Cold Steel 26WD Air Lite Folding Knife 3.5" AUS-10A Drop Point Blade, Black G10 Handles, Lockback
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Part #: CS26WD | Cold Steel Knives
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Description

CS26WD: Air Lite Drop Point

Cold Steel

With the Air Lite, Cold Steel focused on making a feather-light (3.2 oz.) ultra slim (8.8 mm thick) folder that can be carried 24/7 while still leaving room in the pocket for other essential gear. But what they didn't do in their quest to make a super EDC knife was skimp on workmanship and materials. That's why every tanto and drop point blade in the Air Lite series exhibits flawless craftsmanship and premium materials. The blades are made from quality Japanese AUS-10A stainless steel famed for its edge holding ability, strength, and toughness and the handles are laser cut from highly textured G10. Even the locking mechanism can't be beaten as there is nothing better than the celebrated Tri-Ad Lock when it comes to protecting your fingers. Budget-friendly pricing, amazing sharpness, and enormously comfortable and useable, the Air Lites are hard to beat for every day carry!

Specifications

  • Item Number: 26WD
  • Name: Air Lite Drop Point
  • Blade Length: 3.50"
  • Blade Thickness: 3.0 mm
  • Overall Length: 8.0"
  • Steel: AUS-10A Stainless Steel
  • Weight: 3.2 oz.
  • Handle: 4.50" Long. G10
  • Locking Mechanism: Lockback
  • Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, Right Carry
  • Made in Taiwan

UPC Code: 705442019114

Related Categories

Cold Steel Knives, Cold Steel Air Lite Folding Knives Series, AUS-10 Blade Steel, G10 Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Lockbacks

Badges

Product Clip Type Badge: Pocket Clip
Product Handle Badge: G10 Handles
Product Lock Type Badge: Lockback
Product Steel Type Badge: AUS-10 Stainless Steel

Customer Reviews

Cold Steel 26WD Air Lite Folding Knife 3.5" AUS-10A Drop Point Blade, Black G10 Handlesrated 4.800 stars out of 5 (5 reviews)
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Cold Steel 26WD Air Lite Folding Knife 3.5" AUS-10A Drop Point Blade, Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Mike
Washington
Jun 16, 2026
Pros: None
Cons: None
Perfect EDC
Slim, light, narrow, it rides in the pocket without you even noticing, yet offers a substantial tool when you need it. I find the handle comfortable in spite of it being so narrow. I wouldn't want to spend hours carving with it, or anything, but it's great for general use. The blade is big, but not too big. Opens and closes easily. It's sharp, stabby and slicy, whatever you need. I have to force myself to carry my other good knives, because I would always just reach for this. For ordinary people with ordinary needs on an ordinary budget, this is a top contender for your one perfect pocket knife. I recommend it enthusiastically.
Cold Steel 26WD Air Lite Folding Knife 3.5" AUS-10A Drop Point Blade, Black G10 Handles
rated 4 stars out of 5
Austin Texas Buddy
 Austin, Tx
Oct 02, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: Handle Material
Good solid knife but...
I'm going to be the party pooper here and drop it down to a 4 star. I have purchases plenty of knifes on this sight and like everything I've gotten. This is a good quality knife and it is just about everything everyone has said about it. It is my first Cold Steal. I like the knife enough and will carry it because of the reasons everyone has already stated. So the problem that I have with it is just my preference. I just don't like the sharp edges. Especially the edges on the spine of the knife. It is little too sharp for me. Could I take a file and round it a bit? Maybe. Is it a deal breaker? Not really. I can live with edges of the handles although I would have enjoy a little softer rounded edge. Good knife I do recommend it. Good knife, good sharp metal, love the lock, love the handle. Mine came with an extra clip so you switch it from one side or the other. If you have read this far you're interested. Just throw this bad boy in your cart, lay down your credit card, and in a very few days get it from your mailbox. Have fun.
Cold Steel 26WD Air Lite Folding Knife 3.5" AUS-10A Drop Point Blade, Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Johnny
 Central Texas
Jul 28, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
Air lite Capable
While this knife is lite, it isn't flimsy. It is also thin so it will be out of the way when in your pocket. In addition, the blade took a great hair shaving edge.I'm not a hard user any longer but this knife should hold up to any typical knife tasks.
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