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Cold Steel Recon 1 Clip Point S35VN vs Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black
Cold Steel Recon 1 Clip Point S35VN ($189.99) vs Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black ($279.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Cold Steel Recon 1 Clip Point S35VN | Cold Steel Recon 1 MagnaCut Black |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $189.99 | $279.99 |
| Weight | 147.4g | 147.4g |
| Material | S35VN blade with DLC, G-10 handle | MagnaCut blade, G10 handle |
| Weight | 147.4g (Cold Steel published) | 147.4g (Cold Steel published) |
| Blade | 4.0 in | 4.0 in |
| Lock | Tri-Ad Lock | Tri-Ad / Atlas Lock |
Pros & Cons
Cold Steel Recon 1 Clip Point S35VN
- Tri-Ad lock is very strong
- S35VN with a DLC coating
- Large, secure G-10 grip
- Heavy and long for pocket carry
- Weight is published only to the nearest 0.1 oz
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 Recon 1 Clip Point S35VN is the better value at $189.99. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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