--- product_id: 1714042 title: "COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5\" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath" brand: "cold steel" price: "VT20132" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Cold Steel" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1714042-cold-steel-kobun-plain-edge-5-5-japanese-aus8a-stainless store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Ergonomic Kray-Ex grip 5.5" reinforced Tanto blade Japanese AUS8A stainless steel COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath **Brand:** cold steel **Price:** VT20132 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🗡️ The $30 tactical edge that could save your life — carry confidence everywhere. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath by cold steel - **How much does it cost?** VT20132 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1714042-cold-steel-kobun-plain-edge-5-5-japanese-aus8a-stainless) ## Best For - cold steel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cold steel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ready for Action:** Includes Secure-Ex sheath with sturdy clip for fast, reliable draw on the go. - • **Precision Cutting Power:** Plain edge blade delivers unmatched control for tactical and outdoor tasks. - • **Battle-Tested Durability:** Reinforced American Tanto point resists bending and breakage under pressure. - • **Lightweight & Concealable:** At just 4.4oz, designed for discreet carry without sacrificing strength. - • **Secure Grip in Any Condition:** Deeply checkered Kray-Ex handle ensures slip-free handling, even wet or cold. ## Overview The Cold Steel Kobun is a 5.5-inch fixed blade tactical knife crafted from Japanese AUS8A stainless steel, featuring a reinforced American Tanto point for superior strength and piercing ability. Its ergonomic, deeply checkered Kray-Ex handle offers a secure grip in all conditions, while the lightweight 4.4oz design ensures easy, discreet carry. Complete with a Secure-Ex sheath, this knife is a trusted tool favored by military professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike. ## Description desertcart.com The Kobun, from creative cutlery company Cold Steel, is a Tanto-style boot knife named after the Japanese word for "soldier." The sleek, lightweight knife has a blade made of Japanese AUS 8A stainless steel, with a reinforced point that's highly resistant to bending and breakage. The blade's spine runs nearly to the tip of the blade for added durability, and a checkered, nonslip Kraton handle has minimum bulk with a great deal of grip. Its cross section is designed to be as thin as possible at only a half inch, and contoured to resist turning or shifting in your palm. A Secure-Ex sheath is also included. Specifications 9.875-inch overall length 5.5-inch blade Japanese AUS 8A stainless steel 4.375-inch Kraton handle Secure-Ex sheath 4.4-ounce weight Warranty All Cold Steel knifes are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship. Details are included with your purchase. About Cold Steel Cold Steel, Incorporated was founded in 1980, with the goal of making the strongest, sharpest cutlery in the world for knife enthusiasts. Over the last three-plus decades, the company has been at the forefront of many design innovations that have helped innovate the knife industry, including introduction of checked Kraton handles, and the tanto point blade styles which have become industry hallmarks of quality and sophistication. Product Description THE COLD STEEL KOBUN FIXED BLADE KNIFE: The Cold Steel Kobun is a lightweight 5-1/2" fixed blade knife that takes its name from the Japanese underworld, where the word "Kobun" is sometimes used as an indicator of rank that suggests the word "soldier"in, or one who takes orders from his "Oyabun" or boss. It's a fitting name for a knife like the Kobun, which was effectively designed to be "a good soldier"in. Proven to be incredibly popular with the Military, where it's prized for its light weight and discreet profile as much as its durability and cutting potential. The Kobun features the iconic reinforced "American Tanto" point, making it highly resistant to bending or breaking because it is reinforced by the full thickness of the blade's spine (which runs almost to the very tip of the blade). Despite its thin profile, the Kobun's deeply checkered Kray-Ex handle is designed to offer maximum grip and is contoured to resist turning or shifting in the hand. SPECS: - Weight: 4.4oz; - Blade Thickness: 3.5mm; - Blade Length: 5-1/2"; - Blade Steel: Japanese AUS8A Stainless; - Handle: 4-3/8" Kray-Ex; - Overall Length: 9-7/8"; - Knife Type: Fixed Blade; - Blade Shape: Tanto; - Blade Type: Plain. ## Features - JAPANESE AUS 8A STAINLESS - Made in the USA - RELIABLE KNIFE - Named "Kobun," or "soldier," this knife is built for those who need a dependable tool under pressure; The reinforced American Tanto point & lightweight profile make it a favorite among military professionals, offering strength & utility - PLAIN BLADE - This knife's plain edge is a versatile tool for anyone needing precision and control; With its single, continuous sharp edge, this plain-edge knife is designed to offer steady cutting power, making it