Approved - knives withdrawn from private collections, checked, overhauled and certified by Coltelleria Collini

KNIFE ACQUIRED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: excellent, no marks on the blade or handle, only a few minor signs of wear on the Kydex sheath
* Available on the market: still available, though with a different handle and finish
* Sharpening: factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: none
* Marks on handle: none
* Box: not included (TOPS models are sold without a box)
* Sheath: included, with some minor signs of wear
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Tops Tom Brown Tracker is a knife that has been appreciated by survival enthusiasts for many years and is designed to handle any outdoor situation. Featuring a full-tang blade with a distinctive multi-section profile—ideal for cutting, carving, splitting, and skinning—it offers exceptional versatility. Crafted from 1095 carbon steel with a protective coating and an ergonomic Micarta handle, the Tracker combines strength, control, and reliability, making it an iconic tool for survivalists and bushcrafters.

Intended Use: Sports / Collectible

Production Type: Industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Black Traction Coating”
Handle: Micarta
Blade Length: 160mm.
Blade Thickness: 6.5mm.
Overall Length: 302mm.
Balance: at the lower guard
Weight: 595g.
Sheath: thermoformed Kydex, with dual multi-position clip
Notes: Designed by Tom Brown, featured in the film The Hunted starring Benicio Del Toro—entirely made in the USA—each knife is numbered.

PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED KNIFE, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private seller, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Availability on the market: Hard to find
* Sharpening: Factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: A few small abrasions visible against the light on the mirror finish
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present and complete
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Rockstead HIGO II in titanium is not simply a high-end folding knife: it is the ultimate embodiment of Japanese philosophy applied to cutting, where every detail is pushed to the limits of perfection.

The minimalist, flawless titanium handle serves as a counterpoint to a ZDP-189 blade hardened to extreme hardness and finished with an almost unreal mirror polish. The result is not merely aesthetic: it is a living surface, capable of gliding through material with a smoothness and continuity that few knives in the world can offer.

Rockstead’s proprietary convex geometry does more than just cut: it separates, controls, and guides. It is a blade designed for those who recognize the difference between extreme sharpness and true long-term efficiency.

The HIGO II is an object for connoisseurs, where tolerances, treatments, and finishes are not mere technical specifications, but part of a precise language.

Intended use: Collectible / Sport

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: ZDP-189 stainless steel, hardened to 66.5 HRC
Blade finish: mirror polished
Handle: titanium
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 120mm.
Total length: 216mm.
Closed thickness: 12.2mm.
Weight: 136g.
Opening mechanism: ambidextrous pivot 
Washers: brass
Closure: FrameLock with SKD11 striker at 61HRC
Clip: removable, 420J2 stainless steel with PVD coating
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: knife from a private collection, previously purchased

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: excellent, little use and not heavy use
* Available on the market: still available, although with a different handle
* Sharpness: factory sharp, little wear
* Marks on blade: minimal marks on blade treatment that do not compromise its use in any way
* Marks on handle: minimal signs of use
* Box: not present, as with most Tops models
* Sheath: present, with minimal signs of wear
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Tops Tom Brown Tracker is a knife that has been appreciated by survival enthusiasts for many years and is designed to handle any outdoor situation. Featuring a full tang blade with a distinctive multi-section profile—ideal for cutting, carving, splitting, and skinning—it offers exceptional versatility. Made of 1095 carbon steel with a protective coating and ergonomic Micarta handle, the Tracker combines strength, control, and reliability, making it an iconic tool for survivalists and bushcrafters.

