The Peak of 'Need' ? - Cold Steel Code 4 Review

[@bach5780]

"the level our family and friends knives are at all the time". That is the most relatable way to describe sharpness ever.

[@always_edc9112]

This is why I came down here! thanks for giving me Justice. I had to make sure I wasn't the only one. He nailed that straight on the head.

[@joshcarter-com]

It’s also the level of sharpness MY knives are at, because I can’t ever seem to master the technique properly. 😢

[@phillipnunya6793]

I bought a Code 4 about 4 years ago in XHP for $75, and it makes me roll my eyes a little when I see similar knives selling for three or four times the price.

[@concealmenttraining9371]

Same here... I have had such expensive blades. Busses, fehrmans, ZT's , Scrapyards & swamprats, Esees, Becker, many more Im back to cold steels Recon 1

[@asintonic]

in 2018, Chicago Amazon area, these Cold Steel Code 4 cts xhp serrated were being sold for $52.99. i picked up 3, two for gifts. I never gifted them. i have two stored brand new with that gold colored greasy CS uses. one one is my everyday carry cts xhp serrated.

[@amitzdullnicker2k]

I own more than 100 knives and many of them in the USD300+ range. The Code 4 (I have all 3 blade shapes here) is an excellent knife, especially at the price point. Great slicer, slim in the pocket and extremely sturdy, also because of the tri-ad lock. I would replace it directly with a new one if I should ever lose it, even though I have enough great alternatives. That's how much I like it.

[@clm652]

Codes 1 through 3 are reserved exclusively for Lynn Thompson. Pretty sure one of them involves everyone in Asia dying in their sleep.

[@xthexadvantagex]

Except Taiwan

[@laserbrain7774]

"code 4" is emergency services jargon for, "situation under control, no backup needed". Codes 1 through 3 mean that more help is needed.

[@azraelsblade]

I got one of the last ones in XHP a little while back and it made me want to take back 80% of the shit I’ve talked about cold steel

[@CedricAda]

when they reign it back a little and make a good basic knife they rarely put a foot wront

[@urbanwarrior5367]

Probably the best and most thorough knife review I've seen on KZbin yet. Good job bro!

[@antimatter4733]

Glad to see they did a good job with the heat treatment. It's something that really gets overlooked in most production knives

[@masalpert]

I actually love when you do reviews of user knives. For some reason it's really relaxing.

[@VincenzoNero94]

Haha. So much for being burnt out. Cold steels s35vn has been on point. It’s all been in range, and it’s a good range to be on.

[@veganlifestyleloveanimals1744]

It is crucibles s35vn

[@deathbyastonishment7930]

Gianna Filicia he’s very clearly talking about the heat treatment mate.

[@mt_baldwin]

About reviewing older knives, I think it's a very good idea. It helps people new to knives, nobody wants to click on a 4-5 year old vid. Another thing is those older vids are often times not good, old info on prices and comparisons. I just went through this with the Benchmade mini griptilan, a ton of old vids but with no good info, couldn't find exact weight on the model I was interested in, couldn't find if the liners were skeletonized, can't find out if more than the steel was changed with the newest versions etc.

[@RobertWilliams-ox4hz]

I love the Code 4. I wish they'd offer it in G10, or at least offer the Lawman without a coated blade.

[@iamgroot4080]

I reshaped the blade to 17' and it's a razor now. Love this guy... Oh, and You are so right. Clip was annoying, but 10 seconds with my multitool fixed that problem. Now this knife is perfect, golden

[@seren1ty755]

What exactly did you do to fix the pocket clip ?

[@49giants3]

I like the code 4 as well. I have the spear point one. Thanks for another great video Pete

[@tonycanniffe2360]

49Giants You gots a lot of knafs

[@49giants3]

Tony Canniffe hey Tony happy Father’s Day my friend. Hope you had a great day. Yeah I have more knives than I could shake a stick at lol

[@tonycanniffe2360]

49Giants Happy Father’s Day to you too! (It’s later on the year here in Aus though. Mother’s Day is the same day though. Go figure.)

