New to collecting Schrade knives

Casares

Casares

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Hi, not new to this forum, but new to Schrades.

I have a few Schrade knives... being interested in folders generally...
I have a couple of lockbacks in green delrin, not sure of the model numbers, but very nice knives. I got a 80T in December - very nice.

I have just got my first 885UH and I am amazed. They are hard to get hold of here in the UK, but a few come up occasionally.

I really like these Uncle Henrys... they have that extra touch of style about them, not quite so utilitarian in design.

The quality is just so good. Why have I not been collecting these for years ?????

You guys have a lot to answer for. I am now bidding for a 897UH on ebay, I like the Turkish clip blade, very elegant.

I think I am now hooked.
 
The 897UH is a logical choice for your next knife, both being the oldest Uncle Henry, and also modestly priced just now. If you use the forum search feature, you'll find quite a bit about them here. By the way, Uncle Henry was a real person, and the inventor responsible for several patents.

Henry B. Baer



Codger
 
Thank you for this...it is very interesting.

I am hoping to pick up a 897UH soon.

It will go into my stockman collection, alongside other famous names.

I guess one of the reasons I like these Schrades is that they are a real piece of history, this is yet another reason why they are interesting - in the same way that getting hold of an old Sheffield made slip-joint and imagining the hard work and skill that went into grinding and polishing and finishing the blades.



I am amazed that it is still possible to pick up Sheffield made knives from the 1950's that have not been used or sharpened and that still have good strong springs.

How long do you think the old Schrade factory stock will still be around for ?

I realise that some people must have bought a lot of knives and are selliong them on ebay, but I cannot help wondering how long it will be before they become really scarce.
 
How long do you think the old Schrade factory stock will still be around for ?
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I don't think they'll ever become really scarce. Some models sure, but not all Schrades. They were mass-produced in incredible quanities and sold at the largest retailers in the world (Wal Mart, K-Mart, ACE Hardware, etc.). Thousands, perhaps tens-of-thousands of people hoarded and stockpiled Schrade knives anticipating future price increases.

If beginning to collect at this point, there are still some uncommon Schrade knives and variations that are under-valued, IMO. They include the Lake & Walker collaboration, the John Primble Old Timers made by Schrade for Belknap Hardware, the Schrade-Walden stamped knives, older Imperial knives, and factory "end of days" oddballs.

Some knives that are inexpensive, but won't increase much in value ( IMO, of course), are the Tradesman products, Irish Imperials, and rubber-handled Old Timers.

Best Wishes,
-Bob
 
Codger,
Did you notice the knife that Mr Bauer is touching up with the Schrade honesteel?
One of your favorites.:D
Ron
 
It was his favorite too. I could tell you how I know, but then I'd......


Codger:D
 
Just got my first 897UH.

Very pleased - what a great little knife ! There is another on its way.

Also picked up a 5OTG lockback... very nice. LOve that Green Delrin.

I am very fond of lockbacks and really like the Schrades. - the drop point is so nicely done.

I am currently bidding on a white bone craftsman.

All I need now is to come over the USA for a while and get some more !!
 
As you pointed out to me Micheal some people are reluctant to give up information ( ie Grahamsville thread ie "As I am sure you know, many people who have the materials and knowledge are not willing to freely provide them, so that makes it harder than it has to be.")
So I can understand your not explaining any information or secret sources. Or indeed any information you consider privledged as I am sure you respect any one else who might take the same route for there own reasons. Still I agree in some cases this makes it harder than it has to be. LT
 
LT, I appreciate every bread crumb I find or am given. There are so many directions to go on this research, that when I run into a dead end, I just follow another rabbit trail, and quite often find a nugget of info that I would not have otherwise found. There is one obscure person who comes to mind. I don't have enough information yet to explain to anyone else who he was and why he is important to Schrade History, but he is. As is a civil war era storekeeper in besieged Vicksburg. It is all coming together bit by bit, the really challenging part is keeping all the details straight in my mind and in my records.

Codger
 
Once again, I do understand and wish you well, my point was to concur with your statment. In some situations I have looked for examples or answers for several decades. Often trying to garner information on history almost totally forgotten. Sometimes I have reasons for not handing out this information upon request. I am sure you understand and respect that just as I accept and respect your sources and any anomonimity they may for whatever reason wish. Again I simply support your point of view ( "As I am sure you know, many people who have the materials and knowledge are not willing to freely provide them, so that makes it harder than it has to be."). Good Hunting LT
 
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