LOT OF 3: PRESSBUTTON DOUBLE AND SINGLE BLADE AUTOMATIC KNIVES.

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/12/2024

All are marked by Press Button Knife Co. with New York address and patent information. (A) Largest at 3 - 1/4", sterling silver handle embossed with scrollwork and nickel silver liners. Mellow patina throughout. Functioning springs. (B) Model 300SS, sterling silver handles and nickel silver liners. Handles exhibit an embossed face as well as other gothic designs. Secondary blade button is spotty, but springs function. Patina throughout. (C) Same as (B) but missing secondary blade. Patina with functioning spring. CONDITION: Good. 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.

Item Dimensions: Longest: 3 - 3/8"

Name

Value

Blade Length

(A) 2" (A) 1 - 5/8" (C) 1 - 5/8"

Overall Length

(A) 5 - 1/4" (B) 4 - 1/2" (C) 4 - 3/8"