Intended use: Sports / Collection

Type of production: industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Black Traction Coating” (anti-reflective/non-slip)
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 302 mm.
Balance: at the lower guard branch
Weight: 595 g. (744 g. including sheath)
Sheath: Kydex, tactical with double multi-position clip
Notes: Design by Tom Brown, used in the film The Hunted with Benicio Del Toro, entirely handmade in the USA, each knife is numbered.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition, with only a small mark on the blade, no packaging or certificates
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: a small mark on the upper right side of the blade
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: Collection / Heavy Duty

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Italy
Blade: D2 steel at 59/61HRC with cryogenic tempering
Blade treatment: Raw
Handle: 2mm titanium scales with micarta grip
Blade length: 93mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Closed length: 124mm.
Total length: 214mm.
Closed thickness: 24mm.
Weight: 193g.
Opening: Carson Flipper system / Ambidextrous opening pins on the blade
Closing: Rockers Arm 8.11
Clip: stonewashed titanium, removable and reversible
Packaging: Plastic case with Wander Tactical logos
Notes: Limited Edition, entirely handmade - knife previously purchased from a private collection

PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED AXE, FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Withdrawn from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Same as new, never used
* Available on the market: Difficult to find
* Sharpening: Factory
* Signs on blade: None
* Signs on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: -
* Controlled and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Designed to offer a compact yet extremely effective tool in emergency situations, Fireman's Backup was born from field experience and a careful analysis of the real operational needs of rescuers. The project is designed by Allen Jensen, a renowned outdoor designer and scout leader, who developed this tool after studying data and feedback from agencies and teams involved in wildfire management and emergency operations.

Due to its robustness and reliability, Fireman's Backup has been adopted not only by firefighters and emergency teams, but also by SWAT units, government agencies, and specialized military units, which use it as a support tool in tactical and forced-access operations.

Intended use: Heavy Utility / Tactical / Emergency / Breaching Tool

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: 1095 carbon steel full tang
Blade finish: BTC (black traction coating)
Handle: micarta
Blade length: 126x132mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 325mm.
Weight: 775gr
Sheath: in Kydex and Nylon, with rotating multi-position clip
Packaging: -
Notes: previously purchased, from a private collection

The Barachin knife is a true gem of Piedmontese craftsmanship: featuring a hand-forged carbon steel blade and a handle made from fine local woods, it perfectly combines rural tradition with functional design. Designed to be opened one-handed thanks to its innovative tang-twist locking system without welds, this knife is ideal both for blade enthusiasts and those in search of a sturdy everyday tool.

Each piece is unique, finished with a rustic character that highlights its handcrafted nature, and comes with a certificate of authenticity certifying its handmade Italian origin. Perfect as a collectible or practical daily tool, the Barachin tells a story of valleys, skilled hands, and genuine materials, making it distinctive for lovers of tradition and those seeking authenticity.

Intended use: Everyday use / collectible
Production type: Handmade, entirely crafted in Italy
Country of production: Italy (Piedmont, Monregalese Valley)
Blade: Hand-forged carbon steel, salt-bath hardened and tempered
Blade finish: Raw (“rustic”) surface, finely worked edge
Handle: One-piece laburnum wood
Blade length: Approx. 8 cm
Blade thickness: Approx. 2 mm
Closed length: 110 mm
Total length: Approx. 193 mm (varies based on specific wood/handle)
Weight: 80 g
Locking system: Integrated tang-twist system that locks the blade without joints or welds
Packaging: Each knife comes with a handmade authenticity certificate
Notes: Each piece is unique, crafted by Danielo Mauro Blacksmith Forgemaster. Rustic finishes make each knife different – variability in materials and dimensions due to manual workmanship

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: acquired from a private collector, previously purchased
* Condition: good, unused
* Availability: still available on the market, in a different version
* Sharpening: factory edge, excellent condition
* Blade marks: some near the handle, likely caused by contact with the sheath
* Handle marks: none
* Box: not included, as with most Tops models
* Sheath: included, with a superficial cut (see photos) near the snap button
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Silent Hero was designed by Anton Du Plessis, then Head of Operations for the Silent Heroes Foundation Special Interdiction Unit, whose mission was to fight poaching in South Africa. This knife needed to be durable, versatile, and able to withstand field use — requirements that shaped the design of both the blade and the handle. It is built to handle heavy-duty tasks.

