Approved - knives withdrawn from private collections, checked, overhauled and certified by Coltelleria Collini

KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED AND USED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual; previously purchased and used
* Condition: In excellent mechanical condition; in acceptable cosmetic condition
* Commercially available: Available on the market
* Sharpening: Professionally resharpened
* Marks on blade: Various signs of use and oxidation, which do not compromise its cutting performance, mechanical capabilities, or reliability
* Marks on handle: Minimal signs of use
* Box: -
* Sheath: Included, in excellent condition
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Inspected and certified by our in-house laboratory

A reliable and sturdy chopper, previously heavily used, showing various scuffs and signs of oxidation that give it aesthetic “character” without compromising its cutting performance or mechanical integrity. Excellent for those seeking a reliable hiking companion that offers great durability at a fraction of the original price.

Intended Use: Heavy Utility

Manufacturing Type: Semi-Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Full tang, 1095 steel, 58/60 HRC
Blade Finish: Black River Wash
Handle: Tan Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 213 mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm.
Overall length: 353 mm.
Balance: Forward
Weight: 510 g.
Sheath: Nylon, with ABS insert and multifunctional outer pocket
Packaging: -
Notes:  Previously owned and used knife from a private collection—Designed by Andy Tran

KNIFE ACQUIRED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: excellent, no marks on the blade or handle, only a few minor signs of wear on the Kydex sheath
* Available on the market: still available, though with a different handle and finish
* Sharpening: factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: none
* Marks on handle: none
* Box: not included (TOPS models are sold without a box)
* Sheath: included, with some minor signs of wear
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Tops Tom Brown Tracker is a knife that has been appreciated by survival enthusiasts for many years and is designed to handle any outdoor situation. Featuring a full-tang blade with a distinctive multi-section profile—ideal for cutting, carving, splitting, and skinning—it offers exceptional versatility. Crafted from 1095 carbon steel with a protective coating and an ergonomic Micarta handle, the Tracker combines strength, control, and reliability, making it an iconic tool for survivalists and bushcrafters.

Intended Use: Sports / Collectible

Production Type: Industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Black Traction Coating”
Handle: Micarta
Blade Length: 160mm.
Blade Thickness: 6.5mm.
Overall Length: 302mm.
Balance: at the lower guard
Weight: 595g.
Sheath: thermoformed Kydex, with dual multi-position clip
Notes: Designed by Tom Brown, featured in the film The Hunted starring Benicio Del Toro—entirely made in the USA—each knife is numbered.

PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED KNIFE, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private seller, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Availability on the market: Hard to find
* Sharpening: Factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: A few small abrasions visible against the light on the mirror finish
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present and complete
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Rockstead HIGO II in titanium is not simply a high-end folding knife: it is the ultimate embodiment of Japanese philosophy applied to cutting, where every detail is pushed to the limits of perfection.

The minimalist, flawless titanium handle serves as a counterpoint to a ZDP-189 blade hardened to extreme hardness and finished with an almost unreal mirror polish. The result is not merely aesthetic: it is a living surface, capable of gliding through material with a smoothness and continuity that few knives in the world can offer.

Rockstead’s proprietary convex geometry does more than just cut: it separates, controls, and guides. It is a blade designed for those who recognize the difference between extreme sharpness and true long-term efficiency.

The HIGO II is an object for connoisseurs, where tolerances, treatments, and finishes are not mere technical specifications, but part of a precise language.

Intended use: Collectible / Sport

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: ZDP-189 stainless steel, hardened to 66.5 HRC
Blade finish: mirror polished
Handle: titanium
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Closed length: 120mm.
Total length: 216mm.
Closed thickness: 12.2mm.
Weight: 136g.
Opening mechanism: ambidextrous pivot 
Washers: brass
Closure: FrameLock with SKD11 striker at 61HRC
Clip: removable, 420J2 stainless steel with PVD coating
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: knife from a private collection, previously purchased

PRIVATE COLLECTOR'S KNIFE, PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED
* Provenance: Withdrawn from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Iconic knife from the early 2000s, never used, in very good condition (typical signs of wear of this model and material given by rubbing with the sheath)
* Available on the market: Difficult to find and not in this configuration
* Sharpening: Factory, can be improved
* Blade marks: Typical wear marks of this model and material, given by rubbing with the sheath
* Signs on handle: Small signs given by time
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present, in good condition, with small signs given by time
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: -
* Controlled and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The MBK-TI model is a utility knife designed to offer maximum reliability and discretion in the most demanding operational uses. Equipped with a 4-inch spear point blade, it was conceived as a more aggressive and compact solution for boot knife or neck knife use, particularly suitable for professional contexts in special operations, SWAT units and tactical environments.

