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Gerber - Bolt Action Knife USA 1985 – Vintage - PRIVATE COLLECTION - with Two Interchangeable Blades
KNIFE TAKEN FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Taken back from a private owner, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used, without box
* Availability on the market: Discontinued
* Edge: Factory edge
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Cordura sheath with insert for the two included blades
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house workshopThe Gerber Bolt Action Knife USA 1985 – 1st Production Run is a vintage folding knife of great historical importance, a true expression of Gerber engineering from the late 1980s and today highly sought after by collectors.
Made entirely in the United States, this model is distinguished by the famous patented Bolt Action mechanism, an innovative locking system that ensures safety, reliability and an extremely smooth operation.
The blade in stainless steel, with plain edge and bead-blasted finish, offers a clean, technical and elegant look.
The textured GRN (Glass Reinforced Nylon) handle provides lightness, strength and excellent grip, making the knife practical and easy to handle, with a weight of only 74 grams.
This example comes complete with the original Gerber sheath and a set of two interchangeable blades, including a saw blade and a skinning blade, a rare configuration that further increases its collectible value.
The knife is in mint condition, never used, never sharpened and never carried, representing a genuine opportunity for vintage knife enthusiasts and for anyone looking for an iconic piece of Made in USA.
Intended use: Collection, light outdoor
Production type: Industrial
Country of origin: United States of America
Blade: Stainless steel, plain edge
Blade finish: Bead blasted
Handle: GRN (Glass Reinforced Nylon) with textured surface
Blade length: 83mm
Blade thickness: -
Closed length: 107mm
Overall length: 187mm
Closed thickness: -
Weight: 74g
Locking mechanism: Gerber patented Bolt Action
Clip: None
Packaging: Original Gerber sheath complete with two interchangeable blades (saw blade and skinning blade)
Notes: Late 1980s vintage knife, Made in USA, 1st Production Run, never used, never sharpened, mint conditionAP-GER-BA -
Microtech - Socom Elite - Clip Point Black PVD CTS-204P & Black Aluminum - PRIVATE COLLECTION - 160-1T - Knife
KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Commercial Availability: Discontinued in this steel variant
* Sharpness: Factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: Minor cosmetic signs of wear on the clip and screws
* Box: Included
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Included
* Inspected and certified by our in-house laboratoryThe Microtech Socom Elite is one of the most iconic folding knives produced by Microtech, prized for its combination of durability, ergonomics, and reliability. Designed for professional and tactical use, over the years it has also established itself as a benchmark among collectors and enthusiasts of high-end cutlery.
The model presented here, manufactured in 2019, features a blade made of Carpenter CTS-204P steel, one of the best high-performance stainless steel alloys in its class, known for its excellent edge retention, high corrosion resistance, and outstanding wear resistance. The black/dual-tone finish contributes to its particularly aggressive and professional appearance.
The aluminum handle with non-slip inserts ensures a firm and comfortable grip even under the most demanding conditions, while the manual thumb stud opening system and the proven liner lock mechanism guarantee quick deployment and safety during use.
Thanks to Microtech’s signature build quality and a design that has become an industry classic, the Socom Elite is an excellent choice for both everyday use and for collectors seeking one of the most iconic models in the American brand’s modern lineup.
Intended Use: Tactical, EDC
Production Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Carpenter CTS-204P stainless steel
Blade Finish: “Normal” (Black PVD + Satin)
Handle: Aluminum with non-slip inserts
Blade Length: 101mm
Blade thickness: 4 mm
Closed length: 127 mm
Overall length: 228 mm
Closed thickness: 15 mm
Weight: 157 g
Lock type: Liner Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable
Packaging: Microtech box with manuals
Notes: Previously purchased knife, from a private collectionMTK-160-1T -
MKM - Miura - Solid Button Lock - Satin M390 & Bronze Titanium - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used, no box
* Available on the market: in production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Pouch with zip
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory
THE MAGIC BUTTON FOR HAPPINESS
Have you always thought that happiness couldn't be achieved simply by pressing a button? You were wrong!Don't confuse it with a switchblade or spring-assisted knife, it is a manually operated knife that slides very smoothly thanks to a ball bearing system, but Miura is above all a unique product in the industry thanks to the combination of a button lock system and an integral handle made of solid titanium, features that have never been seen before in industrial knives. These features, together with its fantastic design, led Miura to win the 2022 Blade Show Imported Knife of the Year award in Atlanta.
Intended use: SportsType of production: Industrial
Country of production: Italy
Blade: Bohler M390 Microclean stainless steel hardened to 58/60HRC
Blade finish: Satin
Handle: Grade 5 Ti6AI4V titanium with 3D machining, CNC machined from solid
Blade length: 69mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Total length: 169mm.
