For Sale: AD, ASH1, BAD, B7, B9, B11, BATAC, CABS, FSH-HH, RMD, SAR4, SJ, SJTAC, SOW, SS

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All fees for US sales (PayPal G&S, shipping & insurance) are included in the price; see below for international sales.

If you want to buy a knife, say "I'll take it" in this thread (wins in the event of a tie), or by PM or e-mail at (SEE NEW THREAD) (if you send me an email, be sure to include your forum name). Please ask any questions you have before saying "I'll take it".

Concerning the knives marked "used", the only ones I have used are the Sus Scrofa (SS) and BAD w/ black G-10; the ASH-1 2007 SE was used by the previous owner, and possibly the AD custom as well. The other knives I called "used" are due to slight marks in the finish, many of which are not readily noticeable. Not including the SS, black G-10 BAD, ASH-1 SE 2007 and AD custom, I probably would have called the other "used" ones something like "near new", but due to PayPal's liberal return policy, consider them "used".

If you buy a knife from me, you agree to all of the terms at the bottom of this post, including all sales are final (no returns), so please read the "Terms of Sale" below and please ask any questions you have before saying "I'll take it". Thank you for your understanding, and I hope you find one you like!

Sold 1. $295 – Active Duty custom - used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), smooth black canvas micarta, INFI
- .168" blade thickness, 3 1/2" blade length, 7 3/4" overall length
- The blade has a DCBB finish; it is satin finished on the top from the tip around to the choil on bottom; the top edge is not sharpened.
- There is very slight tip damage (visible with magnification); the tip is still sharp. There are small dark corrosion spots on the blade and bottom of the handle, in the choil and front talon hole. I have not used this knife, but the previous owner might have. The edge appears to have been touched up slightly.
- If you like this knife but are concerned about its condition, and if you are not happy after inspecting it, then I will allow this knife to be returned as long as it is not used by you in any way; you will be responsible for return shipping and insurance. This return policy applies to this knife only, when sold in the US. This policy applies only if you are a long-term BladeForums member with an excellent reputation.

Sold 2. $275 – BAD (Boney Active Duty) - used, satin finish, black G-10, INFI
- .137" blade thickness, 3 9/16" blade length, 7 3/4" overall length
- If you are not familiar with the BAD, it is has a higher hardness (60-62 Rc vs. normal 58-60 for INFI), and is not only extra thin but also has a distal taper, so it is really pointy. I do NOT recommend prying with the tip!
- On the non-logo side of the blade there is a slightly defective grind near the edge – it is hard to see, but the light reflects unevenly from it. It does not affect the use of the knife and is purely cosmetic, but it is a factory defect. If you look at the shiny photo of the right side, you can see a multi-colored area near the edge – this is the grind area I am referring to; it is not visible in the close-up photo.
- I used this knife in the kitchen, so there is faint rust by the front of the handle and on the bottom of the handle, and many light scratches. It has the factory edge. It's not a mint safe queen, but it makes an excellent user; you will be surprised how nice this knife looks!
- If you like this knife but are concerned about its condition, and if you are not happy after inspecting it, then I will allow this knife to be returned as long as it is not used by you in any way; you will be responsible for return shipping and insurance. This return policy applies to this knife only, when sold in the US. This policy applies only if you are a long-term BladeForums member with an excellent reputation.


Terms of Sale

Condition: Most knives are new with the factory edge unless described otherwise. The factory edges are usually not shaving sharp. While I carefully examine each knife and try to list even the slightest flaws, these are production knives and might have slight differences from one knife to the next. There can be minor imperfections in the fit and/or finish of the knife as it comes from the factory. I am very picky about knives, so I try to mention any flaws including factory defects, but please ask me if you have any specific concerns about a knife's condition.

Price: The price is in US dollars (no other currency is accepted) and includes PayPal G&S, Priority Mail shipping, insurance & adult signature confirmation to US locations.

Payment: For US sales, PayPal G&S or USPS money order. Payment must be made in US Dollars (USD). If you use PayPal as your method of payment, your PayPal address must match your shipping address – NO exceptions with PayPal G&S!

International sales: Canada & Australia are OK; most other countries are probably OK (but please ask me). Payment must be in US dollars (USD) using PayPal F&F or Western Union Money Transfer (you pay any fees). Extra shipping will be charged. I will only ship to countries where a shipment can be insured, tracked, and delivery verified. If the knife is damaged, lost, confiscated, or not delivered for any reason, you are solely responsible for the loss.

Trades: I might be interested in a Presentation NARK, a ZTBM, old slotted/solid bolt models (Mean Street, Badger Attack, Steel Heart, Battle Mistress), or any Busse model with an all-wood handle.

