Approved - knives withdrawn from private collections, checked, overhauled and certified by Coltelleria Collini

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: previously purchased and from a withdrawn private collection
* Condition: Perfect, like new
* Available on the market: Knife from the late 1980s/early 1990s, out of production and difficult to find
* Sharpness: Factory sharp, perfect
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present and perfect
* Sheath: Present, with some minor signs of wear on the back 
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Created in the early 1980s from the vision of legendary designer Al Mar, the 3004 “De Oppresso Liber” is much more than a knife: it is a symbol of tactical excellence and special forces spirit.

Produced in a very limited series in Seki, Japan, this fixed blade knife was designed to meet the extreme standards of the U.S. Army's SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) units.

The engraved motto — “De Oppresso Liber,” “liberate the oppressed” — directly echoes the ethos of the American Green Berets.

Refined, robust, and now highly sought after by collectors, the 3004 represents one of the most iconic chapters in the history of modern military knives.

Intended use: tactical/collection

Country of manufacture: Japan
Type of production: industrial
Blade: AUS-8 stainless steel
Blade finish: satin
Handle: brown micarta
Blade length: 155mm. 
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 267mm.
Balance: on the guard
Weight: 245g.
Sheath: leather
Notes: previously purchased item, withdrawn from private collection - like new, perfect in every detail - supplied with original unopened packaging

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Knife from the 1980s withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, mechanically perfect, shows some signs of wear and age on the wooden handle with a deep notch on the tang with material missing a couple of mm thick near the lanyard hole and some signs of age and wear on the steel heads and steel blade. The sheath is in good condition, never used on a belt, also with signs of age on the outer surfaces and on the automatic button
* Available on the market: Out of production since the 1990s
* Sharpness: Factory sharpness, could be improved
* Marks on blade: Small scratches visible against the light due to age
* Marks on the handle: Small scratches on the steel heads and wood, part of the wood missing near the hole for the lanyard
* Box: Missing
* Sheath: Present and in good condition, with some signs of wear due to the passage of time
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Missing
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Japan
Blade: AUS-6 stainless steel with concave sharpening
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Cocobolo wood, steel heads, and brass internal plates
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 100mm
Total length: 172mm.
Weight: 100g.
Closure: Back Lock
Sheath: sturdy brown leather with white stitching, belt loop, and snap button for fastening
Packaging: -
Notes: rare sports knife, practical and sturdy, produced between the 1980s and 1990s, previously purchased, withdrawn from private collection

Intended use: Collection and EDC (Everyday Carry)
Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: Tru-Sharp™ stainless steel
Blade finish: Mirror polished
Handle: Amber Bone Peach Seed Jig
Blade length: 69mm
Blade thickness: 2.3mm
Closed length: 107mm
Total length: 176mm
Closed thickness: 10mm
Weight: 56g
Locking mechanism: Back Lock
Clip: None
Packaging: Cardboard box with Case logos
Notes: Iconic Case model, available in limited quantities

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: 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: A few small marks on steel heads.
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: /
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection / Gentleman

Type of Production: Semi-Industrial
Country of Production: Japan
Blade: Stainless steel AUS6
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Mother of pearl and stainless steel heads
Blade length: 40mm.
Blade thickness: 2mm.
Length closed: 55mm.
Total length: 97mm.
Weight: 14g.
Closure: Back Lock
Sheath: small blue velvet case with Al-Mar Knives logos
Packaging: cardboard box with Al-Mar Knives logos.
Notes: very rare knife produced in the 1980s withdrawn from private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Perfect, like new
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* 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

Country of Production: Japan
Production type: industrial
Blade: stainless steel AUS-8
Blade Finish: Satin finish
Handle: brown micarta
Blade length: 148mm. 
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 265mm.
Balance: on the guard branch
Weight: 238g.
Sheath: leather
Notes: previously purchased item, withdrawn from private collection - like new, perfect in every detail - comes with original unopened box

KNIFE WITHDRAWAL FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased - knife no longer in production
* Condition: in like new condition
* Commercially available: difficult to find
* Sharpening: factory sharpening
* Marks on blade: no marks
* Marks on the handle: no marks
* Box: original Al-Mar box
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our internal laboratory Coltelleria Collini

Product description

Intended use: sports / collection
Type of production: industrial
Blade: in VG10 stainless steel
Handle: G-10
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 125mm.
Total length: 220mm.
Balancing:
Weight: 146g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: in stainless steel

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