Although case has had some stumbles near the end of the century, they are still the most collected knife brand in traditional pocket knives. If a person were to take a time machine to sheffield england in the midlate 19th century, buy a bunch of ordinary, common knives from then and bring them back to the present, those knives would be worth a pretty penny. Paid members receive a quarterly magazine and a host of exclusive benefits including event reminders, access to our online forum, and limited production knife offerings. Case xx knives has evolved more than just a knife manufacturing company.
We hope to help fuel your passion for knife collecting by providing inside information on new products soon to hit the market, case history, and consumer events through our official publication, the. Its an historical and well documented explanation of how and where case knives values are supported and why. The sides were stiched with heavy duty white cotton and reenforced with metal rivets applied at regular intervals. Knife appraisals or evaluations are free to our customers. In addition to offering historical and personal information on an important american company, kinfolks, we have added several new books to our arsenal, including a thrilling young adult ages 899 series and a historical novel. Its first plants were at the eagle knife company in new haven, connecticut, and the napanoch knife company in napanoch, new york. Yep i will add it as soon as i can detach knife without damaging it. Case pocket knives up for sale in the aapk member store when you get finished with the knife value guides.
Vintage pocket knives and folding knives collectors weekly. Thus market has grown and expanded beyond anyones imagination. Case cutlery established the collectible pocket knife market in the 1970s. This was not as popular with collectors, so case changed back to the dot dating system in the middle of 1993. Back in 1889, four brothers dared to make their own knives and sold them out of a wagon while traveling through small villages in new york. If you are a regular seller of knives, you definitely need to check out. From the early pocket knife eras that were tang stamped case brothers, w. History of the winchester knife gone outdoors your. Early versions of the scabbard were made of brown leather. Vintage case xx axe and knife combo collectors weekly. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. Kinfolks knives for collectors dean case dean case knife.
The case brothersbegan selling handcrafted knives from the back of a wagon in upstate new york. Written by case descendant and awardwinning author brad lockwood, this hardcover, 304 page book is a musthave for all case knife fans. We also have an m3 knife made by the boker company, and the utica company in the collection. The case cutlery dynasty the extraordinary story of americas oldest and largest family of knife makers, who created some of the most collected knives in the world. The 15th edition includes fullyupdated prices, 50 pages of new listings, 100 new blackandwhite photographs, and for the first time, an eightpage fullcolor insert. The company originated in little valley, new york, around the turn of the 20th century, before relocating to its current home, bradford, pennsylvania, in 1905. Although case has had some stumbles near the end of the century, they are still the most collected knife brand in traditional pocket. The differences are the lightning form of the letter s in case and usa and the fact that the dots were put above the usa.
Case knife outlet, exclusive dealer of case knives. From the editors of blade magazine this book is not a price guide to thumb through to check on a patterns value. Buy case xx knives online including limited editions at case knife outlet pocketknives, hunting knives, collector and commemorative knives, kitchen cutlery, gift sets and accessories. The example i have is the combo with a walnut handle. Selling to a private individual unless the knife is long out of production and rare expect 75% of what new sells for not necessarily 75% of retail. Get the best deals on case knife price guide when you shop the largest online. Buying or selling without iguide could be hazardous to your wealth. We continue to raise the value of membership by offering exclusive. Using only high quality materials, every case xx knife displays durability and personality. Imperial knives was a manufacturer of affordable american folding knives founded in rhode island in 1916. These are pretty collectable pieces from what i was able to find at aapk. The case knife price guide lists prices for utility knives made from 1920 to 2005, and the case classic knife price guide lists prices for collectors models produced from 1990 to 2005.
From 1990 to mid1993, the actual date was stamped on the tang. Beginning the the early part of the last century, case knives were the yardstick all other cutlery was measured. Eagle was known for its modern production techniques and mass assembly lines, while napanoch was more. This is a great book for collectors, at all levels, of case knives. The case knife price guide has three search options. Chartered in 1981, the case collectors club is a premier association for case knife collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. We do purchase collections of rare vintage knives, you can find info about selling us your knives here. The quality of the blade is very high and hence very reliable. In 1889 the case brothers began making knives and selling them along a wagon trail in upstate new york. Hello, offers an appraisal, evaluation, rating, valuation, estimate, history, general information, approximate value or assessment service of your knife or knife collection for either personal use or your insurance company.
M3 trench knife the fighting knife antique outings. If a knife is replaced, the owner does not receive the original knife back. The history of the barlow knife has been difficult to trace. We continue to raise the value of membership by offering exclusive, limited knife promotions, unique collectables, and other branded merchandise. Levines guide to knives and their values by bernard levine is a good starting point, big book of pocket knives. From the middle of 1993 to 1999, case returned to the dot system that was used in the 70s and 80s. Case also has a long and storied history with 125 years of knives, meaning youll. Identify imperial knives produced under the hammer brand by the tang stamp that bears the name as well as the image of a muscled. This book is a must have for the collector, reseller, or anybody interested in the history of case knives. Searchable appraisal guide to current market values for pocket knives. By the 1940s, imperial knives became the imperial knife associated companies group when the company acquired schrade cutlery.
