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 126 as the 4 1/4" singles Model 1553. 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. All have the sliding lock on left side. All open and lock correctly. All have the lanyard ring. CONDITON: Excellent. All the handles are chip and crack free. Two blades show some light 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 - 1/8"
Overall Length
(All) 7 - 3/8"