[@49giants3]

Tony Canniffe oh thanks for the info my friend. I appreciate it

[@GearSkeptic]

Sorry, this review was filmed on a table. In order for me to properly infer credibility, it needs to be done on either a tree stump or a camo tarp.

[@lenzielenski3276]

I really appreciate a return to familiar, even iconic models bearing in mind changes in design, material and philosophy since their origin. Isn't amazing that good designs with purpose chosen materials still rise to the top years or even decades after their introduction. BTW, I just picked up one of the last Code 4 XHP Tantos last week. Not my favorite grind, but still a very practical user.

[@BradGryphonn]

3:44 HOLY FREAKING SHIPBALLS BATMAN! A separate clip for us Lefties?! What sorcery is this? It must be a trap! NO knife company makes lefty curved clips... Kudos Cold Steel. I am now a fan. I hope other knife companies are looking at this and taking note. A curved handle doesn't mean you have to provide only one-sided clips.

[@davidkurle5418]

I got a cold steel broken skull last year and it also came with two clips. Pretty cool. I like that cold steel makes just about everything ambidextrous.

[@davidlagno7717]

I got the Code 4 tanto,I had the clip point and I loved it and lost it. So few years later I got the tanto and I EDC it EVERY DAY. If I want something else for a change the Code 4 still coming wit me. I got the cts-xhp. I prefer the tanto and I never thought I would . THANKS CEDRIC

[@alexgroezinger762]

The code steel code 4 is in my opinion one of the best folders you can buy

[@dirtydirzy8232]

Excellent video thank you for showing the triad lock. I wondered what it consisted of love my XHP Recon 1.

[@honda116969]

Really nice review thank you for your time making this video I hope everything is well in Australia for you guys. Fight for your freedom bro 👍👍

[@misterbaker9728]

Cold Steel is one of my favorites. Sure I know some people don’t like they’re marketing but then again yah can’t please everyone. Still some of the best made and they’re pretty good with their ht

[@MikeMcCormick1325]

I have this in XHP... It's my most carried. And a correct HRC!

[@wyatthines153]

just picked me up a code 4 when i heard cold steel sold their company and ive been loving it great knife

[@ToddGajewski]

Same here, couldn’t resist adding another to the Cold Steel collection!

[@sircassie891]

I got a code 4 on sale for about $70. Amazing heat treat, very tough, good edge retention and sharpens like a dream. I will say, I got the tanto tip and wish I got another blade shape

[@mikeappleget482]

I just ordered a code 4 with the tanto blade. I got a Kershaw shuffle II tanto blade a couple months ago and love the tanto style so much that I felt I had to upgrade to a better tanto.

[@natek1993]

Thank you for this. This is the next knife for me to get

[@sealevelbear]

I own two Code 4 knives. Amazing knives for EDC!

[@timbo4374]

I love my Code 4. I grabbed one of the last of the XHP ones, but I have a Lawman in the S35 and it's performing just fine. CS does a great job with their HT no matter what steel they use..even their AUS8 performs better than most other makers AUS8. I admit it doesn't hold an edge as long as the XHP, but the difference isn't huge, and I strop after any real use anyway, so honestly, I haven't noticed the difference. I might buy the tanto version just because I don't have any tanto knives, and I kind of want to check one out. Thanks m8. You were spot on as usual.

[@rickyricardo3551]

Somone on yt posted a video comparing xhp vs s35 and s35 held a edge under a microscope just as good as the xhp . Maybe they got a better heat treat on the s35 in the past 2 years

[@JustIn-op6oy]

A buddy and I swap out some of our EDC rotation so I got to borrow a tanto code 4 in xhp. It got a fair amount of pocket time and a disproportionate amount of work across a wide range of tasks. Most of the heavy tasks were done with gloves on (mechanic's gloves, yard work gloves, and leather winter gloves) due to me having it from December to April which I think is an ideal application for the folder. I have XXL sized hands so I really appreciated the generous handle and xhp is my favorite steel for edc folders.

