Collection Knives: For Knife Collectors and Custom Knife Enthusiasts

The knife from Rambo: First Blood, the first installment in the series, is one of the most famous examples of a modern survival knife. Designed by master knife maker Jimmy Lile at the specific request of Sylvester Stallone, it was not intended as a simple prop, but as a real, functional and useful tool in an extreme survival context.

In the film, John Rambo is a former Green Beret veteran of Vietnam, an expert in guerrilla warfare and environmental adaptation. The knife becomes a symbol of his self-sufficiency: a sturdy blade, a serrated back for cutting wood and thin metal, a hollow handle with a waterproof seal to hold a small emergency kit (matches, string, hooks), and a flat pommel that can be used as a hammer or mallet. A sharpening stone was also integrated into the sheath, highlighting the philosophy of “don't depend on anything other than what you carry with you.”

The design of the Rambo 1 knife anticipates the myth of the lone hero capable of surviving against nature and man, and defines an aesthetic that would influence the production of survival knives for the entire following decade. Even today, the original Lile models are considered highly collectible items, testimony to the union between cinema and true knife-making artistry.

Intended use: Collection 
Blade: 420J2 stainless steel
Blade finish: Satin finish and gray coating
Handle: Hollow, made of die-cast aluminum, with the exterior wrapped in paracord; the rear has a screw cap with a bushing that allows access to the compartment containing all the survival accessories (windproof matches, needles, fish hooks, etc.).
Blade length: 225mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Handle length: 105 mm.
Total length: 349 mm.
Balance: Forward, 21 mm from the lower guard branch.
Weight: 418 g.
Sheath: Leather, with sharpening stone.
Notes: Limited and numbered edition with John Rambo's signature on the blade and sheath.

Kukri - Gurkha Army

Nepal's national weapon and its Gurkha warriors are distinguished by their sharp curved blade in the lathe and the weight shift towards the tip that allows very effective gaiters. The grip is straight, no guard. Characteristic is the ricotta (kauri) and the leather sheath covered with two small knives (karda and chakmak).

Blade: Carbon steel
Manicure: black polished horn
Blade length: 265 mm.
Blade thickness: 10 mm.
Total length: 390 mm.
Weight: g.
Sheath: leather and wood, handmade
Notes: Every knife is handmade in Nepal and also includes two small knives.

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 PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercial availability: Discontinued
* Sharpness: Factory-sharpened, could be improved
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Included
* Sheath: Included
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Included
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The SOG Forge FG01-L is a knife of extraordinary beauty and build quality, combining Japanese craftsmanship with modern production techniques.

The blade, forged using a hammering technique, features a unique texture that is one-of-a-kind for each piece. It is made of San Mai steel, with a VG-10 cutting edge and 420J2 outer layers, a combination that ensures an excellent balance between sharpness, edge retention, and durability.

The glass-reinforced nylon (GRN) handle is designed with perfectly contoured inserts to provide optimal balance and a secure, comfortable grip. The knife is complemented by an elegant premium leather sheath, enhanced with a colored fabric insert and a button closure.

Manufactured in Japan, the SOG Forge FG01-L evokes an era when honor and master craftsmanship were fundamental values. An object that is not merely a tool, but a true collector’s item destined to stand the test of time and be passed down from generation to generation.

Intended Use: Collectible / Sport

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Origin: Seki - Japan
Blade: SanMai laminated stainless steel with a VG-10 cutting edge and 420J2 outer layers, featuring a concave grind
Blade Finish: Hammered and Brut de Forge with a satin-finished portion of the cutting edge
Handle: Three-dimensionally shaped GRN (Glass Reinforced Nylon)
Blade Length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 5 mm.
Overall length: 275 mm.
Weight: 290 g.
Sheath: Leather, with an insert of fine Japanese fabric, which varies from sheath to sheath
Packaging: Cardboard box with SOG logos
Notes: Knife from a private collection, previously purchased

Discover the new Mcusta Damascus Tanto: a knife that combines the timeless elegance of traditional Japanese blades with top-tier modern performance.

