---
product_id: 10705931
title: "Cold Steel Kudu Folding Knife 20K"
brand: "cold steel"
price: "S/.123"
currency: PEN
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Cold Steel"
url: https://www.desertcart.pe/products/10705931-cold-steel-kudu-folding-knife-20k
store_origin: PE
region: Peru
---

# Durable glass-reinforced Zy-Ex handle with wood grain texture Unique ring lock ratchet mechanism 4.25" mirror-polished stainless steel blade Cold Steel Kudu Folding Knife 20K

**Brand:** cold steel
**Price:** S/.123
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🗡️ Unlock the legacy of rugged style and precision—carry the Cold Steel Kudu and never miss a cut.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cold Steel Kudu Folding Knife 20K by cold steel
- **How much does it cost?** S/.123 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pe](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/10705931-cold-steel-kudu-folding-knife-20k)

## Best For

- cold steel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cold steel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Affordable Excellence:** Premium craftsmanship and unique design at a price point that makes upgrading your EDC a no-brainer.
- • **Lightweight Versatility:** At just 4.25 inches, this knife is your go-to for everything from camping to everyday tasks without weighing you down.
- • **Century-Tested Durability:** Inspired by classic African ring lock knives, built to last through rugged daily use.
- • **Precision Edge Performance:** Expertly heat-treated stainless steel blade balances razor-sharp edge retention with effortless re-sharpening.
- • **Effortless One-Handed Deployment:** Innovative ratcheting ring lock lets you open and close with a satisfying spin—master the art and impress your crew.

## Overview

The Cold Steel Kudu Folding Knife 20K features a 4.25-inch mirror-polished stainless steel blade with superior rust resistance and heat treatment for optimal edge retention and ease of sharpening. Its durable glass-reinforced Zy-Ex handle boasts a wood grain texture and polished silver accents, combining classic aesthetics with modern materials. The knife’s unique ring lock ratchet mechanism enables secure, smooth one-handed deployment and closure. Lightweight, versatile, and budget-friendly, the Kudu is a timeless tool designed for heavy-duty use and everyday carry.

## Description

The Cold Steel Kudu takes its inspiration from the classic ring lock folding knives of Africa. These highly functional blades are owned and carried by people from every walk of life, and are the everyday tool of choice for almost every conceivable task. They have stood the test of time, and have been in-use continuously for centuries - and with good reason - they work. Our Kudu features a highly rust resistant and beautifully mirror polished stainless steel blade that is expertly heat treated to offer an excellent balance between edge holding and ease of re-sharpening. The handle is made from durable glass-reinforced Zy-Ex and has an attractive wood grain texture and polished silver embellishments.The Kudu is amazingly lightweight, versatile and functional, and affordable on almost any budget.

Review: Africa's Buck 110. - Now I understand why this is the most popular knife in Africa. It's cheap, utilitarian, durable, practical (if you learn how to use it), unbelievably light, sharp as hell....and did I mention cheap? The Kudu, (and the original Okapi which it is based off of) was developed primarily as a workman's / farmer's knife designed for heavy rugged use. At 4 inches long, its drop point blade is long enough, sharp enough, and precise enough to cut, gut, stab, or skin just about anything. It cuts through rope and cardboard like it was nothing. I'm not sure what kind of steel it's made of but right out of the box it's very sharp and makes short work of cardboard and rope yet can still slice through paper with ease. Given this knife's history and reputation, I'm fairly confident that it will stand the test of time and heavy use. I'll update later on how it holds up in the long run. But really, for a $10 knife that's beside the point. It's already competing strongly in a league with knives 5 or 6 times that price easily. Finally, let's talk about it's unique ring / ratchet design. As you are opening the knife, a series of teeth at the back end of the blade engage with a notch in the lock spring on the back of the handle to create a ratcheting action. I guess this is to add friction to the opening and closing motion so you don't accidentally cut your finger while opening / closing it, a useful feature given the design. Then the back end of the handle has a ring attached to the metal piece which acts as a lock spring. To close the knife, pull back on the ring to release the spring and unlock the knife allowing it to close again in a ratcheting motion. There's definitely a learning curve to it. If you want to use two hands to open and close it, that's the safest bet but if you're feeling adventurous then check out youtube for some useful tutorials on how to open and close it one handed while using the ring to draw, spin, and open it all in one fast motion. I've learned how to do that and it's a very satisfying, unique, and flashy way to deploy a knife. With enough practice this knife can be deployed / closed almost as fast as any assisted open knife. Two things worth mentioning though, is that this knife is useless without the ring. So a good ring makes all the difference. The original ring that came with it was too small for my liking so I replaced it with another larger key ring. Also the back spring is incredibly tight out of the box. It helps to loosen it by pulling hard on the ring a few times and stretching that spring back as far as you can pull it. By doing so it becomes much easier to deploy / close but it's still just as solid when it locks. There's no vertical or horizontal play in the blade at all. Once again, for the price I highly doubt you will find a better knife. It really is amazing. the Kudu would serve well as a collection piece, a conversation starter, or you could use it like it was intended: Work it hard and work it often and in all those cases it will deliver. First Photo: Compared to Kershaw Cryo II. Also shows stock ring, and the replacement ring I put on it.
Review: I’m happy - I think it’s made in France, but cold steel good too.

