Cold Steel Leatherneck SF: A Killer Blade with Classic Looks

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The brand new for 2011 Cold Steel Leatherneck SF (Semper Fi) is a huge win in my book, and in this fresh-out-of-the-box, first-look review, I'll attempt to show you why it's going to excel in both tactical and survival roles. The Leatherneck SF emulates the looks and utility of the original Ka-Bar fighting/utility knife, while adding some sensible improvements to the classic design. Cold Steel's excellent Secure-Ex sheath is included with this most awesome knife, and the price is very reasonable at $50-60. The 6 3/4" full-flat ground blade is "just right" for so many roles, making this knife so versatile that it will be hard to pass up.
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[@NPSurvival]

Man, I love Cold Steel, they make great knives. Also, their sheaths are amazing, I mount my Recon Tanto upside down on my left packstrap so that I reach across and draw it with my right hand, works great for me. I have never had it even come close to falling out, and I have been known to jump off of rather high rocks and things like that, so I would have to say that it isn't coming out! Oh yeah, and my Recon Tanto is a Carbon V that they had some extra's of a few years ago.

[@tomhickman1006]

I have this knife as well as the KaBar. It a little heavy in the handle because it has a more robust tang. Different grind than a KaBar. It's probably a better choice if you're going into a very wet environment. Thicker blade near the tip, it also doesn't have the tip clip point.

[@greer776611]

that's what I told people to do with the K-bar's - sand down the leather grip on both sides for a better grip! Cold Steel got it right again

[@MTMILITIAMAN7.62]

Every 0311 loves the Kabar but if you've ever bent the guard or the skinny little rat tail tang on one of them, you realize they aren't perfect. The reason the Leatherneck SF balances more rearward is because there is more mass in the thicker and stronger tang and guard. The Cold Steel is a vast improvement over the classic Kabar in that respect, and in the factory sheath.

[@Ceestyle211]

Damn I want this knife! I don't own any knifes but this might be my first. Great video cuzin

[@crazieirishman]

Great all around knife , nice review .For camp knife we use to grind the top hilt off so we could more easily choke up on the blade.

[@HK-qj4im]

That makes sense. Also good for when you skin animals.. Won't slice up the meat when you are skinning.

[@dnasplice]

just got mine this weekend when I went to the Cold Steel challenge 2011. It was on sale for 60, the guy was cool enough to give it to me for 55. thanks for the review sir

[@ГеоргиГецов]

В България цената е много висока 120 $. Но си поръчах един. Харесва ми.

[@MrWeb49]

i own this knife ... its great

[@MrGruger4570]

mine was back ordered for 2 months. it is a fine unit from the tip of he blade to the secure-ex sheath!!

[@rebelyell2741]

I just bought the D2 version with a hollow grind. Love it

[@MattTheHewer]

I have a few Ka-Bars and I have both leathernecks (and like 4 of the special limited green one). I prefer the cold steel any day… just wish we could get a leather handle on the leatherneck.

[@surjracer56]

Leatherneck is derived from the leather collar on there old uniform jackets. The leather was to protect there neck from sabre and other edged weapon attacks.

[@patchmoe17]

I got mine today!!!i love the feal of it. Nice sturdy feel.

[@patricksmith9297]

I would like to see it with a high saber grind not a full flat grind. I do like the improved tang

[@rpsank13]

My grandfather gave me a old kabar knife

[@djk721963]

Please explain the "dismal update", I just ordered one.....damn it!

[@EDCDepot]

Great review! I came very close to buying one this week. Grabbed a Gladius Machete instead. Oh well, I will get one with my next order. Cold Steel has come out with some great products for 2011.

