Grandpa's old Case slipjoint

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Just thought I'd share this. My grandfather passed away nearly 20 years ago now, but my grandmother recently gave me this old Case knife that had been sitting in a box of some of his stuff for who knows how long. He was an electrician and the Boss on a horse and peacock ranch, and used it quite often in his day to day work.

Assuming it isn't a fake, any information about the tang stamps would be greatly appreciated, I looked a bit but found some conflicting information. I'm hoping I can sharpen it and give it some TLC, and EDC it every once in a while, but I imagine it'll spend most of its time in happy retirement.









 
Case 47 Pattern Medium Stockman. Made between 1949 and 1959/60. Sambar Stag Handle scales. Used but not abused. Should be lots of use left in it.
 
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What a treasure! I have a vivid memory of the knife my grandfather used to use when I was a kid. I have some of the other knives he had, but not the one I remember him always carrying. I keep hoping it will turn up one if these days...
 
Wow that is really nice! If you take care of it as your Grandfather obviously did, it will serve you for many many years.
Don't forget to oil the joints.
 
Naturally, it has important associations, but it's a fine knife in its own right. Decent patina, even wear on the blades, you could polish the bolsters a little, bit of lemon oil or beeswax polish on the stag handles. Sharpening it up/stropping and carry it (not with keys or change mind) for a week or two and it will GLOW! Nice aspect are the semi-sunk joints so your pockets won't get ripped, like that cut-out for blade access too. I would agree with Bob on the date, perhaps early 60s even? Grand knife.:thumbup:

Does it have good snap and action, W&T??

Thanks, Will
 
That's the 047 variation of the 47 pattern - came with a Turkish Clip main in lieu of the normal Clip main - one of my all time favorite patterns. OH
 
What a fine old knife! That stag is great looking. I can only imagine your Grandpa looking on and smiling, knowing his knife is out of that box and in your hands, where it belongs.
 
That's a beauty of a knife. What great age it has on it, the stag has mellowed so well!
 
That's a grand old knife! Your grandfather obviously used it well but lovingly. I can tell it hasn't been abused, but used and sharpened well by someone who know his way around a knife. I'm happy you have such a personal keepsake. I bet you think of your grandfather every time you use that knife!
 
What a beautiful old knife. :thumbup: I know your grandfather would be proud to know you now own it and plan to use it. I'm sure every time you do use it you will be thinking about the things he cut with it and how he felt when he first bought it rolling it over in his hand and looking at it. Congratulations on such a fine heirloom I am very happy for you.
 
That's a spectacular knife and in great condition. Add to that the sentimental value of it being your Grandfather's knife and you have a true gem there. What a wonderful keepsake!

As said above, treat the scales to refresh them and it'll really bring out that stag.

The Stockman is one of my all-time favorite patterns. Thanks for sharing this one with us all.
 
Thanks to everyone who offered information, kind words, and tips for cleaning and care of the knife. It means more than you all know. I will definitely be taking some beeswax to the stag and oiling the joints. And to answer Wil's question, the snap on the spey blade and sheepsfoot blade is good, the clip point not so much. W&T is okay but it definitely needs some oil.
 
beautiful.
I wouldn't polish those bolster. Just oil all the joints, clean any inner gunk and maybe wax the stag. All other shines.....just from the poket!!!
 
Very nice knife!
Soon enough I'll be refurbishing a Case i received from a man I love like a grandfather. Great sentimental value, i hope to repin the shield on, because it is worn down to the pins (100 years old!).

Deltaboy, is lemon oil better than mineral oil for giving old bone some more juice? I have bone on the knife I mentioned that, if rejuvenated, wouldn't need replacement.

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Connor
 
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