--- product_id: 128898143 title: "Drop Forged Survivalist 8\" 52100 High-Carbon Steel Clip Point Fixed Blade EDC Tactical Hunting Utility Knife, 5\" Ergonomic Handle, Weather-Resistant Secure-Ex Sheath" brand: "cold steel" price: "¥22554" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Cold Steel" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/128898143-drop-forged-survivalist-8-52100-high-carbon-steel-clip-point store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Secure-Ex sheath with multi-carry options Drop forged 52100 high-carbon steel 8" razor-sharp clip-point blade Drop Forged Survivalist 8" 52100 High-Carbon Steel Clip Point Fixed Blade EDC Tactical Hunting Utility Knife, 5" Ergonomic Handle, Weather-Resistant Secure-Ex Sheath **Brand:** cold steel **Price:** ¥22554 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🗡️ Own the wild with precision and power — don’t just survive, dominate. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Drop Forged Survivalist 8" 52100 High-Carbon Steel Clip Point Fixed Blade EDC Tactical Hunting Utility Knife, 5" Ergonomic Handle, Weather-Resistant Secure-Ex Sheath by cold steel - **How much does it cost?** ¥22554 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/128898143-drop-forged-survivalist-8-52100-high-carbon-steel-clip-point) ## 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 - • **Carry Your Edge:** Lightweight Secure-Ex sheath offers versatile carry options — belt, neck, or pack lash for ultimate readiness. - • **Ergonomic Command:** 5-inch contoured handle ensures a secure, fatigue-free grip in any survival scenario. - • **Unmatched Durability:** Drop forged from industrial-grade 52100 high-carbon steel for military-grade toughness. - • **Precision Meets Power:** 8-inch clip-point blade with a thick 5.5mm spine delivers razor-sharp accuracy and resilience. - • **Survivalist’s Best Friend:** Engineered for tactical, hunting, and emergency use — the only fixed blade you’ll ever need. ## Overview The COLD STEEL Drop Forged Survivalist is a fixed blade knife crafted from a single piece of 52100 high-carbon steel, featuring an 8-inch razor-sharp clip-point blade and a 5-inch ergonomic handle. Designed for tactical, hunting, and survival applications, it offers exceptional durability and precision. The included Secure-Ex sheath provides secure, versatile carry options, making it an indispensable tool for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts who demand reliability and performance in every situation. ## Description COLD STEEL DROP FORGED SURVIVALIST KNIFE: The Survivalist hunting knife is the largest of our Monolithic knives. It's long, wide, 52100 High Carbon blade is designed for military application as well as hunting, survival & bush-craft. It's razor-sharp edge, steel guard, generous belly, thick spine and stout tip make it an excellent choice for almost any endeavor. Drop-forged from one solid piece of steel, this outdoor knife is unbelievably durable, making it an excellent choice for tactical /military use, emergency preparedness and survival applications. The Survivalist utility knife comes with our versatile military-style Secure-Ex sheath, giving you a whole host of comfortable and secure carry options in the field. SPECS: - Weight: 18.3oz; - Blade Thickness: 5.5mm; - Blade Length: 8"; - Blade Steel: Drop Forged 52100 High Carbon; - Handle Length/Material: 5" w/ stippled scales; - Overall Length: 13"; - Knife Type: Fixed Blade; - Length Range: 5+ in; - Steel Family: High Carbon Steels; - Blade Shape: Clip Point; - Product Family: Drop Forged. DROP FORGED SERIES: Featuring solid steel bodies that are expertly heat treated from the tip of their sharp blades to the butt of their stout handles. The handles are ergonomically contoured with for a comfortable, secure grip. Review: AWESOME KNIFE; TREMENDOUS VALUE! - This is a truly awesome knife, and the value for the dollar is amazing. Being a one piece unit, the knife is massively strong. The steel is the key. 52100 steel is industrial grade strong. It's used in roller bearings and tool and die manufacturing. It's used to make tools that make other tools, so it's strength and durability has to be top shelf. This knife came to me razor sharp, and the geometry is as perfect as one could hope for. The lines, angles and grinds all reflect top-notch quality. It is one solid mass that's nicely balanced and not unduly heavy or unwieldy. The tip comes to a very sharp and thin point, and will penetrate easily. It's backed up by a lot of steel, so the odds of one breaking it are practically nil unless subjected to massive amounts of abusing force. I have never broken a knife in my many years, so this is not something I am concerned about. The top handguard is smaller than the bottom guard, which I like. There is no need for a top guard at all, so a smaller one works for me just fine. The scales are textured to provide a very secure grip, even when wet, and they do their job perfectly. I wear a size Large glove, and the handle fits me very well. The color of the knife's finish is battleship gray and seems uniformly applied. Only time will tell how well it holds