The Cold Steel GI Tanto (brand part no. CS-80PGTK) strips a tactical knife down to its bare essentials: a broad blade, integral guard, and polypropylene handle scales built for genuine hard use. Forged from spring-tempered 1055 carbon steel and protected with a rust-resistant finish, the GI Tanto is rugged, hard-wearing, and dependable in the field. It’s also a favorite with sport throwers, since its perfectly balanced profile can be thrown by either the blade or the handle. In a pinch, the handle scales can even be removed and the blade lashed to a wooden shaft to improvise a spear. It’s an inexpensive knife tough enough to keep several on hand as backups, bug-out bag blades, or dedicated throwers.

Key Specifications

• The blade measures 7 inches, forged from spring-tempered 1055 carbon steel.
• The blade wears a rust-resistant finish for durability in the field.
• Construction includes an integral guard and polypropylene handle scales for a stripped-down, rugged build.
• The balanced profile makes it capable of being thrown by either the blade or the handle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this knife be used for throwing? Yes, its balanced profile makes it a favorite with sport throwers, capable of being thrown by the blade or handle.

Can the handle scales be removed? Yes, they can be removed so the blade can be lashed to a wooden shaft as an improvised spear in a survival situation.

Buy the Cold Steel GI Tanto Fixed Blade Knife

Add a rugged, no-frills tanto blade to your gear with the Cold Steel GI Tanto. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, direct shipping right to your door. Explore our fixed blade knives selection to find your next blade.