Cold Steel Kudu Ring Lock Folding Knife

An African Classic Reimagined by Cold Steel.

Inspired by the traditional ring lock folding knives carried throughout Africa for generations, the Cold Steel Kudu is a lightweight, practical folding knife that combines centuries-old design with modern materials and manufacturing. Simple, reliable and remarkably versatile, the Kudu is an outstanding everyday companion for collectors, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates functional design.

Its 4.25-inch blade is crafted from 5Cr15MoV stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance, dependable edge retention and easy maintenance. Finished with a striking mirror polish, the blade is expertly heat treated to achieve an ideal balance between long-lasting sharpness and straightforward resharpening, making it well suited to everyday utility and outdoor tasks.

The durable Zy-Ex™ handle is reinforced with glass fibre for strength while remaining exceptionally lightweight. Finished with an attractive wood-grain texture and elegant polished silver accents, it combines traditional styling with modern durability and comfort.

The knife uses the classic Ring Lock mechanism that has proven its reliability over centuries of practical use. Simple to operate and highly dependable, it reflects the authentic African design that inspired the Kudu while providing secure blade retention during everyday tasks.

Weighing just 68 g, the Kudu offers impressive cutting performance in an incredibly lightweight package, making it easy to carry wherever your day takes you.

Specs

• Brand: Cold Steel
• Product Type: Folding Knife
• Blade Length: 4.25" (108 mm)
• Overall Length: 10" (254 mm)
• Handle Length: 5.75" (146 mm)
• Blade Material: 5Cr15MoV Stainless Steel
• Blade Finish: Mirror Polish
• Blade Edge: Plain
• Handle Material: Glass-Reinforced Zy-Ex™
• Handle Finish: Wood-Grain Texture with Polished Silver Accents
• Lock Type: Ring Lock
• Knife Type: Folding Knife
• UK Legal Carry: No
• Weight: 68 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.