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Busse Combat - SARsquatch 2008 Special Edition - INFI Steel & Raptor Micarta - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Provenance: Acquired from a private individual; previously purchased and used
* Condition: Structure intact, no functional compromises, fully operational and ready for use. Presence of surface oxidation and signs of aging, consistent with the untreated finish. The absence of a coating has allowed, over the years, the development of a natural patina and signs of oxidation that attest to the authenticity of its use. These elements reinforce its technical character and ensure its longevity.
* Commercial Availability: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Professionally resharpened
* Blade Markings: Surface oxidation and signs of aging
* Handle Markings: None
* Box: /
* Sheath: Handcrafted Kydex, made specifically for this knife
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: /
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratoryThe Busse SARsquatch is one of the most iconic models in the Busse Combat Knife Company’s lineup, a direct expression of the design philosophy developed by Jerry Busse: maximum reliability, uncompromising construction, and proven performance in the field.
This specific 2008 Special Edition version stands out for its less common configuration, lacking a protective coating. A choice that at the time favored a more “bare and functional” approach, now particularly appreciated by the most experienced enthusiasts.
For many collectors and users, the SARsquatch represents one of those models that, during its production run, were difficult to find and even harder to purchase. An iconic piece from an era when Busse operated with limited availability and extremely high demand.
At the heart of the SARsquatch is the famous INFI steel, a proprietary alloy developed in-house by Busse, the specific composition details of which have been deliberately kept confidential over time.
In practice, INFI is recognized for: High resilience, suitable for intensive and heavy-duty use; Corrosion resistance superior to the average for non-stainless steels; Good edge retention, with ease of maintenance.
These qualities have helped build the brand’s reputation, making Busse models practical tools for real-world use.
This SARsquatch model is aimed at an audience that understands the value of the Busse project and the context in which it was born. It is not a pristine “collector’s item,” but an authentic knife, true to its operational nature.
It represents a tangible opportunity for those who, in the 2000s, followed the brand and appreciated its products but were unable to easily acquire them: today, it is possible to purchase an original piece, with a distinctive configuration and a history already written, ready to continue being used.
Intended Use: Heavy Duty
Production Type: Handcrafted
Country of Origin: USA
Blade: Full tang, INFI steel at 58/60 HRC
Blade Finish: Uncoated
Handle: Micarta with Raptor-style pattern, secured with 3 pin tubes
Blade Length: 185mm.
Blade Thickness: 5mm.
Overall length: 320 mm.
Balance: Guard-side balanced
Weight: 484 g.
Sheath: Handcrafted Kydex, made specifically for this knife; with modular attachment for vertical belt carry
Packaging: -
Notes: Knife from 2008, previously purchased, from a private collectionBU-SAR08-CP€749.00Only 1 leftOnly 1 left -
Gerber - Bolt Action Knife USA 1985 – Vintage - PRIVATE COLLECTION - with Two Interchangeable Blades
KNIFE TAKEN FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Taken back from a private owner, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used, without box
* Availability on the market: Discontinued
* Edge: Factory edge
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Cordura sheath with insert for the two included blades
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house workshopThe Gerber Bolt Action Knife USA 1985 – 1st Production Run is a vintage folding knife of great historical importance, a true expression of Gerber engineering from the late 1980s and today highly sought after by collectors.
Made entirely in the United States, this model is distinguished by the famous patented Bolt Action mechanism, an innovative locking system that ensures safety, reliability and an extremely smooth operation.
The blade in stainless steel, with plain edge and bead-blasted finish, offers a clean, technical and elegant look.
The textured GRN (Glass Reinforced Nylon) handle provides lightness, strength and excellent grip, making the knife practical and easy to handle, with a weight of only 74 grams.
This example comes complete with the original Gerber sheath and a set of two interchangeable blades, including a saw blade and a skinning blade, a rare configuration that further increases its collectible value.
The knife is in mint condition, never used, never sharpened and never carried, representing a genuine opportunity for vintage knife enthusiasts and for anyone looking for an iconic piece of Made in USA.
