Hunting Knives: reliability and durability in the wild

KNIFE FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Knife previously purchased and withdrawn from a private collection
* Condition: In excellent condition, shows a scratch of about 2.5 cm on the blade
* Commercial Availability: Hard to find
* Sharpening: Factory edge, can be improved
* Blade Marks: shows a scratch of about 2.5 cm on the blade
* Handle Marks: -
* Box: -
* Sheath: in excellent condition, complete
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
Checked and Certified by our in-house workshop

The Buck 192 Vanguard is a premium-quality hunting knife, made in the USA and designed to deliver outstanding performance in all outdoor situations. The ergonomic handle made of fine wood with brass fittings gives the knife a classic and sturdy appearance, while the drop point blade in 420HC stainless steel ensures a reliable and long-lasting cut.

192 - with hyphen: this model features the marking “192-”, a production detail found on Buck knives made in the 1990s. This makes the knife particularly interesting for collectors and fans of the American brand.

Blade length: 102 mm
Total length: 216 mm
Blade material: 420HC stainless steel
Handle: fine wood with brass bolsters and scales
Sheath: high-quality brown leather
Production: Made in USA

This knife is ideal for hunting, hiking, camping, or as a collectible item. The Buck 192 Vanguard combines functionality, design, and reliability in a single tool appreciated worldwide.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never removed from its original packaging
* Available on the market: Difficult to find, only 200 pieces made
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Sheath: Present
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

SUPER COMPACT WITH TOP-OF-THE-LINE STEEL AND INTERCHANGEABLE SIDE PLATES
Here is the ideal fixed blade hunting knife for eviscerating and processing ungulates, which can also be used as a bushcraft knife. Produced in a limited edition of only 200 pieces by Coltellerie Maserin for Forest Italia, it combines compactness, excellent materials, and details designed for the most demanding hunter.

It is a true masterpiece of a hunting knife: compact size, ergonomic handle, and a partially serrated blade in N690 steel at 60 HRC, designed to ensure maximum effectiveness in evisceration and skinning.

The set is completed by three pairs of interchangeable scales—in olive wood, black G10, and orange G10—an elegant leather sheath, and a dedicated case. Fully dismountable, it is easy to clean and maintain over time.

An exceptional work tool and, at the same time, a valuable gift idea for any hunter.

Intended use: Hunting / Sporting

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Italy
Blade: full tang in N690Co stainless steel at 60HRC
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Olive wood + black G10 + orange G10
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 4 mm.
Total length: 190 mm.
Balance: on the guard branch
Weight: 128 g.
Sheath: leather
Packaging: cardboard box with Forest Italia / Maserin logos
Notes: limited edition of only 200 pieces - knife previously purchased from a private collection

The Viper Handy is an innovative and compact fixed knife designed to offer an optimal user experience through the use of advanced manufacturing technologies and high-quality materials. Designed by master knife maker Fabrizio Silvestrelli.

The Viper Handy, with its CPM MagnaCut steel fixed blade, offers high strength and exceptional durability. The stonewashed finish adds a touch of elegance and practicality, reducing the visibility of scratches during use. The 3D-machined, natural canvas micarta handle fits perfectly in the hand, providing a secure and precise grip.

The handle's tang, tapered toward the back, promotes optimal balance of the knife, reducing fatigue during prolonged use. This makes the Viper Handy ideal for outdoor and hunting activities, as well as tactical operations where precision and endurance are essential.

Intended Use: Outdoor & Hunting

Production type: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Full Tang stainless steel CMP MagnaCut
Blade Finish: Dark Stonewashed
Handle: Ulterm transparent amber color
Blade length: 82mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 180mm.
Weight: 115g.
Sheath: kydex
Packaging: cardboard box with Viper logos
Notes: Design by Fabrizio Silvestrelli

The Viper Handy is an innovative and compact fixed knife designed to provide an optimal user experience through the use of advanced manufacturing technologies and high-quality materials. Designed by master knife maker Fabrizio Silvestrelli.

The Viper Handy, with its CPM MagnaCut steel fixed blade, offers high strength and exceptional durability. The stonewashed finish adds a touch of elegance and practicality, reducing the visibility of scratches during use. The 3D-machined, natural canvas micarta handle fits perfectly in the hand, providing a secure and precise grip.