up. Even if it wears, I don't care. I care more about durability of the steel and its performance. While I don't care for the sheath overall, it does have some practical value. The knife snaps into the sheath with a loud and very positive click. It's not coming out until one makes a conscious effort to draw it. When fully seated into the sheath, there is almost no movement. What movement is there is so slight that it's a non-issue. What I don't like is the nylon portion that connects the sheath itself to one's belt. If you try and draw the knife, the flexible nylon allows the sheath to ride up, making the draw slow and cumbersome. I have two of these knives. One stays in my car inside the Secure-Ex sheath and does it's job well. For wear, either on my belt or attached to my backpack, I use a Spec Ops brand nylon sheath. These sheathes are extremely well made and practical. They will cost as much or more than this knife, but for one who truly needs a professional grade sheath, it's a great way to go. Although many novices believe that one knife can do it all, the truth is that they cannot. Professionals know that different knives have different purposes. Knives are not intended to be used as pry bars, hammers, screwdrivers and axes. In times of contingent situations, however, a knife may be called upon to handle jobs outside its intended purpose. The Cold Steel Survivalist is a knife that can handle these situations if necessary. It's as tough as they come. When I hit the field, I have one of these either on me or on my pack, a smaller utility knife, a Leatherman tool and a Cold Steel War Hawk axe. The key to survival in any situation is BE PREPARED. If you go to the field with only one knife, you are asking for problems. That being said, if I could have only one knife, it would be this one. I love everything about it. The $60-some dollar cost of this knife is almost beyond belief. This knife has as much quality as knives costing $300. While any knife can break, the Survivalist is so strong and durable that I don't give the possibility a second thought. Again, at this price, this may well be the very best value for your dollar that you will find anywhere! I have replaced my field grade knives with the Survivalist and have absolutely no regrets. It is an amazing knife. Don't buy one, get two. You will be glad you did. Review: Sheath is great - IMPORTANT TO PUSH HARD TILL CLICK SOUND - Hey guys, you have to push the knife hard into the sheath! It makes a loud CLICK when pushed hard. Push much harder then a normal sheath. The reviews with the guys with loose sheaths got mistaken. I also almost returned mine till I saw a review and saw someone having to pop loose the knife when taking it out. Mine was super loose also, no retention other than the handle loop. I assumed it was like that because of the reviews of loose sheath. But all you have to do is push hard and you get a loud CLICK, and it retains super well! I feel bad for the guy that didn’t know about this, that you’re supposed to actually like “push” it really hard. cold steel made it that way, so its secure because it’s a heavy knife. One guy in the reviews thought it was basically super loose and he heat blasted the sheath to shape it so it was bent in and he ground down the handles. I mean, poor guy I mean, wrecking your knife and all you have to do is push hard. I’ve never had a sheath I’ve had to physically push the knife into the sheath this hard before and its actually really good because this knife is so big and heavy. I’m very happy with this knife. It’s an extreme value. Also the handle being slippery or not grippy is not a concern at all for me, it grips very well. That being said I live in a dry desert so have not tested using it in the rain. ## Features - FORGED FOR TOUGH TASKS - The Survivalist knife is drop-forged from 52100 High Carbon steel, delivering exceptional durability; Its razor-sharp clip-point blade excels in precision tasks, while the steel guard offers safety for tactical and survival use - HIGH CARBON BLADE - Built from a single piece of high-carbon 52100 steel, this utility knife combines an 8" blade with a wide belly and stout tip; With a heat-treated blade extending to a robust handle, this hunting knife is crafted for resilience - SECURE-EX SHEATH - Equipped with a lightweight, tough Secure-Ex sheath, this tactical knife stays safely in place while being easy to carry anywhere; The sheath offers several knife carry options from neck to belt, and the ability to lash to a pack - VERSATILE & PRACTICAL - The clip-point design, paired with a solid steel guard, makes this high-performance knife indispensable for outdoor survival & emergency preparedness; The handle is ergonomically contoured for a comfortable, secure grip - SPECS - Weight: 18.3oz; Blade Thickness: 5.5mm; Blade Length: 8"; Blade Steel: Drop Forged 52100 High Carbon; Handle: 5"; Overall Length: 13"; Knife Type: Fixed Blade; Length Range: 5+ in; Steel Family: High Carbon Steels; Blade Shape: Clip Point ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07MZX9ZF2 | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #48,418 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #77 