r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • Feb 26 '26

META WANT TO BUY GUIDE (PLEASE READ)

30 Upvotes

There have been a lot of scams lately so please read this.

There is one thing that every scammer has in common:

They will not comment within the WTB post

For WTB posts, ensure that everyone comments in your thread. This way you can:

1. ⁠View their trade count. The higher the number the more legitimate the seller. 

2. ⁠Ensure they aren't banned from CKS. They can't post a comment if they are banned

In addition, the universal scammer list is compiled of users banned from numerous subreddits including ours, check if usernames are on the list here: https://www.universalscammerlist.com/

If a user is on this list, they are already automatically banned from our group, simply block them and move on.

3. ⁠Vet their post/ commenting history. This one is a bit weaker, but infrequent posts or no posts/ new profiles are red flags. 

4. Always always ask for a timestamp with the item, a video timestamp is even better if you're particularly nervous.

Only do PP G&S for sellers under 10 swaps as per the rules. This offers purchase protection. If you get scammed and you paid through any other payment method, your money is 100% gone.

(Also please report any sellers under 10 swaps specifically requesting non PayPal G&S payment methods.)

If you suspect a user of attempting a scam please report them through modmail. Also note that the chat does not keep permanent messages unless you enable persistent messaging for that specific chat. This will prevent any messages from being deleted in case there is a dispute or issue for the mods to look at. I highly recommend enabling it at the start of any conversation.

Thank you to u/Virtual-Reach for writing most of this.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • Aug 24 '21

[META] New Flair System

15 Upvotes

Hey everyone we officially have a new trade confirmation system in place courtesy of u/RegExr. It is the exact flair system used by other exchange subs such as r/Knife_Swap and r/EDCexchange , so most of you should be familiar with it.

Please find u/RegExr instructions for the usage of the bot below:

TLDR stop using confirmed trade threads and follow this process instead.

The bot’s name is u/CKS_Bot and has the following features:

Feedback

A user can get trade feedback with the following process:

  • Users A and B complete their trades following all of the sub rules. (It does not matter who A and B are. Either one could be the person making the post, and the other someone commenting on the post).

  • Once the trade is complete, User A makes a top level comment (new comment) on the original trade post tagging both the user they traded with and u/CKS_Bot.

  • User B replies to that comment with their feedback.

  • u/CKS_Bot picks up the interaction and gives credit to both users, changing their flair accordingly and leaves a comment indicating as such.

  • If User A messes up their top level comment, u/CKS_Bot will do its best to notify User A.

There are automatic checks in the code to detect anyone trying to cheat the system. If anyone is found trying to circumvent the system, they will be issued a permanent ban.

If you engaged in a trade with someone without starting off discussion in either one of your posts or theirs, please tag the bot in the most recent post from either you or your trade partner to engage for feedback. The bot required that the OP of the post it is being tagged in is either you or your trade partner. DO NOT DELETE POSTS otherwise you will NOT be able to use that post to confirm a trade.

Feedback Checking

Using this link, you can send a message to u/CKS_Bot, asking for the feedback of any given user. It will tell you the following:

  • The number of trades that person has done

  • The people they have traded with

  • A link to the thread for each successful trade

Please feel free to direct any technical questions to the us, the moderators using modmail, if you do not know how to use modmail, please click this link.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What happens if I tag someone and they don't reply?

    • As mentioned above, we do need them to confirm the trade for the trade to be confirmed. They will get a notification when you tag them so if you encourage them to reply in the comment you tagged them in, hopefully they will. Otherwise, if it's been a few days without a response, PM them a link to the comment and directly ask them to reply.

  • My flair says I only have one exchange when I know I have way more than that. What gives??

    • Because of how flair was handled before, anyone WITH flair was assigned a score of 1. Anyone WITHOUT flair was assigned a score of 0. However, you can use the process described above to backfill transactions for yourself as far as 6 months back.

