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Cold Steel Frenzy I vs Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 224% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 175% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$96.99Most expensive
US$29.95Cheapest
Weight
161.62 g (5.70 oz)Heaviest
146.3 g (5.16 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
50.8 mm (2.00 in)Shortest
Overall length
311.15 mm (12.25 in)Longest
111.76 mm (4.40 in)Shortest
Closed length
171.45 mm (6.75 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
2.6 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S35VN
AUS-8A (Micro Recon 1), S35VN (Recon 1 Black G-10 Serrated)
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Faux G-10 (Micro Recon 1), G-10 (Recon 1 Black G-10 Serrated)
Finish
Satin
Black Tuff-Ex (Micro Recon 1), Black DLC (Recon 1 Black G-10 Serrated)
Lock type
Tri-Ad Lock
Tri-Ad lock (Lock Back)
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Side to side reversible pocket clip
Tip-Up (ambidextrous clip for Recon 1 Black G-10 Serrated)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUsers wanting a reliable, stylish folding knifeThose who prefer a locking folder with sturdy mechanism
Everyday CarryTactical
Not best for
Fixed blade knife enthusiastsUsers needing automatic knives
Unknown
Common praise
Premium CPM-S35VN steel blade with excellent edge retentionErgonomic and secure G10 handle with 3D machined groovesReliable Tri-Ad Lock for safety and durabilitySlim profile and reversible pocket clip for convenient carry
Strong and reliable Tri-Ad lockNon-slip handle gripTactical black blade finish reducing glare and rustVariety of blade steels and finishes available
Common complaints
Weight of about 5.7 ounces may be heavy for some usersBlade style (Wharncliffe) may not suit all preferences
Weight and size vary by model; some larger Recon 1 models heavierDifferent blade finishes and steels affect price
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