Intended use: Multi-role / Boot Knife / Neck Knife

Type of Production: industrial
Blade: Full Tang in Titanium Beta, with micro-balled finish
Country of production USA
Grip: Black G10
Blade length: 101mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 203mm.
Weight: 99g.
Sheath: in kydex, thermoformed, with Tek-Lok multi-position attachment
Packaging: -
Note: Previously purchased knife, from private collection - iconic product from the early 2000s

RETIRED KNIFE FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Withdrawn from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Iconic knife from the early 2000s, never used, in very good condition (typical signs of wear of this model and material given by rubbing with the sheath)
* Available on the market: Difficult to find and not in this configuration
* Sharpening: Professionally sharpened
* Blade marks: Typical wear marks of this model and material, given by rubbing with the sheath
* Signs on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present and in excellent condition, Made in USA by SpecOps
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: -
* Controlled and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended use: Multi-role

Type of Production: industrial
Blade: Full Tang in Titanium Beta, with micro-balled finish
Country of production USA
Grip: Black G10
Blade length: 130mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Total length: 255mm.
Weight: 243g.
Sheath: Made in USA by SpecOps, in coyote colored Nylon, belt, MOLLE compatible, with thermoformed Kydex inner part
Packaging: -
Note: Previously purchased knife, from private collection - iconic product from the early 2000s

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: excellent, little use and not heavy use
* Available on the market: still available, although with a different handle
* Sharpness: factory sharp, little wear
* Marks on blade: minimal marks on blade treatment that do not compromise its use in any way
* Marks on handle: minimal signs of use
* Box: not present, as with most Tops models
* Sheath: present, with minimal signs of wear
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Tops Tom Brown Tracker is a knife that has been appreciated by survival enthusiasts for many years and is designed to handle any outdoor situation. Featuring a full tang blade with a distinctive multi-section profile—ideal for cutting, carving, splitting, and skinning—it offers exceptional versatility. Made of 1095 carbon steel with a protective coating and ergonomic Micarta handle, the Tracker combines strength, control, and reliability, making it an iconic tool for survivalists and bushcrafters.

Intended use: Sports / Collection

Type of production: industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Black Traction Coating” (anti-reflective/non-slip)
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 302 mm.
Balance: at the lower guard branch
Weight: 595 g. (744 g. including sheath)
Sheath: Kydex, tactical with double multi-position clip
Notes: Design by Tom Brown, used in the film The Hunted with Benicio Del Toro, entirely handmade in the USA, each knife is numbered.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Iconic knife from the early 2000s, never used, in excellent condition (signs of wear typical of this model and material due to rubbing against the sheath)
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: Signs of wear typical of this model and material, due to rubbing against the sheath
* Marks on handle: N/A
* Box: Present and in excellent condition
* Sheath: Present and in excellent condition, never used, with normal signs of age
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: /
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

MISSION beta titanium knives are high-quality tools designed to withstand the most extreme conditions.

Made from a special beta titanium alloy, these knives combine exceptional lightness, corrosion resistance, and strength. MISSION developed these knives to ensure durability and reliability in extreme environments, such as the sea or high temperatures, and they are virtually indestructible. The main feature of these knives is their ability to remain perfectly usable even after intensive use.

The knives have been tested and selected by the US Navy SEALs, who have used them in sensitive missions and special operations. Thanks to their incredible strength, ease of maintenance, and reliability, they have become a benchmark for special forces professionals and enthusiasts of high-end outdoor equipment.

