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by thestretch71
Sun Mar 24, 2024 5:32 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: 2024 POS Exchange
Replies: 132
Views: 9649

Re: 2024 POS Exchange

If it fits... It Ships. Challenge Accepted I almost got it up to 4 pounds. I will be so happy to go back to my regular diet. Raisin Bran - Not a Fan My wife is going to be pretty ticked though when she find out what I did with the food sealer machine. If you don't properly seal up your "samples...
by thestretch71
Fri Mar 15, 2024 3:00 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: 2024 POS Exchange
Replies: 132
Views: 9649

Re: 2024 POS Exchange

Having missed the last couple of years POS exchange....

I have sweet box of "goodies" all stocked up for this go-round.
by thestretch71
Fri Jan 19, 2024 10:06 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: Care to see some really old Sheffield knives, anyone?
Replies: 39
Views: 956

Re: Care to see some really old Sheffield knives, anyone?

I just got it yesterday... Started my research here as I always do. Found this Sheffield thread at the top of the list. I believe the scales may be actual ivory. I don't want to do any more damage trying to find out. Given the age and where it's from ... Britain certainly had access to lots of Asian...
by thestretch71
Fri Jan 19, 2024 3:36 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: Care to see some really old Sheffield knives, anyone?
Replies: 39
Views: 956

Re: Care to see some really old Sheffield knives, anyone?

I just acquired a very old knife made in Sheffield.
Goins says it's pre civil war.
The scales are in pretty rough shape but the knife functions quite well for being 160+ years old.
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The Stamp says
WRAGGS
Celebrated
Dirk Knife
by thestretch71
Fri Apr 01, 2022 8:39 pm
Forum: Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum
Topic: India Stag with a short line stamp
Replies: 10
Views: 1075

Re: India Stag with a short line stamp

I appreciate everyone's input.

I was pretty certain it was a good knife but better safe than sorry.

Thanks to All

Ken
by thestretch71
Thu Mar 31, 2022 7:49 pm
Forum: Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum
Topic: India Stag with a short line stamp
Replies: 10
Views: 1075

Re: India Stag with a short line stamp

Edit - sorry, looks like I was typing my post when you made your second post. IIRC Camillus called it “Indian Stag” (Indian, with an “n”, not India) which is Delrin imitation stag.
You are exactly correct. I am "N" deficient on this one. :oops:
by thestretch71
Thu Mar 31, 2022 4:47 pm
Forum: Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum
Topic: India Stag with a short line stamp
Replies: 10
Views: 1075

Re: India Stag with a short line stamp

It is an early 70's India Stag (styled Delrin) Pattern 89 It came to me as NOS in the box. There is still a bit factory grease on the knife. Everything looks as new to my eye. But that stamp ??? I have read that the 89 was not produced for a long time & re-introduced in 1972. My best guess is th...
by thestretch71
Thu Mar 31, 2022 3:56 pm
Forum: Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum
Topic: India Stag with a short line stamp
Replies: 10
Views: 1075

India Stag with a short line stamp

Did I get a faked knife ?

I don't see anything about this knife that would suggest it's a fake but the stamp worries me...
I was getting ready to put it up on the Bay & thought I had better ask first.
Any thoughts ?
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by thestretch71
Sat Jul 24, 2021 10:43 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: who is your favorite vendor here on aapk
Replies: 26
Views: 3044

Re: who is your favorite vendor here on aapk

philco wrote: Tue Jul 20, 2021 2:24 am My favorite is TrueStory with Archway Cutlery. I was so impressed I married her. :lol:
Reminds me of an old joke about looking for wife with boat. Send picture of boat......

::tu:: ::tu:: ::tu::
by thestretch71
Sat Jul 17, 2021 5:57 am
Forum: Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum
Topic: Camillus Ephemera
Replies: 102
Views: 14304

Re: Camillus Ephemera

Catalog Inside pages.
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by thestretch71
Sat Jul 17, 2021 5:53 am
Forum: Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum
Topic: Camillus Ephemera
Replies: 102
Views: 14304

Re: Camillus Ephemera

Per your request. Cover - Front & Back. Based on the Factory Picture, I would date this catalog to no later than 1972. All the cars I can see are definitely late 60's but the distinctive gold AMC gremlin parked all by itself helps the dating. The Gremlin was not sold until 1970. CmCat-1c.jpg CmC...
by thestretch71
Fri Jul 16, 2021 5:08 am
Forum: Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum
Topic: Camillus Ephemera
Replies: 102
Views: 14304

Re: Camillus Ephemera

I found a cool Counter Sales Display last year.
There was an old catalog inside which listed this model display as #85.
I wish I could buy all the knives that are listed on the display at those sticker prices.

