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
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 |