Description

Cold Steel Bush Ranger Lite Folding Knife 21A

The Cold Steel Bush Ranger Lite is a practical and budget-friendly folding field knife designed by Mike Wallace. It offers the general proportions and versatile Sheffield clip-point profile of the original Bush Ranger in a lighter, more accessible format suitable for everyday utility, outdoor work and lawful everyday carry.

The approximately 8.9 cm blade is made from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, a dependable working steel valued for corrosion resistance, toughness and straightforward sharpening. A thumb stud supports convenient opening, while the contoured GFN handle provides a comfortable and secure grip during extended use.

The knife is equipped with a rocker-style locking mechanism and an additional secondary safety intended to improve resistance to accidental lock release under shock or impact. An interchangeable pocket clip supports left- or right-handed carry where lawful.

Key Features

• Budget-friendly folding field and utility knife
• Designed by Mike Wallace
• Sheffield-style clip-point blade
• 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade
• Plain cutting edge
• Thumb stud for convenient opening
• Rocker-style blade lock
• Additional secondary safety mechanism
• Contoured glass-filled nylon handle
• Interchangeable ambidextrous pocket clip
• Suitable for left- or right-handed carry
• Approximate blade length of 8.9 cm
• Approximate overall length of 21.3 cm
• Approximate weight of 136 g
• Cold Steel product number 21A

Sheffield Clip-Point Blade

The Bush Ranger Lite features a broad Sheffield-style clip-point blade with a defined tip and practical curved cutting edge. This versatile profile is suitable for slicing, opening packaging, cutting cordage and performing a wide range of controlled outdoor and everyday utility tasks.

The approximately 3.8 mm blade thickness provides a substantial working format while maintaining practical cutting performance.

8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel

The blade is made from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, a reliable high-carbon stainless steel commonly used in practical working knives.

It offers a useful balance of toughness, corrosion resistance, edge retention and ease of sharpening. The steel can be restored to a sharp working edge using suitable sharpening equipment, making it practical for users who maintain their knives in the field or workshop.

Actual edge performance depends on sharpening angle, cutting technique, maintenance and the materials being cut.

Thumb-Stud Opening

A thumb stud is fitted to the blade to support convenient manual opening. The user should maintain full control of the knife throughout the opening process and keep fingers clear of the blade path.

The knife should not be flicked open aggressively or subjected to unnecessary impact, as this may accelerate wear on the pivot and locking components.

Rocker Lock with Secondary Safety

The Bush Ranger Lite uses a rocker-style locking mechanism designed to secure the blade in the open position during normal use.

An additional secondary safety can be engaged to increase resistance to accidental lock release under shock or impact. This provides an extra level of security for demanding utility work.

No folding-knife lock is completely failure-proof. Always confirm that the blade is fully locked and the secondary safety is correctly engaged before use. Do not rely on the lock when applying twisting, prying or heavy impact forces.

Contoured GFN Handle

The approximately 12.4 cm handle is made from GFN, or glass-filled nylon. This synthetic material offers a practical combination of strength, moisture resistance, low maintenance and moderate weight.

The handle is carefully contoured to sit comfortably in the hand and provide secure control during routine cutting tasks. Its shape is particularly useful during extended outdoor or field use.

Ambidextrous Pocket Clip

The Bush Ranger Lite includes an interchangeable pocket clip that supports left- or right-handed carry configurations.

The clip and its mounting screws should be inspected regularly and tightened carefully if necessary. The presence of a pocket clip does not confirm that carrying the knife in public is lawful in every jurisdiction.

Recommended Use

• Everyday utility cutting
• Opening boxes and packaging
• Cutting rope, webbing and cordage
• Camping and campsite tasks
• Hiking and general outdoor use
• Workshop and equipment maintenance tasks
• Garden and household utility work
• Emergency preparedness equipment
• Collection and lawful everyday carry

The knife is not designed for prying, chiselling, hammering, throwing or use as a screwdriver.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Cold Steel Bush Ranger Lite?

