Cold Steel Trail Master® San Mai® III Fixed Blade Knife

The Legendary Bowie. Handcrafted in Japan.

The Cold Steel Trail Master® San Mai® III is regarded as one of the finest production Bowie knives ever made. Designed by Lynn C. Thompson after years of extensive development, field testing and refinement, it was created with a single objective—to produce the ultimate all-purpose Bowie knife. The result is a premium fixed blade trusted by collectors, bushcraft enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers around the world.

Handcrafted in Japan in limited numbers, this exceptional model features a 9.5-inch blade forged from VG-1 San Mai® III laminated stainless steel. Combining a hard VG-1 cutting core with tough outer layers, San Mai® III offers outstanding edge retention, impressive toughness and excellent corrosion resistance, making it one of Cold Steel's most sought-after blade materials.

The broad clip point blade is hand honed to a razor-sharp edge, delivering exceptional cutting performance while retaining the strength needed for demanding outdoor and utility tasks.

Its durable Kray-Ex® handle provides a secure, non-slip grip for superb comfort and control in all weather conditions. Completing the package is a rugged Secure-Ex® sheath, offering reliable protection and convenient carry.

Combining traditional Japanese craftsmanship with one of Cold Steel's most iconic designs, the Trail Master® San Mai® III is a premium Bowie knife worthy of any serious collection.

Specs

• Brand: Cold Steel
• Product Type: Fixed Blade Knife
• Blade Length: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Overall Length: 14.63" (372 mm)
• Handle Length: 5.13" (130 mm)
• Blade Material: VG-1 San Mai® III Laminated Stainless Steel
• Blade Style: Clip Point Bowie
• Blade Edge: Plain
• Handle Material: Kray-Ex®
• Knife Type: Fixed Blade Knife
• Made In: Japan (Limited Edition)
• Sheath: Secure-Ex® sheath included
• Weight: 494 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.