Sport, Military and Collectible Knives | Coltelleria Collini

PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED KNIFE, FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Withdrawn from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition, with some small superficial aesthetic marks on the viteria and titanium handle which does not alter its technical specifications or concrete use
* Available on the market: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Signs on blade: none
* Handle marks: small superficial aesthetic marks
* Box: Present
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: -
* Controlled and Certified by our in-house laboratory

To celebrate ten years of producing some of the most robust and reliable knives in the industry, DPx Gear presents the Titanium Decade edition of its iconic HEST/F. Crafted with a Bohler M390 stainless steel Drop Point blade and embellished with the laser-engraved Mr. DP logo on both sides, this commemorative model combines aesthetics and performance.

Intended use: Sporty / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Italy
Blade: in stainless steel M390
Blade Finish: Laser Customized with Mr. DP Designs
Handle: 6Al4V titanium machined three-dimensionally with Mr. DP designs
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Weight: 162g.
Closure: Frame Lock with stainless steel casement
Clip: removable and reversible, deep pocket, stainless steel
Packaging: Cardboard box with DPX GEAR logos
Notes: opening on ball bearings - numbered edition with progressive number on the rear spacer - previously purchased, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Iconic knife handmade in 2021, withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: in excellent condition, unused and kept solely in a collection
* Available on the market: Currently out of catalog and cannot be ordered/obtained from the craftsman
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: in excellent condition, with signature and date of manufacture
* Manuals, Certificates, and Guarantees: Certificate of guarantee and authenticity with date and technical data of the model
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

THE LEGEND
Jimmy Lile (1933–1991), known as “The Arkansas Knifesmith,” was one of the most important American knife makers of the 20th century. Born in Russellville, Arkansas, he made his first knife at the age of 11 and devoted himself professionally to knife making in 1971.

He is famous for the legendary Rambo knives, designed for real use with 440C blades, hollow handles, and innovative details. He was president of the Knifemakers' Guild, and his works were commissioned by presidents and celebrities.

He died in 1991, leaving a legacy of the highest caliber in custom and collectible knives.

THE PRESENT
Today, the Lile Knives, LLC brand is owned by John Hill of McKinney, Texas. In the 1980s, John was already collaborating with Bob Rankin on the sale of original Rambo knives, and in 2003 he co-authored a book dedicated to Lile's work.

After Jimmy's death, John maintained a strong relationship with Marilyn (Lile) Miller and purchased the Lile brand from her to continue producing high-quality replicas of the movie knives, adhering to custom knife standards and guaranteeing Marilyn royalties.

Since 2011, John Hill has been collaborating with Vaughn Neeley, former owner of Timberline Knives, to produce limited editions of Rambo knives that are prized by collectors. Today, Vaughn produces the entire new “Cerakote™ Series,” while the “Utility Series” is produced under his supervision, keeping alive the tradition and quality of Jimmy Lile's original models.

THE KNIFE
“The Mission” is one of the most iconic survival knives ever made, born from Jimmy Lile's vision to combine extreme functionality and military design.

Featuring a stainless steel blade finished entirely with bead-blasting to eliminate reflections, this model combines tactical aesthetics and real performance.

The back is equipped with aggressive serrations, while the hollow handle, wrapped in paracord, integrates a compass and allows for the transport of small tools.

The multifunction guard features screwdriver tips, making it a complete survival tool. Produced in a limited edition, “The Mission” represents the perfect synthesis between a combat knife, field tool, and collector's item.

Intended use: Collection / Survival

Type of production: entirely handmade
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-154CM stainless steel
Blade treatment: Titanium Grey Cerakote
Handle: 316 stainless steel, hollow, waterproof, paracord coated; 316 stainless steel through guard; screw-in aluminum tang with integrated glass breaker and Pyser Optics NATO internal compass
Blade length: 253mm.
Blade thickness: 7 mm.
Total length: 393 mm.
Weight: 573 g.
Sheath: black leather, belt-mounted, for vertical carry, with craftsman's signature and date of manufacture
Packaging: supplied with warranty certificate with date of manufacture and technical details
Notes: iconic knife used in the Rambo films, entirely handmade, with LILE logos and serial number. Previously purchased, never used, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Iconic knife from 1981, withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, mechanically perfect, shows some signs of wear on the nickel silver handle and micarta inserts; the blade shows signs of mechanical friction on the back due to opening and closing in the handle
* Available on the market: Not available, craftsman no longer in business
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: Small marks due to age and friction when opening and closing the blade
* Marks on handle: Several signs of wear visible on the nickel silver handle and micarta inserts
* Box: -
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: 1981 warranty certificate from Coltelleria G. Lorenzi in Via Montenapoleone, Milan
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

In the 1980s, Jimmy Lile developed an elegant folding knife with a button lock mechanism, known as the “Lile Lock.” This patented system consists of a front button on the handle that unlocks the blade when opening and locks it in the cutting position, ensuring safety and ease of use. The monolithic nickel-silver guides support the D2 steel blade, while the micarta inserts on the scales give the knife a refined look.

This is a generously sized knife, produced in limited quantities between the 1970s and 1980s. The numbered examples bearing engravings such as the patent number 4148140 are now highly sought-after collector's items of great economic value.

This folding model represents a perfect balance between functionality and collectible design: compact and easy to handle, with a reliable lock, high-quality materials, and meticulous details, embodying Lile's attention to craftsmanship even in a context other than the famous survival knife.