[@asintonic]

in 2018, Chicago Amazon area, these Cold Steel Code 4 cts xhp serrated were being sold for $52.99. i picked up 3. i have two stored brand new with that gold colored greasy CS uses. one one is my everyday carry cts xhp serrated.

[@brianf9619]

Great Video Pete, the Code 4 has been one of my favorite knives for awhile now . I also like the Endura 4 , but I don't like VG10, so for an extra $30 - $40 the ZDP-189 is a must .

[@frederickj.7702]

@ Brian F... Or the versatile clad V-Toku2 in the recent sprint run version (my own first Endura). I consider this one complementary to my ZDP Stretch; so I'm happy to think that the combo makes for a nearly ideal, high value Spyderco pairing. The cool steels thing is a highlight for me personally in consideration of Spyderco's offerings.

[@benmacdhui]

Agree with everything you've said. Their clip is by far the worst part, whereas a bending is necessary. Also prefer clip points vs other blade shapes - sans rescue blades.

[@Phil-S8]

I can't believe you haven't checked out the Manly Peak knife. Still a flat grind, but super thin bte and a very neutral handle. Also a deep carry with S90V if you want it. It's definitely in the same group as the Endura and Code 4.

[@justpettet3506]

you can't believe that? you must also believe in god hahaha

[@ntstick06]

@@justpettet3506 using a knife comment to try and start a religion argument. Weird flex but ok.

[@pop4803]

@@justpettet3506 Whoa Pete did ypu just say that?

[@justpettet3506]

@@ntstick06 hahha just a funny thing to not believe not trying to flex. people who argue with religitards are either horned up teens trying to rock off in a christian or tarded themselves

[@gnomersy1087]

Interesting to hear the endura is $20 cheaper in Australia. On Blade hq the difference is $4 cheaper for the Endura US, and on Amazon in the US I found the Code 4 for the same price or about $10 cheaper if going for the tanto.

[@matthewadler1329]

Ive always felt good about the trade for hand comfort as opposed to a lower tension, longer clip. I just wedge something in there to ease the stiffness. Super easy fix.

[@sngx1304]

Hollow grind S35VN blade with excellent heat treat and neutral handle. Sebenza 21? Or Spyderco GB2. Swap S35VN for M4. I think the GB2 is a great budget substitute for the Sebenza 21. Great hollow grind on it. Very good Ergos. I love my Code 4. I have the XHP in Tanto. It is a great beater work knife.

[@ocomegashadowstacking5886]

Wow really nice looking knife reviews!!! :D

[@computerwarez]

mine is the cts-xhp version great review as always thanks

[@sergeb.1717]

That aluminum coating is very durable. Not as easy to scratch as you'd think. I rounded all the sharp edges on mine more or less. The inside of the grooves etc. You squeeze it and it's no discomfort. i.imgur.com/15fXnsp.jpg

[@laserbrain7774]

Its a super knife. Mini recon is pretty good too and could be thought of as code 4 lite. A little bit smaller, a fair bit cheaper, but very similar with nested steel liners instead of aluminum handles.

[@oldskoolhoss7534]

You could start a band called twisted sisal and you could call your self D2 SNIDER. I bet you would make the cut. Bu dum tss Ill see myself out now

[@АлексейТульчинский]

Real practice. I see what all of your knives looks like real work thing. Respect ) this is seen on the edge of the knives

[@marcelotoledo1820]

It is a great knife. I'm prone to operate my knifes in "one hand mode" and Triad locks and backlocks, in my opinion, are a pain in the neck in that matter.

[@j.r7872]

Nah. Just a matter of technique.

[@UbiDoobie]

Great review Pete, keep 'em coming. Nice Uggs btw

[@gbiscuits]

Funny u post this the same day I finally bought one

[@rlanger3108]

I'm just offended by an unseasoned, medium well steak cooked in a bare pan. Ugh.

[@X.3.N.0.N.2]

I may be 7 months late, but I completely agree.

[@erickruse4679]

my absolute favorite pocket knife.

[@sealevelbear]

I think so as well!

