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Benchmade - Foray AXIS 698-181 Gold Class Limited Edition - Damasteel and Carbon Fiber - PRIVATE COLLECTION
KNIFE ACQUIRED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like New
* Commercial Availability: No - Discontinued
* Sharpening: Original Factory Edge
* Marks on Blade: None
* Marks on Handle: None
* Box: Original, in like-new condition
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranty Documents: Benchmade certificates
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratoryThe Benchmade Foray 698-181 Gold Class is one of the most prestigious interpretations of the compact Foray, produced by Benchmade as a Limited Edition from the Gold Class series, the line dedicated to the most exclusive models in the American manufacturer's production.
Gold Class represents the pinnacle of the Benchmade philosophy: selected models are reinterpreted using premium materials, special machining and superior finishes, transforming a production knife into an object primarily intended for collecting.
The 698-181 combines a spectacular stainless Damasteel blade with Loki pattern with a handle made of marbled carbon fiber with mother-of-pearl inlays, creating a striking contrast between technical materials and natural details that makes each example visually distinctive.
One of the most sought-after versions of the Benchmade Foray
The Foray was conceived as a compact and elegant folder, characterized by balanced proportions and Benchmade's renowned AXIS Lock mechanism.
In the 698-181 Gold Class version, the technical foundation of the model is elevated through significantly more refined materials: Damasteel, marbled carbon fiber, mother of pearl, dark-finished components and anodized details.
The result is a knife that retains dimensions perfectly suited to EDC use, but whose materials, rarity and positioning place it primarily in the world of Benchmade collecting.
Loki Damasteel Blade
The blade measures approximately 82 mm and is made from stainless Damasteel with Loki pattern, with a declared hardness of approximately 58-60 HRC.
Damasteel is produced through the processing of different stainless steels using advanced metallurgical techniques that create the characteristic layered pattern visible across the blade surface.
The Loki pattern used on this version creates a particularly pronounced design and makes every blade slightly different from an aesthetic point of view.
The drop-point profile also preserves the functional character of the original Foray, offering a versatile and well-balanced geometry.
Marbled Carbon Fiber and Mother of Pearl
The handle uses marbled carbon fiber, a lightweight and structurally strong material characterized by an irregular, three-dimensional texture.
The handle scales incorporate mother-of-pearl inlays, producing different reflections and shades depending on the lighting and viewing angle. Historical specifications for this model identify these inlays as Black Lip Mother of Pearl.
It is precisely this combination of technical carbon fiber and natural material that gives the 698-181 a personality clearly distinct from standard Foray versions.
Gold Class Details
The 698-181 version also features a number of details specific to the Gold Class configuration:
- Loki Pattern Damasteel blade
- Marbled Carbon Fiber handle
- Black Lip Mother of Pearl inlays
- Steel liners with DLC coating
- DLC-coated hardware
- Anodized thumb stud
- Anodized barrel spacers
- Reversible tip-up deep-carry clip with DLC coating
- AXIS Lock locking system
These features belong to the 2018 Gold Class configuration of the model, now discontinued and particularly appealing to Benchmade collectors.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: Benchmade
Model: Foray 698-181
Series: Gold Class Limited Edition
Year: 2018
Production Status: Discontinued
Production: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Type: Folding knife
Opening: Manual via thumb stud
Lock: AXIS Lock
Blade Profile: Drop Point
Steel: Stainless Damasteel
Pattern: Loki
Hardness: approximately 58-60 HRC
Blade Length: approximately 82 mm
Blade Thickness: approximately 3.5 mm
Closed Length: approximately 105 mm
Overall Length: approximately 186 mm
Handle Thickness: approximately 14 mm
Weight: approximately 98 g
Handle: marbled carbon fiber with Black Lip Mother of Pearl inlays
Liners: steel with DLC coating
Clip: reversible deep-carry, tip-up, DLC-coated steel
Pouch: Benchmade Gold Class fabric pouchBM-698-181AP€778.69Only 1 leftOnly 1 left
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Boker - Super Conductor Limited Edition - CPM-MagnaCut & Titanium + Carbon Fiber - BO-110901 - collector's knife
The Boker Super Conductor is an exclusive premium EDC folding knife that combines cutting-edge materials engineering with the renowned manufacturing tradition of Solingen, Germany. At the heart of the design is a MagnaCut steel blade, hardened to 62 HRC ±1, offering an exceptional balance of edge retention, impact resistance, and corrosion protection. The result is long-lasting cutting ability and reliable performance in both everyday use and the most demanding applications.
