The Cold Steel Recon 1 XL folding knife is available on the brand’s site for $280 (down from $330). It’s also available at Blade HQ for the same price (although the base price is lower, at $300).

Cold Steel’s Recon 1 has been a staple of the everyday carry knife and tactical industries for decades, literally. Over its lifespan, it has seen numerous iterations — varying in materials, blade ...