Approved - knives withdrawn from private collections, checked, overhauled and certified by Coltelleria Collini
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Spartan Blades - Nymph Integral Frame Mini Slipjoint - StoneWashed CPM-35VN & Titanium - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used, but missing the original packaging
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Edge: Factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Missing - Will be shipped in a Spartan Blades box, but different from the original one
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratoryAfter more than 40 years of service in the U.S. Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina.
Curtis, who had been designing and crafting knives for his friends in the special forces for years, and Mark, who had always dealt with military and tactical gear during his time with the “Green Berets,” decided to combine their expertise and passion with the goal of building innovative and functional knives using the highest-quality materials and manufactured entirely in the United States.
Intended Use: EDC / Sports
Production Type: Midtech
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: CPM-S35VN stainless steel
Blade Finish: Stonewash
Handle: Stonewashed Titanium
Blade Length: 48 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Closed length: 74 mm
Overall length: 121 mm.
Closed thickness: 7 mm
Weight: 36 g.
Closure: Integral Frame Slipjoint (two-handed opening and closing without blade lock)
Clip: Titanium
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Winner of the 2014 Blade Show award for “Most Innovative American-Made Knife of the Year” – Knife previously purchased and withdrawn from a private collectionSB-NYM-CP -
Spartan Blades - Nyx - Black CPM-S35VN & Tan Micarta - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private seller, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in good condition, with superficial cosmetic marks on the finish caused by insertion and removal from the sheath
* Commercially available: Discontinued
* Sharpness: Factory-sharpened, could be improved
* Marks on blade: Superficial cosmetic marks on the finish caused by insertion and removal from the sheath
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Included
* Sheath: Included
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory
Intended Use: Tactical/MilitaryProduction Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: CPM-S35VN stainless steel, 59/60 HRC
Blade Finish: Black SpartaCoat
Handle: Canvas Micarta with 3D texture
Blade Length: 130mm.
Blade Thickness: 4.8mm.
Overall Length: 254mm.
Weight: 217g.
Sheath: Nylon, M.O.L.L.E. compatible
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logos
Notes: Design by Lovito/Carey - Knife from a private collection, previously purchasedSB6BKTNNLBK-CP -
Strider Knives - Monkey Edge BT MEFP - Black CPM-3V & Frag Pattern Green G10 - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual; previously purchased and used
* Condition: Structure intact, no functional compromises, fully operational and ready for use. Presence of slight surface marks on the finish and signs of age.
* Available on the market: Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: Slight surface marks on the finish
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: /
* Sheath: Nylon, belt-mounted
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: /
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratoryThis Mick Strider-signed BT model features a black blade with a knurled thumb rest, a thickness of 6.4mm, and a full-tang construction to ensure maximum strength and durability.
The handle features green MEFP scales with a lanyard hole and an integrated pry bar on the back. Comes complete with a nylon sheath with a belt loop.
Strider Knives
Founded and run by former military personnel, Strider Knives is a company specializing in the development of cutting tools designed to withstand the most extreme operating conditions. The initial goal was to create a reliable utility knife, built with the highest quality materials yet affordable and easy to maintain by field personnel.
Over time, the brand has established itself as a benchmark in the world of tactical and professional knives, thanks to models developed specifically to meet the needs of military personnel, law enforcement, special operations personnel, hunters, and professional divers. Every design stems from a practical and functional approach, focused on maximum durability and reliability in the field.
Intended Use: Tactical / All-Rounder Utility
Production Type: Midtech
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Full tang, CPM-3V crucible steel
Blade Finish: Black Coating
Handle: G10
Blade length: 161mm.
Blade thickness: 6.4mm.
Overall length: 308mm.
Balance: rear-weighted
Weight: 410g.
Sheath: Nylon, belt-mounted
Packaging: -
Notes: Previously purchased knife, from a private collectionST-BT-MEPP-CP -
Spartan Blades - Spartan-Ka-Bar Knife - FDE MagnaCut & Leather - SB54DEBKLTBK - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
Source: acquired from a private owner, previously purchased
Condition: good, never used
Available on the market: currently in production
Sharpening: factory edge
Marks on blade: -
Marks on handle: light scratch on the pommel
Box: not included
Sheath: leather, with various superficial marks
Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: not included
Inspected and Certified by our internal laboratory
On December 9, 1942, during World War II, KA-BAR presented a knife to the United States Marine Corps hoping it would become the standard-issue weapon. In cooperation with the Marine Quartermaster Department, the design was revised and production of an improved fighting and utility knife began.
During the war, USMC KA-BAR knives became so recognized for quality and widespread use that “KABAR” became a common name. It was adopted by the Marines, Army, Navy, Coast Guard and Underwater Demolition Teams. In later years, many KA-BAR knives were reactivated in Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan.