Intended use: Multi-purpose / Diving

Type of production: Industrial
Blade: Beta Titanium with micro-shot peened finish
Country of manufacture: USA
Handle: Beta Titanium with micro-shot peened finish
Blade length: 125mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Total length: 248 mm.
Weight: 151 g.
Sheath: thermoformed Kydex, with removable nylon belt loop for vertical carry on belt.
Packaging: cardboard box with Mission Knives logos.
Notes: previously purchased knife from a private collection - discontinued, iconic product from the early 2000s.

PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED AXE, FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Withdrawn from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Same as new, never used
* Available on the market: Difficult to find
* Sharpening: Factory
* Signs on blade: None
* Signs on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: -
* Controlled and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Designed to offer a compact yet extremely effective tool in emergency situations, Fireman's Backup was born from field experience and a careful analysis of the real operational needs of rescuers. The project is designed by Allen Jensen, a renowned outdoor designer and scout leader, who developed this tool after studying data and feedback from agencies and teams involved in wildfire management and emergency operations.

Due to its robustness and reliability, Fireman's Backup has been adopted not only by firefighters and emergency teams, but also by SWAT units, government agencies, and specialized military units, which use it as a support tool in tactical and forced-access operations.

Intended use: Heavy Utility / Tactical / Emergency / Breaching Tool

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: 1095 carbon steel full tang
Blade finish: BTC (black traction coating)
Handle: micarta
Blade length: 126x132mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Total length: 325mm.
Weight: 775gr
Sheath: in Kydex and Nylon, with rotating multi-position clip
Packaging: -
Notes: previously purchased, from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Available on the market: Out of production, available in different finishes and configurations
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

The Operator 7 model is huge! TOPS Knives has dared to create an imposing knife with a thick blade and solid handle, creating a balanced tool that excels as a true “workhorse.” At the same time, it retains that classic American combat knife aesthetic, looking as spectacular as it performs.

Made from 8 mm thick 1075 steel, the blade is differentially heat treated: the edge is impact resistant, while the spine is incredibly sturdy. The handle combines sand-colored Micarta on the lower part with black G10 on the upper part, offering optimal grip. Once assembled, the handle is over 2.5 cm thick, shaped to fit perfectly in the user's hand, just like an axe or hatchet handle.

Designed to be useful and comfortable, this knife is for those who don't hold back. It is at home with door kickers, survivalists, and weekend enthusiasts alike. The rounded handles and guard ensure comfort of use, while the finger choil allows for great precision in the most delicate cuts. The 16.5 cm of active edge covers most needs, and the weight of the knife helps to do most of the work itself. The included Kydex sheath with dangler attachment makes it easy to carry in any terrain.

Intended use: Utility

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 carbon steel 58/60HRC
Blade treatment: Black River Wash (Stonewashed)
Handle: G10 Black and Micarta
Blade length: 184 mm.
Blade thickness: 8 mm.
Total length: 318 mm.
Balance: on the guard branch
Weight: 695 g.
Sheath: Kydex
Packaging: -
Notes: previously purchased knife from a private collection

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: acquired from a private collector, previously purchased
* Condition: good, unused
* Availability: still available on the market, in a different version
* Sharpening: factory edge, excellent condition
* Blade marks: some near the handle, likely caused by contact with the sheath
* Handle marks: none
* Box: not included, as with most Tops models
* Sheath: included, with a superficial cut (see photos) near the snap button
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Silent Hero was designed by Anton Du Plessis, then Head of Operations for the Silent Heroes Foundation Special Interdiction Unit, whose mission was to fight poaching in South Africa. This knife needed to be durable, versatile, and able to withstand field use — requirements that shaped the design of both the blade and the handle. It is built to handle heavy-duty tasks.

The ergonomic handle ensures a secure grip. The hole in the lower guard branch can be used to attach the knife to a stick or pole when needed.

The blade features a finger choil that allows for a firm grip and precise control for detailed cuts. Its recurved tip design makes the knife ideal for slicing while providing extra tip strength. This makes it perfect for bushcraft, survival, and tactical applications.

The black leather sheath is robust and complements the knife perfectly.