Crafted from SPG-2 Powdered High Speed Tool Steel, it offers exceptional sharpness and superior edge retention. The Damascus blade, with a matte gray finish and hammered texture (tsuchime), immediately catches the eye and evokes authentic Japanese craftsmanship.

The handle, inspired by classic Japanese swords, is made of genuine stingray leather covered in black leather with a tsuka-maki-style wrap: a choice that blends tradition and innovation, ensuring a secure, stable, and comfortable grip. The full-tang construction guarantees strength and durability, while the perfect balance gives you total control in every use.

It is not just a knife, but a true piece of character, where precision and the samurai spirit meet.

Intended use: Collectible / Sport

Production type: industrial
Blade: full tang in laminated Damascus steel, with a central core of SPG2 at 61/62 HRC and outer layers of R-2
Blade finish: hammered (Tsuchime)
Country of manufacture: Japan
Handle: genuine stingray leather (Samekawa) grip with Tsuka-Maki leather wrapping (Tsuka-Gawa)
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 4.2 mm.
Overall length: 285 mm.
Weight: 215 g.
Sheath: leather, belt-mounted, for vertical carry
Packaging: box made of Paulownia wood, with manufacturer’s logos
Notes: -

The knife from Rambo: First Blood Part II — often called the “Mission” or “Rambo II knife” — is the work of master American knife maker Jimmy Lile.

Created at the request of Sylvester Stallone, the model was designed not as a simple movie prop but as a real survival knife: a long, sturdy blade, partially serrated back, and handle designed for prolonged use and to hold small emergency accessories. 

Lile's design, much more aggressive than the knife in the first film, emphasizes the character's transformation into an even more operational and autonomous figure in the field.

The film, released in 1985 and directed by George P. Cosmatos, helped transform this knife into a popular icon: from a functional tool to a symbol of adventure and resilience.

Intended use: Collection 
Blade: 420J2 stainless steel
Blade finish: Satin finish and black coating
Handle: Hollow, made of die-cast aluminum, with the exterior wrapped in paracord; the rear has a screw cap with a bushing that allows access to the compartment containing all the survival accessories (windproof matches, needles, fish hooks, etc.)
Blade length: 10.5 inches.
Blade thickness: 0.2 inches.
Handle length: 100 mm.
Total length: 385 mm.
Balance: Forward, 2 cm from the lower guard branch.
Weight: 505 g.
Sheath: Leather, with diamond sharpener. 
Notes: Limited and numbered edition with John Rambo's signature on the blade and sheath.

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

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Iconic knife handmade in 2021, withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: in excellent condition, unused and kept solely in a collection
* Available on the market: Currently out of catalog and cannot be ordered/obtained from the craftsman
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: in excellent condition, with signature and date of manufacture
* Manuals, Certificates, and Guarantees: Certificate of guarantee and authenticity with date and technical data of the model
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

THE LEGEND
Jimmy Lile (1933–1991), known as “The Arkansas Knifesmith,” was one of the most important American knife makers of the 20th century. Born in Russellville, Arkansas, he made his first knife at the age of 11 and devoted himself professionally to knife making in 1971.

He is famous for the legendary Rambo knives, designed for real use with 440C blades, hollow handles, and innovative details. He was president of the Knifemakers' Guild, and his works were commissioned by presidents and celebrities.

He died in 1991, leaving a legacy of the highest caliber in custom and collectible knives.

THE PRESENT
Today, the Lile Knives, LLC brand is owned by John Hill of McKinney, Texas. In the 1980s, John was already collaborating with Bob Rankin on the sale of original Rambo knives, and in 2003 he co-authored a book dedicated to Lile's work.

After Jimmy's death, John maintained a strong relationship with Marilyn (Lile) Miller and purchased the Lile brand from her to continue producing high-quality replicas of the movie knives, adhering to custom knife standards and guaranteeing Marilyn royalties.

