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SOG Vintage Original SSD89 SCUBA/DEMO Knife with Leather Handle Sheath and Sharpening Stone.#072/250
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SOG Vintage Original SSD89 SCUBA/DEMO Knife with Leather Handle Sheath and Sharpening Stone.#072/250

SOG Knife Company USA. 

New/Old stock and been sitting in storage for some time.

*Please read full description an see detailed images.

Manufactured in SEKI JAPAN between 2001-2008 and as this is one of the first 250 produced it is likely it was manufactured in 2001.

Model Number is SOG SSD89 and this is also numbered on the Brass Hilt and is 072/250 (Only the first 250 knives were numbered) 

These are some of the best blade shapes available in the market today and this has a rarity scale of 8-9/10.

This is a highly sort after original and mint condition SOG SSD89 SCUBA/DEMO Knife with original Stacked Leather Handle and Black Leather Sheath with sharpening stone. (No Box)

Absolutely stunning almost mint unused condition. Tiny mark on one side of the blade that would polish out but we have left the knife in unmolested condition.(can be seen in the second from last image)

SOG Demo Knife SSD89 Description:

The Scuba/Demo is the rarest of the SOG knives in existence. In fact, only one is known to exist today. Originally, 39 were made and 38 of these were delivered to the Naval Advisory Detachment for missions on the North Vietnamese coastline. They were issued to OPLAN 34 ALPHA in 1964 at which time 36 were lost in operations and two were never seen again.

The SOG Demo SSD89 is a modernized reproduction of the SCUBA/DEMO, one of the rarest Special Forces SOG knives in existence. Constructed of AUS8 steel with a Satin Silver finish the fixed blade is double edged allowing full length serrated and straight edges. The textured Kraton handle has a generous finger guard and comfortable gripping surface. The blade is 7.2 inches long for an overall length of 11.8 inches. A leather sheath is included to provide secure storage and transportation. The SOG Demo SSD89 is a favourite with both users and collectors alike.

Please read detailed description and see images which form part of the description

The US Navy SEALs are one of the most elite specialized military groups in the world. SEALs must undergo a rigorous training program devised to create the consummate warrior. Only a select few endure and are given the right to wear the SEAL Trident.

The knife needed to accompany a Navy SEAL must be just as worthy. The US Government's knife evaluation program included incredible tests that evaluated the following:

  • tip breaking strength

  • blade toughness

  • sharpness and edge retention

  • handle twist-off limits

  • two-week salt water immersions

  • gasoline and acetylene torch resistance

  • chopping

  • hammering

  • prying

  • penetration performance

  • cutting ability for six different types of rope and nylon line

  • low noise and low reflection factors

  • intense hands-on training in the field

This one is one of the more favoured blade shapes.

Made CIRCA EARLY 2000's and mint unused condition.

Specifications:
SOG SSD89 Technical Specs:
  • Blade Length: 7.2 inches x .28in
  • Overall Length: 11.8 inches
  • Weight: 12.3 oz
  • Blade Steel: AUS 8 with Satin polished Blade
  • Blade hardness: RC. 57-58
  • SOG part number: SSD89
  • Edge: Plain
  • Carry System: Black Leather Sheath w/ sharpening stone 
  • Handle Material: Stacked Epoxy Glued Leather Washers
  • Knife Type: Fixed Blade Plain Edge
  • Country of origin: SEKI JAPAN
  • Rarity index 8-9/10 for this model 
Like the Kabar USMC and Ontario knives, the SOG range take their place alongside the best of the Allied forces knives.

This is a sturdy, heavy-duty,operative knife and excellent quality.

* Please note a few storage minor storage/age marks on the sheath

*SOS cannot be held responsible for incorrect information and all detailed information has been taken in good faith and presumed correct from a great SOG resource:sogknivescollectors.com.

We also have one other SCUBA/DEMO Model SSDO1 with Black Handle which can be seen in the final image and at this link:

https://www.sportingoutbacksupplies.com.au/sog-vintage-original-ssd01-l-demo-knife-with-leather-sheath-and-sharpening-stone-#product-details-tab-specification

 SOS#08950

 

 

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    • SKU
      SOGSSD89-072