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives | | Blade Edge | Compound Bevel | | Blade Length | 8 inches | | Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | | Blade Shape | Clip Point | | Blade Type | Survival Knife | | Brand | Cold Steel | | Brand Name | Cold Steel | | Color | Black | | Customer Package Type | Suitable for knife transport | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 551 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442018773 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Carbon Steel | | Included Components | Grey Teflon Coated Blade. Secure-Ex™ Sheath | | Item Length | 8 inches | | Item Shape | Rectangular | | Item Type Name | FIXED KNIFE | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Manufacturer | Cold Steel | | Model Name | Drop Forged Survivalist 8" 52100 | | Model Number | 36MH | | Number of Items | 1 | | Orientation | upright | | Part Number | 36MH | | Power Source | Manual | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Construction | | Reusability | Reusable | | Size | 8" | | Special Feature | Lightweight | | Special Features | Lightweight | | Style | Survivalist | | Theme | Outdoor Survival | | UPC | 705442018773 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Knives & Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or… | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Blade Material:** High Carbon Steel - **Brand:** Cold Steel - **Color:** Black - **Handle Material:** Carbon Steel - **Included Components:** Grey Teflon Coated Blade. Secure-Ex™ Sheath - **Model Name:** Drop Forged Survivalist 8" 52100 - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Construction - **Special Feature:** Lightweight - **Style:** Survivalist ## Images ![Drop Forged Survivalist 8" 52100 High-Carbon Steel Clip Point Fixed Blade EDC Tactical Hunting Utility Knife, 5" Ergonomic Handle, Weather-Resistant Secure-Ex Sheath - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61T1ffykWJL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will I definitely receive the new black version?** A: 2/2023 The knife I received is dark or smokey grey — could easily pass for black. The handle inserts are extremely coarse — similar to 80 grit sandpaper, enabling a secure grip. **Q: How do you slide it on a belt. The clip doesn't work** A: It’s not meant to be s belt clip. Just a belt snap or pant snap. It’s primarily set up for a boot style clip to the top of the boot.... or just inside of the pants. Ulti clip is one of the best... for secure hold. Good luck. **Q: What kind of steel is this blade made from?** A: 52100 steel. It’s a high quality steel. Used for ball bearings. **Q: where is the knife made?** A: Mine say Taiwan printed on the blade ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ AWESOME KNIFE; TREMENDOUS VALUE! *by S***T on March 15, 2024* This is a truly awesome knife, and the value for the dollar is amazing. Being a one piece unit, the knife is massively strong. The steel is the key. 52100 steel is industrial grade strong. It's used in roller bearings and tool and die manufacturing. It's used to make tools that make other tools, so it's strength and durability has to be top shelf. This knife came to me razor sharp, and the geometry is as perfect as one could hope for. The lines, angles and grinds all reflect top-notch quality. It is one solid mass that's nicely balanced and not unduly heavy or unwieldy. The tip comes to a very sharp and thin point, and will penetrate easily. It's backed up by a lot of steel, so the odds of one breaking it are practically nil unless subjected to massive amounts of abusing force. I have never broken a knife in my many years, so this is not something I am concerned about. The top handguard is smaller than the bottom guard, which I like. There is no need for a top guard at all, so a smaller one works for me just fine. The scales are textured to provide a very secure grip, even when wet, and they do their job perfectly. I wear a size Large glove, and the handle fits me very well. The color of the knife's finish is battleship gray and seems uniformly applied. Only time will tell how well it holds up. Even if it wears, I don't care. I care more about durability of the steel and its performance. While I don't care for the sheath overall, it does have some practical value. The knife snaps into the sheath with a loud and very positive click. It's not coming out until one makes a conscious effort to draw it. When fully seated into the sheath, there is almost no movement. What movement is there is so slight that it's a non-issue. What I don't like is the nylon portion that connects the sheath itself to one's belt. If you try and draw the knife, the flexible nylon allows the sheath to ride up, making the draw slow and cumbersome. I have two of these knives. One stays in my car inside the Secure-Ex sheath and does it's job well. For wear, either on my belt or attached to my backpack, I use a Spec Ops brand nylon sheath. These sheathes are extremely well made and practical. They will cost as much or more than this knife, but for one who truly needs a professional grade