Questionable Case knife

[Muffinman88]

I’m just getting into knife collecting and I ended up buying this case knife. What concerns me is there is no stamp on the shield. Any input?

[Mumbleypeg]

The knife is fine. Not all shields are stamped. Not gonna say no new Case knives are ever counterfeited but since there’s no money in it, that’s a pretty sure bet.

Welcome to AAPK.

Ken

[1967redrider]

Cool knife and to AAPK!

John

[Muffinman88]

Thanks for the replies! I’ve been beatin around on this forum for about a month and seems like a pretty good community full of knowledgeable people. I have a lot to learn.

[Madmarco]

to AAPK, MM88! It's funny I should come across your post today, all day I've been humming "Do you know the Muffinman" from the first "Jaws" movie! lol!

[BIGHEAD]

I’m just getting into knife collecting and I ended up buying this case knife. What concerns me is there is no stamp on the shield. Any input?

I dont want to be a stick in the mud but. There is ZERO questionable about it. My question is WHY would you buy a knife you question? Second why don’t you do some research as a new collector? (Could save you thousands) also there is a ton free advise here and all (including me) are more than willing to answer any question or give advise.

[Muffinman88]

I hate to “pull the stick out of the mud”. You say there is zero questionable about it. Well to me there was, because of the shield not being stamped. That was me as a “beginner collector” asking a question. I agree with the “do more research” comment, although in my month long (maybe less) time in this hobby/obsession, I did not find anything that says the shield may or may not be stamped. It was literally the first knife (collectible) I’ve bought, of course I have questions about it. I get it that all the old time collectors are probably sick of all the new collectors asking “stupid” questions. Maybe I’m taking your comment in the wrong way, if I am I apologize.

[edge213]

I hate to “pull the stick out of the mud”. You say there is zero questionable about it. Well to me there was, because of the shield not being stamped. That was me as a “beginner collector” asking a question. I agree with the “do more research” comment, although in my month long (maybe less) time in this hobby/obsession, I did not find anything that says the shield may or may not be stamped. It was literally the first knife (collectible) I’ve bought, of course I have questions about it. I get it that all the old time collectors are probably sick of all the new collectors asking “stupid” questions. Maybe I’m taking your comment in the wrong way, if I am I apologize.

There is ABSOLUTELY nothing wrong with your question. We were all new at this at one time.
I didn't really understand Bighead's comment either. He said he is here to answer questions, but gets on you for asking them.
Having said that, I agree with him that you need to do a lot of research on your own to really learn this hobby.
So stick around you will learn a lot on AAPK.
Ps. No matter what anyone says, if you have done this for a long time and purchased hundreds of knives...?.we've all been burnt at least once.

[Muffinman88]

I absolutely agree that I need to do more research, asking questions is my way or researching.I am also way in over my head, but I like to jump in head first, lol. I am in no way trying to demean anyone, I was just defending my position. I look forward to learning from the members of this community.

[Mumbleypeg]

I agree with what David has said. There are no dumb questions, so feel free to ask about anything you have a question about. I took BIGHEAD’s comments to mean, ask before you buy if possible. As he said that “could save you thousands”, that’s the way I understood what he intended (research before you buy).

Since you’re new here, the other important advice he gave is to use the unbelievable amount of information available here. In addition to asking questions, if you haven’t found it yet there is a treasure trove of info accessible by clicking on “Research” in the header up there at the top of this page. Click on it and have a look at what’s there, all of which will be helpful to a new collector. No one would expect you to learn it all, but just knowing where to find answers to things is helpful.

Another helpful thing here is the keyword search function, found by clicking on “Quicklinks” at the upper left. Then scroll down and click on “Search” which will open the keyword search. Type in what you’re looking for, press enter. It will find and display all the posts containing that word. You can also somewhat screen the search results by clicking some of the selection buttons, like “Search topic titles only”. Play with it a little and you’ll soon get good at using it to find information.

But most of all don’t worry about asking questions. We’re happy to help. None of us know it all. But all of us collectively probably do (at least a lot of it anyway).