Since 2011, John Hill has been collaborating with Vaughn Neeley, former owner of Timberline Knives, to produce limited editions of Rambo knives that are prized by collectors. Today, Vaughn produces the entire new “Cerakote™ Series,” while the “Utility Series” is produced under his supervision, keeping alive the tradition and quality of Jimmy Lile's original models.

THE KNIFE
“The Mission” is one of the most iconic survival knives ever made, born from Jimmy Lile's vision to combine extreme functionality and military design.

Featuring a stainless steel blade finished entirely with bead-blasting to eliminate reflections, this model combines tactical aesthetics and real performance.

The back is equipped with aggressive serrations, while the hollow handle, wrapped in paracord, integrates a compass and allows for the transport of small tools.

The multifunction guard features screwdriver tips, making it a complete survival tool. Produced in a limited edition, “The Mission” represents the perfect synthesis between a combat knife, field tool, and collector's item.

Intended use: Collection / Survival

Type of production: entirely handmade
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-154CM stainless steel
Blade treatment: Titanium Grey Cerakote
Handle: 316 stainless steel, hollow, waterproof, paracord coated; 316 stainless steel through guard; screw-in aluminum tang with integrated glass breaker and Pyser Optics NATO internal compass
Blade length: 253mm.
Blade thickness: 7 mm.
Total length: 393 mm.
Weight: 573 g.
Sheath: black leather, belt-mounted, for vertical carry, with craftsman's signature and date of manufacture
Packaging: supplied with warranty certificate with date of manufacture and technical details
Notes: iconic knife used in the Rambo films, entirely handmade, with LILE logos and serial number. Previously purchased, never used, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased, from a private collection.
* Condition: in very good condition, never actually used, with slight signs of time
* Commercially available rare bowie from the 70s/80s discontinued and no longer available
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: A few small marks due to time.
* Marks on handle: A few small marks due to time
* Box: Present, but lacking the green foam inner liners, which have deteriorated over time
* Scabbard: Present, in very good condition, marked “Western Germany”
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Puma 6356 Original Bowie - A Unique Collector's Knife

The Puma 12 6356 is a remarkable vintage hunting knife known for its sturdiness, quality workmanship and excellent durability. Made in Germany from Pumaster steel, a high-performance alloy steel, this knife offers an ideal combination of hardness, wear resistance, and reliability. Pumaster approaches the performance of modern steels such as D2, with a similar composition that includes good carbon and chromium content. Although it does not reach the hardness of modern ultra-high performance steels, Pumaster is still able to maintain an exceptional edge over the long term, showing superior corrosion resistance compared to pure carbon steels such as 1095 or C75.

With a blade measuring nearly 10 inches long and an overall length of more than 15 inches, the Puma 12 6356 is an imposing knife that does not go unnoticed. Its nickel silver through-guard and rosewood handle give the knife a sophisticated look, while the quality of its craftsmanship ensures durable performance. 

This specimen, which appears to have never been used, is in excellent condition and is complete with its original box and leather sheath - special feature of the latter is that it is still marked “Western Germany,” which dates it pre-1986.

It is an ideal choice for any collector. Not only a high-quality hunting knife, but a true collector's item for fans of vintage Puma items.

Intended Use: Collectible / Vintage / Hunting

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of manufacture: West Germany (pre-1986)
Blade: integral, Pumaster steel (a tool steel very simle to today's D2)
Blade finish: mirror polish
Handle: nickel silver through-guard and Rosewood riveted handle
Blade length: 255m.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 386mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 555g.
Sheath: leather
Packaging: wooden case, lacking interior linings (deteriorated with time)
Notes: rare Vintage knife late 1970s, early 1980s - previously purchased, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Collected from a private individual, previously purchased.
* Condition: Never used, absolutely like new
* Commercially available: Still in production, hard to find
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Marketed by manufacturer without a box
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

This replica of Major Von Tempsky's 6.5” Bowie knife is inspired by the design of the knife he created and assigned to his company of Forest Rangers in 1863.

