It's time to shrink my collection again, and I'm now into the "knives I never thought I'd sell" category. Lots more photos (including albums for the Medfords) follow the descriptions. 
Unless otherwise noted in the descriptions: All of these knives have been carried and most have been used, so please assume there will be minor signs of use and carry. All have solid lockup and smooth action. I haven't sharpened any of them; in cases where I'm the second owner, sharpening is noted if it applies. Except for the Adamas, they all include the original box.
First up are three USER Medfords. If you want a Medford to use (and they do make good users!), these are the knives for you. To reflect their carry and use, my prices on these are the lowest I've ever seen here for Medfords. (Please excuse any dust in the close-up pics.)
Medford Praetorian G - SOLD (was $260) - Photo album - Coated 3.75" D2 blade, titanium lock side and G10 show side, compound grind, no lock stick, $600 new. This is the full-size Praetorian. Perfect hydraulic Medford action and rock-solid lockup, and the ergos are excellent. Thick blade stock and slim scales make for a surprisingly pocketable knife, especially for such a big fella. Also has my favorite iteration of the Praetorian clip.
I'm the second owner, and I've carried this a fair amount; so did the first owner; priced accordingly. Edge could use a touch-up, and there are minor some scuffs on the coating and marks on the G10 consistent with carry and use. Some light staining on the G10 that I suspect would scrub out with a toothbrush and soapy water. I was told it hadn't been disassembled, and I've never disassembled it. Includes the original boxes, etc.
Medford Praetorian Genesis T - SOLD (was $260) - Photo album - 3.25" D2 blade with Medford's gorgeous Vulcan finish, compound grind, full Titanium handles, $650 new. This is the smaller, more EDC-friendly size of Praetorian (between original and micro). Glassy-smooth Medford action -- an absolute pleasure in both directions -- and no lock stick. Also has my favorite iteration of the Praetorian clip.
I'm the second owner, and I've carried this a fair amount; so did the first owner, so it's priced accordingly. First owner put a gorgeous mirror edge on it. Handles are covered in snail trails/scratches, a lovely worn-in look that I quite like. I haven't disassembled it, but I see some marks on the screws (shown in the album) so it's possible the first owner did. I Flitzed off three spots on the show side of the blade when I first got it, thinking they were "pepper spots" (corrosion)...and they turned out to just be part of the finish, which is now gone in those places. I've made them easy to see in the extensive photos. Includes the original boxes, etc., but the outer cardboard box lists a different handle finish (that's how it came to me).
Medford TFF-1 - SOLD (was $240) - Photo album - Coated 4" D2 blade, wicked hollow grind, Ti lock side and G10 show side, no lock stick, $550 new. This is an absolute monster of a knife, and the blade closes like a guillotine. Perfect Medford action and fit and finish. The handle looks much odder than it feels, and like the Praetorian this model features thick blade stock and slim handles.
I'm the second owner. The first owner broke it in nicely (including Sharpie on the tang, with a faint Sharpie mark on the inside of the G10 scale) but didn't appear to have used it; I've carried it several times and used it occasionally. Minor signs of carry, mostly on the G10, and a few light scuffs in the blade coating. The first owned stated they'd never disassembled it, and I haven't either. Includes the original boxes, etc.
Next up are 10 knives from a range of different companies, all photographed together after the descriptions.
Pena X-Series Rhino (Reate) - SOLD (was $185) - M390 blade steel, beautiful grind, full Ti handles, detent ball ramp, incredible action. This was the knife that got me into Reate. I've carried it often but used it little, so the handles are have some snail trails/scratches, as you'd expect from a blasted finish; I like that look (which is why I like blasted finishes), but I've priced the knife accordingly. Unflattering photos: PIC 1, PIC 2. Second owner. $300 new.
Benchmade Adamas - SOLD (was $90) - This is the original version, now discontinued -- the OG "pocket brick." Massive, thick D2 blade, thick G10 handle slabs, full liners, oversized pivot and AXIS lock bar. Just about drops shut, very nice action. I have carried and used this one a fair amount (pounded a couple nails with the pommel, once used the back of the blade to drive a screw), but you really wouldn't know it because the Adamas is tough -- a real work knife. It's in excellent condition. No box. $195 new.
Benchmade Griptilian 550-1 - SOLD (was $130) - Premium version with CPM-20CV blade steel and grey/blue G10 handles, and one of the best EDC all-rounders money can buy. Almost drops shut, lovely action. Usual signs of wear on the painted deep-carry clip, and minor signs of carry on the G10 (mainly on the diamond knurled portions). $187 new.
Hogue Deka - SOLD (was $90) - CPM-20CV blade steel, G10 handles, compound Wharncliffe blade with thin stock makes for a great slicer. Excellent Bugout alternative, nearly as light but with G10 and better steel. I've carried and used this a few times, and there are some scuffs in the coating; they might just buff out, but I've left them alone. $148 new.