Intended use: Collection, light outdoor
Production type: Industrial
Country of origin: United States of America
Blade: Stainless steel, plain edge
Blade finish: Bead blasted
Handle: GRN (Glass Reinforced Nylon) with textured surface
Blade length: 83mm
Blade thickness: -
Closed length: 107mm
Overall length: 187mm
Closed thickness: -
Weight: 74g
Locking mechanism: Gerber patented Bolt Action
Clip: None
Packaging: Original Gerber sheath complete with two interchangeable blades (saw blade and skinning blade)
Notes: Late 1980s vintage knife, Made in USA, 1st Production Run, never used, never sharpened, mint conditionAP-GER-BA -
Puma - Cougar '80s Vintage NOS Full Set - 154CM & Jacaranda Wood - 12 6500 - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Full set, NOS (new old stock / stock fund).
* Condition: Brand new, never taken out of wooden box.
* Commercially available: Out of production
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratoryIconic knife produced by Puma and dating back to the late 1980s, featuring a then very modern line and a steel that was very advanced for the time (154CM).
Intended Use: Collection / Vintage / Tactical
Type of production: Semi-industrial
Country of Production: Germany
Blade: Stainless steel 154CM
Blade finish: Satin finish
Handle: integral, stainless steel and Brazilian Jacaranda wood
Blade length: 165mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 290mm.
Balance: backward
Weight: 320g.
Sheath: leather
Packaging: wooden case
Notes: 1980s Vintage knife - NOS (new old stock) - Brand newPU-COUJHW-CP -
Eickhorn - A.S.E.K. Multifunction Aviator Knife Tanto - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
Knife from a private collection, overall in excellent condition, with scratches on the blade due to insertion and removal from the sheath. Unpackaged - Checked, certified by our in-house laboratory.
Designed for NATO military aircraft crews, the ASEK-Bowie is a rescue and emergency knife
Intended use: Fighter / Tactical
Type of production: industrial
Blade: 440 56HRC stainless steel
Blade treatment: Teflon coated
Production Lama: Germany
Handle: Polyamide reinforced with fiberglass
Blade length: 135mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Closed Length: -
Total length: 270mm.
Balancing: -1cm back from the guard branch
Weight: 235g.
Sheath: cordura and polyamide with sharpener and small backup knife110144 -
Microtech - Socom Elite - Clip Point Black PVD CTS-204P & Black Aluminum - PRIVATE COLLECTION - 160-1T - Knife
KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Commercial Availability: Discontinued in this steel variant
* Sharpness: Factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: Minor cosmetic signs of wear on the clip and screws
* Box: Included
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Included
* Inspected and certified by our in-house laboratoryThe Microtech Socom Elite is one of the most iconic folding knives produced by Microtech, prized for its combination of durability, ergonomics, and reliability. Designed for professional and tactical use, over the years it has also established itself as a benchmark among collectors and enthusiasts of high-end cutlery.
The model presented here, manufactured in 2019, features a blade made of Carpenter CTS-204P steel, one of the best high-performance stainless steel alloys in its class, known for its excellent edge retention, high corrosion resistance, and outstanding wear resistance. The black/dual-tone finish contributes to its particularly aggressive and professional appearance.
The aluminum handle with non-slip inserts ensures a firm and comfortable grip even under the most demanding conditions, while the manual thumb stud opening system and the proven liner lock mechanism guarantee quick deployment and safety during use.
Thanks to Microtech’s signature build quality and a design that has become an industry classic, the Socom Elite is an excellent choice for both everyday use and for collectors seeking one of the most iconic models in the American brand’s modern lineup.