Gustavus Ferdinand von Tempsky (1828-1868) was a German-born adventurer, soldier and artist, known for his role in the New Zealand Wars and for his leadership among the Forest Rangers. His adventurous life and courage made him a legendary figure, particularly in the context of battles between European settlers and Māori peoples.

He learned the advantages of Bowie knife fighting in California during his stint as a prospector, where he had acquired an excellent American-made knife; once he arrived in New Zealand and found himself in charge of Forest Ranger Company No. 2 with the rank of major, he had about 30 Bowie knives made for his men according to his personal design by a blacksmith in Shortland St. Auckland. The Forest Rangers were an elite corps of mounted scouts employed by the colonial government between August 1863 and October 1867 during the New Zealand Wars.

At the time, knives were made of wagon spring steel, one of the few steels available to blacksmiths in Auckland in 1863, and Von Tempsky, an experienced fighter, taught his men the use of the Bowie knife in hand-to-hand combat. The knife was used to defend against enemy blows while a pistol was usually held in the other hand.

In addition to combat, Bowie knives were used to open paths in the forest, dig defensive positions, cut firewood, and for general use while camping.

Use: Heavy Duty / Collection

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of manufacture: New Zealand
Blade: full tang made of 8670 spring steel, high carbon content
Blade Finish: Direct heat treatment, which goes to create special color play on the blade
Handle: Wenge wood with carbon steel through-guard
Blade length: 165mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 283mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 600g.
Sheath: leather
Packaging: unwrapped, sold certificate of warranty and authenticity
Notes: previously purchased knife, never used, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Collected from a private individual, previously purchased.
* Condition: Never used, absolutely like new
* Commercially available: Still in production, hard to find
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Marketed by manufacturer without a box
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

This replica of Major Von Tempsky's 11” Bowie knife is inspired by the design of the knife he created and assigned to his company of Forest Rangers in 1863.

Gustavus Ferdinand von Tempsky (1828-1868) was a German-born adventurer, soldier and artist, known for his role in the New Zealand Wars and for his leadership among the Forest Rangers. His adventurous life and courage made him a legendary figure, particularly in the context of battles between European settlers and Māori peoples.

He learned the advantages of Bowie knife fighting in California during his stint as a prospector, where he had acquired an excellent American-made knife; once he arrived in New Zealand and found himself in charge of Forest Ranger Company No. 2 with the rank of major, he had about 30 Bowie knives made for his men according to his personal design by a blacksmith in Shortland St. Auckland. The Forest Rangers were an elite corps of mounted scouts employed by the colonial government between August 1863 and October 1867 during the New Zealand Wars.

At the time, knives were made of wagon spring steel, one of the few steels available to blacksmiths in Auckland in 1863, and Von Tempsky, an experienced fighter, taught his men the use of the Bowie knife in hand-to-hand combat. The knife was used to defend against enemy blows while a pistol was usually held in the other hand.

In addition to combat, Bowie knives were used to open paths in the forest, dig defensive positions, cut firewood, and for general use while camping.

Use: Heavy Duty / Collection

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of manufacture: New Zealand
Blade: full tang made of 8670 spring steel, high carbon content
Blade Finish: Direct heat treatment, which goes to create special color play on the blade
Handle: Wenge wood with S-shaped carbon steel through-guard
Blade length: 280mm.
Blade thickness: 7mm.
Total length: 425mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 925g.
Sheath: leather
Packaging: unwrapped, sold certificate of warranty and authenticity
Notes: previously purchased knife, never used, 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

Extrema Ratio, on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of COM.FO.SE., presents a version in a limited series of only 70 pieces, "A.S.F.K. X BRIGATAE ANNIVERSARIUM LIMITED EDITION". 

A.S.F.K. (Assault Special Forces Knife) is the dagger dedicated to and acquired by the Army Special Forces Command. This model recalls the tradition of arditism and the bloody trench battles punctuated by assaults with a bladed weapon. A.S.F.K. is a trench knife reimagined with a modern twist.

