Hi all. I have a Limited Edition set of Shrade knives in a [cheap] wood display case and with an AGCO/Allis Chalmers farm equipment theme. I got it from my father-in-law when he passed away. It has a total of five knives: large lock-back, small lock-back, hunter, and a one and two bladed "regular" pocket knife. They all have white micarta-style grips with tractors and stuff skrimshawed on them, plus the blades have the AGCO logo inscribed on them. The larger knives have leather sheathes in the case. I have had this set for almost 10 years and know nothing about it. Does anyone know how many of these were made? What it might be worth? I was desiring to sell it, but after checking ebay or Shrade scrimshaw set prices, I may instead choose to keep it and enjoy it. I've always had a problem using nice-looking stuff though, and would just rather have garden-variety looking knives to use and abuse. At this point I am unsure of where to proceed from here. To take the plunge and just USE these tools, or to sell them to someone who might want to collect them. Thanks for any info that anyone can provide.
BTW... Hi! I am at 37 years old, a "newbie" to the hobby of knife collecting, but I hope to make up for lost time. I just can't afford to built the gun collection that I am wanting, so I'm going to see if I can more afford manufactured knives. Right now I am preparing to purchase a couple of Cold Steel offerings for my entry into mid-level (or high-low-level) quality knives. Another manufacturer that appeals to me is Gerber.
BTW... Hi! I am at 37 years old, a "newbie" to the hobby of knife collecting, but I hope to make up for lost time. I just can't afford to built the gun collection that I am wanting, so I'm going to see if I can more afford manufactured knives. Right now I am preparing to purchase a couple of Cold Steel offerings for my entry into mid-level (or high-low-level) quality knives. Another manufacturer that appeals to me is Gerber.
