Like its serpent namesake, the Cold Steel Knife - Tai Pan is sleek and beautiful. Designed by Lynn C. Thompson in the distinctive "Tanto" style. The Tai Pan features a sturdy spear point which is wide and thick enough to resist breaking. The Tai Pan's razor sharp twin edges offer twice the cutting power of a single edged knife.

The balance point of the Tai Pan is just behind the guard for a slightly "handle heavy" feel that is ideal for handling yet remains "lively" in the hand. As with the Tanto, the Tai Pan features a tapered, black Kraton handle with a unique flattened oval cross section. Over time, this material and handle shape have proven ideal at preventing the knife from shifting or turning in the hand even under the worst circumstances. Meticulously fashioned from 300 series stainless steel, the traditional style tsuba and bolster offer both added safety and beauty. The Tai Pan comes complete with a high quality black leather sheath.