Year 2023

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased, 2004 first series.
* Condition: Perfect, like new
* Commercially available Out of production, replaced by the new versions.
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened, perfect
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present and perfect
* Scabbard: Present and perfect
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: - -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory




Intended Use: Tactical / Collection

Type of Production: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: stainless steel N690Co
Blade finish: tumbling "Miles"
Handle: Forprene
Blade length: 170mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Total length: 315mm.
Weight: 254g.
Sheath: ballistic rubber
Packaging: cardboard box with Extrema Ratio logos
Notes: 2004 first series specimen, with hexagonal hardware, supplied with original box all in like-new condition.

On December 9, 1942, during the Second World War, KA-BAR presented a knife to the United States Marine Corps in the hope of it becoming the standard weapon. In collaboration with the Marine Supply Department, the project was revised and the production of an improved combat and utility knife began.

During the war, USMC KA-BAR knives became so renowned for their quality and abundance that "KABAR" became the common name. It was adopted by the Marines, Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Underwater Demolition Teams. Years later, many KA-BAR knives were reactivated in Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

In 2019, KA-Bar joined forces with Spartan Blades to establish Pineland Cutlery. CEO John Stitt aimed to create a "KA-BAR" with enhanced strength, robustness, and corrosion resistance. During development, metallurgist Larrin Thomas identified CPM MagnaCut® steel with the desired qualities.

CPM MagnaCut® is a sintered high-carbon steel produced by Crucible Industries and specially designed for blades. Spartan Blades developed the Spartan-KA-BAR using CNC machining, cryogenic treatment, and PVD coatings.

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: CPM MagnaCut steel 61/63HRC
Blade Finish: Tungsten DLC
Handle: Kraton G with stainless steel 301 guard and Tungsten DLC treatment
Blade Length: 178mm.
Blade Thickness: 4.2mm.
Total Length: 305mm.
Weight: 306g.
Sheath: Kydex, thermoformed, with belt loops and M.O.L.L.E. compatible
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: -

On December 9, 1942, during World War II, KA-BAR presented a knife to the United States Marine Corps, hoping it would become the standard weapon. In collaboration with the Marine Quartermaster Department, the project was revised, and production began on an improved combat and utility knife.

During the war, USMC KA-BAR knives gained such recognition for their quality and abundance that "KABAR" became the common name. It was adopted by the Marines, Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Underwater Demolition Teams. Years later, many KA-BAR knives were reactivated in Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan conflicts.

In 2019, KA-Bar partnered with Spartan Blades to form Pineland Cutlery. CEO John Stitt desired a "KA-BAR" with enhanced durability, robustness, and corrosion resistance. During development, metallurgist Larrin Thomas identified CPM MagnaCut® steel with the desired qualities.

CPM MagnaCut® is a sintered high-carbon steel produced by Crucible Industries, specifically designed for blades. Spartan Blades developed the Spartan-KA-BAR using CNC machining, cryogenic treatment, and PVD coatings.

Intended Use: Tactical / Military

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: CPM MagnaCut steel 61/63HRC
Blade Finish: ZrN Flat Dark Earth
Handle: Kraton G with stainless steel 301 guard and tungsten DLC treatment
Blade Length: 178mm.
Blade Thickness: 4.2mm.
Total Length: 305mm.
Weight: 306g.
Sheath: Kydex, thermoformed, with belt loops and M.O.L.L.E. compatible
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: -

T4000 S Ranger Limited Edition is a limited series version of only 100 pieces based on the T4000 model, a reworking of the Japanese Wakizashi short sword that the Samurai carried at all times in contact with the body.

It is a timeless tactical tool that follows no fashion but faithfully adheres to the Extrema Ratio philosophy aimed at fulfilling all functional requirements.

This model continues Extrema Ratio's purest Tanto series designed especially for lovers of the Japanese blade profile, who do not want to give up typical tactical accessories such as textile sheath and special polymer handle.

The blade, made of Böhler N690 steel hardened to 58 HRC and burnished to MIL - C- 13924, features Geotech Camo customization, Extrema Ratio's innovative and original camouflage pattern made by laser engraving.

The grip, in HCS coloring, is made of Forprene, an elastomer that is part of the "NATO standard" due to its exceptional resistance to extreme conditions.

The black-colored Cordura sheath is and equipped with MOLLE system that allows its carrying on tactical vests and general belts and guarantees the safe carrying of the razor-sharp blade by protecting it from shocks that could reduce its efficiency.

