Approved - knives withdrawn from private collections, checked, overhauled and certified by Coltelleria Collini

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Available on the market: Difficult to find / Made to order
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Nylon pouch with zip
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: /
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: collection/sport/military

Type of production: MidTech
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: CPM S35VN steel
Blade treatment: Satin
Handle: titanium and G10
Blade length: 103mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 132mm.
Total length: 234mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: on the guard
Weight: 168g.
Opening: Carson Flipper type, on ball bearings
Locking Mechanism: FrameLock with additional slider safety
Clip: titanium, machined from solid
Packaging: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Previously purchased knife from a private collection

KNIFE RETRIEVED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Retrieved from a private collector, previously purchased
* Condition: Generally good, never used
* Commercial availability: Out of production in this configuration
* Sharpening: Factory edge
* Blade marks: A slight “polishing” mark on the left side
* Handle marks: None
* Box: Present, not in like-new condition
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranty: -
* Inspected and Certified by our internal laboratory

An iconic knife in Cold Steel’s production, known for its robustness and reliability. Compared to more recent versions, it stands out for the Ultra Lock™ blade locking system, which allows smoother opening than the more recently adopted Tri-Ad Lock™.

Intended use: Tactical / Military
Production type: Industrial
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Blade finish: Tuff-Ex™, the specific name used by Cold Steel for its high-resistance Teflon-based coating
Blade manufacturing: Taiwan
Handle: Aluminum with Grivory insert
Blade length: 90 mm
Blade thickness: 3.5 mm
Closed length: 142 mm
Overall length: 232 mm
Balance: -
Weight: 198 g
Locking system: Ultra Lock™
Clip: Removable and reversible, stainless steel
Sheath: -
Notes: -

KNIFE RETIRED FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Retired from a private collection, previously purchased and professionally resharpened
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Available on the market: 2017 model - available in different configurations and steels
* Sharpening: Professionally resharpened
* Marks on blade: Minimal signs of resharpening
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Pouch with zip
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: collection/sport/military

Type of production: Midtech
Country of production: South Africa
Blade: CPM S35VN steel
Blade treatment: black
Handle: blackwashed titanium
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Total length: 226mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Balance: 2cm behind the guard
Weight: 210g.
Opening: Flipper on bearings
Closure: Frame Lock
Clip: titanium, machined from solid
Packaging: Cordura case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: Designed and built by Andre De Villiers

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

• Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased, WITHOUT BOX

• Condition: good overall condition, never used

• Available on the market: still in production

• Sharpness: factory sharp

• Marks on blade: signs of slight surface oxidation on part of the blade as shown in the photos

• Marks on handle: none

• Box: -

• Sheath: in good overall condition

• Manuals, certificates and warranties: -

• Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

The Cold Steel 1917 echoes the style of early 20th century military knives, particularly the Bowie and navy models used during the First World War. The design combines classic lines and modern materials, offering a wide, balanced blade ideal for powerful cuts and heavy-duty work. The hardwood handle and steel guard evoke the aesthetics of 1917 service weapons, reinterpreted with Cold Steel's usual robustness.

Use: Sporting / Collectible

Type of production: semi-handcrafted
Blade production: India
Blade: 1085 High Carbon steel
Blade treatment: burnishing
Handle: rosewood
Blade length: 305mm.
Blade thickness: 6.2mm.
Overall length: 440mm.
Balance: rear
Weight: 658g.
Sheath: leather and metal
Packaging: -
Notes:

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition, a few imperceptible scratches on the titanium bolsters and a couple of small scratches on the satin finish of the blade
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: a couple of small scratches
* Marks on handle: a few imperceptible scratches on the titanium bolsters
* Box: Present and complete
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Cold Steel Hatamoto Custom Series is a high-end folding knife designed for those seeking excellence, performance, and design inspired by samurai tradition.

Produced in a limited edition between 2005 and 2010, this model combines Japanese craftsmanship with American ruggedness with a San Mai III blade, famous for its extraordinary sharpness and superior durability. The enhanced profile ensures effective penetration and superior strength, while the textured G-10 handle with titanium liners and bolsters provides comfort, a secure grip, and a refined aesthetic.