Intended Use: Tactical, EDC
Production Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Carpenter CTS-204P stainless steel
Blade Finish: “Normal” (Black PVD + Satin)
Handle: Aluminum with non-slip inserts
Blade Length: 101mm
Blade thickness: 4 mm
Closed length: 127 mm
Overall length: 228 mm
Closed thickness: 15 mm
Weight: 157 g
Lock type: Liner Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable
Packaging: Microtech box with manuals
Notes: Previously purchased knife, from a private collectionMTK-160-1T -
Gerber - LHR Combat Knife by Larsen, Harsey & Reeve - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition, never used for cutting, cosmetic abrasion marks on the finish caused by insertion and removal from the sheath
* Available on the market: Out of production and difficult to find
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: Cosmetic abrasion marks on the finish caused by insertion and removal from the sheath
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: None
* Sheath: Like new
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: None
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory
Intended use: Tactical - MilitaryType of production: Industrial
Blade: 420HC stainless steel
Blade finish: TiNi - Titanium nitriding
Country of manufacture: USA
Handle: TacHide, non-slip
Blade length: 175mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5 mm.
Total length: 314 mm.
Balance: on the guard
Weight: 332 g (636 g with sheath)
Sheath: ABS, with extraction safety
Notes: designed by Matt Larsen (Close Quarter Combat expert), William Harsey Jr., and Chris Reeve, renowned knife makers30-000183-CP -
Gerber - BMF - Basic Multi-Function Survival Knife - PRIVATE COLLECTION - vintage tactical knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, it has some minor signs of oxidation on the guard and pommel that have not been removed so as not to alter the original finish of the knife, and a couple of small cosmetic scratches on the blade. The sheath is present and perfectly usable, but discolored and “worn” in some parts due to the passage of time
* Available on the market: Out of production
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: A couple of small scratches on the left side of the blade and signs of oxidation on the guard and pommel
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present, complete with diamond sharpener and original bushing, but discolored and worn due to the passage of time
* Manuals, certificates, and warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house lab
The Gerber BMF (Basic Multi-Function) is a fixed blade knife produced by Gerber Legendary Blades between 1986 and the late 1990s. Designed as a sturdy and versatile survival tool, it has become a cult object among collectors and enthusiasts of military and outdoor knives. Its impressive blade, non-slip handle, and sheath with accessories make it one of the most iconic models of Gerber's production from that period.Intended use: Survival / Military
Type of production: industrial
Blade: AUS-8 stainless steel
Blade finish: micro-peened
Country of manufacture: USA
Handle: Hypalon (neoprene-like material)
Blade length: 200mm.
Blade thickness: 6 mm.
Total length: 342 mm.
Balance: on the guard
Weight: 433 g.
Sheath: ABS and Cordura
Notes: knife from a private collection, previously purchased, serial number 006282 - The original compass is in the pocket on the sheath.GE-BMF-CPB -
Puma - Original Bowie - Mirror Polish Pumaster Steel & Rosewood - 12 6356 - PRIVATE COLLECTION - vintage knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased, from a private collection.
* Condition: in very good condition, never actually used, with slight signs of time
* Commercially available rare bowie from the 70s/80s discontinued and no longer available
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: A few small marks due to time.
* Marks on handle: A few small marks due to time
* Box: Present, but lacking the green foam inner liners, which have deteriorated over time
* Scabbard: Present, in very good condition, marked “Western Germany”
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory
Puma 6356 Original Bowie - A Unique Collector's KnifeThe Puma 12 6356 is a remarkable vintage hunting knife known for its sturdiness, quality workmanship and excellent durability. Made in Germany from Pumaster steel, a high-performance alloy steel, this knife offers an ideal combination of hardness, wear resistance, and reliability. Pumaster approaches the performance of modern steels such as D2, with a similar composition that includes good carbon and chromium content. Although it does not reach the hardness of modern ultra-high performance steels, Pumaster is still able to maintain an exceptional edge over the long term, showing superior corrosion resistance compared to pure carbon steels such as 1095 or C75.
With a blade measuring nearly 10 inches long and an overall length of more than 15 inches, the Puma 12 6356 is an imposing knife that does not go unnoticed. Its nickel silver through-guard and rosewood handle give the knife a sophisticated look, while the quality of its craftsmanship ensures durable performance.
This specimen, which appears to have never been used, is in excellent condition and is complete with its original box and leather sheath - special feature of the latter is that it is still marked “Western Germany,” which dates it pre-1986.
