Product Description
The Cold Steel Lynn Thompson Spartan Lockback is a large-format folder designed by Andrew Demko and built around Cold Steel's founder's vision of a folding knife that performs like a fixed blade. The 4.5-inch CPM-S35VN kukri-profile blade combines the forward-sweeping geometry of a kukri with a serrated edge — a combination that excels at aggressive slicing, rope cutting, and heavy daily tasks that would wear down a conventional folder. CPM-S35VN handles the edge retention demands this type of work puts on a blade.
The OD green G10 handle is 6 inches long with a pronounced finger groove and upswept guard horn that plant the hand firmly under hard use. Steel liners add rigidity and a washer pivot keeps the action smooth. The lockback mechanism delivers simple, positive lockup. At 7.80 oz, this is a working knife that carries its weight intentionally. Thumb disc deployment, tip-up pocket clip, and lanyard hole complete the package. Available at Knifeworks with same or next business day shipping.
- Blade Steel: CPM-S35VN stainless steel — strong edge retention and toughness for heavy daily use
- Blade: 4.5 in kukri profile, 0.16 in thick, flat grind, satin finish, fully serrated — 4 in cutting edge
- Handle: OD green G10, 6 in long with steel liners — aggressive grip geometry with finger groove and guard horn
- Lock: Lockback with washer pivot — simple, reliable, holds under load
- Opener: Thumb disc — ambidextrous deployment
- Clip: Tip-up pocket clip — right or left hand
- Weight: 7.80 oz — substantial working knife
- Designer: Andrew Demko; Lynn Thompson signature blade etch
Warranty Information
Cold Steel warrants this product to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for the life of the product. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. No knife should be used as an axe, hatchet, screwdriver, or prybar. For warranty service, contact Cold Steel directly at coldsteel.com or call 877-269-8490.Specifications
| Product Type | Folding Knife | |
| Product Brand | Cold Steel | |
| Item Number | CS21STAA | |
| Model | Lynn Thompson Spartan | |
| Overall Length | 10.50 in | |
| Closed Length | 6 in | |
| Blade Length | 4.50 in | |
| Edge Length | 4.00 in | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.16 in | |
| Blade Material | CPM-S35VN | |
| Blade Finish | Satin | |
| Blade Style | Kukri | |
| Blade Grind | Flat | |
| Blade Edge | Serrated | |
| Handle Material | G-10 | |
| Handle Color | OD Green | |
| Frame/Liner | Steel | |
| Lock Type | Lockback | |
| Opener | Thumb Disc | |
| Pivot System | Washers | |
| Clip Position | Tip-Up | |
| Weight | 7.80 oz | |
| Origin | Taiwan | |
| Blade Range | 4-4.99 | |
| Designer | Andrew Demko |