Cold Steel Magnum Tanto XII VG10 San Mai: This is why I love Cold Steel!

Cold Steel Magnum Tanto XII VG10 San Mai featuring a 12" Hollow ground (Flat ground tip) main cutting edge, Kraton Oval handle, Tapered solid steel pommel, Beautiful made steel hand guard, And high quality Secure-Ex Sheath. This is the culmination of Lynn Thompsons over 30 years of building Tantos . Very impressive Knife...
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Cold Steel Magnum Tanto XII VG10 San Mai Description: This Magnum Tanto XII model sports a 12" satin finished San Mai steel with a black Kray-Ex handle. The Magnum Tanto is one of Cold Steel's classic designs, coveted by collectors and the martial arts community. This model comes in San Mai VG-10 steel that offers a long-lasting, razor sharp cutting edge. Cold Steel Tanto Magnum knives come with the famous flattened oval Kraton handle and a tsuba-style (sword) guard. The tapered, solid steel pommel was designed to concentrate the full force of a crushing blow in a small area. Features: Tapered black Kray-Ex® handle with flattened oval cross section enhances in-hand control. A tsuba-style guard provides a solid grip with excellent retention properties. Item includes a Secure-Ex sheath with a nylon belt loop. Specifications: Overall Length:17.625" Blade Length:12.00" Cutting Edge:11.25" Blade Width:1.25" Blade Thickness:0.19" Blade Material:VG-10 Blade Style:Tanto Blade Grind:Flat Finish:Satin Edge Type:Plain Handle Length:5.625" Handle Width:1.25" Handle Thickness:0.82" Handle Material:Kray-Ex Color:Black Weight:14.20 oz. User:Right Hand, Left Hand Sheath:Polymer Knife Type:Fixed Blade Brand:Cold Steel Model:Magnum Tanto XII Model Number:35AE Country of Origin:Taiwan Best Use:Tactical Product Type:Knife

[@wrjames38]

Wow...now that's a knife! Get your inner ninja going.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

@@wrjames38 Thanks for watching

[@KrypticKratos]

Juzo otomo?

[@dannyorona7612]

Is VG10 combat efficient? Is it the best steel for battle field use?

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Not qualified to know if VG10 is good for battle use! Google Cold Steel test on KZbin , This (And others) blade is smashed through a variety of different material with flying colors. Thanks for watching

[@brynroberts5615]

I have one of these and it is a beautiful, high quality item. About as close to a sword as you can get without it actually being a sword. And my securex sheath most definitely holds the knife in place, in fact it is quite an effort to remove it. You just have to push the knife in firmly. Highly recommend this tanto.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching

[@hartkidvideos]

Just got the 7". Very nice. My third laminate Cold Steel beginning in the 90s with the large Trail Mate folder. Late 90s Mini Tanto fixed blade.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Very nice knives! I'm looking to get the 3V versions too. Thanks for watching

[@freduutx3989]

Nice piece : ))) ..the reflective effect is bringing a welcome stylish touch !

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Nice consistent finish on such a big knife! Thanks for watching my friend

[@bladetherapy3797]

Just ordered the nightfall tanto 12", absolutely cannot wait to have it in my hand! Great video, subbed!

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Not sure they still make a DLC 3V ...let me know if that's what you get. Thanks for watching

[@ashleygovender4104]

My Magnum Tanto X11 was delivered yesterday.. Wow, awesome blade. Durban, South Africa

[@knifevideochannel4657]

It's finished extremely well Ashley, Congratulations on your new blade. Greetings from San Diego California and thanks for watching

[@elihollingsworth6852]

Just got mine.

[@steveo13757]

Got the Tanto XII as well, I polished the blade even brighter. Love CS!