Ken

[edge213]

I agree with what David has said. There are no dumb questions, so feel free to ask about anything you have a question about. I took BIGHEAD’s comments to mean, ask before you buy if possible. As he said “That could save you thousands”, that’s the way I understood what he intended.

Since you’re new here, the other important advice he gave is to use the unbelievable amount of information available here. In addition to asking questions, if you haven’t found it yet there is a treasure trove of info accessible by clicking on “Research” in the header up there at the top of this page. Click on it and have a look at what’s there, all of which will be helpful to a new collector. No one would expect you to learn it all, but just knowing where to find answers to things is helpful.

The other helpful thing here is the keyword search function, found by clicking on “Quicklinks” at the upper left. Scroll down and click on “Search” which will open the keyword search. Type in what you’re looking for, press enter. It will find and display all the posts containing that word. You can also somewhat screen the search results by clicking some of the selection buttons, like “Search topic titles only”. Play with it a little and you’ll soon get good at using it to find information.

But most of all don’t worry about asking questions. We’re happy to help. None of us know it all. But all of us probably do (at least a lot of it anyway).

Ken

Good post Ken.
I've been a "knife guy" since I was about 6 years old. I'm now 59.
I've been a "collector " for about 20 years. But my knowledge grew extensively when I joined AAPK.
I have gone back and looked at some of my early posts and thought to myself....was I really that dumb???

[QTCut5]

Excellent advice, Ken. I would also add that you really don't need to worry too much about modern (1980s & newer) Case knives being counterfeit. Generally, there are hundreds if not thousands of every modern pattern Case produces and they're not worth enough $$ for a forger to trouble with. As far as Case knives being faked, the ones you really need to be careful about are the older ones, especially those claiming to be from the "Tested era" (1920-1940).

Final suggestion from a long-time collector to a beginning collector: collect/accumulate the knives you like, the ones that "speak" to you for whatever reason. In my experience, too much concern over the monetary "value" of a knife (especially if you're thinking of trying to make a profit and are only focused on the potential resale value) will suck all the joy right out of this hobby.

If it ain't fun, you ain't doin' it right, IMHO. So, above all, have fun!

[BIGHEAD]

I agree with what David has said. There are no dumb questions, so feel free to ask about anything you have a question about. I took BIGHEAD’s comments to mean, ask before you buy if possible. As he said that “could save you thousands”, that’s the way I understood what he intended (research before you buy).

Since you’re new here, the other important advice he gave is to use the unbelievable amount of information available here. In addition to asking questions, if you haven’t found it yet there is a treasure trove of info accessible by clicking on “Research” in the header up there at the top of this page. Click on it and have a look at what’s there, all of which will be helpful to a new collector. No one would expect you to learn it all, but just knowing where to find answers to things is helpful.

Another helpful thing here is the keyword search function, found by clicking on “Quicklinks” at the upper left. Then scroll down and click on “Search” which will open the keyword search. Type in what you’re looking for, press enter. It will find and display all the posts containing that word. You can also somewhat screen the search results by clicking some of the selection buttons, like “Search topic titles only”. Play with it a little and you’ll soon get good at using it to find information.

But most of all don’t worry about asking questions. We’re happy to help. None of us know it all. But all of us collectively probably do (at least a lot of it anyway).

Ken

Yes Ken no offense intended but why buy a knife you question? If you question its authenticity ask before you buy. Is all I am saying. I want to helpnovice collector’s all I can but damage is done if you already bought it.

[Mumbleypeg]

I’ve been at this collecting hobby for a looooong time. I’ve bought a few before only to get to looking at them afterward and starting to wonder “Lordy what did I do?!” And that happened after I should know better.

No doubt studying and asking questions before buying is the best practice. I’m not always that disciplined. Sometimes lessons learned are hard ones. Thankfully the OP wasn’t hurt.

Ken

[Muffinman88]

Thanks for all the great replies! I hope to learn a lot from this forum. Seems like there are some great people who have great advice.