Stiletto's Cold Steel 12" San Mai Magnum & Warcraft Tanto Comparison Request Video
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- Опубліковано 10 січ 2023
- This one is for LivingTheKnifeLife. I hope this answers your questions... :-) These are, all, awesome Fixed Blade Combat Knives, in my opinion. I recommend them all.
With that said, LivngTheKnifeLife wanted to know what I thought of the 12" San Mai Magnum and Warcraft Tanto's from Cold Steel. So, here is my comparison Video of mine. I give my thoughts on them, so far. And, let you know why I purchased them. Take a look. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I can appreciate your addiction to Cold Steel blades, as I'm a big "Fanboy" myself. I own more Cold Steel cutlery than all other brands. I've owned most of my collection for decades. I bought the first offering of the Warcraft 12".
Now, you sound a lot like me... :-) The majority of my Knife Collection consist of Cold Steel Folders and Fixed Blades, too. :-) Though, I absolutely luv trying out everything that attracts me. Especially, if I can afford to try it out. But, like you, Cold Steel rules my Collection... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
i miss 2015 cold steel
that was the golden age of cold steel
Yes, the last years were awesome years for the Original Cold Steel Company, I totally agree. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Beautiful blades brother ! I could just see you ina zombie apocalypse strapped with ten fixed blades and dragging two large suitcases full of blades haha you have so many it’s hard to chose just a few to grab..
So true, Bro; so true! :-) :-) :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Yo my man Stiletto, Thanks for the shout out and for making this video!!) You helped me make a decision and I plan on getting the Magnum first and the Warcraft next. I agree with what you said about the ideal fighting knife length of 6 to 9 inches for close quarter combat. The Cold Steel Marauder or Cold Steel Drop Forged Bowie would be ideal since both ranging around the 8 and 9 inch range. Keep doing what you're doing Thanks brotha!)
Right on! Yes, as you can see, I absolutely luv both. Great decision. Enjoy! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I agree with the description that the Magnum Tanto is a master fighting knife for sure. That’s what I think of when I see them, and I can’t see them without picturing Lynn C Thompson cutting through a carcass with one! I love those knives. Awesome video again, Stiletto. I never knew what the other steel was in San Mai or its properties either. Interesting that it is so tough and good to know 💪
Yes. To me it's a Martial Artist Blade. A Master Fighter. Absolutely, agree, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Karambit Master Juno, man I roared with laughter on thar one! You have an awesome collection and an awesome knowledge.
Thank up Bro! It's very appreciated. :-) Oh, yes, Juno is the Master. I have plenty Karambit Claw Marks to prove it... :-) :-) :-) LOL. :-) :-) :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Loved your knowledge behind the blades…intriguing discussion.
Thank you. And, thank for watching. Both, are awesome and well made. I am a Fan of San Mai Blades. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I like your love and great joy to knives👌👌👌
Thank you so much; I absolutely luv sharing my Hobby. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
A must have!
Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Love the comparison! Just got the san mai warcraft from midway USA, fantastic price & fantastic knife. More beefier than I thought. It has a small asymmetry on the tanto but I can live with it given the super low price. Wish they still make the old school 9 inch magnum tanto in san mai.
Right on! I purchased all of my Warcrafts at MidwayUSA.com during their different sales. Often, they have great sales during the Holidays and for your Birthday, if you join MidwayUSA.com. And, yes, sometimes there are slight imperfections on Factory Made Blades. I have had that issue with every Knife Brand, before. Yes, these are very hefty. :-) I will need to build up my wrist and arm muscles for this one. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Love those mini-swords!
That's an excellent way to describe them. To me, they feel like small Swords, too... :-) Or, heavy-duty and well made Machetes. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I like the Recon tantos.
You and I both. They have been some of my Tri-Ad Folder and Fixed Blade favorites for many years. To me, they are, like the Voyager Series, a Cold Steel Classic... Absolutely agree! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Juno the karambit master , nice stiletto 👍. I just found out recently called steel has these larger blades and I think Lynn Thompson is quite a good dude to make nice pieces like this . Talk about sharp finger , that’s like sharp arm
Yes, Cold Steel makes everything all the way up to Swords and Spears. Absolutely, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I thought I was the only blade guy that had to have atleast 2 of everything 😁
Luv those ColdSteel👍
Yes, I am a real Knife Nut or Addict... :-) I always think I'll lose one or one of my Buds will want to purchase one from me or I might damage it. I tend to always buy multiples of the one's, I really absolutely luv. That's what I do, far too often... :-) :-) :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
No ur not the only one I'm in that club lol just got my magnum tanto 12 in San mai love it .