[@Felix_love_watches]

Love ur channel mate so lovely and well thoughtful subbed

[@saheliumd7182]

Great review as always, have you thought of doing a small segment for what the knife is life with gloves on? Like deployment and retraction?

[@0091stefan]

I have a question i cant find an answer to: there are teflon washers below the bronze. That kinda puts me off, can you just remove the teflon washers since they are so thin? Or do you know where to get proper (thicker) replacement bronze washers?

[@mistersmith3986]

If the Code 4 came with either micarta or G10 scales, I already would have owned it.

[@buzz622]

Check our the Recon 1. The Code 4 is supposed to be thin, but strong.The scales are super thin. G10 or Micarta wouldnt be as durable I feel. The entire knife is actually more thin than my Benchmade Bugout 535BK-4. The aluminum scales are perfect in my mind.

[@mickkeim4142]

Aliminion??? What is that ?

[@wsieber89]

Have a spear point and clip point in s35vn and they are great

[@ansonleJH1]

Your music selection for your videos is always spot on!

[@micheleharris4768]

When SHTF I will be carrying my cold steel

[@matthewadler1329]

the only thing I don't like about this knife is the ricasso/guard that keeps you too far from the edge. Other than that, I think this is an excellent knife and value. I like the thin body...not on every knife, but I think there are too few full sized options that carry well like this. Thanks

[@tylerdeese4928]

Hey Pete, can you do a review of those uggs there m8. 👀

[@Hungrybird474]

How cool would this look with an integrated finger choil . I like that it is nice and thin. I’ve been kicking this thing around for about two years and still haven’t got one

[@SgtKong]

Im not too sure of why, or that I should even admit it but I herd quite a lot of commentary from Bricky during this review...,😄

[@zoroutdoor9]

Love your video, awesome comparison!!! I prefer folder with sintetic handle materials, because they aren't cold and slippery, and most of them got scratches pretty easily, like the sebenza. But the only thing I hate about this knife is the hollow grind, I hate hollows, most of them are a recent invention of the 1900. Wish that cold steel would do some of their best knives with flat grind, because their lock and prices are awesome

[@13irishsailors]

Haha you sound like some of the characters in Pete's videos! "A grind invented in the early 1900s?? Far to new for me! I only use grinds from pre Victorian era as God intended..."

[@zoroutdoor9]

@@13irishsailors sound like a non English guy. Hollow grind on knives is a recent invention. It was used in the past on swords, just to reduce weight. But every knives, axes, tools, used on woods were always convex or almost flat. Hollow grind, used from folders to machetes is a recent invention, every knife should have the best possible grind for it's own purpose. But most of the knives in the market are hollow and for that we have to thank the machine used for grinding on the factorys and the double stones. In fact it's possible to create a perfect hollow grind in a few seconds, without any particular type of skills. But instead it requires skills and lot of time and experience to do a good convex grind, all made by hand. Of course hollow grind keeps the price low, but it come with some disadvantages on the use. If you don't trust a non English guy, you can ask to Mike Stewart from bark river.

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

I have the tanto version with CTS-XHP I bought almost two years ago. I still carry it from time to time, I just think the handle is way too thin.

[@ArikGST]

Is the Buck Marksman Review going to be your Magnum Opus or why have you still not reviewed it? You`ve had it for like a year by now xD

[@CedricAda]

I know! I just keep sidelining it!

[@jwalk3107]

My short review of your review: Really well done, I found your descriptions and your arrangements of thought very well done. My take away phrase, post cut review, After cutting a rope 231 times and cutting the bottom out of a galvanized steel tub, the knife is about as sharp as the knives our family and friends carry every day of their lives. Thus by succinctly describing the difference between knife people and the rest of the world.

[@tonysmith9061]

Awesome review as always!

[@francislawrence9103]

Great video! Out of the Code 4 and the Spyderco Shaman what would you recommend for a hard use/one knife does all knife??