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by thestretch71
Mon Apr 19, 2021 5:11 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: Seen this on the bay
Replies: 15
Views: 1677

Re: Seen this on the bay

I believe Mr. Noyes wins the Internet for today ! ::tu::
by thestretch71
Mon Mar 15, 2021 3:58 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: Looking for a knife with specific tool set
Replies: 20
Views: 2152

Re: Looking for a knife with specific tool set

Are you looking for this knife for a specific reason ?
A gift or a every day use knife ?

If you just need one to use & are not picky about brand / collectability then ....

Look at the Rough Rider Camp Knife with bone scales.

Here is a pic I "found" from the Interwebs
by thestretch71
Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:10 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: Tiny Knives - 1 1/2" or less
Replies: 51
Views: 3923

Re: Tiny Knives - 1 1/2" or less

Here is a little green folder I have on my desk.
It's a bit difficult to open & snaps closed like a tiny pizzed off gator.
by thestretch71
Wed Aug 12, 2020 9:59 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: Mystery Knife Game
Replies: 9626
Views: 329764

Re: Mystery Knife Game

So if it is "Almost" a century old..... your saying 1921
and I'm saying Honk Falls
by thestretch71
Mon Jan 06, 2020 2:36 pm
Forum: Winchester Knife Collector's Forum
Topic: Real Winchester or Not Real ?
Replies: 7
Views: 3495

Re: Real Winchester or Not Real ?

I do appreciate all the info. My concerns about this knife were likely then based on my romanticized version of the the industry. I have always held a bit of belief that the US did not begin to cheapen all manufactured products until after the 1940's Not just knifes but almost everything. Somewhere ...
by thestretch71
Sun Jan 05, 2020 8:32 pm
Forum: Winchester Knife Collector's Forum
Topic: Real Winchester or Not Real ?
Replies: 7
Views: 3495

Real Winchester or Not Real ?

I have come across a old beat up knife that I was going to put on the Bay. However I question just how old it is or if it's really a 1930s Winchester knife. Please review these pictures & chime in with your ideas. It is a thin jack knife with tip bolsters. Brass liners with the center liner cuto...
by thestretch71
Mon Feb 25, 2019 11:31 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: P O S Roundtable 2019
Replies: 278
Views: 51430

Re: P O S Roundtable 2019

Ann (zoogirl) My POS package has arrived from Canada & all I can say is WHOOPEE. Cushion , that is.... as one was graciously include in the group. Another nice bonus was the provided Air Freshener. Well almost nice. I was dumb enough to open it. Now my Office smells like Canada. Salmon Candy, Ch...
by thestretch71
Mon Feb 25, 2019 10:56 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: KNIFE FINDS OF THE DAY
Replies: 13145
Views: 929108

Re: KNIFE FINDS OF THE DAY

Not a knife,but I like knife boxes.It's rough but the first Press Button box I have. I hope that is a very sturdy box. I just came across the first Press Button Knife ever for me & this thing is a beast. The backspring looks like it's about 1/4" thick. Still pops open too !! halfway , anyw...
by thestretch71
Mon Feb 25, 2019 7:52 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: P O S Roundtable 2019
Replies: 278
Views: 51430

Re: P O S Roundtable 2019

Dale I am pleased you can find something of interest and or usable in the Box. Had I drawn another name I would likely not have sent quite that many knives. Your fine reputation as a master mechanic is why I decided to fill the box as much as I could. You just never know when somebody may ask you to...
by thestretch71
Wed Feb 13, 2019 7:41 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: P O S Roundtable 2019
Replies: 278
Views: 51430

Re: P O S Roundtable 2019

OH My
I drew the Orvet

I gotta re-think the whole approach now.

I have a box around here someplace with some knives that could have a chance to live again in the hands of such a master mechanic.

Your package should go out tomorrow morning.


Stretch
by thestretch71
Wed Feb 06, 2019 4:37 pm
Forum: Knife Mechanic's Swap Forum
Topic: Bluegrass Barlow frames wanted
Replies: 1
Views: 2478

Re: Bluegrass Barlow frames wanted

I have one I was saving for the upcoming POS swap.

It has aluminium scales / Bluegrass inside the oval on both of the bolsters
Looks like a 5724 is stamped on 1 blade.
Pretty rough.

Yours if you want it.
by thestretch71
Wed Feb 06, 2019 4:13 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: P O S Roundtable 2019
Replies: 278
Views: 51430

Re: P O S Roundtable 2019

I would also like to be included again this year.

Thanks
Stretch
by thestretch71
Sat Jul 28, 2018 7:42 am
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: Queen Knife
Replies: 3
Views: 546

Re: Queen Knife

Excellent news I am greatly appreciative of answers & expertise. I had poured over the old catalog PDF files & did find the #40 pattern but as an Electrician Knife. Also bdev had one pictured in an old post. I never use any of the books as a real price guide.... Knives from all makers are in...

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