Johnson 1 the barlow knife was probably first manufactured by obadiah barlow at sheffield, england, around 1670. Case stretches to the far corners of the earth to find the finest natural handle materials available. Astronauts knife baby butterbean backpocket barlow beast5 blade trapper bowie canoe cattle knife cheetah. The company traces its roots back to 1889, when the case brothers began making knives and selling them along a wagon trail in upstate new york. We strive for unparalleled customer service and quality, handcrafted knives worthy to be labeled made in the usa. There are a number of books dedicated to collecting knives. Case xx knives warranty information knife country, usa. Books about case knife collecting knifetalk forums. At least four american barlow families have claimed that they invented the barlow knife. Their oneofakind tang stamp dating system hasnt changed since the 1800s, making case knives some of the most collectible on the market. Keep in mind that knives covered under the warranty that cannot be repaired are replaced. History, lore, material descriptions, pattern descriptions with histories and variants are all. Of course, dean elliott case s definitive history of kinfolks cutlery is still available and getting great praise. Feb, 2014 bestseller books online collecting case knives.
Identification and price guide, a book by steve pfeiffer. Knives produced between 1916 and 1920 bore tang stamps that read imperial knife co. But folding knives predate the blades made by either of these venerable companies. Its already paid for itself by helping me to identify the tiny. Blue scroll pieces, 75th anniversary pieces and 10 dot case knives can all be found right here. Want to learn more about knife values or knife history. Case cutlery still makes an outstanding product in bradford, pa. Every single knife coming out of case s factory today will be worth something 100 years from now if it is still in good shape. Identification and value guide by jim sargent maybe the best for case knives goins encyclopedia of cutlery markings by john goin this is the best book to give history and general knife info. Of course, dean elliott cases definitive history of kinfolks cutlery is still available and getting great praise. Feast your eyes on the craftsmanship and quality that is synonymous with case pocket knives with this oneofakind guide. Check out more info on our knifepurchasing services here. How to start and build a case knife collection knife depot. The winchester arms company, manufacturer of the famous winchester rifles, expanded into producing knives in 1919.
Case and sons, or case tested to the modern case xx and case xx usa eras, the collectors guide attempts to provide as much data as possible on every case brand folding knife available. Information available on knifedb this site provides information on thousands of case xx pocket knives for collectors. Case pocket knives are easy to carry and can fit in even a small pocket. Vintage case knives found in this category were produced in the year or prior to the year 2000. The official price guide to collector knives is designed for all collectors, from novice to expert, and presents information about the hobby, its history, and value identifications. Our roots extend back to 1889, when four enterprising brotherswilliam russell w. Case knives case stockman knives knives at knife center. Case collectors club since 1981, the case collectors club has pledged to be the premier association for knife collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. New listing 2012 knives and swords a visual history book by chris mcnab. Few american knife makers can match the colorful history of w. The only fullcolor price guide devoted solely to case pocket knives, this book features nearly 1,000 photos, current values for hundreds of pocket knives from 1920 to today, and detailed information about methods for creating knives, quirks of the pattern numbering systems, tang stamps, types of blade steels, and knife shields. Others collect certain blade stampings such as case tested, case xx, old remington, new. Oct 15, 2009 new on the scene,steve pfeiffers collecting case knives identification and price guide.
If youre looking to add to your antique knife collection, or simply want to start one, make it happen with smoky mountain knife works. Case knives have been the most collected and appreciated traditional knife since the early 1900s. New items have been added in the last 14 days new items have been added in the last 15 30 days. Before venturing into a handle material, you may want to consider your price. Sell knife collection to top case knife collections buyer. Search over 3 million price reports spanning art, antiques, coins, collectibles, memorabilia, and other tangible assets of value. Case knives still remain the most treasured and sought after by users and collectors alike. Every single knife coming out of cases factory today will be worth something 100 years from now if it is still in good shape. The only fullcolor book focused solely on the work of w. Now, 125 years later, the company that bears their name continues crafting highquality knives that captivate people from all over the world. Since case xx knives include lifetime warranty coverage, the company cares whether the knife in question has sentimental or collectible value. Beginning in 1990, case replaced the dating system with a stamp that imprinted the actual date on the knife tang. We all remember our first folding knife or pocket knife, whether it was a swiss army multipurpose monster, complete with toothpick and tweezers, or a slender singleblade antlerhandled case.
Case is dedicated to making the everyday tool into a valuable treasure for discerning men and women who want more than just a knife. Case copperlock collectible knives are automatic, opening by pushing the shield on the side of the knife. In 1943 many soldiers got a brand new shinny present called the m3 fighting knife or as it was commonly called the m3 trench knife the original purpose of the m3 trench knife was to equip soldiers with a close combat weapon who were not equipped with a bayonet. The only significant pocket knife maker surviving from the early 1900s. The jack knife, a derivation of an antique knife invented by a. Wr case xx knife price guide all about pocket knives. New on the scene,steve pfeiffers collecting case knives identification and price guide. Knife collecting is a hobby which includes seeking, locating, acquiring, organizing, cataloging. We can also research your cutlery for historical, age and patent information.
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