So you bought some used cheapies, no big deal. They were priced right. :thumbup:
still new at this lol uh duh how long do you have to do it til you get old at it lol.
So how did I get "old" at it? LOL.
As a collector of Old Timer knives, I'm familiar with most of the model numbers and am often on eBay checking current prices and availability. Here's a hint regarding values, use the Completed Items search on eBay to see actual prices paid over the last few weeks.
From the auction photo it was immediately obvious that the pen blade was half used, the clip point blade was cut off, and the tip is missing from the spey blade. My very first pocketknife ever was a 34OT that my grandfather gave me when I was seven or eight years old, or 32 years ago.
Regarding the Barlow, the first clue was that the seller doesn't mention a brand. Keep in mind that "barlow" is a knife style, not a manufacturer. Barlows have been made over the years by most American knife companies, and are still produced by almost every company that still makes traditional style pocketknives. Had it been even a mid-range brand Barlow, the brand name would have most likely been stamped on the tang and would have been listed by the seller.
Looking for a better barlow as an example for your collection, or even a user knife in better condition? I'm a fan of the USA-made Imperial Barlow knives, the old ones with carbon steel blades. Should be able to pick one up on eBay for only a few dollars more than the one you bought. :thumbup:
If you anticipate shopping for another Old Timer, you should take a few minutes and learn to distinguish the modern Chinese imports from the originals. Often times eBay sellers aren't entirely honest or forthcoming or knowledgeable regarding the origin of their auction items. Just something to be aware of.
