those knives. You can still find AUS8 steel versions out there, and they are usually around $25 cheaper than the new versions with the CTS BD1 steel. Due to my propensity for losing knives or dropping them in the water I picked up an AUS8 version as well as the CTS BD1 steel version.

AUS8 steel certainly has a few detractors, but I have always found it to be a more than serviceable option for any job I needed it to do, and I am pretty tough on knives. It does lose it’s edge quicker than higher end steels like CTS BD1 and S30V, but I find sharpening to be fun and relaxing.

The fact that knives made with AUS8 are usually quite a bit cheaper is important to those of us who lose knives on regular basis or have bank accounts can’t that support the shiny blade addictions of the gainfully employed steel nerds. In spite of my poor man’s affinity for AUS8 steel, I have to admit that the Carpenter CTS BD1 steel is superior to AUS8 in almost every way including edge retention and corrosion resistance.

2024 Update Cold Steel has upgraded the Voyager XL’s blade steel to AUS10A which offers a significan edge retention upgrade without sacrificing corrosion resistance.

The blade of the Voyager XL was crazy sharp on delivery, and it was centered well with no vertical or horizontal play which is really impressive for a folder this big at this price point. The blade is a  serrated/plain edge combo which I have mixed feelings about. Sometimes a bit of serration is nice, but it is more difficult to sharpen. If you are anti serration there is a 100% plain edge version, and if you love serrated blades there is a version that is almost 100% serrated.

The blade has a full flat grind and a nice thin edge. The Voyager XL has a very aggressive clip point which is good from a tactical standpoint, but not ideal for a work knife. The blade has ambidextrous thumb studs that are well placed, but it takes a little practice to open the knife smoothly due to it’s above average size.

I personally ignore the thumb studs and just flip it open. The Voyager XL has a really smooth action, but it doesn’t feel like it wants to jump out of your hand when you flip it open quickly like some other large folders do.

Handle Construction and Ergonomics

The Voyager handle is made of Cold Steel’s Grivory which is a glass reinforced polymer resin that I have always found to be tough and durable. The handle is heavily textured from one end to the other, and this texture is especially nice when using the Voyager XL in wet weather. I have used it often in the rain without any problems.

I have read a few complaints about the texture being too rough and a little uncomfortable, but I haven’t noticed that even though my hands are are soft and sissy from spending a lot of time writing, taking pictures, and caressing my reflection in the mirror instead of doing actual real man work. So I don’t think the rough texture will be an issue for most people.

One of the features of the Voyager XL that make it practical and fairly easy to use for everyday tasks is its large handle.

At 6.8 inches the handle is one of the largest of any pocket folder, and Cold Steel utilizes this space well to make the Voyager fairly versatile and easy to grip. There is a large finger groove on the front of the handle that helps make the handle more grippable, and there are two finger grooves on the back of the handle right where it forms a semi hook shape.

The rear finger grooves and the semi hook shape combine to provide an extremely secure grip when chopping or reaching to cut something. There have been several times I have found myself using this grip to slice through weeds, blackberry bushes or hard to reach fishing line caught in tree branches, which is a great testament to the knife handle’s utility. Less so my casting technique.

The area between the two sets of finger grooves is contoured, which helps make the handle more comfortable regardless of where you hold it.

While I personally like the shape and placement of the finger grooves on the Voyager XL handle, there are those who have complained that this handle limits the user’s grip options, and I have to concede that there is some truth to that. While the conventional saber grip is easy, the reverse grip is limited somewhat by the inability to put your thumb over the butt of the handle unless you have huge hands.

This doesn’t bother me much, because the unique chopping ability and added reach the long hooked handle give me are worth the few grip limitations they create. However, if I were looking for a large folding EDC primarily for tactical reasons the grip constraints may be an issue.

My limited tactical knife training consist mostly of getting my ass kicked in training knife sparring matches by a few friends who have been well trained in knife Eskrima. That probably makes me more of an expert than your average person, but I am not gonna pretend I am qualified to recommend the best tactical knife for you or your dog.

