case bradford

[volsdad0110]

Is this knife real and if it is is it really pre 1920 and what kind of handles is this.

[knifeaholic]

Junk

Made out of an early Imperial or Colonial most likely.

[rigwelder]

Looks like it could be a frankenknife? the blade resembles a w.r.case & sons blade. But that frame isnt right for sure. It should have a true cokebottle frame.

[edgy46]

Not an expert on anything, but the stamp looks genuine. The blade has been resurfaced. and the tang looks unusually short. A jig grinder could resurface the blade, and cut into the tang to efectvely lengthen the blade. The short tang could also be part of hiding a welded blade, This one would be hard to sell at a knife show where the buyer can coon finger and chicken eye the offerings. The shape of the frame says Colonial to me. jmo

[rigwelder]

Yeah i think the blade is good,, but probably was embellished to look better.
But it dang sure doesnt go with that frame.
I messaged the seller days ago. He actually agreed that it wasnt correct.
But he must not care. Its allready up to $190.00