Weight: 72g.
Closure: Button Lock
Clip: titanium, removable and reversible, machined from solid
Packaging: nylon pouch with zip and cardboard box with MKM Maniago Knife Makers logos
Notes: Manual opening system, ball bearings - Winner at the 2022 Atlanta Blade Show as Imported Knife of the YearMK-MI-TBR-CP -
Gerber - LHR Combat Knife by Larsen, Harsey & Reeve - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition, never used for cutting, cosmetic abrasion marks on the finish caused by insertion and removal from the sheath
* Available on the market: Out of production and difficult to find
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: Cosmetic abrasion marks on the finish caused by insertion and removal from the sheath
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: None
* Sheath: Like new
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: None
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory
Intended use: Tactical - MilitaryType of production: Industrial
Blade: 420HC stainless steel
Blade finish: TiNi - Titanium nitriding
Country of manufacture: USA
Handle: TacHide, non-slip
Blade length: 175mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5 mm.
Total length: 314 mm.
Balance: on the guard
Weight: 332 g (636 g with sheath)
Sheath: ABS, with extraction safety
Notes: designed by Matt Larsen (Close Quarter Combat expert), William Harsey Jr., and Chris Reeve, renowned knife makers30-000183-CP -
Gerber - BMF - Basic Multi-Function Survival Knife - PRIVATE COLLECTION - vintage tactical knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, it has some minor signs of oxidation on the guard and pommel that have not been removed so as not to alter the original finish of the knife, and a couple of small cosmetic scratches on the blade. The sheath is present and perfectly usable, but discolored and “worn” in some parts due to the passage of time
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: A couple of small scratches on the left side of the blade and signs of oxidation on the guard and pommel
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present, complete with diamond sharpener and original bushing, but discolored and worn due to the passage of time
* Manuals, certificates, and warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house lab
The Gerber BMF (Basic Multi-Function) is a fixed blade knife produced by Gerber Legendary Blades between 1986 and the late 1990s. Designed as a sturdy and versatile survival tool, it has become a cult object among collectors and enthusiasts of military and outdoor knives. Its impressive blade, non-slip handle, and sheath with accessories make it one of the most iconic models of Gerber's production from that period.Intended use: Survival / Military
Type of production: industrial
Blade: AUS-8 stainless steel
Blade finish: micro-peened
Country of manufacture: USA
Handle: Hypalon (neoprene-like material)
Blade length: 200mm.
Blade thickness: 6 mm.
Total length: 342 mm.
Balance: on the guard
Weight: 433 g.
Sheath: ABS and Cordura
Notes: knife from a private collection, previously purchased, serial number 006282 - The original compass is in the pocket on the sheath.GE-BMF-CPB -
Microtech - Anax - 2015 Marfione Custom Limited Edition - Tri-Tone DLC Elmax & Carbon Fiber - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Collected from a private individual, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Commercially available: Limited and numbered custom edition, discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Not Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratoryMicrotech Marfione Custom ANAX - Limited Series 2015
In 2015, Anthony Marfione created a limited and numbered series of the famous ANAX, a folding integral knife that marked a turning point in custom design. Winner of the “Most Innovative Knife of the Year” award at the 2014 Blade Show, the ANAX combines functionality, futuristic aesthetics, and top-of-the-line materials. The custom models produced that year stand out for their handcrafted finishes, unique material variations, and exclusive accessories, quickly becoming collector's items coveted on a global scale.
Data Sheet.
Intended Use: Tactical, EDC
Type of production: Custom
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Elmax Stainless Steel
Blade Finish: Tri-Tone Black DLC
Handle: Carbon fiber and titanium with Black DLC finish and hardware
Blade length: 95mm
Blade thickness: 4mm
Length closed: 125mm
Total length: 219mm
Thickness when closed: 12mm
Weight: 99g
Closure: Sub Frame Lock in titanium with Black DLC finish
Clip: Titanium with Black DLC finish
Packaging: Marfione Custom box with external serial number, nylon zippered pouch, microfiber pouch, titanium patch with Marfione logo
Notes: 05/2015 limited run custom edition, specimen number 075, numbered on blade and boxMTK-075-CP -
Gerber - Applegate Fairbairn - Covert Folder Black PVD - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: No
* Marks on handle: No
* Box: -
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory
Use: Tactical / Military
Blade: Stainless steel 154CM 58/60 HRC with PVD treatment
Handle: Zytel
Blade length: 95 mm.
Blade thickness: 3 mm.
Total length: 220 mm.
Length closed: 125 mm.
Weight: 115 g.
Clip: stainless steel
Locking system: liner lock with additional safety lockG-AFCB-CP