## Features

- Our Kudu features a highly rust resistant and beautifully mirror polished stainless steel blade that is expertly heat treated to offer an excellent balance between edge holding and ease of re-sharpening
- The handle is made from durable glass-reinforced Zy-Ex and has an attractive wood grain texture and polished silver embellishments
- The Kudu is amazingly lightweight, versatile and functional, and affordable on almost any budget
- 1 Kudu Folder
- Blade: 4 1/4"

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00KMGVLH8 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #849,850 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #3,810 in Pocket Knives & Folding Knives |
| Blade Edge | Hollow |
| Blade Length | 1 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Clip Point |
| Blade Type | Folding |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| Brand Name | Cold Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Customer Package Type | Retail Packaging, Meets Shipping Standards |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (95) |
| Date First Available | May 28, 2014 |
| Handle Material | Thermoplastic |
| Included Components | Storage Case |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.25 x 1.75 x 1 inches |
| Item Length | 4.25 Inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 6.3 x 1.61 x 0.87 inches |
| Manufacturer | Cold Steel |
| Model Name | CS-20KK |
| Orientation | upright |
| Package Weight | 0.08 Kilograms |
| Part Number | 20K |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Shape | Folding |
| Special Feature | Stainless Steel |
| Style | Classic |
| Theme | Classic |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Cold Steel
- **Color:** Stainless Steel
- **Handle Material:** Thermoplastic
- **Included Components:** Storage Case
- **Model Name:** CS-20KK
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Camping
- **Special Feature:** Stainless Steel
- **Style:** Classic

## Images

![Cold Steel Kudu Folding Knife 20K - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61O-uS5VOoL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: You get 2 knifes or 1 knife?**
A: For eighteen bucks you should get 2 knives because this is a ten dollar knife at best..  
Don't get me wrong, this is a terrific lightweight knife - for ten dollars..

**Q: What is the difference between the cold steel kudu # 20k and the 20kk? they appear identical, but the kk is $8.99 and the k is $19.49... it matters!**
A: I had to Google 20K vs 20KK.  Near as I can figure, the 20K gets sold in USA and 20KK gets sold across the pond.  Seems like same blade configuration

**Q: Where are they made?**
A: Country of Origin: China.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Africa's Buck 110.
*by A***E on March 7, 2017*

Now I understand why this is the most popular knife in Africa. It's cheap, utilitarian, durable, practical (if you learn how to use it), unbelievably light, sharp as hell....and did I mention cheap? The Kudu, (and the original Okapi which it is based off of) was developed primarily as a workman's / farmer's knife designed for heavy rugged use. At 4 inches long, its drop point blade is long enough, sharp enough, and precise enough to cut, gut, stab, or skin just about anything. It cuts through rope and cardboard like it was nothing. I'm not sure what kind of steel it's made of but right out of the box it's very sharp and makes short work of cardboard and rope yet can still slice through paper with ease. Given this knife's history and reputation, I'm fairly confident that it will stand the test of time and heavy use. I'll update later on how it holds up in the long run. But really, for a $10 knife that's beside the point. It's already competing strongly in a league with knives 5 or 6 times that price easily. Finally, let's talk about it's unique ring / ratchet design. As you are opening the knife, a series of teeth at the back end of the blade engage with a notch in the lock spring on the back of the handle to create a ratcheting action. I guess this is to add friction to the opening and closing motion so you don't accidentally cut your finger while opening / closing it, a useful feature given the design. Then the back end of the handle has a ring attached to the metal piece which acts as a lock spring. To close the knife, pull back on the ring to release the spring and unlock the knife allowing it to close again in a ratcheting motion. There's definitely a learning curve to it. If you want to use two hands to open and close it, that's the safest bet but if you're feeling adventurous then check out youtube for some useful tutorials on how to open and close it one handed while using the ring to draw, spin, and open it all in one fast motion. I've learned how to do that and it's a very satisfying, unique, and flashy way to deploy a knife. With enough practice this knife can be deployed / closed almost as fast as any assisted open knife. Two things worth mentioning though, is that this knife is useless without the ring. So a good ring makes all the difference. The original ring that came with it was too small for my liking so I replaced it with another larger key ring. Also the back spring is incredibly tight out of the box. It helps to loosen it by pulling hard on the ring a few times and stretching that spring back as far as you can pull it. By doing so it becomes much easier to deploy / close but it's still just as solid when it locks. There's no vertical or horizontal play in the blade at all. Once again, for the price I highly doubt you will find a better knife. It really is amazing. the Kudu would serve well as a collection piece, a conversation starter, or you could use it like it was intended: Work it hard and work it often and in all those cases it will deliver. First Photo: Compared to Kershaw Cryo II. Also shows stock ring, and the replacement ring I put on it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I’m happy
*by A***X on June 21, 2025*

I think it’s made in France, but cold steel good too.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Gift
*by S***. on February 26, 2020*

My friend to whom i gave it as a gift, shower me with praises every-time we get together.

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*Store origin: PE*
*Last updated: 2026-01-25*