Up for sale is an authentic vintage M. Klein & Sons Chicago U.S.A. "K" code Hawkbill Pruner / Lineman folding pocket knife. Made in the USA, this rugged utility workhorse features a curved carbon steel hawkbill blade, brass liners, nickel silver bolster, textured brown woodgrain Delrin/composition handle scales, and an integrated heavy-duty steel lanyard bail.

​This knife is in great vintage condition as detailed below.

​What’s Included:

​Vintage M. Klein & Sons "K" Hawkbill Knife (Loose knife only)

​Condition Report:

​The Blade: Great vintage shape. The carbon steel hawkbill blade retains full original profile, solid edge, and intact beak/tip with no signs of aggressive grinding. Displays authentic, light carbon patina and age speckling. Tang stamped "K / M. KLEIN & SONS / CHICAGO / MADE IN U.S.A.".

​The Handle & Hardware: Excellent condition. Brown textured woodgrain handle covers are tight with zero cracks or chips. Bolster shows light handling scuffs. Brass liners and steel lanyard bail are solid and tight.

​The Mechanism: Solid, firm backspring action with strong snap on opening and closing and zero side-to-side wobble.

​Specifications:

​Brand: M. Klein & Sons (Chicago, IL)

​Pattern / Model: "K" Hawkbill Pruner / Lineman Knife

​Country of Manufacture: USA

​Knife Type: Single-Blade Hawkbill Slipjoint w/ Bail

​Blade Steel: High-Carbon Steel

​Handle Material: Brown Woodgrain Textured Composition / Delrin

​Closed Length: 4.0 inches (excluding bail)

For Sale By: Dauber Resale

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