There are a few other cool details in the handle, like the fact that this knife has Cold Steel’s awesome tri-ad lock which may be the best back lock in the folding knife world.

This is especially important with a knife that has a blade long enough to take off four of your fingers if it were to fail at the wrong time. It also has 6061 heat treated aluminum liners which help make this knife more durable, and are partially responsible for it’s impressive weight of 7.4 ounces.

One of the most common complaints of this knife is how tight the clip is when the Voyager is new. It is definitely the tightest clip of any knife I have ever owned, and it will mark your pocket up pretty bad until it is broken in. If you’re that concerned about your pants, it can be ground down or you can put a nickel or two in the clip for a few days to loosen it up a bit.

Closing Thoughts & Opinions

Obviously I am not capable of doing a subjective review of this knife, because it is my favorite EDC, and I own a lot of knives. That being said, I love this knife, because it helps me do my job. I spend a lot of time in the wilderness taking photos, and having a knife that is basically a mini machete that also works well for camp food prep is great.

While I realize that my situation is unique, there is something to be said for the fact that this knife has been in production for over 15 years, because Cold Steel would not have kept selling and upgrading this knife if it were not popular. I’m guessing I’m not the only person out there who thinks it’s the handiest knife they own.

Considering the fact that this knife usually sells for around $50 I think it is steal for any knife enthusiast, but like I said before, I am not capable of objectivity when it comes to this knife. It’s great for pretty much everything I do outdoors.

I haven’t spent a lot of time talking about the tactical benefits of this knife, because I don’t feel qualified, but I think the sheer size of the Cold Steel Voyager XL might get you out of a potentially violent situation. It is pretty scary when it is opened and mildly scary when it is closed.

If you are wondering about the Tanto or Vaquero models of the Cold Steel XL check out the reviews on More Than Just Surviving . Their reviews are very thorough, and I think they usually write sober. Sobriety and thoroughness are two things you will rarely find on Nothing But Knives , because we still think incoherent enthusiasm somehow makes up for drunken laziness.

About Ben North

Ben started a twenty year commercial photography career after a blurry stint in the navy. He spent a lot of time losing and breaking knives and other EDC gear on location shoots before starting Nothing But Knives. He has reviewed and tested hundreds of both outdoor and kitchen knives over the course of the last six years, and he was mostly sober while testing and reviewing.

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Cold Steel Voyager XL Vaquero Folding Knife Review

February 8, 2016 by Thomas Xavier | Updated: March 26, 2020 16 Comments

Hot on the heels of my Cold Steel Voyager Tanto XL review I now bring you the review for the Vaquero version of the same knife. Superficially, these two knives may seem quite similar due to the identical handles, however, as you will soon find out, the Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL has some unique quirks of its own.

Much like the Tanto Voyager, this is a huge knife. The core difference is the sheer amount of blade you get. The tanto doesn’t have that much belly, unlike the Vaquero. It’s definitely more than a handful and will take over your entire pocket should you choose to EDC it.

Opened, you get a glimpse of that insane blade. The Voyager Tanto has a more heavy duty/beater aesthetic to it, but this blade is all bad intent. This is not designed to cut cardboard or slice tomatoes (although it does both quite nicely), this is 100% a two legged predator filleting knife. It’s one of the few knives that has ever made me flinch when whipping it out. The first day I wielded it, it left a nasty impression on my finger, and as you can imagine, was entirely unapologetic about that.

I think Cold Steel should have called it the Widow Maker. I get the Spanish Vaquero vibe with those sexy swoops and lean cutting performance, but frankly this is an evil, evil blade. I have mean looking knives, like my Boker CLB Karambit , but this one takes the cake in terms of sheer intimidation factor.

The Cold Steel Vaquero XL is 12.25 inches (31 cm) long overall with 6.75 inches (17 cm) of that being the handle. So as you can imagine, wielding it in public is… interesting. I did it once with my in laws and they just stared at me like I had two heads. My advice (unless you enjoy horrifying people) is to use this around the more outdoorsy types and not at a family picnic. You might cause a stampede (away from you, not toward you); just sayin’.

