Knife - Essential Tool for Camping, Outdoor Adventure and collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Available on the market: Difficult to find / Made to order
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Nylon pouch with zip
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: /
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: collection/sport/military

Type of production: MidTech
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: CPM S35VN steel
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: titanium and G10
Blade length: 103mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 132mm.
Total length: 234mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: on the guard
Weight: 168g.
Opening: Carson Flipper type, on ball bearings
Locking Mechanism: FrameLock with additional slider safety
Clip: titanium, machined from solid
Packaging: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Previously purchased knife from a private collection

KNIFE RETIRED FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Retired from a private collection, previously purchased and professionally resharpened
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Available on the market: 2017 model - available in different configurations and steels
* Sharpening: Professionally resharpened
* Marks on blade: Minimal signs of resharpening
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Pouch with zip
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: collection/sport/military

Type of production: Midtech
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: CPM S35VN steel
Blade treatment: black
Handle: blackwashed titanium
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Total length: 226mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm behind the guard
Weight: 210g.
Opening: Flipper on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium, machined from solid
Packaging: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased and modified with aftermarket parts
* Condition: Like new
* Available on the market: Basic version available on the market
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Customized and modified by the previous customer with various premium quality aftermarket parts, it comes with all the original accessories to restore it to the manufacturer's original specifications and includes all the packaging for the modifications made, listed below and already mounted on the knife:

MODIFICATIONS MADE (commercial value €125)
* LynchNW - Stubby Clip Stonewashed in 6AL-4V grade 5 titanium (commercial value €35)
* August Engineering - Titanium Hardware Kit Raw Black, titanium screws and spacers (commercial value €30)
* Flytanium - Premium Kit Canvas Micarta Scales (commercial value €41)
* Flytanium - Slotted Thumbstud Kit, titanium opening pin (market value €19)

Intended use: Sports/EDC

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-S30V steel 58/60HRC
Blade finish: Stonewashed
Modified handle: Premium Green Canvas Micarta by Flytanium with Raw Black titanium screws and spacers by August Engineering
Original handle: 6061-T6 aluminum with green anodization and purple anodized spacers (included)
Blade length: 74mm.
Blade thickness: 2.7mm.
Closed length: 97.5mm.
Total length: 172mm.
Closed thickness: 10mm.
Weight: 57g.
Lock: AXIS Lock
Modified clip: stonewashed titanium, deep pocket by LynchNW
Original clip: Removable and reversible, stainless steel 
Packaging: Cardboard box with Benchmade logos + Aftermarket product boxes and packaging
Notes: Previously purchased product from a private collection - Design by Warren Osborne

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased and used
* Condition: Mechanically perfect, with obvious signs of wear on the blade finish that do not compromise its practical use in any way 
* Available on the market: Introduced in 2001, now out of production
* Sharpening: Resharpened several times, professionally resharpened before being offered for sale
* Marks on blade: Multiple superficial cosmetic marks
* Marks on handle: a few small marks due to use
* Box: None
* Sheath: None
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: None
* Checked and Certified by our in-house lab

Intended use: EDC / Light Utility

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-154CM stainless steel
Blade finish: Burnished
Handle: Aluminum
Blade length: 86mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 113mm.
Total length: 200mm.
Weight: 82g.
Closure: Axis Lock (Crossbar Lock)
Clip: Removable and reversible, in burnished stainless steel
Packaging: -
Notes: discontinued model no longer available on the market - knife previously purchased and used, from a private collection - mechanically perfect with obvious signs of wear that do not compromise its practical use in any way.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Not present
* Scabbard: Microfiber pouch with Benchmade logos.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Not present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Benchmade Contego, discontinued in 2019, is a tactical folding knife that combines high-end performance and rugged design. This limited edition has a Black and Blue G10 handle and an M390 stainless steel blade, known for its exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance, the Contego is ideal for those seeking a versatile and durable knife. With its ambidextrous AXIS locking mechanism, this knife is designed for reliability and comfort in any situation.

