Tiger Karambit | Cold Steel

Tiger Karambit – A versatile EDC and outdoor knife

The Cold Steel Tiger Karambit is a striking knife featuring a distinctive curved hawkbill blade of 12.07 cm. This 22.5 cm long karambit knife combines tradition with modern materials for everyday use as an EDC or during outdoor activities. Its most notable feature is the ergonomic grip with finger ring, providing superior control.

Experience from the Shogun team

During intensive use for bushcraft tasks, we noticed how the curved blade shape excels at pull cuts. The finger ring offers perfect control even with wet hands, although karambit technique does require practice for optimal use.

Performance and sharpness of this knife

The AUS8 stainless steel with a hardness of 58 HRC offers an excellent balance between sharpness and ease of maintenance. The hawkbill blade shape cuts effortlessly through rope, wood and food. The plain-edge grind makes resharpening easy, while the stonewashed blade finish masks signs of use.

Grip and ease of use

The Kraton® rubber coating over the Grivory core delivers an ergonomic grip that does not slip, even when wet. The weight of 129 grams feels substantial without being heavy. The finger ring prevents the knife from slipping out of your hand during intensive use.

Who is this knife suitable for?

This outdoor knife is ideal for bushcrafters and EDC enthusiasts seeking a unique, reliable tool. The karambit shape requires some getting used to, so absolute beginners may be better off starting with a more traditional design. Collectors will appreciate its authentic character.

Maintenance and durability

The stainless steel AUS8 requires minimal maintenance – cleaning and dry storage are usually sufficient. Periodic oiling keeps the material in top condition. The included Secure-Ex polymer sheath protects the razor-sharp blade excellently during transport and storage.

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