The handle's tang, tapered toward the back, promotes optimal balance of the knife, reducing fatigue during prolonged use. This makes the Viper Handy ideal for outdoor and hunting activities, as well as tactical operations where precision and endurance are essential.

Intended Use: Outdoor & Hunting

Production type: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Full Tang stainless steel CMP MagnaCut
Blade Finish: Stonewashed
Handle: Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 82mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 180mm.
Weight: 115g.
Sheath: kydex
Packaging: cardboard box with Viper logos
Notes: Design by Fabrizio Silvestrelli

In the tradition of Chris Reeve Knives, the Inyoni bird and fish hunting knife takes its name from the Zulu word for "bird."  Light as a feather, weighing 68 grams, the latest version of the Inyoni offers all the functionality of its predecessor, without the weight.  

Its full-tang drop point blade makes it the ideal knife for processing birds and fish, while providing ample edge for many stages of processing larger game, as well as a long list of other cutting tasks outside the hunting field. The thin Kydex sheath fits perfectly over the handles of the Inyoni.

Intended use: sports/hunting

Type of Manufacture: MidTech
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: full tang in CPM MagnaCut 63/64HRC steel
Blade finish: stonewashed
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 96mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2mm.
Total length: 202mm.
Weight: 68g.
Sheath: Slim Fit in thermoformed Kydex.
Packaging: cardboard box with Chris Reeve logos, paracord lanyard, maintenance key, certificates and warranties

Type of Production: Handcrafted
Blade Production: Italy
Blade: Apex Ultra steel at 63HRC
Blade Finish: Stone Washed
Handle: Stabilized Birch, G10, and carbon pins
Blade Length: 90mm
Blade Thickness: 4.8mm
Total Length: 204mm
Balance: shifted 3cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 179g
Sheath: hand-stitched and crafted leather
Packaging and Certificate: Cordura case and authenticity certificate
Notes: unique knife handcrafted for Coltelleria Collini of Busto Arsizio - No. 309

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

This new Finnish outdoor and hunting knife called Heimo 4" Bushcraft edition, full tang, is designed to take on all your wilderness adventures and challenges. Very popular for bushcraft, hunting, fishing and the outdoors open.Roselli has chosen to make this blade with carbon steel for a longer life of the edge.

This model has a full tang, therefore more balanced and robust than the standard version. In fact, Roselli full tang knives are resistant, durable and perfect for heavy use.

The knife has a beautiful curly stained birch handle coated with linseed oil to ensure a firm grip, even when wet. The handle also has brass clamps and strap holes.

It comes in a handmade sheath of dark vegetable tanned Finnish leather, with a metal spring to keep the knife firmly in place at all times. You can choose between two scabbard options; scabbard combined with Firesteel Roselli or a standard scabbard.

Intended use: Hunting/Sports

Type of production: artisanal
Blade: W75 60HRC carbon steel
Lama production: Finland
Handle: Birch
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: -
Total length: 220mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 200g.
Closure: -
Clips: -
Sheath: in worked and hand-stitched leather
Note: -

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

Intended Use: Hunting

Type of production: handcrafted
Blade: 440 steel
Country of manufacture: Germany
Handle: deer
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 235mm.
Weight: 210g.
Sheath: Leather
Notes: 1980s vintage knife discontinued 

Absolutely like new - Comes from a private collection - Unique item made in 2020, prototype, does not correspond to any standard model of Wander Tactical production - Made entirely by hand.

Use: Collection / Utility / Hunting

Production type: Handcrafted
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: integral, japanese rolled steel (San Mai) with V-Toku2 (carbonaceous) cutting edge at 62/63HRC and SUS410 (stainless steel) outer cheeks
Blade finish: satin finish 
Handle: Paracord
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 6.65mm.
Total length: 200mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 180g.
Sheath: in kydex
Package: Certificate of authenticity
Notes: Unique piece of 2020 - Prototype: it doesn't correspond to any standard model of Wander Tactical production - Entirely hand made - Absolutely like new, coming from a private collection,

Japanese steel merges with Italian excellence

For this 2019/2020 collaboration, exclusive to Coltelleria Collini, we decided to propose a series of best sellers produced by Wander Tactical. Knives made with the famous San Mai steel produced by the Japanese Takefu Steel. Specifically we have used the carbonaceous V-Toku2 at 62/63HRC for the central plate and the stainless SUS410 for the two external plates, in order to guarantee a very high cutting capacity, penetration and edge holding together with an easy resharpening and maintenance. At the same time the blade has a remarkable resistance to corrosion and an important increase of resilience given by the type of extreme steel and the laminated structure.

