Cold Steel Pendleton Mini Hunter 3" Fixed Blade Knife - CPM 3V High Carbon Steel, Stone Washed Finish, Kray-Ex Handle, Includes Sheath

The Cold Steel Pendleton Mini Hunter 3" fixed blade knife is a compact, no-nonsense field knife built for hunters, anglers, and camp tasks where a smaller blade makes sense without sacrificing edge-holding power. CPM 3V high carbon steel delivers serious toughness—this isn't stainless that dulls fast; it's a steel that holds an edge and shrugs off hard use. The stone-washed finish cuts glare and hides wear, practical details that speak to Cold Steel's straightforward design philosophy.

At 3 inches, the blade is just right for detailed work: processing game, camp prep, field repairs. CPM 3V doesn't require the obsessive maintenance of some high-carbon steels, but it will show patina and will rust if left wet—that's the trade-off for edge retention and toughness that stainless simply can't match. The Kray-Ex handle is textured and tough, designed to stay secure in wet or bloody hands. Comes with a sheath, so you're ready to go straight out of the box.

This is the knife for the hunter or angler who wants a premium fixed blade without the bulk of a full-size hunter knife. Cold Steel has been making field knives for decades; the Pendleton Mini Hunter distills that experience into something genuinely useful. If you're running a pack, working a riverbank, or keeping a blade in your hunting coat, this size and steel combination will serve you well.

Key Features

• 3" CPM 3V high carbon steel blade—superior edge retention and toughness
• Stone-washed finish reduces glare and conceals use marks
• Textured Kray-Ex handle designed for secure grip in wet or difficult conditions
• Fixed blade design with included sheath for safe carry and ready access
• Compact size ideal for hunting, fishing, and camp tasks

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPM 3V steel and how does it compare to stainless?

CPM 3V is a high-carbon steel engineered for toughness and edge retention. It holds a sharper edge longer than stainless steel and resists chipping under hard use, but it's not corrosion-resistant and will develop patina or rust if left wet. For field work where edge performance matters more than zero maintenance, CPM 3V is the smarter choice.

Is this knife good for hunting and camp tasks?

Yes. The 3-inch blade size makes it ideal for hunting tasks like field dressing, game processing, and general camp work. It's compact enough to carry on your person or pack without adding bulk, yet large enough to handle real work.

Does the Pendleton Mini Hunter come with a sheath?

Yes, the knife ships with a sheath for carry and protection.

Will the Kray-Ex handle grip securely in wet conditions?

The Kray-Ex handle features a textured surface designed to maintain grip even when wet or bloody, a practical choice for field use around water or game processing.