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PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED AND USED KNIFE, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual, previously purchased and used
* Condition: Good overall condition, with evident signs of age and use
* Commercial availability: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Resharpened
* Marks on blade: Present, with scratches, abrasions and surface dulling consistent with age and use
* Marks on handle: Present, with natural patina and signs of use on the stacked leather washers
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present, original leather sheath, heavily used and showing signs of age
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The SOG S1 Bowie Vietnam 5th Special Forces Group is one of the most representative knives in the history of SOG Specialty Knives and the model with which the American brand began its production during the second half of the 1980s. Made in Seki, Japan, the S1 was created as a tribute to the famous knives used by members of the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group (MACV-SOG) during the Vietnam War.

It is important to distinguish the S1 from the original “sterile” military knives actually used operationally during the conflict: the commercial SOG model instead reproduces the commemorative configuration of the famous MACV-SOG Bowie, featuring the U.S. Army Special Forces crest on the blade together with the marking “VIETNAM 5th SPECIAL FORCES GROUP”. This strong historical identity, combined with the quality of Japanese manufacturing, has made it one of the most recognizable and sought-after vintage SOG knives among collectors.

Production was entrusted to Ichiro Hattori in Seki, one of the most important names in Japanese knifemaking. The substantial Bowie blade is made from SK-5 carbon steel, hardened to approximately 57-58 HRC, with the characteristic dark gun-blue finish combined with polished surfaces. The handle uses traditional stacked leather washers stabilized with epoxy resin, completed by a sturdy metal guard and pommel.

This example features the classic SOG Specialty Knives logo on one side of the ricasso and, on the opposite side, the markings “SEKI-JAPAN”, the Special Forces crest and the inscription “VIETNAM 5th SPECIAL FORCES GROUP”. It is also accompanied by its original black leather sheath, complete with sharpening stone pocket and a large Special Forces crest embossed on the lower section. The original period identification label is still present on the back of the sheath.

The example offered here comes from a private collection and has actually been used. The blade shows scratches, abrasions and surface marks, both on the blued and polished areas; the leather handle has developed a noticeable patina and shows wear consistent with its age. The original sheath is also heavily used, with leather wear, marks and widespread abrasions. Its condition should therefore be considered good in relation to its age and nature, but it should not be compared with a display-grade or NOS example.

These very characteristics tell the story of an authentic SOG S1 made in Seki: a knife that, regardless of its cosmetic condition, retains all the appeal of one of the founding models of the brand and today represents a particularly significant piece for a collection dedicated to American military knives and Japanese SOG production from the 1980s and 1990s.

Intended use: Military / Collection
Production type: Industrial
Model: S1 Bowie - Vietnam 5th Special Forces Group
Country of manufacture: Seki - Japan
Model production period: 1986 - 2005
Blade: SK-5 carbon steel
Hardness: 57-58 HRC
Blade finish: Gun-blue / polished
Blade profile: Bowie
Edge: Plain
Handle: Stacked leather washers stabilized with epoxy resin
Guard and pommel: Metal
Blade length: Approx. 159mm
Blade thickness: Approx. 7.1mm
Overall length: Approx. 273mm
Weight: Approx. 349g
Sheath: Original black leather sheath with sharpening stone pocket and Special Forces crest
Notes: Previously purchased and used knife, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, NOS (new old stock), never used or removed from its original box
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Sheath: Present and perfect
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Created in 1986 as the second official model of the newly formed SOG Specialty Knives, the S2 Trident is not just a knife, but a bridge between the past and the present. Designed in honor of the Navy SEALs and special units that operated in Vietnam, it draws direct inspiration from the legendary MACV-SOG knives of the 1960s, “sterilized” and lethal tools used in the most secret missions of the conflict.

Produced during the company's golden age in Seki, Japan, the Trident combines elegant lines and combat functionality: a thick, balanced AUS-8 steel Bowie blade with impeccable satin finish; ergonomic and durable black micarta stacked washer handle; and the engraved Navy SEAL symbol, a seal of belonging to an elite group. The leather sheath with sharpening stone completes a package designed for operators and collectors.

The S2 Trident is the most refined tribute to SOG's operational past: a homage to the military tradition of Vietnam reinterpreted with Japanese craftsmanship. Today, with a very high rarity index, it is considered one of the most sought-after pieces by military knife collectors, not only for its build quality, but for the history embodied in its blade.

Intended use: Military / Collection

Type of production: industrial
Country of production: Seki - Japan
Blade: AUS-8 stainless steel
Blade finish: Satin
Handle: Stacked micarta rings
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6 mm.
Total length: 278 mm.
Balance: rearward, 1 cm from the guard
Weight: 312 g.
Sheath: leather with pocket for sharpening stone (included)
Notes: previously purchased knife from a private collection

The USMC Fighter model is our modern and improved version of the classic multi-purpose knife made famous by the United States Marines.

