Knife - Essential Tool for Camping, Outdoor Adventure and collection

PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED KNIFE, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Commercial Availability: Discontinued with this steel; currently available with VG7 laminated steel
* Sharpness: Factory-sharpened, could be improved
* Marks on the blade: Some minor signs of oxidation and a few barely noticeable marks, visible when held up to the light
* Marks on the handle: A few marks on the guard and the pommel
* Box: Included
* Sheath: Included, in excellent condition
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Inspected and certified by our in-house laboratory

The NL3 model takes its name from Njord, the Norse god of fertility, sailors, and fishermen, a member of the Vanir clan and lord of the coasts and beaches. Just like the deity who inspired it, this knife embodies strength, balance, and reliability, standing out as one of the most fascinating and versatile tools in the prestigious Northern Light Series.

Designed without compromise, the NL3 Njord combines exceptional performance, the highest-quality materials, and a refined design, offering a unique user experience for both enthusiasts and professionals. At the heart of its extraordinary robustness lies the VG10 laminated steel blade—an advanced technological solution that guarantees strength, edge retention, and reliability even under the most demanding conditions.

Every detail of the Northern Light Series has been carefully crafted to create a strong, elegant, and comfortable knife that meets the highest standards. The NL3 Njord is not just a working tool: it is a knife that captivates at first glance and evokes genuine emotion every time it is held.

Intended Use: Hunting / Sports

Blade: hidden tang made of San-Mai laminated stainless steel (VG-10 and 420J2) at 59 HRC with a convex grind
Handle: oxhide leather rings, 420J2 steel guard, and aluminum pommel
Blade length: 150 mm.
Blade thickness: 6 mm.
Overall length: 268 mm.
Balance: forward
Weight: 266 g.
Sheath: high-quality leather for vertical belt carry
Notes: Previously purchased knife, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Excellent, never used and never removed from its sheath - small marks on the sheath due to age and storage
* Available on the market: Out of production in this variant
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present - with small imperceptible marks, caused by time and storage
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars of sharpening in all of Japan; you probably already have a knife in your collection that is the result of his passion: he has been collaborating for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech, and Randall Kings, developing blade bevels, sharpening, and polishing for them.

Intended use: Collection/Sports

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade finish: Acid etching
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta 
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 5.8mm.
Total length: 275mm.
Weight: 399g.
Sheath: Sunloid KD (Kydex) with Tek-Lok attachment
Packaging: -
Notes: In 2007, Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious Blade Show “Knife Of The Year Awards” with a project created in collaboration with SOG.

From the collaboration between FOX and WANDER TACTICAL comes the new URO. 

This knife combines a sturdy blade with an ergonomic handle, ideal for tackling a wide range of tasks. The handle design ensures a firm and secure grip even in cold or wet hand conditions proving to be an excellent choice both as a tactical tool and for outdoor activities.

Intended Use: Utility / Tactical / Outdoor

Production type: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Niolox 59/61HRC stainless steel with Acid Wash finish
Handle: Micarta
Blade Length: 155mm.
Blade thickness: 5.8mm.
Total length: 300mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 405g.
Sheath: made of Kydex, with Tek-Lok type attachment
Packaging: cardboard box with Fox logos
Notes: design by Wander Tactical 

Type of production: Artisan
Country of production: Italy
Blade: 60HRC Sleipner Steel
Blade Finish: PVD
Handle: Black Stabilised Birch with FatCarbon Darkmatter guard and carbon pins
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 294mm.
Balance: on the guard branch
Weight: 360g.
Scabbard: hand worked and sewn leather
Packaging and certificate: Cordura pouch and certificate of authenticity
Notes: unique knife handcrafted for Coltelleria Collini in Busto Arsizio - no. 256

Type of production: Artisanal
Blade production: Italy
Blade: Sleipner steel at 60HRC
Blade finish: satin
Handle: Ironwood with FatCarbon Darkmatter guard and carbon pins
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 294mm.
Balancing: on the guard branch
Weight: 345g.
Sheath: in worked and hand-stitched leather
Packaging and certificate: cordura case and certificate of authenticity
Notes: unique knife handcrafted for Collini Cutlery in Busto Arsizio - n. 257

The Mission Team 21 is a no-nonsense tactical knife that can also easily carry out many activities in the field. The handle has been designed to remain in the operator's hand even in difficult situations thanks to the finger grooves, finger guard and jimping. If necessary, the knife can also be used in survival situations.

Created with the guidance of Bill Hill (Command Master Chief-Seal Team 3 retired with over 30 years of real-time experience), this design has produced a great field tool for any theater. Very nice aesthetically, feels good in the hand and always performs at its best.

Intended use: Utility

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 steel 58 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Black River Wash
Handle: G10 Black
Blade length: 150 mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 300 mm.
Balancing: on the guard branch
Weight: 487g.
Sheath: in cordura
Packaging: Transparent plastic bag
Notes: Emergency whistle

Intended use:Survival/utlity

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Italy
Blade: Stainless Steel N690Co
Treatment Blade: Stonewashed
Handle: Black G10
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Overall length: 226mm.
Balancing: Set back to 1.5cm. the branch of the guard
Weight: 218g. (418g. Sheath)
Sheath: Nylon, MOLLE compatible
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Maserin
Notes: designed by Nicolai Lilin

Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artisans and scholars of all over Japan; Probably in your collection you will already have a knife that is the fruit of your passion. For several years, he has worked with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings for blades, sharpening and burring.

Purpose: Collection / Sportsman

Type of production: Artisan
Blade Production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade treatment: acidification with subsequent polishing and polishing of the wire
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 5.8mm.
Total Length: 275mm.
Weight: 390g.
Sheath: in thermoformed Kydex, with Tek-Lok attachment
Packing: cardboard box with Kiku Knives logos
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious award at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" in 2007 with a project made in collaboration with SOG Knives

Intended use: Utility / Military

Blade: 1095 56 / 58HRC carbon steel
Handle: Kraton G
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Length closed: - mm.
Total length: 305mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 475g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Kydex and cordura
Note: -

Winner of "American year knife" to Blade Show 2007.

The Pacific, born of the fruitful collaboration between Reeve and HARSEY is the civilian version of the model Green Beret created to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of "the 1st Special Forces Group" department that has operated in Asia and the Pacific; the name of the knife derives the operating environment of the department.

Intended use: Fighter / Utility Light
Type of production: semi-industrial
Blade: full tang CPM-S35VN Steel 55 / 57HRC with GunKote finish
Country of production: Idaho - USA
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade Thickness: 5.8mm.
Overall length: 315mm.
Balance: on the lower part of the guard
Weight: 336g.
Sheath: Nylon, made in USA, with leg attacks and Type M.O.L.L.E.
Notes: Certificate of guarantee and authenticity