Below you can see the core difference between the Cold Steel Voyager Tanto XL and this Vaquero. Some might question why I would review this one seeing as it’s so similar, but as you can see, the blade on the Vaquero is tapered to a toothpick. Unlike the Tanto Voyager XL, you wont want to pry with this one – at all, even though the stock is 4 mm at its thickest point.

A lot of this review will echo my previous thoughts on the Tanto Voyager, of course. The Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL is  a lightweight beefy knife thanks to the most excellent TRIAD lock. I am sure by now you are sick and tired of me raving about this lock, but really, it’s pretty darn amazing. Demko did an amazing job designing it and Cold Steel knocked it out of the park when it came to executing it across their entire folding knife range (for the most part) at an extremely affordable price point.

I am always impressed by how much Cold Steel brings to the table for such a modest sum!

The full flat ground blade is super super lean with a scary sharp edge out of the box (my fingers can attest to this). The Vaquero XL is a horribly vicious slicer and I caution against waving this bad boy around, as anyone near you might lose a limb or two.

The newer Vaqueros come with Carpenters CTS-BD1 steel, which is an upgrade over the AUS-8A one that I have, although not a particularly noticeable upgrade in terms of real-world use (I have both and couldn’t tell the difference personally).

As I said, extremely tapered edge. This steel shard will stab through anything like butter. I am surprised the nanny state hasn’t forced Cold Steel to add a warning label before shipping it out!

Fit and finish on the Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL is quite excellent. We are talking about a relatively inexpensive knife with world class grinds and a crazy amount of blade – frankly, Cold Steel never fails to amaze me.

Nested liners; very happy with that. The weight rings in at 7.2 ounces, which is very impressive for a knife with 5.5 inches of blade. A lot of that is thanks to the lightweight “Grivory” (basically a glass reinforced nylon) scales which offer decent rigidity with the steel liners and excellent grip with that protruding cross pattern.

Deployment of the Voyager XL Vaquero is very smooth. It’s always interesting to unleash a 5.5 inch blade, but after 20 minutes of flipping it about and scaring everyone around me, it felt like any of my EDC folders. Sure, I had to adjust my grip a smidgen, but it’s remarkably “normal” if that makes any sense.

The Vaquero is tip up only. Reversible because Cold Steel provides an extra clip in the box. It’s sorta discreet (I guess..) for a nearly 7 inch folder in your pocket. Then again, if you buy this, subtlety is not exactly the calling card you’re intending to use.

No choil, but a decent un-sharpened section will protect your digits (possibly) should the lock fail. That being said, it’s a Cold Steel TRI-AD locking knife, so go wild and live a little. I have absolutely no fears when it comes to treating this knife roughly. The only area of concern for me is the somewhat fragile tip, as it’s basically a stainless steel splinter. Not quite as acute as the Kershaw Leek , but definitely up there in the needlepoint rankings.

Interestingly, the blade is ground in a way that reminds me very strongly of the Spyderco Temperance 2 . It’s flawless in its execution (at least with the example I have) and I am really impressed with the grinds on the Vaquero XL.

The blade of the Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL has that crazy recurve to it. In practice, I don’t notice it much – it just offers excellent pull cut performance and a lot of belly. The only thing I would add is that sharpening might be a problem if you don’t have a rod style sharpener like the Spyderco Sharpmaker . I don’t see how you would sharpen this on a waterstone.

The grip and comfort is identical to the Cold Steel Tanto Voyager XL. You can expect to find the same excellent ergonomics and choices/cut outs throughout which lock your hand in. With or without texturing and jimping, this knife isn’t going anywhere.

Choking up on the Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL is pretty comfortable. Detail work with a knife this size is always going to be a challenge, but if you’re making wood shavings or a point on a stick, then it’s definitely comfortable (enough). The recurve full flat ground blade adds a lot of slicing real estate, far more than the Tanto Voyager XL has.