This fixed blade is 6.5mm thick and made of CPM-S35VN sintered stainless steel with Black DLC treatment, measures nearly 30cm. in total length, has G-10 grips with a three-dimensional machined surface, a two-piece Titanium guard with DLC treatment, and a billet Titanium pommel with DLC treatment.

This unique full tang design has all the advantages of a classic slide-over construction without compromising strength, as would be expected from a Medford! With handcrafted brown leather sheath, it is a true 21st century combat knife.

Intended Use: Tactical/Collection

Type of manufacture: MidTech
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Full tang, CPM-S35VN steel
Blade Finish: Black DLC
Handle: Titanium Guard and Pommel, and G10 three-dimensionally machined grips
Blade Length: 170mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 295mm.
Balance: set back 1cm from the guard branch
Weight: 508g.
Sheath: leather, belt, for vertical carry, handcrafted
Packaging: nylon pouch, with zipper closure and Medford logos, certificates of warranty and authenticity, cardboard box
Notes: designed and built by Greg Medford

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available Discontinued; Company no longer in operation as of 2017.
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: Normal marks, found on all Strider models with Tiger Stripe finish.
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Originally sold unboxed
* Scabbard: Original, in Khaki-colored Cordura, by Eagle USA.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties:Originally sold without certificates or warranties.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



Intended Use: Tactical / Collection

Type of manufacture:Midtech
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S30V
Blade Finish: Tiger Stripe
Handle: Black G-10 with GG (Gunner Grip) pattern
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Total length: 298mm.
Weight: 353g.
Sheath: Khaki, cordura, by Eagle USA
Packaging: -
Notes: 2010 specimen in very good condition - Shows small scuff marks on the Tiger Stripe finish, which is common with any Strider model made with this matte blade finish - Strider knives have always been offered by the company without any box, packaging, manual or certificate - This historic company ceased operations in 2017, after a 25-year career - Mick Strider, the company's previous founding partner, is still in business and dedicated solely to making custom knives.

The Buck 124 was originally designed in 1966 as a dive combat knife called the Nemo. The model then went into production in 1967 and was offered with either a dive sheath (NEMO) or a leather sheath (FRONTIERSMAN). The knife was the same and has remained so to this day.

In the 1960s about 300 examples were produced and they had black phenolic handles with white Teflon spacers. Then in the 1970s it had a fluctuating production, with very poor sales numbers, until in '73 it was offered with a "Buckarta" (Micarta) handle and began to find favor with the public, with over 10000 examples sold until the early 1980s. Until 1983 model production remained high, and in 1984 a version of the FRONTIERSMAN with a Pakkawood handle was introduced; the 1984 version did not have the patent logos engraved, the 1985 version had the patent engravings, and from 1986 the knife began to have the production date engraved on the blade.

Therefore, our proposed model is from 1984.

Knife withdrawn from private collection - Classic Buck model dating from 1984, first series with wooden handle - Overall in very good condition, with no particular noticeable marks, with a few small scratches on aluminum guard and pommel - Scabbard in excellent condition - Original factory sharpening, but underperforming - Lacking box and certificates - Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory.

Intended Use: Hunting / Utility / Multirole / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: full tang, 425M stainless steel
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: Pakkawood
Blade length: 159mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Total length: 300mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 377g.
Sheath: black leather
Packaging: absent
Notes: knife withdrawn from private collection, 1984 specimen, overall in very good condition

Intended use: Outdoor / Tactical

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: A2 steel
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 7mm.
Total length: 315mm.
Balancing: advanced
Weight: 480g.
Sheath: In leather
Packaging: Cardboard box with Bark River logos
Note: -
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modern version of the classic USMC produced by Medford

Intended use: Tactical / Collection

Type of production: Custom
Lama production: U.s.a
Blade: S35VN steel
Blade treatment: S35VN
Handle: G10 3-D surfaced multi-colored
Blade length: 165mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 290mm.
Balancing: set back 1.5 cm on the guard branch
Weight: 488g.
Sheath: custom in leather
Packaging: nylon case, with zip closure and Medford logos
Notes: Designed and built by Greg Medford

Intended use: hard utility / survival

Type of production: industrial seeds
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-S35VN stainless steel
Blade finish: stone washed
Handle: micarta
Blade length: 147mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 273mm.
Balancing: coinciding with the lower guard branch
Weight: 408g.
Sheath: in leather
Notes: Design by Tom Brown - used in the film The Hunted with Benicio Del Toro - Limited edition edition to celebrate the 20 years of production of the model - Each knife is numbered and accompanied by a certificate of guarantee and authenticity

Uso Consigliato: verdura, carne cruda, pesce

Produzione: Idaho, USA
Lama: in acciaio inox CPM-S35VN con finitura Silver PVD
Taglio: di tipo asimmetrico, non adatta a mancini
Lunghezza Lama: 165mm.
Lunghezza Totale: 286mm.
Impugnatura: Ultem 1000 (un particolare polimero incredibilmente resistente ad abrasioni e ad alte temperature)
Spessore Lama: 3.8mm.
Peso: 179g.