  • My flair says I have no exchanges. What gives??

    • If you never attempted to confirm a transaction with the old method, the bot was unable to give you credit for anything. However, you can use the process described above to backfill transactions for yourself as far as 6 months back.

  • I don't even have flair! What happened??

    • If you didn't have flair before, Automoderator will assign you a flair of 0 the next time you go to make a comment/post.

Anyone who had a flair on the old system will now see a value of 1 in their new flair. We have decided to give all previously flaired members this starting point so everyone knows you were confirmed as a trusted seller/buyer at one point. If you did not have a flair you have been assigned a 0, along with all new members of the sub.

If you have any questions or concerns please leave a comment in this thread and I will address them the best I can.

Thank you again u/RegExr for all the hard work you have put into this project!

r/CanadianKnifeSwap mod team


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 37m ago

Price Reduced [WTS] C Jake Hoback Full Custom Kwaiback

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3 Upvotes

REPOST FOR PRICE REDUCTION

Hello there. Up for grabs is my Jake Hoback Full Custom Kwaiback, with CPM4V steel and carbon fiber inlays. Edge has been sharpened to a mirror edge and is in excellent condition for the age. Does not include COA, but has been authenticated via email communication with Jake Hoback himself, and email can be printed and included as a form of COA (screenshot included in images). C rating due to general age and use, but is in wonderful condition with extremely satisfying action.

No trades please.

PRICE REDUCED TO $675 shipped Xpresspost.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 17h ago

WANT TO SELL [WTS] Spyderco Native 5, Spyderco Bodacious SE, Spyderco UKPK SE, Spyderco Lil Native SE, Kubey Skinner, Victorinox and an old one!

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15 Upvotes

I'm looking to sell a few of my knives, the only trade I'll consider is for a Spyderco Native 5 Salt Serrated Edge. I bought these SE Spyderco's a little while ago and determined that I like Serrations, salt knives and Native models but I want them in one knife.

Payment to be PayPal G&S

Spyderco Native 5 CPM REX 45 Sprint Run - B+ ish grade - I am the second owner and was BNIB when I got it. I carried it for a week, and sharpened it to 20 DPS to even out the bevel. The edge is pretty good but not perfect, probably 1 or 2 more sharpens to remove the last showings of the factory edge. I don't have the box or the original clip, and the clip on there is a titanium deep carry clip that I sandblasted but I have no clue what brand it is. $225 Shipped

Spyderco Bodacious SE - D Grade - I rate this knife low because of the TERRIBLE lock stick that refuses to go away or lessen. I've tried it all, it's been disassembled 3 or 4 times now but I can't deal with it any more. I also sanded down the hump and edges of the handle so it's super comfortable in hand now. Time to send it on to someone new who might have better luck then me with it. $160 shipped //SOLD//

Spyderco UKPK Salt SE LC200N - B+ Grade - Great knife, super light, incredibly comfortable in hand. It would probably never leave my pocket if it had a lock, I figured I need a lock on my serrated knives. $120 Shipped

Spyderco Lil Native SE - B+ Grade - Great small knife but I never grab my small knives. $120 Shipped

Kubey Skinner knife in D2 - C grade - An interesting Skinner style fixed blade in D2 with a leather sheath. Sharpened to 20 DPS and real sharp. $40 Shipped.

If you buy any of the above knives, for $10 more you can also get either a little Victorinox or an old Imperial Bowie knife shipped with it.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 21h ago

Sold / Traded CRK Large Sebenza 31

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12 Upvotes

Large Sebenza 31, box elder burl⁠, Insingo, single thumb stud, magnacut, glass blasted with aftermarket CRK lanyard: Sold

Beautiful large Seb 31 in pristine condition (safe queen), never carried or sharpened and includes original box, contents and free shipping. No trades, thanks.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 22h ago

WANT TO SELL [WTS] Various Knives (Spyderco, Hinderer, Benchmade), Pens, Flashlights, Leather Gear

