Up for sale is a highly collectible, legacy-era Busse Combat SHSH II (Straight Handle Steel Heart II). This is a prime example of Busse’s early craftsmanship from the late 1990s, built like a tank and highly sought after by collectors of vintage INFI steel.
Key Features & Specifications:
- Model: Straight Handle Steel Heart II (SHSH II)
- Blade Length: 8 inches (measured from the front of the handle scale to the tip)
- Blade Thickness: Approximately 0.275" to 0.30"
- Overall Length: Approximately 13.5 inches
- Blade Material: Proprietary INFI Steel (renowned for legendary toughness)
- Blade Finish: Factory original black coating
- Handle Profile: Classic straight handle with "bird's beak" pommel hook and dual lanyard/thumb ramp holes
- Handle Material: Original canvas micarta (green/black blend)
- Hardware: Rare and highly desirable slotted screw fasteners (indicating an early production run, preferred by collectors over later tubular rivets)
- Sheath Included: Original, period-correct heavy-duty black nylon sheath with integrated front accessory pouch and snap-retention strap.
Condition:
The knife is in excellent vintage condition. It retains its original factory edge geometry. There are minor surface scuffs and scratches on one side of the black blade coating from handling and being drawn from the sheath (all visible in the photos). The micarta scales are fully intact with no chips or deep gouges, and the slotted hardware remains crisp. The spine shows a beautifully thick, solid full-tang profile. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the condition description.
Shipping & Policy Details:
- Shipping: Shipped quickly via USPS Priority Mail with tracking. It will be securely packed and fully insured for the final purchase value.
- Restrictions: By purchasing this item, you certify that you are at least 18 years of age and are complying with all local, state, federal, and international laws regarding the possession, ownership, and transit of this item.
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