Designed by renowned designer Brian Efros, the Super Conductor stems from a holistic vision in which every component contributes to the tool’s overall efficiency. The blade, featuring a Drop Point profile, false bevel, and Saber Grind, ensures high operational versatility while guaranteeing precision and structural integrity.
The modern, technical aesthetic is enhanced by the refined two-tone stonewash and satin finish, while the titanium handle with carbon fiber insert ensures a perfect balance between lightness, strength, and ergonomics. Rounding out the features are a reliable Frame Lock, quick opening via a Flipper, and a practical felt sheath included.
Produced in a limited series of only 350 pieces worldwide, the Boker Super Conductor is an exclusive offering for collectors and enthusiasts seeking premium materials, contemporary design, and uncompromising performance.
Intended use: Sport / Collectible
Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Germany
Blade: CPM-MagnaCut steel, 62 HRC
Blade finish: Satin and Stone Washed
Handle: Titanium with carbon fiber inserts
Blade length: 87 mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2mm.
Overall length: 200mm.
Weight: 120g.
Clip: Titanium, removable
Closure: Frame lock
Packaging: Cardboard box with Boker logos, felt pouch with zipper
Notes: Design by Brian Efros - Limited edition of only 350 numbered piecesBO-110901€286.07Only 1 leftOnly 1 left
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Boker - M4 Sherman Damast Rose Gold - Limited Edition - 110118DAM - collection knife
The Boker M4 Sherman-Damast Rose Gold is not simply a knife, but a true tribute to one of the most iconic military vehicles in history: the M4 Sherman tank.
Crafted in collaboration with Americans at the Wartime Museum in Virginia, the knife integrates a truly unique element: the 80-layer Damascus steel blade is hand-forged by renowned bladesmith Chad Nichols using materials from restored M4 Sherman tanks. The Customized Ladder motif visually recalls the traces left by the tank's tracks on the ground, symbolizing the profound mark left by the Sherman in history.
This special edition is embellished with an elegant rose gold coating on the blade, clips and screws. The folding knife opens with one hand thanks to the pinball or thumb stud and is securely locked by the sturdy Frame Lock, while the Hinderer Lock-Stop system protects the mechanism from overextension, ensuring greater durability.
Intended use: CollectionType of production: Industrial
Country of production: Germany
Blade: Chad Nichols handcrafted 80-ply stainless damask steel from M4 Sherman parts
Handle: Stonewashed titanium and forged carbon fiber with anodized titanium viteria and damask spacer
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Total length: 178mm.
Weight: 95g.
Clip: in titanium, obtained from solid
Closure: Frame Lock
Packaging: PVC display box that lets the knife "float" inside, making it visible from all sides
Notes: Limited Edition, Numbered, Made of Only 500 Pieces - Numbered Warranty Certificate - Gray Cotton CaseBO-110118DAM€572.95Only 1 leftOnly 1 left -
Microtech - Socom Delta RAM-LOK - Dual Tone Plain M390MK & Frag Pattern Champagne Gold - 160RL-1FRCG-C19Z23 - Knife
The Socom Delta represents the modern evolution of a Microtech icon, setting extremely high standards in the world of tactical and utility knives. A direct descendant of the legendary Socom introduced in 1996, the Delta carries on its legacy while taking it to the next level in terms of ergonomics, durability, and operational versatility. Available with a clip-point or tanto blade, it guarantees top-notch performance in any situation. The integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and the large pivot, which allows for easy opening even while wearing gloves, reinforce its professional appeal. Its rugged reliability makes it a top choice even in the most demanding environments, now featuring RAM-LOK technology.
This rugged reimagining of the crossbar lock features Microtech’s signature stepped pattern, made famous by the Ultratech series’ activation switches. The blade’s wide cutout provides space for reverse middle-finger movements and for the standard slow-rotation thumb opening, with or without gloves. If neither of these is preferred, simply pull down the RAM-LOK and the blade opens with a simple flick of the wrist. The aluminum handles are slightly textured, offering excellent grip potential for both standard and reverse grips.
Intended Use: Tactical / Military / Collectible
Manufacturing Type: Midtech
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: M390MK stainless steel, 60-61 HRC
Blade finish: Standard (Dual Tone, Satin, and Cerakote)
Handle: Frag Pattern aluminum with Cerakote finish
Blade length: 101 mm
Blade thickness: 3.5 mm
Closed length: 129 mm
Overall length: 233 mm
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Weight: 152g.