The Bush Ranger Lite provides much of the practical utility associated with the original Bush Ranger in a more affordable and accessible package. Its broad clip-point blade, comfortable GFN handle and secondary safety system make it suitable for users who want a dependable working folder without unnecessary complexity.

The 8Cr13MoV blade is straightforward to maintain, while the ambidextrous clip and manageable 136 g weight make the knife practical for regular outdoor and everyday use.

It is particularly well suited as a first quality folding knife or as a cost-effective backup utility knife for field, workshop or vehicle equipment.

Care and Maintenance

• Clean the blade after every use.
• Remove moisture, dirt, sap and adhesive residue promptly.
• Dry the knife thoroughly before storage.
• Apply a small amount of suitable lubricant to the pivot when necessary.
• Use a light protective oil during extended storage or after exposure to corrosive environments.
• Use food-safe oil if the knife may contact food.
• Inspect the blade, pivot, lock, safety mechanism and handle regularly.
• Confirm that the primary lock and secondary safety operate correctly.
• Check the pocket clip and mounting screws for looseness.
• Sharpen with suitable equipment while preserving the original edge geometry.
• Avoid overheating the blade during powered sharpening.
• Do not place the knife in a dishwasher.
• Store securely and away from children and unauthorised persons.

Safety Information

• This is a sharpened folding knife and may cause serious or fatal injury.
• Keep fingers clear of the blade path when opening and closing the knife.
• Confirm that the rocker lock is fully engaged before use.
• Engage the secondary safety when appropriate for the task.
• Do not assume that the secondary safety makes the knife incapable of closing.
• Cut away from the body and other people.
• Use a stable working surface whenever possible.
• Do not use excessive force.
• Do not use the knife for prying, twisting, hammering or heavy impact work.
• Do not throw the knife.
• Stop using it if the blade, pivot, lock, safety mechanism or handle is damaged.
• Keep the knife folded when not in use.
• Carry and transport it only where lawful.
• Store securely and out of reach of children and unauthorised persons.

Legal and Responsible Use Notice

This product must be purchased, possessed, carried, transported and used only in accordance with the laws and regulations applicable in the customer’s country, region and municipality.

The customer is responsible for determining whether the purchase, possession, carriage, transport or use of this knife is lawful in their location and for using it safely, responsibly and only for lawful purposes. The seller does not encourage, recommend or authorise unlawful, threatening, offensive or harmful use.

Classification of this product within a folding knife, everyday carry, outdoor, field, hunting, camping, survival, tactical or self-defence category does not constitute legal advice, confirmation that it may legally be carried in public or for self-defence, or a recommendation to use it against another person.

Applicable laws may differ according to blade length, locking mechanism, intended use, location, manner of transport and surrounding circumstances. Misuse may cause serious injury, death, property damage or legal consequences.

The knife must be transported securely, kept folded when not in use and stored away from children and unauthorised persons.

This notice does not exclude or limit any statutory consumer rights or legal obligations that cannot lawfully be excluded.

FAQ

Glossary

• Sheffield Clip Point: Broad clip-point blade profile with a defined tip and practical curved cutting edge.
• 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel: High-carbon stainless steel valued for toughness, corrosion resistance and ease of sharpening.
• Rocker Lock: Folding-knife lock that uses a pivoting locking bar to secure the blade in the open position.
• Secondary Safety: Additional mechanism designed to reduce the chance of unintended lock release.
• GFN: Glass-filled nylon, a strong, lightweight and moisture-resistant synthetic handle material.
• Thumb Stud: Small projection on the blade used to support manual opening.
• Clip Point: Blade profile in which part of the spine slopes or curves towards the tip.
• Plain Edge: Continuous sharpened cutting edge without serrations.
• Ambidextrous Clip: Pocket clip configurable for left- or right-handed carry.

Manufacturer & GPSR Information

Manufacturer:
GSM Outdoors, LLC
5250 Frye Road
Irving, TX 75061
United States

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Responsible Person in the EU:
Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG
Gehrn 4
25596 Wacken
Germany