The ergonomic handle ensures a secure grip. The hole in the lower guard branch can be used to attach the knife to a stick or pole when needed.

The blade features a finger choil that allows for a firm grip and precise control for detailed cuts. Its recurved tip design makes the knife ideal for slicing while providing extra tip strength. This makes it perfect for bushcraft, survival, and tactical applications.

The black leather sheath is robust and complements the knife perfectly.

Intended use: Sport / Collection

Production type: industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Sniper Gray” finish
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm
Blade thickness: 4.8mm
Total length: 294mm
Balance: aligned with the guard branch
Weight: 321g (439g with sheath)
Sheath: leather
Notes: each knife is individually serialized

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

* Provenance: collected from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Available on the market: discontinued
* Sharpening: factory
* Signs on blade: none
* Signs on handle: none
* Box: -
* Sheath: equal to the new
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: -
* Controlled and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Benchmade Lone Wolf Mountainside Skinner takes the classic skinning knife to the next level. Designed with a traditional line and a handle angle designed to maximize ergonomics, it offers surprising comfort even during prolonged use. The blade pin features wide knurls (jimping) that ensure safe grip control, while the generous finger choil allows for a stable and precise hand position during the most delicate work phases.

Born from the Lone Wolf philosophy, this knife reflects a deep dedication to the outdoors: combining the contributions of professional hunters, modern technology, and a timeless traditional style, the result is a reliable and high-performance tool, designed to accompany you when it really matters. This is your knife.

Intended use: Sporty / Collection

Type of production: industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: Full tang in N680 stainless steel with stonewashed finish
Handle: Wood
Blade length: 6.4mm.
Blade thickness: 3.1mm.
Total length: 177mm.
Balance: Backward
Weight: 148g.
Sheath: leather
Note: Design by Lone Wolf Knives, Manufactured by Benchmade - Previously purchased knife, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: acquired from a private collector, previously purchased
* Condition: good, lightly used and not heavily worn
* Availability: still available on the market, though with a different handle version
* Sharpening: factory edge, slightly worn
* Blade marks: none on the treated area, slight oxidation spots on the edge
* Handle marks: none
* Box: not included, as with most Tops models
* Sheath: included, with friction marks on the Kydex and oxidation on the metal clips
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Tops Tom Brown Tracker is a survival knife highly appreciated for many years by outdoor enthusiasts, designed to tackle any wilderness challenge. Featuring a full tang blade with a distinctive multi-section profile — ideal for cutting, carving, chopping and skinning — it delivers outstanding versatility. Made of 1095 carbon steel with a protective coating and an ergonomic Micarta handle, the Tracker combines strength, control, and reliability, making it an iconic tool for survivalists and bushcrafters.

Intended use: Sport / Collection

Production type: industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Black Traction Coating” (anti-glare / anti-slip)
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm
Blade thickness: 6.5mm
Total length: 302mm
Balance: aligned with lower guard branch
Weight: 595g (744g with sheath)
Sheath: tactical Kydex with dual multiposition clip
Notes: Design by Tom Brown, featured in the film “The Hunted” with Benicio Del Toro, handmade in the USA, each knife individually numbered.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: 2022 model in excellent overall condition, a few imperceptible abrasions on the handle and a couple of superficial scratches visible only when held up to the light on the tip of the blade
* Available on the market: Difficult to find
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: a couple of superficial scratches visible only when held up to the light on the tip of the blade
* Marks on handle: a few imperceptible abrasions on the handle
* Box: Present and complete
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Rockstead brand, owned by Ishida Co. of Sakai, Japan, currently markets the best industrial knives currently in production.

Created by Katsumi Kitano, who has been producing high-quality knives for over 20 years and has been awarded the highest recognition among artisan knife makers in Japan, these knives are exceptional in terms of cutting ability, penetration, and edge retention, as well as in terms of innovation in the materials used and construction techniques.