A.S.F.K. X BRIGATAE ANNIVERSARIUM LIMITED EDITION comes in an IP67-certified watertight Polypropylene technical case with pressurization valve that is weatherproof, dustproof and shockproof. Inside is a metal plate with the numbering of the series limited to only 70 pieces.

Intended Use: Tactical/Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Stainless steel N690Co 58HRC
Blade finish: Burnishing Geotech Camo
Handle: Forprene
Blade Length: 162mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Overall length: 289mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 413g.
Sheath: cordura, M.O.L.L.E. compatible.
Packaging: thermoplastic collectible case with logos 
Notes: limited and numbered edition made in only 70 pieces

KNIFE FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Good
* Commercially available No
* Sharpening: Original
* Marks on the blade: Some scratches on the pommel, blade and guard in very good condition
* Marks on handle: Some assembly inaccuracies near the pommel, adhesive residues
* Packaging: NO
* Scabbard: Leather, handcrafted, original with some marks due to age and storage
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: YES
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Knife handcrafted by Master C.IC. (Corporazione Italiana Coltellinai - Italian Knife-makers Guild) Livio Montagna. Reproduction of one of the various versions of the Arkansas Toothpick, legendary frontier knife of the American 1800s. Famous, often infamous, it generally has a 30 to 50 cm blade, rather narrow and sometimes symmetrical, dagger-style. Used mainly for hunting and personal defence.

Livio Montagna's version is aesthetically very similar to the Toothpick used in Expandables 2.

The knife is distinguished by an excellent overall balance, allowing control and precision in use. The finish is of a good standard.

Intended use: hunting / collection

Type of production: handcrafted
Country of production: Italy
Blade: hardened 440C steel at 58/59 HRC
Blade finish: satin finish
Handle: Ebony - 416 stainless steel guard and pommel
Blade length: 305mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 445mm.
Weight: 722g. (960g. including scabbard)
Sheath: Handcrafted, leather, hand-stitched
Packaging: NO
Notes: -

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.

KNIFE WITHDRAWAL FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased
* Conditions: Like new
* Commercially available: Out of production, model dating back to the 90s
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: No
* Marks on the handle: No
* Box: without box
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our internal laboratory

Intended use: Collection / Vintage

Type of production: artisanal
Country of production: Germany
Blade: stainless steel
Blade finish: satin finish
Handle: ABS with metal parts
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Total length: 185mm.
Balancing: backward
Weight: 130g.
Sheath: -
Packaging: -
Notes: Vintage 90s knife

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

Iconic knife produced by Puma and dating back to the late 1980s, characterized by a then very modern line and a very advanced steel for the time (154CM).  Knife withdrawn from private collection - Overall in very good condition - Never used, never sharpened, still with factory sharpening - A few small marks on the right side handle, in concomitance with the sheath that goes to hook the knife through a pin that tends to irreparably rub the handle itself - Supplied with original wooden case and leather sheath - Checked and certified by our internal laboratory Coltelleria Collini

Intended use: Collection / Vintage / Tactical

Type of production: handcrafted
Country of manufacture: Germany
Blade: stainless steel 154CM
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: Integral, stainless steel and Micarta
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 290mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 285g.
Sheath: leather
Packaging: wooden case
Notes: 1980s Vintage knife - Limited edition of only 500 pieces, numbered on the blade, specimen 170 of 550 - Knife withdrawn from private collection globally in excellent condition

Japanese steel blends with Italian excellence

For this 2020 collaboration, exclusive of Collini Cutlery, we have decided to propose a series of best sellers produced by Extrema Ratio. Knives made with the famous San Mai steel produced by the Japanese Takefu Steel. Specifically, we used V-Toku2 carbonaceous at 62 / 63HRC for the central plate and SUS410 stainless steel for the two external plates, in order to guarantee a very high cutting capacity, penetration and sealing of the wire together with an ease of re-sharpening. and maintenance but at the same time the blade has a remarkable resistance to corrosion and an important increase in resilience given by the type of external steel and by the laminated structure.

