--- product_id: 395848569 title: "Kyoto II 3-3/8\" Durable Compact 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Drop Point Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 3 3/8\" Textured Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath Included" brand: "cold steel" price: "KSh9259" currency: KES in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Cold Steel" url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/395848569-kyoto-ii-3-3-8-durable-compact-8cr13mov-stainless-steel store_origin: KE region: Kenya --- # 3 3/8" textured Kray-Ex handle 3.38" drop point blade 8Cr13MoV stainless steel Kyoto II 3-3/8" Durable Compact 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Drop Point Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 3 3/8" Textured Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath Included **Brand:** cold steel **Price:** KSh9259 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🗡️ Own the Outdoors with Samurai Precision — Compact Power in Your Palm ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Kyoto II 3-3/8" Durable Compact 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Drop Point Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 3 3/8" Textured Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath Included by cold steel - **How much does it cost?** KSh9259 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/395848569-kyoto-ii-3-3-8-durable-compact-8cr13mov-stainless-steel) ## Best For - cold steel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cold steel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Edge That Endures:** 8Cr13MoV steel balances razor-sharp hardness with corrosion resistance for long-lasting performance. - • **Grip Like a Samurai:** Ergonomic Kray-Ex handle inspired by traditional Japanese swords for secure, confident handling. - • **Carry Your Confidence:** Versatile sheath with multiple carry options including bead chain lanyard and Cold Steel C-Clip. - • **Precision Meets Power:** Robust drop point blade engineered for flawless skinning and gutting. - • **Compact Yet Commanding:** Lightweight 3.2 oz design with full tang strength—ready for any outdoor challenge. ## Overview The Cold Steel Kyoto II is a compact, fixed-blade outdoor knife featuring a 3.38-inch drop point blade crafted from durable 8Cr13MoV stainless steel. Its full tang construction ensures superior strength, while the textured Kray-Ex handle offers a secure grip inspired by traditional Japanese sword design. Weighing just 3.2 ounces and paired with a versatile sheath supporting multiple carry styles, this knife delivers precision, durability, and convenience for hunting, utility, and self-defense tasks. ## Description COLD STEEL KYOTO II DROP POINT KNIFE (CS-17DB): The Cold Steel Kyoto II knife is a masterful blend of strength, functionality, and thoughtful design, tailored for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Featuring a robust drop point blade with a wide, curved edge, it excels in precision tasks like skinning and gutting while ensuring superior durability through its full-tang construction. Crafted from 8CR13MOV stainless steel, the blade balances hardness and corrosion resistance, retaining its sharp edge even under demanding conditions. Equipped with a high-traction Kray-Ex handle styled after traditional Japanese sword grips, the Kyoto II delivers a secure and comfortable hold, combining classic aesthetics with modern practicality. The knife includes a slim, versatile sheath that supports multiple carry options, from a bead chain lanyard to a Cold Steel C-Clip, ensuring convenience and accessibility in any situation. Weighing just 3.2 oz with a 3mm thick blade, a handle length of 3 3/8 inches, and an overall length of 6 3/4 inches, this fixed-blade knife is compact yet mighty, ready to tackle any outdoor challenge. Review: Little Japanese style knife - I call this a Samurai Sword for 'Mini Me', you know what I mean if you ever saw the 'Austin Powers' movies, LOL. What this is, is a very small knife (just over 3" blade) that is styled like a very small, short-bladed Samurai sword. The handle has the same shape and design, but in a kind of grippy rubbery compound instead of the silk braid. The blade is the same slightly curved shape with a Tanto- styled point as a sword, but shortened to just a bit over 3". It even has a small oval blade guard, again along the same style as the sword, just a bit smaller. Comes with a well-made sheath that seems to be Kydex or a similar material. They got the sheath 'just right' in that it holds the knife securely yet it is still easy enough to remove. It seems to be extremely well