Choking back on the Cold Steel Vaquero XL is where this angel of death gives you all kinds of bad ideas. It’s a ridiculously potent weapon. I don’t EDC this knife, but if I had to sweep the house after hearing a broken window, this is the knife I would grab. Frankly, with a blade this mean, technique is almost superfluous to requirement. Point towards enemy. Yep.

In terms of having a blade that combines slashing, penetration, and power almost organically, this is the knife. I can think of no alternative. The Spyderco Civilian is a better slasher and a Boker Applegate will stab better, but nothing I own will do both (together) as well as this.

Pinch grip is not comfortable but in a pinch (heh), it’s viable. Would you really take this knife to harvest wild flowers though?

And finally, balance point: perfect. And I do mean actual perfection.

The Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL is light in the hand and balanced like the mean martial blade craft blade it asserts itself to be. Hold the Vaquero for more than 10 seconds and you will find your eyes darting around your environment looking for something to slice. It’s what it was meant to be.

It’s hard to review these enormous knives (but a lot of fun) as the performance as an EDC is, of course, limited by size, at least in my neck of the woods. When I reviewed the Tanto Voyager XL , someone did mention that they could EDC a knife this size, and to that I say, kudos and please adopt me.

Where I am, I can’t walk around with this in my pocket. Canada technically has no law that explicitly forbids this, but the police have a lot of discretion and I don’t think they will take kindly to someone saying they use the Vaquero XL to peel apples.

It’s sad that we live in a world where I have to rationalize with the policing powers that be what my tool is intended for, but that’s the way it is. This is why we should all support each other in this community. I fear in the future people will expect such badass tools to be nothing more than wall hangers – and that’s a damn shame.

With that said, the Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL is a well ground blade with a bucket loads of cutting performance. We are talking class leading slashing results here, swing downwards and it cuts. Tatami mat? No problem.  It’s light and at the end of the day a formidable self defense option.

Whether this is something you desire, well that’s up to you.  In terms of this knife or the Tanto Voyager XL, both are visually impressive. In terms of intimidation factor and cutting performance, I would have to give the edge to the Vaquero, but the Tanto is undoubtedly tougher thanks to that tanto tip. I own both and I am pretty content with that situation. For me, why chose?

The Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL is a dilemma wrapped in a quagmire.

I love it, but I can’t carry it. Its sheer size and aesthetics greatly limit where I can take this knife and thus, for me it will sadly be something I carry around the house or homestead exclusively.

If you live in a civilized community where you can use such a beast without fearing legal repercussions – do it. Because one day, you might not be able to.

About Thomas Xavier

Knife aficionado and lifelong tinkerer. Into bushcraft, hiking, and gear.

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December 12, 2017 at 11:53 am

I love this blade. I have 3 of them. I have one plain edge and 2 serrated XL. I have been carrying since redesigned. I train using Janich focused targeting and am big on slashing for disabling. The Vaquero was made for this as it cuts on its own using that big belly. With the serrations its devastating, and the CS serrations dont catch like the Spyderco Matriarch etc. I edc this knife daily in a defense sense using Extreme Custom Kydex Auto Sheath on my belt left of waistline in a horizontal carry cross draw method. I have both serrated and non serrated versions. I also carry using same ECK auto sheath in a Mercharness and sometimes a CRKT Biotac. I also alternate in Cold Steel AK47 Large and Talwar XL in same configuration. The Voyager XL is best bang for buck, lightest for big blade, and most importantly balances much better than G10 handled Talwar or AK. The Endura is just to small for grip in a quick draw situation. They are great defense only knives–meaning I only carry and use them in defense situation or extreme sense–so far none ever used but drawn a few times just in case. I carry small folder for edc use—usually Delica or Rajah 3 but trying out new CS Grik.

January 8, 2018 at 10:05 am

Sounds like you have a solid set up, could you share your experiences with drawing your knives out in a hostile situation?

