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Cold Steel GI Tanto Scales
Cold Steel GI Tanto Scales
In early 2000s (appearing in catalogs around 2006–2008), Cold Steel—founded by Lynn C. Thompson—introduced the G.I. Tanto (model 80PGTK) as a stripped-down, budget-friendly tactical fixed blade inspired by military utility needs. Building on Cold Steel's legendary Tanto legacy (popularized since 1981), it offered no-nonsense performance at an accessible price (~$40–$50 MSRP), targeting soldiers, survivalists, and everyday users
The Cold Steel G.I. Tanto features a broad 7-inch Tanto point blade in spring-tempered 1055 carbon steel (black rust-resistant finish) for exceptional toughness, piercing power, and impact resistance—ground razor-sharp with an integral quillon guard for hand protection. Weighing ~12 oz with 12-inch overall length, it uses durable polypropylene handle scales (textured for secure grip), Secure-Ex sheath, and balanced design popular for sport throwing (blade or handle)
Debuting as a lean, rugged "military-issue" style tool, it earned praise for unbreakable reliability, versatility in survival, tactical, and heavy-duty tasks, and unbeatable value in fixed blade knives. It remains a bestseller in Cold Steel's lineup—symbolizing practical strength, affordability, and the brand's "overbuilt" ethos in tactical knives and survival knives