Intended use: Collectible / Sports

Type of production: Entirely handmade
Country of production: Arkansas / USA
Blade: D2 steel
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Nickel Silver handle with Red Micarta inserts and stainless steel rear spacer
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm.
Closed length: 124 mm
Total length: 212 mm.
Weight: 198 g.
Closure: Lile Lock (Button Lock)
Packaging: supplied with a 1981 warranty certificate from the historic “Coltelleria G. Lorenzi” in Via Montenapoleone, Milan
Notes: extremely rare knife from 1981, previously purchased, withdrawn from a private collection, serial number 447 engraved on the blade and patent number “U.S. Patent No. 4148140” engraved on the back of the button lock.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, used, with some minor cosmetic marks on the blade finish and titanium handle that do not affect the technical specifications or practical use
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: minor cosmetic marks
* Marks on handle: minor cosmetic marks
* Box: Present
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: Sports/Tactical

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Italy
Blade: Niolox stainless steel at 60HRC
Blade finish: Triple Black TiCN PVD Coating 
Handle: Anodized titanium and G10
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Weight: 138g.
Closure: Frame Lock, with additional Rotoblock safety system
Clip: removable and reversible, deep pocket, stainless steel
Packaging: cardboard box with DPX GEAR logos
Notes: comes with a multi-purpose key for disassembly and adjustment

DPX Gear - H.E.S.T. Folder D2 - knife

Intended Use: Sport / Tactical

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Blade: Italy
Blade: D2 60/61HRC
Treatment Blade: Milspec Black Coated
Handle: Titanium and G10
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Balance: -
Weight: 138g.
Closure: Frame Lock with security system Rotoblock
Clip: removable and reversible, stainless steel
Sheath: -
Packaging: wooden box with logos DPX GEAR
Notes: supplied key purpose for removal and adjustment

DPX Gear - H.E.S.T. Original Fixed Blade - Knife

Intended Use: Sport / Tactical

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: High Carbon Steel 1095 57-58HRC
Treatment Blade: Black powder coating
Handle: Green Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 193mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Balance: Central
Weight: 139g.
Designed: by Robert Young Pelton
Sheath: Cordura
Packaging: cardboard box with logos DPX GEAR

DPX Gear - H.E.S.T. II Woodsman Fixed Blade - Knife

Knife, a collaboration between the American DPX Gear and the Italian company Lion Steel

Intended Use: Sport / Tactical / Hunting

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Blade: Italy
Blade: Sleipner Steel 60HRC
Treatment Blade: stonewashed
Handle: Santos, Brazilian wood
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 193mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Balance: Central
Weight: 136g.
Designed: by Robert Young Pelton
Sheath: Leather
Packaging: cardboard box with logos DPX GEAR

DPX Gear - H.E.S.T. II Fixed Blade - Knife

Intended Use: Sport / Tactical

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Blade: Italy
Blade: Sleipner Steel 60HRC
Treatment Blade: Milspec Black PVD Coated
Handle material: G10
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 193mm.
Thick when closed: 14mm.
Balance: -
Weight: 136g.
Sheath: Cordura
Packaging: cardboard box with logos DPX GEAR

H.E.F.T. Hostile Environment Field Tool
Knife, a collaboration between the American DPX Gear and the Italian company Lion Steel

Intended Use: Sport / Tactical

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Blade: Italy
Blade: Sleipner Steel 60HRC
Treatment Blade: satin black PVD TiCN coating
Handle: Black G10
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Balance: Central
Weight: 200g.
Designed: by Thomas Rumici & Robert Young Pelton
Sheath: Cordura
Packaging: carton box with logos DPX GEAR

DPX Gear - H.E.F.T. 6 "Assault Fixed Blade - Knife

H.E.F.T. Hostile Environment Field Tool
Knife, a collaboration between the American DPX Gear and the Italian company Lion Steel

Intended Use: Sport / Tactical

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Blade: Italy
Blade: Sleipner Steel 60HRC
Treatment Blade: satin black PVD TiCN coating
Handle: Black G10
Blade length: 146mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 285mm.
Balance: Central
Weight: 290g.
Designed: by Thomas Rumici & Robert Young Pelton
Sheath: Cordura
Packaging: cardboard box with logos DPX GEAR

DPX Gear - H.E.F.T. 6 "Woodsman Fixed Blade - Knife

H.E.F.T. Hostile Environment Field Tool
Knife, a collaboration between the American DPX Gear and the Italian company Lion Steel

Intended Use: Sport / Tactical / Hunting

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Production Blade: Italy
Blade: Sleipner Steel 60HRC
Treatment Blade: stonewashed
Handle: Santos, Brazilian wood
Blade length: 146mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 285mm.
Balance: Central
Weight: 255g.
Designed: by Robert Young Pelton
Sheath: Leather
Packaging: cardboard box with logos DPX GEAR

H.E.F.T. Hostile Environment Field Tool
Coltello nato dalla collaborazione tra l'americana DPX Gear e l'azienda italiana Lion Steel

Destinazione d'uso: Sportivo / Tattico / Caccia

Tipo di produzione: Industriale
Paese di produzione: Italia
Lama: Sleipner a 60HRC
FInitura Lama: stone washed
Manicatura: Legno di Santos
Lunghezza lama: 100mm.
Spessore lama: 5mm.
Lunghezza totale: 230mm.
Bilanciatura: centrale
Peso: 170g.
Fodero: cuoio
Confezione: scatola in cartone con loghi DPX GEAR
Note: Design by Tommaso Rumici - Prodotto e realizzato in Italia da LionSteel