Long Tail "C" Discussion

[Hawke]

I did a search and I will confess I didnt look at all of the results, so if this is out of place Bryan, feel free to delete or move.

I was trying to understand the significance of the "Long Tailed C" on Case knives.

From the case website FAQ:

How can I tell if I have a Genuine Case Collectible?

A Genuine or Authorized Case Collectible is any product that is either marketed by Case or has been approved as a genuine quality collectible. Case has two symbols, the “Long Tail C” serialization and the Genuine Collectible Medallion, that ensure the integrity of a commemorative. Look for one or both of these when adding to your collection to ensure it is a genuine Case knife collectible.

So does this mean the Long Tail C denotes a knife that Case has ID'd as a "collectable item" and/or a "commemorative" design of a previous knife. What do they base this collectable item on I wonder? Just wanted some input from you more experienced members here.
Thx
Hawke

Here is a pic from my site for info that would be this "Long Tailed C" shield and tang stamp Im speaking of.

[Bryan]

Hi Hawke,

I just went over to the Case website and located the FAQ you refferenced. In this case, they must be talking about their new offerings. Case currently markes / stamps the tang and some shields on its regular production knives with the long tailed C as seen on your knife example. I'm not exactly sure what they are referring to as a genuine collectable medalian. My brain is not working all that well right now though, so maybe I will come back and re-read it when I'm feeling smart I guess maybe they are referring to the non long tailed shields that they use sometimes (like on the barn board knives)?

Bryan

[PA Knives]

HEY!

I may be far off in left field on this one, but some older CASE knives had the long tailed C. This was used to mark a period of production. Due to the difference, it was attractive to collectors looking to complete a set with similar stamps. I assume that CASE in its effort to attract new buyers has produce this set now based on that assumption that people will buy a particular style, stamp or unique feature. It obviously works or they would continue to do it. Just my thoughts. Bryan, I would hope to be as smart on these knives as you are on a bad day. As always you continue to do a great job. KEEP IT UP

[Bryan]

PA, You give me too much credit I'm certain that I would fail an easy knife quize given by some of the senior members we have been lucky enough to attract to these forums. I have a LOT to learn, but I keep plugging Thanks for the adda boy.

If this post makes no sense, it's because it's early and I'm tired

Bryan