I just ordered two of these.

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Schrade Sampler Folding Fruit Knife Yellow Handle 3.7" Blade SS102

The steel is similar to 440A (doesn't hold an edge extremely well, but easy to sharpen and use on a large variety of acidic fruits and vegetables without substantial negative effects.) It's long, slender and I had a similar "cracked ice" version as a young man. (I was 13 years old at the time, and desired a long, slender blade that would disappear in my jacket pocket.)

My original Imperial version was used extensively by my mother when she wanted a quick blade for spreading mayonnaise, mustard and other condiments while we traveled in a 1968 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon with faux wood paneling and a Mauve interior. Those were simpler times, weren't they! ;)

The Captain
 
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nugun55 said:
Looks like what we use to call banana knives. :thumbup:
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Daddy called them "Fruit Knives." The three boys in our family used to go down to the Sprouse-Reitz "dime store" and buy them for $1.25, then they went up to $1.98 (in 1969.)

Remember when?

The Captain
 
The Sabre Brand was popular with the "Junior" set. (Since they were affordable, every kid could buy one.) The old "Cracked Ice" scales and Stainless Steel bolsters could certainly take a beating.

I'll probably buy a 10.5" version for added convenience/carry. These were/are neat old "slipjoints" aren't they?

The Captain
 
Here's a 4 11/16" Colonial that I rescued from the garbage a little bit ago. I happened to be in an antique mall when a dealer was "cleaning out his junk drawer". He had six or seven "junk knives" that "aren't worth anything" that he was going to toss in the dumpster. I saved him the trip and took them off of his hands free of charge. Got some decent knives including an Old Timer, a small Richards, and this behemoth:

 
Sweetness! I really like that "taste the difference" logo on the old Colonial knife! :D

I just finished ordering the larger version of the knife on e-bay. The smaller version will be in my hot little mitts on Wednesday; the larger will be in my mailbox on Saturday May 23rd!

What fun!
 
Captain O,

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I deeply appreciate that.

I truly wasn't "mooching" for another knife. I love these old pieces because of the memories of the 1960's and '70's.

(I really did order the larger knife on e-bay. These bring back happy childhood memories, and are cheap at half the price!)

Captain O
 
Oh, I have no doubts. I just don't see myself using it any time soon, so it might as well be in the hands of somebody that appreciates it more than I do. Seems like you'd fit that description. ;)
 
Interesting thread, at first just because I've been mildly fascinated with melon testers ever since I first heard about them about 15 months ago. But then I got caught up in Capt. O's enthusiasm and nostalgia, capped off by Cory's habitual generosity! :D:D Way to go, guys! :cool::cool:

- GT
 
I am looking forward to fondling that "taste the difference" knife! This is a bit of history that most people will never really get to see. You really MUST be from the Pacific Northwest to fully appreciate the history of this particular piece of cutlery.

Washington State saw fit to use this implement to market their wares.

God, I LOVE this stuff!

Captain O
 
I recieved the two Schrade SS102 Fruit Sampler Knives in today's mail.They appear to be well made. These are tight, fit and finish are excellent. The backsprings aren't particularly stout, but they aren't meant to be. The Delrin scales are cream in color and are pleaing to the eye. For a Chinese knife, the factory edge seems rather good. (Not razor-sharp, but good.)

This knife should serve well in a number of different roles.

Captain O
 
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