More elusive 8OT's

[Mustanger]

Here's a couple SFO 8OT's with jig bone handle. The red one has a triple zero prototype serial #. I believe that this is the first Schrade I've seen that has an etched shield.

I didn't think of it until I took another look at that red bone knife, but it has the same red bone as this knife I have and it looks to have the same shield. Or in my case an engraving plate. Is that etched shield extra thick and protruding from the bone. The one on my knife is. It's just interesting to me to see those similarities since I haven't before.

[deltaboy]

Here's a couple SFO 8OT's with jig bone handle. The red one has a triple zero prototype serial #. I believe that this is the first Schrade I've seen that has an etched shield.

I didn't think of it until I took another look at that red bone knife, but it has the same red bone as this knife I have and it looks to have the same shield. Or in my case an engraving plate. Is that etched shield extra thick and protruding from the bone. The one on my knife is. It's just interesting to me to see those similarities since I haven't before.

I got one with black scales and brass ends and the shield is brass also!.

[dweb1897]

Here's a couple SFO 8OT's with jig bone handle. The red one has a triple zero prototype serial #. I believe that this is the first Schrade I've seen that has an etched shield.

I didn't think of it until I took another look at that red bone knife, but it has the same red bone as this knife I have and it looks to have the same shield. Or in my case an engraving plate. Is that etched shield extra thick and protruding from the bone. The one on my knife is. It's just interesting to me to see those similarities since I haven't before.

Mustanger, The shield on mine sets just flush with the jigging. I sure like that one of yours, I've got a soft spot for the turkish clip.
This 823 just showed up in the mail. I think it will probably clean up pretty good.

[Mustanger]

Mustanger, The shield on mine sets just flush with the jigging. I sure like that one of yours, I've got a soft spot for the turkish clip.
This 823 just showed up in the mail. I think it will probably clean up pretty good.SW 823 PROPWOOD.jpg

I actually mis-remembered how that shield sets in the handle of my knife. I do that a lot these days. As you can see in the picture it gives the appearance of riding high because of the rounded edge. I felt silly after posting that. I guess your red stockman didn't sell? I was watching it and wanted to buy it but too many other priority knives came up for sale. I thought your stockman would be a nice companion for my slenderino. I almost bid on the 823 too. Too many nice knives and not enough money. I'm glad you got it. That is a great addition to your slenderino collection. That is the only one I remember seeing for sale. It might be a long, long time before I see another one since they were only cataloged from 1953 to 1958. I hope you post another picture of the 823 when you get done rubbing on it. I wondered how far I would go to clean up those blades if I did buy it. You do some nice work on blades. It looks like you may have started on it already since it looks better in your picture.

[deltaboy]

Thanks it is amazing how much knowledge we had here!

[cody6268]

Here's a couple SFO 8OT's with jig bone handle. The red one has a triple zero prototype serial #. I believe that this is the first Schrade I've seen that has an etched shield.

As a Farmall nut, that first one is a really neat piece. The term "White Demo" refers to the fact that many of the tractors IH used for demonstration purposes were painted white.

[deltaboy]

The search continues

[TonySal]

I have an 8OT, unfortunately post 2004....
But I like it and my 34OT too...
Maybe Ill pick up a US one someday.....

[deltaboy]

I have an 8OT, unfortunately post 2004....
But I like it and my 34OT too...
Maybe Ill pick up a US one someday.....

Search here a the stores and on the bay!.

[deltaboy]

And the Search continues!

[tongueriver]

The knice mailman brought me a 1959/60 yesterday afternoon. I haven't decided whether to carry it or not; I do have another safe queen. This one has some faint pitting streaks; looks like a little water sat inside for a bit a long time ago on just one side. Otherwise, it is clearly UNUSED.

[gsmith7158]

That one is pretty special Cal!

[kootenay joe]

Calvin that is a very special 8OT. It is the best example of an early bone 8OT i have seen. The others did not show the saw cut marks which i think are easily worn off with just a little pocket time.
The red handled knife at top of page does not look like a USA Schrade to me.
kj

[thawk]

Cal just where did you find that elusive 8OT? Nice find.

[deltaboy]

Nice find

[ea42]

Beautiful knife Cal!! I haven't been able to find one in that shape in ten years of searching!!

Eric

[gmichael]

She is a beauty!! My blade was about 95percent..looked like it sat in a damp basement for years..but semt it to get polished..as I felt it deserved a day at the spa and to be toted as intended. Enjoy your 80T.

[KnifeSlinger#81]

The knice mailman brought me a 1959/60 yesterday afternoon. I haven't decided whether to carry it or not; I do have another safe queen. This one has some faint pitting streaks; looks like a little water sat inside for a bit a long time ago on just one side. Otherwise, it is clearly UNUSED.
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Now there's a good one.

[upnorth]

I have this one - bought it in Pennsylvania 2-3 years ago.

[jxr1197]

8OT-GB

[Mustanger]

Here's an 8OT made for Keen Kutter commemorating the Spirit of St. Louis.
S.W. CUT. K74

[tongueriver]

Somehow I have it in my head (perhaps wrongly) that Imperial Schrade owned the Keen Kutter trademark at the time that this knife was made. Anybody know? I have one of the Spirit of St. Louis knives also. It is available.

[deltaboy]

And the Search continues

[deltaboy]

Got an Abused one and cleaned it up as a user!