[@sluggerwest3414]

I own a kabar and this knife I actually like the leatherneck sf more. absolute great knife and I'm not scared to use it cause it cost $150 less compared to my kabar 1221

[@TheDishD]

Excellent first look LBS! leatherneck im not sure on but it cld derive from 'bootneck' the slang term for a Royal Marine which comes from RM's cutting up leather boots and wearing it like a neckbrace to stop sailors (who where going to mutiny) cutting their throat while they guarded officers on board sailing ships as well as sword cuts from enemy boarders. I love the look of that blade and thats a sweet price! thank you LBS for the first look, i want one! have a top weekend, best wishes bro

[@TheLateBoyScout]

In regards to this knife, it stands for "Semper Fi".

[@wcropp1]

I usually prefer un-coated blades, but for this price range it's hard to complain--they're pretty much all coated from the factory, which I suppose makes sense for a military knife. The knife may work even better for camp use with the upper guard ground off. I always wanted the kraton handled Ka-Bar with molded sheath (I've got the leather handle/sheath version) for outdoors use, but I have a hard time getting my Ka-Bars as shard as I would like them to be--the steel is great, the grind is just

[@Optionsaregood]

I want one........I want it now!

[@1S1KC0DM4N]

One thing I love about this knife? You have the option to get it in D2

[@GLOCK-ot8sf]

Devon Spencer you can get a kabar in d2

[@HazeyWolf1337]

Thanks for sharing! I'd love to see this knife field tested ...

[@PreparedWolf34]

I've been wanting this knife when I saw it on Special Projects page! Want all the more now. LOL! Great review my friend.

[@RandomVidView]

Hopefully ordering mine today. Great review. I'll definetely sub

[@morganblackheart9468]

I think I paid around $80 for my bk7. Been wanting to get the CS SRK and the Leatherneck.

[@benwallace8674]

Can you do a food prep vid with this knife. How is the flat grind version at cutting vegetables?

[@ignis6993]

I would think the extra weight on the kabar could be a good thing for impact.

[@difabiouno]

Great review. I will definitely be looking into this knife

[@ilikesuzuki]

@TheLateBoyScout do u have any knife sharping videos?

[@scott101681]

very cool man I've been waiting to check one of these out for months

[@Hennesseycation]

I have this knife iv bin thumpibg on it for a week now its vary nice

[@ernestwalden3894]

I have the leatherneck and I love it. Its a k bar on steroids. Stays on my side along with my ruger sp101 357 mag. It comes razor sharp and it sharpens Pritty good. 🙏 ✝ 👪 🔫 🔪 🇺🇸 ☺👍

[@Evoluztion]

Awsome review. Good video, great looking blade. I have had my eye on this one too. You just made up for selling out to bulkammo. Hope u enjoy the knife. May b post a chapter 2 after you put some use into it?

[@ernestwalden3894]

Great knife. It's actually better looking and stronger than the usmc KA BAR

[@MattTheHewer]

You still buy magazines? Dope

[@LedZeppelin13k7]

KA-BAR the company was not the first to produce the Marine fighting knife. Camillius produced the design originally but Marines in WW2 commonly called them KA-BAR, because like most things during the time alot more than one company produced one product. Thats why you have Jeeps that were made by Ford. Union Cutlery put their trademark"KA-BAR" on the sides of the knives. Union Cutlery changed their name to KA-BAR officially ten years later. Camillius also produced Cold Steel knives

[@JoannaJedrzejczyksForehead]

I have one in D2

[@danmel9067]

hello, this model no longer exists in the 2017 catalog of Cold Steel ?

[@CutleryNovice]

Great review,what camera do you use?

[@outdoorsaddiction1085]

This guy sounds to much like Nutnfancy!

[@outdoorsaddiction1085]

LMMFAO

[@sawdust6968]

nailed itLOL!!!!

[@terrenceluther3188]

Including going so far as to use the catalog as part of his intro.

[@ewtoutdoors]

Nice knife and great review. Take care.

[@cruz68]

that's a really nice knife.

[@Gumbie2009]

Deployed on Normandy Beach on D Day

[@TheTK97]

is the Leatherneck SF stainless steel?