Right on. It's nice to know that I am not the only Knife Nut... :-) LOL :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I love Joe x he really shows you the actual abuse the blades can take. I don't know if I like the way the new warcraft handle is made. I think the handle is what made that knife. What it was when they made the first generation.
I like the 1st Generation of the Warcraft the best, too... I like that it was, originally, a Andrew Demko design. Also, that it had a Flat, Saber-Ground, American Tanto, that was made from CPM-3V. I, too, absolutely luv the Original Handle and Tapered, Fully Exposed, Handle Tang.
So, I absolutely luv my Original, Demko, Warcraft's.
But, the New, GSM, Cold Steel Warcraft is a Beast, too... And, I absolutely luv Joe X and what he does. But, putting every knife through the same destruction test only proves every knife can be broken. It doesn't show if the knife will be good or not for it's intended tasks it was designed for... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Yeah I'm going to buy one just to have it because, you know it's still cold steel. Those magnum blades are spectacular, I want one so bad but you know the wife says practicality for expensive knives. Well a 12 inch knife is only one use 😂😂😂. Definitely want a 6 inch or the next size up!! I do have a sk5 recon tanto coming Monday so that's exciting!!😂😂
Right on! It's just a lot of fun having a 12" Blade. I know many say super big Blades are slower and more awkward in Close Quarters Combat. But, the sight of a massive 12" Blade will definitely strike fear in an Attacker! They're good for practicing the Art of Fighting without Fighting... I other words, they will scare away most Attackers. That's why I like them for House Protection Tools... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Super cool!!!!
:30 HIII BABY CAT
Right on. Thank you for watching. :-)
Juno absolutely "ROCKS!!!" :-)
Thx.4 the vid yr 2 cool
I thank you for the compliment. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Nice explanation. I helps alot! The 4034 steel is a bitch to sharpen. I should have gotten the san mai.
Right on! San Mai, "ROCKS!" :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Great demonstration and explanation.
Glad you enjoyed it! These are, both, very awesome Blades. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Got 1 new warcraft and 2 magnun and 1 master tanto DLC 3V! Seen that same video with JoeX (the Talwar survives alot of punishment). Was thinking of getting the new Demko Aus10 tanto ($150 at KC)🔪
Great choices, Bro. Yes, I like watching Joe X Videos, too. He puts Blades through abuse that I never would put a Blade through. From his Videos, you can see what a Edged Tool can handle. But, I always keep in mind, what the Tool he's testing is meant for... I find his Videos very Educational. :-) And, I have seen the New Demko Fixed Blades he designed for Outdoor use. If you're looking for a Camp Duty Edged Tool, I would recommend Esee Knives. Why? They have the best warranty service. If you snap your blade, they will replace your Knife. And, 1095HC is a better steel for a hard use Fixed Blade than AUS-10A. If you want to Baton, I would consider the Esee 5. If you want a great multi-purpose Fixed Blade, I would suggest the Esee 6. :-) Don't get me wrong, I absolutely luv Demko Knives. But, for the price that Andrew is asking for his New Knife, there are a lot of great and proven choices for less. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Like I always say, "High speed lead poisoning is preferred over a knife"!
LOL :-) :-) :-)
Great content as always 👍. Which knives from your collection would you choose if you were limited to a total of 5? I know it seems impossible to whittle down to five but in this scenario you were ONLY allowed to keep 5 regardless of knife type, blade material, manufacturer or specific knife purpose. You ONLY get 5. WYD and why? Thanks.
I absolutely luv this challenge. :-) give me a couple of days to think about it; there are so many I absolutely luv... :-) :-) :-) And, I will make a Video of my pick of 5. Great idea! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Did you make the top 5 video?
3v is better than san mai in almost every category except stain resistance. And even then 3v doesn't rust or stain readily. Its much tougher, holds a better edge, has better edge stability. Yes its more difficult to sharpen but if you have diamond stones or a ceramic hone youre good to go.
Right on! Great information. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Your Warcraft that weighed 16.7 oz threw me off a bit until I remembered that you wrapped the handle.