The T4000 S Ranger Limited Edition comes in an IP67-certified watertight Polypropylene technical case with pressurization valve that is weather, dust and shock resistant. Also inside is a double-grit sharpening plate (ceramic abrasive and synthetic diamond) and a metal plaque with the numbering of the limited series of 100.


Intended Use: Tactical/Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of Production: Italy
Blade: Bohler N690Co stainless steel at 58HRC
Blade Finish: Burnishing MIL-C-13924 with Geotech pattern
Handle: Forprene
Blade length: 174mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 304mm.
Weight: 264g.
Sheath: Nylon
Packaging: Polymer case, diamond and ceramic sharpener, Limited run of only 100 pieces

Magnum continues the tradition of its annual knives and presents the Collection 2023, a collector's knife with exceptional appeal. Passionate knife collectors around the world will once again be faced with the choice of whether the knife should find a place in the display case or on the belt. Lucas Burnley, considered one of the world's most renowned knife designers and who has already launched several successful knife series for Boker and Boker Plus, was won over for this special project. The knife maker from the U.S. state of Oregon knows how to combine clear lines and tactical influences in his designs like no other.

The Magnum Collection 2023 is an impressive full tang outdoor knife with a massive D2 blade that features a pronounced ricasso and an unusual two-tone finish. The designer alternates between a horizontal and vertical finish on the blade, which underscores the special appeal of the fixed-blade knife. Attention to detail also continues in the contoured handle with black polished Micarta grips that gives excellent user ergonomics for effortless work. Features include a high-quality leather sheath with two snap fasteners, an exclusive collector's box, and a certificate of authenticity. The Magnum Collection 2023 is strictly limited to 1999 pieces worldwide.

Intended Use: Collection/Utility

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Taiwan
Blade: full tang in D2 steel
Blade finish: dual tone
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 174mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 305mm.
Weight: 353g.
Sheath: black leather
Package: gift box with warranty certificate and microfiber cleaning cloth
Notes: Numbered and limited edition made in only 1999 pieces - Design by Lucas Burnley

Intended Use: Survival / Utlity / Collection

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Italy
Blade: Japanese rolled steel (San Mai) with V-Toku2 (carbon) cutting edge at 62/63HRC and SUS410 (stainless) outer cheeks
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Forprene
Blade length: 175mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 300mm.
Weight: 365g.
Sheath: nylon, M.O.L.L.E. compatible.
Packaging: cardboard box with Fox logos
Notes: -

Japanese steel merges with Italian excellence.

For this new collaboration, between Coltelleria Collini of Busto Arsizio and Fox of Maniago, we chose the Rimor model. Only 9 exclusive pieces of this excellent bushcraft knife produced by Fox of Maniago have been made, using for this edition the Japanese V-Toku2 steel in 5mm Sanmai produced by the Japanese Takefu Steel instead of the Niolox used in the standard model. 

Specifically, the central sheet is the carbonaceous V-Toku2 at 62/63HRC and on the outer cheeks there is the stainless SUS410, so as to ensure not only a beautiful aesthetic effect, but also a very high cutting capacity, penetration and edge retention along with easy resharpening and maintenance. At the same time, the blade has remarkable corrosion resistance and an important increase in resilience given by the type of extreme steel and laminated structure.

Intended Use: Survival / Utlity / Collection

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Italy
Blade: Japanese rolled steel (San Mai) with V-Toku2 (carbon) cutting edge at 62/63HRC and SUS410 (stainless steel) outer cheeks
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Forprene
Blade length: 175mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Total length: 300mm.
Weight: 365g.
Sheath: Nylon, M.O.L.E. compatible.
Packaging: cardboard box with Fox logos
Notes: -

Japanese steel merges with Italian excellence

For this new collaboration between Coltelleria Collini of Busto Arsizio and Fox of Maniago, we have chosen the Rimor model. Only 9 exclusive pieces of this excellent bushcraft knife produced by Fox of Maniago have been made, using for this edition the 5 mm Sanmai V-Toku2 steel produced by the Japanese Takefu Steel instead of the Niolox used in the standard model.

Specifically, the central plate is the carbonaceous V-Toku2 at 62/63HRC and on the outer cheeks there is the stainless SUS410, so as to guarantee not only a beautiful aesthetic effect, but also a very high cutting capacity, penetration and edge-holding capacity together with easy resharpening and maintenance. At the same time, the blade has a remarkable resistance to corrosion and an important increase in resilience due to the extreme steel type and rolled structure.

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