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I have two older versions but still New-Old-Stock, Spartan/Harsey fixed blades for sale. Both are from this private collector owner's collection. LIKE-NEW, never been used or carried. Being inspected, handled and fondled is the extent of their interactions. Their edges are all original, untouched and undamaged. I disposed of their original boxes and whatever swag they may have come with, a long time ago. I am offering these Spartan knives and their original tactical style sheaths only. The blades surfaces shows some sheath caused drag marks!
No trades and no international shipping (Intl. buyers without a U.S address using a proxy forwarding address are fine with me).
1- ARES Fighter / Combat Utility (S30V)
2- Tactical Trout (S35VN)
I am offering these here on the Exchange at reduced prices*
*These two are all currently listed on another platform (Big Auction Site at higher asking $ + shipping + sales tax. You do not pay for shipping or sales tax here on BF.com) There are more photos of these two over there.
Payment options:
A- PayPal Goods & Services:
1- ARES:$250 $235
2- Tactical Trout:$250 $235
All in, no sales tax and including USPS Ground Advantage Mail shipping. Please note that I will only pay for PayPal's standard transaction fees (3.5% + .49 transaction fee, no friends & family). If you use PayPal's 4 installments payment or are an international buyer using a proxy U.S. address, the PP fees are currently 5% for these type of buyers. I will NOT pay for that extra 1.5% surcharge! You will either have to compensate me, or we have no deal.
5% additional combined discount if purchasing both. I expect payment to be completed within a reasonable amount of time after a claim is placed. Thank you.
B - Optional Zelle:
1- ARES:$240 $225
2- Tactical Trout:$240 $225
Again all in the same terms as above, included shipping and no sales tax! I am only offering this option if the $$ in savings are a deal maker for you. Buyers beware as Blade Forums discourages against such payment methods!
SPECIFICATIONS:
1- ARES:
Blade Length: 5.375"
Cutting Edge: 4.5"
Handle Length: 4.875"
Overall Length: 10.5"
Blade Material: CPM-S30V
Blade Thickness: 0.1875"
Blade Hardness: 58-60 HRC
Blade Style: Drop Point
Blade Grind: Flat
Blade Finish: SpartaCoat - PVD - ZrN (FDE - Flat Dark Earth)
Handle Material: Textured Black Canvas Micarta
Sheath Material: Coyote Tan Cordura
Weight: 6.7 oz
Designer: Carey/Iovito
Made in the USA
2- Tactical Trout (TT):
Blade Length: 4.50"
Handle Length: 4.50"
Overall Length: 9.0"
Blade Material: CPM-S35VN
Blade Thickness: 0.1875"
Blade Hardness: 58-60 HRC
Blade Style: Spear Point
Blade Grind: Flat
Blade Finish: PVD - ZrN (FDE - Flat Dark Earth)
Handle Material: 3D Contoured Black Linen Micarta
Sheath Material: Tan Nylon
Weight: 7.0 oz
Weight with Sheath: 12.2 oz
Designer: William W. Harsey
Made in the USA
TERMS:
- The knife (knives) pictured is (are) exactly what you will get.
- Photos are also part of the description, so if in doubt ask for more!
- Must be at least 18 YO and know your own local knife ownership laws.
- My sale, my rules. I prefer dealing with established paying members. I will honor time stamp either by a claim in here or by DM.
- I will not email anyone asking to send funds and to add an extra layer of security, I will send the buyer a PayPal invoice so please DM me your PayPal email.
- Selling As-Described (photos are also considered as part of the over all description). If in doubt, ask questions before buying. NO REMORSE / NO RETURNS!
- Inspection period is the time stamped day of arrival at buyer's address, no exceptions! If the buyer decides to mess around with the knife, the buyer will own it!

1- ARES:




2- TT:






No trades and no international shipping (Intl. buyers without a U.S address using a proxy forwarding address are fine with me).
1- ARES Fighter / Combat Utility (S30V)
2- Tactical Trout (S35VN)
I am offering these here on the Exchange at reduced prices*
*These two are all currently listed on another platform (Big Auction Site at higher asking $ + shipping + sales tax. You do not pay for shipping or sales tax here on BF.com) There are more photos of these two over there.
Payment options:
A- PayPal Goods & Services:
1- ARES:
2- Tactical Trout:
All in, no sales tax and including USPS Ground Advantage Mail shipping. Please note that I will only pay for PayPal's standard transaction fees (3.5% + .49 transaction fee, no friends & family). If you use PayPal's 4 installments payment or are an international buyer using a proxy U.S. address, the PP fees are currently 5% for these type of buyers. I will NOT pay for that extra 1.5% surcharge! You will either have to compensate me, or we have no deal.
5% additional combined discount if purchasing both. I expect payment to be completed within a reasonable amount of time after a claim is placed. Thank you.
B - Optional Zelle:
1- ARES:
2- Tactical Trout:
Again all in the same terms as above, included shipping and no sales tax! I am only offering this option if the $$ in savings are a deal maker for you. Buyers beware as Blade Forums discourages against such payment methods!
SPECIFICATIONS:
1- ARES:
Blade Length: 5.375"
Cutting Edge: 4.5"
Handle Length: 4.875"
Overall Length: 10.5"
Blade Material: CPM-S30V
Blade Thickness: 0.1875"
Blade Hardness: 58-60 HRC
Blade Style: Drop Point
Blade Grind: Flat
Blade Finish: SpartaCoat - PVD - ZrN (FDE - Flat Dark Earth)
Handle Material: Textured Black Canvas Micarta
Sheath Material: Coyote Tan Cordura
Weight: 6.7 oz
Designer: Carey/Iovito
Made in the USA
2- Tactical Trout (TT):
Blade Length: 4.50"
Handle Length: 4.50"
Overall Length: 9.0"
Blade Material: CPM-S35VN
Blade Thickness: 0.1875"
Blade Hardness: 58-60 HRC
Blade Style: Spear Point
Blade Grind: Flat
Blade Finish: PVD - ZrN (FDE - Flat Dark Earth)
Handle Material: 3D Contoured Black Linen Micarta
Sheath Material: Tan Nylon
Weight: 7.0 oz
Weight with Sheath: 12.2 oz
Designer: William W. Harsey
Made in the USA
TERMS:
- The knife (knives) pictured is (are) exactly what you will get.
- Photos are also part of the description, so if in doubt ask for more!
- Must be at least 18 YO and know your own local knife ownership laws.
- My sale, my rules. I prefer dealing with established paying members. I will honor time stamp either by a claim in here or by DM.
- I will not email anyone asking to send funds and to add an extra layer of security, I will send the buyer a PayPal invoice so please DM me your PayPal email.
- Selling As-Described (photos are also considered as part of the over all description). If in doubt, ask questions before buying. NO REMORSE / NO RETURNS!
- Inspection period is the time stamped day of arrival at buyer's address, no exceptions! If the buyer decides to mess around with the knife, the buyer will own it!

1- ARES:




2- TT:






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