Pattern Number Location

[CapnJ]

Recently I was watching an auction on ebay for a couple of 6383 whittlers and both knives were made in 1979. One was in great condition and had the pattern number on one of the small blades. The other was in good condition but obviously used with the pattern number on the large blade like they always are up to that period. I learned that this is not uncommon because Case was transitioning the stamp to the secondary blade during that time. The knife that was in worse condition sold for $5 to $7 higher than the slick knife. So, I just wondered if this is something that is collectable with the preference being for the stamp location on the main blade?

Also, the used knife had scales that were more consistently brown than the new looking knife. The new looking knife had scales that had a more mottled look at either end of the scales. I don't know if that matters either. Anyway I was glad to get the newer looking knife at its sale price.

Anybody have any ideas about this?

Thanks,

Jack

[jerryd6818]

Jack, I know squat about Case knives but I can certainly welcome you to AAPK. Glad to have you aboard. Stick around.