Legal: By purchasing a knife you are stating that you are 18 years of age or older; an adult signature is required for delivery.
- It is solely your responsibility to comply with all laws where you live regarding the knife you buy, and you agree to hereby release me from any & all liability involving the knife once it has been purchased and shipped.

Misc.: - No sheaths are included unless specifically stated.
- If you want to buy a knife, say "I'll take it" in this thread (wins in the event of a tie), or by PM or e-mail.
- I reserve the right to sell or not to anyone I choose.
- Please ask any questions you might have before saying "I'll take it", and let me know if you need extra photos.
- No returns - all sales are final.
 
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3. $350->$325 – BAD (Boney Active Duty) - new, satin finish, black canvas micarta, INFI
- .135" blade thickness, 3 1/2" blade length, 7 3/4" overall length
- If you are not familiar with the BAD, it is has a higher hardness (60-62 Rc vs. normal 58-60 for INFI), and is not only extra thin but also has a distal taper, so it is really pointy. I do NOT recommend prying with the tip!

4. $520 - ASH-1 - new, "urban grey" finish, black G-10 standard size (non-magnum), INFI
- .327" blade thickness, 6 3/8" blade length, 11 7/8" overall length
- This is a lighter grey than the newer tanker grey coating. In the 2nd photo, tanker grey is on top, urban grey in the middle, and DCBB (bare metal) on the bottom (no flash was used in this photo).
- The black G-10 on this knife is lighter than usual - it looks like grey.
[the photo below is knife #4, not #2]

Sold 5. $550 - ASH-1 - used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), black G-10 standard size (non-magnum), INFI
- .318" blade thickness, 6 3/8" blade length, 11 7/8" overall length
- This is listed as used because there are slight marks & fine scratches (sheath marks?) on the blade. Held at the right angle in the right light, there is what appears to be a very slight discoloration in parts of the finish – it might be unevenness or wear in the finish, or maybe the previous owner used a wax or oil on it, I'm not sure. I tried cleaning it, but the discoloration is still present. I have not used it and I am pretty sure the previous owner did not use it either.

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6. $425 - ASH-1 SE 2007 - used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), dark green/black G-10 standard size (non-magnum), INFI

- .220" blade thickness, 6 3/8" blade length, 11 7/8" overall length
- Includes a grey & black nylon lanyard.
- This was used by the previous owner. There are marks, scratches and smoothing/smudges/discoloration on the blade. It still has the factory edge. There is very slight edge damage (no nicks); sharpening would easily remove this (Busse will sharpen it for free).

Sold 7. $325 - Badger Attack TAC - used, tan finish, tan canvas micarta, INFI
- .193" blade thickness, 5 1/4" blade length, 10 7/8" overall length
- This is the older tan finish; I bought it in 2008.
- This is listed as used because there are slight marks and smoothing/smudges on the blade; I have not used it and I am sure the previous owner did not use it either.
 
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Sold 8. $475->$450 - Badger Attack TAC custom - used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), smooth black canvas micarta, INFI
- .269" blade thickness, 5 1/4" blade length, 10 7/8" overall length
- Includes an olive drab green & black nylon lanyard.
- This is listed as used because there are a few slight marks on the blade; I have not used it and I am sure the previous owner did not use it either. The black canvas micarta looks great with the red mosaic pins!

Sold 9. $450 - Badger Attack TAC SE 2007 – used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), dark green & black G-10, INFI
- .270" blade thickness, 5 1/4" blade length, 10 3/4" overall length
- There are very slight finishing marks in the metal on top & bottom of the handle that were not removed by the factory bead blast process. There is also slight damage (1/16") on one corner at the tip of the pommel.
- This is listed as used because of what I mentioned above; I have not used it and I am sure the previous owner did not use it either. This is a beautiful knife!

withdrawn 10. $325 - Basic 7 - new, black crinkle finish, old style Basic Resiprene-C, Modified INFI (M-INFI)
- .263" blade thickness, 7 1/16" blade length, 12 3/16" overall length, asymmetric edge
- There is a tiny bit of coating missing on top at the tip.
- A nylon sheath (with a kydex liner) that was supplied by Busse is included.

Sold 11. $375 - Basic 9 - new, black crinkle finish, old style Basic Resiprene-C, Modified INFI (M-INFI)
- .264" blade thickness, 9 3/4" blade length, 14 7/8" overall length, asymmetric edge
- There is a tiny bit of coating missing on top at the tip.
- A nylon sheath (with a kydex liner) that was supplied by Busse is included.
 