Kizer Sheepdog - withdrawn - S35VN blade, Ti/Ti handles. The nicest action of any Kizer I've ever owned, and I'd put it up against much pricier knives. A real gem and a fantastic slicer. Handle has snail trails/minor scratches from carry, as is typical for bead-blasted titanium: PIC 1, PIC 2. $204 new.
Zero Tolerance 0350BW - SOLD (was $75) - Discontinued BlackWash version, S30V blade, typical fantastic ZT fit and finish. The best assisted knife I've ever owned, blasts open but is surprisingly easy to close one-handed. Light signs of carry on the G10. $156 new.
Spyderco Para Military 2 w/Emerson wave - SOLD (was $115) - BladeOps exclusive, S30V blade steel and black G10. Slightly wonky grind near the tip, which was common on the first run of these: PIC. Mean-looking saber grind with lots of strength at the tip, and a smoother wave than my Emersons. I carried it with a different clip, so there's a mark on the G10 from that (hard to spot). Never cut with it. $161 new.
Spyderco Canis - SOLD (was $135) - S30V blade steel, CF/G10 scales, perfect Taichung fit and finish. Unlike some comp lock Spydies, zero occlusion of blade into the lock cutout; it's fantastic. Slimmer than a PM2! Carried but never used. Slight rattle from the internal stop pin when closed; a bit of grease on both ends would eliminate it (I did it on my Smock), but I haven't taken it apart to do that. $192 new.
CRKT Ritual - SOLD (was $55) - Alan Folts design, Sandvik 12C27 steel, ivory micarta and blue aluminum scales. Rockets out with the assist, and it's a real "statement piece" with its dramatically upswept 4.5" blade. Fit and finish on this example is perfect (not always the case with CRKT!). Carried once or twice, unused. $83 new.
Artisan Biome - SOLD (was $20) - A sleek little featherweight slipjoint with natural G10 scales and Sandvik 12C27 blade steel. Perfect for the fifth pocket in jeans. Carried a couple times, never cut with it. I added the snake knot paracord fob and bead. $30 new.
PayPal only, "Goods and Services" only, US only. No trades. I'm covering USPS shipping and PayPal fees. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
The first "I'll take it" in this thread followed by a PM (or post on my profile, if you can't send PMs) gets dibs. (Questions, "I might be interested if," and the like aren't the same as claiming a knife.) If I haven't seen your PM/profile post within an hour, I'll assume you changed your mind and the knife will be available to others.
Buyer affirms they're legally permitted to own what they buy. I reserve the right to do business with whoever I choose.
Thanks for looking!
Unless otherwise noted in the descriptions: All of these knives have been carried and most have been used, so please assume there will be minor signs of use and carry. All have solid lockup and smooth action. I haven't sharpened any of them; in cases where I'm the second owner, sharpening is noted if it applies. Except for the Adamas, they all include the original box.
First up are three USER Medfords. If you want a Medford to use (and they do make good users!), these are the knives for you. To reflect their carry and use, my prices on these are the lowest I've ever seen here for Medfords. (Please excuse any dust in the close-up pics.)
Medford Praetorian G - SOLD (was $260) - Photo album - Coated 3.75" D2 blade, titanium lock side and G10 show side, compound grind, no lock stick, $600 new. This is the full-size Praetorian. Perfect hydraulic Medford action and rock-solid lockup, and the ergos are excellent. Thick blade stock and slim scales make for a surprisingly pocketable knife, especially for such a big fella. Also has my favorite iteration of the Praetorian clip.
I'm the second owner, and I've carried this a fair amount; so did the first owner; priced accordingly. Edge could use a touch-up, and there are minor some scuffs on the coating and marks on the G10 consistent with carry and use. Some light staining on the G10 that I suspect would scrub out with a toothbrush and soapy water. I was told it hadn't been disassembled, and I've never disassembled it. Includes the original boxes, etc.
Medford Praetorian Genesis T - SOLD (was $260) - Photo album - 3.25" D2 blade with Medford's gorgeous Vulcan finish, compound grind, full Titanium handles, $650 new. This is the smaller, more EDC-friendly size of Praetorian (between original and micro). Glassy-smooth Medford action -- an absolute pleasure in both directions -- and no lock stick. Also has my favorite iteration of the Praetorian clip.
I'm the second owner, and I've carried this a fair amount; so did the first owner, so it's priced accordingly. First owner put a gorgeous mirror edge on it. Handles are covered in snail trails/scratches, a lovely worn-in look that I quite like. I haven't disassembled it, but I see some marks on the screws (shown in the album) so it's possible the first owner did. I Flitzed off three spots on the show side of the blade when I first got it, thinking they were "pepper spots" (corrosion)...and they turned out to just be part of the finish, which is now gone in those places. I've made them easy to see in the extensive photos. Includes the original boxes, etc., but the outer cardboard box lists a different handle finish (that's how it came to me).
