Cold Steel SRK San Mai – 6" Fixed Blade, Plain Edge, Satin Finish
VG-10 San Mai® Laminate Steel • Kray-Ex™ Checkered Handle with Finger Guard • Field-Ready Survival/Rescue Knife
Model: CS-35AN / CS35AN • UPC: 705442018094
Trusted by professionals and serious outdoorsmen, the Cold Steel SRK San Mai® (CS-35AN) is purpose-built for Survival and Rescue Knife duties—hence the name SRK. Its 6-inch plain-edge blade is forged from premium VG-10 San Mai® laminate steel, combining a hard, wear-resistant core with tough outer layers for exceptional edge retention and impact strength. A clean satin finish reduces drag and makes post-use cleanup a breeze, while the black Kray-Ex™ handle—deeply checkered and shaped with a pronounced finger guard—locks into the hand for confident control in wet, cold, or gloved conditions. From camp kitchens and field dressing to backcountry emergency tasks, the SRK San Mai® is a highly capable fixed blade you’ll trust when it matters.
Why the SRK San Mai® Stands Out
VG-10 San Mai® Performance
Laminated construction delivers the best of both worlds: a VG-10 high-carbon stainless core for razor edge retention and tough outer cladding to handle lateral stress and hard use.
6" Versatile Blade Geometry
The straight, plain edge and robust tip excel at slicing, notching, and controlled piercing. The satin finish helps food and media release cleanly and resists binding.
Secure, All-Weather Grip
The Kray-Ex™ handle features aggressive checkering and a finger guard for traction and hand security—ideal for rain, mud, sweat, or gloves.
Confidence for Real-World Tasks
Built for survival, rescue, and utility, the SRK’s profile balances chopping leverage with fine control for feather sticks, notches, cord cutting, and camp prep.
Low-Maintenance Durability
Stainless behavior from VG-10’s chemistry and the satin finish mean easier corrosion care in harsh environments.
Always use appropriate safety gear and follow local laws and land-use rules while carrying and using knives.
Key Specifications
Brand / Series: Cold Steel — SRK (Survival Rescue Knife)
Model / UPC: CS-35AN / CS35AN • 705442018094
Blade Length: 6.0 inches
Blade Steel: VG-10 San Mai® laminate (hard VG-10 core with supportive outer layers)
Blade Finish: Satin
Edge: Plain (straight) edge
Handle Material: Black Kray-Ex™, checkered, with finger guard
Overall Type: Fixed blade survival/rescue/utility knife
Color: Black handle / satin blade
Field Performance You’ll Notice
Cutting Power with Control
The SRK’s geometry glides through cardboard, rope, webbing, and game prep. The plain edge takes a hair-popping polish and makes precise feather sticks and push cuts easy.
Toughness You Can Feel
San Mai® lamination cushions the hard core with tougher outer layers, helping the blade shrug off rough field use better than many monolithic stainless steels.
Secure Handling in Any Weather
The grippy Kray-Ex™ scales and finger guard stabilize the knife during heavy push cuts, batoning, or fine detail work.
Ideal Use Cases
Survival & Bushcraft: Feather sticks, notching, kindling prep, shelter building, cordage management.
Rescue & Utility: Webbing, straps, light prying tasks (with good technique), and general emergency chores.
Hunting & Field Dressing: Precise slices and controllable tip work; satin finish cleans up quickly.
Overlanding & Preparedness: A reliable fixed blade for vehicles, go-bags, and expedition kits.
Care & Maintenance
Clean & Dry: After field use—especially with moisture, sap, or food—wash, dry thoroughly, and wipe the blade with a light protective oil.
Edge Touch-Ups: VG-10 responds well to ceramic or fine diamond stones; maintain the factory angle and finish with a light strop.
Handle Care: Kray-Ex™ needs minimal attention—just rinse and dry if dirty or salty.
Storage: Keep sheathed or edge-guarded, stored in a cool, dry place and out of reach of children.
Pro Tips
Batoning Technique: For kindling, strike only the spine and avoid twisting the blade in knots or striking rock.
Choke-Up Grip: Pinch near the guard for detail tasks; move back for more leverage when slicing or light chopping.
Edge Mapping: Mark the bevel with a felt tip during sharpening to maintain consistent angles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s special about San Mai®?
A: San Mai® is a laminated construction—a hard, wear-resistant VG-10 core sandwiched by tougher outer layers. You get superior edge life with added robustness for field use.
Q: Is the edge serrated or plain?
A: This SRK configuration is a plain (non-serrated) edge for clean slicing and easy maintenance.
Q: How corrosion-resistant is VG-10?
A: VG-10 is a stainless formulation with excellent corrosion resistance. Basic care—cleaning and light oil—keeps it in top shape, even in coastal or damp environments.
Q: Is the handle slippery when wet?
A: The checkered Kray-Ex™ texture and guard are designed to maximize grip in wet or gloved conditions.
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Cold Steel SRK San Mai® CS-35AN / CS35AN — 6" fixed blade, plain edge
VG-10 San Mai® laminate steel with satin finish
Black Kray-Ex™ handle, checkered with finger guard
Built for survival, rescue, bushcraft, hunting, and overlanding
UPC 705442018094 — premium, field-ready Cold Steel fixed blade
The Bottom Line
The Cold Steel SRK San Mai® (CS-35AN) pairs a 6" VG-10 San Mai® blade with a secure, checkered Kray-Ex™ handle to deliver the strength, edge life, and control serious users demand in the field. If you need one fixed blade to trust for survival, rescue, and hard everyday tasks, this SRK is the benchmark.
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