As in the ancient swords of the Japanese Samurai.

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

Characteristics of San Mai steel: It is made of different types of metals alloyed together to create a composite that contains and intensifies the strengths of the metals taken individually:

- Longer cutting edge life
thanks to the use of high quality steels with a high carbon content (VG10, CoS, Shiro) or sintered (SPG2), in the core steel, the blade, once hardened, reaches hardness and cutting performance decidedly superior to those achieved with the use of traditional steels.

- Greater resilience
Built on the principle of Japanese swords, the 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 lateral coating (Stainless Steel).

- Improved corrosion resistance
The steel used for the outer layers (Stainless Steel) gives the blade a high resistance to corrosion. The combination of the two or more materials used by Takefu Steel generates, at a galvanic level, a structure that improves corrosion resistance even on the edge.

- Easy machining even after heat treatment
Although steel normally becomes harder after hardening, the lateral steel used in multilayer machining does not lose its softness and allows easy machining, drilling or welding even after heat treatment. For optimum blade performance, cryogenic treatment is recommended.

- Improved aesthetic performance
Knives made of 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.

For further information: collinisteel

Bavarian dress knife or Bavarian picnic knife are the common English terms for the special type of fixed blade knife called Trachtenmesser in Germany. These knives are found in the right side pocket of a traditional Bavarian leather pant and only part of the handle is visible as you pass that pocket.

Bavarian dress knives are characterized by the particular shape of the blade and in most cases by a decorated ring. This ferrule constitutes the passage between the blade and the handle of the deer horn or other hunting trophies that is fixed with the tang. A dark brown leather sheath is slid over the blade for protection purposes.

Intended use: Hunting / Collection

Blade: 440 stainless steel
Handle: Deer
Blade length: 110mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 225mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 109g.
Sheath: in leather

Intended use: Hunting / Collection

Blade: 440 stainless steel
Handle: Deer
Blade length: 110mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 225mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 109g.
Sheath: in leather

Citadel - Nordic

These handmade knives are distinguished by their original but functional line, which is well matched to the traditional manufacturing techniques and the materials used.
The blades are in fact carbon-hardened to a hardness of around 40 HRC after which, after being hammered by hand, the back and sides are covered with clay and the wire tempered at 60 HRC to have excellent cutting capacity, penetration and flexibility. The knife is then polished and sharpened by hand on stone and finished in every single detail.

Blade: DNH7 "Bruit de forge" selective hardening 40/60 HRC steel with file-worked spine
handle: In wood with brass guard
Blade length: 70 mm.
Handle length: 115 mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5 mm.
Total length: 195 mm.
Sheath: Handmade brown leather
Weight: 154 g.

Intended use: Hunting / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Italy
Blade: full tang in SanMai 440 laminated stainless steel
Blade treatment: Black Idroglider
Handle: Olive wood
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 193mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 120g.
Sheath: in leather
Packaging: cardboard box with Fox logos
Note: -

Finnish artisan knives.
These knives are a perfect combination of tradition and construction quality.

Intended use: Hunting / Sports

Type of production: artisan
Blade: 59HRC carbon steel
Lama production: Finland
Handle: bone with brass bolster
Blade length: 93mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Total length: 205mm.
Balancing: on the guard branch
Weight: 114g.
Sheath: Brown leather
Note:

Knives handicraft made by the craftsman Reino Kamppila in the Finnish city Kauhava. These knives are a perfect combination between tradition and quality construction.

Intended Use: Hunting / Sporting

Type of production: Hand
Blade: carbon steel 59HRC by Laurin Metals
Production Country: Finland
Handle: birch burl with brass bolsters
Blade length: 78mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Overall length: 190mm.
Balancing: Defensive 2cm from the guard branch
Weight: 84g.
Sheath: leather with plastic insert
Notes: -

Intended Use: Hunting / Sporting

Type of production: Hand
Blade: carbon steel 59HRC
Production Lama: Finland
Handle: birch burl, bone and brass bolsters
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade Thickness: 3mm.
Overall length: 195mm.
Balancing: backward
Weight: 74g.
Sheath: Brown leather
Notes: -

handmade knives made in the Finnish city Kauhava.
These knives are a perfect combination between tradition and quality construction.

