Mint seventies Case knives question

[mas113m]

I certainly wouldn't rush out and use them. I'd oil the joints, wipe the rest of the knives with a slightly oily rag, and contemplate the knives for a few months, before using one.
I personally have seen a $400 knife turned into a $75 knife, just by sharpening it!
You don't want to rush out and do something rash!!
And 70s Case in fact are collectible, especially the 10, 9, 8 and 7 Dots!

Your knives are plenty mint - nice examples and collectible. I own some like that and display them; you can find plenty of the same models (or close) on the secondary market (try the ads section here or on the typical marketplaces on the internet) - buy one or two used one's of the same model at a moderate price and carry them - that will help you contemplate (as Charlie wisely recommended). After a few months you'll know what to do. Beautiful Case knives you've got! OH

I think I may keep the 70s era knives mint. I have more being doled out to me every visit so there will be plenty of 80s and 90s that I can use. Thanks,
Mason

 

[jmh33]

Good call! John