Cold Steel CS49NDE Hide Out3" Fixed Plain Satin Polished Japanese AUS-8A SS Blade/ Black Contoured & Checkered Kray-Ex Handle

Cold Steel Hide Out 3" Fixed Blade Knife - AUS-8A Satin Polished Blade, Black Kray-Ex Handle

Cold Steel
SKU:
115670832
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UPC:
705442010609
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MPN:
CS-49NDE
$26.60
$38.99
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Product Specifications
Blade Material:
AUS-8A SS
Bade ength:
3"
OAL:
6.50"
Handle Description:
Black Contoured & Checkered
Edge Type:
Plain
Weight:
1.90 oz
Sheath:
Secure-Ex
Product Overview

The Cold Steel Hide Out 3" fixed blade knife is a lightweight, purpose-built neck knife that won't weigh you down or break the bank. Designed for everyday carry, backcountry trips, or as a backup blade, this compact fixed blade delivers real functionality in a package so minimal you'll barely notice it's there. At just 1.9 ounces, it's true featherweight territory—ideal if you're already carrying a full kit and need something small enough to slip into a pack pocket or wear on a cord around your neck.

The blade is where this knife earns its keep. Cold Steel forged it from AUS-8A stainless steel, ground with a Scandinavian profile that balances sharpness with structural integrity. That geometry means a fine, aggressive edge without sacrificing tip strength—important for a small knife that might see rough use in the field. The satin polish finish resists corrosion and won't flash sunlight if stealth matters. The blade runs full tang and is fully encapsulated in a weather-resistant Kray-Ex handle that's intentionally thin and flat; you're looking at a knife that tucks into tight spaces without printing or snagging.

Cold Steel engineered the Hide Out to stay put when you need it to. It ships with a Secure-Ex neck sheath and a bead chain lanyard, so whether you're wearing it around your neck, clipping it to a pack, or keeping it in a cargo pocket, it won't wander off. The 6.5-inch overall length with a 3-inch blade makes it compact enough to pass most carry restrictions while giving you enough steel to actually accomplish small tasks—food prep, cordage, light detail work. If you want a small fixed blade that handles real work and doesn't demand real estate in your gear, this is your answer.