Prototypes or Photo Samples

[Timstools]

This post is a continuation from the Thread titled; Whoa Nellie.

There apears to be a discernable differnce between "The Original Prototype" and "a prototype". especially in the way these terms are used. I have never seen anyone claim that any knife was "The Original Prototype" as this would normally apply only to things like a cars???

Prototype is defined as:

An original type, form, or instance serving as a basis or standard for later stages.

The original or model on which something is based or formed

Some may argue that Prototype is strictly a singular i.e meaning "the first of the many"

Schrade made up to ten samples prior to approval for production and this is what many commonly refer to as a prototype these are often marked 00, 000 or 0000. I dont object to the term prototype being used in this way although it may be a stretch on its original intended meaning??

Im open to any thoughts on this or difference between Sample, Photo Sample and Prototypes.

 

[lrv]

Have you notices that the Photo Samples in the newer knives (2000 +) had a PS000 stamp and the older ones were simply 0000. Ive seen 0000 on Salesman samples as well.

 

[Timstools]

No i havent noticed, but thanks Irv, Although I do have a
I have a 4 pin PS0001 LB7 Schrade which would likely be an early one?

Ive seen 0000 on Salesman samples as well.

Thats interesting as I understand it the 000 types are normally held in the companies own stash, perhaps they occasionally make an exception for their saleman? Im not sure?

 

[ducks_and_bucks66]

Tim,
If you would gladly send that from Australia to Indiana, I could give it a complete and thorough inspection and determine its authenticity (now that I'm up over 300 posts, I believe I've lost the newbie handle by now)........and let me apologize in advance for the knife being lost in customs when I undoubtedly send it back to you

 

[ducks_and_bucks66]

On a serious note, was there any rhyme or reason to salesmen samples having 0000 or SS0000? Knowing Schrade, I believe I know the answer to that riddle but I figure if I give Codger 5 minutes, he could probably find the answer to that and solve world hunger

 

[Timstools]

If you would gladly send that from Australia to Indiana

It came from over your way I cant sent it back ??

Ill post a photo of it here in next few days as Ive been busy editing my photos (AGAIN !!). Ive played around and learned a few more tricks, will post again when finished.