Intended use: Sport / Collection

Production type: industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Sniper Gray” finish
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm
Blade thickness: 4.8mm
Total length: 294mm
Balance: aligned with the guard branch
Weight: 321g (439g with sheath)
Sheath: leather
Notes: each knife is individually serialized

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: acquired from a private collector, previously purchased
* Condition: good, lightly used and not heavily worn
* Availability: still available on the market, though with a different handle version
* Sharpening: factory edge, slightly worn
* Blade marks: none on the treated area, slight oxidation spots on the edge
* Handle marks: none
* Box: not included, as with most Tops models
* Sheath: included, with friction marks on the Kydex and oxidation on the metal clips
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Tops Tom Brown Tracker is a survival knife highly appreciated for many years by outdoor enthusiasts, designed to tackle any wilderness challenge. Featuring a full tang blade with a distinctive multi-section profile — ideal for cutting, carving, chopping and skinning — it delivers outstanding versatility. Made of 1095 carbon steel with a protective coating and an ergonomic Micarta handle, the Tracker combines strength, control, and reliability, making it an iconic tool for survivalists and bushcrafters.

Intended use: Sport / Collection

Production type: industrial
Blade: 1095 carbon steel 58HRC with “Black Traction Coating” (anti-glare / anti-slip)
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm
Blade thickness: 6.5mm
Total length: 302mm
Balance: aligned with lower guard branch
Weight: 595g (744g with sheath)
Sheath: tactical Kydex with dual multiposition clip
Notes: Design by Tom Brown, featured in the film “The Hunted” with Benicio Del Toro, handmade in the USA, each knife individually numbered.

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: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: 2022 model in excellent overall condition, a few imperceptible abrasions on the handle and a couple of superficial scratches visible only when held up to the light on the tip of the blade
* Available on the market: Difficult to find
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: a couple of superficial scratches visible only when held up to the light on the tip of the blade
* Marks on handle: a few imperceptible abrasions on the handle
* Box: Present and complete
* Sheath: /
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Rockstead brand, owned by Ishida Co. of Sakai, Japan, currently markets the best industrial knives currently in production.

Created by Katsumi Kitano, who has been producing high-quality knives for over 20 years and has been awarded the highest recognition among artisan knife makers in Japan, these knives are exceptional in terms of cutting ability, penetration, and edge retention, as well as in terms of innovation in the materials used and construction techniques.

Intended use: Collection / Sports

Type of production: Midtech
Country of production: Sakai - Japan
Blade: ZDP-189 stainless steel at 67.3 HRC
Blade treatment: Mirror polished
Handle: A7075 duralumin with Hv400 hardness anodization
Blade length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 3.3 mm.
Closed length: 104 mm.
Total length: 176 mm.
Closed thickness: 11.4 mm.
Weight: 74 g.
Closure: FrameLock with SUS420J2 50 HRC latch
Clip: removable, 1mm SUS420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, cardboard outer box, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: Serial number 848 - Manufactured in 2022

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

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased and used
* Condition: Overall in good condition, shows some minor cosmetic marks on the heat treatment of the titanium handles, clip, and blade, which do not compromise its practical use in any way
* Available on the market: Out of production and no longer available on the market
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: Minor cosmetic marks due to carrying and use
* Marks on handle: Minor cosmetic marks due to wear and tear
* Box: Knife sold in a nylon bag with EOS logos and a titanium key to adjust the blade tension
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory

EOS Prawn – The first friction folder by EOS
The Prawn marks EOS's debut in the world of friction folders, offering a compact and robust solution for everyday use. Featuring a flamed titanium handle and CPM-S35VN sintered steel blade, it combines robustness and exclusive design.

Although it does not have a blade lock, the adjustable washer system allows you to keep the blade in the open or closed position by adjusting the tension. Its compact size makes it ideal for carrying in your pocket, backpack, or tactical bag.