Intended Use: Tactical / Sporting / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: stainless steel M390
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: G10
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 140mm.
Total length: 240mm.
Weight: 167g.
Closure: Axis Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, satin-finished stainless steel
Sheath: microfiber pocket with Benchmade logos
Packaging: Without original packaging
Notes: special edition of Contego model, discontinued as of 2019, previously purchased knife from a private collection

The iconic Osborne 940, known for its versatility as an EDC knife, is the preferred choice for outdoor activities. The new 940BK-2404 Osborne in a limited edition of only 1500 pieces offers a fresh take on this classic.

It features a reverse tanto blade in CPM-MagnaCut steel with a DLC Battlewash finish paired with FatCarbon handle scales in the Arctic Storm color. The 940BK-2404 Osborne embodies the new generation of Benchmade colors inspired by the outdoors, combining high-performance materials with timeless design.

Intended use: Sporting / EDC / Collection

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: CPM-MagnaCut steel 61/62HRC
Blade finish: DLC Battlewash
Handle: FatCarbon carbon fiber in Arctic Storm color
Blade length: 86mm.
Blade thickness: 2.9mm.
Closed length: 11.3mm.
Total length: 199mm.
Thickness when closed: 10.4mm.
Weight: 82g.
Locking mechanism: AXIS Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, stainless steel with Black Oxide finish
Packaging: Cardboard box with Benchmade logos
Notes: Design by Warren Osborne - Limited edition, unnumbered, produced in only 1500 pieces

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased.
* Condition: Like New
* Commercially available 2018 Exemplar; currently offering other variants in other configurations.
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: collectible/sporting/military

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: South Africa
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: blackwash
Handle: integral, machined titanium from solid, blackwash finish
Blade length: 103mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Length closed: 132mm.
Total length: 234mm.
Thickness when closed: 16mm.
Weight: 191g.
Opening: Carson Flipper type, on ball bearings
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: titanium, machined from billet
Packaging: plastic case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: entirely designed and built by Andre De Villiers in his own workshop

Intended use: collection/sporting

Type of production: MidTech (partially mechanized craft production)
Country of manufacture: South Africa
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: PVD titanium with G10 insert
Blade length: 92mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 114mm.
Total length: 206mm.
Thickness when closed: 14mm.
Weight: 150g.
Opening: Carson Flipper system on ball bearings
Closure: Button Lock with additional safety
Clip: titanium, laser engraved
Packaging: Nylon pouch with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection/sporting

Type of production: MidTech (partially mechanized craft production)
Country of manufacture: South Africa
Blade: stainless steel CPM SW35VN
Blade finish: Dual Tone - Sandblasted and Satin finish
Handle: Titanium Dual Tone with Fat Carbon Snake Skin insert
Blade Length: 105mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Length closed: 130mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed: 17mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 248g.
Opening: carson Flipper system on ball bearings
Closure: Frame Lock with removable stainless steel clapper
Clip: Titanium Dual Tone, machined from billet, removable and reversible
Packaging: Nylon pouch with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

The Kudu Hunter fixed-blade knife offers an excellent balance between form and function: the wide drop point blade is reminiscent of its predecessor model Harpoon, but without the dedicated thumb rest. The handle is extremely comfortable for different types of grips, and its shape does not cause fatigue during long periods of use. The Kydex scabbard has a Kydex belt loop that allows you to switch between normal belt carry and scout carry, right or left handed, with ease. This is truly an excellent "all-around" design by Andre.