September 7, 2017 at 1:40 am

A very nice review. I’d like to give my two cents on carrying this knife (or any knife) as it relates to self defense. I also reside in Canada and am familiar with how knife carry laws work here, but even so, I don’t think people should worry about “What if a LEO finds me with this?” when choosing a knife for defensive purposes. I’ve carried hundreds of knives (not all at once :P) over the years and, through my whole 3 decades of living here, I’ve only even been stopped and searched by a police officer once, and that was being young, dumb, and full of rum. As long as you aren’t actively causing mayhem with the knife or threatening people in public, just keeping it clipped on your pocket won’t be any cause for alarm, “Out of sight, out of mind” if you will. If you feel it’s a knife you could defend your life with effectively (which of course hopefully would never happen), carry it and be a normal, respectable citizen, and issues with the law will not come up. Having said that I will add that I’m not a lawyer, and the consequences of possibly using this knife in a self defense scenario, then having to explain it in court, is beyond my sphere of knowledge. But as they say, “Better to be judged by 12 than carried by six.” Your call I guess. Also it should go without saying but to be clear, obviously don’t carry it somewhere you could be potentially searched, like a sports event or concert or something. That’s asking for trouble.

September 10, 2017 at 7:26 pm

Aye, but for liability reasons I have to ere on the side of caution when it comes to giving advice on a platform as large as MTJS.

Objectively, when I was in Canada, I carried whatever I wanted. Never really thought about it and as the law didn’t outright say it was illegal (unlike the ambiguity in the UK), I just went ahead and did it.

Thanks for dropping by and sharing your experiences Eliot!

April 21, 2017 at 12:16 pm

Great review! Before Illinois (USA) got concealed carry laws, I carried my 5″ serrated Vaquero for self-defense as there are no blade restrictions here. Outside of a firearm, this is the most vicious pocket weapon I have ever used.

April 27, 2017 at 6:25 pm

Agreed, that blade is straight up vicious. What do you EDC now for a knife?

May 8, 2017 at 3:18 pm

Lately, I’ve been carrying a Cold Steel Mini Tac with a beavertail blade. It sits in my front pocket where my cigarettes used to be.

May 10, 2017 at 7:28 am

I saw those in the past- how are the ergonomics? Always looked weird to me but then again I never handled it so maybe I am missing out!

May 10, 2017 at 9:34 am

The draw is a little awkward but once in hand, the grip is very secure. I’ve only used it for odd tasks so I won’t comment on long term comfort. I just liked the idea of having a three inch fixed blade that sits deep and flat in my pocket. It’s great for that! I figured for the $30 I paid for it on eBay it was worth checking out. I like it so far!

May 19, 2017 at 2:57 pm

Thanks for the feedback mate, much appreciated. Definitely sounds like you got your money’s worth!

April 17, 2017 at 4:06 am

Hi. Already own a Voyager XL plain edge clip point which I EDC…I see the advantage of the recurve and serrated edge but given my situation would it be worth investing in this mean mofo?

April 19, 2017 at 4:36 am

Amko, I will never advise people *against* buying up some XL Cold Steel! Do you need it? Probably not, especially as you already have the Voyager XL! That said, its damn awesome so if you want it- go for it! ;)

February 11, 2016 at 12:33 pm

That’s is a sweet knife. Love that recurve. And surprisingly lightweight at only 7 ounces.

March 4, 2016 at 2:10 am

Aye, I am always shocked when handling this XL Cold Steel knives, super light for the amount of cutting power they possess!

February 11, 2016 at 4:53 am

Ha! “I did it once with my in laws and they just stared at me like I had two heads.”

Glad to see I’m not the only one who has done something like that.

The second photo, knife in hand, blade closed, the way the blade hangs out past the handle, I don’t like that. To me, a folding knife should dissapear, or at least more than partially, within the handle. There’s more to be said about that but I’ve not got the wordsmith on that.

That said, the fourth photo of the blade open, that’s impressive and kind of makes up for everything else, no wonder FerFal talked this knife up the way he did. I want one.

RE: “I am sure by now you are sick and tired of me raving about this lock”

I, for one, am not. Quality is good to know about.