made for the price, and comes out of the box SHARP, as in sharp like a Buck or (almost) a Benchmade sharp (out of the box). Fit and finish are flawless, the guard is very sturdy looking and fitted very tightly. The handle is the perfect balance of being grippy without being too grippy, and the shape really locks it into my hand. This is a small knife, with a small handle, I can't get all 4 fingers around it, as it is too short, but it has a very solid 'feel' in the hand. I think this might be the best knife I ever bought for under $25, at least in initial quality and fit/finish. I like it so much I think I'll be getting another one or two. For the price, I don't see how it can be beat. Review: Worth Every Penny - 5 stars based on MY intended use and my EDC. This is strictly a self defense piece. I like the compactness but the handle could be another 3/8" long +/-, but I have smaller hands so its not a big deal. For it's size, it has a nice weight to it. You can feel you're holding it. The handle is comfortable and the profile is pretty narrow. The blade has a good overall finish and it is crazy sharp. The sheath is actually pretty good and I like the Level 2 retention so I don't have to worry about it falling out unintentionally, and it makes for pretty speedy presentation. My concealed carry holster is an adjustable level 1 friction retention style holster, so this isn't much different. This would make an excellent utility knife as well, if you recognize its limitations and try going Operator with it. I can't complain at all for the price. Great bargain. ## Features - ROBUST & COMPACT - The Kyoto II knife features a robustly stout drop point blade, ideal for hunting tasks like skinning and gutting; Its wide, curved edge delivers precision and ease, while the full-tang construction ensures superior strength - DURABLE STEEL - Crafted from 8CR13MOV stainless steel, this blade strikes the perfect balance of hardness & corrosion resistance; This steel's robust composition ensures the blade retains its sharp edge even after extensive use, great for demanding tasks - KRAY-EX HANDLE - The Kyoto II knife is equipped with a high-traction Kray-Ex handle, providing a secure & comfortable grip; Styled to resemble the traditional handles of Japanese swords, this design blends classic aesthetics with modern functionality - THOUGHTFUL DESIGN - The slim, versatile sheath included with the Kyoto II outdoor knife accommodates multiple carry options; It can be fitted with a bead chain lanyard or a Cold Steel C-Clip, allowing for comfortable and secure carry in a variety of ways - SPECS - Weight: 3.2 oz; Blade Thickness: 3mm; Handle Length/Material: 3 3/8in Long Kray-Ex Handle; Blade Steel: 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel; Blade Length: 3 3/8in; Overall Length: 6 3/4in; Knife Type: Fixed Blade; Blade Shape: Drop Point ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09DLGZNHS | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #16,255 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #165 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives | | Blade Length | 3.14 inches | | Blade Material | Alloy Steel | | Blade Shape | Drop Point | | Blade Type | Fixed Blade | | Brand | Cold Steel | | Brand Name | Cold Steel | | Color | Multi | | Customer Package Type | Secure Sheath | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,491 Reviews | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Kray-Ex | | Included Components | Kyoto II / 6 3/4" Overall / 3 3/8" Blade | | Item Length | 6.75 inches | | Item Shape | Rectangular | | Item Type Name | Kyoto II / 6 3/4" Overall / 3 3/8" Blade | | Item Weight | 0.13 kg | | Manufacturer | GSM Outdoors | | Model Name | CS-17DB | | Model Number | CS-17DB | | Number of Items | 1 | | Orientation | upright | | Part Number | CS17DB | | Power Source | hand_powered | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Camping | | Reusability | Reusable | | Size | 3.1" | | Special Feature | Full Tang | | Special Features | Full Tang | | Style | Kyoto II 3-3/8" Blade | | Theme | Hunting | | UPC | 705442019978 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Blade Material:** Alloy Steel - **Brand:** Cold Steel - **Color:** Multi - **Handle Material:** Kray-Ex - **Included Components:** Kyoto II / 6 3/4" Overall / 3 3/8" Blade - **Model Name:** CS-17DB - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Camping - **Special Feature:** Full Tang - **Style:** Kyoto II 3-3/8" Blade ## Images ![Kyoto II 3-3/8" Durable Compact 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Drop Point Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 3 3/8" Textured Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath Included - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Jtk-tA0-L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How does this attach to a belt?