September 10-12, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/12/2024
Some of these knives are photographed on page 77 of "Antique American Switchblades". These Utility Jack knives are marked "Hammer Brand USA" and are the same size, 3 - 1/2". Each is of the same construction with steel liners and bolsters but feature different colored swirl celluloid scales. One is a rare candy stripe pattern and the other is black imitation stag. All have functioning springs and each exhibit varying degrees of patina. CONDITION: Good. PROVENANCE: From a life long single consignor 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.