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⚔️ Slice through the ordinary with Cold Steel’s Tanto Lite – your ultimate edge in every adventure!
The Cold Steel Tanto Lite is a 6-inch fixed blade knife crafted from premium German 4116 stainless steel, featuring a cryo-quenched tanto blade for superior edge retention and corrosion resistance. Weighing only 6.6 ounces, it combines lightweight portability with rugged durability. Its non-slip Kray-Ex handle offers a secure grip in all conditions, complemented by a versatile Secure-Ex sheath for safe, convenient carry. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals seeking a reliable, high-performance utility knife.


| ASIN | B081QM84GP |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #54,674 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #67 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives |
| Blade Length | 6 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Tanto Point |
| Blade Type | Fixed |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| Brand Name | Cold Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 226 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442019053 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Included Components | Sheath |
| Is Product Cordless | Yes |
| Item Length | 11 Inches |
| Item Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Type Name | Fixed Knife |
| Manufacturer | Cold Steel |
| Model Name | Tanto Lite |
| Model Number | CS-20TL |
| Part Number | 20TL |
| Power Source | hand_powered |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Size | 6" |
| Special Feature | Stainless Steel |
| Special Features | Stainless Steel |
| Style | Classic |
| Theme | Outdoor |
| UPC | 705442019053 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Knives & Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or… |
R**R
Knife OK, Sheath, 🤷🏻♂️
Nice knife, but as others have said, the sheath isn't so good. Weird belt clip and retention is hard.
K**R
Good knife for the price.
Very durable, good knife for the money, great tackle box knife, stainless steel but holds an edge fairly well. A good all rounder for a tanto point.
K**E
Very nice diving blade.
I am very pleased with this knife. It came quickly and is very sharp. If you are reading reviews you may have noted a lot of complaints about the included sheath. About the sheath: Once you hold the blade in your hand it becomes very apparent that the blade was initially designed to be a diving knife. As a diving knife and because of basic economics, the sheath needed to be plastic with a positive lock (retention) system. The blade locks into the sheath very snugly and will not fall out of the sheath, I turned it upside down and shook it for a few minutes; it did not come even slightly loose. The sheath does have a hole in the bottom to prevent hydro-locking. As a diving knife the blade has ONE flaw. It does not have a hole in the hilt to allow for a lanyard, so it you drop it you will be looking for it. For my purposes this knife is almost perfect. Because of the 4116 steel, It will hold an edge for a very long time. The blade is well balanced for most common uses but because it is blade heavy it would not be a good throwing knife (but it’s not designed to be throwen).
M**M
Untouchable for the cost.
This knife is an absolute steal. You get more than you pay for with this one. Nothing fancy but very well dome for the money. Great truck knife, or bugout tool. If something bad happens to it no big deal at this price. Sheath clip is less than desirable but everything else about it checks the right boxes.
J**D
Love the knife, hate the sheath
This knife is sharp and has held an edge pretty well. It is a little tough to put an edge back on but by keeping up with it on a strop or steel it doesn’t need that often. When I do touch it up I found that it’s still a reasonable task with a diamond stone. The handle is comfortable and doesn’t slip in my hand. I have been using it primarily for heavy cutting/chopping and carving on sticks doing rough shaping for decorative walking sticks. The knife is easy to shift my grip on with the shape, size, and texture of the handle. The blade does hold up well to this harsh use as well. I am not a fan of the sheath as far as kydex goes, it is a basic sheath. I don’t prefer kydex, though it is not the kydex that I am rating the sheath on. The belt loop sticks up well above the bolster, to the point that it gets in the way of trying to draw the blade from the rigid, tension retention sheath. Since I don’t wear it on my belt because I’m usually sitting in a chair or stool in the back yard carving, the belt loop makes the draw particularly awkward for me. I would prefer more, or more flexible carry options other than the rigid plastic belt loop. The aesthetics are what they are. If you like a modern looking brilliantly shiny blade on a black polymer handle, you’ll love the looks. If you prefer more traditional organic material, or at least the appearance, then it may not be as appealing to you visually. The blade is smooth and shiny. It certainly wipes clean easily. I am in the camp with preferring a traditional/organic look, but more importantly, I’m a practical guy and utility is more important than aesthetics in my tools. I think it is ugly, but I still very much like this knife. It’s a strong package that does everything I ask it to. It is definitely a workhorse. I recommend it to anyone who needs a solid large tool and is comfortable with the tanto blade design. I would not hesitate to get it again, though I would prefer a less shiny finish on the blade and I am going to do some leather tooling soon to replace the sheath.
G**R
Great all around beater knife
Easy to clip and light weight. The blade is on par with the recon tanto. Very satisfied.
K**R
Fantastic diving knife
As always, Cold Steel has made another wonderful knife. This is not advertised as a diving knife but that's exactly what it is. It has a positive locking plastic sheath with a drainage hole to prevent vacuum lock. The knife comes razor sharp from the factory, but that's Cold Steel knives for you. The handle is totally nonslip, only missing a lanyard hole but the handle has a spot that one can be added. I'm completely pleased with this purchase and would definitely recommend if you're in the market for a great diving knife.
O**.
OscarQ
Beautiful design and super sharp
F**O
Genial
Evidentemente no tiene el mismo nivel de detalle ni calidad que el master tanto pero en desempeño no le pide nada, ademas es mas ligero cosa que se nota y agradece mucho, viene muy afilado, tiene un agarre exelente y el precio es muy bueno, el grosor de la hoja es aceptable, en general una gran compra
J**E
Perfeita
Um monstro discreto
C**Y
Good quality, good price
Really good value for the price. Solid/sharp/holds an edge well, grip is nice
A**.
Tranchant
Une beau couteau dans la gamme Tanto. Bonne prise en main, pointe de poignée très dure et résistante. Seul bémol : l'étui est un peu simpliste
S**O
Ligero
Es un buen cuchillo, trae buen filo y es ligero
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