Intended use: Collection / Sports

Type of production: Midtech
Country of production: Sakai - Japan
Blade: ZDP-189 stainless steel at 67.3 HRC
Blade treatment: Mirror polished
Handle: A7075 duralumin with Hv400 hardness anodization
Blade length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 3.3 mm.
Closed length: 104 mm.
Total length: 176 mm.
Closed thickness: 11.4 mm.
Weight: 74 g.
Closure: FrameLock with SUS420J2 50 HRC latch
Clip: removable, 1mm SUS420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, cardboard outer box, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: Serial number 848 - Manufactured in 2022

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: A few small marks from time.
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Espotive box present, with a few small marks due to time
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

2014 knife created through a collaboration between Fox and Hill Knives that commemorates the ISAF (International Security Forces) and ANSF (Afghan National Security Forces) memorial unveiled Sept. 22, 2013, in Kabul, Afghanistan, to honor fallen military personnel during peacekeeping operations in the country. The monument, with inscriptions in English, Pashtu and Dari, is a tribute to the different nationalities involved in the missions. The unveiling ceremony was attended by dignitaries from the Afghan government, security forces and ISAF, underscoring the value of remembrance and the sacrifices made.

Intended Use: Tactical/Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Stainless steel N690Co
Blade finish: hard ceramic coated
Handle: G10
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Total length: 279mm.
Weight: 220g.
Sheath: made of Kydex, with MOLLE clip
Packaging: Cardboard box / display box with ISAF and Fox Knives symbols and logos
Notes: Designed by Hill Knives - previously purchased knife from a private collection

KNIFE FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like New
* Availability: Hard to Find
* Sharpening: Factory Edge
* Blade Marks: None
* Handle Marks: None
* Packaging: Complete, cardboard box with manufacturer's logos
* Sheath: Handmade leather, in good condition with slight signs of age
* Manuals, Certificates & Warranty: Warranty certificates included
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Outdoor Edge Flip n' Blaze FZB-20 is a versatile and innovative hunting knife designed to deliver excellent performance during hunting activities. Featuring two independent blades—one for skinning and one for gutting—this tool enables precise and effortless field dressing. The ergonomic orange Kraton handle ensures a secure, non-slip grip even in wet conditions, while the Lockback mechanism provides safe usage. With a total length of 18.5 cm and weighing just 113 g, the Flip n' Blaze is easily portable thanks to the included nylon sheath. A reliable companion for every demanding hunter.

Intended Use: Hunting
Production Type: Industrial
Country of Origin: China
Blade: 8Cr13MoV stainless steel with vacuum heat treatment and sub-zero quenching
Blade Finish: Satin
Handle: Orange Kraton with TPR inserts and stainless steel liners
Blade Length: 81 mm
Blade Thickness: 2.5 mm
Total Length: 185 mm
Weight: 113 g
Locking Mechanism: Lockback
Clip: Not included
Packaging: Black nylon sheath
Notes: Features two independent blades for skinning and gutting; ergonomic handle with Traction-Slots for a secure grip; one-handed opening with thumb stud; lifetime manufacturer’s warranty.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased.
* Condition: Very Good
* Commercially available Hard to find.
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Packaging: Complete, cardboard box with manufacturer's logos.
* Scabbard: Leather, handcrafted, in good condition, with a few small marks given by time
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Warranty Certificates.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Small Gamer SG3.0 & by Silver Stag Knives is a compact hunting knife designed to ensure precision and reliability when working with small game. Made from high-quality D2 steel, it offers excellent wear resistance and long-lasting sharpness. Its ergonomic design with deer antler handle ensures a firm and comfortable grip. Perfect for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts, the Small Gamer is an excellent choice for those seeking a practical, stylish and functional knife.

