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KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased and modified with aftermarket parts
* Condition: Like new
* Available on the market: Basic version available on the market
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Customized and modified by the previous customer with various premium quality aftermarket parts, it comes with all the original accessories to restore it to the manufacturer's original specifications and includes all the packaging for the modifications made, listed below and already mounted on the knife:

MODIFICATIONS MADE (commercial value €125)
* LynchNW - Stubby Clip Stonewashed in 6AL-4V grade 5 titanium (commercial value €35)
* August Engineering - Titanium Hardware Kit Raw Black, titanium screws and spacers (commercial value €30)
* Flytanium - Premium Kit Canvas Micarta Scales (commercial value €41)
* Flytanium - Slotted Thumbstud Kit, titanium opening pin (market value €19)

Intended use: Sports/EDC

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-S30V steel 58/60HRC
Blade finish: Stonewashed
Modified handle: Premium Green Canvas Micarta by Flytanium with Raw Black titanium screws and spacers by August Engineering
Original handle: 6061-T6 aluminum with green anodization and purple anodized spacers (included)
Blade length: 74mm.
Blade thickness: 2.7mm.
Closed length: 97.5mm.
Total length: 172mm.
Closed thickness: 10mm.
Weight: 57g.
Lock: AXIS Lock
Modified clip: stonewashed titanium, deep pocket by LynchNW
Original clip: Removable and reversible, stainless steel 
Packaging: Cardboard box with Benchmade logos + Aftermarket product boxes and packaging
Notes: Previously purchased product from a private collection - Design by Warren Osborne

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased and used
* Condition: Mechanically perfect, with obvious signs of wear on the blade finish that do not compromise its practical use in any way 
* Available on the market: Introduced in 2001, now out of production
* Sharpening: Resharpened several times, professionally resharpened before being offered for sale
* Marks on blade: Multiple superficial cosmetic marks
* Marks on handle: a few small marks due to use
* Box: None
* Sheath: None
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: None
* Checked and Certified by our in-house lab

Intended use: EDC / Light Utility

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: CPM-154CM stainless steel
Blade finish: Burnished
Handle: Aluminum
Blade length: 86mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 113mm.
Total length: 200mm.
Weight: 82g.
Closure: Axis Lock (Crossbar Lock)
Clip: Removable and reversible, in burnished stainless steel
Packaging: -
Notes: discontinued model no longer available on the market - knife previously purchased and used, from a private collection - mechanically perfect with obvious signs of wear that do not compromise its practical use in any way.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Not present
* Scabbard: Microfiber pouch with Benchmade logos.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Not present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Benchmade Contego, discontinued in 2019, is a tactical folding knife that combines high-end performance and rugged design. This limited edition has a Black and Blue G10 handle and an M390 stainless steel blade, known for its exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance, the Contego is ideal for those seeking a versatile and durable knife. With its ambidextrous AXIS locking mechanism, this knife is designed for reliability and comfort in any situation.

Intended Use: Tactical / Sporting / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: stainless steel M390
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: G10
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 140mm.
Total length: 240mm.
Weight: 167g.
Closure: Axis Lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, satin-finished stainless steel
Sheath: microfiber pocket with Benchmade logos
Packaging: Without original packaging
Notes: special edition of Contego model, discontinued as of 2019, previously purchased knife from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Collected from a private individual, previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available: No longer available.
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: /
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: /
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection

Type of Production: Handcrafted
Country of Production: Canada
Blade: Stainless steel ATS-34
Blade finish: Dual tone: satin finish and microblading
Handle: titanium folders, carbon fiber bolsters and Desert Ironwood grips
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: 110mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Thickness when closed: 14mm
Weight: 84g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: flamed titanium
Notes: Canadian knifemaker Peter Marzitelli, began making knives full-time in 1984 under the name "Marz Knives." Considered an excellent knifemaker and artist specializing in handmade knives, Peter passed away at age 65 in May 2019. His motto was "A Marzitelli knife, is a knife for life."