It sure does sit high when it’s clipped onto your pocket. Too high for my comfort. …What’s the lowest sitting ‘best’ knife?

RE: “will protect your digits (possibly)” Ha! … On not,oh.

RE: “The only area of concern for me is the somewhat fragile tip” It’s not a workhorse, then. Just a dedicated defender. Trade offs.

RE: “pull cut performance” I’ve never heard that expression before. Interesting, that.

RE: “The only thing I would add is that sharpening might be a problem” Mang, I only just recently got a bunch of wet sandpaper and it sits on my bench. I guess the key to this knife is, don’t use it unless you’re defending yourself? Easier said, than done.

RE: that photo #15 where you’re holding that knife, whoa, that’s an action photo-don’t-mess-with-me if I ever saw one.

RE: “but if I had to sweep the house after hearing a broken window, this is the knife I would grab.”

“this is the knife I would grab” … You guys got mega self-defense restrictions up there, eh? Can’t grab a Glock. I can’t even imagine. Gives me shivers thinking how limited some people in the world are.

RE: “The Spyderco Civilian is a better slasher and a Boker Applegate will stab better, but nothing I own will do both (together) as well as this.”

I don’t think about knives this way. It’s why I read your stuff.

RE: “Hold the Vaquero for more than 10 seconds…”

Yah, after seeing the photos, I know I’d get one if I picked one up. …Problem is, I’d feel weird having a Spiderco in my right pocket, and that in my left, but, at the same time, if I couldn’t carry a pistola,…

RE: “It’s sad that we live in a world where I have to rationalize with the policing powers that be what my tool is intended for,” THAT’s for sure. Bully’s are funny that way.

RE: “I fear in the future people will expect such badass tools to be nothing more than wall hangers”

In that future, we’re all surfs or slaves. From what I’ve read elsewhere, that’s The Plan.

RE: “If you live in a civilized community where you can use such a beast without fearing legal repercussions”

Keyphrase, “in a civilized community” and, “without fearing”.

Tyranny,… er, I mean, are the soldiers in you country, fighting for your freedom, like they are in mine? It seems that way.

March 4, 2016 at 2:16 am

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Helot, it is indeed a strange world we live in but I am thankful that so many people are seeing the stupidity of so many laws and are choosing to fight against it. We shall see what the future holds! In Canada grabbing a gun to sweep the house might be legal (on paper) but the police won’t look kindly on you dealing with your own problems. I have a family (like many of my readers) to look out for so I can’t afford to put myself in the sort of position where I would spend the next 5 years in and out of court defending myself.

Its sad, but its the way it is.

I am glad to hear that my rambles about how good the TRIAD lock is don’t annoy everyone, sometimes I worry I repeat myself but frankly I feel its worth stating (more than once), with so many options I think companies should be more proactive with offering the best bang for buck possible and I think Cold Steel gets that better than anyone else.

Sigh indeed Helot.

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Cold Steel Voyager Large 4" AUS10A Tanto Point Razor-Sharp Blade 5.25" Griv-Ex Handle Everyday Carry Tactical Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock

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• TANTO POINT BLADE - Lightweight, comfortable, and super sharp, the Cold Steel Voyager Large Tanto Point folding knife is rugged, dependable and perfect for hunting and camping as well as general utility and daily cutting chores
• AUS10A STEEL BLADE - The Cold Steel Voyager Large folding knife's blade is crafted from premium Japanese AUS10A steel, renowned for its outstanding corrosion resistance and remarkable ability to maintain a sharp and durable edge over time
• ERGONOMIC HANDLE - The ergonomic Griv-Ex handle is reinforced with heat-treated 6061 aluminum liners to ensure ultimate durability; This handle provides great comfort and a secure grip even under extended use in tough conditions
• TRI-AD LOCK - Equipped with Cold Steel's renowned Tri-Ad locking mechanism, the Voyager Large folding knife offers unparalleled strength and shock resistance; This locking mechanism enhances the knife's reliability and safety during heavy-duty tasks
• SPECS - Weight: 5 oz (141.7 g); Blade Thickness: 3.5 mm; Blade Length: 4"; Blade Steel: AUS10A; Handle Length/Material: 5.25" Griv-Ex; Overall Length: 9.25"; Knife Type: Folder; Blade Shape: Tanto Point; Locking Mechanism: Tri-Ad Lock

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BLADE STEELS

S35VN: It is very tough, durable, and corrosion-resistant. It will take a fine razor-sharp edge that will last a long time.