The solid liner lock ensures reliable closure, making this knife not only a collector's item but also a reliable tool for everyday use. Today, the Hatamoto Custom is a rare and coveted item, combining functionality and prestige in a single extraordinary knife.

Intended use: Sports / Collection

Type of production: industrial
Country of production: Japan
Blade: SanMai III laminated stainless steel with VG1 cutting edge
Blade finish: Satin
Handle: Titanium bolsters and scales with three-dimensionally machined G10 grips
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed length: 125mm
Total length: 229mm.
Weight: 181g.
Lock system: Liner lock
Clip: Removable and reversible, mirror-polished stainless steel
Packaging: Aluminum box with Cold Steel logos and cardboard outer box with “Cold Steel Custom Series” logos
Notes: Previously purchased knife from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased and used.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition, has a few small surface scratches on the blade from use.
* Commercially available: Available
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: Small surface scratches visible against the light
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Sport/Utility

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: Taiwan
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: G10
Blade Length: 91mm.
Blade thickness: 3.8mm.
Total length: 223mm.
Weight: 202g.
Closure: Tri-Ad Lock
Clip: Reversible and removable, stainless steel
Packaging: cardboard box with Cold Steel logos
Notes: Design by Andrew Demko

KNIFE NOS FULL SET, NEW FROM STOCK
* Type: NOS Knife - New Old Stock - New from Stock
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available Out of production
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: Minimal, given by time.
* Marks on handle: -
* Box: Present, original, like new
* Scabbard: Present, original, like new
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: - -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.

The “Recon Tanto” is an iconic knife produced by Cold Steel, known for its reliability and sturdiness. First introduced in 1988, the model was designed to be a combat and survival knife with a design that combines functionality and durability.

Over the years, the “Recon Tanto” has been improved and updated, but has retained its distinctive character and functionality. It has become one of Cold Steel's most recognizable models, thanks to its ability to combine traditional design with modern innovation.

Intended use: collection/tactical/sporting

Type of production: industrial
Country of manufacture: Japan
Blade: stainless steel VG-1
Blade treatment: painting
Handle: Kraton
Blade length: 179mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 298mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 265g.
Sheath: Secur-Ex Thermoplastic
Packaging: cardboard box with Cold Steel logos
Notes: knife NOS - New Old Stock - New from stock

Exclusive product created in collaboration with the PDT YouTube channel - The Cutthroat's Park. This unique knife was actually used in a field test that you can view directly in this product sheet.

To make it even more special, we engraved Floriano's autograph and the PDT logo on the blade. The box of the knife was also autographed by Floriano making it a must-have collector's item.

KNIFE FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: PDT YouTube channel.
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available: By catalog
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened, stropped by Floriano after use.
* Marks on blade: Small signs of concrete use.
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: /
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Sport/Utility

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: Taiwan
Blade: Stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: OD Green G10
Blade Length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 240mm.
Weight: 195g.
Closure: Tri-Ad Lock
Clip: Reversible and removable, stainless steel
Packaging: cardboard box with Cold Steel logos
Notes: knife used in a YouTube video review by Floriano of PDT

KNIFE RETIRED FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Collected by a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in very good condition
* Commercially available: NOT in production
* Sharpness: Original sharpness
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Original
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Absent
* Checked and Certified by our internal laboratory

Intended use: Tactical/Sports

Blade: Teflon-coated 440A stainless steel
Blade production Taiwan
Handle: Zytel
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 130mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 155g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: removable, stainless steel
Sheath: -
Note: -

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased.
* Condition: Like New
* Commercially available 2018 Exemplar; currently offering other variants in other configurations.
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: collectible/sporting/military

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: South Africa
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: blackwash
Handle: integral, machined titanium from solid, blackwash finish
Blade length: 103mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Length closed: 132mm.
Total length: 234mm.
Thickness when closed: 16mm.
Weight: 191g.
Opening: Carson Flipper type, on ball bearings
Closure: FrameLock
Clip: titanium, machined from billet
Packaging: plastic case with ADV Tactical logos
Notes: entirely designed and built by Andre De Villiers in his own workshop

