Collection Knives: For Knife Collectors and Custom Knife Enthusiasts

KNIFE RETIRED FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Retired from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Perfect, Like new, NOS (new old stock)
* Available on the market: 2006 model, out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp, never used
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present and in perfect condition
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The C70 A.T.R. (At The Ready) embodies the essence of a high-performance tactical folder. Awarded “Knife of the Year 2003” by Knives Illustrated, this model showcases the most advanced technological solutions developed by Spyderco.

The handle, precision-machined from a block of satin-finished stainless steel, is lightened by a series of holes that reduce weight and serve as tactile reference points for quick grip changes. The same holes are replicated on the contoured clip, ensuring balance and consistency in indexing.

The ends of the handle widen into a generous finger choil and a pinky rest, ensuring a stable grip in all conditions. The Compression Lock, fully integrated into the titanium scale, offers maximum strength and is rated for heavy-duty use and MBC applications.

The VG-10 blade, hollow-ground sharp, features a non-sharp swedge and a profile that combines a solid point with excellent penetration and cutting ability. Above the classic Spyderco hole is the Cobra Hood, which naturally guides the thumb during quick opening and acts as a control platform when the knife is in use.

The clip is configurable for both right and left tip-up carry thanks to the pre-drilled holes.

Intended use: Sports / Tactical / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Japan
Blade: VG-10 stainless steel
Blade finish: satin
Handle: satin stainless steel
Blade length: 87mm.
Blade thickness: 3 mm.
Closed length: 129 mm.
Total length: 216 mm.
Weight: 150g.
Closure: Compression Lock
Clip: polished stainless steel, removable and reversible
Packaging: cardboard box with Spyderco logos
Notes: previously purchased knife from a private collection - NOS (new old stock) in perfect condition, absolutely like new, without even a scratch or sign of use

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in very good condition
* Commercially available currently still makes this model, but with different steels and handles
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: no
* Marks on handle: a few very small spots of wear on the matte titanium finish.
* Box: original fabric case.
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: - -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



Intended Use: Collector/Sportsman

Production Type: Handcrafted
Country of Production: Thailand
Blade: ZDP-189 and ATS-34 rolled steel
Blade finish: Satin finish
Handle: Titanium 6AL4V flamed, with carbon fiber spacer
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 124mm.
Total length: 197mm.
Thickness when closed: 13mm.
Weight: 145g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Titanium 6AL4V flamed and anodized
Packaging: cotton pouch with Velcro closure
Notes: Made entirely by hand by Yuna Knives, in its own craft workshop in Thailand - Each knife is unique in shape, workmanship and color

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Iconic knife from 1981, withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, mechanically perfect, shows some signs of wear on the nickel silver handle and micarta inserts; the blade shows signs of mechanical friction on the back due to opening and closing in the handle
* Available on the market: Not available, craftsman no longer in business
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: Small marks due to age and friction when opening and closing the blade
* Marks on handle: Several signs of wear visible on the nickel silver handle and micarta inserts
* Box: -
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: 1981 warranty certificate from Coltelleria G. Lorenzi in Via Montenapoleone, Milan
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

In the 1980s, Jimmy Lile developed an elegant folding knife with a button lock mechanism, known as the “Lile Lock.” This patented system consists of a front button on the handle that unlocks the blade when opening and locks it in the cutting position, ensuring safety and ease of use. The monolithic nickel-silver guides support the D2 steel blade, while the micarta inserts on the scales give the knife a refined look.

This is a generously sized knife, produced in limited quantities between the 1970s and 1980s. The numbered examples bearing engravings such as the patent number 4148140 are now highly sought-after collector's items of great economic value.

This folding model represents a perfect balance between functionality and collectible design: compact and easy to handle, with a reliable lock, high-quality materials, and meticulous details, embodying Lile's attention to craftsmanship even in a context other than the famous survival knife.