Col Moschin model: for this First Production Run a run of 11 pieces was produced, numbered from 1 to 11.

Special purpose cutting knife, specially developed for the 9th Col Moschin Parachute Assault Regiment, elite unit of the Folgore brigade.

Use: tactical, sports, hiking, collection

Blade: integral, in laminated Japanese steel (San Mai) with V-Toku2 (carbonaceous) cutting edge at 62 / 63HRC and external SUS410 (stainless steel) scales
Handle: forprene
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 290mm.
Balance: set back to 0.5cm. from the guard branch
Weight: 265g.
Sheath: modular tactical, from thigh or belt, in Nylon
Notes: Numbered edition - cardboard box with Extremaratio logos and certificate - being the cutting edge in carbon steel it is advisable, in order to keep the blade in perfect condition, to protect the edge with a light surface of oil.

As in the ancient Japanese Samurai swords.

Rolled steel - imported into Italy by Collini Steel directly from Japanese Takefu Steel - is based on the ancient Japanese tradition in the creation of the famous Samurai swords. In fact, as early as 1100 the expert Japanese blacksmiths combined different materials together to give the Katana swords incredible cutting capabilities combined with a resistance and flexibility previously unknown. It is thanks to this revolutionary construction technique that Samurai swords have been preserved to this day, becoming one of the most fascinating objects made by man. Following this tradition applied to modern metallurgy, today we are able to have technologically advanced steels already tested and used in cutlery also by famous brands such as Fallkniven, Cold Steel, Mcusta, Kai, Sog, Zwilling, Rockstead, etc.

Characteristics of San Mai steel: These are different types of metals bonded together to create a composite that encloses and intensifies the strengths of the metals individually taken:

- Longer tool life
thanks to the use of very high quality steels with high carbon content (VG10, CoS, Shiro) or sintered (SPG2), in the heart of the sheet (Core Steel), the blade, once hardened, achieves decidedly hardness and cutting performance higher than those achieved with the use of traditional steels.

- Greater resilience
built with the principle of Japanese swords, multilayer steel is difficult to break thanks to the toughness of the central steel (Core Steel) and the elasticity of the steel used for the side coating (Stainless Steel).

- Better corrosion resistance
the steel used for the external layers (Stainless Steel) guarantees the blade a high resistance to corrosion. The combination of the two or more materials used by Takefu Steel generates, on a galvanic level, a structure that improves corrosion resistance even on the wire.

- Easy processing even after heat treatment
although steel normally becomes harder after quenching, the lateral steel used in multilayer processing does not lose its softness and allows easy processing, drilling or welding even after heat treatment. For an optimal performance of the blade, cryogenic treatment is recommended.

- Improvement of the aesthetic result
The knives made with multi-state steel or damascus pattern at the end of the processing are aesthetically elegant, refined and highly appreciated by collectors all over the world.

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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
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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

Intended use: Regional

Type of production: Artisan
Lama production: Italy
Blade: carbon steel 1060
Blade treatment: -
Handle: buffalo horn with brass ring
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 200mm.
Total length: 355mm.
Thickness when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 238g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: -
Package: -
Notes: single piece

Blade: Carbon steel
Conformation: Dui Chirra
Kauri: Discovered
Aunlo-Bal: -
Manicure: wood
Finishes: Brass
Blade length: 260 mm.
Blade thickness: 9.4 mm.
Total length: 400 mm.
Karda: 110 mm.
Chakmak: 110 mm.
Weight: 426g.
Sheath: leather and wood
Notes: Original Nepalese knife made entirely by hand

Commissioned and officially adopted in 2002 by the famous 9th Regiment. Raiders "Col Moschin", this model expresses the quintessence of pure combat knife.

Inspired by daggers with asymmetric blade and straight handle but oriented Arditi, from which the Regiment traces its vestiges, it was reworked in a modern way.
The center of gravity is strong backlog, particularly the tip piercing. And 'light, handy and intuitive. Each new intruder receives one, and each new intruder is trained to use it.

