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Legendary Russian gun designer Mikhail Kalashnikov created the AK-47 assault rifle in 1947. Adopted by the Red Army in 1949, the rifle earned a reputation as the "people's rifle." The Cold Steel Mini AK-47 heavy-duty tactical knife pays tribute to the famed assault weapon, with a similarly rugged, economical, easy-to-operate design.
Designed by knife designer Andrew Demko, the Mini AK-47 knife is built for hard and rugged use, with a hollow-ground 2-3/4-inch blade that's honed by hand until it reaches levels of sharpness usually seen on a surgeon's scalpel. The blade is made from Japanese AUS 8A stainless steel, which is vacuum-heat-treated and sub-zero-quenched for maximum toughness. The blade's black Teflon coating, meanwhile, boosts corrosion resistance, enhances cutting power, and improves edge retention.
The blade is supported by Cold Steel's state-of-the-art Tri-Ad lock, which has been tested to resist shock induced by blows on the spine or over-strike that lands on the handle. The Mini AK-47 supplements the blade toughness with a rugged, rigid, and incomparably strong G-10 handle. Finally, the Mini AK-47 comes with an ambidextrous pocket clip and patented thumb plate. The thumb plate has a dual purpose: It allows you to draw and quickly open the knife by snagging it on the edge of a pocket, or you can use it like a conventional thumb stud or disc for easy one-handed opening.
Specifications
- Blade: Japanese AUS 8A stainless steel with black Teflon coating
- Handle: G-10
- Blade length: 2-3/4 inches
- Blade thickness: 3mm
- Handle length: 4-3/8 inches
- Overall length: 7-1/8 inches
- Pocket clip: Stainless pocket/belt clip
- Weight: 2.9 ounces
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In 1947 Mikhail Kalashnikov, the legendary Russian gun designer, created the AK-47 assault rifle. Eventually adopted by the Red Army in 1949, it became famous as the -InchPeople's Rifle-Inch. Such renown was well deserved, as it was an utterly reliable weapon. It was rugged, simple to operate and maintain, economical, and effective at reasonable ranges. This weapon, and all it represents became the inspiration for our heavy duty tactical knives, the AK-47 folders. Designed by Andrew Demko, the AK-47's possess all of the attributes of their namesake, and perhaps a few more. They're built for hard and rugged use and are available in two sizes. Both sizes have many features in common. For instance, both are equipped with G-10 handles that offer a vigorous grip that is remarkably tough, rigid and incomparably strong. Also, each size comes with a unique pommel made out of 6061 aluminum. The pommels feature a lanyard hole and can also serve as a -Inchless than lethal-Inch percussion tool in a self-defense situation.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
This knife is a Pitbull!,
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This review is from: Cold Steel Mini AK-47 Knife (Sports)
I've never been so impressed by a knife with a blade length of around 3". The knife was so sharp out of the box that I could easily shave hair off my arm. I now have a bald spot on my arm, but well worth it! Next, it's virtually impossible for this knife to slip out of your hand because the handles just "grab" your palm and hold your hand in place, even if it's sweaty. The bottom of the handle contours to the shape of a closed fist so well that "death grip" is the best analogy I can find to describe how well it stays in hand. I've duplicated all of the stress tests for this knife that can be found on Youtube and it passed with flying colors (even the spine whacking test). The locking mechanism on the AK makes for absolutely zero blade play in any direction. Lock this knife, and it feels like a fixed blade. The wave feature works perfectly, but the attachment on op of the blade is removable, if you so choose. One handed deployment is easy, but the lock is SO strong, that closing it one handed is quite difficult, although NOT impossible. It just takes practice. The clip is rock solid and unobtrusive to the overall grip. The AK even comes with a second handle, just for us lefties! There is also a light weight, blunt protrusion opposite the knife's business end that could be used as a blunt instrument in a self defense capacity, along with a generous size lanyard hole. Best of all, the blade length makes it perfectly legal in MOST places. The only cautionary comment I have is that people with large hands might want to consider the full size AK47 instead of the mini. For folks like me, with small hands, it offers the perfect fit. Finally, given the price point, what you end up with is an extremely durable knife that you can use and abuse with total confidence.
UPDATE 31 March 2011 : Just got the nerve to do the test where you balance the knife between 2 bricks and then stand on it. Since it's the mini AK47, I had to balance my entire body weight (185 Lbs.) on just one foot, which put even more pressure on the knife! I have to say that it passed with flying colors and works as well as ever! No issues with opening or closing, and nothing seems to be bent at all. I was so impressed, I got one for my son. I have to give it to Cold steel. Their product torture tests are apparently genuine.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Mini AK-47... It has the WOW factor!,
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This review is from: Cold Steel Mini AK-47 Knife (Sports)
It was a little pricey, but given the AUS8 blade material and the G10 coated handles I thought I'd see what the AK was about. WOW! This knife is super high quality. The blade action is the smoothest I've used as it effortlessly glides open and locks sturdily in place with no mechanical advantage or spring assist. If the full size version of the AK wasn't illegal in my state (blade length), I'd order it in a heartbeat. The cost of the mini was roughly twice what I usually spend on an EDC, but man-o-man, so worth it. The grip is super grippy despite not having a rubber handle and the lightweight materials do not sacrifice quality in the least. It feels like a well engineered piece of equipment. My 17yo son is begging me to give it to him. Sorry kid. Another reason get a job (LOL). Buy once, cry once, use it forever. Peace.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not too shabby,
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This review is from: Cold Steel Mini AK-47 Knife (Sports)
After much research I chose this knife as my first EDC. So far it has been just about everything I expected, and I really like it. For its small size it is impressive, lightweight and sharp. The handle wears perfectly and the finish on the metal wears ok. I love how with the specially shaped thumb shelf I can "wave" the knife off my pants upon drawing it, deploying the great blade faster than a spring assisted or automatic knife. I have had it for 4 months and there is no rust or discoloration on the metal despite extensive wear in the Florida climate. The g10 handles seem extremely durable and have sandpaper like texture. I think it will last forever. I love how in its simplicity, it matches speed with automatics and excels in lock strength and stiffness.I had to dock a star because after not to long I had to tighten the main pivot screw, and the thumb notch became ever so loose. Also it developed a rattling when shaken side to side which I can't trace but which seems to have no effect what so ever on function or tightness. I'm sure it could be fixed upon disassembly, but I would rather not mess with something that ain't broken. UPDATE: After maybe 10 months the lock wasn't working right. As per the warranty I sent it back to Cold Steel and in less than 3 weeks I had a brand new one on my doorstep.
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