Author Topic: COLD STEEL.......wanted (Read 4896 times)

cwlongshot · « **on:** August 24, 2007, 03:53:30 PM »

I have recently become aware of a knife that Cold steel has discontinued. I have been searching and don't seem to be able to find one on them...its called a Cold Steel DESPERADO.

Any one know where I might find one, or have one to sell?

Here is a description and PIC:

About the Product
5 in. Serrated edged, Clip Point styled blade that is bead blast finished made from 420 Sub Zero Quench steel. Innovative egg shaped Kraton handle. Overall length of 8.75 in. Includes Secure-Ex boot and belt clip.

Thank you,
CW

James B · « **Reply #1 on:** August 28, 2007, 05:24:09 PM »

http://theknifewarehouse.com/catalogz/index.php?main_page=shopping_cart&product_id=21889 This place claims to have it for about 45.00

I have not ordered from them but they have a lot of CS knives. Hope this helps.

cwlongshot · « **Reply #2 on:** August 28, 2007, 06:03:24 PM »

YES IT DOES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you very much!!!

I'll order right now!!!!

CW

James B · « **Reply #3 on:** August 29, 2007, 09:24:11 PM »

Let me know what kind of service they provide. I have had good luck with most all of the on line knife dealers.

cwlongshot · « **Reply #4 on:** August 31, 2007, 01:37:47 AM »

Well,
The order has been placed...but I haven't received any kind of conformation. So I am a bit concerned.... I am going to CK my credit card to see if they have take there moneys....

Could be nothing...just would like to see something to tell me they received the order and are shipping...

I'll post up if/when I get it.

CW

cwlongshot · « **Reply #5 on:** August 31, 2007, 02:25:28 PM »

MY BAD.......

They DID send conformation!! It was in my SPAM folder!!! LOOKS like they may have it...or I AM soon!! Nothing was said about it not being in stock!!!

I also got a email back from COLD STEEL...... Seems they have none and know of no one with any to sell!!!

I have been on a bit of a COLD STEEL splurge lately... I bought about 10 that I wanted but didn't have... I just got a TALON neck knife today. I am still waiting for a Scimitar, SPIKE,TANTO, Bowie and Tokyo Spike version of the same to come in.

Told ya I was outta hand!!!

The TALON is the one I just received:

CW

James B · « **Reply #6 on:** August 31, 2007, 09:59:26 PM »

I have a bunch of Cold Steel Knives. I have to get them all together again and see how many. Someday when the wife is gone

cwlongshot · « **Reply #7 on:** September 04, 2007, 05:24:00 AM »

UPDATE:
I have had this Talon for a couple days now and have been wearing and using it. It handles very well in the hand, balances well and with the addition of a thong to the handle is very fast to utalize. Its a very nice/handi knife. Not too heavy and easily consealed under even a "T" shirt.

Nothing on the DESPERADO yet, but its only been a couple days, I dont really expect it untill next week. I'll be sure to post up when/if it arrives.

CW

James B · « **Reply #8 on:** September 04, 2007, 09:28:39 AM »

I have several different knives that I carry at all times. My kids make fun of me because I usually have four or five knives on me. I always carry a little Stanley snap off blade razor knife with a pocket clip in my T shirt pocket. I carry one of my Leaterman or Gerber tools at all times, I carry the Explorer SAK in a clip on belt sheath and the Spyreco Native or the Spyderco Pro Grip or the Kershaw Black Out with pocket clip in my jeans pocket. Mostof the summer I wear a sheath with a folding fillet knise in it. In winter I replace that with a Mora 4 inch Laminated steel hunting knife. I have about 20 cold steel knives maybe 25.

cwlongshot · « **Reply #9 on:** September 04, 2007, 03:56:46 PM »

Quote from: James B on September 04, 2007, 09:28:39 AM

I have several different knives that I carry at all times. My kids make fun of me because I usually have four or five knives on me. I always carry a little Stanley snap off blade razor knife with a pocket clip in my T shirt pocket. I carry one of my Leatherman or Gerber tools at all times, I carry the Explorer SAK in a clip on belt sheath and the Spyderco Native or the Spyderco Pro Grip or the Kershaw Black Out with pocket clip in my jeans pocket. Most of the summer I wear a sheath with a folding fillet knife in it. In winter I replace that with a Mora 4 inch Laminated steel hunting knife. I have about 20 cold steel knives maybe 25.

WOW!!

I always have two pocket knives, one for back up defence (never gets taken out) and one for everything else. I also most always have a Leather-man. (That's got two more knife blades) My family and buddies all know I always have a knife too!!

I have to go count..but last I did I have about 70 or so knives, machetes and swords. I got a couple of those Spikes today as well!! I REALLY like them!!! They may actually carry one in-place of my custom Crawford folder. (My backup concealment knife of choice) I must have 15 or so Cold Steel knives by now too!!

CW

James B · « **Reply #10 on:** September 04, 2007, 08:39:05 PM »

I am, also a jeep man. My hut ing rig is a Jeep. Its been around for a while. Its a 1978 Wagoneer.

cwlongshot · « **Reply #11 on:** September 05, 2007, 12:21:02 AM »

DBL WOW!!!

We live parallel lives!!! Did we go to different schools together? Ha Ha

Yes Jeeps are another love of mine as well... I have a couple of those too.

Here is my Wrangler from a couple years back...

Here is my current Daily Driver, out doing a little scouting:

CW

cwlongshot · « **Reply #12 on:** September 06, 2007, 12:27:58 AM »

I received an EMain from Knife Warehouse this AM....