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I still may do that to mine! What did you use? Thanks for watching

[@steveo13757]

@@knifevideochannel4657 I use this: put some on a rag and rub fairly hard onto the blade, then rub off with a clean rag, do that a few times and it will really shine big time! Walmart carries it as well in their automotive section. www.amazon.com/Mothers-05101-Mag-Aluminum-Polish/dp/B0009H519Y/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=mothers+polish&qid=1624042700&sr=8-2

[@adamarthur9672]

The one that I got the sheath would lock the knife in place and it was impossible to remove it without the use of a flat head screwdriver. I ended up using a heat gun and it works much better. I'm still going to make a leather sheath for it as I prefer leather.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Seems like the hilt on this knife makes the sheath hit or miss during production! I've had people say it's perfect, Tight, And loose like mine. The Secure-Ex Sheaths on my numerous other CS fixed blades are fine. My wife will eventually make a leather sheath for the Tanto XII when she gets free time. Thanks for watching Adam.

[@LiftHeavy1]

Sweet looking blade

[@knifevideochannel4657]

It really is nice! Thanks for watching

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

I love the Magnum Tanto XII! I have two San Mai versions. I will get one of the new 3V versions too.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Theses are so nice in hand! The 3V version is on my short list to aquire. Thanks for watching Eric

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

@@knifevideochannel4657 You bet! I enjoy your videos.

[@wellingtonblackwell3118]

Nice set of Cold Steel. That 12" blade is a sight to behold. That knife is purely for fun factor and self defense. Only thing close to that in my Cold Steel knives is my Recon Tanto in San Mai 3. This is the one from Japan with the VG1 core. I always wanted a Cold Steel knife from Japan. Anyway, nice showing.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching and the positive comments! The Japanese produced San Mai blades are fantastic, I've got the VG1 Trailmaster! Still waiting for the rumored 3V Recon Scout.

[@wellingtonblackwell3118]

@@knifevideochannel4657 That Trail Master is a beast, but too pricey for my budget! But if you got it, why not get it!

[@wellingtonblackwell3118]

@@knifevideochannel4657 And you are welcome. I usually comment on KZbin sites that feature Cold Steel products.

[@bfdadventure]

I got the Tanto Magnum II 7.5" blade today. Arm hair shaving sharp. Hair rolling off my arm like a razor! Handle texture is sublime. Sticks to the hand without being sticky. Sheath locks up solid on the guard/Quillian. (Pleasantly surprised) I wish the blade and handle were a bit wider, but small picking nits there. I bought a Kabar Next Gen Tanto in early 2000s. It's made of a Swedish steel, and I carried it through OIF 1-3. When I returned, I loaned it to a guy deploying to OEF. Now it rides as my truck knife. LOL. Anyway, now I need to get the CS Tanto XII after getting this Tanto II 7.5. Oh BTW, I had a Bark River Knife Shinigami 3V. It's a heartier, thicker handled tanto, but no guard. I have a mental complex about imaging my hand sliding down the handle onto the blade, so I sold it off for that only reason. I will then need the Trail Master, Tai Pan, and SRK. Before the GSM moves production to China. Thanks for the video!

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for sharing your experience with this blade and for the positive comments! We have similar taste in knives from Cold Steel BFD! I've bought multiple SRKs, A Tai Pan, And Trailmaster the last year or so. Impressive blades for the cost with the Japanese made TM the nicest. Thanks for watching

[@B-leafer]

Note: You can tighten the sheath up so the blade stays put by adjusting the tension on the top two screws. You can also add two more screws higher up (towards hilt) if necessary.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Appreciate the info and thanks for watching

[@bradleyswasey6778]

I just ordered a 7" cold steel today. I'm going to use it to cut hen of woods ( mushrooms ) in the fall. Although a little more blade length would be handy for the big ones.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

These San Mai Tantos are really nicely finished blades. Hope you enjoy your new Cold Steel and thanks for watching

[@rishikwatt483]

Well done presentation Flight channel. I have a personal encounter that is pertinent to this video. The B737 300 was the first to have a trim WHEEL replaced by an unprotected vertical switch. We were on the ground on stop over, and the stew walked in and sat on the jump seat behind me, putting a foot on the pedestal. I objected, and she removed her foot which then revealed the switch. I took a second look at the switch and saw that it had run the rudder trim full right. I remember saying to the F/O, "this switch is a dumb design that is going to kill someone unless it is protected. A little while later, I had a government check pilot travelling with us in the cockpit, and related the above experience to him, about the accident potential of an unprotected switch. He said to me "It already has done". I think he was possibly referring to your story above. Anyway, Boeing finally had a guard put over the switch. Engineers aren't always imaginative when it comes to how things can go wrong. MCAS anyone?

