Match Strike Pulls?
Match Strike Pulls?
Hello,
I'm new to the forum. Very appreciative to find a spot for Western collectors. I've read through the majority of the posts and have learned a lot. Also have learned that Western, just did things their way, which might be the answer to my question. Does anyone know why and when certain knives received match strike pulls while others didn't? The 742 and the 062 in this pic are both Boulder - Made in the USA - stamped. I know that these patterns of similar or same vintage are in my opinion more commonly found with regular pulls. What's the deal?
I'm new to the forum. Very appreciative to find a spot for Western collectors. I've read through the majority of the posts and have learned a lot. Also have learned that Western, just did things their way, which might be the answer to my question. Does anyone know why and when certain knives received match strike pulls while others didn't? The 742 and the 062 in this pic are both Boulder - Made in the USA - stamped. I know that these patterns of similar or same vintage are in my opinion more commonly found with regular pulls. What's the deal?
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Welcome to AAPK. Glad to have you aboard.
I have no Western knowledge, but there a couple of guys here that do. You posted in the proper forum so they are very likely to see your post. Just a WAG but you probably already answered your own question. Western just did what they did with no rhyme or reason.
I have no Western knowledge, but there a couple of guys here that do. You posted in the proper forum so they are very likely to see your post. Just a WAG but you probably already answered your own question. Western just did what they did with no rhyme or reason.
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Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
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Welcome!
Sorry I can't help with any info, but I will say I really like that center knife!
Sorry I can't help with any info, but I will say I really like that center knife!
Take care and God bless,
Steve
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1980-2000
But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
Steve
TSgt USAF, Retired
1980-2000
But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
Re: Match Strike Pulls?
Thank you sir!jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 27, 2020 9:43 pm Welcome to AAPK. Glad to have you aboard.
I have no Western knowledge, but there a couple of guys here that do. You posted in the proper forum so they are very likely to see your post. Just a WAG but you probably already answered your own question. Western just did what they did with no rhyme or reason.
Re: Match Strike Pulls?
Thanks. That is the 742 in bone. My first Western and the eye opener to not only the quality of these knives, but the steel is exceptional.Steve Warden wrote: ↑Fri Mar 27, 2020 9:47 pm Welcome!
Sorry I can't help with any info, but I will say I really like that center knife!
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You don't have to call me sir. I was enlisted.Replicant wrote: ↑Sat Mar 28, 2020 5:16 pmThank you sir!jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 27, 2020 9:43 pm Welcome to AAPK. Glad to have you aboard.
I have no Western knowledge, but there a couple of guys here that do. You posted in the proper forum so they are very likely to see your post. Just a WAG but you probably already answered your own question. Western just did what they did with no rhyme or reason.
Forged on the anvil of discipline.
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
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Welcome to AAPK!
Like others I’m no expert especially on Western cutlery, but glad you’re here. My only thought is that they did what other companies did, which is appeal to customers. Try something different, see if it sells. If not, or after you’ve saturated the market for it, try something else.
Ken
Like others I’m no expert especially on Western cutlery, but glad you’re here. My only thought is that they did what other companies did, which is appeal to customers. Try something different, see if it sells. If not, or after you’ve saturated the market for it, try something else.
Ken
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Re: Match Strike Pulls?
Good question, but I don't have the answer either, I too have two Western Boulder made , one with match strike and one plain pull. Maybe "zz" will join in, he is a Western expert. Terry
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That's a perfect comparison. Thanks for posting. Now I'm wondering if it was truly random or maybe the knives or blades were contract? Just not enough history on these unfortunately.