September 10-12, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/12/2024
There is plenty of coverage on the Schrade Cutlery Company 1904-1946 of Walden, New York, pages 116-130 of "Antique American Switchblades". These knives are listed on page 127 as the 4 7/8" singles Model 1543. All have stag handles, steel liners and bolsters and are marked on one side with three patent dates ending with June 6, '16. The other side of blade is stamped Schrade Cutlery Co. One of the three is unusual in that it does not have the sliding lock on left side. CONDITION: Excellent. All have great handles sans any cracks or chips. All the blades show some wear, light pitting and sharpening. PROVENANCE: From a single consignor life long collection. A great many of these knives were obtained from Mark Erikson and many are pictured in his book "Antique American Switchblades" published in 2004.
Blade Length
(All) 3 - 3/4"
Overall Length
(All) 8 - 3/4"