Knife - Essential Tool for Camping, Outdoor Adventure and 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KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION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

T6 is the latest addition to the fixed blade family, in terms of size it ranks between the M7 and the T5 and is the knife for every strategic and field use, the perfect companion for every outdoor experience. It features a powerful K-490 steel blade and is equipped with a SOLID® handle, made by four-axis milling of a single block of Canvas Micarta, which ensures a firm and secure grip.

The T6 has an aggressive profile and is therefore particularly suitable for those who need a tactical tool that is rugged, reliable and easy to handle. Supplied with Kydex sheath equipped with Cordura implant for easy and secure fit, reversible and with M.O.L.L.E. system.

Intended Use: Utility

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Italy
Blade: full tang, sintered carbon steel K490
Blade finish: Satin finish
Handle: Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 148mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 295mm.
Weight: 274g.
Sheath: kydex and cordura
Packaging: cardboard box with Lion Steel logos
Notes: Limited series of 999 pieces made of K490 steel

T6 is the latest in the family of fixed blade, in terms of size is positioned between the M7 and T5 and is the knife suitable for any strategic use and field, the perfect companion for any outdoor experience. It features a powerful K-490 steel blade and is equipped with a SOLID® handle, obtained by four-axis milling of a single block of Canvas Micarta, which guarantees a firm and secure grip.

The T6 has an aggressive profile and is therefore particularly suitable for those who need a tactical tool that is robust, reliable and easy to handle. Supplied with a Kydex sheath with Cordura system for an easy and secure fit, reversible and with M.O.L.L.E. system.

Intended Use: Utility

Production type: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Full tang, in sintered carbon steel K490
Blade Finish: Old Black (blackwash)
Handle: Canvas Micarta SOLID, machined from solid wood
Blade length: 148mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 295mm.
Weight: 370g.
Sheath: in kydex and cordura
Package: Cardboard box with Lion Steel logos
Notes: Limited series of 999 pieces made in K490 steel.

T6 is the latest in the family of fixed blade, in terms of size is positioned between the M7 and T5 and is the knife suitable for any strategic use and field, the perfect companion for any outdoor experience. It features a powerful K-490 steel blade and is equipped with a SOLID® handle, obtained by four-axis milling of a single block of Canvas Micarta, which guarantees a firm and secure grip.

The T6 has an aggressive profile and is therefore particularly suitable for those who need a tactical tool that is robust, reliable and easy to handle. Supplied with a Kydex sheath with Cordura system for an easy and secure fit, reversible and with M.O.L.L.E. system.

Intended Use: Utility

Production type: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Full tang, in sintered carbon steel K490
Blade Finish: Satin finish
Handle: Canvas Micarta SOLID, machined from solid wood
Blade length: 148mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 295mm.
Weight: 370g.
Sheath: in kydex and cordura
Package: Cardboard box with Lion Steel logos
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