The latest in the Windlass Cobra Steel line is this survival knife based on the deadly Spartan Short Sword. The blade on the Lakonia was shorter than other classical Greek swords and the Spartans said it was to bring them ”one step closer to the enemy.” Hard rubber scales on a full profile tang. Includes a leather scabbard.
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| Overall Length | 20'' |
| Blade Length | 14 5/8'' |
| Weight | 1 lb 5.4 oz |
| Edge | Sharp |
| Width | 58.4 mm |
| Thickness | 4.5 mm - 3.7 mm |
| Pommel | Integrated |
| P.O.B. | 2 5/8'' |
| Grip Length | 4'' |
| Blade | [X46Cr14 Stainless Steel] |
| Type | Xiphos |
| Class | Battle Ready |
| Manufacturer | Windlass Steelcrafts |
| Country of Origin | India |
6 reviews for Cobra Steel Lakonia
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Common Questions
X46Cr14 stainless steel.
Blade length is 14 5/8 inches; overall length is 20 inches.
Weight is 1 lb 5.4 oz with a point of balance at 2 5/8 inches from the guard.
Yes, it comes sharpened.
Hard rubber handle scales on a full-profile tang; integrated pommel.
Yes, a leather scabbard is included.
It is based on the Lakonia/Greek xiphos short sword associated with Spartan use.
Made in India by Windlass Steelcrafts.
Width is 58.4 mm; thickness tapers from 4.5 mm to 3.7 mm; leaf-shaped profile with a sharp point.
Classed as battle ready with a durable stainless blade and full tang, making it suitable for light cutting and outdoor utility; always use proper safety and local laws.
Larry L. –
LL This is a nice little sword. It takes a good edge and chops very well as it is a stout little blade but still lively in the hand. The only negatives i give this thing is the sheath and the rubber grips. I would give this blade five stars if windlass would just forget the cheap scabbards and put nice wood handle scales on it instead.
Sean P. –
I like it Tough little sword. Sharp, light and handy, durable, solidly made, low price, and it looks cool for all that. It’ll make a great Christmas present for my older brother. My only small complaint is the one I received is asymmetrical, The leaf curve is slightly yet noticeably more pronounced on one side than the other. This doesn’t effect the functionality of the blade but I do tend to cut more with the more pronounced edge. I don’t know if this is a windlass issue or from KoA but I would hope to see this fixed for future blades (especially since I might get one of these for myself ;D) Also the sheath isn’t great but it certainly does its job
Billy –
Review for the stainless version I wanted this really bad back in the day, especially when I found out it was made of carbon steel. I waited too long, and then they changed the steel to stainless. I wasn’t sure if I wanted it after that, but I decided to pull the trigger anyway. I’m glad I did. I got it over the holidays so I haven’t had a chance to do any cutting with it yet. But for anyone (like me) who was hesitant about it because of the switch to stainless, it’s not too bad. It does sharpen fairly easily. The polish is gorgeous. It’s a lot smaller in the hand when you finally hold it, but that’s ok. Once I do some chopping and cutting with it, I’ll come back and update the review. I’m holding back one star because I wish it was carbon, but I may add it once I’ve played around with it. Looks-wise, it’s a beauty.
Dr D (verified owner) –
Mine came last week. I bought this one, the United “combat Commander” and the Devils Edge Damascus Qama. Ok- by way of comparison, this one is shortest, the Devils Edge is longest, and the United CC split the difference. I really like all 3-no doubt. The United CC is thinner than the other two, metal-wise, and lighter. It being 1060 or whatever means it should be plenty tought- I don’t abuse my stuff. But yes- this one is my fave. The Devils Edge is gorgeous- prettier than I thought it’d be. Grip is fine, and the protruding studs on the one side make a GREAT place for your thumb, actually giving you more control of the blade tip. I have several swords besides these 3 “beaters” and I get SO sick of oiling them up. I have one from Zombie Tools, the 2 handed xiphos. I cut the s–t outa my hand, got 40+ stitches(last time I left it outa the sheat- lesson learned), but the wife put it in the scabbard, not me. I forgot about it. Now it’s rusty. It’s surface, it’ll rub-out mostly, n I like it, kinda. Point, though, I this one is stainless. Don’t worry- it’s small enough well tempered enough not to break-least mine hasn’t. Hope all that helped sum1. Buy whichever u like most. You CAN’T lose w/em this low-priced.
Eric Merrell –
I didn’t buy mine from this site. Love the blade. I put it through alot of punishment over the summer. Like every one else the rubber handle sucks. Good handle scale would work better….
Alexis Rodriguez (verified owner) –
Pros: The sheath is well fitted to the blade. The edge was sharp and took no damage after chopping wood. After bending the blade it returned to its straight form which means that the heat treatment was done well. The tip was good at thrusting.
Cons: The handle is rough and the tip of the blade was somewhat rounded.