Intended use: hunting/collecting

Type of production: semi-industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: D2 steel
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: deer horn with brass through-guard
Blade length: 72mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Total length: 180mm.
Weight: 86g.
Sheath: machined leather, with belt loop for vertical carry
Packaging: cardboard box with manufacturer's logos
Notes: previously purchased knife from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available: In production
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: lacking clear plastic pouch, TOPS products do not have box
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.

The Sonoran Desert covers nearly 260,000 square kilometers between the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. For someone like Dave who spends more time off-grid in this region than in places with modern conveniences, it is clear that his experience in the field ensures the quality of this knife. The Sonoran is designed to excel and meet virtually any challenge in extreme environments such as this.

Dave, known as “Desert Dave,” is a legendary figure: his expertise in primitive skills makes him one of the nation's leading experts in Stone Age survival techniques. Not surprisingly, he has added the role of Knife Designer to his already impressive resume. The Sonoran represents his idea of the ideal knife: a perfect balance of functionality and tradition.

With lines inspired by the classic Puukko, but with a slightly raised tip and an ergonomically designed, modern handle, the Sonoran combines traditional aesthetics with contemporary practicality. This knife is not just a tool: it is a reliable companion for those who live adventure and face nature with courage.

Intended Use: Allrounder Light Utility

Production Type: Semi-Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 58/60HRC steel
Blade Finish: Tumble Finish
Handle: G10
Blade Length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Weight: 95g.
Sheath: leather, belt
Packaging: -
Notes: previously purchased knife, from a private collection, like new

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

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private individual, previously purchased
* Conditions: in like-new condition
* Available on the market: No longer available
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: /
* Sheath: hand-made leather in good condition
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: No
* Checked and Certified by our internal laboratory

Intended use: collection/sports

Type of production: Handcrafted
Blade production: Cambodia
Blade: mirror-finish DNH7 carbon steel
Blade treatment: brut de forge
Handle: wood and horn
Blade length: approx. 120mm.
Blade thickness: approx. 5.5mm.
Total length: approx. 250mm.
Balance: -
Weight: approx. 228g.
Lock: 1.5cm set back
Sheath: Handcrafted leather
Notes: -

Citadel Knives and Swords is a sword and knife manufacturer based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Despite the country's reputation as an exotic and remote location, the company is easily accessible, located close to the city's international airport. The workshop is modest but houses an impressive range of high-quality Japanese swords and knives.

Founded by Dominique Eluere in the 1990s, Citadel has combined the expertise of French and local craftsmen to produce blades that rival the best in the world. Eluere began by training Cambodian blacksmiths to make French table knives, later evolving into the production of Japanese swords.

The quality of Citadel swords is world renowned, thanks to the use of traditional Japanese techniques and a meticulous manufacturing process. Each katana is heat treated, creating a blade with varying hardness along the edge and spine, a hallmark of true katanas. The hilt is fully encased in high-quality stingray leather, a rarity compared to common panels.

Attention to detail extends to every element, with every component custom-made for each blade. This includes the tsuba (sword guard) and habaki (blade collar), both of which are hand-crafted and fitted, ensuring perfect fit and functionality.

In addition to katanas, Citadel also produces European swords and knives, maintaining the same philosophy of quality and functionality. Production is artisanal, with particular attention to polishing and finishing, often done by hand with sandpaper and whetstones.

Citadel is proud of its Cambodian roots, with local workers looking up to Eluere as a father figure and deeply involved in maintaining the company's high standards.