Introducing the new Model 451 full-tang fixed blade field knife, designed and made by Freeman Outdoor Gear LLC.

The CerakoteTM coated LSS PGK steel drop point blade features a main flat grind with a thick secondary swedge for maximum toughness and piercing ability.

The exposed pommel with jimping acts as a flat hammering surface and includes a lanyard attachment hole sized for the included 550 cord lanyard. 

The blade is heat treated and double tempered to a hardness of 59-61 Rc and the cutting edge is ground razor sharp at a 40 degree included angle (20 degrees per side).

The handle scales are CNC machined from tough G-10 or optional Canvas Micarta with milled grooves for a secure and comfortable grip. The handle shape provides an ergonomic and balanced grip for use in multiple positions. Enhanced parrot's beak pommel and lower front guard aid in blade retention during chopping. Stainless steel hardware locks all the components into place.

Included is a Spec-Ops Brand fabric sheath with thermoformed puncture-proof kydex lining.

This is a premium 100% US-made field knife designed to excel in multiple cutting chores under the most demanding conditions.

Specifications:

Knife Name:  Model 451 Chopper

Designer:  Jeff Freeman

Overall Length: 11.8"

Blade Length: 6.5”

Blade Thickness:  3/16”

Blade Steel:  LSS PGK

 Blade Hardness:  59-61 HRC

Blade Style:  Full-Tang Fixed Blade, Drop Point

Coating: CerakoteTM Ceramic Firearms Coating

Handle Material: Machined G-10 or Canvas Micarta

Sheath Material: Spec-Ops Brand Basic Modular Sheath

Knife Weight: 0.66 LBS

Note from Jeff: Before joining the US Army, I worked for 5 seasons as a wildland firefighter based out of Sweet Home, Oregon. While there, I battled scores of wildfires throughout Oregon and the Western United States with a very skilled, hard-working and dedicated group of young men and women. My crew's radio dispatch call sign was "451". 

I've named this knife family the "Model 451" in honor of those crew mates past and present that put it all on the line for the protection of our wildlands.

Introducing the new Model 451 full-tang fixed blade field knife, designed and made by Freeman Outdoor Gear LLC.

The CerakoteTM coated LSS PGK steel drop point blade features a main flat grind with a thick secondary swedge for maximum toughness and piercing ability.

The exposed pommel with jimping acts as a flat hammering surface and includes a lanyard attachment hole sized for the included 550 cord lanyard. 

The blade is heat treated and double tempered to a hardness of 59-61 Rc and the cutting edge is ground razor sharp at a 40 degree included angle (20 degrees per side).

The handle scales are CNC machined from tough G-10 or optional Canvas Micarta with milled grooves for a secure and comfortable grip. The handle shape provides an ergonomic and balanced grip for use in multiple positions. Enhanced parrot's beak pommel and lower front guard aid in blade retention during chopping. Stainless steel hardware locks all the components into place.

Included is a Spec-Ops Brand fabric sheath with thermoformed puncture-proof kydex lining.

This is a premium 100% US-made field knife designed to excel in multiple cutting chores under the most demanding conditions.

Specifications:

Knife Name:  Model 451 Chopper

Designer:  Jeff Freeman

Overall Length: 11.8"

Blade Length: 6.5”

Blade Thickness:  3/16”

Blade Steel:  LSS PGK

 Blade Hardness:  59-61 HRC

Blade Style:  Full-Tang Fixed Blade, Drop Point

Coating: CerakoteTM Ceramic Firearms Coating

Handle Material: Machined G-10 or Canvas Micarta

Sheath Material: Spec-Ops Brand Basic Modular Sheath

Knife Weight: 0.66 LBS

Note from Jeff: Before joining the US Army, I worked for 5 seasons as a wildland firefighter based out of Sweet Home, Oregon. While there, I battled scores of wildfires throughout Oregon and the Western United States with a very skilled, hard-working and dedicated group of young men and women. My crew's radio dispatch call sign was "451". 

I've named this knife family the "Model 451" in honor of those crew mates past and present that put it all on the line for the protection of our wildlands.