In 2019, KA-BAR joined Spartan Blades to form Pineland Cutlery. CEO John Stitt wanted a “KA-BAR” with improved strength, durability and corrosion resistance. During development, metallurgist Larrin Thomas identified CPM MagnaCut® steel as meeting these requirements.
CPM MagnaCut® is a high-carbon powder metallurgy steel produced by Crucible Industries and specifically designed for blades. Spartan Blades developed the Spartan-KA-BAR using CNC machining, cryogenic treatment and PVD coatings.
Intended use: Tactical / Military
Production type: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: CPM MagnaCut steel 61/63HRC
Blade finish: ZrN Flat Dark Earth
Handle: Kraton G with 301 stainless steel guard and tungsten DLC treatment
Blade length: 178mm
Blade thickness: 4.2mm
Overall length: 305mm
Weight: 308g (412g with sheath)
Sheath: black leather
Packaging: -
Notes: the Flat Dark Earth (FDE) coated blade, when inserted into and removed from the leather sheath, may show streaks or marks due to the dye used for the sheath. The blade can be cleaned with petroleum or acetone, re-oiled (for example with WD40 or light mechanical oil) and dried with a clean cloth to restore the original coating finish.SB-54DEBKLTBK-CP -
ESEE Knives - Expat Cleaver CL1 - Black Oxide 1095 & Black G10 - PRIVATE COLLECTION - Knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased.
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Commercially available: Findable.
* Sharpening: Factory sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Scabbard: Present
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: Present
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory.
The CL1 Cleaver was born from Expat's extensive international culinary experience, both in the kitchen and in the wilderness. If you're looking for a versatile tool to use in the camp kitchen that can also do double duty as a wood splitter or clean up a camp area, then the Expat Cleaver should be at the top of your wish list..“Expat” is a real person. An instructor, adventurer, world traveler and many other things mixed together. While working in some of the most dangerous areas of South America, Expat contacted ESEE seeking jungle survival training in extreme scenarios. Thus began a close partnership that has now lasted for more than 15 years.
Expat has traveled thousands of miles around the Third World, sometimes with the ESEE team, but always with ESEE products. From armored caravans in Colombia and expeditions to the Himalayas, to earthquakes in El Salvador and hunting in the Balkans, ESEE knives have been a constant companion. He has been a student, translator and instructor for Randall's Adventure Training. During his time abroad, he developed unique insights into tools and adventures and is currently working with ESEE to bring these designs and experiences to others.
What started with a knife cleaver will end up ... well, who knows? That is the whole purpose of the Expat Experience.
Intended Use: Outdoor Utility / Heavy Duty / Field KitchenProduction Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: full tang in 1095 55/57HRC steel
Blade Finish: Stone Washed Black Oxide
Handle: G10
Blade Length: 141mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 295mm.
Weight: 740g.
Sheath: leather blade cover, without belt or carry attachments or hooks
Packaging: cardboard box with ESEE logos.
Notes: previously purchased item, from private collectionESEE-CL1-CP -
Spartan Blades - Moros Knife - Kydex - DLC - Black Micarta - PRIVATE COLLECTION - SB53BKBKKYBK - Knife
KNIFE FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously purchased knife withdrawn from a private collection
* Condition: Excellent, with very minor marks on the blade
* Availability: Available
* Edge: Factory edge
* Blade Marks: Minor marks on the blade
* Handle Marks: None
* Box: Original
* Sheath: Perfect, never used
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Original warranty document
Inspected and Certified by our internal labThe Moros is an excellent choice for field use or tactical applications. This well-balanced blade is the perfect blend of size and performance. Light enough to carry without discomfort but sturdy enough to tackle various daily tasks. The tip profile is flat with a tapered upper edge, ensuring excellent cutting performance with good penetration strength. The full tang and handle of the Moros provide a neutral balance, making it light in hand. The ergonomic and textured Micarta canvas handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, both dry and wet.
After over 40 years of service in the US Army Special Forces, Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey founded Spartan Blades LLC in North Carolina. Curtis, who had been designing knives for friends in the special forces, and Mark, who worked with military and tactical equipment in the "Green Berets," decided to combine their skills and passion to create innovative and functional knives using the highest quality materials, entirely made in the United States.
Intended Use: Tactical/Military
Production Type: Mid Tech
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: CPM-S45VN stainless steel 59/61 HRC
Blade Finish: PVD Tungsten DLC Flat Black
Handle: Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 134 mm
Blade Thickness: 4.8 mm
Overall Length: 254 mm
Balance: On guard
Weight: 203 g
Sheath: Kydex thermoformed
Packaging: Cardboard box with Spartan Blades logo
Note: Design by Curtis IovitoAP-SB53BKBKKYBK












