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I will only communicate through DM/PM here on the forum... I will not respond to emails. Any questions, please feel free to ask. I'll do my best to get back to your inquiries as soon as possible.
I am the original owner of all these knives except the vintage Combat Troodon, and none have been carried or used in any capacity, so they all have their sharp factory edges. I cannot verify for the entire history of the Vintage Combat Troodon with regard to use, however it was sold to me by a well-known knife purveyor in excellent condition. All others were purchased directly from authorized Microtech and Benchmade Dealers, and EMPEDC direct. They each come in their original marked manufacturer boxes with paperwork, if applicable. They are all in like or near new condition... again, the exception being the vintage Combat Troodon. Each knife I have posted operates solidly as they should with positive and smooth action.
Please check my feedback: I'm a long-standing member with 100% positive feedback for both buying and selling.
NOTE: If claiming a knife below in the comments, please be specific on which one(s).
PAYMENT AND SHIPPING: If you are relatively new to the forum or have very little or no feedback, I will likely ask you to pay via PPFF only. I will accept Zelle (preferred) or PayPal FF (no remarks on payment) due to PP's ridiculous rules on automatic knives. If you want to pay by PPG&S, that's OK, but don't reference Microtech, EMPEDC, Benchmade, or anything in the remarks indicating it's an auto-knife. I will ship, at my expense, from my home in Texas, via USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate, with Signature Confirmation. If you prefer another shipping carrier, we can discuss. I will NOT ship to Mexico, Canada, or any location overseas. Shipping will occur NEXT BUSINESS DAY following payment. It is the buyer's responsibility to determine the legality of owning/possessing an automatic knife in their state/jurisdiction. BTW, I package all items I ship extremely carefully. You may be annoyed at the amount of tape and padding I use... lol.
TRADES: None on these knives, thanks.
PRICES AND PICS: Prices are fair, however reasonable best offers will be considered. No low-balls, please. I apologize for the minor dust, oil, and fingerprints in these photos. And sorry about the reflections. BTW, I still have one remaining Gen III Combat Troodon up for sale in my previous sale post from a week ago: https://www.bladeforums.com/threads...ot-six-microtechs-and-two-benchmades.2065518/
***Some photos below, but a more complete album of even more pictures is available here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/coE1Lp2pCsGYnBaEA
- $725 - VINTAGE WHARNCLIFFE COMBAT TROODON SATIN SERRATED (145-8) W/S30V BLADE STEEL - This is a true gem! Very early Combat Troodon that has a black anodized aluminum "smooth chassis," no claw logo (sterile) on show side, the long-ellimated "F" and "R" arrow indicators under the switch (Fire and Retract), and the pocket clip has the old and desired "Dino/Troodon Head." This knife has a very early production date of 10/2007 and a serial number of #1082. It's in excellent condition for its age and has just a little bit of wear from storage and handling, and a little light shadowing/hazing on a couple spots on the satin blade (very common on as-ground S30V). Since I am not the original owner, it's possibly seen use, but if so, it must have been extremely minor in nature. I'd confidently say this vintage Combat Troodon is in 98+% condition but it is an older knife, so I definitely can't state "like or near new." The blade is a beautiful satin and appears to have its sharp original edge. This knife operates smoothly and strongly with zero mechanical hesitation or issues. And a huge plus, this vintage Combat Troodon comes with its original labeled Microtech box, all papers, and its original Microtech nylon clip sheath, that appears entirely unused! The outer box sleeve has obvious shelf and storage wear but still very much intact. These don't come up often for sale, especially in this condition with the original box. paperwork and sheath included.
- ***SOLD*** - "SAND TROOPER" COMBAT TROODON D/E (142-1 SAD) W/M390 BLADE STEEL - This particular Sand Trooper is probably one of "dirtiest" I have come across. The guys in the Microtech coatings and Cerakote shops did a phenomenal job. Perfect specimen, with "Deep Etched" Imperial Logo on show side, a production date of 12/2021, and a serial number of #777. Original labeled box and papers.