[@CedricAda]

Probably the shaman out of those two... but its quite a bit costlier

[@francislawrence9103]

Cedric & Ada Gear and Outdoors yeah thought as much. Thanks a lot! Love your content by the way! 😁🙏

[@BradGryphonn]

The Codesteel Cold4? Is that like my Benchmade Bark River? The big one, not the small one...

[@chrisventer3060]

Love my code 4

[@chrisng2095]

how do u think the code 4 compares with the lawman?

[@Malkion009]

I got this knife by mistake and know I love it

[@concealmenttraining9371]

Cold steel makes The strongest folders.... production or hand made... it is what it is.

[@sputumtube]

Much prefer the Endura. I've got four of them (none of which are VG10) and I never leave home without one. The Code 4 is nice in many ways but for a 'hard-use' product, I'd say the Recon 1 would be better because it's more 'hand filling' which is comfortable for extended hard use tasks. Also, if you need such insane lock strength then perhaps a fixed blade would be a better option. I almost never use my American Lawman these days due to it's bulk/weight.....

[@frederickj.7702]

I'm a fan of the Endura as well, Paul, since picking up my V-Toku2 version last year. The fastest deployment characteristics of all of my eight lightweight backlock Spyderco models (the Stretch is the smoothest, though). I'm not so convinced by the blade shape of the new Endela's play on the same theme, just off the photo and video takes to date. Even as a bit of a gram counting nut, I certainly wasn't moved by the nominal 3.10 ounce vs. 3.27 ounce (V-Toku2 measured) carry weight savings. What is your take on the Endela, Paul?

[@sputumtube]

@@frederickj.7702 Like you I've only seen pictures and though some consider it to be a 'compromise' between the Delica and Endura it appears to me as though it's in 'no mans land'. I'm sure it'll sell well though because of legal restrictions on blade length in some areas if for no other reason.

[@knoxknifemods]

Hey Pete, you have any interest in the Bush Ranger? Best knife handle I’ve ever experienced from Cold Steel. Also off-topic question: you excited at all about the FF7 remake?

[@CedricAda]

InfiniteEnso never tried a bush ranger but crazy excited for ffvii remake. the scorpion robot fight looks awesome

[@knoxknifemods]

Cedric & Ada Gear and Outdoors the visuals are absolutely stunning, I wish they’d gone back to turn-based battles but those days are long gone I suppose

[@alanhudson7731]

Knife spaz! Never change dude, love your videos.

[@SingleMaltSmash]

recon 1 gets rid of that hook behind the blade when closed. will probably be lighter as well. clip point is clippier. after this review, I must get a code 4 as well *my wife glares at you*

[@SingleMaltSmash]

ps, your cat reminds me of a feline lynn thompson

[@erik012004]

Trying to choose between the code 4 and ad10. I’ve watched both of your reviews and still can’t decide.

[@joeymaximus8146]

If you have the pocket space I would go for the AD10. It does come down to what you'll be using it for though... Either way, I hope you're happy with your choice!

[@PhilippeMICHAC]

​@@joeymaximus81469 14:29

[@CaptDavesSportfishing]

THE OBVIOUS....NO PLASTIC!!!

[@eymantia]

What happened to the grind on that poor American Lawman at 2:01?

[@13irishsailors]

Knife steel testing in the steel lab mate

[@user-iy7bt7qn8q]

Thanks for the review. The Gayle Bradley 2 in M4 steel for about the same price comes to mind when I see the Code 4 Edit: must not have been paying attention to the $80 price

[@theoctaneshop6167]

Where in hell are you seeing a GB2 for 80 bucks??

[@user-iy7bt7qn8q]

The Octane Shop Nowhere, I didn’t realize these were selling for $80, sorry haha

[@theoctaneshop6167]

@@user-iy7bt7qn8q lol you're good. I was gonna say, get me tf in on that deal!

[@MyKnifeJourney]

The poor man's Sebenza

[@todverderben5440]

I have a question. I want to buy a recon 1 and i found a website where they stil got the CTS XHP versions for 8€ more. Is it worth it?

