Case xx Rough black knives
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Decided I will start to create an Mint xx/tested era collection, rough black scales. Prefer mint knives but I know there are several patterns that are extremely hard to find due to the work horse aspect of the rough black handled knives, I assume these were heavily used due to the cheaper price.
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You probably already know there are some good XX examples listed on eBay at present. The one's that I happened to see are desirable patterns so likely will get bid up.
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I also like the Case rough black handled knives. I always heard rough black was used at Case for handle material during the WW2 time period because of the scarcity of bone. I've wondered about that story since rubber was scarce at that time also. I'm not sure if knives produced with it were any cheaper at the time.XxTestedxX wrote:Decided I will start to create an Mint xx/tested era collection, rough black scales. Prefer mint knives but I know there are several patterns that are extremely hard to find due to the work horse aspect of the rough black handled knives, I assume these were heavily used due to the cheaper price.
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BTW some of the Case old-timers called it "gum-fuddy".
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Mumbleypeg wrote:I also like the Case rough black handled knives. I always heard rough black was used at Case for handle material during the WW2 time period because of the scarcity of bone. I've wondered about that story since rubber was scarce at that time also. I'm not sure if knives produced with it were any cheaper at the time.XxTestedxX wrote:Decided I will start to create an Mint xx/tested era collection, rough black scales. Prefer mint knives but I know there are several patterns that are extremely hard to find due to the work horse aspect of the rough black handled knives, I assume these were heavily used due to the cheaper price.
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BTW some of the Case old-timers called it "gum-fuddy".
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I appreciate the info! Those are some cool facts about them! Still don't own any. Just recently started liking them, I had a few in the past but they never did much for me
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I have also heard it called 'black gum' and you say that fast, kinda like it is one word.Mumbleypeg wrote:I also like the Case rough black handled knives. I always heard rough black was used at Case for handle material during the WW2 time period because of the scarcity of bone. I've wondered about that story since rubber was scarce at that time also. I'm not sure if knives produced with it were any cheaper at the time.XxTestedxX wrote:Decided I will start to create an Mint xx/tested era collection, rough black scales. Prefer mint knives but I know there are several patterns that are extremely hard to find due to the work horse aspect of the rough black handled knives, I assume these were heavily used due to the cheaper price.
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BTW some of the Case old-timers called it "gum-fuddy".
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First time I heard the term gum-fuddy was from Bob Farquharson, probably 15 or so years ago at least. I had shown him a couple of rough black knives from my pile and said something about wishing Case still made them. Bob was retired from Case at the time and had moved to North Texas (near Henrietta) after he retired. When I showed him the knives he chuckled and said "gum-fuddy!" As I recall, he said everyone at Case hated the stuff. Then about 5 years ago they re-introduced it but I think Bob had passed away by then.Paladin wrote:
I have also heard it called 'black gum' and you say that fast, kinda like it is one word.
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Sorry XXTestedXX, didn't mean to hijack your want ad. Hope you find someone that has some they're willing to part with.
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Still on the hunt!
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Still looking for more, would really like a 6375. regular and long pull. Looking for fair market pricing.
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Looking for black 47/rats
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Still after a few more!
thanks
thanks
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Still after a few more!
thanks
thanks
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I have a TESTED baby coke bottle. Have some others I will sift through and see what I have and what I am willing to let go.
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looking forward to seeing themzp4ja wrote:I have a TESTED baby coke bottle. Have some others I will sift through and see what I have and what I am willing to let go.
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looking forward to seeing themzp4ja wrote:I have a TESTED baby coke bottle. Have some others I will sift through and see what I have and what I am willing to let go.
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Thanks,just bob wrote:http://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/kni ... 60005.html
I did end up buying this
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would like to find a mint/near mint rough black scout and one arm razor knife.
also let me know what yall got, strickly sticking to mint/near mint knives. (not being prude, just trying to make this set precise)
also let me know what yall got, strickly sticking to mint/near mint knives. (not being prude, just trying to make this set precise)
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Still at it!
anyone have any to trade or sell?
anyone have any to trade or sell?
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bump bump
still on the hunt.
still on the hunt.
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someones holding out on me lol
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I just turned up a Case XX 6233 in very nice, unused condition with a few carbon spots. PM me if interested.XxTestedxX wrote:someones holding out on me lol
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