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For those intrigued by the Bush Ranger but seeking a budget-friendly folding field knife, Cold Steel developed the Bush Ranger Lite. With an almost identical 3.5" Sheffield clip point blade, the Lite version of the Bush Ranger utilizes durable 8Cr13MoV steel and a thumb stud for ease of opening. As comfort in use is key, the Bush Ranger Lite’s handle is comprised of expertly contoured glass filled nylon (GFN) that fits your hand like a glove. With ambidextrous carry options offered through an interchangeable pocket clip, and weighing just 4.8 ounces, the Bush Ranger Lite makes carrying a breeze. As always, safety and security continue to remain priority number one to Cold Steel, so they supplied the Bush Ranger Lite with a state-of-the-art rocker lock featuring a secondary safety that when engaged is enormously resistant to shock and impact. We're confident you'll agree, the Bush Ranger Lite is an excellent first folding knife or budget-friendly, reliable utility knife for everyday carry (EDC).
8Cr Stainless Steel
One of the most common budget stainless steels, it maintains a competitive combination of edge retention and toughness in its price range.
Zytel Handles
A nylon polymer that is lightweight and extremely durable, Zytel can be shaped and textured to provide excellent grip.
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
Lockback
The lockback system has been used for many decades. It can usually be found on the knife spine and it provides a strong lockup that will wear well.
Customer Reviews
Cold Steel 21A Bush Ranger Lite Folding Knife 3.5" Plain Blade, OD Green GFN Handles (2 reviews)
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Cold Steel 21A Bush Ranger Lite Folding Knife 3.5" Plain Blade, OD Green GFN Handles
I purchased one when they first came out. It is a rock solid folder.No blade play in any direction. I own over 25 cold steel folders and they are all rock solid folders with no blade play at all. The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of a 5 is because it is too large for my hand. I am a small person (5' 3") with small hands and have to shift my grip after opening. This is not condusive in a self-defense situation. As you never know when a knife might be needed for protection. Anyone who has been in a fight knows a fraction of a second can mean the difference between winning and losing. Therefore any knife I carry must be able to be handled in the quickest way possible.
Cold Steel 21A Bush Ranger Lite Folding Knife 3.5" Plain Blade, OD Green GFN Handles
Fried Chicken Skin
MA
Jan 06, 2023
Pros: None
Cons: None
Beefy blade with a little play
Pros: it’s got heft, feels sturdy and can be deployed fairly easily with one hand. Rear lock feels safe and sound. Grippy handle. Cons: the blade has noticeable and audible play. All directions: up, down, left, right. Blade lock feels superfluous because of this.
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