sheath, it's a great way to go. Although many novices believe that one knife can do it all, the truth is that they cannot. Professionals know that different knives have different purposes. Knives are not intended to be used as pry bars, hammers, screwdrivers and axes. In times of contingent situations, however, a knife may be called upon to handle jobs outside its intended purpose. The Cold Steel Survivalist is a knife that can handle these situations if necessary. It's as tough as they come. When I hit the field, I have one of these either on me or on my pack, a smaller utility knife, a Leatherman tool and a Cold Steel War Hawk axe. The key to survival in any situation is BE PREPARED. If you go to the field with only one knife, you are asking for problems. That being said, if I could have only one knife, it would be this one. I love everything about it. The $60-some dollar cost of this knife is almost beyond belief. This knife has as much quality as knives costing $300. While any knife can break, the Survivalist is so strong and durable that I don't give the possibility a second thought. Again, at this price, this may well be the very best value for your dollar that you will find anywhere! I have replaced my field grade knives with the Survivalist and have absolutely no regrets. It is an amazing knife. Don't buy one, get two. You will be glad you did. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sheath is great - IMPORTANT TO PUSH HARD TILL CLICK SOUND *by M***A on June 24, 2026* Hey guys, you have to push the knife hard into the sheath! It makes a loud CLICK when pushed hard. Push much harder then a normal sheath. The reviews with the guys with loose sheaths got mistaken. I also almost returned mine till I saw a review and saw someone having to pop loose the knife when taking it out. Mine was super loose also, no retention other than the handle loop. I assumed it was like that because of the reviews of loose sheath. But all you have to do is push hard and you get a loud CLICK, and it retains super well! I feel bad for the guy that didn’t know about this, that you’re supposed to actually like “push” it really hard. cold steel made it that way, so its secure because it’s a heavy knife. One guy in the reviews thought it was basically super loose and he heat blasted the sheath to shape it so it was bent in and he ground down the handles. I mean, poor guy I mean, wrecking your knife and all you have to do is push hard. I’ve never had a sheath I’ve had to physically push the knife into the sheath this hard before and its actually really good because this knife is so big and heavy. I’m very happy with this knife. It’s an extreme value. Also the handle being slippery or not grippy is not a concern at all for me, it grips very well. That being said I live in a dry desert so have not tested using it in the rain. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The perfect survival knife! *by N***K on September 5, 2025* I am legitimately blown away by the quality and value of this knife. I have been a survivalist for more than 20 years and this is my new favorite knife. When it comes to survival knives, they have to be dependable because your life may depend on them. And this one hits every single mark, It's perfect! Perfect steel, perfect length, the drop point is perfect. It feels so good in your hand. The grip panels are as grippy as sandpaper yet still comfortable to the touch. Full tang is great and all but nothing beats one solid piece of drop forged steel. For the past ten years, I've used a Gerber Strong Arm in the field. Great knife but this one is SO MUCH BETTER and it's 25% cheaper! The only thing that falls short is the sheath, the Strong Arm sheath is slightly better. It's not bad but you can tell it's a bit on the cheaper side and it's not nearly as impressive as the knife itself. I may look into getting a custom leather sheath made in the future, but the one that it came with will do fine for now. I watched a ton of videos of people beating the crap out of this knife and it never even lost an edge. This is by far my best Amazon buy ever. This is the kind of knife that could last generations. I will be using it for the rest of my life and one day I'll pass it down to my son. I've spent entire paychecks on high-end survival knives but I'll take this one into the field over those any day. I really can't say enough good things about it. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cold Steel Drop Forged Survivalist 8" 52100 High-Carbon Steel Clip Point Fixed Blade EDC Tactical Hunting Utility Knife, 5" Ergonomic Handle, Weather-Resistant Secure-Ex Sheath - COLD STEEL SRK Compact 5" SK-5 Clip Point Razor-Sharp Blade 4.5" Durable Kray-Ex Handle Tactical Fixed Blade Knife w/Secure-Ex Sheath - Cold Steel SRK 6" SK-5 Clip Point Razor-Sharp Blade 4.75" Durable Kray-Ex Handle 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.jp/products/128898143-drop-forged-survivalist-8-52100-high-carbon-steel-clip-point](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/128898143-drop-forged-survivalist-8-52100-high-carbon-steel-clip-point) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-09-25*