Lock: RAM-LOK (Crossbar Lock / Axis Lock)
Clip: Stainless steel, removable and reversible (tip-up)
Packaging: Cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: Design by Anthony Marfione160RL-1FRCG-Z23€446.72Only 0 leftOnly 0 left
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Cold Steel - AK-47 - Aluminium - 58LAK - knife
KNIFE RETRIEVED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Retrieved from a private collector, previously purchased
* Condition: Generally good, never used
* Commercial availability: Out of production in this configuration
* Sharpening: Factory edge
* Blade marks: A slight “polishing” mark on the left side
* Handle marks: None
* Box: Present, not in like-new condition
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranty: -
* Inspected and Certified by our internal laboratoryAn iconic knife in Cold Steel’s production, known for its robustness and reliability. Compared to more recent versions, it stands out for the Ultra Lock™ blade locking system, which allows smoother opening than the more recently adopted Tri-Ad Lock™.
Intended use: Tactical / Military
Production type: Industrial
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Blade finish: Tuff-Ex™, the specific name used by Cold Steel for its high-resistance Teflon-based coating
Blade manufacturing: Taiwan
Handle: Aluminum with Grivory insert
Blade length: 90 mm
Blade thickness: 3.5 mm
Closed length: 142 mm
Overall length: 232 mm
Balance: -
Weight: 198 g
Locking system: Ultra Lock™
Clip: Removable and reversible, stainless steel
Sheath: -
Notes: -CS58LAK-CP€160.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 left
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Rockstead - HIGO II X-FCF - ZDP-189 & Dark Matter Gold Carbon Fiber - folding knife
Higo is one of the most beloved models for Rockstead Knives fans around the world, and HIGOⅡX, with a custom Dark Matter Gold (DMG) carbon fiber coating and a titanium back layer, is one more step in the pursuit of perfection. The blade is made of ZDP189 super stainless steel and features a unique convexity with gradually reduced angle (30 degrees at the middle and 24 degrees at the tip). The variable blade angle is the result of Rockstead's long quest for superior sharpness and cutting ability.
Blade: ZDP-189 stainless steel at 66.7HRC
Handle: anodized titanium and Dark Matter Gold carbon fiber
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2mm.
Total length: 216mm.
Weight: 138g.
Closure: Frame Lock with SKD11 casement at 61HRC
Clip: made of 402J2 steel at 48HRC
Notes: Accompanied by warranty certificate with full technical specifications - Please note that the knife you receive will have a different serial number and production date than the model shown in the photographs.RO-HIGIIX-ZDPDMG€1,549.18Only 0 leftOnly 0 left
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Citadel - Nordic hunter knife - 288 - craft knife
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.CI-NORDIC€159.84
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Benchmade - Foray Axis - Gold Class Limited Edition - 698-181 - knife
Intended use: Collection
Type of production: Industrial
Lama production: USA
Blade: damascus inox by Damasteel with Loki design
Blade treatment: -
Handle: marbled carbon fiber with mother-of-pearl inserts
Blade length: 82mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Length closed: 101mm.
Total length: 186mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Weight: 98g.
Closure: AXIS Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, in stainless steel
Sheath: Black fabric bag with golden Benchmade logos
Packaging: "Gold Class" cardboard box with Benchmade logos - Black casket with rubber finish and Benchmade logos in gold color - Certificate of guarantee and authenticity
Notes: Limited Edition 2018 - each piece is numbered on the blade, box and certificatesBM-698-181€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
United - Legends in Steel - Gawaine Dagger - UC1389 - Fantasy Knife
The seventh edition in the Legends In Steel® Collection, a series of historically inspired designs of medieval European period blades, is the dagger and signet ring of the mythical Sir Gawaine, who was King Arthur’s nephew and one of the “Knights of the Round Table.” This classic dagger features intricately detailed cast metal parts with an antique silver plated finish and a leather-wrapped grip. The pommel and signet ring both feature matching seals. Includes a certificate of authenticity and a wood display stand with signet ring holder.
UC1389 Gawaine™ knife
Overall LENGTH: 15-5/16"
BLADE LENGTH: 9-3/4"
BLADE THICKNESS: 5/32"
BLADE MATERIAL: 420 stainless steel, double-edged, milled blood groove on both sides.
handle MATERIAL: Cast metal guard and pommel with an antique silver plated finish, genuine leather-wrapped grip.
Display: 5-3/4" x 5-3/8" x 4-7/8" wood, includes hardware, instructions.
