Cold Steel SRK 3V – CS38CKE 6" Fixed Clip Point Knife, 3-V Steel Blade, 4.75" Black Textured Kray-Ex Handle (UPC: 705442020509)
The Cold Steel SRK 3V (CS38CKE) is a purpose-built Survival Rescue Knife designed to thrive in extreme conditions. With a 6" fixed clip point 3-V steel blade and a 4.75" black textured Kray-Ex handle, this SRK is built for serious outdoorsmen, military personnel, first responders, and anyone who needs a hard-use fixed blade they can bet their life on. Hinterland Outfitters+2Ammunition Depot+2
Originally engineered for survival and rescue operations, the SRK has earned a strong reputation in the field and is widely known as a go-to choice for demanding environments and professional users. Classic Firearms+2RK Guns+2
Key Features – Cold Steel SRK CS38CKE
SEO Overview – What Makes the Cold Steel SRK 3V (CS38CKE) Special?
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…this is the exact knife you’re looking for. The Cold Steel SRK 3V is a full-size fixed blade designed to handle survival, rescue, combat, and heavy outdoor work, pairing high-end CPM 3V steel with a proven SRK profile and tough Kray-Ex handle. Texas Fowlers+3Classic Firearms+3Blade HQ+3
3-V Steel Blade – Strength, Edge Retention, and Confidence
At the heart of this knife is its 6" 3-V steel clip point blade. CPM 3V is known for:
Insane toughness – highly resistant to chipping and breaking under lateral stress
Excellent edge retention – stays sharp through extended cutting tasks
Great all-around performance for batoning, chopping, slicing, and piercing OpticsPlanet+3KnifeCenter.com+3Palmetto State Armory+3
The clip point profile delivers:
A strong, reinforced tip suitable for penetration and detailed work Blade HQ+1
Enough belly for slicing, skinning, and general camp chores
A plain edge that’s easy to maintain in the field and offers precise control for fine tasks Impact Guns+2Texas Fowlers+2
At roughly 5 mm thick, the blade is stout enough for heavy use while still cutting efficiently. This balance is what makes the SRK a favorite for real-world survival and rescue applications. Knives Plus+2Blade HQ+2
4.75" Kray-Ex Handle – Secure Grip in Any Conditions
The 4.75" black textured Kray-Ex handle is built to give you confidence when your hands are wet, gloved, muddy, or cold. Hinterland Outfitters+2Ammunition Depot+2
Handle advantages include:
Aggressive texturing that locks into your hand without being overly abrasive
Slightly contoured shape with an integral guard to help prevent your hand from sliding forward during thrusts or hard cuts Knives Plus+1
Rubber-like Kray-Ex material that remains grippy in foul weather
Lanyard hole at the pommel for retention lanyards or dummy cords Palmetto State Armory+2Knives Plus+2
This handle + blade combo makes the SRK feel secure and lively, even during extended use.
Secure-Ex® Sheath – Practical, Durable Carry
The Cold Steel SRK 3V CS38CKE comes with a black Secure-Ex sheath, designed to offer safe retention and multiple carry options. Palmetto State Armory+2Knife Country USA+2
Sheath features typically include:
Positive retention to keep the knife locked in place until deliberately drawn
Belt-compatible design so you can carry it on your hip or attach it to gear
Rugged synthetic construction that shrugs off moisture and hard use
Together, the sheath and knife make a complete, ready-to-deploy survival package.
Overall Dimensions & Carryability
With an overall length of about 10.75" and a weight around 8.8 ounces, the Cold Steel SRK 3V hits a sweet spot: large enough to be a true primary survival knife, yet compact enough to carry on your belt all day. Palmetto State Armory+2Ammunition Depot+2
Long enough for batoning wood, field dressing game, and shelter building
Manageable size for EDC in the field, backpacking, overlanding, or duty belts
Balanced feel that’s neither blade-heavy nor handle-heavy, making it comfortable for extended cutting tasks
Ideal Uses – Where the SRK 3V Truly Shines
The Cold Steel SRK 3V CS38CKE is built for serious tasks, including:
Survival & Bushcraft: Fire prep, shelter building, food prep, and general camp chores Classic Firearms+2Ammunition Depot+2
Rescue & Tactical: Designed with Survival Rescue in mind; suited for emergency response, tactical kits, and deployment gear
Hunting & Outdoors: Capable of dressing game, processing meat, and dealing with tough field tasks
Everyday Hard Use: From farm and ranch work to overlanding and expedition use, the SRK’s 3V steel and robust construction make it a trust-it-all knife
Its history as a survival and rescue platform has made it a favorite among military, law enforcement, and serious outdoorsmen alike. Classic Firearms+2Blade HQ+2
Why Choose the Cold Steel SRK 3V CS38CKE?
When you compare fixed blades in the survival/tactical category, the Cold Steel SRK 3V stands out for several reasons:
For buyers specifically searching “Cold Steel SRK 6" Fixed Clip Point Plain 3-V Steel Blade, 4.75" Black Textured Kray-Ex Handle CS38CKE 705442020509”, this is the exact knife: a premium-steel, hard-use survival and rescue knife that’s ready for whatever you throw at it. Texas Fowlers+3Hinterland Outfitters+3Ammunition Depot+3
Add the Cold Steel SRK 3V CS38CKE to your gear and carry a fixed blade that’s proven in the harshest conditions, trusted by professionals, and built to be your last knife standing when things get serious.
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