Due to its long cutting belly, the blade is a great all-purpose cutter, especially for jobs where long, steady slices are required, like preparing food or (everyone’s favorite) opening packages. The curve of the handle also offers good ergonomics and helps prevent slips.
Dangerous curves ahead
Style is one thing, but making a good EDC knife takes a lot more. Thankfully, interested parties will be happy to know Cold Steel didn’t skimp on materials, either.
The Black Sable’s curved blade — technically a tanto, which is somewhat unusual — is XHP steel, which is kind of like D2 on steroids. It offers excellent hardness, wear resistance and solid edge retention. Plus, it gets a PVC coating that adds even more durability and corrosion resistance.
The handle, however, might be the most interesting part of the knife. It has a steel bolster and, below it, scales made from forged carbon fiber. This material offers excellent grip and durability while remaining lightweight, and it also adds some depth and character to the knife’s appearance.