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DPX Gear - H.E.F.T. 4" Woodsman - Stonewashed Sleipner & Santos Wood - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED KNIFE, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private seller, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition, shows some barely noticeable signs of oxidation on the blade and other minor signs of age, especially on the sheath
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpness: Factory-sharpened, could be improved
* Marks on blade: imperceptible signs of oxidation in a few places, likely from storing the knife in the leather sheath for a long time
* Marks on handle: imperceptible signs of wear
* Box: Included
* Sheath: Included, with some minor signs of wear
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Included
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory
The Woodsman version of the H.E.F.T. 4 combines premium materials and practical functionality in a compact 4" format. The Santos wood handle offers a natural, solid, and refined grip, while the Sleipner steel blade ensures an excellent balance between toughness, durability, and edge retention.The drop-point profile with a high bevel ensures great versatility of use, from precision work to the most demanding outdoor activities. The handle design, clean and free of sharp edges, is engineered to accommodate different grips without tiring the hand.
The set is completed by a leather sheath, ideal for carrying on a belt and perfectly in line with the outdoor spirit of the Woodsman version.
Intended Use: Outdoor / All-rounder utilityProduction Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: Italy by LionSteel
Blade: Sleipner at 60 HRC
Blade Finish: Stone washed
Handle: Santos wood
Blade Length: 100 mm
Blade Thickness: 5 mm
Total length: 230mm.
Weight: 170g.
Sheath: Leather, belt-mounted, for vertical carry
Packaging: Cardboard box with manufacturer’s logos
Notes: Design by Tommaso Rumici - Manufactured and made in Italy by LionSteel - Discontinued model no longer available on the market, previously purchased, from a private collectionDPX-HEFT4-CP€138.52Only 1 leftOnly 1 left
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DPX Gear - HEST/F Titanium Decade - M390 & Titanium - PRIVATE COLLECTION - DPHSF020 - knife
PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED KNIFE, FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Withdrawn from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition, with some small superficial aesthetic marks on the viteria and titanium handle which does not alter its technical specifications or concrete use
* Available on the market: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Signs on blade: none
* Handle marks: small superficial aesthetic marks
* Box: Present
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: -
* Controlled and Certified by our in-house laboratory
To celebrate ten years of producing some of the most robust and reliable knives in the industry, DPx Gear presents the Titanium Decade edition of its iconic HEST/F. Crafted with a Bohler M390 stainless steel Drop Point blade and embellished with the laser-engraved Mr. DP logo on both sides, this commemorative model combines aesthetics and performance.Intended use: Sporty / Collection
Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Italy
Blade: in stainless steel M390
Blade Finish: Laser Customized with Mr. DP Designs
Handle: 6Al4V titanium machined three-dimensionally with Mr. DP designs
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Weight: 162g.
Closure: Frame Lock with stainless steel casement
Clip: removable and reversible, deep pocket, stainless steel
Packaging: Cardboard box with DPX GEAR logos
Notes: opening on ball bearings - numbered edition with progressive number on the rear spacer - previously purchased, from a private collectionDPHSF020-CP€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
Andre De Villiers ADV - Ronin Hybrid Folder - Satin CPM-S35VN & Tan G10 - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
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 laboratoryIntended 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 collectionADV-RH-TG10-CP€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 left
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Andre De Villiers ADV - Pathfinder G2 Knife - Blackwashed Titanium - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
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 laboratoryIntended 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 VilliersADV-PATG2B-CP€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
DPX Gear - HEST Folder - Triple Black Niolox & Titanium with Black G10 - PRIVATE COLLECTION - DPHSF105 - knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, used, with some minor cosmetic marks on the blade finish and titanium handle that do not affect the technical specifications or practical use
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: minor cosmetic marks
* Marks on handle: minor cosmetic marks
* Box: Present
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratoryIntended use: Sports/Tactical
Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Italy
Blade: Niolox stainless steel at 60HRC
Blade finish: Triple Black TiCN PVD Coating
Handle: Anodized titanium and G10
Blade length: 75mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Closed thickness: 14mm.
Weight: 138g.
Closure: Frame Lock, with additional Rotoblock safety system
Clip: removable and reversible, deep pocket, stainless steel
Packaging: cardboard box with DPX GEAR logos
Notes: comes with a multi-purpose key for disassembly and adjustmentDPHSF105-CP€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
Andre De Villiers ADV - 2018 Ronin - S35VN & Integral Blackwashed Titanium - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
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 workshopADV-RBTI-CP€0.00Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock
Sports, Outdoor, Tactical, and Collectible Knives: The Collini Selection
For over 50 years, Coltelleria Collini has been a reference point in Italy for the world of specialized cutlery. Since 1968, we have been selecting sports, outdoor, professional, and collectible knives, collaborating exclusively with official brands, historical manufacturers, and master artisans.
In this category, you will find thousands of original knives, chosen for demanding collectors, EDC, outdoor, and bushcraft enthusiasts, as well as professional operators who require reliability, quality materials, and consistent performance over time.
Military & Tactical Knives
Knives designed for heavy-duty and professional use, where robustness and reliability are paramount. We select world-leading brands such as Extrema Ratio, Zero Tolerance, Ka-Bar, and Cold Steel. Fixed and folding blades developed to withstand extreme conditions.
Sports & Outdoor Knives
From trekking to hiking, from bushcraft to everyday carry (EDC). Discover the Italian excellence of Fox Knives and LionSteel, the Nordic solidity of Fallkniven, and great classics like Opinel and Spyderco.
Collectible & Rare Knives
Custom, vintage, limited edition, and discontinued knives. Through our Approved program, we acquire, evaluate, and certify private collections, offering our customers access to rare, display, and investment-grade blades.
Why choose Coltelleria Collini since 1968
We are not just an e-commerce site, but a historic cutlery shop with direct experience on the products we offer. Buying from us guarantees:
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Knives FAQ
There is no absolute "best" brand, but specific leaders for each use. For tactical and professional use, Extrema Ratio and Zero Tolerance are top tier. For outdoor and EDC, Fox, LionSteel, Fallkniven, and Spyderco excel.
Yes, buying sports and collectible knives online is generally legal for adults. However, laws regarding carrying and transporting knives in public vary significantly by country. Always check your local regulations.