Approved - knives withdrawn from private collections, checked, overhauled and certified by Coltelleria Collini

PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED KNIFE, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private seller, previously purchased
* Condition: In excellent mechanical condition - good cosmetic condition
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Professionally resharpened
* Marks on blade: Several signs of oxidation on the blade and minor abrasions, which do not compromise its practical use
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Missing
* Sheath: In excellent condition
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: None
* Inspected and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Tactical

Manufacturing Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Full tang, CPM-S30V steel
Blade Finish: Tungsten DLC
Handle: G-10 with 3D machining
Blade length: 105 mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm.
Overall length: 205 mm.
Balance: 1.5 cm rearward
Weight: 264 g.
Sheath: thermoformed Kydex
Notes: designed by Mick Strider

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Excellent, never used and never removed from its sheath, which shows some minor abrasions due to age and storage
* Available on the market: Out of production in this variant
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present, with some minor abrasions due to age and storage
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars of sharpening in Japan. You probably already have a knife in your collection that is the result of his passion: he has been collaborating for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech, and Randall Kings, developing blade bevels, sharpening, and polishing techniques for them.

Intended use: Tactical

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Japan
Blade: D2 steel hardened to 61HRC
Blade finish: Acid etching
Handle: Green Canvas Micarta 
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 204mm.
Weight: 188g.
Sheath: Sunloid KD (Kydex) with Tek-Lok attachment
Packaging: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious Blade Show “Knife Of The Year Awards” in 2007.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Excellent, never used and never removed from its sheath - small marks on the sheath due to age and storage
* Available on the market: Out of production in this variant
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present - with small imperceptible marks, caused by time and storage
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars of sharpening in all of Japan; you probably already have a knife in your collection that is the result of his passion: he has been collaborating for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech, and Randall Kings, developing blade bevels, sharpening, and polishing for them.

Intended use: Collection/Sports

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade finish: Acid etching
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta 
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 5.8mm.
Total length: 275mm.
Weight: 399g.
Sheath: Sunloid KD (Kydex) with Tek-Lok attachment
Packaging: -
Notes: In 2007, Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious Blade Show “Knife Of The Year Awards” with a project created in collaboration with SOG.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used and never removed from its original packaging
* Available on the market: Out of production in this variant
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Sheath: Present
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars of sharpening in all of Japan; you probably already have a knife in your collection that is the result of his passion: he has been collaborating for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech, and Randall Kings, developing blade bevels, sharpening, and polishing for them.

Intended use: Collection/Sports

Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade finish: Acid etching
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta 
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 5.3mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Weight: 186g.
Sheath: Sunloid KD (Kydex) with Tek-Lok attachment
Packaging: cardboard box with Kiku Knives logos
Notes: In 2007, Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious Blade Show “Knife Of The Year Awards” with a project created in collaboration with SOG.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Early 2000s knife, previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in good condition.
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: Small abrasions given by being placed in Kydex sheath.
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: - -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Tactical

Production type: MidTech
Country of Production: USA
Blade: full tang stainless steel CPM-S30V
Finish: Tiger Stripe
Handle: Paracord
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Weight: 125g.
Sheath: thermoformed kydex, with Tek-Lok multi-position attachment
Notes: previously purchased knife, from private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available Discontinued; Company no longer in operation as of 2017.
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: Normal marks, found on all Strider models with Tiger Stripe finish.
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Originally sold unboxed
* Scabbard: Original, in Khaki-colored Cordura, by Eagle USA.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties:Originally sold without certificates or warranties.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



Intended Use: Tactical / Collection

Type of manufacture:Midtech
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S30V
Blade Finish: Tiger Stripe
Handle: Black G-10 with GG (Gunner Grip) pattern
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Total length: 298mm.
Weight: 353g.
Sheath: Khaki, cordura, by Eagle USA
Packaging: -
Notes: 2010 specimen in very good condition - Shows small scuff marks on the Tiger Stripe finish, which is common with any Strider model made with this matte blade finish - Strider knives have always been offered by the company without any box, packaging, manual or certificate - This historic company ceased operations in 2017, after a 25-year career - Mick Strider, the company's previous founding partner, is still in business and dedicated solely to making custom knives.

Knife acquired from a private collection - Overall in very good condition, with factory sharpening - Rare version, one of the first, with flat G10 handle - Hardened by Paul Bos, with logo present on the right heel of the blade - It has some small signs of abrasion on the tigerstripe finish, common to all Strider knives - Checked and certified by our internal laboratory.

Intended Use: Tactical

Manufacturing Type: Mid Tech (semi-craft)
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S30V hardened by Paul Bos
Blade Treatment: Tiger Stripe
Handle: G10 flat with 2mm titanium liners
Blade length: 103mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 137mm.
Total length: 240mm.
Thickness closed: 18mm.
Weight: 228g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: Titanium 
Package: Nylon pouch with zipper 
Notes: Rare version, one of the first, with G10 flat grip - Hardened by Paul Bos, with logo on the right heel of the blade

Rare pair of knives produced by United and designed by the renowned knives maker Gil Hibben. These knives come from a private collection and are in excellent condition, with original box but without sheath

United Kempo II UC1168
This model stands out for its unique features, suitable for Kenpo Karate enthusiasts. The UC1168 Kempo II knife, introduced in 1998 and later replaced by the Alaskan knife in 2003, features a Kenpo Karate emblem on the handle. The design includes a grip-enhancing angled guard, stylized after Kenpo's "Chinese Fist" grip for added stability and control. This knife measures approximately 31cm in total with an 18cm blade, made from stainless steel.

Type of production: industrial
Blade: 420 stainless steel
Country of production: Taiwan
Handle: micarta
Blade length: 165mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 315mm.
Weight: 521g.
Sheath: without sheath
Notes: original box, produced in 1998

The handle design and medallion make it a distinctive piece in any collection.

It comes in the original box, maintaining its impeccable condition, although it lacks a scabbard.

Pro Guide Hunter UC1203
The Pro Guide Hunter UC1203, dated 1999, is ideal for hunting and outdoor activities. This knife is manufactured by United Cutlery under the design expertise of Gil Hibben. The Pro Guide Hunter is recognized for its sturdy construction and ergonomic handle, which ensures comfort and efficiency during use. Like the UC1168, it is sold with its original box but without the sheath.

Type of production: industrial
Blade: 420 stainless steel
Country of production: Taiwan
Handle: micarta
Blade length: 110mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 235mm.
Weight: 207g.
Sheath: without sheath
Notes: original box, produced in 1999