[@daxcorbitt7481]

When I got my master tanto it wouldn’t click in either but I came to the conclusion the nubs that hold it in place just need to be worn in

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for sharing your experience and for watching Dax!

[@longrider42]

You need to push the knife into the sheath, until it clicks. Or if the "Locking" part is too loose, use a hair drier, heat up the top area, then put the knife in and use a cloths pin or something similar to squeeze down the "lock" and let cool. I hope to have one soon.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I've got an industrial heat gun, Didn't help! Got a replacement that's perfect. Thanks for the tips and watching James

[@floridamanknives]

Dude what....my 10 year old self is telling me to buy it and EDC it. Great great video, I love the Cold Steel of old!

[@knifevideochannel4657]

It's the strangest feeling when you get a new big blade! A rush to go hack off a dead limb on a tree or slice up an old tire. Visions of Lynn Thompson Banging this knife through a carcass or car 🚗 hood. Haha...love it really. Thanks for watching

[@elihollingsworth6852]

@@knifevideochannel4657 yeah I definitely think about hacking at some kind of limb... not a tree tho

[@user-ms5pf2we4e]

I have one of thoes & a Master Tanto San Mii. They are great blabes.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Agree! Thanks for watching

[@user-ms5pf2we4e]

@@knifevideochannel4657 My favorite is my Cold Steel Coffin Handel Bowie in Carbon V. The blade is fantastic. It stains from blood and body fluids. It takes the best edge and keeps it for a very long time. They make tools out of Carbon V.

[@MilliJf-nf1ki]

Yo I have the Kobun, and you just made me go😱😱😱😱. I need this big brother

[@knifevideochannel4657]

It's a nice blade ! Thanks for watching

[@megaronknives3032]

Have a Magnum Tanto II, mine holds in the sheath very securely. Whish they still had a nice leather sheath as they used to be. Fits the whole style better i think. They have the Master tanto in satin in Cpm-3V now as well. So they may or may not offer the entire lineup in 3V in the future. Not sure if that means that they quit doing San-Mai now, the Trailmaster and the other Bowies come out in 3V as well. Thanks for showing, not so much contend on these actually.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for the info on the Sheath, I thought it was odd it didn't "click" in or hold it securely. Do you know if the Satin 3V versions are made in Italy, Like the other CS blades made with the tough Crucible steel? A Trailmaster and Recon Scout with 3V would be an instant buy for me! 🔪😀 Thanks for watching and have a good weekend.

[@megaronknives3032]

​@@knifevideochannel4657 Yeah that is not normal with these. I don´t know, but i would guess Taiwan. Yeah i have a feeling that i am going to buy one of those as well. Damm it, i was done buying Cold Steels... You too!

[@lionknives3]

Hey J I hope you are doing well! Still fighting here at the other end! The "sword" is nothing for me but I can see why people like it. I carry my Cold Steel Recon 1 today. Greetings my Friend

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Glad to hear from you, Hope all is well with you and your family. Love the Recon 1, One of the best ever. Thanks for watching

[@thegoldensasquatch6046]

Cheers!

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Hello from California GS! Thanks for watching

[@samlee458]

whoa. this is nice! feel like a ninja 😂

[@knifevideochannel4657]

It's huge Sam 🗡️and very nicely built. Thanks for watching

[@JB-cs4jt]

How do you personally sharpen it, do you have a video on that?