Legends in Steel® is a registered trademark of United® Cutlery Corp.UC1389€61.48
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Boker - Tirpitz Damascus - Limited Edition - 110190DAM - folding knife
Intended Use: Collection
Type of production: Industrial
Production Country: Germany
Blade: stainless Damascus steel 300 layers, from the German battleship Tirpitz was sunk 12 November 1944
Blade treatment: -
Handle: aluminum to silicon AlMgSi1 anodized in color navy blue and walnut inlay in German
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Overall length: 230mm.
Weight: 165g.
Clip: reversible and removable, stainless steel
Lock: Liner Lock
Packaging: PVC box exhibition that leaves "float" the knife in it, making it visible from all sides
Notes: Certificate of warranty - Case in red cotton - Exemplary limited numbered edition on the handleBO-110190DAM€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
Bob Dozier - DH-FH - Black and Burgundy Micarta - handmade knife
Intended use: Sports / Collection
Type of production: handmade
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: D2 steel 61HRC
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: Micarta black and burgundy, folders and spacers Titanium
Blade length: 102mm.
Blade Thickness: 3.5mm.
Closed Length: 133mm.
Overall length: 234mm.
Weight: 212g.
Lock: Liner Lock
Clip: -
Notes: made entirely by hand by Bob Dozier in 201312521€696.72Out of stock -
Allen Elishewitz - Suppressor - Wilson Tactical 2012 Custom Alliance - handmade knife
Handmade knife made in 2012 by Allen Elishewitz specifically for the collection "Wilson Tactical Custom Alliance". They were made only 10 copies, all numbered on the blade.
Intended Use: Collection
Type of production: made entirely by hand
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: made and bevelled by hand, in the CTS-XHP stainless steel 60HRC
Blade treatment: satin hand
Handle: full scales brushed titanium with grips briar stabilized Ironwood and custom screws
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Closed Length: 130mm.
Overall length: 225mm.
closed Thickness: 13mm.
Weight: 172g.
Closing: framelock
Clip: titanium bead blasted
Notes: Entirely handmade by Allen Elishewitz - Exemplary serialized, number # 9 of 10 products12487€778.69Out of stock -
Master of Defense - CQD Mark II by Duane Dieter - knife
Master of Defense - CQD Mark II by Duane Dieter - knife
Intended use: Tactical / Collection
Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: 154CM stainless steel with titanium nitride
Handle: aeronautical aluminum with non-slip inserts and skull-crasher
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Closed Length: -
Overall length: 200mm.
Thick when closed: -
Weight: 122g.
Closure: Button Lock with secure additional system
Clip: removable and reversible, stainless steel
Packaging: cardboard box with logos M.O.D. Master of Defense and warranty certificates - Nylon sheath with MOLLE attacksMARKII€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 left
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Bob Dozier - DH-SK - Westinghouse White Paper Micarta with Red Lines - handmade knife
Intended use: Sports / Collection
Type of production: handmade
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: D2 steel 61HRC
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: White Westinghouse Micarta with red lines, folders and spacers Titanium
Blade length: 77mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Closed Length: 100mm.
Overall length: 178mm.
Weight: 102g.
Lock: Liner Lock
Clip: titanium, removable
Notes: totally handmade by Bob Dozier in 201112520€573.77Out of stock
Sports, Outdoor, Tactical, and Collectible Knives: The Collini Selection
For over 50 years, Coltelleria Collini has been a reference point in Italy for the world of specialized cutlery. Since 1968, we have been selecting sports, outdoor, professional, and collectible knives, collaborating exclusively with official brands, historical manufacturers, and master artisans.
In this category, you will find thousands of original knives, chosen for demanding collectors, EDC, outdoor, and bushcraft enthusiasts, as well as professional operators who require reliability, quality materials, and consistent performance over time.
Military & Tactical Knives
Knives designed for heavy-duty and professional use, where robustness and reliability are paramount. We select world-leading brands such as Extrema Ratio, Zero Tolerance, Ka-Bar, and Cold Steel. Fixed and folding blades developed to withstand extreme conditions.
Sports & Outdoor Knives
From trekking to hiking, from bushcraft to everyday carry (EDC). Discover the Italian excellence of Fox Knives and LionSteel, the Nordic solidity of Fallkniven, and great classics like Opinel and Spyderco.
Collectible & Rare Knives
Custom, vintage, limited edition, and discontinued knives. Through our Approved program, we acquire, evaluate, and certify private collections, offering our customers access to rare, display, and investment-grade blades.
Why choose Coltelleria Collini since 1968
We are not just an e-commerce site, but a historic cutlery shop with direct experience on the products we offer. Buying from us guarantees:
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