Offered is a Wenoka Sea Style Model 8835. Highly sought-after, this vintage dive knife was designed by the legendary custom knifemaker Blackie Collins and proudly Made in the USA. Includes the Z-loc Service tool also!
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Crafted with premium 420 stainless steel, this rugged survival tool is specifically built to withstand highly corrosive marine environments while retaining its cutting edge. .....this is not just 304 or 308 SS.
The Designer: Blackie Collins is a legendary figure in the cutlery industry, widely celebrated for pioneering functional underwater cutlery designs and secure mechanism sheaths.
The Blade: It features a robust 6-inch 420 stainless steel blade (9 inches overall) optimized for harsh underwater conditions. The edge layout typically combines a fine cutting edge with a aggressive partial spine serration or fish scaler for versatile utility.
The Handle: It includes a textured, ergonomic grip designed to prevent slipping when wearing heavy neoprene dive gloves, topped off with a solid metal pommel that can double as an underwater signaling tank-banger.
The Sheath: These USA-made models featured Wenoka's highly regarded molded locking sheath systems having the iconic Z-Lok, allowing divers to safely secure and quickly deploy the blade using leg or arm straps.
Because these American-manufactured knives are no longer in production, the Model 8835 has transitioned from standard dive gear into a prized vintage collectible for scuba diving enthusiasts and knife historians alike.