Intended use: Tactical/EDC/Collection

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: CPM S35VN steel
Blade treatment: Stonewashed
Handle: Flamed titanium
Blade length: 68mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed length: 83mm.
Total length: 135mm.
Closed thickness: 12mm.
Weight: 93g.
Closure: Friction Folder (without blade lock)
Clip: titanium, removable
Packaging: nylon bag with EOS logos
Notes: knife from a private collection, previously purchased and used, equipped with its original nylon pouch with which it was sold and a small titanium key to be used to adjust the tension and fluidity of the blade opening

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new, never used, solely removed from its original packaging.
* Commercially available: Commercially available.
* Sharpening: Original
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Marketed by the manufacturer in a clear plastic bag, absent
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

The Little Bugger is a fixed knife designed by Matt Graham, a survival expert, ultra-marathon, triathlon, climbing and martial arts athlete. Matt created this knife to meet the need for a compact, sharp and sturdy knife that could be carried without bulk, perfect for those involved in extreme sports or activities in harsh environments. Lightweight and durable, it is ideal for those looking for a versatile tool that can be taken anywhere, even when leaving everything else at home.

The knife is designed to be extremely compact and lightweight, with a total weight of less than 115g., perfect for outdoor activities such as ultra-marathons or climbing. The sheath is equally lightweight and can be easily worn on a belt or backpack thanks to its J-clip, which also allows it to be worn with shorts without the risk of it falling out.
The slim, straight blade shape combined with the Scandi sharpening technique provides outstanding performance for precision cuts and everyday use.

Intended Use: Light Utility

Production Type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: Full tang in 1095 carbon cciaium at 56/58HRC
Blade finish: Stonewashed
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 6.05mm.
Blade thickness: 2.3mm.
Total length: 146mm.
Weight: 105g.
Sheath: Kydex, with loop clip
Notes: previously purchased knife, from a private collection, never used, like new

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available: In production
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: lacking clear plastic pouch, TOPS products do not have box
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.

The Sonoran Desert covers nearly 260,000 square kilometers between the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. For someone like Dave who spends more time off-grid in this region than in places with modern conveniences, it is clear that his experience in the field ensures the quality of this knife. The Sonoran is designed to excel and meet virtually any challenge in extreme environments such as this.

Dave, known as “Desert Dave,” is a legendary figure: his expertise in primitive skills makes him one of the nation's leading experts in Stone Age survival techniques. Not surprisingly, he has added the role of Knife Designer to his already impressive resume. The Sonoran represents his idea of the ideal knife: a perfect balance of functionality and tradition.

With lines inspired by the classic Puukko, but with a slightly raised tip and an ergonomically designed, modern handle, the Sonoran combines traditional aesthetics with contemporary practicality. This knife is not just a tool: it is a reliable companion for those who live adventure and face nature with courage.

Intended Use: Allrounder Light Utility

Production Type: Semi-Industrial
Country of Production: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 58/60HRC steel
Blade Finish: Tumble Finish
Handle: G10
Blade Length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 190mm.
Weight: 95g.
Sheath: leather, belt
Packaging: -
Notes: previously purchased knife, from a private collection, like new

KNIFE RETRIEVED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION

• Origin: Retrieved from a private owner, previously purchased in the 2009 edition
• Condition: Overall in excellent condition
• Availability: Available on the market
• Sharpening: Original
• Blade marks: None
• Handle marks: None
• Box: -
• Sheath: -
• Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Present
• Checked and Certified: by our internal laboratory

The TOPS Sgt. Scorpion SGTS01 is a high-quality tactical knife, designed to deliver exceptional performance in critical situations. Handcrafted in the USA, this fixed blade knife features a spear point blade made of 1095 carbon steel with a black traction coating, ensuring superior resistance and durability. The black and red G10 handle offers a secure and comfortable grip, while the finger guard and upper jimping provide optimal control during use. The Sgt. Scorpion is easy to carry thanks to its compact design and included black Kydex sheath.

• Intended Use: Tactical
• Production Type: Industrial
• Country of Manufacture: USA
• Blade: 1095 Carbon Steel
• Blade Finish: Black traction coating
• Handle: Black and red G10
• Blade Length: 86 mm
• Blade Thickness: 6.35 mm
• Total Length: 197 mm
• Closed Thickness: Not applicable
• Weight: 264 g
• Packaging: Black Kydex sheath
• Notes: Each blade is hand-sharpened by a TOPS artisan in the USA.

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Iconic knife from the early 2000s, used, but overall in excellent condition
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened, can be improved.
* Marks on blade: Signs of wear typical of this model and material, given by rubbing against the sheath
* Marks on handle: None, normal workmanship marks found on all these models.
* Box: /
* Scabbard: Present, in very good condition, with normal signs of workmanship present on all of these models.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: /
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.

