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VINTAGE RARE HUNTING KNIFE USA SCHRADE 491 CRAFTSMAN OLD 70s GOLD CRINKLE w Case
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VINTAGE RARE HUNTING KNIFE USA SCHRADE 491 CRAFTSMAN OLD 70s GOLD CRINKLE w Case
Price: US $210.50


WELCOME:

For your consideration: A beautiful older Schrade 491 style \"CRAFTSMAN U.S.A.\" hunting /skinning knife. This popular Staglon handle Bowie was manufactured by the SCHRADE COMPANY of the United States.

\"The Schrade Company closed it\'s doors in 2004, after 100 years of production. Owning aSchradeUSAmade knife, is like holding onto a piece of Schrade history.\" These original USA, quality American-made knives are becoming very collectible.

This 491-style hunting knife has a beautiful Staglon handle that is easy to grip. Each end of the stag/antler-like handle has embossed brass fittings with an amazing \"gold rush crinkle\" texture, (this was a tribute to the 1849 California Gold Rush.)

I believe that these Schrade 491-type clip point knives were introduced during the 1970\'s era. The Schrade 491 Staglon handle knives quickly became a desirable fixed blade to own and carry. These popular small Bowie knives were also sold under other company names such as \"Craftsman U.S.A.\" They were made to last and offer many years of dependable service. overall length is: 8 7/8\"

The blade measures: 4 blade is stamped:

CRAFTSMAN

U.S.A.

BLADE:

The upswept clip-point style blade is constructed of a high grade of steel, known for its strength. The reflective knife blade has light surface scratches, and some patina or tiny age specks. Also, the Schrade made knife has been re-sharpened, and shows honing marks. The blade is still bright and appears full, and has a nice false top edge (which could be sharpened if desired).

Some advantages for this style of blade is that it is good for piercing, with plenty of cutting edge (the belly) for slicing. Also, the blade style can be very sharp with more control when using a clip point design.

The bright steel blade is a hefty 1/8\" thick and 1\" across at it\'s widest area. The overall blade length is a little over 4 1/2\" long. The blade has been used but appears full with no edge nicks.

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The beautiful stag-like handle captures the look and feel of real antler, but is made ofSchrade Staglon which is a quality synthetic material \"known to be chip proof, flame retardant, and virtually indestructible\" (as stated in the original papers that come with this type of knife, but papers are not included with this sale).

The well made handle has finger grooves for a firm, yet comfortable grip. There are secure brown, black, and white composition spacers near the brass guard. The handle has factory grooves with natural looking varied color tones. The Staglon handle is in exceptionally good condition, and has NO chips or cracks.

The secure 1 1/2\" long brass finger guard, and the brass butt cap have a unique \"gold rush\" embossed finish. The finger guard is 1/2\" wide with the desirable \"gold rush crinkle\" which adds to the uniqueness of this vintage knife. The tight brass end cap is shiny, but has a few minor indention\'s and short light scratches.


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SHEATH:

The companion GENUINE LEATHER sheath (or case) has a working snap strap, belt loop, 4 secure rivets. This Schrade heavy-duty sheath also has great intact stitching, and it fits the fixed blade knife like a glove. The old brown leather sheath shows normal wear and usage, and discoloring from handling. For it\'s age, the Schrade case is in great condition and compliments the knife well.

This rectangular folded, belt sheath was sewn and riveted from top grain cowhide, with very secure closure snaps and this quality, American made knife feels heavy, well balanced, and secure when held in your hand.

Theold knife has a lotof character and vintage appeal....with that \"patina of time\"appearance not yet achieved with newer knives.


This Schrade made 491 \"CRAFTSMAN U.S.A.\" hunting knife,will make a welcomed addition for the collector or outdoorsman in your family!



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