Cold Steel AD-10 vs Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black
Cold Steel AD-10 ($180) vs Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black ($279.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Cold Steel AD-10 | Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $180 | $279.99 |
| Weight | 170g | 147.4g |
| Blade Steel | CPM-S35VN | — |
| Blade Length | 3.5" | — |
| Lock | Tri-Ad lock | Tri-Ad / Atlas Lock |
| Weight | 6.0oz | 147.4g (Cold Steel published) |
| Material | — | MagnaCut blade, G10 handle |
| Blade | — | 4.0 in |
Pros & Cons
Cold Steel AD-10
- Uncompromising lock strength
- Premium steel
- Full G10 scales
- Chunky in pocket
- Overbuilt for gentle EDC
Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black
- MagnaCut offers high corrosion resistance and edge holding
- Strong back lock
- Large handle suits big hands
- $280 puts it near US-made premium folders
- Same size and weight as the S35VN version
Cold Steel AD-10 is the better value at $180. If weight matters most, Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black carries lighter at 147.4g. Both are part of our curated knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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