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I thought I had two coming in, but only one arrived, and then you started posting your Holyoke ? I can't work that out!Beautiful Duncan, did that come through here? if it did is the a reason I didn't keep it???
Thank you for the InformationPlease forgive my asking.
Is the Challenge third from left, sans bail?
Looks to be in fantastic condition.Challenge was in business from 1891 to 1928. They were one of the first if not the first US makers to offer stainless steel blades in 1916. The company folded shortly after the death of the owner in 1928.
from oldpocketknives.com:
"The Challenge Cutlery Co of Bridgeport, Connecticut made pocket knives from around 1891 to 1928. Originally a trademark of a company from Sheffield, it was purchased by Frederick Weibusch & Co in New York (died 1893). Soon after the company adopted the trademark. Challenge made wonderful quality pocket knives known for its dimpled jigged bone handles. The company closed in 1928 with the death of its owner, Charles Weibusch. Eventually, the assets of the company would be purchased by George Schrade and eventually became the Schrade Cutlery Company."
, I think quite a few people are shocked as to how early Stainless came out!Here it is here Sir......
Nice to see you posting Mark matey! I hope you are very well!LMAO Paul! Does he realize you sent him the fake ones?
Thank you R8shell, I am hoping that agree that the Punch isn't an Empire. Man... why didn't everyone just apply for a Patent # - then stamp it on- job done!Thanks for the info, Duncan.
I think there was some speculation about it being made by Boker, but I don't remember on what basis (could be the same as when I always guess Camillus on USA made knives of a certain age. I figure I'm right at least half the time)
Anyway, for what it's worth, here's a picture of the pile side:
What a beautyThank you for the Information
Yes my friend- Challenge third from the left
This is a very good looking knife.Thank you for the Information
Yes my friend- Challenge third from the left
Indeed a great knife!!Thank you for the Information
Yes my friend- Challenge third from the left
- the whole package.
Tremendous knife right there.
I agree
Second only to the smooth ivory bone.
