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When developing the Cold Steel Code 4, the aim was to create an ultra-thin, ultra-light, highly functional utility knife that is a breeze to carry. There is great comfort to be gleaned from knowing you are carrying a good knife, and many of our friends in Law Enforcement talk about how they’re always looking for that one reliable, lightweight blade that can become a permanent part of their everyday loadout. We believe that the Cold Steel Code 4 is destined to become that knife! It won't weigh down your uniform or provide unnecessary bulk. It's a pleasure to carry – so it's always there when you need it! Available in a variety of blade configurations, with ambidextrous pocket clips and thumb studs, each Code 4 features sturdy, hard-anodized gun metal grey 6061 Aluminum handles, the world-renowned Tri-Ad locking mechanism, and high satin polished, razor sharp S35VN blades.
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
Aluminum Handles
A solid, lightweight material that can be molded, textured or anodized to provide better grip under extreme conditions.
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.
S35VN Stainless Steel
An evolution of the popular S30V steel, S35VN offers a greater degree of toughness without much sacrifice in edge retention. Perfect for mid-range and premium knives.
Pros: Ease of Opening, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: Sheath
Cold Steel Comes Clean
Please understand that the title of my review refers to this knife only; not LT or the Boys in Brown. I had not had this very long when, one wash day when it eluded the the DEW line interception. (That's Dreadful EDC Washing). It took a while for me to realize what that clunking in the dryer was. It came out crisp and clean without a hint of fluffiness. I've never had a knife that exuded an aroma of morning freshness. It survived my error beautifully. .Personal anecdotes aside, this is a great knife. I am not crazy about smooth metal handles. The Code 4 is tall enough and lacks a mirror polsh on the scales that make this a non-issue for me. It was very sharp OOTB. I have many knives that slice better. This one starts out with a 0.138 blade stock that narrows to 0.035 behind the edge thanks to a hollow grind. The clip lacks the pocket edge destruction potential of many of my other CS Tri-Ad locks. (That's a good thing!) It you want a well built, good EDC, this will do the trick.
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