All knives of this series have straight handles KRATON from ergonomic design whose shape and size favors besides a solid grip the rapid change of straight handle (Sabre Grip) to upside (Reverse Grip). An Allen screw stainless steel allows the campaign from disassembly for maintenance and lubrication of the through shank increasing the operational life of the knife.

The sheath and 'suitable all'aviolancio and underwater operations and amphibious and is' applicable to the belt or the accoutrements.

Intended Use: Collection / Tactical / Military

Production Country: Italy
Blade: N690Co 58HRC stainless steel
Surface treatment: Black PVD
Handle: Removable Kraton
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade Thickness: 6.3mm.
Overall length: 290mm.
Balancing: backward, 1 cm. the branch of the lower guard
Weight: 265g.
Sheath: tactical modular, from thigh or belt, Nylon
Notes: Limited Edition with exhibitor in Plexyglass

Blade: Carbon Steel
Conformation: Dui Chirra
Kauri: Covered
Aunlo-Bal: -
Handle: Wood
Blade length: 230mm.
Blade Thickness: 11mm.
Overall length: 395mm.
Karda: horn length. tot. 12mm.
Chakmak: horn length. tot. 12mm.
Weight: 690g.
Sheath: wood and leather
Notes: Nepalese original knife made entirely by hand

Warning: as these are handmade products, there may be variations with respect to the following and displayed in the picture below.

Blade: Carbon steel, with incisions
Conformation: Dui Chirra
Kauri: Discovered
Aunlo-Bal: -
Handle: wood engraved
Finishes: Brass
Blade length: 160 mm.
Blade thickness: 8 mm.
Overall length: 280 mm.
Karda: 55 mm.
Chakmak: 55 mm.
Weight: 224g. (308g inclusive sheath)
Sheath: engraved wood and brass
Notes: Original Nepalese knife entirely handmade

Kukri Artisan - Ceremonial Long Aluminum 027 - knife

Blade: Carbon steel fully engraved with motifs of dragons (warning: may vary from those shown in photos)
Conformation: Dui Chirra
Kauri: Discovered
Aunlo-Bal: -
Handle: aluminum
Finishes: Brass
Blade length: 455 mm.
Blade Thickness: 12 mm.
Overall length: 650 mm.
Karda: 210 mm.
Chakmak: 210 mm.
Weight: 1675g.
Sheath: leather and wood
Notes: Original Nepalese knife made entirely by hand

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.

Takeshi Saji - Bat 150 - Knife Craft

Intended Use: Collection / Sports

Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Japan
Blade: Forged by hand, damask laminate with sharp Hitachi Shirogami to 64HRC
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: black micarta
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 290mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 406g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Black Leather
Packaging: Cardboard Box
Notes: entirely handmade by Takeshi Saji

Kukri Artisan - Ceremonial Long Aluminum 027 - knife

Blade: Carbon steel fully engraved with motifs of dragons (warning: may vary from those shown in photos)
Conformation: Dui Chirra
Kauri: Discovered
Aunlo-Bal: -
Handle: aluminum
Finishes: Brass
Blade length: 455 mm.
Blade Thickness: 12 mm.
Overall length: 650 mm.
Karda: 210 mm.
Chakmak: 210 mm.
Weight: 1675g.
Sheath: leather and wood
Notes: Original Nepalese knife made entirely by hand

Collini Cutlery is the official distributor for Italy of tactical knives / collection made in the USA Chris Reeve

Made at the Blade Show in 2014 in a limited edition of only 500 pieces worldwide, the impofu (eland antelope, Lungu in Zulu) is a fixed blade knife largest and most impressive ever produced by Chris Reeve.

