Cold SteelMicro Recon 1 2" 4034SS Razor-Sharp Blade 2.375" Griv-Ex Handle Tactical Folding Knife w/Tri-Ad Lock, Ambidextrous Pocket/Belt Clip

Sure, it's a tiny knife, but of all the keychain-sized blades I own, this one is the mightiest. I've been a fan of Cold Steel's triad lock on bigger blades; it's just as robust on this little guy. The blade is incredibly sharp, perfect for opening packages, cutting threads, and even small prying jobs. Slips into a watch pocket completely for times when I need to be discreet about having a knife. My normal keychain knife has been a Kershaw Cinder; that knife has a more reinforced area to attach to a key ring than this one, but the Micro Recon is easily the better overall knife. If you like having a choice of what size knife you EDC, or like me, tend to carry a larger blade and a small one for different tasks, this is a good choice for something small.

This is small, no pocket clip and comes with a keyring and is really pretty much the size of a key - but with the Tri-ad lock and the Cold Steel tactical design it's probably going to be the best knife for the keychain you can get at a budget. Currently at the lowest price it's ever been according to an Amazon price tracker so I'm very happy with this purchase, it's replaced a cheap keyring utility blade I've been carrying and I know I'll never be without a decent knife, even if it is small. I put a quick release ring on the keyring it came with (too thick for the hole on the knife) so if I'm wearing pants with a coin pocket it can be there for faster access.

When I got this I kinda bought it to be a toy letter opener I did not expect this micro knife to be the same quality as its big brothers. At first glance I thought oh a cute baby knife. I opened it and man it was sharp, the lock was just like other cold steel knives and no wiggle on the blade and blade was totally centered. I am very impressed with this knife quality. Great for a kids first knife or a key chain knife but honestly the blade hold well in the hand and I’m glad I took a chance on this little micro knife. Very pleased I bought this. I put its big brothers recon 1 and placed it next to it and the quality is the same but micro.

I was surprised by the small size of this on first sight and debated returning it, but as I examined it closely I realized the Cold Steel quality is apparent even in this ultra lightweight for pocket or keyring. The blade is good and I decided to keep it as a better alternative to those money clip knives.This is also a perfect "5th pocket " jeans knife which has become a popular thing lately. The 5th pocket is the useless one above the regular pocket on the right hand side of a pair of jeans that makes you think of a pocket watch. In this case, mini or micro knives are being produced to fill that and the quality is better than you'd expect if you choose this one for that role.

I have been a fan of Cold Steel.I had this before but misplaced it, so I got it again.It feels little lighter and has a different texture.Blade is 4116 Stainless steel but it seems OK for a daily use.

Like many other reviews have stated, the biggest issue with this knife is the inaccurate product description. The listing claims the blade is made of 4034 stainless steel, but it is actually 416 stainless steel.Secondly, the description mentions a belt clip, but there isn’t one. Instead, there’s a small ring for a keychain, but no clip to secure it to your belt or even the small pocket in your jeans.Lastly, the Griv-Ex handle feels like cheap plastic. It may be a durable material, but it certainly doesn’t feel like it.I returned this immediately.

Made for the size of a keychain

This is one of the best made small knives i own. Comes in handy on your keyring