- $365 - WEATHERED TURQUOISE COMBAT TROODON D/E APOCALYPTIC, RARE W/FLUTING (142-10 APWTQ) W/M390 BLADE STEEL - Produced at the tail end of the Combat Troodon Gen II production run, a few of these Weathered Turquoise Combat Troodons were made with fluted blades, which are normally only seen on the pricier Delta Frag models and the Scarab IIs. Not all Weathered Turquoise models produced during the end of the Gen II production run came with fluted blades... only a few. You will find some without fluted blades out there with the exact same month/year of production and same model number on the box as this one. The one listed here is a rarer unadvertised variant with a production date of 01/2024 and a serial number of #45432. Original labeled box and papers.
- $300 - EMPEDC PULSE R "AKA RIDCULOUS" W/MAGNACUT BLADE STEEL - Purchased by me directly from EMPEDC, this was the very last black-anodized aluminum handled, satin drop point version John Rusk had for sale. Pulse R was made specifically as a "one-and-done" run--a proof of concept for a "ridiculously-sized OTF--and to ultimately "break the mold as to what an OTF could be." It is awesome, sold out, and no more will ever be made. The action is superb and the finishing is perfect, with a beautiful compound hollow grind on this version. This thing feels great in hand and even has wonderful jimping on the spine, something rarely seen in autos. It comes with its original box, zippered and embroidered EMPEDC pouch, decals, poker chip and COA.
- ***SOLD*** - BENCHMADE SHOOTOUT - RECENT SEASONAL RELEASE WITH TAIGA GREEN HANDLES, COPPER-COLORED HARDWARE, FDE PVD BATTLEWASH BLADE FINISH and Z-WEAR BLADE STEEL - Just received, so this a catch and release for me. I never held a Shootout before and realized I prefer my Microtechs even though I love the color-combo on this particular knife. It's perfect, only taken out of the box for inspection and pics. I purchased it from GOVX, so I got it at 35% off MAP, so I am passing on that savings to you, too. These are available at other authorized dealers for $350... I paid $227 plus tax and shipping at GOVX... just a hair more than $255 total. I'm listing for just $225. Comes with original marked Benchmade packaging.
I am the original owner of all these knives except the vintage Combat Troodon, and none have been carried or used in any capacity, so they all have their sharp factory edges. I cannot verify for the entire history of the Vintage Combat Troodon with regard to use, however it was sold to me by a well-known knife purveyor in excellent condition. All others were purchased directly from authorized Microtech and Benchmade Dealers, and EMPEDC direct. They each come in their original marked manufacturer boxes with paperwork, if applicable. They are all in like or near new condition... again, the exception being the vintage Combat Troodon. Each knife I have posted operates solidly as they should with positive and smooth action.
Please check my feedback: I'm a long-standing member with 100% positive feedback for both buying and selling.
NOTE: If claiming a knife below in the comments, please be specific on which one(s).
PAYMENT AND SHIPPING: If you are relatively new to the forum or have very little or no feedback, I will likely ask you to pay via PPFF only. I will accept Zelle (preferred) or PayPal FF (no remarks on payment) due to PP's ridiculous rules on automatic knives. If you want to pay by PPG&S, that's OK, but don't reference Microtech, EMPEDC, Benchmade, or anything in the remarks indicating it's an auto-knife. I will ship, at my expense, from my home in Texas, via USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate, with Signature Confirmation. If you prefer another shipping carrier, we can discuss. I will NOT ship to Mexico, Canada, or any location overseas. Shipping will occur NEXT BUSINESS DAY following payment. It is the buyer's responsibility to determine the legality of owning/possessing an automatic knife in their state/jurisdiction. BTW, I package all items I ship extremely carefully. You may be annoyed at the amount of tape and padding I use... lol.
TRADES: None on these knives, thanks.
