Rare Knives Every Knife Collector Should Have |
Posted: September 15, 2019 |
Knives have been around since time immemorial. The first knives were crafted the moment that humans evolved. Over the centuries, knives, like everything else, have evolved in style and shape to what we use today. Not much has changed in the last 100 years, except the dip in quality. For a knife collector, the evolution of the knife from old designs to contemporary ones is more than just history. It is innovation, ingenuity, functionality and so much more. Admittedly, the type of knives that most collectors crave and seek are termed as iconic. They are far and few in between, there scarcity increasing their sense of value. Oftentimes, we as Knife lovers resort to ordering some from custom knife dealers. Granted, they tend to cost an arm and a leg, yet; sometimes it’s the only way to update your knife collection with enviable rare knives. Perhaps you’re in the market for the best Collector knives your money can afford. To help you out, below is a list of the rare knives that every knife lover should consider adding to their collection. Ben Seward Bodyguard FighterWhether it’s an online or offline knife shop, chances are they are all sold out, and with good reason. The Ben Seward Bodyguard fighter has been around for a while, each decade marking a better and more sophisticated style. It started out as means of defense, with the manufacturer Ben Seward wanting to create a knife that is large, functional, yet lightweight and concealable. The blade affords a good, strong, firm grip thanks to its half guard and mid-hand notch that is second to none. It boasts of a carbon steel gaze that is at least 5.25” long. Notably, this one, in particular, utilizes carbon fiber for its Grip to match its Guard. Its overall appearance is appealing, it’s unmatched contoured handle design perfectly compliments the angled Guard. The result, is a perfect balance between the handle and blade, allowing the user full control. The sheath is designed to achieve two things: maximum comfort and high concealability as you carry the knife. For any knife lover, this is a difficult knife to turn down. Lautaro Julio and Mauro Santacatterina Damascus FighterIt’s bold and beautiful, allowing any knife collector to spot its value from afar. This Lautaro Julio and Mauro Santacatterina Damascus Fighter demonstrate boldness through the specific craft on the blade. The blade, which is 10.5” long, boasts of a ladder design that is unique and eye-catching. Its grip is crafted out of Urunday Wood in a design that allows a firm grip and full functionality. Its striking titanium spacer is striking against the brown of the wooden grip and stainless steel of the blade and guard. Steve Ryan Wicked FighterWhen it comes to best collector knives, the Steve Ryan Fighter is one of the rarest and most sought after. It’s not only considered valuable in the knife manufacturing industry due to its rare nature but also due to its iconic nature. There are numerous Steve Ryan blades out there that can easily be sourced from a knife collector site. However, this one, in particular, is exquisite in design, the stripes crisscrossing all over the blade for a unique look. The Stainless Steel blade is at least 6 inches long, its overall length adding up to at least 11 inches. Notably, the blade is double-edged and is connected to a formidable roughed Grip. Its overall charcoal grey color is appealing to any knife lover looking to add to his rare knives collection. It also comes with a Kydex Sheath, which is a perfect fit to help ensure maximum comfort while carrying it. Michael Walker Large Folding DaggerAny knife collector worth his salt knows the invaluable nature of a Michael Walker; regardless of type or style. Michael Walker, the manufacturer is best known for creating folding knives since he found the making of sheaths labor-intensive. His early experience as a Jeweler set the stage for his long and successful career as a knifemaker. His work and inventions, such as the Walker Winerlock, has remained as the folding standard for any mechanism in creating a folding knife. His work has, of course, created a ripple effect and has inspired famous customer knife makers such as Ernest Emerson. He made many notable folding knives, yet; this one seems to stand out among them all. On rose-themed bolster stands out against the black of the handle, making the dagger that much more valuable and intriguing. The handle is slightly curved and thick to accommodate the blade once folded. It’s stainless and incredibly shiny blade is a double edge with a sharp point. When the blade is opened, the knife’s overall length is at least 12 inches long. The blade alone measures 5.75 inches long. Salvator Puduu Art FolderPerfectly pocket-sized, the Salvator Puddu Art Folder feels comfortable but exhilarating in your pocket. It redefines rarity and tops the charts when it comes to iconic knives. The Salvator is an Italian folding knife that boasts of an enchanting exterior. Its handle is decorated with Goldlip Pearl that shimmers in the sunlight. The gold liners of the handle only add to its ethereal nature. One look at this knife, and it’s easy to see why Knife collectors search far and wide for such a rarity. Its overall length is 5.5 inches long, the blade measuring at least 2.5 inches long. It’s easily foldable and is worth every penny. Summing it all upThere numerous rare knives that every knife lover would wish to get his hands on. Custom knife makers ensure that we can continue to build our knife collection steadily. The above are among the rarest and most iconic knives that every knife collector should have. They can easily be found on any online knife collector site. Each, of course, comes with a distinct price.
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