SOLD - Beautiful SOG Tech II Knife

Description

2/27/26- For sale is a beautiful, like-new SOG Tech II knife. The customer has provided the following description:

SOG TECH II- This knife is very early with "EDM. WA." stamped on the blade and white "EDM. WA." on the transitional sheath, these are very rare! The combination of the transitional sheath from leather to nylon with the "EDM. WA." white logo is a very rare model.

There are none this early available anywhere!

Created by Master Japanese Sword & Knife Maker Ichiro Hattori, hand forged in Seki City, Japan. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT- Ichiro Hattori only made OEM Knives for SOG from 1986 to 2006 in Seki, Japan.

Just like its little brother the “SOG Tech”, the Tech II has the same features except that it has a larger blade at 7.25″. The length may not be exact as these 2 models were ground by hand and sharpened, or so it was said for the earlier produced knives. Some people said that the length might vary from 7″ to 7.375″ vs SOGs advertised 7.25″. It is also the predecessor or the SOG ‘Tech’. The ‘Tech II’ was originally called the “Tech”, but when the new shorter 5.75″ ‘Tech’ came out this 7.25″ knife’s name changed to “Tech II”.

Earlier produced Tech II’s have the words “EDM.WA” engraved below the SOG logo on the knife. The oldest version has the words “S.M.CA” marked on the blade, and is one of the oldest SOG’s that were produced. The last version to be produced did not have any wordings engraved below the ‘square SOG logo’. Leather sheaths with the earlier versions proceeded the nylon and condura sheaths for the later produced knives. The Tech II is said to be the foundation for the ‘Seal 2000 Knife’, which retains certain features and designs of the Tech II.

Blade Length: 7.25 in. x .250 in.
Overall length: 12.5 in.
Blade steel: 440A (Earlier versions feature SK-5 and AUS-8A)
Blade hardness: Rc. 57-58
Blade finish: Satin-finished
Weight: 14.5 oz.
Edge: Straight
Carry System: Black nylon sheath (Earlier versions have leather sheath)
Handle Material: Black Kraton handle
Knife Type: Fixed Blade
Country of origin: Japan
Part #: S12

Other things of interest: Has brass guard. Older versions marked “EDM. WA” and “S.M. CA” are rarer.

Product Description:

Designed with the utmost utilization of modern technology, this innovative cutting machine features our rolled edge for premier implementation. Combining the finest carbon steel with scientific heat treating, this knife achieves a new pinnacle in high tech performance… hence the name SOG Tech. The fluid grind lines vividly express the superiority of the American bowie as the working man’s blade of choice in either cam or combat setting. The single brass guard allows the greatest degree of downward pressure to be applied during use. For total control we utilize an ergonomically influenced aggressive Kraton® handle which completely encapsulates the knife’s full tang

You have to hold it and see it to know just what this knife is. This is an early EDM.WA.

This knife also came out during the time that these were being hand ground to a special "Rolled Edge" that only the best Custom Carbon Steel knives can sustain. This edge takes hours to bring from the belly to the edge without that V that most knives have to create a sharp edge. If you look carefully at the pictures you will see this edge.

With it's beautiful blade contours, full belly (not concave) Bowie Knife The sheath is original with some use but in very good condition. The leather button strap shows a little wear but it strong thick and was told to leave it as is.

This particular SOG TECH II IS a 10 rarity. The Tridents and other rare SOGS are nice - This is SOG'S greatest achievement in a knife. It equals or surpasses Custom made knives in every aspect including beauty. It's the perfect knife. Here is an outtake from the SOG Collectors' site on the TECH II: SOG Knives Collectors' Review/Take: Just like it's little brother the " SOG Tech ", the Tech II has the same features except that it has a larger blade at 7.25"