Right on. Do they weigh a lot less without the wrapping? You're talking about my Krupp 4034 one's, right? Those are the lighter weight one's. If you haven't, try wrapping your handles; it really improves the grip and confidence when wielding them. To me, it even makes them fell much lighter and easier to handle in hand. I used Tennis Racket Handle Wrap, that I purchased at Big 5 Sporting Goods. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I don't just consider the human threat when choosing a tactical knife. I've seen bears and bucks at night and even in the daytime when walking to places I got to get to not to mention anything freaky and bizarre that I might run into. I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it so got to have at least two knives for different situations and sometimes using two at once for more stabby slash slash and run like hell. Plus I'm homeless at the moment so I don't have a door and four walls to hide behind either.🙀
Right on, Brother! Always hope for the best. But, always be prepared for the worst. Stay strong, Bro! :-) Stiletto :-)
I always think of a Sandwiches when saying sanmai? 🤤 now I’m hungry!
I can’t believe how the original Warcraft grip is so close to the recon 1 folder , but the recon fixed blade is a neutral handle?
IMO-a All blacked out blade is a bonus for combat but shiny big blades in civilian combat could be a huge intimidation & deterrent to a attackers.
That’s not a knife 🔪!
✌️🤟🤙
I totally agree. One of the reasons I like big crazy looking blades for Home Defense is for the 'Art of Fighting Without Fighting." :-) I know I wouldn't want to mess with anybody wielding a Big 10 to 12 inch long, super sharp, Blade... So, yes, to me a Civilian or Urban Combat Blade is better off being Flashy and very Noticeable and Intimidating. That helps to scare off would be Attackers; hence, the "Art of Fighting Without Fighting!" :-) That's a major reason I absolutely luv these and my other Mega Fixed Blades.
But, for a Soldier, you definitely want a completely Murdered Out Knife and Firearms and other Tools of War. You don't want anything that can give away your position. Absolutely agree, Bro! Right on, Lucky! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Nice video bro
Thank you. And, thank you for watching. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
first of all, very very thank you for the video. yes, you are right it is ,,mai,, not mei. But you should actually say SAN MAI with the same ,,a,, in san as in mai. In Japanese ,,san,, means three and ,,mai,, means ,,times,, or layer/sheet ... of paper for example. so ,,san mai,, means three sheets or three pieces. greetings from europe. Peter.
Awesome, I often mispronounce San Mai... I never knew what it translated into. Thank you for the information. And, thank you for watching. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto It's OK. You are an English speaking person. You pronounce the letter "a" differently than the Japanese. Even so, it is surprising that you even knew that "mai" should be pronounced differently. I studied Japanese for three years, otherwise I wouldn't have even noticed it. :)
Right on. I try to get things right. I respect all People and Languages of the World. Right on. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Which TWO Cold Steel large fixed blades and TWO Cold Steel large folding blades would you take with you to the zombie apocalypse?
My choice:
Magnum Tanto XII in San Mai VG10
Magnum Warcraft Tanto in 3V with DLC
Recon 1 Tanto XL in CTS-XHP with DLC
Espada XL G10 in CTS-XHP with DLC
Oh, yeah!!! I absolutely luv this question! And, your choices are awesome!!! :-) I will answer your question in my next Video; stay tuned... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto Awesome can't wait! Love all of your videos, thank you! (On a side note, you should put some stuff on instagram as well, lots of knife collectors on there it seems.)
Right on, good advice. I will make a Video, by tomorrow. Stay tuned ed... :-) I will give you a mention. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
I have the original 7 in and 5 inch Warcraft Tanto's and they're some of my favorite knives. I think the new Warcraft knives are crap by comparison. When Joe x tested the warcraft in San mai the tang failed pretty bad because it's skeletonized. I would trust my life to my original Warcraft tantos but the new ones are a serious disappointment.
I absolutely luv the Original Warcrafts better, too.
I have, both, the Old and New Warcrafts. The Original Demkos are much better. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto sorry if that was a little negative I've been shopping for some knives that are as nice as the original Warcraft Tantos and I'm having a hard time. I just ordered two of the master Tantos in 3v I saw from a Google image a master Tanto with the grip removed and the tang is rather beefy.
Yes, they're Full Tang. And, are the real deal.
The Night Shade, or the Black DLC, 3V one's with the Saber Flat Ground Blades are my personal favorites. But, are harder to find, nowadays, since they're the one's from the Original Company.