In short, Citadel Knives and Swords represents a perfect fusion of tradition, craftsmanship and innovation, offering products that are truly functional works of art. These tools, while expensive, represent an investment in quality and craftsmanship that is hard to match.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available: no longer available, 1992 product.
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: -
* Marks on handle: -
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Paper Certificate.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Sporting / Collection

Type of Production: Industrial
Country of Production: France
Blade: stainless steel 12C27
Blade Treatment: Satin
Handle: Indian rosewood with steel insert
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 1.5mm.
Length closed: 107mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Weight: 60g.
Closure: Viro-Block
Packaging: cardboard box, certificate

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: In excellent, like-new condition
* Commercially available: Still in production
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection / Sporting

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: Hitachi YXR7 steel at 64 HRC
Blade treatment: Black Hard Anodized at Hv400 hardness
Handle: Duraluminum A7075 with anodized to Hv400 hardness
Blade length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 3.3mm.
Length closed: 104mm.
Total length: 176mm.
Thickness when closed: 11.4mm.
Weight: 74g.
Opening: via ambidextrous pin 
Washers: steel
Closure: FrameLock with clapper made of SKD11 at 61HRC
Clip: removable, 1mm 420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: serial number 338 - Production date 20/03/2019

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in good condition, some minor abrasion on clip and hardware
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: Small abrasions on clip and hardware.
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection / Sporting

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: Hitachi YXR7 steel at 64.7 HRC
Blade treatment: Black Titanium mirror coat
Handle: Duraluminum A7075 with anodizing to Hv400 hardness
Blade length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 3.3mm.
Length closed: 104mm.
Total length: 176mm.
Thickness when closed: 11.4mm.
Weight: 74g.
Opening: via ambidextrous pin 
Washers: steel
Closure: FrameLock with clapper made of SKD11 at 61HRC
Clip: removable, 1mm 420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: serial number 014 - Production date October 9, 2009

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

* Type: Previously purchased and used. 
* Condition: Very good condition, with a few small marks on blade and handle.
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Professionally re-sharpened.
* Marks on blade: Small, unnoticeable scratches on the tip of the blade.
* Marks on handle: A small mark near the clip housing.
* Packaging: Yes
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: /
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: China (by Reate Knives)
Blade: Elmax stainless steel
Blade finish: satin finish
Handle: green cavnas micarta with brass spacer
Blade length: 87mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Length closed: 114mm
Total length: 203mm.
Thickness when closed: 14mm.
Weight: 85g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: flush, stainless steel, removable and reversible
Packaging: cardboard box with Giant Mouse logos
Notes: discontinued knife, winner of the "2023 BEST EDC CHAMPION" award by Carryology

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: In very good condition
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: -
* Marks on handle: - -
* Box: marketed in silk pouch.
* Scabbard: Leather, belt, original, with a few small marks given by time.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: present.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



The HIGO-MH-DLC folder features a 3.5-inch YXR7 blade with DLC coating and Micarta handle. The incredible mirror finish is achieved by heat treating the blade and gradually grinding by hand with wet and dry sandpaper of 400, 600, 800, 1,200 and 2,000. The HIGO-MH-DLC comes with a black leather belt case with a slot to hold the included torx wrench.

Country of manufacture: Japan
Type of manufacture: midtech
Blade: DLT571 steel (Hitachi YXR7 at 64.1HRC with 3micron HPC coating and hardness of Hv1300)
Handle: 2mm stainless steel sus402J2 at 52HRC with micarta handles
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Total length: 216mm.
Weight: 139g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel
Notes: Serial number 303 - 2010 knife accompanied by warranty certificate with technical specifications - Model discontinued and no longer commercially available

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.


The best industrial knives currently in production are marketed under the Rockstead brand. Created by Katsumi Kitano, who has been making quality knives for more than 20 years to the extent that he has been awarded the highest distinction among artisan knife makers in Japan, they prove to be exceptional both in cutting ability, penetration and edge-holding and in the level of innovation for the materials used and construction techniques.