Intended use: collection/sporting

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: South Africa
Blade: full tang, stainless steel M390
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Black G10
Blade length: 115mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 228mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 205g.
Sheath: carbon fiber-effect kydex with multi-position belt attachment
Packaging: -
Notes: designed and made entirely by Andre De Villiers

Fans and collectors of the Osborne family, one of Benchmade's most iconic models, will notice the classic inverted blade shape paired with a brand new pattern on the Damasteel® blade. Called Ægir ™, the motif is inspired by Norse mythology and takes design cues from the Baltic Sea. The new design has carbon "Arctic Storm" grips with flowing blue accents and gold-plated floating rear spacers that give this limited edition Osborne a cool look, like the icy waters off the Swedish coast. This one of a kind knife completes the 940 Osborne family with an eye-catching style to augment the EDC collection.

Intended use: Collection / EDC

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: Damasteel steel
Blade finish: Damascus
Handle: Arctic Storm Fat Carbon w / Aqua Anodized Bolsters
Blade length: 74mm.
Blade thickness: 2.7mm.
Closed Length: 97.5mm.
Total length: 172mm.
Thick when closed: 10mm.
Weight: 63g.
Closure: AXIS Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, in stainless steel
Packaging: "Gold Class" cardboard box with Benchmade logos
Notes: Limited Edition 2022, each piece is numbered on the blade

Intended use: Tactical / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: Reverse Tanto in CPM-S90V steel (59-61 HRC)
Blade finish: DLC
Handle: DLC Titanium
Blade length: 86mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 113mm.
Total length: 200mm.
Thick when closed: 10.4mm
Weight: 95g.
Closure: AXIS Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, in stainless steel
Packaging: Cardboard box with Benchmade logos
Notes: design by Osborne - Limited Edition 2000 pieces

Intended use: Tactical

Type of production: Industrial
Blade production: USA
Blade: Reverse Tanto in CPM-S90V steel (59-61 HRC)
Blade treatment: -
Handle: Titanium
Blade length: 86mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: 113mm.
Total length: 200mm.
Thick when closed: 10.4mm
Balancing: -
Weight: 95g.
Closing: AXIS Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, in stainless steel
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with Benchmade logos
Notes: design by Osborne - Limited Edition 2000 pieces

Intended use: collection / sport / military

Type of production: artisan
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: stainless steel N690Co
Blade treatment: dual tone satin
Handle: titanium anodized
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4.7mm.
Length closed: 130mm.
Total length: 226mm.
Thick when closed: 13.2mm.
Balancing: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 212g.
Opening: Flipper type on ball bearings
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: titanium anodized, machined from solid
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sports / military

Type of production: artisan seeds
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: N690Co stainless steel
Blade treatment: Black
Handle: Black titanium
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4.7mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Total length: 226mm.
Thick when closed: 13.2mm.
Balance: 2cm set back from the guard branch
Weight: 212g.
Opening: Flipper on ball bearings
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: anodised titanium, machined from solid
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sport / military

Type of production: semi-handmade
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: full tang, in N690Co stainless steel
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: G10
Blade length: 106mm.
Blade thickness: 4.7mm.
Total length: 228mm.
Balancing: set back, at 2cm. from the guard branch
Weight: 216g.
Sheath: in kydex, acon Tek-Lok attacks
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sports / military

Type of production: artisan seeds
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: full tang, in N690Co stainless steel
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: G10
Blade length: 106mm.
Blade thickness: 4.7mm.
Total length: 228mm.
Balancing: set back, at 2cm. from the guard branch
Weight: 216g.
Sheath: in kydex, with Tek-Lok type attacks
Packaging: -
Notes: designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sport

Type of production: artisan
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: in steel D2
Blade treatment: satin
Handle: in steel, with inserts in Jaracanda briarwood
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 110mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Balancing: set back to 2cm from the guard branch
Weight: 164g.
Opening: Nail Nick
Closure: BackLock
Clip: absent
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sport

Type of production: semi-handmade
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: N690Co Stainless Steel
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: in steel, with ebony wood inserts
Blade length: 52mm.
Blade thickness: 2.2mm.
Length closed: 72mm.
Total length: 124mm.
Thick when closed: 8.5mm.
Balancing: set back
Weight: 44g.
Opening: Nail Nick
Closure: BackLock
Clip: Absent
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sport