The new one's are nice, too, with the 3V or VG-10 San Mai Saber Hollow Ground Blades and Flat Ground Tips.
I have a 12" one in both Steels and absolutely luv them both. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
What sharpening stone should I use for xhp steel like the xl espada
Diamond Stones. That's what I use pretty much on all of the New Powdered Steels. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto 🙏🕊🌅god bless brother
Right on, Bro! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Great collection of tantos.Have you checked out some of James Williams osaroku designs? If not I think you'll like them.
Yes I have seen James Williams Blades. I had the Deadbolt version from CRKT. I had to send it due to bad grind lines. I hope to get another; it's a very cool design. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Amazing how much heavier the warcraft in 3V is than 4034. I was thinking the stock was diff, but nope, and you are saying both have hollow grinds, so I do not know what to think??
American G-10 is very dense. It's not an Injection Molded Plastic like Grivory or Griv-Ex or FRN or Zytel or Zy-Ex. It is man made and has to be machined into a usable shape. That's why it's much more expensive than a Injection Molded Material. So, it's a lot more dense and heavier than an Injection Molded Plastic Material. That's why, I believe the VG-10 San Mai Warcraft is heavier than the German Krupp 4034 Warcraft...
That's the only difference, other than Steel Types, between them; the dimensions and sizes are the same. But, the 4034 has Gri-Ex Handle Scales and the VG-10 San Mai has American G-10 Handle Scales...
G-10 Knives always weigh more than the same Knives with FRN, Zytel, or Grivory Handle Scales... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto yeah, thanks. There is very very little diff between between mass of one type of steel or another. I guess its that G10
Absolutely. I should do a scale swap and see exactly what the difference is and also weigh the blades without the Scales. Would you be interested in seeing that Video? Let me know. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto i would
Will do. It will most likely be made on Sunday or early next week; stay tuned... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Not sure if I'd want a Warcraft XL or a BK9 for tactical use...
I absolutely luv both! That's a very hard choice. It, to me, just comes down to preference.
My BK-9 is my go to for heavier duty Woodcrafting chores and tasks. So, basically. It's my personal favorite "Camp" Knife. I think of it as a big "Utility" Knife that's shines when it comes to hard work; I don't think of it as a "Fighting" Knife...
Where as, with the Old, 3V, Cold Steel Warcraft, I think of that one as being more of an Apocalypse Fixed Blade. It's a great hard worker, too... And, it's a great Combat or Fighting Blade, also...
But, for a Big Fixed Blade for Camp Duties that you may need to do a lot of abusive tasks with, I would pick the BK-9.
For the purpose of being a Fighter, I would pick the 9 or 12 inch Warcraft Fixed Blades. To me, these are Fighting Knives that can double as good Fieldcraft and Camp Knives, too...
But, due to the rarity of the old 3v Warcrafts, I would save that one, it's not replaceable. The BK-9, on the other hand is... :-) Hard question! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto great response. Thank you. I have the 12" san mai on order. I wonder how that compares with the 3V
I absolutely luv my 12" VG-10 San Mai and 4034 Warcrafts. I missed out on the 12" CPM-3V Warcrafts. So, for me, these are the next best thing. The Original Demko Warcrafts had Saber Ground American Tanto Blades, made our of 3V and coated with Black DLC. To me, those were the best.
Why?
With the Saber Ground Blade and 3V Steel, they are going to be super strong and durable and tough and still hold a edge.
The, New, Cold Steel Warcrafts have a Saber Hollow Ground Blade with a Flat Ground Tip.
They are strong. But, not as strong as the Originals, that Andrew Demko designed.
But, they make great Heavyweight Fighters!
I use mine for Home Defense. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
that's alot of steel & money on that table
Yes, I am a Certified Knife Nut! Why? I don't know... :-) Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@Kris_Stiletto I respect that haha
LOL :-) Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
How do you sharpen them 😢
I sharpen all of my blades, longer than 6 inches on sharpening stones. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
이거나이프이름이무엇입니까
Hello. Your comment translates to, "What is the name of this ipe?" Are you saying, "What is the name of this type?" These are Cold Steel American Tanto Blades. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Your pronunciation has no problem! As a Chinese, we always call it "San May". 三枚 is stands for "Three pieces"
Right on. It's all good. Either way is okay with me. Right on! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
@@Kris_Stiletto I like your videos, keep going!
Thank you for the compliment and thank you for watching. There's always more to come... Stay tuned
... :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)