Cold Steel 4-MAX Scout Heavy-Duty Folding Knife

Legendary Strength. Exceptional Value.

The Cold Steel 4-MAX Scout delivers the unmistakable strength and imposing presence of the acclaimed 4-MAX in a more accessible package. Designed by renowned custom knife maker Andrew Demko, the Scout retains the same formidable dimensions, powerful blade profile and world-famous locking system as the original, while utilising practical materials that make it an outstanding value for collectors, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone seeking a serious folding utility knife.

Its imposing 4-inch extra-wide drop point blade is crafted from 5 mm thick Japanese AUS-10A stainless steel, providing an excellent balance of toughness, edge retention and corrosion resistance. Finished with a durable stonewashed finish, the broad blade is sharpened to a keen plain edge, delivering impressive slicing performance and exceptional strength for demanding outdoor, workshop and general utility tasks.

The Griv-Ex™ handle faithfully follows the shape and ergonomics of the original 4-MAX, offering a secure, comfortable grip while reducing overall production costs. Reinforced with stainless steel liners and a robust Griv-Ex™ back spacer, the handle delivers outstanding structural rigidity without sacrificing comfort during prolonged use. The carefully sculpted profile provides excellent control in a wide range of working conditions.

Providing exceptional blade security is Andrew Demko's revolutionary Tri-Ad® Lock, widely regarded as one of the strongest locking systems ever fitted to a production folding knife. Subjected to extensive impact and shock testing, the 4-MAX Scout has demonstrated extraordinary strength, reportedly supporting 600 lbs (approximately 272 kg) of suspended weight during testing without sustaining damage. This remarkable durability gives complete confidence whenever challenging cutting tasks arise.

Combining Andrew Demko's innovative engineering, premium Japanese blade steel and Cold Steel's legendary build quality, the Cold Steel 4-MAX Scout Heavy-Duty Folding Knife offers exceptional performance and outstanding value, bringing flagship-level strength to an even wider audience.

Specs

• Brand: Cold Steel
• Product Type: Folding Knife
• Blade Length: 4" (102 mm)
• Overall Length: 10" (254 mm)
• Handle Length: 6" (152 mm)
• Blade Material: Japanese AUS-10A Stainless Steel
• Advanced Blade Material: AUS-10A
• Blade Thickness: 5 mm
• Blade Finish: Stonewashed
• Blade Style: Extra-Wide Drop Point
• Blade Edge: Plain
• Handle Material: Griv-Ex™
• Handle Construction: Stainless Steel Liners with Griv-Ex™ Back Spacer
• Lock Type: Tri-Ad® Lock
• Knife Type: Folding Knife
• UK Legal Carry: No
• Weight: 290 g

Blade Edge: Sharpened.

Age-restricted item — 18+ only. This is a bladed article. Under the Criminal Justice Act 1988 (s141A) and the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 it is an offence to sell or deliver it to anyone under 18. We will not do so.

How we verify:

Age and identity are verified at checkout via our age-verification provider (OneID). Orders that fail verification are cancelled and refunded.

The parcel is dispatched on an age-restricted courier service and is age-checked on delivery. ID is required at handover, the item is delivered only to the buyer, and it is not left unattended, with a neighbour, or in a locker/safe place.

This blade is sold as a collector's/display item. Carrying a bladed article in a public place without good reason is a criminal offence. Buy responsibly.