Type of production: semi-handmade
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: in steel N690Co
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: in steel, with abalone inserts
Blade length: 52mm.
Blade thickness: 2.2mm.
Length closed: 72mm.
Total length: 124mm.
Thick when closed: 8.5mm.
Balancing: set back
Weight: 44g.
Opening: Nail Nick
Closure: Slipjoint
Clip: Absent
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sport

Type of production: artisan seeds
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: in D2 steel
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: steel with Jaracanda briar inserts
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 4 mm.
Length closed: 100mm.
Total length: 175mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Balance: 2 cm set back from the guard branch
Weight: 120 g.
Opening: Nail Nick
Closure: Slip Joint (without blade lock)
Clip: -
Packaging: cordura case with ADV tactical logos
Notes: Designed and manufactured by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sport / military

Type of production: semi-handmade
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: N690Co steel
Blade treatment: PVD blackwash
Handle: titanium blackwash PVD
Blade length: 77mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 102mm.
Total length: 177mm.
Thick when closed: 11.7mm.
Balancing: set back, at 2cm. from the guard branch
Weight: 108g.
Opening: Carson Flipper type on ball bearings
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: titanium, machined from solid
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: marked as "prototype" - designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: D2 steel
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: Steel with Rosewood wood inserts
Blade Length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed length: 110mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 164g.
Opening: Nail Nick
Closing: Back Lock
Clip: -
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sports / military

Type of production: artisan seeds
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: N690Co stainless steel
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: Dual Tone titanium anodized
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4.7mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Total length: 226mm.
Thick when closed: 13.2mm.
Balance: 2cm set back from the guard branch
Weight: 212g.
Opening: Flipper on ball bearings
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: anodised titanium, machined from solid
Packaging: cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport / military

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: N690Co stainless steel
Blade treatment: black
Handle: black titanium
Blade Length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Overall length: 226mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 210g.
Opening: Pinballs on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport / military

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: D2 steel
Blade treatment: black stonewash
Handle: Titanium stonewash
Blade Length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Overall length: 226mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 222g.
Opening: Pinballs on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport / military

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: CPM SW35VN steel
Blade treatment: black
Handle: green titanium
Blade Length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Overall length: 226mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 210g.
Opening: Pinballs on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport / military

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: CPM SW35VN steel
Blade treatment: black
Handle: black titanium
Blade Length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Overall length: 226mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 210g.
Opening: Pinballs on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: CPM SW35VN steel
Blade Treatment: Sandblasted
Handle: Titanium Desert
Blade Length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Overall length: 223mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 216g.
Opening: Pinballs on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: CPM SW35VN steel
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: Titanium bronze with carbon fiber insert
Blade Length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed length: 110mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 142g.
Opening: Pinballs on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Purpose: collection / sport

Type of production: artisanal seed
Country of Origin: South Africa
Blade: CPM SW35VN steel
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: blue titanium
Blade Length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed length: 110mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 144g.
Opening: Pinballs on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium
Packing: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: collection / sport

Type of production: artisan seeds
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: in D2 steel
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: steel with Jaracanda briar inserts
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 4 mm.
Length closed: 100mm.
Total length: 175mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Balance: 2 cm set back from the guard branch
Weight: 120 g.
Opening: Nail Nick
Closure: Slip Joint (without blade lock)
Clip: -
Packaging: cordura case with ADV tactical logos
Notes: Designed and manufactured by Andre De Villiers

Intended use: Tactical

Type of production: Industrial
blade production: U.S.A.
Blade: Reverse Tanto CPM-S30V Steel 58 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: -
Handle: Aluminum
Blade length: 86mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed Length: 113mm.
Overall length: 200mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 82g.
Closing: AXISLock
Clip: Removable and reversible, stainless steel
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with Benchmade logos
Notes: hook skinned