AUS8A: This steel has performed amazingly well and has proven to be an excellent steel for working knives - tough, corrosion resistant, with good edge holding, and easy to re-sharpen. AUS10A: AUS 10A is equal in strength and toughness to AUS 8A, but has the extraordinary advantage of an additional 20% in edge holding ability.

8CR13MOV/5CR15MOV: The high-carbon stainless steel has proven itself to be tough and corrosion-resistant. It boasts good edge holding and is easy to re-sharpen.

4116SS: Its carbon and chromium content is balanced for excellent corrosion resistance and strength. Capable of taking a very fine, sharp edge, it makes an outstanding choice.

4034SS: A Japanese-made medium-grade stainless steel that admirably resists corrosion due to its higher Chromium content. It is also easy to sharpen and ensures wear resistance.

LOCKING MECHANISMS

Atlas Lock: It features a sturdy back lock design that ensures the blade remains securely in place during use. It is known for its reliability and simplicity. It provides smooth operation and strong locking performance.

Tri-Ad Lock: Known for its unparalleled strength and durability. This innovative locking system utilizes a unique stop pin and rocker arm design to provide exceptional resistance to lateral blade forces. The Tri-Ad Lock is engineered to withstand extreme pressure.

Rocker: It utilizes a spring-loaded rocker arm to securely engage the blade, holding it securely in the open position while allowing for easy one-handed closing.

Scorpion: This innovative system features a spring-loaded lock bar that engages the blade tang from both sides, resembling the pincers of a scorpion.

Spring-Leaf Lock: It employs a leaf spring that engages with a notch on the blade, holding it open during use. The spring tension can be adjusted to customize the opening and closing resistance.

G-10: Known for its high strength, lightweight, and wear resistance. Provides excellent grip, even in wet conditions.

GFN (Glass-Filled Nylon): Consists of nylon mixed with glass fibers for added strength and rigidity. Offers durability, impact resistance, and affordability. Provides a comfortable and secure grip.

Griv-Ex: Engineered thermoplastic polymer with high impact and abrasion resistance. Offers a balance of durability, lightweight, and affordability.

Carbon Fiber: Known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and sleek appearance. Provides a high-end, premium feel and superior aesthetics.

6061 Aluminum: Provides excellent strength and durability. Offers lightweight construction and resistance to corrosion. Delivers a solid, ergonomic grip and a sleek, metallic finish.

Cold Steel brings new levels of strength, safety, and performance to the market, providing products that you can rely on - Anytime, Anywhere!

Product Description

COLD STEEL VOYAGER LARGE TANTO POINT BLADE FOLDING KNIFE: The Tanto Point Voyager Large is designed to be the true ""everyman"" knife. FEATURES: - 4"" AUS10A Steel Tanto Point Blade; - 5 1/2"" Griv-Ex Handle with 6061 luminum liners; - 9 1/2"" Overall Length; - 3.5 mm Blade Thickness; - Tri-Ad Lock; - Ambidextrous Pocket / Belt Clip. The Voyager Series: The Cold Steel Voyager series is designed to be the true everyman knife. Lightweight, comfortable, super sharp, they are rugged, dependable, and perfect for hunting and camping as well as general utility and daily cutting chores. The Voyagers excel in many survival and rescue applications. They are precision-engineered and held to our most exacting standards. Feature AUS10A blades, and our safe and shock-resistant Tri-Ad locking mechanism. The ergonomic Griv-Ex handles (reinforced with heat-treated 6061 aluminum liners) provide great comfort and a secure grip even under extended use in tough conditions.