^{We regret to inform you that the Cold Steel Desperado 49DST has been
discontinued. My apologies for the delay in responding, but we have been
checking with a number of our suppliers for any remaining inventory - with
no luck.

You have a credit of $65.23 with TheKnifeWarehouse.com. Please advise how
you wish to proceed with your order.

My apologies for any inconvenience. Thank you for your recent purchase with
TheKnifeWarehouse.com

Seneca}

SO, I guess I am still looking.

CW

James B · « **Reply #13 on:** September 06, 2007, 06:20:07 PM »

I will keep an eye out as well.

James B · « **Reply #14 on:** September 06, 2007, 06:28:24 PM »

http://www.impactguns.com/store/705422003601.html What can I say? Try this one they show it on their site. On further check they say out of stock but taking orders.

James B · « **Reply #15 on:** September 06, 2007, 06:37:26 PM »

http://theknifewarehouse.com/catalogz/index.php?main_page=shopping_cart&search_in_description=1&keyword=desperado&sort=20a Yet one more. You may have to call them to see if they really have it.

cwlongshot · « **Reply #16 on:** September 14, 2007, 03:34:35 PM »

Just today... FINALLY, my order from www.osograndeknives.com shipped. MAN SLOW service is not the word!!! I placed the order (ONE order only) on the 24th of August. I have sent a couple EMAILS with no responses. I got notification today about the orders(?) one from the 24th and the other from the 31st, have shipped.

Interested to see exactly what arrives...

CW

rio grande · « **Reply #17 on:** November 22, 2007, 11:28:22 PM »

wow - knife warehouse.... I checked out that website, saw a recon tanto I liked, went to order and found out I had to jump thru hoops, fill out form, register, date of birth, phone number, on and on.
whats with these retailers - don't they want to sell anything?
why not just a quick address and credit card info?
I just refuse to be dragged along like that.
and whats this? they show a product on their site, accept an order then tell you "sorry, we don't have it. but you've got credit now!" sounds like bait and switch.
they can shove it.

cwlongshot · « **Reply #18 on:** September 03, 2009, 03:29:50 PM »

WOW, I forgot about this post!!

Well I finally found one new knife on Ebay then ran across a second in a shop. YES I bought both!! Its a nice knife, must not have sold well for its "different" look. VERY comfortable as a defensive knife!!! Thank you to all who offered hep in my search!!

CW

john keyes · « **Reply #19 on:** September 04, 2009, 11:59:11 AM »

Quote from: cwlongshot on August 24, 2007, 03:53:30 PM

I have recently become aware of a knife that Cold steel has discontinued.
Thank you,
CW

I wonder why...?

Quote from: cwlongshot on August 24, 2007, 03:53:30 PM

oh.....

gstewart44 · « **Reply #20 on:** September 04, 2009, 06:02:13 PM »

Hey CW - I have a large collection of CS knives with many discontinued models but I never bought the Desperado. They made another series of knives with the same blade called the Vaqueros. I bought three of them in the 5" length before they were eliminated. As you may well know these blades are ferociously sharp. I carry my folder every day and it always delivers when needed. If you dont have it already go ahead and get yourself a Lansky CS sharpening "dog bone". It is designed for the CS serrated blades and brings back that wicked edge very easily.

JJ Kelly · « **Reply #21 on:** September 05, 2009, 04:25:56 AM »

Anybody interested in cold steel Tai pan?

john keyes · « **Reply #22 on:** September 05, 2009, 09:49:09 AM »

Years ago I used to buy stuff from a place called Quartermasters Brigade in Kennesaw Georgia that always had a lot of Cold Steel stuff in their catalog

cwlongshot · « **Reply #23 on:** September 05, 2009, 01:20:22 PM »

Quote from: JJ Kelly on September 05, 2009, 04:25:56 AM

Anybody interested in cold steel Tai pan?

I do not have that one!!!

PM me maybe we can work something out!!!

cw

JJ Kelly · « **Reply #24 on:** September 06, 2009, 12:24:41 PM »

Hi cwlongshot,

E-mail me
jjkellysafegun@gmail.com

gstewart44 · « **Reply #25 on:** November 23, 2009, 03:15:53 AM »

CW - and anyone else interested. Cold Steel is having a Christmas sale and they have the discontinued Desperado knives .... 2 for $50. Below is the link that I got via email.

http://www.ltspecpro.com/christmassale.html?utm_source=streamsend&utm_medium=email&utm_content=7369661&utm_campaign=Cold%20Steel%20Special%20Projects%20Christmas%20Flier

cwlongshot · « **Reply #26 on:** November 23, 2009, 11:36:23 AM »

Quote from: gstewart44 link=topic=124594.msg 1098945903#msg 1098945903 date=1258985753

CW - and anyone else interested. Cold Steel is having a Christmas sale and they have the discontinued Desperado knives .... 2 for $50. Below is the link that I got via email.

http://www.ltspecpro.com/christmassale.html?utm_source=streamsend&utm_medium=email&utm_content=7369661&utm_campaign=Cold%20Steel%20Special%20Projects%20Christmas%20Flier

Thanks for the link!!

But it kinda burns my arse... I made numerous calls to Cold Steel looking for help finding this knife. I was repeatedly told none where available and hadn't been made in some time. They had none to sell. Now here they are over a year later as a sale of discontinued models....

I call that customer DISService!!!

I currently have two of these knives so I dont need any more.

CW