KNIFE NOS FULL SET, NEW FROM STOCK
* Type: 1995 NOS knife - New Old Stock - New from stock
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available Out of production
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: Given by time
* Marks on handle: Given by time.
* Box: Present, original, in very good condition
* Scabbard: Present, original, in very good condition, with small marks given by time
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: - -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: collection / tactical / sporting

Type of production: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Carbon V steel
Blade treatment: varnishing
Handle: Kraton
Blade length: 179mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 298mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 265g.
Sheath: Cordura
Packaging: cardboard box with Cold Steel logos and "Made in USA" logos.
Notes: knife from 1995 NOS - New Old Stock - New from stock

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

SERIAL NUMBER 0231

* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition
* Commercially available Limited series, discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: Slight, uneven treatment in places (factory, not due to wear)
* Marks on handle: No
* Box: Present and original, WITH AUTOGRAPH SIGNATURE OF LYNN THOMPSON
* Scabbard: Not present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: no
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: Sporting/EDC

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Taiwan
Blade: Stainless steel Carpenter CTS XHP Alloy 59/60HRC
Blade treatment: DLC
Handle: Griv-Ex
Blade length: 135mm.
Blade thickness: 3.6mm.
Length closed: 170mm.
Total length: 304mm.
Weight: 208g.
Closure: Back Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable
Packaging: Cardboard box with Cold Steel logos
Notes: Numbered and limited edition (serial no. 0231) with signature of "Lynn C. Thompson" laser engraved on the blade and in pen on the packaging

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: in like-new condition with perfect original box
* Commercially available Discontinued since 2013
* Sharpening: Original edge
* Marks on blade: no
* Marks on handle: no
* Box: yes
* Scabbard: no
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: no
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: Sporting / Utility

Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Japan
Blade: SANMAI stainless steel
Blade finish: Satin finish
Handle: Micarta and Titanium
Blade length: 115mm
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 235mm.
Weight: 152g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: Stainless steel
Packaging: aluminium box with Cold Steel logos
Notes: -

For almost a decade, Cold Steel® offered a wicked-looking little boot knife called the Culloden®. It was based on the traditional Scottish 'black knife' or 'Skean Dhu' as it is more commonly called in Gaelic, the ancient language of Scotland.

The Caledonian Edge™ features a number of modern variations and refinements over its predecessor. The blade is made of a virtually unbreakable San Mai III® construction and, like the original Skean Dhu, features a thin, sharp point, as sharp as the proverbial needle. 

The traditional tang seen on the Skean Dhu of yesteryear has been retained and provides an aggressive, non-slip platform for the thumb and forefinger, allowing for better control when using the blade to cut or pierce.

The handle of the Caledonian Edge™ has a profile that hugs the palm of the hand and a relatively thin cross-section that enhances its qualities. It is flat enough not to roll or twist in the palm of the hand, yet comfortable enough to accommodate a wide range of grip styles. A perfect blend of strength and beauty, it features a mirror-polished black Micarta superstructure and titanium bolsters.ne handed opening.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION

The first and original Tanto "Made in Japan", here in a 1980's version with a San Mai steel blade, progenitor of the modern generation continued with the Master Tanto, Magnum Tanto and Recon Tanto.

* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: very good, never used, some light surface marks (visible against the light)
* Commercially available Out of production
* Sharpening: Original wire
* Marks on blade: yes, superficial
* Marks on handle: no
* Box: no
* Scabbard: Present - Original, in good general condition, some marks present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: no
* Checked and certified by our internal laboratory

Intended use: Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Japan
Blade: San Mai steel - Made in Japan
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: Kraton with brass guard and pommel
Blade length: 145m
Blade thickness: 4.7mm.
Total length: 285mm.
Balance: recessed
Weight: 268g.
Sheath: Black leather, branded "Japan".
Packaging: without original box
Notes: Knife from a private collection, first series, produced in the 1980s and out of production since the 1990s, overall in very good condition.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available: Discontinued, replaced by new variants in different steels
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: No
* Marks on handle: No
* Box: -
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: - 
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