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I just recently got the blade and haven't needed to sharpen it yet. Shouldn't be that hard, But won't know until it's time. Thanks for watching

[@knyghtryder3599]

You think there is any way I could use it for open water swimming / diving ? I want to give it a try but your loose sheath makes me worry , wonder how hard it would be to customize a sheath

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Supposedly you can customize the sheath by using a year gun to get retention as you desire. Thanks for watching

[@mikeogden5256]

Sword ⚔️

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching Mike

[@SailfishSoundSystem]

We can put a man on the moon, but not make a retaining sheath? Cold Steel sold their soul to GSM Outdoors and so did many other companies. RIP. The San Mai tantos were always made by Hattori on Seki, Japan.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Yeah, I'm expecting GSM outdoors to gut Cold Steel of the nicer offerings in San Mai and 3V. I wish the Magnum Tanto was made in Japan like the Trailmaster, Unfortunately making products in China and Taiwan is the new norm. At least the quality out of Taiwan looks to be good. Thanks for watching

[@marcushonest4544]

Just take a Phillips head and tighten down the two screws till it feels right. Had to loosen my securex for my mag 12 ., took a cpl minutes and now it’s perfect. Nice vid. Take care fellow cs fan

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for the tip Marcus! I've done that on other Secure-Ex Sheaths (magnum tanto) with no luck. I'll mess around with this and try. I love Cold Steel offerings and the variety of products they offer. Hopefully GSM outdoors doesn't fit them going forward. Thanks for watching

[@unknown-ql1fk]

Push the bade in harder and the sheath will grab. This is common for many cold steel. The 1st time its put in the sheath you REALLY need to push it in. After that it goes in fine and stays fine

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I used a heat gun and some hard memory foam and it helped the retention. I've had many Cold Steel Secure-Ex sheaths and this was the first to have light retention. Thanks for watching

[@dustyroads3223]

Badass ! I want one for edc 🤣

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I can see myself slashing everything this next desert camping season! I'm definitely going to get the 3V version.

[@espenhagerup5705]

Cool to have is a good enough reason 😂 very nice blade 👍

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I agree! Thanks for watching Espen

[@TatsByTaco]

I think you must’ve gotten a loose sheath, I can shake mine as aggressively as I want and it’s not going anywhere unless I want it to.. might be from the heat during delivery maybe but not too sure

[@knifevideochannel4657]

It's definitely a defective sheath Brandon! Not really worried, I'm going to have my wife make a leather version for the Tanto XII. Thanks for watching

[@brianf.8087]

pretty sure the price comparison of the ones with higher prices are the CPM-3v versions. That's why the price differential so great not because Amazon had a screaming deal.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Google San Mai Master Tanto from Blade HQ And Knife Center! Then check sites like Amazon and Camp Saver! Thanks for watching Brian

[@GoodJoe-gw6lm]

Tighten the sheath screws to secure blade

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching

[@jamessellers6276]

I like it, but I’d MUCH rather have one with the blade style of the Outdoorsman. I don’t understand why they haven’t made that style with the long blade.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching

[@mikeogden5256]

Super Star ⭐️

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching Mike

[@operationcaddyshackgopher1664]

It's a retention sheath you just have to push it in further.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

All my other Secure-Ex Sheaths are like you describe, This one's a defect. Thanks for watching

[@operationcaddyshackgopher1664]

@@knifevideochannel4657 10 4 I just got the short one and i thought the same thing. I pushed it in harder than usual and it snapped into place. Maybe call cold steel, they might replace it. I like your video, keep up the good work.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for the positive comments and enjoy the Master Tanto.

[@jimyocum9556]

I have a couple of these and 2 of them one falls out and the other is to tight in the sheath

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Seems the mold for these sheaths are hit n miss! Have you tried heat gun on the loose versions? Thanks for watching

[@Bigchoucroutte]

Nice knife, is it made in japan ?

[@knifevideochannel4657]

No, This version is made in Taiwan! Thanks for watching

[@mannylieberman2574]

I don't think anyone has answered you here in the comments regarding the name of the guy who does the Cold Steel videos. I believe you must be referring to Jimislash.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for info Manny and for watching

[@spencerthestupidsamurai7326]

Does it need to be oiled?

[@knifevideochannel4657]

No, It's stainless steel core with stainless cladding! The 3V version (Nightfall) would need an occasional coating of oil. Thanks for watching

[@spencerthestupidsamurai7326]

No problem, thanks for the info!