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COLD STEEL Voyager Large 4" AUS10A Tanto Point Razor-Sharp Blade 5.25" Griv-Ex Handle Everyday Carry

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Customers like the lock, value, comfort, quality and weight of the knife. They mention that the TRI-AD locking mechanism is safe and securely locks open. They appreciate the weight of it. Opinions are mixed on size.

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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the knife. They mention that it is the best and sharpest pocket knife they own, it has stayed sharp through many cuts and box openings, and that it looks and feels great.

"...I've had, Cold Steel is the best value for the money and holds an edge really well ." Read more

"...zero play in the blade once it's locked in place and it came razor sharp out of the box ...." Read more

"This is one robust knife. Built solid and thick. They’re known for their famous triad lock which is almost as sturdy as a fixed blade...." Read more

"...sizeable, and of questionable legality in many locales, but is great around camp ...." Read more

Customers find the handle of the knife secure, solid, and feels great in their hands. They also say the lock is strong and they feel very secure using it. The knife glides smoothly in and out of their pocket and holds firm enough not to come off.

"The handle on this knife feels incredibly secure and ergonomic. It has a really rough texture that makes for a sturdy grip...." Read more

"...It glides smoothly in and out of my pocket yet holds firm enough not to come off ...." Read more

"...First off, the handle fits perfectly in my hands ...." Read more

"Great knife good feeling grip real sharp " Read more

Customers appreciate the value of the knife. They mention that it is a solid knife, great value for money, and worth it for having a strong lock.

"...Steel knife but of all the knives I've had, Cold Steel is the best value for the money and holds an edge really well." Read more

"This is classic Cold Steel great value and Razor sharp.. voyager series rocks" Read more

"...then anticipated but the quality is fantastic and the price is impossible to beat if your comfortable with a large EDC knife" Read more

"... Worth it for having a strong lock . Own many Cold Steel knives and all have been excellent." Read more

Customers like the lock of the knife. They mention that it's strong, safe, and secure. They also say that the TRI-AD locking mechanism is the best on the market.

"...Cold Steel has great knives with best locking system on market . First off, the handle fits perfectly in my hands...." Read more

"...What always sells me on these knives is the Tri-ad lock . I can't use any other lock back system. It doesn't feel secure." Read more

"...Very sharp out of the box and the lockup is incredible ! Now my everyday carry. Great for personal defense and every day use...." Read more

"Well made, solid lock of blade when opened !" Read more

Customers are satisfied with the weight of the knife. For example, they mention it's heavy-duty, and a perfect size and weight for EDC. Some say it'll pop out with authority.

"...Clips in pocket somewhat of a deep carry. Very light don't even notice in pocket or waste band." Read more

"Perfect size and weight for edc . Not a monster blade like most of my knives. This one will be less likely to get me strange looks if I take it out...." Read more

"This one & the Clip Point are the very best and this one is heavier than all the other and pops out with a authority 🏆..." Read more

"...For $50 you can not find a better do all knife. They are very lightweight for the size and I find them extremely comfortable...." Read more

Customers are mixed about the size of the knife. Some mention it's the perfect size for their hands, while others say it'll be too big for their needs.

" Perfect size and weight for edc. Not a monster blade like most of my knives. This one will be less likely to get me strange looks if I take it out...." Read more

"... This thing is sizeable , and of questionable legality in many locales, but is great around camp...." Read more

"...the Large Tanto Plain variant of this knife, which is the perfect size for my hands and should be for most everyone buying it...." Read more

"I have the xl tanto. Super big , really good edge that lasts and heavy duty. Super useful and just looks and feels great...." Read more

Customers are mixed about the clip size. Some mention that the pocket clip is perfect, while others say that it's short and stout.

"...The TRI-AD locking mechanism is safe and securely locks open. Clips in pocket somewhat of a deep carry...." Read more

"...Only downside is the pocket clip is short n stout and REALLY PRESSES up hard against handle making it difficult to slide in or out your pocket..." Read more

"...so you have to be careful when closing the knife, and the pocket clip could be bigger " Read more

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