perfect for outdoor & tactical use - STRONG & RESILIENT - The Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel blade resists bending and breaking, thanks to a full-thickness spine running nearly to the tip; This design gives it excellent piercing capability, so that this knife is a choice for high-impact use - SUPERIOR GRIP - The Kray-Ex handle is deeply checkered & contoured to prevent slipping, even in wet or cold conditions; The ergonomic design ensures the game hunting knife stays firmly in hand, providing reliability and control when precision is essential - SPECS - Weight: 4.4oz; Blade Thickness: 3.5mm; Blade Length: 5-1/2"; Blade Steel: Japanese AUS8A Stainless; Handle Length/Material: 4-3/8" Kray-Ex; Overall Length: 9-7/8"; Knife Type: Fixed Blade; Length Range: 5+; Blade Shape: Tanto; Blade Type: Plain ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0034JR4EO | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #49,114 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #65 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives | | Blade Edge | Plain | | Blade Length | 5.5 Inches | | Blade Material | Stainless Steel | | Blade Shape | Tanto Point | | Blade Type | Plain | | Brand | Cold Steel | | Brand Name | Cold Steel | | Color | Black | | Customer Package Type | Boxed | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,202 Reviews | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Stainless Steel | | Included Components | Knife, Sheath | | Is Product Cordless | Yes | | Item Length | 1 Inches | | Item Shape | Rectangular | | Item Type Name | Holster | | Item Weight | 0.12 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Cold Steel | | Model Name | 17TZ | | Model Number | 17TZ | | Orientation | Upright | | Part Number | 17TZ | | Power Source | Manual | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Hunting | | Reusability | Reusable | | Set Name | Single Item | | Size | 5.5" | | Special Feature | Manual | | Special Features | Manual | | Style | Boxed | | Theme | Outdoor | | UPC | 705442008132 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel - **Brand:** Cold Steel - **Color:** Black - **Handle Material:** Stainless Steel - **Included Components:** Knife, Sheath - **Model Name:** 17TZ - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Hunting - **Special Feature:** Manual - **Style:** Boxed ## Images ![COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Un5zjhrGL.jpg) ![COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BaaQZ3N5L.jpg) ![COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NIac8p+2L.jpg) ![COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51njljVzyVL.jpg) ![COLD STEEL Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BX21Zu9XL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: why is the sheath ''left handed''? t(he sheath clip will face outboard if you are right handed)** A: It is a boot knife right hand sheath. It is a LEFT handed sheath for outside belt or on pocket. It is a right hand inside belt. The belt clip IS NOT REVERSABLE for normal carry. If you reverse the belt clip, you could carry it upside down for left shoulder strap carry. **Q: Is this knife too heavy to clip onto my jogging suit when I'm walking? Or do I need to wear an extra light weight belt to support it?** A: The belt clip will hold well on a leather belt or a cargos/chino pant. I would doubt if it would hold on to a jogging suit. The knife + sheath is not too heavy, but the lack of a strong surface on the jogging suit to clip it on to, would be the point to be considered. I would suggest the usage of a belt to support and secure the knife and its clip. **Q: Can you use soft IWB belt loops with the sheath?** A: So you're asking if the sheath has rivet holes the soft IWB belt loops can be connected to? The answer if yes, 5 rivet holes on top and 5 on bottom running the whole length of where the blade sits inside the sheath **Q: Is this legal to carry non concealed in Michigan (when I go camping)?** A: you need to check the local laws on what constitutes a 'weapon'. some places have it written that any blade longer than 4.0" places it in a different category when carried. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***S on May 4, 2013* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by V***L on September 14, 2018* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by P***A on July 13, 2025* ## Frequently Bought Together - Cold Steel Kobun Plain Edge 5.5" Japanese AUS8A Stainless Steel American Tanto Shape Fixed Blade Tactical Hunting Knife, Ergonomic Kray-Ex Handle, Secure-Ex Sheath - Cold Steel Kyoto 3.25" Durable Compact 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Tanto Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 3 3/8" Textured Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath Included - COLD STEEL Recon Tanto 7" SK-5 Razor-Sharp Blade 4.75" Kray-Ex Handle Military Tactical Fixed Blade Knife w/Secure-Ex Sheath --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1714042-cold-steel-kobun-plain-edge-5-5-japanese-aus8a-stainless](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1714042-cold-steel-kobun-plain-edge-5-5-japanese-aus8a-stainless) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*