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Sold 12. $395 - Basic 11 - new, black finish, old style Basic Resiprene-C, INFI
- .266" blade thickness, 11 1/4" blade length, 16 1/4" overall length

Sold 13. $420 – CABS LE (Choiless Anorexic Boss Street) serial #2 - new, satin finish, black paper micarta, INFI
- .149" blade thickness, 4 1/4" blade length, 9 1/8" overall length
- There are a few tiny hairline scratches in the metal on top of the handle; otherwise, this knife is beautiful with a nicely done factory convex edge!

14. $620->$595 - FSH-HH - used, black finish, black canvas micarta standard size (non-magnum), INFI
- .271" blade thickness, 8 1/8" blade length, 14 1/4" overall length
- This is the slightly thicker FSH with a saber grind; it's an original Heavy Heart from 2008.
- This is listed as used because there are a couple very slight marks and several small odd coating swirls on the blade; I have not used it and I am sure the previous owner did not use it either.

15. $160 - Ratmandu by Swamp Rat Knives - new, sage finish, tan canvas micarta, SR-101 steel (factory price + shipping = $174)
- .182" blade thickness, 5 1/4" blade length, 10 1/4" overall length
- I bought this in 2008, and I think all of the specs are the same as the newer ones.
- There are several very small dots in the coating from the factory. The one shown near the tip is the largest one.
 
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16. $420->$395 - SAR-4 SE – used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), black canvas micarta, INFI
- .220" blade thickness, 4 7/8" blade length, 10 5/8" overall length
- The DCBB finished SAR-4 SE was a limited release from the Busse Company Store in 2009.
- This is listed as used because there are very slight marks on the blade; I have not used it (original owner).

Sold 17. $695 - Satin Jack CG – new, black finish, special linen micarta, INFI
- .192" blade thickness, 6 3/8" blade length, 11 1/2" overall length
- This is a regular SJ CG with the same micarta that was used on Desert ARKs & Desert Satin Jacks. Jerry called it "dual-colored"; I would call it brown & black linen micarta (the fibers look like light tan, interspersed with brown and black) – much rarer than snakeskin or tigerhide micarta. As was not uncommon back then (I bought this in 2004), the micarta slabs are slightly undersized, so less than 1/32" of the metal is exposed above and below the grips on each side (in other words, the micarta is not perfectly flush with the steel on top & bottom of the handle). Except for some small coating irregularities from the factory and the slightly undersized grips, this knife is almost perfect, and it might be one of a kind!

Sold 18. $495 - Satin Jack TAC – used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), snakeskin micarta, INFI
- .223" blade thickness, 6 3/8" blade length, 11 7/8" overall length
- There are some rougher than usual finishing lines in the top & bottom of the handle, and on the non-logo side of the blade, that the DCBB finishing did not remove. There is also some slight unevenness in the appearance of the DCBB finish. Redoing the DCBB finish would make this knife look new again (and remove the finishing lines), and I'm pretty sure Jerry would be willing to do this.
- This is listed as used because of the items mentioned above; I have not used it and I am sure the previous owner did not use it either. It's not a 100% dead-mint, perfect-looking display item (unless it is refinished), but would be a beautiful user!
 
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19. $795->$745->$695 – SOW (custom shop SFNO variant) - used, satin finish, black & tan G-10, INFI
- .223" blade thickness, 6 7/8" blade length, 12 5/8" overall length
- The SOW is a variant of the SFNO, with a full flat grind, slight recurve, long clip point with swedge, and distal taper.
- This "black & tan" G-10 looks more like shades of grey & black, with perhaps a very slight bluish tint.
- The satin finishing from the factory is not 100% perfectly even, but it looks very nice. There is a small factory polishing blemish along the top of the blade on the logo side.
- Next to the back of the handle, near the bottom of the pommel area, on the logo side are minute spots of corrosion that are not readily noticeable (if you have excellent vision, some of it would be visible to the naked eye); I cleaned the area with Flitz metal polish, so now it looks like dust or dirt on the steel. This whole area is 3/16" long x 1/16" wide, with the spots scattered in an irregular manner.
- This is listed as used because of the corrosion and the satin finish details I mentioned; I have not used it and I am sure the previous owner did not use it either. If it does not sell, I will not be disappointed. :)

Sold 20. $295->$275 - Sus Scrofa – used, double cut bead blasted finish (DCBB), black G-10, INFI
- .170" blade thickness, 4 5/8" blade length, 9 1/4" overall length
- I used this lightly in the kitchen, so there are slight marks on the blade; it still has the factory edge.
 
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I'll take #6
Payment received. Thank you!

I swore I wouldn’t do this, but I’m only human...
Payment sent for Basic 11.
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Seconds on #6
It's been paid for, but thank you for your interest.

Can you email me at -------------? Unable to PM you.
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I’ll take Ash-1 (number 5)
As long as your PayPal address matches your shipping address, the knife is yours.
 
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