It is an ideal choice for any collector. Not only a high-quality hunting knife, but a true collector's item for fans of vintage Puma items.
Intended Use: Collectible / Vintage / Hunting
Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of manufacture: West Germany (pre-1986)
Blade: integral, Pumaster steel (a tool steel very simle to today's D2)
Blade finish: mirror polish
Handle: nickel silver through-guard and Rosewood riveted handle
Blade length: 255m.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 386mm.
Balance: advanced
Weight: 555g.
Sheath: leather
Packaging: wooden case, lacking interior linings (deteriorated with time)
Notes: rare Vintage knife late 1970s, early 1980s - previously purchased, from a private collectionPU-6356-CP -
Microtech - Anax - 2015 Marfione Custom Limited Edition - Tri-Tone DLC Elmax & Carbon Fiber - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Collected from a private individual, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Commercially available: Limited and numbered custom edition, discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory.
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Not Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratoryMicrotech Marfione Custom ANAX - Limited Series 2015
In 2015, Anthony Marfione created a limited and numbered series of the famous ANAX, a folding integral knife that marked a turning point in custom design. Winner of the “Most Innovative Knife of the Year” award at the 2014 Blade Show, the ANAX combines functionality, futuristic aesthetics, and top-of-the-line materials. The custom models produced that year stand out for their handcrafted finishes, unique material variations, and exclusive accessories, quickly becoming collector's items coveted on a global scale.
Data Sheet.
Intended Use: Tactical, EDC
Type of production: Custom
Country of Production: USA
Blade: Elmax Stainless Steel
Blade Finish: Tri-Tone Black DLC
Handle: Carbon fiber and titanium with Black DLC finish and hardware
Blade length: 95mm
Blade thickness: 4mm
Length closed: 125mm
Total length: 219mm
Thickness when closed: 12mm
Weight: 99g
Closure: Sub Frame Lock in titanium with Black DLC finish
Clip: Titanium with Black DLC finish
Packaging: Marfione Custom box with external serial number, nylon zippered pouch, microfiber pouch, titanium patch with Marfione logo
Notes: 05/2015 limited run custom edition, specimen number 075, numbered on blade and boxMTK-075-CP -
Gerber - Applegate Fairbairn - Covert Folder Black PVD - PRIVATE COLLECTION - knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Overall in very good condition.
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: No
* Marks on handle: No
* Box: -
* Scabbard: -
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: -
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory
Use: Tactical / Military
Blade: Stainless steel 154CM 58/60 HRC with PVD treatment
Handle: Zytel
Blade length: 95 mm.
Blade thickness: 3 mm.
Total length: 220 mm.
Length closed: 125 mm.
Weight: 115 g.
Clip: stainless steel
Locking system: liner lock with additional safety lockG-AFCB-CP -
Gerber - LMF II Infantry knife Black - PRIVATE COLLECTION - 1629 - knife
Knife withdrawn from a private collection - In like new condition, original sharpening, without original box - Checked and certified by our in-house Coltelleria Collini laboratory.
After two years of collaboration with expert military instructor Frank Heyl, Gerber is delighted to bring to market what they themselves define as the strongest military / survival knife ever built. quick to change the handle, but also so robust that it can pierce an aircraft fuselage but also simply be used as a hammer, glass breaker or throwing knife.
Intended use: Military
Type of production: industrial
Blade: 12C27 stainless steel
Blade treatment: TiNi - Titanium Nitriding
Production Lama: USA
Handle: non-slip in fiberglass and nylon
Blade length: 125mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed Length: -
Total length: 275mm.
Balancing: 3cm back.
Weight: 330g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Nylon and fire retardant anti-slip polymers, M.O.L.L.E. system, ultra-flat to limit the overall dimensions, integrated sharpener
Notes: Skullcrasher / Hammer in stainless steel and slots for wrist strap or to be used with a rod to create a spear.AP-1629-GER


















