Reviving the legendary tactical brilliance of the 19th-century Zulu nation popularized under King Shaka, the Cold Steel Zulu Assegai Spear delivers an overbuilt, long-shafted throwing and hunting platform. Unlike shorter, close-quarters thrusting variants, this specialized configuration pairs a devastating 13.33-inch cold-forged spearhead with a full-length 6-foot, 9.5-inch premium American ash shaft. Engineered specifically to optimize long-distance aerodynamics, high-velocity flight stability, and deep target penetration, the Assegai transforms raw throwing leverage into an unyielding survival tool built for hunting large game, long-range defensive drills, and rugged backcountry utility.
The professional-grade spearhead is meticulously stamped from premium SK-5 medium carbon tool steel, a highly regarded alloy celebrated for its exceptional impact toughness, high tensile strength, and structural memory under sudden stress. To ensure absolute operational resilience, the broad 2.5-inch wide blade undergoes an advanced cold-forging and heat-treatment cycle, drawing the steel to a specialized spring temper that forces the blade to flex safely under extreme lateral pressure rather than snap or shatter against rigid obstacles. The premium American ash wood pole provides an unyielding, straight-grain handle matrix that naturally dampens extreme vibration while absorbing high-velocity rotational impacts without splitting.
Operational supremacy is anchored by a traditional friction-fit socket attachment system, reinforced by dual heavy-duty wood screws that lock the carbon steel head directly into the tapered neck of the ash wood pole to eliminate vertical play or wobble during high-velocity launches. The broad, leaf-shaped blade profile cuts clean, wide wound channels on impact, driven forward by the balanced weight distribution of the 12.8-ounce head assembly. For secure storage and trail transport, this full-length throwing spear comes equipped with an ultra-rugged black Secure-Ex molded polymer sheath, utilizing heavy-duty perimeter eyelets and a secure nylon retention snap strap to keep the razor-sharp cutting perimeters fully enclosed.
Assembly and Configuration Advisory: The Zulu Assegai Spear ships unassembled to ensure safe transit, requiring the user to securely mount the steel socket onto the tapered ash shaft using the included hardware. This specific 95ES long-shaft version is optimized for distance throwing, differentiating it from the shorter 95FS stabbing model.
Key Benefits
- Spring-Tempered SK-5 Tool Steel: High-grade carbon steel head is precision drawn to a spring temper to bend under severe stress instead of snapping.
- Full-Length Throwing Leverage: Extended 81.5-inch premium ash pole provides exceptional aerodynamic balance and rotational velocity for long-range target throwing.
- Heavy-Duty Socket Assembly: Twin wood-screw fastening system creates an immovable steel-to-wood bond that prevents head slippage during hard impacts.
- Broad Leaf-Shaped Geometry: Generous 2.5-inch wide blade profile delivers devastating piercing and cutting capability for hunting applications.
- Secure-Ex Tactical Sheath: Molded high-impact polymer guard features a rugged nylon snap enclosure to shield the broad edges during transport.
- Premium American Ash Haft: Straight-grain wood handle provides outstanding structural rigidity while naturally resisting cracking under high impact.
The Cold Steel Zulu Assegai Spear features a 13.33-inch SK-5 medium carbon tool steel leaf-shaped head with a black protective finish and a 2mm thickness. This modern long-range throwing spear utilizes an 81.50-inch premium American ash wood shaft secured via a mechanical twin-screw socket system. It comes equipped with a black Secure-Ex molded polymer sheath with a nylon snap strap, measures 6 feet 9.5 inches overall, and features a 12.80-ounce head weight.
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