[@brnobre4301]

👍

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching

[@tedjr.sullivan1882]

Is the cold steel sharper than a ka bar.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Yes! Thanks for watching

[@tedjr.sullivan1882]

Thank you for the response.

[@bushcraft_in_the_north]

And they make a Magnum Tanto 9 inch

[@knifevideochannel4657]

They make 3 different sizes I think?!? Thanks for watching

[@bushcraft_in_the_north]

@@knifevideochannel4657 yes the Magnum Tanto II who is a 7.5". The IX and the XII. But I am not sure if they make all of them anymore or how long they will do it.

[@jamescooper2618]

A pack of knife wielding machetes? Thats scary.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching James

[@elihollingsworth6852]

I got mine yesterday. This is such a lethal fighting blade but the handle is too small. The longer and heavier blade needs a longer and preferably thicker handle.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

It is a little on the small side, But I don't feel like I'm going to let it slip out under hard use. Property hard to rehandle this blade Eli? Thanks for watching

[@jorgefernandez6407]

Don't let that sharp edge rub against that sheath going in AND out! Those sheaths will dull every knife that they have in it. Either get a Kydex or be aware of that edge when deploying and inserting... Beautiful blade btw!

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Appreciate the tip on sheath Jorge and for watching

[@johnathonlutz5427]

Just got mine today, the sheath is ridiculously tight, gotta pry the fucker open to get the blade out.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I've had more people tell me their sheath was like yours then mine. I tried the hair dryer trick, Didn't work. I think it may work on the tighter ones like yours. Sorry about the poor QC, How do you like the knife? Thanks for watching

[@johnathonlutz5427]

@@knifevideochannel4657 Video was great, I really like the knife. Good quality, worth the money. Kinda wanna grab another for dual wielding 😅

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I want one of the 3V versions too!

[@marcushonest4544]

Loosen the two screws until the retention is to ur liking👍🏼

[@rushgush]

wonder how much lynn sold coldsteel for.😁

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Hopefully enough for him to comfortably retire! Thanks for watching

[@rickieharris6812]

you are not putting the knife all the way into the sheath until it clicks about another 3/8th of a inch

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for the suggestion Rickie, Unfortunately on that Secure-Ex sheath, The retention wasn't there. Exchanged the knife and all is well. Thanks for watching and Happy New year

[@ilijabosnjak76]

That's a Flair knife,that knife will probably never be used,same as my Katana, Wakizashi and Tanto. I did use CS Kobun,it's not bad..It's a beautiful knife but not for me,too pretty 😂 Nightfall $195 San Mai $380 CDN too much for my pocket...

[@knifevideochannel4657]

They're beautiful knives, Just not practical for camping or home use. I just bought the San Mai Tai Pan to add to collection, Beautiful knife with wicked edges! Not my first choice for self defense or stabbing a hood! Thanks for watching and Happy New year

[@Whitevaliantwarrior]

My sheath is tight, push 🔪 in and it won't budge!! You must have a faulty sheath!!

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Yeah, First Cold Steel Secure-Ex sheath I got that was loose! No worries replaced with one with good retention. Thanks for watching

[@jamessmlth1266]

😮 most sheath that they make are crummy I am a knife Collector 2 very few companies make good sheath my favorite knives are buck and they make excellent sheath you just got to make sure that they're not made in China because most things made in China are imitation or I should say crap

[@knifevideochannel4657]

I've never understood how a lot of companies make a beautiful knife and than skimp on the sheath. LIONSTEEL makes an awesome sheath for most of their fixed offerings too. Thanks for watching James

[@dookie_boy]

when it's new it takes more power to push the knife all the way in the sheeet, but then it holds very good

[@knifevideochannel4657]

Thanks for watching

[@notanotherswordreviewchann4901]

CS is grossly overpriced for what you get especially when they outsource everything to china...I bought a 25$ clone on Amazon. Cpm3v steel and everything.

[@knifevideochannel4657]

The newer GSM Cold Steel products are overpriced as you say, But deals are still around, Especially on Amazon occasionally. I will bet my house the $25 clone is not 3V(not possible) and is not even Chinese D2 or 8CR! Thanks for watching