MISSION beta titanium knives are high-quality tools designed to withstand the most extreme conditions.

Made from a special beta titanium alloy, these knives combine exceptional lightness, corrosion resistance and strength. MISSION developed these knives to ensure durability and reliability in extreme environments, such as the sea or high temperatures, and they are virtually indestructible. The main feature of these knives is their ability to remain perfectly usable even after heavy use.

The knives have been tested and selected by U.S. Navy SEALs, who have used them in sensitive missions and special operations. Because of their incredible durability, ease of maintenance, and reliability, they have become a benchmark for special forces professionals and high-end outdoor equipment enthusiasts.

Intended Use: Tactical/Sub

Type of Manufacture: industrial
Blade: made of Beta Titanium with a micropeened finish
Country of manufacture USA
Handle: Hytrel
Blade length: 185mm.
Blade thickness: 6.3mm.
Total length: 305mm.
Weight: 264g.
Sheath: made of Hytrel and rubber, with Nylon strap
Packaging: /
Notes: previously purchased knife, from private collection - discontinued, iconic early 2000s product

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: 2016 knife previously purchased and withdrawn from a private collection
* Condition: Like new, never used, never removed from packaging
* Commercial availability: Difficult to find
* Sharpening: Factory edge
* Blade marks: None
* Handle marks: None
* Box: Present and complete, with outer box
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranty: Present and complete
Inspected and Certified by our internal laboratory

SHIN in Japanese means ‘trust’.

The SHIN is one of the largest folders in the Rockstead catalog and showcases all the typical and characteristic elements of the brand: aluminum handle with a pearl-radiant design, hardened anodization at 400 Vickers, and an insert of high-quality stingray leather (Samekawa).

This is a durable knife with strong cutting capabilities that maintains its edge for a long time. Even when used for rigorous cuts, the blade glides securely thanks to its particular sharpening.

The blade indeed has a HONZUKURI sharpening, convex on both sides, following the tradition of Japanese swords; this makes it both very sharp and sturdy, allowing it to cleanly cut a sheet of paper even after 1000 cuts through a very abrasive and resistant hemp rope.

A faithful companion for life, in which to place the utmost trust.

Blade: laminated stainless steel ZDP189 at 67HRC internally and VG10 at 61.7HRC externally
Handle: samekawa (genuine stingray leather) and aerospace-grade aluminum A6063S with black alumite treatment at 400Hv hardness
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 210mm.
Weight: 145g.
Lock: linerlock type, made of 402J2 steel at 50HRC
Clip: removable, made of 402J2 steel at 50HRC, with black alumite treatment at 400Hv
Notes: complete with warranty certificate and technical specifications

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: 2011 specimen, overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available: Still in catalog, but difficult to find.
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: minimal marks given by time.
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection / Sporting

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: ZDP189 stainless steel at 66.3 HRC
Blade treatment: mirror polish
Handle: Aluminum A6063S with anodization to Hv400 hardness and genuine Breed leather inserts
Blade length: 82mm.
Blade thickness: 3.7mm.
Length closed: 111mm.
Total length: 189mm.
Thickness when closed: 16.2mm.
Weight: 133g.
Opening: via ambidextrous pin 
Washers: steel
Closure: Sub FrameLock of 2mm. made of SUS402J2 stainless steel at 50HRC
Clip: deep pocket, 1mm. 420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: Specimen number #046 dated 07/13/2011, previously purchased, withdrawn from a private collection

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
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: In excellent, like-new condition
* Commercially available: Still in production
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection / Sporting

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: Hitachi YXR7 steel at 64 HRC
Blade treatment: Black Hard Anodized at Hv400 hardness
Handle: Duraluminum A7075 with anodized to Hv400 hardness
Blade length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 3.3mm.
Length closed: 104mm.
Total length: 176mm.
Thickness when closed: 11.4mm.
Weight: 74g.
Opening: via ambidextrous pin 
Washers: steel
Closure: FrameLock with clapper made of SKD11 at 61HRC
Clip: removable, 1mm 420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: serial number 338 - Production date 20/03/2019

