Cold Steel Black Bear Classic Knife Review

Most double edge knives are poorly made and dangerous to the user. Cold Steel is well aware of this fact and their Black Bear Classic tries to turn a great idea into an even better knife.

I recently got my own Black Bear Classic and here are my thoughts:

What I like about the knife:

1. My blade came out of the sharpening box. VG-1 San Mai III steel is excellent because it has a hard inner core that helps it hold its edge.

The outer layers are made of softer steel and give the knife rust resistance and flexibility.

2. Double Edge means twice the chance of getting cut. Cold Steel uses two grips on this knife, which are made from 300 series stainless steel. This is the perfect way to protect your fingers from slipping onto the blade.

3. Both edges are cupped and beautifully polished, giving the BBC a custom knife look.

4. Micarta handle is smooth and sexy while being durable enough to last a lifetime.

5. Not only is this knife beautiful to look at, but the hard plastic sheath is durable enough to be taken overseas for military use or even camping or wilderness survival.

That I did not like:

The Black Bear Classic is one of my favorite Cold Steel knives in every way possible. I have nothing negative to say about it.

General:

With a suggested retail value of $409.99, the Black Bear Classic is not your everyday knife. It’s beautiful enough to display and wow your friends, while strong enough to be used for just about any task you can imagine.