Case Knife Info

tcallen · Post by **tcallen** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 2:53 pm

I would appreciate any and all information on this recent gem of a Case knife I have acquired. By the tang stamp I beleive it to be 1920-1940 vintage which is almost unbelievable as it is in such great condition. I can not find any info on the pattern. Is this green bone handles? I have included a photo with it next to a 4 1/4" trapper for size reference. Thanks to all who reply.

basser5 · Post by **basser5** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 3:12 pm

I believe your knife is a Case tested 6294J. If its original ,it's quite valuable. Others will be along with more info I'm sure.

Tim

knifeaholic · Post by **knifeaholic** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 3:56 pm

Tim is correct, a Case Tested 6294J, 1920's to 1930's era. That looks like one of the nicest examples of that pattern that I have ever seen.

If you are interested in selling it, PM me.

Steve

deanmm56 · Post by **deanmm56** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 4:15 pm

Pocket knife trader's guide vol. 8 shows the value in mint condition to be 3250.00
A very nice knife indeed, even though it is not mint, it is still a valuable knife.

Good find !!!!

robinetn · Post by **robinetn** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 5:14 pm

deanmm56 wrote:Pocket knife trader's guide vol. 8 shows the value in mint condition to be 3250.00
A very nice knife indeed, even though it is not mint, it is still a valuable knife.

Good find !!!!

Who says that we are not in a recession --- vol. 9 has it listed in mint for $2750 !!

Knife Nut · Post by **Knife Nut** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 5:44 pm

That's a knife I would love to check under magnification.
May have original factory edge.
Again, sure would like to look at it up close.
From photo looks original!

Paul

just in case · Post by **just in case** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 6:10 pm

Sweet knife

buckeyefan · Post by **buckeyefan** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 6:39 pm

to AAPK tcallen

The knife is called a "Big Cigar" pattern, it should be 4 1/4 closed. Very nice knife you have there!

Marty

buck16 · Post by **buck16** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 6:53 pm

I agree with Just in Case. You are very lucky!

Paladin · Post by **Paladin** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 9:50 pm

Please, PLEASE don't tell us it was a garage sale or flea market find

BIGHEAD · Post by **BIGHEAD** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 2:04 am

Great looking old knife. As many others have stated very valuable and desirable especially in that condition

gmusic · Post by **gmusic** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 2:27 am

Good lord man, where are you shoppin!

tcallen · Post by **tcallen** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 2:25 pm

This is one of those once in a lifetime finds. It involved mostly luck as I didn't have any idea of the knifes age or value. It was a nice USA made knife in excellent condition with larger blades. I carry and use a knife for many things including cutting fruits and veggies at work or camping so I liked the blade size. I haggled a little bit then bought it. I have not nor will I clean it. I'm sure it will polish to new condition. The edge is virgin and sharp. I somewhat collect knives but this one is way out of my league so I guess I'll sell it. Thanks to all the forum members who provided the information.

Paladin · Post by **Paladin** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 2:38 pm

I wouldn't cut any more fruit or veggies with it if I were you. the stain will be permanent and lower the value.
Great find, great knife.

gary · Post by **gary** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 2:41 pm

Nice find, a great knife. Let the new owner decide what to do with it, any attempt to clean it to get more will only lower the value. Stick around if you like knives, this is a great place to learn, and I'm sure someone here would love to take it off your hands.

buckeyefan · Post by **buckeyefan** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 4:35 pm

"I'm sure someone here would love to take it off your hands."

I second that.

tcallen, Maybe you could auction it off here at AAPK?

Marty

Owd Wullie · Post by **Owd Wullie** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 5:48 pm

I usually ain't much on Case knives, but I sure like that darlin'.

I'd oil the blades and put that puppy up just like it is.

just in case · Post by **just in case** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 6:12 pm

I'd like to oil her blades.

MrBlister · Post by **MrBlister** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 9:59 pm

TC..... where and how would you attempt to sell it..
I'd be interested in it...
regards

tcallen · Post by **tcallen** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 11:34 pm

Everyone on this site has been great. So I'm going to Auction it at this site. Thanks to all for their interest and guidence.

upnorth · Post by **upnorth** » Sat Jan 15, 2011 11:55 pm

tcallen wrote:Everyone on this site has been great. So I'm going to Auction it at this site. Thanks to all for their interest and guidance.

That's great Tim!!
Let us know when!!

just in case · Post by **just in case** » Sun Jan 16, 2011 12:08 am

SWEEEEEEEEEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

THATS SO COOL !

tcallen · Post by **tcallen** » Sun Jan 16, 2011 10:51 am

It has been placed on the AAPK auction site.

upnorth · Post by **upnorth** » Sun Jan 16, 2011 1:02 pm

tcallen wrote:It has been placed on the AAPK auction site.

I can't find it. Can someone please post a link??

basser5 · Post by **basser5** » Sun Jan 16, 2011 1:07 pm

http://www.knife-auction.com/

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