Question 1

Where is the magnum tanto xii made?

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I brough my Cold steel tanto 2 in the late 80. Yes, 40 years ago. It was made in Japan.

Question 2

Any of you have a sheathing issue with the tanto ii? i had to send mine back, as it would not come out of the sheath.

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Yes, some customers have issues with excessive OR a complete lack of retention using Secure-Ex sheaths supplied with both the Cold Steel Master Tanto and the Cold Steel Outdoorsman fixed blade knives.  I suspect it's due to Cold Steel using the identical sheath for both knives.  Take a look at any online catalog images for the Outdoorsman and you'll clearly see the Secure-Ex sheath is formed with an "American Tanto" point - despite the Outdoorsman being technically closer to resembling a trailing point.  Both have 6" blades but are not the same profile at all.

This (cost saving?) commonality means the Master Tanto may be excessively difficult to draw safely and the Outdoorsman will be flopping loose (requiring mandatory fastening of the retention strap).

As for how to remove the Master Tanto without struggling or flailing about, forget putting pressure on the grooved "thumb ramp" like you'd expect to.  Instead, flip the sheath upside down so the finger guard of the knife is visible.  Using your fingers, apply outward pressure to the open lip of the sheath until the knife can be removed or drops out of its own weight - but be careful, as the sharpened edge will be facing you!  My own recently purchased "tight as hell" Master Tanto slid out easily this way.

The solution to both a too loose Outdoorsman and a too tight Master Tanto is to get an inexpensive replacement sheath made for the Buck Special knife.  These can be found in both leather and nylon versions, and fit either Cold Steel knife very, very well, and forever fixes the too tight and too loose issues.  And, if it matters to you, both styles of Buck 119 sheaths eliminate the "battle rattle" Secure-Ex character as well.

Question 3

How should the knife be sharpened?

Accepted Answer

A knife of this caliber requires a professional to sharpen. My sincere suggestion is to make arrangements with Cold Steel for this task. I believe this is free, but verify.

Question 4

Is this product 3V or VG-10?

Accepted Answer

VG 10/.....I did not like the sheath.   Knife is great.  Remember, the San Mai steel is a "sandwich type" steel.  Harder on the outside and softer on the inside.........

ASIN	B07BQD48HG
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#125,011 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #239 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives
Blade Edge	Hollow
Blade Length	6 Inches
Blade Material	Carbon Steel
Blade Shape	Tanto Point
Blade Type	Tanto
Brand Name	Cold Steel
Color	Master Tanto
Customer Package Type	FFP
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (378)
Global Trade Identification Number	00705442018049
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Handle Material	Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)
Included Components	Sheath
Is Product Cordless	Yes
Item Length	11.5 Inches
Item Shape	Rectangular
Item Type Name	FIXED KNIFE
Manufacturer	Cold Steel
Model Name	Master Tanto 6" VG-10 San Mai Razor-Sharp Blade 5.5" Kray-Ex Handle Military Tactical Fixed Blade Knife
Model Number	35AB
Part Number	35AB
Power Source	hand_powered
Product Care Instructions	Hand Wash
Recommended Uses For Product	Camping
Reusability	Reusable
Size	One Size
Special Features	Fixed Blade
Style	San Mai
Theme	Military
UPC	705442018049
Unit Count	1.0 Count
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Cold Steel Master Tanto 6" VG-10 San Mai Razor-Sharp Blade 5.5" Kray-Ex Handle Military Tactical Fixed Blade Knife w/Secure-Ex Sheath

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