Intended Use: Hunting / Sporting

Type of production: handmade
Blade: carbon steel 59HRC
Production Country: Finland
Handle: birch and bone, with brass bolsters
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Overall length: 210mm.
Balance: on guard branch
Weight: 106g.
Sheath: Brown leather
Notes: -

Destinazione d'uso: Caccia/Sportivo

Tipo di produzione: Semi-Artigianale
Produzione Lama: USA
Lama: In acciaio inox CPM-S35VN 58/59HRC
Trattamento Lama: Stone Washed
Manicatura: Brown canvas Micarta
Lunghezza lama: 95mm.
Spessore lama: 4.5mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: -
Lunghezza totale: 216mm.
Spessore da chiuso: -
Bilanciatura: -
Peso: 175g.
Chiusura: -
Clip: -
Fodero: Cuoio marrone by Gfeller Casemakers
Confezione: Scatola di cartone bianca con loghi Chris Reeve; certificati di garanzia
Note: -

Destinazione d'uso: Escursionismo / Caccia

Tipo di produzione: Semi-Industriale
Produzione Lama: USA
Lama: full tang in acciaio inox 440C 58/60HRC
Trattamento Lama: Bead Blast Finish
Manicatura: Antique White Micarta
Lunghezza lama: 83mm.
Spessore lama: 5.5mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: -
Lunghezza totale: 190mm.
Spessore da chiuso: -
Bilanciatura: -
Peso: 324g.
Chiusura: -
Clip: -
Fodero: Cuoio Nero
Confezione: Busta plastica trasparente
Note: Ogni pezzo è numerato ed accompagnato da certificato di garanzia ed autenticità.

WARNING: technical data of the knife are approximate and vary from knife to knife these are handmade products.

Intended Use: collection / sports

Production Type: Handmade
Production Blade: Cambodia
Blade: carbon steel DNH7
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: wood plane
Blade length: about 80mm.
Blade thickness: approx 4mm.
Closed Length: about 120mm.
Total length: about 210mm.
Thick when closed: about 20mm.
Balance: -
Weight: about 166g.
Lock: Liner lock
Clip: -
Sheath: -
Packaging: bag Cordura
Notes: -

Intended Use: Hunting

Type of production: industrial
Production Blade: Norway
Blade: rolled steel cheeks with 18/8 stainless steel 59HRC and sharp
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: Birch wood
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: 115
Total length: 200mm.
Thick when closed: 1.8 cm
Weight: 130g.
Closure: back lock
Clip: -
Sheath: Brown leather
Packaging: cylindrical cardboard case more cotton cloth marked Helle
Notes: -

Maserin - Hunting Olivo 130/OL - knife

Intended Use: Hunting

Blade: stainless steel 440
Production Lama Italy
Handle: Olive wood
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade Thickness: 3mm.
Closed Length: 120mm.
Total length: 210mm.
Balance: -
Weight: 172g.
Closure: Back Lock
Clip: -
Sheath: -
Notes: -

Maserin - Cacciatora Horn

Maserin - Cacciatora Horn - 155/1CR - knife

Intended use: Hunting / Collection

Blade: 420 Stainless Steel
Handle: Horn cattle
Blade length: 90 mm.
Blade Thickness: 3 mm.
Overall length: 195 mm.
Weight: 98 g.
Closure: Spring retainer
Clip: None
Sheath: Belt, synthetic
Note: Extraction on the lookout for boxes of 12-gauge and 20-gauge

Intended Use: Hunting

Type of production: industrial
Production Blade: Norway
Blade: rolled steel cheeks with 18/8 stainless steel 59HRC and sharp
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: Birch wood
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 193mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balance: backward, to 1.5cm.
Weight: 98g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Brown leather
Packaging: cylindrical cardboard case more cotton cloth marked Helle
Notes: -

Destination of use: hunting

Type of production: industrial
Blade: in stainless steel with 18/8 stainless steel and 59HRC stainless steel edge
Blade treatment: -
Handle: Birch
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 220mm.
Balancing: set back to 2.5cm
Weight: 96g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: leather
Note: -