TLDR: $595 for both. Yes, they are generic Speed Lock II but the Damascus blades makes them extra special. Sorry, only shipping within the U.S.
Tough times forcing me to part with more treasures.
I (probably) bought these in the year 2000 while living in Germany.
They originally came with regular, generic stainless-steel blades (I've attached a pic). I special ordered and installed the Damascus steel blades soon after I bought the knives.
Two stainless-steel blades are included as well as four spare springs. I honestly have no idea why the stamping of the spare blades is different; They look and feel the same to me. I bought several of these knives and blades in different grades while living in Germany and I probably got screwed up somewhere along the line. Of the three spare blades I have left, these are the closest matching as far as looks.
The blade pivot screws are special. If they are too tight, the knife won't open. I thought this was a defect and had the store I bought them from send them to Boker in Solingen but they sent them back saying nothing is wrong. **fine**
As you can see by the pictures, I never used them for anything other than to open/close once in a while. No dropping, cutting, sharpening, drowning, kicking, etc. They open and close fine and feel solid. There are light scratches around the allen screw pivot on one that I tried capturing with the camera. I blame Boker.
I’m sorry I no longer have the original, generic steel cases. I bought the presentation box for them a long time ago and made the insert for the knives. I did a poor job but you get the idea I was trying to go for with that. I’ve never had the knack for woodwork nor tools and a proper workspace.
Tough times forcing me to part with more treasures.
I (probably) bought these in the year 2000 while living in Germany.
They originally came with regular, generic stainless-steel blades (I've attached a pic). I special ordered and installed the Damascus steel blades soon after I bought the knives.
Two stainless-steel blades are included as well as four spare springs. I honestly have no idea why the stamping of the spare blades is different; They look and feel the same to me. I bought several of these knives and blades in different grades while living in Germany and I probably got screwed up somewhere along the line. Of the three spare blades I have left, these are the closest matching as far as looks.
The blade pivot screws are special. If they are too tight, the knife won't open. I thought this was a defect and had the store I bought them from send them to Boker in Solingen but they sent them back saying nothing is wrong. **fine**
As you can see by the pictures, I never used them for anything other than to open/close once in a while. No dropping, cutting, sharpening, drowning, kicking, etc. They open and close fine and feel solid. There are light scratches around the allen screw pivot on one that I tried capturing with the camera. I blame Boker.
I’m sorry I no longer have the original, generic steel cases. I bought the presentation box for them a long time ago and made the insert for the knives. I did a poor job but you get the idea I was trying to go for with that. I’ve never had the knack for woodwork nor tools and a proper workspace.