Medford TFF-1 - SOLD (was $240) - Photo album - Coated 4" D2 blade, wicked hollow grind, Ti lock side and G10 show side, no lock stick, $550 new. This is an absolute monster of a knife, and the blade closes like a guillotine. Perfect Medford action and fit and finish. The handle looks much odder than it feels, and like the Praetorian this model features thick blade stock and slim handles.
I'm the second owner. The first owner broke it in nicely (including Sharpie on the tang, with a faint Sharpie mark on the inside of the G10 scale) but didn't appear to have used it; I've carried it several times and used it occasionally. Minor signs of carry, mostly on the G10, and a few light scuffs in the blade coating. The first owned stated they'd never disassembled it, and I haven't either. Includes the original boxes, etc.
Next up are 10 knives from a range of different companies, all photographed together after the descriptions.
Pena X-Series Rhino (Reate) - SOLD (was $185) - M390 blade steel, beautiful grind, full Ti handles, detent ball ramp, incredible action. This was the knife that got me into Reate. I've carried it often but used it little, so the handles are have some snail trails/scratches, as you'd expect from a blasted finish; I like that look (which is why I like blasted finishes), but I've priced the knife accordingly. Unflattering photos: PIC 1, PIC 2. Second owner. $300 new.
Benchmade Adamas - SOLD (was $90) - This is the original version, now discontinued -- the OG "pocket brick." Massive, thick D2 blade, thick G10 handle slabs, full liners, oversized pivot and AXIS lock bar. Just about drops shut, very nice action. I have carried and used this one a fair amount (pounded a couple nails with the pommel, once used the back of the blade to drive a screw), but you really wouldn't know it because the Adamas is tough -- a real work knife. It's in excellent condition. No box. $195 new.
Benchmade Griptilian 550-1 - SOLD (was $130) - Premium version with CPM-20CV blade steel and grey/blue G10 handles, and one of the best EDC all-rounders money can buy. Almost drops shut, lovely action. Usual signs of wear on the painted deep-carry clip, and minor signs of carry on the G10 (mainly on the diamond knurled portions). $187 new.
Hogue Deka - SOLD (was $90) - CPM-20CV blade steel, G10 handles, compound Wharncliffe blade with thin stock makes for a great slicer. Excellent Bugout alternative, nearly as light but with G10 and better steel. I've carried and used this a few times, and there are some scuffs in the coating; they might just buff out, but I've left them alone. $148 new.
Kizer Sheepdog - withdrawn - S35VN blade, Ti/Ti handles. The nicest action of any Kizer I've ever owned, and I'd put it up against much pricier knives. A real gem and a fantastic slicer. Handle has snail trails/minor scratches from carry, as is typical for bead-blasted titanium: PIC 1, PIC 2. $204 new.
Zero Tolerance 0350BW - SOLD (was $75) - Discontinued BlackWash version, S30V blade, typical fantastic ZT fit and finish. The best assisted knife I've ever owned, blasts open but is surprisingly easy to close one-handed. Light signs of carry on the G10. $156 new.
Spyderco Para Military 2 w/Emerson wave - SOLD (was $115) - BladeOps exclusive, S30V blade steel and black G10. Slightly wonky grind near the tip, which was common on the first run of these: PIC. Mean-looking saber grind with lots of strength at the tip, and a smoother wave than my Emersons. I carried it with a different clip, so there's a mark on the G10 from that (hard to spot). Never cut with it. $161 new.
Spyderco Canis - SOLD (was $135) - S30V blade steel, CF/G10 scales, perfect Taichung fit and finish. Unlike some comp lock Spydies, zero occlusion of blade into the lock cutout; it's fantastic. Slimmer than a PM2! Carried but never used. Slight rattle from the internal stop pin when closed; a bit of grease on both ends would eliminate it (I did it on my Smock), but I haven't taken it apart to do that. $192 new.
CRKT Ritual - SOLD (was $55) - Alan Folts design, Sandvik 12C27 steel, ivory micarta and blue aluminum scales. Rockets out with the assist, and it's a real "statement piece" with its dramatically upswept 4.5" blade. Fit and finish on this example is perfect (not always the case with CRKT!). Carried once or twice, unused. $83 new.
Artisan Biome - SOLD (was $20) - A sleek little featherweight slipjoint with natural G10 scales and Sandvik 12C27 blade steel. Perfect for the fifth pocket in jeans. Carried a couple times, never cut with it. I added the snake knot paracord fob and bead. $30 new.
PayPal only, "Goods and Services" only, US only. No trades. I'm covering USPS shipping and PayPal fees. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
The first "I'll take it" in this thread followed by a PM (or post on my profile, if you can't send PMs) gets dibs. (Questions, "I might be interested if," and the like aren't the same as claiming a knife.) If I haven't seen your PM/profile post within an hour, I'll assume you changed your mind and the knife will be available to others.
Buyer affirms they're legally permitted to own what they buy. I reserve the right to do business with whoever I choose.
Thanks for looking!
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