[@ssrabs]

great looking knife, can anyone tell me the height (top to bottom) of the sheath is???

[@Donko_]

1:13 Ohhh dat grip!

[@TacticalHadoken]

Looks great

[@ernestwalden3894]

I also love how they flatend the handle so you could tie it to a big stick to have for a spear on your walking stick. ☺

[@91classicrock]

what steel is the leatherneck that you had that broke?

[@0rgazman]

SF is semper fi ??? or special forces???

[@DiamondJo]

Good one, thanks

[@silverback4434]

whats the angle of the blade plz ?

[@thehourshower]

Does anyone know where i can find a SK-5 version? Been looking everywhere for it and cannot find it. Yes i know they're discontinued but there has to be at least one out there.

[@kevinbrady2739]

What do u use to sharpen it

[@Hennesseycation]

@TheLateBoyScout i dont mind it eather it does look cool. But sk5 is a high carbon tool steel and not to rust resitent. Not that i mind puting a little oil on it evry now and then but id rather not have to.

[@wcropp1]

@wcropp1 rather obtuse, and hard to get a truly sharp edge on, at least with my skills (don't have that problem with more acutely ground blades). I like that the swedge is unsharpened (for both legal and utility reasons--easy enough to sharpen if you want a fighter). The metal buttcap on the Ka-Bars was always a plus--if this knife has a tougher one, all the better, and the tang definitely looks wider. The Ka-Bar is hard to beat and this knife seems to improve on an already great design. Thanks.

[@paganienterprises4220]

I have the German D2 version

[@TheSuperS0ldier]

Hey mate can u please answer this? im gonna buy this knife my self, im from Denmark, and on the site im looking on it says: "German 4116 Stainless" and not "SK-5 High Carbon" :S is it the same or is the "German 4116 Stainless" some cheap shit ? :O

[@johnmutton799]

Kabar guard digs into your hand and handle needs it side sanding flat, or it turns in the hand. The difference is alot , its flmatground for one. The grip is ok but i don't get paid for advertising cold steel. Why do we need their name in handle, spoils the look for one. Makes the knife look cheap.

[@samu395]

how much did you get it?

[@nickjenks100]

On Amazon 46.00 plus 5.49 for shipping

[@nilsmo6gamer]

which is the name of the 4th knife at min 11:57 ?

[@holymountains818]

+Nils M. kabar bk7

[@iwalkedinawall]

this reminds me of nutnfancy

[@razorrook218]

Even sounds like him. Just needs to replace “guys” with “dudes”

[@HellenicDomination]

Black coated knives got their coat scratched and removed after some use.

[@Hennesseycation]

If you baton with this knife the Finish Will come off Just so you know. I have a video of it coming its prepossessing right now Of me batoning with it And the finish coming off

[@marksmanman96]

hmmmm...well it's clear that this knife is not influence by the kabar at all

[@samu395]

is the best fighting knife

[@ZombieTestLabs]

when is saw this review i was like jaaay i am gonna buy this knife and when i saw the fail vid i was like aahw crap because in my country this knife iss 110 dollars

[@bobmellon]

nice review i like how you act like nutnfancy to make fun of him lol

[@patchmoe17]

Remember u don't get a good knife 4 a few dollars... U get what u pay 4!!

[@A74568Z]

You have soft hands. Not the hands of a warrior who uses this knife. And you were dismayed by dust on your blade. Sad.

[@TheSuperS0ldier]

BTW your review is fucking awesome :D

[@fappometer14]

It looks like a useable knife, but to me it looks cheap. Prove me other wise

[@auditnet5388]

made in taiwan))

[@BoonesFarm50]

Great review, but I have to say, the way this guy talks/acts just irritates the hell out of me

[@no1livez4evr]

dude that SRK looks fake

[@ignis6993]

I would think the extra weight on the kabar could be a good thing for impact.