PRICES AND PICS: Prices are fair, however reasonable best offers will be considered. No low-balls, please. I apologize for the minor dust, oil, and fingerprints in these photos. And sorry about the reflections. BTW, I still have one remaining Gen III Combat Troodon up for sale in my previous sale post from a week ago: https://www.bladeforums.com/threads...ot-six-microtechs-and-two-benchmades.2065518/
***Some photos below, but a more complete album of even more pictures is available here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/coE1Lp2pCsGYnBaEA
- $725 - VINTAGE WHARNCLIFFE COMBAT TROODON SATIN SERRATED (145-8) W/S30V BLADE STEEL - This is a true gem! Very early Combat Troodon that has a black anodized aluminum "smooth chassis," no claw logo (sterile) on show side, the long-ellimated "F" and "R" arrow indicators under the switch (Fire and Retract), and the pocket clip has the old and desired "Dino/Troodon Head." This knife has a very early production date of 10/2007 and a serial number of #1082. It's in excellent condition for its age and has just a little bit of wear from storage and handling, and a little light shadowing/hazing on a couple spots on the satin blade (very common on as-ground S30V). Since I am not the original owner, it's possibly seen use, but if so, it must have been extremely minor in nature. I'd confidently say this vintage Combat Troodon is in 98+% condition but it is an older knife, so I definitely can't state "like or near new." The blade is a beautiful satin and appears to have its sharp original edge. This knife operates smoothly and strongly with zero mechanical hesitation or issues. And a huge plus, this vintage Combat Troodon comes with its original labeled Microtech box, all papers, and its original Microtech nylon clip sheath, that appears entirely unused! The outer box sleeve has obvious shelf and storage wear but still very much intact. These don't come up often for sale, especially in this condition with the original box. paperwork and sheath included.
- ***SOLD*** - "SAND TROOPER" COMBAT TROODON D/E (142-1 SAD) W/M390 BLADE STEEL - This particular Sand Trooper is probably one of "dirtiest" I have come across. The guys in the Microtech coatings and Cerakote shops did a phenomenal job. Perfect specimen, with "Deep Etched" Imperial Logo on show side, a production date of 12/2021, and a serial number of #777. Original labeled box and papers.
- $365 - WEATHERED TURQUOISE COMBAT TROODON D/E APOCALYPTIC, RARE W/FLUTING (142-10 APWTQ) W/M390 BLADE STEEL - Produced at the tail end of the Combat Troodon Gen II production run, a few of these Weathered Turquoise Combat Troodons were made with fluted blades, which are normally only seen on the pricier Delta Frag models and the Scarab IIs. Not all Weathered Turquoise models produced during the end of the Gen II production run came with fluted blades... only a few. You will find some without fluted blades out there with the exact same month/year of production and same model number on the box as this one. The one listed here is a rarer unadvertised variant with a production date of 01/2024 and a serial number of #45432. Original labeled box and papers.
- $300 - EMPEDC PULSE R "AKA RIDCULOUS" W/MAGNACUT BLADE STEEL - Purchased by me directly from EMPEDC, this was the very last black-anodized aluminum handled, satin drop point version John Rusk had for sale. Pulse R was made specifically as a "one-and-done" run--a proof of concept for a "ridiculously-sized OTF--and to ultimately "break the mold as to what an OTF could be." It is awesome, sold out, and no more will ever be made. The action is superb and the finishing is perfect, with a beautiful compound hollow grind on this version. This thing feels great in hand and even has wonderful jimping on the spine, something rarely seen in autos. It comes with its original box, zippered and embroidered EMPEDC pouch, decals, poker chip and COA.
- ***SOLD*** - BENCHMADE SHOOTOUT - RECENT SEASONAL RELEASE WITH TAIGA GREEN HANDLES, COPPER-COLORED HARDWARE, FDE PVD BATTLEWASH BLADE FINISH and Z-WEAR BLADE STEEL - Just received, so this a catch and release for me. I never held a Shootout before and realized I prefer my Microtechs even though I love the color-combo on this particular knife. It's perfect, only taken out of the box for inspection and pics. I purchased it from GOVX, so I got it at 35% off MAP, so I am passing on that savings to you, too. These are available at other authorized dealers for $350... I paid $227 plus tax and shipping at GOVX... just a hair more than $255 total. I'm listing for just $225. Comes with original marked Benchmade packaging.
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