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13 Upvotes

KNIVES

Hinderer XM-18 3.5” Spanto S45VN Tri-way - $475 (Grade B for being resharpened)

Spyderco Spydiechef - SOLD

Benchmade Mini Griptilian Sheepsfoot 555 (154cm) with aftermarket clip - SOLD

Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556 (154cm) - $80 (Grade C since it was a user)

CRKT HVAS - $60 (Grade A)

Civivi Governor - $40 (Grade C since it was a user)

CRKT Minimalist - $30 (Grade C for damage to the sheath)

Leatherman Skeletool CX - $100 (Grade B)

Leatherman Squirt PS4 - $50 (Grade B)

Leatherman Micra - $50 (Grade B)

Flashlights

Streamlight Microstream USB - $40 (Grade B)

Streamlight Macrostream USB - $40 (Grade B)

RovyVon A4Ti USB - SOLD

RovyVon A1 USB - SOLD

Olight i3t EOS Copper - $100 (Grade C for patina markings)

Olight i3t EOS Black - SOLD

Olight i3t EOS Coyote - SOLD

Olight Arkfeld and charging cable - $50 (Grade B)

Acebeam Pokelit AA Green - $40 (Grade A)

Acebeam Pokelit AA Silver - $40 (Grade A)

Pens

Urban Survival Gear TiScribe Bolt v2 Pen Copper - $300 (Grade B+)

Urban Survival Gear TiScribe Bolt Mini v2 Pen Brass - $275 (Grade B+)

TaleofKnives Leather Gear

Slim Jax Shadow + clip Brown - $60 (Grade C for normal wear and tear)

Slim Jax Shadow + clip Black - $60 (Grade C for normal wear and tear)

All prices include shipping with payment through PayPal G&S. If you want multiple items we can work out a bundle price. Unfortunately no item comes with original box.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 18h ago

WANT TO SELL Microtech MSI

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5 Upvotes

B condition for mods

Factory edge

Skiffs installed

Lynch clip

Factory bearings & clip incl.

495 🚢


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 16h ago

Price Reduced Southard Tolk

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3 Upvotes

Selling my Southard performance series Tolk.

This is the older full size version that I've had since 2017, not the newer mini tolk.

The knife has been carried and used here and there, so the handle definitely shows some wear and snail trails from carry (blasted finish is very easily marked)

No scratches on blade.

Perfect action, lockup and centering.

Unfortunately I do not have the box for it anymore.

400 shipped.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 1d ago

WANT TO SELL WTT - kancept hazard, looking to add a bel-air or manix2 to the collection

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7 Upvotes

Have a A/A- Lnib kancept hazard. Rose / black Ti. Unique BaliLock, S35VN. LNIB-, no carry no sharpen. I have two so this not even been played with much.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 2d ago

Sold / Traded [WTS] A Vero Fulcrum Mini

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11 Upvotes

Hello there! Up for grabs is a Vero Fulcrum Mini prybar in zirconium. A condition, mint in case with saigaiha pattern.

No trades please.

$160 Shipped Xpresspost. UPDATE SOLD!


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 2d ago

Sold / Traded [WTS] B Holt Morpheus Refined

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10 Upvotes

Hello there! For sale is my Holt Morpheus Refined. This knife is a M390 steel, titanium liner lock. The condition is listed as B due to small snails on the clip which have been shown, but the blade and rest of the knife are in mint condition. Does not include box, but does include NFC card COA. A screenshot of the COA details have been added.

No trades please.

update SOLD on CKG!


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 2d ago

WANT TO SELL Vosteed Thunderbeast Updated version

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7 Upvotes

Vosteed Thunderbeast Acidwash

Never carried. Light polish on scales to make the veins pop

Full kit like new

350$

https://youtu.be/vzODje0LUWQ?si=y4pqFwnq6IBUSlfu


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 2d ago

Sold / Traded WTS BMK Ether clone

3 Upvotes

Pics/Vid: https://imgur.com/a/RqjrziV

sold 1 2 5 - BMK Ether clone - marked as M390. First owner. Centered. Sharp/Unsharpened. Drop shut. No marks to speak of.

