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Knife withdrawn from private collection, dates from the very first production in 1984 (in fact, it does not indicate the patent engravings, affixed in 1985 and does not indicate the production date, affixed only from 1986). Globally in good condition, it has marks on the blade and handle due to the normal passage of time and the very aggressive scabbard which, containing a spring-loaded metal foil, irreparably scratches the blade both in insertion and extraction - It still has the factory sharpening and comes with a compass in the tang and two harpoons already engaged on the guard branch; lacking instead the box and additional accessories - Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory.

Intended Use: Sporting / Collection

Type of production: Industrial
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: knife made entirely of 425M stainless steel
Blade finish: satin-finished
Handle: hollow, stainless steel, with rear screw cap
Blade length: 185mm.
Blade thickness: 7.5mm.
Total length: 315mm.
Balance: set back from the guard branch
Weight: 675g.
Scabbard: black ABS
Notes: The feature, patented, is the presence of two removable screw-on harpoons/hooks. The function of these is simple anchorage. In fact, this knife can be used as a throwing hook by attaching a rope to the ring on the pommel. The manufacturer guarantees a harpoon hold of up to 600 pounds. The Navy Seals, specifically, had requested a knife that could be used underwater in order to anchor the vehicles to an underwater attachment point, and that is the reason for the total steel construction.

Intended use: Tactical / Utility

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: full tang in 1075 - 56 / 58HRC carbon steel
Blade treatment: Black Traction Coating
Handle: G10 Black
Blade length: 184mm.
Blade thickness: 7.8mm.
Total length: 318mm.
Balancing: on the guard branch
Weight: 695g.
Sheath: in kydex
Packaging: Transparent plastic bag
Notes: Design by Leo Espinoza

Intended use: Utility

Type of production: Semi-Industrial
Country of production: USA
Blade: full tang in steel 1095 58 / 60HRC
Blade treatment: Black River Wash
Handle: G10 Black
Blade length: 184 mm.
Blade thickness: 7.8mm.
Total length: 318 mm.
Balancing: on the guard branch
Weight: 695g.
Sheath: in kydex
Packaging: Transparent plastic bag
Notes: Emergency whistle - Design by Leo Espinoza

The Operator 7 is huge! TOPS Knives went well with heavy steel and handles to make a hefty, well-balanced knife. It also has those classic American fighting knife aesthetics that make it look as good as it will perform.

Made out of 5/16 "thick 1075, the differentially heat-treated blade with a very strong thorn. The entire handle is also over 1 "thick once assembled to fill out the user's hand much like an ax or hatchet handle would.

Because it is a tool, it's got to be comfortable. It's made for the men that do not back down. This knife will find its place with door kickers, survivalists, and weekend warriors alike. The rounded handles and hand guards make it a joy to use and the finger choil allows the user great precision for finer cuts. The 6.5 "of cutting edge will help you get the work done." The included Kydex sheath with dangler attachment makes it easy to carry into whatever territory you find yourself.

Finland Ahti - Leuku 180 - knife

Handmade knives made by the artisan Reino Kamppila in the Finnish city Kauhava.
These knives are a perfect combination of tradition and quality construction.

Intended use: Hunting / Sporting

Type of production: craft
Blade: carbon steel 59HRC by Laurin Metalli
Production Blade: Finland
Handle: Birch with brass bolsters
Blade length: 180mm.
Blade Thickness: 3mm.
Overall length: 300mm.
Balancing: the branch guard
Weight: 215g.
Sheath: Leather with plastic insert
Notes: Collini Cutlery is the distributor for Italy of Ahti knives