Camillus and Schrade of Old Given Short Shrift Now-A-Days

[btb01]

I didn't realize how huge a knife the 51OT was until I saw your comparison photo - looks like you found a good one.
OH

It’s definitely a chunk, but I think that’s part of what makes it an interesting pattern. I like that they didn’t bother with a nail nick.

 

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[Old Hunter]

Today's carry, Schrade USA Wrangler (93OT). OH

 

[Daedric Panther]

Man this thread makes me miss my schrade sharp finger. It flew off of my cut on the freeway while riding. How much are the old USA one’s going for nowadays?

 

[Old Hunter]

Daedric Panther just check out the bay auction site, lots of USA made on there from rough to NIB, easy to find and most reasonable in price (they are not rare). Cost is about what a new current USA made mass production knife from Case or Buck will cost you. OH

 

[Murphy Slaw]

Speaking of old Sharpfingers. Here's one that belonged to a family friend who was killed in an accident around 1981. My uncle inherited it, and when he died I inherited it a few years ago. It's been left as it was over 40 years ago.

 

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Saturday I spent $20 on the 885 on top because I didn't have any that size. Except...

The SCC+ 886 in the middle was made by Camillus ca 1980.

 

[Old Hunter]

because I didn't have any that size.

 

[black mamba]

And Jer, it's such a nice size!

 

[mnblade]

Apologies if this has been posted before, but I just came across this really interesting video of Bill Schrade, George Schrade's great grandson.

George is a knifemaker in his own right. You can find the web site for his company -- William Schrade Custom Cutlery -- by Googling "George Schrade knifemaker."

-- Mark

 

[mnblade]

I've got a few (too many if you ask my wife) vintage Old Timers and one Uncle Henry. And I can't begin to think how many I've owned in my lifetime. A lot!

Now, you read a lot of complaints about the quality-control issues with contemporary Case knives. Janky edges, mis-matched scales, poor fit and finish, etc. It occurred to me that I NEVER got a sub-par U.S.-made Old Timer or Uncle Henry. At 54 my memory may not be what it once was, and we all look back in time with rose-colored glasses, but dang if Schrade didn't rival Victorinox for consistency!

Anyone ever get a lemon Old Timer or Uncle Henry?

-- Mark

 

[Old Hunter]

Todays carry, The Ramrod. OH

 

[Rufus1949]

Todays carry, The Ramrod. OH

One of the most iconic knives made Bruce.

 

[TheChunk91]

I've got a few (too many if you ask my wife) vintage Old Timers and one Uncle Henry. And I can't begin to think how many I've owned in my lifetime. A lot!

Now, you read a lot of complaints about the quality-control issues with contemporary Case knives. Janky edges, mis-matched scales, poor fit and finish, etc. It occurred to me that I NEVER got a sub-par U.S.-made Old Timer or Uncle Henry. At 54 my memory may not be what it once was, and we all look back in time with rose-colored glasses, but dang if Schrade didn't rival Victorinox for consistency!

Anyone ever get a lemon Old Timer or Uncle Henry?

-- Mark

Every once in a while. They were rarely perfect in fit & finish but most often they were very satisfactory and consistent.

 

[Murphy Slaw]

Apologies if this has been posted before, but I just came across this really interesting video of Bill Schrade, George Schrade's great grandson.

George is a knifemaker in his own right.

He has pride in his legacy, but he seems to be pitching the "new" Schrade company, not his own, which seems weird to me. I have to wonder if he has a vested interest?

 

[tongueriver]

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[Old Hunter]

One of the most iconic knives made Bruce.

You have good taste, Bruce.

Thanks Gents! I think I am in good company with the two of you! OH

 

[Murphy Slaw]

Daedric Panther just check out the bay auction site, lots of USA made on there from rough to NIB, easy to find and most reasonable in price (they are not rare). Cost is about what a new current USA made mass production knife from Case or Buck will cost you. OH

I don't know, some of those are pretty rough and they act like they are getting rare.

I'd rather find a nib / nos in an old hardware store.

I reckon those are getting kind of rare as well....

 

[Reconmarui]

If I can figure out how to post pictures I will upload mine later, but how many of you out there own some Herman Williams Schrades? How common are they? I've only come across a handful.

 

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I couldn't seem to get this one in the frame this morning.

The pro-hunter sheath works fine, despite the extra wrinkle.