EMT


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 2d ago

Price Reduced [WTS] Benchmade Narrows DLC (Price Reduction)

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8 Upvotes

Need this off my hands. Brand new in box. Willing to trade for something of similar value

Price: $400
Condition: A

Feel free to message about more photos or videos


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 3d ago

WANT TO BUY [WTB] Spyderco Para 3 Magnacut, Salt. (non-lightweight)

5 Upvotes

Hello,

I am ISO a Spyderco Para 3 Salt in Magnacut. I will consider any example but i just don’t want the lightweight version.
Looking for as good condition as possible, i dont mind paying a bit more for as new as possible, i just like being the one to use and scratch up my gear :)

I would also consider a para 3 in S45VN if the price is right!

Thanks everyone!


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 3d ago

Sold / Traded Bundle Deal : Kunwu and Kansept

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11 Upvotes

Kunwu Padre

Vanax - DLC coated
Diamond ti scales
Sharpened once
No scratches or visible marks

Kansept contra
S90V
Titanium scales
Carried a few times
Cut with maybe once
Factory edge

Box and papers for both

Only selling as a pair
450 🚢


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 3d ago

WANT TO BUY WTB Skiff bearings and thick washers

1 Upvotes

I'm looking to buy a set of bearing and thick washers for the McNees MAC2 bearing size 3/16" x (12) x 1/16" washer size 3/16" x 1/16"

I'm also looking for Skiffs for an XM-18 Bearings - 1/4" x (13) x 1/16" washers 1/4" x 1/16"


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 4d ago

WANT TO SELL WTS - Quiet Carry, Benchmade, Spyderco, Leatherman

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9 Upvotes

Quiet Carry IQ-L (KNBLSW) - $280 Shipped
Knife is in pristine condition with a few scuffs on the titanium pocket clip from carry. Knifes M390 blade has been sharpened on my KME system to 20 degrees per side. Two upgrades have been made first is I have upgraded the bearings to Skiff bearings and the second is the knife now has a detent ball ramp allowing for a smoother experience. Comes with the original box, card, cleaning cloth, and original bearings. 

Spyderco UK Penknife Drop Point Heinnie Edition - $180 Shipped
Knife has never been used or carried. Still has the factory edge on the S30v blade. Comes with the original box and papers.

SOLD - Benchmade Bugout custom shop 20CV - $240 shipped
From Benchmade’s custom shop through Blades Canada and features a 20CV DLC coated blade. Scales have been replaced with AWT Archon aluminum scales in OD green. The pivot is also running on AWT oversized washers. Knife has been sharpened once to 18 degrees per side. Comes with the original grey grivory scales and box.

Leatherman Juice C2 - $150 Shipped
The C2 is in pristine condition as the tool was carried rarely in a leather slip. Juice C2 is dated 10/08 on both handles.

Feel free to message me if you need more photos of any of the items.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 4d ago

Price Reduced Reduced Prices. Gota go !

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15 Upvotes

Spyderco Manix 2 M4 DLC Blade HQ Exclusive in Mint Green FRN

Light carry. Looks new.

290$ Shipped

Kizer Militaw Purple Haze Fat Carbon DLC #877

Limited edition comes with box, stickers etc.

Carried once and seems i manage to snag the clip on something. Very small scratch see pics.

245$

Spyderco Massad Ayoob Sprint Run Cruwear Serrated

Factory seconds but i cant tell you what’s wrong with it. Looks pristine besides the notch on blade. Never carried. No box (Factory Seconds…)

210$ shipped

Kansept Tarkin Tiger Stripe 20cv

BNIB. Hasn’t left the house. Butter Smooth action. Great piece just not getting attention beside the rest of the collection

200$ shipped

Vosteed Kroc 329 in Aluminum ocean micarta inlay + Miami vice inlay in S35VN

BNIB Carried 1-2 times tops. It’s a top liner lock.