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: in excellent, like-new condition
* Commercially available: In production
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection / Sporting

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: stainless steel ZDP-189 at 66.6 HRC
Blade finish: mirror polish
Handle: Duraluminum A7075 with anodization to Hv400 hardness and Samekawa insert (genuine Breed leather)
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 210mm.
Weight: 145g.
Opening: via ambidextrous pivot 
Washers: steel
Closure: FrameLock with hinge made of 420J2 at 52HRC
Clip: removable, 1mm 420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: serial number 054 - Date of manufacture 23/04/2019

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Overall in good condition, some minor abrasion on clip and hardware
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: Small abrasions on clip and hardware.
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: /
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collection / Sporting

Production type: Midtech
Country of manufacture: Sakai - Japan
Blade: Hitachi YXR7 steel at 64.7 HRC
Blade treatment: Black Titanium mirror coat
Handle: Duraluminum A7075 with anodizing to Hv400 hardness
Blade length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 3.3mm.
Length closed: 104mm.
Total length: 176mm.
Thickness when closed: 11.4mm.
Weight: 74g.
Opening: via ambidextrous pin 
Washers: steel
Closure: FrameLock with clapper made of SKD11 at 61HRC
Clip: removable, 1mm 420J2 stainless steel with PVD treatment
Packaging: Wooden box with Rockstead logos, certificate with serial number and steel hardness test
Notes: serial number 014 - Production date October 9, 2009

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: In very good condition
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: -
* Marks on handle: - -
* Box: marketed in silk pouch.
* Scabbard: Leather, belt, original, with a few small marks given by time.
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: present.
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory



The HIGO-MH-DLC folder features a 3.5-inch YXR7 blade with DLC coating and Micarta handle. The incredible mirror finish is achieved by heat treating the blade and gradually grinding by hand with wet and dry sandpaper of 400, 600, 800, 1,200 and 2,000. The HIGO-MH-DLC comes with a black leather belt case with a slot to hold the included torx wrench.

Country of manufacture: Japan
Type of manufacture: midtech
Blade: DLT571 steel (Hitachi YXR7 at 64.1HRC with 3micron HPC coating and hardness of Hv1300)
Handle: 2mm stainless steel sus402J2 at 52HRC with micarta handles
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Total length: 216mm.
Weight: 139g.
Closure: Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel
Notes: Serial number 303 - 2010 knife accompanied by warranty certificate with technical specifications - Model discontinued and no longer commercially available

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.


The best industrial knives currently in production are marketed under the Rockstead brand. Created by Katsumi Kitano, who has been making quality knives for more than 20 years to the extent that he has been awarded the highest distinction among artisan knife makers in Japan, they prove to be exceptional both in cutting ability, penetration and edge-holding and in the level of innovation for the materials used and construction techniques.

Country of production: Japan
Type of production: midtech
Blade: Hitachi YXR7 steel at 64.8HRC with 3micron HPC coverage and hardness of Hv1800
Handle: Duralumin A2024 with surface anodizing and hardness of Hv400
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Total length: 215mm.
Weight: 130g.
Closure: Frame Lock with SKD11 casement at 61HRC
Clip: made of 402J2 steel at 48HRC
Notes: Serial number 005 - 2010 knife accompanied by warranty certificate with technical specifications - Model discontinued and no longer commercially available

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 WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased - year of production 2015
* Conditions: Like new
* Commercially available Yes
* Sharpening: Original
* Marks on blade: NO
* Signs on handle: NO
* Packaging: NO
* Sheath: In kydex
* Manuals, Certificates and Guarantees: YES
* Checked and Certified by our internal laboratory

Intended Use: Tactical/Military/Survival

Country of production: USA
Type of production: semi-artisanal
Blade: 1095 58HRC carbon steel
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 160mm.
Blade thickness: 6mm.
Closed length: - mm.
Total length: 302mm.
Balance: in coincidence with the lower guard branch
Weight: 585g.
Sheath: in kydex, tactical, with double multi-position clip
Notes: Design by Tom Brown, used in the film The Hunted with Benicio Del Toro, each knife has a serial number on the blade.

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