Intended Use: Tactical / Collection 

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: Taiwan
Blade: Stainless steel CTS-XHP
Blade treatment: Microbead blasted
Handle: Duralumin A7075 
Blade length: 152mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 178mm.
Total length: 330mm.
Thickness when closed: 22mm.
Weight: 258g.
Closure: LinerLock type
Clip: removable, painted stainless steel
Notes: discontinued knife, like new, withdrawn from private collection

Knife withdrawn from a private collection - In like new condition - Comes with original box - Checked and certified by our internal laboratory Coltelleria Collini

Intended use: Sports / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama: Taiwan
Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel
Blade treatment: -
Handle: Aluminum 7075 and G-10
Blade length: 195mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 425mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 425g.
Closure: Tri-Ad Lock
Clip: Reversible and removable, in stainless steel
Sheath: -
Packaging: cardboard box with Cold Steel logos
Note: -

Knife from a private collection - The first and original Tanto "Made in Japan", here in the second series from 1986, progenitor of the modern generation continued with the Master Tanto, Magnum Tanto and Recon Tanto - Overall in very good condition, with no particular scratches, marks or abrasions on blade and handle; a few small marks of time on scabbard - Product still has original factory sharpening, although it would need a brightening-no signs of wear anyway - Supplied with its own original leather scabbard marked "Japan", but lacking box and manuals - Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory.

Intended use: collection

Type of manufacture: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Japan
Blade: made of "Cold Steel's 400 Series Stainless" steel (presumably 420 stainless)
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: made of Kraton with brass guard and pommel
Blade length: 145m.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 285mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 259g.
Sheath: black leather, marked "Japan"
Packaging: without original box
Notes: knife from private collection, first series, produced in 1988 and discontinued in 1990, overall in very good condition.

Knife from a private collection - First series, first generation, the first and original "Made in USA" Trailmaster from 1988 - Overall in good condition, shows small signs of oxidation on the blade and some minor signs of time on the leather sheath - Product does not appear to have the original factory sharpening, but still has no signs of wear - Supplied with its own original leather sheath, but lacking box and manuals - Checked and certified by our in-house lab.

Intended use: collection

Type of manufacture: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: Carbon V steel
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: kraton and brass
Blade length: 240mm.
Blade thickness: 8mm.
Total length: 370mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 515g.
Sheath: black leather
Packaging: without original box
Notes: knife from private collection, first series, produced in 1988, overall in good condition.

Knife from a private collection - The first and original Magnum Tanto "Made in Japan" from 1988, progenitor of the modern generation continued with the Magnum Tanto II in 1990 - Overall in very good condition, with no particular scratches, marks or abrasions on blade, handle and sheath - Product does not appear to have the original factory sharpening, but still has no signs of wear - Supplied with its own original leather sheath marked "Japan", but lacking box and manuals - Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory.

Intended use: collection

Type of manufacture: Industrial
Country of manufacture: Japan
Blade: stainless steel AUS-8A
Blade treatment: satin finish
Handle: kraton
Blade length: 230mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 370mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 330g.
Sheath: black leather, marked "Japan"
Packaging: without original box
Notes: knife from private collection, first series, produced in 1988 and discontinued in 1990, overall in very good condition.

Knife from a private collection - The original Recon Tanto "Made in USA" of the '90s, progenitor of the current generation - Absolutely like new, never taken out of the box, still with the original factory grease on the blade, sheath without signs of use and knife insertion - Complete, with original box and Cold Steel warranty - Checked and certified by our internal laboratory.

Intended use: collection / tactical / sporting

Production type: Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Carbon V steel
Blade treatment: varnishing
Handle: Kraton
Blade length: 179mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 298mm.
Balancing: advanced
Weight: 265g.
Scabbard: Simil-leather
Package: Cardboard box with Cold Steel and "Made in USA" logos
Notes: Knife from a private collection - Made in the late 90's (presumably 1997/1998) - Absolutely like new

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new, unused
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard:/
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: /
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Hunting / Sporting

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Production: Japan
Blade: Stainless steel VG-1
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Thermorun
Blade length: 89mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Length closed: 127mm.
Total length: 216mm.
Weight: 122g.
Closure: Back Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable
Packaging: cardboard box with Cold Steel logos
Notes: discontinued item, like new, from private collection