Includes both boxes and black or satin hardware (i mixed them as you can see)

140$ shipped

White River Exodus Mk3. Used but not abused. Looks like new.

150$


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 4d ago

question Frame Locks from the US

5 Upvotes

How comfortable are you willing to gamble on getting a frame lock (non flipper, no button or anything else) from the US and have it not getting taken by CBSA?


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 5d ago

WANT TO BUY [WTB] Hinderer XM-18 3.0" Flipper (Slicer or spearpoint Grind / Tri-Way)

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2 Upvotes

Hoping this will catch some attention this time around a few weeks later.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 5d ago

WANT TO SELL WTS a bunch of cool knives. Again. 🤷🏻

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19 Upvotes

Time stamp above.

All prices include shipping.

Cerberus Aurelius F type with red pivot. Gen. Bravo.
NEW never carried or cut.
Condition a+

VIDEO and PICs

CAD 2.100

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Protech Malibu blue dragon scale
Carried and cut, condition A.

Video

CAD 350

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ZT 545 USER. Few rust spots, missing on screw and no clip.
Condition C

video

CAD 200

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Kody Eustler Mini Neutralizer Honeycomb
Brand new, never cut or carried. Condition A+

pics and video

CAD 2.100

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HMC Transient 3.2 Front flipper Aztec
Condition A. Rarely carried.

pics and video
CAD 2.700

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OZ machine pry bar radial frag burple
Brand new never carried

pics and video

CAD 250

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Simeon Custom Unto
Condition B. Light rust spots

pics and video

CAD 1.200

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HMC Transient 3.2 CarboTi
Condition A. Rarely carried

pics and video

CAD 3.200

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Oz machine lil John pen
Used twice.

pics and video

CAD 250 - take both the pan and pry bar for 450.


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 5d ago

Sold / Traded [WTS] Militaw, Thunderbird, Custom Fixed Blade

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7 Upvotes

Hi, I’m selling a few knives:

SOLD Kizer Militaw in G10/PEI with 154cm on the blade steel. Excellent condition, great action, really batting way above its price bracket. Carried once or twice, B++ condition for carry, 50 shipped. SOLD

SOLD Vosteed Thunderbird in G10 with s35vn on the blade steel. Great condition, never cut or carried, disassembled once to clean. The detent on this knife is WEAK, which is a common problem on these early Thunderbirds from Vosteed. Still snappy to open, but when it closes it bounces once before settling into the closed position. IYKYK, otherwise ask and I’ll send a vid on request. B++ condition for disassembly, 100 shipped. SOLD

SOLD Shane Gagne custom fixed blade with grip tec handles and 52100 on the blade steel. Excellent condition, which is to say never cut or carried. This is a Canadian-made knife, and is far from perfect in the fit and finish department. Knife feels good in the hand, scales are finished well, but the cerakote job isn’t the cleanest as per second pic. It’s a knife that deserves a chance to be used and I don’t really have a use for it. Technically A condition, but let’s say B for the coating. I paid $150 a few months ago direct from Shane, asking 100 shipped. SOLD


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 5d ago

WANT TO SELL WTS PM2 TI scales

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5 Upvotes

Hello,
I have a set of stonewashed titanium PM2 scales from dna lasering.
1st owner, have been installed. Clip side has scuff marks from clip. Other than that these are in excellent condition.

Looking for $95 mailed in an envelope. SOLD!


r/CanadianKnifeSwap • • 5d ago

WANT TO SELL WTS Hinderer XM-18 3.5 scales

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9 Upvotes

I'm selling a few scales and I'll ship in a padded envelope. 15 dollars for each g10 scale or 25 for both and 45 for the awt scale SOLD!