[@mitchellgardner2193]

Yes

[@todverderben5440]

@@mitchellgardner2193 just found a website where it was even 10€ less but only the spearpoint

[@mitchellgardner2193]

@@todverderben5440 Nice, i actually prefer spearpoint, stronger tip & good for wood carving if you're into bushcraft or camping.

[@todverderben5440]

@@mitchellgardner2193 yes i know that the spearpoint is probably the best, but my brain is like duuude the tanto looks great get the tanto. And i don't know if i want to purchase something from that website. I ordered a few things and 1 knife from them last week and the knife was in N690 steel instead the m390 i ordered.

[@gvigil609]

would love it in g10 handle

[@ls705]

Another good comparison is the recon 1

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

I really like mine - have the older xhp steel - but the one thing that keeps me from loving it is I absolutely hate the super slick aluminum scales. I put some grip tape on it, but that looked really trashy.

[@J.sh_CDN]

Try taking a file and throwing a few straight lines in it! Another youtuber did it, KnifeTex. I did it on my old aus 8 code 4 and enjoyed it quite a bit. Didnt fix the super thin handles though, may try to put some thin wood slabs on my next code 4

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

@@J.sh_CDN - Kinda reminds me of the old quote: To save it, I had to destroy it. I'll give it some thought. Thanks for the idea.

[@hgncbdfx]

Does the new code 4 still have teflon washers in it?

[@lexis831]

Matt SxC Yes, it still has the bronze and teflon washers.

[@hgncbdfx]

@@lexis831 that makes me very sad.

[@Apex_grind562]

Cool way of saying aluminum

[@Jb429421]

Better slicer...code 4, or broken skull?

[@tonycanniffe2360]

Jb429421 It’d be pretty close. Both excellent. Hollow grind works better on some materials (like 🧀). I don’t have a Code for but the Lawman in hollow grind and I imagine they are very similar.

[@VincenzoNero94]

Well said

[@richardhenry1969]

I have that same knife bro mine is xhp I love it wish I had the drop point but they sold out an I like xhp one of my favorite steel works good for me in hot Florida an I'm by the beach it hold up well

[@BradGryphonn]

Once again, a really good (re) review. The only thing that would stop me buying this knife is the finger scallops in the handle.

[@JuicyJerm]

I swear he called the handle material Adamantium. If the that's the case I'm buying 100 of them. Lol

[@The4cp]

If the blade was adamantium I'd buy 200.

[@RussianVitamines]

i have one in xhp, the blade looks warped if you look closely, like there is more metal on one side, and it's has to be sharpened with different angles or the bevel will look like on the lawman in this video on one side.

[@meatpopsickle1895]

First they take switch the cts-xhp steel, then they switch from hollow grind to flat grind. What will they change next? Aluminum to FRN scales? Wouldn't be surprised.

[@misterbaker9728]

Love when you say aluminum

[@deathbyastonishment7930]

Magnum Mountaineer Your not serious are you? Americans and Canadians are the only people who omit the extra i in spelling. We Australians say and spell it aluminium.

[@asmitty952]

Death By Astonishment Late to the party but most of my fellow Americans don’t realize that we spell it differently as well as pronounce it differently.

[@ТоварищЧе-я7й]

👍

[@harrisquicksilver6595]

Holy moly did i just hear pete say that s35vn is far superior to k390??? I cant believe my ears...😂

[@evagelosntalas2580]

Plz try cold steel srk sk5

[@P43LO70]

Why the super Mario theme song?

[@eachday9538]

11:30 [Triad]

[@jackfarmboy]

Caught that too eh?! Lol i was gonna give him a pass, but if you bring the pitchforks..... ill bring the torches😁

[@eachday9538]

@@jackfarmboy 13:27 [thicker] This is the sort of thing KZbin should be demonetizing channels for.

[@jackfarmboy]

@@eachday9538 😁, well then i better watch out. They would shut my ass down.

[@D.or.A]

Why da hell i hear music from undertail???

[@miccheck11]

Can you expand on the benefits of this clip point over the spear point?

[@nightfevernight]

Code 4 Spearpoint in CTS XHP much better in every way.