Newbie Question About Collecting

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GaryM

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Prototype, Pre-Productioin, First Run Production. What if any do these factors have on collection value? What determines if a paraticular produciton knife will increase in value? Guess what? This place has the hook in me. I have never collected anything in my life. But knives have always been a fascination. Now with all the great info available here, I feel comfortable spending a few bucks for the pure enjoyment of it all. Thanks in advance for any input.
Gary

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Well first off, WELCOME!! Always good to see new members posting!

Now as to your questions:
1. These add significant value to a knife, especially if the knife becomes very popular, or is only produced in limited numbers.
2. There are many factors that determine if a production knife will increase in value, was the knife a collaboration with a custom maker? Is the knife something that hasen't been done before? Is the knife really popular? And lets not forget the greatest factor: chance.

If you pay attention to what is popular here, you will get a good idea as to what knives will increase in value, and which will not.
Hope this helped. If there is anything I can do for you, feel free to Email me.

Joe Glessner, owner
Sycotic Samurai Cutlery

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Gary,

You might have guessed you'd catch the knife acquisition bug. You see, it's catching like a disease and it runs rampant at BladeForums.

Seriously, though, collector value of a knife relates to condition, rarity and desireability. None of the things you mention guarantee anything about future knife value because they depend on the desireability. In other words, how many others want the same knife?

My sincere and hearfelt recommendation is that you concentrate on collecting what you like. Don't get hung up on future value. It isn't any more predictable than the stock market. Just pick some segment of the knife world that appeals to you and try to put together a collection of related items that light your fire. That may not guarantee you any future value but it will guarantee you some fun and satisfaction.

I have a collection of stag handled Case knives and a another collection of Case Eisenhower pattern knives. I'm also a member of the Spyderco Collector's Club and that makes sure I get an example of every new Spydie. Why do I collect these? Just because I like them. I can never go wrong that way can I? Take care and good luck with the collection.

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Fred
Knife Outlet
http://www.knifeoutlet.com
 
Gary,

Collecting is an entertainment expense not an investment. If we are lucky our knives will retain or increase in their resale value, and our cost of entertainment would have been very low.
 
The only rule I go by is "Collect what you like" what you might think will be worth a fortune in a few years might not be shared by others. By always getting what you like you will never be disapointed to find out others don't share your tastes in fine cutlery. Of course there are always exceptions one can not go wrong with a Moran or Walker but then again how many of us can afford to find out LOL
Bob
 
I absolutely agree with Fred. Don't buy anything because you think it will increase in value. Find something you like: a specific handle material, a specific blade material, a specific manufacturer, or a specific custom maker, a specific blade style...whatever and stick with what you like.
By the way, say goodbye to all your extra cash.
Enjoy, it's a great hobby.

Walter
 
Gary,
Welcome to the Forums, you came to the right place if your looking to learn about knives and collecting them from people that really enjoy them.
Some simple rules I learned right here not too long ago;
#1 Buy what YOU like.
#2 You can't buy it all.
#3 Look before you Leap.

Do your homework, read all the books and magazines you can lay your hands on and use the LINKS, Archives and Search Featurers here. Look at everything and decide what you like, there's a lot of options, you're going to be amazed. Find the Forums that match your interests and ask questions, folks here are real anxious to help, and that will only save you time and money.
Next, go out and handle as many knives as you can at a good Knife Store or better yet at a Show, where you can meet the makers. Who knows you may decide to skip production knives and move right into customs, or find a dealer that can help guide you in your collecting. It's all here for you, enjoy yourself.

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Hey Gary, you're only about an hour or so away from me. Hit me in the E- Mail whenever you feel the urge.

Jake
 
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