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Posted: 12/31/2021 3:19:43 PM EDT
Has anyone noticed any changes to Cold Steel quality since the company changed ownership?

Thanks.....P
Link Posted: 1/7/2022 8:31:47 PM EDT
[#1]
Yes, clips seem cheaper made and they do not repair or replace any old company products. GSM also purchased SOG brand last year….
Link Posted: 1/21/2022 6:41:21 PM EDT
[#2]
Thanks.

I took a chance and ordered a Recon Tanto and it definitely isn't as sharp out of the box as the one I got a couple of years back, grind is a little uneven as well.
Link Posted: 2/19/2022 11:39:11 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 2/19/2022 9:22:06 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/9/2022 4:27:48 PM EDT
[#6]
Part of my "before GSM fucks Cold Steel" panic buy:



I already modified the Drop Forged Bowie to remove the despised upper guard and added a very much needed cord handle:



Not shown but on their way:

- Drop Forged Boot Knife (arrived, but no pics)
- GI Tanto in SK-5 1055 (oops!)
- Recon Tanto in SK-5


Link Posted: 3/30/2022 9:52:01 AM EDT
[#7]
Picked up a Recon 1 tanto recently.  Had one years ago.  It didn't seem as sharp out of the box.  Didn't see anything wonky with the grind.
Link Posted: 4/8/2022 1:53:56 PM EDT
[#8]
Quality/sharpness, all that:  That Recon Tanto blade in San Mai (group pic above) is the sharpest blade I've ever received from anyone, including a couple custom makers.  
Link Posted: 4/12/2022 5:54:55 PM EDT
[#9]
An oldie.
Link Posted: 4/13/2022 2:33:54 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/14/2022 6:03:42 AM EDT
[#11]
The unending quest for ever higher profits inevitably leads to the degradation of everything else. Every. Damn. Time.
Link Posted: 5/21/2022 12:42:48 PM EDT
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The unending quest for ever higher profits inevitably leads to the degradation of everything else. Every. Damn. Time.
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There at least two, if not more, threads over on Bladeforums on recent GSM Customer Service experiences, including spare or replacement parts for Cold Steel knives (screws, clips etc.).  

Short version:  Fuck Me.

Longer version:  Fuck me with a stick.


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