Use: Collection / Heavy Utility

Type of production: semi-homemade
Blade: Stainless Steel Tool CPM-3V 58 / 60HRC
Production Lama USA
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 254mm.
Blade Thickness: 6.8mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 413mm.
Balancing: Advanced
Weight: 573g.
Closed: -
Sheath: Black Leather by Gfeller Casemakers
Notes: Production limited to 500 pieces worldwide - Certificate of Authenticity and warranty

Othello Solingen Germany by Anton Wingen - Bowie Knives - Knife

Othello Solingen Germany by Anton Wingen JR - brand famous in the 80s and 90s

Intended Use: Hunting

Type of production: craft
Blade: stainless steel 440
Production Blade: Germany
Handle: deer
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade Thickness: 6mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 295mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 374g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Leather
Notes: vintage knives

Takeshi Saji was born in 1948 in Takefu ( Fukui Prefecture ) , a city located approximately in the center of Japan and in the heart of an area for centuries devoted to the production of blades . His lab is still there, built around the oven thanks to which, for several years now , Takeshi Saji forges the steel (especially damascus) with which he made various models of traditional Japanese knives . The choice of material finishes (mostly natural ) , the essential lines - evocative use - and the color combinations of rare impact his accomplishments make unique and unmistakable in view of the cutlery world and at home , have earned him the prestigious title of Master .

Intended use: Collection / Sports / Machete

Production Type: Handmade
Production Blade: Japan
Blade: Forged by hand, damask laminated with sharp Hitachi Shirogami to 64HRC
Treatment Blade: -
Handle : Wood covered with leather strip
Blade length : 265mm .
Blade thickness : 5mm.
Length closed : -
Overall length: 395mm .
Thick when closed: -
Balancing : -
Weight: 422g .
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Leather treated
Packaging: Cardboard Box
Notes: entirely hand-made by Takeshi Saji

Takeshi Saji was born in 1948 in Takefu ( Fukui Prefecture ) , a city located approximately in the center of Japan and in the heart of an area for centuries devoted to the production of blades . His lab is still there, built around the oven thanks to which, for several years now , Takeshi Saji forges the steel (especially damascus) with which he made various models of traditional Japanese knives . The choice of material finishes (mostly natural ) , the essential lines - evocative use - and the color combinations of rare impact his accomplishments make unique and unmistakable in view of the cutlery world and at home , have earned him the prestigious title of Master .

Intended use: Collection / Sports / Machete

Production Type: Handmade
Production Blade: Japan
Blade: Forged by hand, damask laminated with sharp Hitachi Shirogami to 64HRC
Treatment Blade: -
Handle: Paracord
Blade length : 285mm .
Blade thickness : 5mm.
Length closed : -
Overall length: 420mm .
Thick when closed: -
Balancing : -
Weight: 490g .
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Wood painted
Packaging: Cardboard Box
Notes: entirely hand-made by Takeshi Saji

Kukri - Operation Iraqi Freedom

Arma nazionale del Nepal e dei suoi guerrieri Gurkha, si distingue per la sua lama ricurva affilata nel latoconcavo e per lo spostamento del peso verso la punta che consente fendenti molto efficaci. L’impugnatura è diritta, senzaguardia. Caratteristico il ricasso (kauri) e il fodero di legno ricoperto di cuoioin cui sono contenuti anche due piccoli coltelli (karda e chakmak).

Lama: full tang in Acciaio al carbonio
Manicatura: Legno
Lunghezza lama: 275mm.
Spessore della lama: 10mm.
Lunghezza totale: 415mm.
Peso: 710g.
Fodero: in cuoio e legno, realizzato a mano
Note: ogni coltello e' interamente realizzato a mano in Nepal e comprende anche due piccoli coltelli.

Takeshi Saji - Mikatsuki Green 270 - Knife ArtigianaleTakeshi Saji - Mikatsuki Green 270 - Craft Knife

Intended use: Collection / Sports / Machete

Production Type: Handmade
Production Blade: Japan
Blade: Forged by hand, damask laminated with sharp Hitachi Shirogami to 64HRC
Treatment Blade: -
Handle: Paracord
Blade length: 285mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 420mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 490g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Wood painted
Packaging: Cardboard Box
Notes: entirely hand-made by Takeshi Saji