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KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION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

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Commercially available: Findable.
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.

The CL1 Cleaver was born from Expat's extensive international culinary experience, both in the kitchen and in the wilderness. If you're looking for a versatile tool to use in the camp kitchen that can also do double duty as a wood splitter or clean up a camp area, then the Expat Cleaver should be at the top of your wish list..

“Expat” is a real person. An instructor, adventurer, world traveler and many other things mixed together. While working in some of the most dangerous areas of South America, Expat contacted ESEE seeking jungle survival training in extreme scenarios. Thus began a close partnership that has now lasted for more than 15 years.

Expat has traveled thousands of miles around the Third World, sometimes with the ESEE team, but always with ESEE products. From armored caravans in Colombia and expeditions to the Himalayas, to earthquakes in El Salvador and hunting in the Balkans, ESEE knives have been a constant companion. He has been a student, translator and instructor for Randall's Adventure Training. During his time abroad, he developed unique insights into tools and adventures and is currently working with ESEE to bring these designs and experiences to others.

What started with a knife cleaver will end up ... well, who knows? That is the whole purpose of the Expat Experience.

Intended Use: Outdoor Utility / Heavy Duty / Field Kitchen

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 55/57HRC steel
Blade Finish: Stone Washed Black Oxide
Handle: G10
Blade Length: 141mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 295mm.
Weight: 740g.
Sheath: leather blade cover, without belt or carry attachments or hooks
Packaging: cardboard box with ESEE logos.
Notes: previously purchased item, from private collection

Intended Use: Bushcraft / Utility

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 58/60HRC steel
Blade Finish: Black Traction Coating
Handle: Micarta
Blade Length: 115mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 225mm.
Weight: 219g.
Sheath: leather, belt, for vertical carry; Made in the USA
Packaging: cardboard box with ESEE logos.
Notes: modified handle version of Model 4, more suitable for precision work and bushcraft uses

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: D2 steel
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: Stainless steel and FRN
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 2.8mm.
Closed Length: 127mm.
Overall length: 216mm.
Thick when closed: 9mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 126g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Randall's Adventure & Training
Notes: Design by Jeff Randall & Mike Perrin

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: Stainless steel and FRN
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 2.8mm.
Closed Length: 127mm.
Overall length: 216mm.
Thick when closed: 9mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 126g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Randall's Adventure & Training
Notes: Design by Jeff Randall & Mike Perrin

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: Stainless steel and FRN
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 2.8mm.
Closed Length: 127mm.
Overall length: 216mm.
Thick when closed: 9mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 126g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Randall's Adventure & Training
Notes: Design by Jeff Randall & Mike Perrin

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Treatment Blade: Teflon coating
Handle: Stainless steel and FRN
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 2.8mm.
Closed Length: 127mm.
Overall length: 216mm.
Thick when closed: 9mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 126g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Randall's Adventure & Training
Notes: Design by Jeff Randall & Mike Perrin

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: Stainless steel and FRN
Blade length: 74mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Closed Length: 101mm.
Overall length: 176mm.
Thick when closed: 8mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 86g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Randall's Adventure & Training
Notes: Design by Jeff Randall & Mike Perrin

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Treatment Lama: Teflon
Handle: Stainless steel and FRN
Blade length: 74mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Closed Length: 101mm.
Overall length: 176mm.
Thick when closed: 8mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 86g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible
Sheath: -
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Randall's Adventure & Training
Notes: Design by Jeff Randall & Mike Perrin

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: D2 Steel
Handle: Stainless steel and FRN
Blade length: 74mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Closed Length: 101mm.
Overall length: 176mm.
Thick when closed: 8mm.
Weight: 86g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible
Packaging: Cardboard box with logos Randall's Adventure & Training
Notes: Design by Jeff Randall & Mike Perrin