Gift to Mr. UnknownVT.

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Awhile back in this thread.I told him Id present the scanned version of the cat.

And here it is.


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First page (cover): *Red Wenger*Text>
Wenger.
*knife*
The Genuine Swiss Army Knife (TM)<

Second page and third page(my fav!), makes up one image.
Partial cross of Swiss flag on ground, with red SAK, and an old Business type card written in swiss laying on it.

<text>
The Tools In Our Swiss Army Knives Are Made Of STAINLESS STEEL And A Rare Material Called INNOVATION.

The rare spirit of innovation expressed in the design of every Genuine Swiss Army Knife reflects the unigue demands of Switzerland's beautiful alpine landscape. By necessity, the Swiss have carved out a proud and vigorous legacy of resourcefulness. It's not surprising that people around the world reserve their hihgest esteeem for the exceptional quality and innovative design of Swiss products. Today's knife collection underscores Wenger's passionate commitment to the tradition of fine cutlery and celebrates a century -old history of precision craftsmanship. So whether you're a tradesman or a skier, a yachtsman or the country house handyman, a weekend hiker or a touring cyclist, you can be sure theyre's a Wenger Genuine Swiss Army Knife designed to meet the exacting demands of your indiviual pursuits. <text>.

Looks alot like a magazine ad.

Page 4 & 5 are describing: "Patented And Exclusive Features". Talks about "patented springless lever design", "Patented locking systems" on the the screwdrivers, "Padlock (TM) self-locking mechanisms....", "Innovative self-sharpening serrated scissors, with patented springless lever design for a prolonged life", and finally shows tool, and talks about "all purpose 5mm to 8 mm wrench...."

Page 6 & 7 are describing "INNOVATIVE FEATURES". images depicted are of and about Laser, tool box/microtechinsion, 100% serrated blade, removable mountain blike tool keys, and jeweler scredriver.

Page 8 is about, "INTRODUCING THE MINIGRIP(TM)". Shows differenct modles. And shows features and selection of different models.

Pages 9-14, list their different models then say who its fit for example "great for presentations" and list the features of the knife. Want me to list them?

Page 15 is a short ad type thing for frangance, watches and sunglasses.

Page 16 (back) is just a black page with Wenger Logo and various contact info.
 
Originally posted by crosman177
Awhile back in this thread.I told him Id present the scanned version of the cat.

And here it is.
<snip>Second page and third page(my fav!), makes up one image.
Partial cross of Swiss flag on ground, with red SAK, and an old Business type card written in swiss laying on it.

WoW! Thank you so much crosman177.

That's a really beautiful catalog -
there's something about having the Swiss Army red against a black background.
(kinda like Ferraris :) )

I agree with you about the image formed by pages 2 & 3 -
that's a great photo in its own right.

I think your dating of the catalog at about 1997 is about right
since the Wenger web site was given as www.genuineswissarmy.com,
and searching back on rec.knives the first mention of that web site address was July/1997.

Off Topic - since your moniker says you're a Crosman .177cal airgun fan - I'm sure you have Crosman catalogs?

I recently became aware of D&R Sports' new web site and they still seem to have the Crosman Classic 1377C multi-pump air-pistol, and at the lowest price I've ever seen linked here

Thank you again.
 
UnknownVT, you are welcome!.

I only got 'bout 6 various airgun cat's. 2 Crosman ('96, '01) 2 Daisy ('96 and recent) 1 Gamo, and a Umerax.

I wish I had more...

I got 'bout 30 Crosman, Daisy, Sheridan/Benjamin .etc 60's, 70's advertising pieces from old American Shooter mags that i bought for a qaurter each.

I love Crosman's "quoute" that they have used for a long time.
It's time for Crosman.:)

I found this link awhile back, it is stuff from today, that we'd call "old stock", but i guess over there it's still rolling. You know what we really think of it as eh!;) WICKED FIND! .etc! we are knuts! ;)

http://www.setocut.co.jp/cormo5.html

It's in jap so you might have to translate it.

Also please send me an email, and/or edit your profile and include one.

Also, if you havnt saved them already(im sure you have), please do so.
 
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