Intended use: Collectible / Sports

Type of production: Entirely handmade
Country of production: Arkansas / USA
Blade: D2 steel
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Nickel Silver handle with Red Micarta inserts and stainless steel rear spacer
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm.
Closed length: 124 mm
Total length: 212 mm.
Weight: 198 g.
Closure: Lile Lock (Button Lock)
Packaging: supplied with a 1981 warranty certificate from the historic “Coltelleria G. Lorenzi” in Via Montenapoleone, Milan
Notes: extremely rare knife from 1981, previously purchased, withdrawn from a private collection, serial number 447 engraved on the blade and patent number “U.S. Patent No. 4148140” engraved on the back of the button lock.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available: no longer available, 1992 product.
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: -
* Marks on handle: -
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Paper Certificate.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Sporting / Collection

Type of Production: Industrial
Country of Production: France
Blade: stainless steel 12C27
Blade Treatment: Satin
Handle: Indian rosewood with steel insert
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 1.5mm.
Length closed: 107mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Weight: 60g.
Closure: Viro-Block
Packaging: cardboard box, certificate

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available Out of production
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: some minor scuffs and hairlines on the right side
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection

Production type: MidTech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: stainless rolled damascus with wave design, 45-ply and ZDP-189 cutting edge
Blade finish: -
Handle: titanium with blue anodized and topaz set
Blade length: 79mm.
Blade thickness: 2.3mm.
Length closed: 100mm.
Total length: 180mm.
Weight: 57g.
Closure: Button Lock with embedded topaz
Sheath: leather, with stainless steel clip
Packaging: cardboard box with William Henry logos and warranty certificate
Notes: previously purchased knife, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased.
* Condition: 12/1990 model, overall in good condition, with a few small marks from time
* Commercially available: Limited edition, numbered model, made entirely by hand; craftsman passed away in 2009
* Sharpening: Re-sharpened, a few small marks on blade due to sharpening
* Marks on blade: A few small marks
* Marks on handle: A few hairlines on the bolsters and a small dent on the left micarta handle.
* Box: -
* Scabbard: Suede leather case.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Certificate of authenticity with date of manufacture and craftsman's signature.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection/Gentleman

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of Production: USA
Blade: stainless steel ATS34
Blade finish: satin finish
Handle: Stainless steel and Micarta
Blade length: 83mm
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Length closed: 108mm.
Total length: 189mm.
Thickness when closed: 8mm.
Weight: 99g.
Closure: Back Lock
Clip: -
Sheath: Suede leather pouch
Packaging: -
Notes: rare handcrafted knife made in December 1990 by noted U.S. knife maker Frank Centofante who passed away in 2009, serial number #049

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available On commission
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: A couple of imperceptible marks on the satin finish, presumably from being inserted in the scabbard
* Marks on handle: No.
* Packaging: Zip pouch, original
* Scabbard: Leather, handcrafted, original
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Certificate of guarantee and authenticity present.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



Intended use: hunting / collection

Type of production: handcrafted
Country of production: Italy
Blade: stainless steel ATS-34 60HRC
Blade finish: satin finish
Handle: deer Sambar with stainless steel 416 guard
Blade length: 87mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 198mm.
Weight: 80g.
Sheath: handcrafted, leather, for vertical belt carry
Packaging: zippered case and certificate of authenticity and guarantee from the Corporazione Italiana Coltellinai
Notes: Designed and made entirely by hand in Italy by Master CIC Roberto Bernini, specimen dated November 2010 - Previously purchased, from private collection

Knife collected from a private collection - Never used, never taken out of its box, like new - Rare model produced by Fantoni in 2009 in a limited edition of only 20 pieces based on a design by Tommaso Rumici, one of his most famous and successful knives, still very modern and with an incredibly attractive design - Supplied with box, warranty certificate, sheath and replacement Ebony grips - Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory.

Intended Use: Collection / Sporting

Country of manufacture: Italy
Type of production: industrial
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S30V 61-62HRC
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: made of micarta or ebony wood, interchangeable as desired (cheeks included in package)
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Total length: 170mm.
Balance: set back 1cm. from the lower guard branch
Weight: 68g.
Sheath: Made of kydex, with clip
Notes: Design by T. Rumici - Limited and numbered edition of only 20 pieces - Collected from private collection, like new.

Link to the HIDE project page directly on the website of Designer Tommaso Rumici

Extremely limited edition Platinum Label series folding knife with Mokume damascus blade and heads produced in only 20 examples each with a different coloration of the wood briar. Each specimen is therefore unique and differs from the previous one.

Intended use: collection

Type of production: industrial cutting - craftsmanship, assembly and finishing
Country of production: Seki - Japan
Blade: made of Mokume stainless steel with VG-10 cutting edge, forged with rainbow damascus rolling, achieved through layers of stainless steel, copper and brass and hammered through Tsuchime technique
Handle: made of Mokume stainless damask steel and wood briar
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: 110mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Thickness when closed: 14mm.
Weight: 208g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: handcrafted, removable and reversible, hammered stainless steel
Packaging: wooden box with Mcusta logos
Notes: Special and Limited Edition made in only 20 pieces for the Blade Show in Atlanta 2022