Country of production: Japan
Type of production: midtech
Blade: Hitachi YXR7 steel at 64.8HRC with 3micron HPC coverage and hardness of Hv1800
Handle: Duralumin A2024 with surface anodizing and hardness of Hv400
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Total length: 215mm.
Weight: 130g.
Closure: Frame Lock with SKD11 casement at 61HRC
Clip: made of 402J2 steel at 48HRC
Notes: Serial number 005 - 2010 knife accompanied by warranty certificate with technical specifications - Model discontinued and no longer commercially available

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased - year of production 2015
* Conditions: Like new
* Commercially available Yes
* Sharpening: Original
* Marks on blade: NO
* Signs on handle: NO
* Packaging: NO
* Sheath: In kydex
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: YES
* Checked and Certified by our internal laboratory

Intended Use: Tactical/Military/Survival

Country of production: USA
Type of production: semi-artisanal
Blade: 1095 58HRC carbon steel
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Closed length: - mm.
Total length: 302mm.
Balance: in coincidence with the lower guard branch
Weight: 585g.
Sheath: in kydex, tactical, with double multi-position clip
Notes: Design by Tom Brown, used in the film The Hunted with Benicio Del Toro, each knife has a serial number on the blade.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased, presumably from the late 1970s/early 1980s.
* Condition: In very good condition
* Commercially available On order, with waiting list.
* Sharpening: Factory original, can be improved.
* Marks on blade: Small horizontal marks due to insertion and removal from scabbard.
* Marks on handle: A few small marks on aluminum tang.
* Packaging: -
* Scabbard: Leather, handcrafted, original.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: - -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



Intended use: hunting / fishing / light hiking

Type of production: handcrafted
Country of production: USA
Blade: O1 steel
Blade finish: satin finish
Handle: leather rings, brass guard, duralumin pommel
Blade length: 115mm.
Blade thickness: 3.8mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Weight: 130g.
Scabbard: handmade, leather, for vertical carrying on belt
Packaging: -
Notes: Specimen presumably late 1970s/early 1980s in excellent condition - previously purchased knife from a private collection

History of the Model
The Model 7 was designed as a scaled-down version of the Model 3 Hunter.

Almost immediately, the idea of a scaled-down version of the new Hunter dawned on Bo Randall as an ideal knife for his fellow anglers. An avid fisherman since his youth, Bo regarded this new knife as a labor of love and immediately set to work on the project. At first he tried 4- and 4.5-inch blades, but then opted for the 4 1/2-inch one. Bo wanted the right handle for cleaning brook trout and similar sized fish, so he reduced the size of the handle of the new Hunter and changed its shape. Naturally, he called this model the "Fisherman," and some early prototypes with 4-inch blades were delivered to some dealers during the latter part of September 1945.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available: Discontinued, made in 2018 in only 300 pieces, individually numbered
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Original Nylon case with accessories.
* Scabbard: Not provided
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Certificate with serial number and signature.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



Intended Use: Tactical / Collection 

Type of production: Midtech (semi-craft)
Country of manufacture: Russia
Blade: stainless steel M390
Blade treatment: Bkacwashed
Handle: bronze anodized titanium with carbon fiber inserts
Blade length: 111mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 131mm.
Total length: 250mm.
Thickness when closed: 13mm.
Weight: 167g.
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium machined from solid, with Timascus insert
Notes: knife from private collection, previously purchased, made in only 300 individually numbered examples

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available Discontinued as of the end of 2021
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened, like new
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Absent
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Absent
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory




Intended Use: Sporting/Tactical

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: Stonewash
Handle: Bronze-colored carbon fiber and Titanium
Blade length: 83mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: 112mm.
Total length: 191mm.
Weight: 65g.
Closure: Framelock
Clip: Removable, stainless steel
Notes: KVT opening on ball bearings - Carson Flipper opening system - Design by Sinkevich

Intended Use: Collection / Heavy Duty

Production type: Handcrafted
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: D2 steel at 59/61HRC with cryogenic hardening
Blade treatment: Black Blood
Handle: 2mm titanium folders with micarta handle
Blade length: 93mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 124mm.
Total length: 214mm.
Thickness when closed: 21mm.
Weight: 186g.
Opening: Carson Flipper system / Ambidextrous opening pins on blade.
Closure: Rockers Arm 8.11
Clip: stone washed titanium, removable and reversible
Packaging: plastic pouch with Wander Tactical logos
Notes: Limited Edition, produced entirely by hand, each example differs from the previous one in aesthetic finishes

