Knife Value Guides

[Tek-Chief]

Greetings, I’m looking for some reputable places to get ball park values on a large collection of knives that I inherited from my step-father. I didn’t want anything from the POS but I guess my mom had them stashed away and I found them when she passed away two years ago. They’ve been sitting in the case they are in untouched for 40+ years. He had a list of what he was collecting and I just went through the set and verified what was actually there. There are quite a few items he didn’t get listed apparently. I’m not a collector myself (at least not of pocket knives). I’m looking for some sources to do some research before I go out and have the set appraised. If I can come up with the ballpark number I’ll know if I’m getting hosed for not knowing the history of what is there.

Thank you.

[Mumbleypeg]

Recommend you start by reading this thread: viewtopic.php?t=77592
In the posts there you'll find some very good advice, including using ebay sold listings for a source of values. That is the best current source.

Regarding getting an appraisal there are several reputable members here who provide that service.

Ken

[Tek-Chief]

Thank you Ken, I’ve been searching around this site for several of the items. I’m getting frequent not founds. I haven’t started in on eBay yet. I’m reading the thread you suggested next.

[1967redrider]

eBay completed listing search is the best price guide. Where and how do you plan on selling? You can always open a store here as well. to AAPK!

John

[bestgear]

eBay completed listing search is the best price guide. Where and how do you plan on selling? You can always open a store here as well. to AAPK!

John

ditto except not just completed but SOLD listings - this will give you the best ballpark information on current market values.