** A: I have not attached to a belt. There are small holes in the sheath that I hope to use para cord on to secure to a belt. This will hold it on the draw, I hope. **Q: What steel is the Kyoto II made with?** A: 1232 Carbon **Q: Is the handle hard plastic or rubbery? Thanks!** A: It is somewhat rubbery. Comfortable **Q: What is the steel used in the kyoto ii knife? thank you.** A: 8cr13mov ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Little Japanese style knife *by J***A on February 21, 2026* I call this a Samurai Sword for 'Mini Me', you know what I mean if you ever saw the 'Austin Powers' movies, LOL. What this is, is a very small knife (just over 3" blade) that is styled like a very small, short-bladed Samurai sword. The handle has the same shape and design, but in a kind of grippy rubbery compound instead of the silk braid. The blade is the same slightly curved shape with a Tanto- styled point as a sword, but shortened to just a bit over 3". It even has a small oval blade guard, again along the same style as the sword, just a bit smaller. Comes with a well-made sheath that seems to be Kydex or a similar material. They got the sheath 'just right' in that it holds the knife securely yet it is still easy enough to remove. It seems to be extremely well made for the price, and comes out of the box SHARP, as in sharp like a Buck or (almost) a Benchmade sharp (out of the box). Fit and finish are flawless, the guard is very sturdy looking and fitted very tightly. The handle is the perfect balance of being grippy without being too grippy, and the shape really locks it into my hand. This is a small knife, with a small handle, I can't get all 4 fingers around it, as it is too short, but it has a very solid 'feel' in the hand. I think this might be the best knife I ever bought for under $25, at least in initial quality and fit/finish. I like it so much I think I'll be getting another one or two. For the price, I don't see how it can be beat. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth Every Penny *by S***T on September 5, 2026* 5 stars based on MY intended use and my EDC. This is strictly a self defense piece. I like the compactness but the handle could be another 3/8" long +/-, but I have smaller hands so its not a big deal. For it's size, it has a nice weight to it. You can feel you're holding it. The handle is comfortable and the profile is pretty narrow. The blade has a good overall finish and it is crazy sharp. The sheath is actually pretty good and I like the Level 2 retention so I don't have to worry about it falling out unintentionally, and it makes for pretty speedy presentation. My concealed carry holster is an adjustable level 1 friction retention style holster, so this isn't much different. This would make an excellent utility knife as well, if you recognize its limitations and try going Operator with it. I can't complain at all for the price. Great bargain. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice knife *by T***O on April 7, 2026* It’s a decent knife. I like the shape, that’s more than likely why anyone is going to purchase this knife. It’s tiny, the blade is shorter than the palm of my hand, this makes it a nice size to throw in a pocket and have on hand without feeling like you’re carrying a bunch of extra things. It didn’t come sharp but it sharpens nicely and holds an edge for a while, the geometry of the blade makes it awkward to sharper though. The sheath is very tight, it locks snugly in place. I would recommend this knife if you need something small for everyday use and like the aesthetic of the blade. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cold Steel Kyoto II 3-3/8" Durable Compact 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Drop Point Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 3 3/8" Textured Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath Included - Cold Steel C-Clip Small (Pack of 2), Black - Cold Steel Kyoto 3.25" Durable Compact 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Tanto Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 3 3/8" Textured Kray-Ex Handle, Sheath Included --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/395848569-kyoto-ii-3-3-8-durable-compact-8cr13mov-stainless-steel](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/395848569-kyoto-ii-3-3-8-durable-compact-8cr13mov-stainless-steel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kenya* *Store origin: KE* *Last updated: 2026-09-11*