KNIFE WITHDRAWAL FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased
* Conditions: Like new
* Commercially available: Discontinued, model dating back to 2019
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: No
* Marks on the handle: No
* Box: WT original packaging
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: WT certificate
* Checked and certified by our internal laboratory

Intended use: Collection / Heavy Duty

Type of production: Artisan
Country of production: Italy
Blade: in D2 steel at 59 / 61HRC with cryogenic hardening
Blade treatment: Raw
Handle: 2mm titanium folders with micarta handle
Blade length: 93mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Closed length: 124mm.
Total length: 214mm.
Thick when closed: 21mm.
Weight: 186g.
Opening: Carson Flipper system / Ambidextrous opening pins on the blade
Closing: Rockers Arm 8.11
Clip: in stone washed titanium, removable and reversible
Packaging: Plastic case with Wander Tactical logos
Notes: Limited Edition, produced entirely by hand, each piece differs from the previous one in aesthetic finishes

Knife from private collection - Knife in mint condition, brand new - Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory.

Intended Use: Collection / Heavy Duty

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of manufacture: Italy
Blade: D2 steel at 59/61HRC with cryogenic hardening
Blade treatment: Raw
Handle: 2mm titanium folders with micarta handle
Blade length: 93mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 124mm.
Total length: 214mm.
Thickness when closed: 24mm.
Weight: 167g.
Opening: Carson Flipper system / Ambidextrous opening pins on blade
Closure: Rockers Arm 8.11
Clip: stone washed titanium, removable and reversible
Packaging: -
Notes: Limited Edition handcrafted by Dino Picco of Wander Tactical

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Collected from a private individual, previously purchased and used.
* Condition: In acceptable condition, shows several signs of wear and oxidation to the blade coating.
* Commercially available: Professionally resharpened.
* Marks on blade: several signs of use and oxidation marks that do not impair its functionality or undermine its sturdiness in use
* Marks on handle: normal signs of use.
* Box: absent
* Scabbard: Present, in good condition.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Absent
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Hiking / Utility

Type of production: industrial
Blade: stainless steel N690Co 58/60HRC
Country of manufacture: Italy
Handle: forprene, removable
Blade length: 220mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 357mm.
Balance: forward, 45mm from the lower guard branch
Weight: 380g.
Sheath: made of 1000D OD Green cordura, MOLLE compatible
Notes: Foxionic surface treatment at 72/75HRC

* Type: Previously purchased and used
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available: yes
* Sharpness: Factory
* Marks on blade: No
* Marks on handle: No
* Packaging: Yes
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: yes
* Checked and Certified by our internal laboratory

Intended use: EDC / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Taiwan
Blade: VG-10 stainless steel
Blade treatment: blackwash
Handle: titanium
Blade length: 47mm.
Blade thickness: 1.7mm.
Total length: 115mm.
Weight: 31g.
Clip: titanium
Closure: Frame lock
Packaging: cardboard box with Boker Plus logos
Notes: Design by Brad Zinker

While we've seen plenty of Boker products over the years, resourceful knife makers continue to find ways to surprise us. For example, Brad Zinker from Florida with his Urban Trapper, one of the thinnest profile titanium framelocks we've ever experienced. With just 8mm grip thickness (without clip), the term "slim" only inadequately describes the Urban Trapper for its usable size.

The large holes and titanium transform the Urban Trapper into a real featherweight of just 48 g that can be carried extremely comfortably both in a suit pocket and in light summer trousers. Considering the overall minimalist design of the knife, the size of the flipper is equally reserved.

When used, it still impresses with its outstanding functionality and reliably opens the blade on VG-10 ball bearings. The blade shape of this classic trapper pocket knife, widely distributed in the United States and worn for many years by Brad Zinker, was the inspiration for this unusual piece.