Your newest addition:traditionals of course!

Jsega51 said:
^ Looks like a trusty user to me OMR!
Click to expand...

That is how it came out of the box, plus gaps between the back springs and side plates and gunk in the pivots, but ordering online thats the chance you take and as it will likely become a user its OK.
 
Case CV 3220 2 7/8" Peanut with yellow delring covers

qdpDwZR.jpg
 
oldmanrunning said:
That is how it came out of the box, plus gaps between the back springs and side plates and gunk in the pivots, but ordering online thats the chance you take and as it will likely become a user its OK.
Click to expand...

Ouch....I retract my statement. I'd send it back so you can get one to put your own scratches on.
 
oldmanrunning said:
That is how it came out of the box, plus gaps between the back springs and side plates and gunk in the pivots, but ordering online thats the chance you take and as it will likely become a user its OK.
Click to expand...

Mmmh :( That's more than a fair bit of blade-rub there OMR. I understand your problem as I'm a European buyer too and dependent on on-line sources. CASE Stockman knives do tend to exhibit it more than Böker, Queen, GEC or RR in my experience. However, it being carbon, once patina takes hold, the rub scratches usually show much less than say on stainless. Is the snap good?

Thanks, Will
 
Newest addition: Buck #321 Bird Knife, made by Camillus for Buck between 1979-1991. This one is farm fresh, but still walks & talks. Blade needed only a stropping to sharpen right up.

 
I love that, might have to go for gold accents on my next purchase. Looks like some great file work hiding there in the liners too. Something tells me those photos, though great, do not come close to doing the knife justice.
 
justsomedude said:
I love that, might have to go for gold accents on my next purchase. Looks like some great file work hiding there in the liners too. Something tells me those photos, though great, do not come close to doing the knife justice.
Click to expand...

The gold really sets off the piece nicely especially with that shield. Indeed. I had rushed back from the area I pick up my parcels from and light was fading fast. Only managed to get these two decent shots and forgot to capture the filework. You're right though, these photos still certainly do this coke bottle from Gene justice. :D
 
These are certainly not new, but they are new to me. My grandfather passed away on New Years Eve, and recently we found these two knives in a chest of drawers in his house. What I've found out so far is that the larger on is an Ulster ULSC4G Scout Knife (manufactured between 1962-1979), and the smaller is a Craftsman Stockman manufactured by Camillus, but I'm not sure of the year. They certainly need quite a bit of work, but I haven't decided to what level I want them restored.
im7xmp.jpg
 
Wurrwulf said:
These are certainly not new, but they are new to me. My grandfather passed away on New Years Eve, and recently we found these two knives in a chest of drawers in his house. What I've found out so far is that the larger on is an Ulster ULSC4G Scout Knife (manufactured between 1962-1979), and the smaller is a Craftsman Stockman manufactured by Camillus, but I'm not sure of the year. They certainly need quite a bit of work, but I haven't decided to what level I want them restored.
im7xmp.jpg
Click to expand...

My condolences. I think it's a blessing to carry your grandfather's knife.

Those knives look to be in good shape. I would recommend doing as little "restoring" as possible. Just cleaning any rust off, then oil the pivots and sharpen the blades. :thumbup:
 
Wurrwulf said:
These are certainly not new, but they are new to me. My grandfather passed away on New Years Eve, and recently we found these two knives in a chest of drawers in his house. What I've found out so far is that the larger on is an Ulster ULSC4G Scout Knife (manufactured between 1962-1979), and the smaller is a Craftsman Stockman manufactured by Camillus, but I'm not sure of the year. They certainly need quite a bit of work, but I haven't decided to what level I want them restored.
Click to expand...
Sorry for your loss!
What a great pair to pass down in the family, a real treasure for sure!
I agree with minimal abrasives, keep that great aged pantina on, a lot of history in that.
 
Last edited:
R8Shell and mitch4ging, thanks for the kind words. I definitely think I'll just knock the rust off of them and put a couple of drops of oil on the hinges. The main blade on the Ulster is actually covered in what looks like glue from labels or something. Any advice on cleaning these up a little?
 
Wurrwulf said:
R8Shell and mitch4ging, thanks for the kind words. I definitely think I'll just knock the rust off of them and put a couple of drops of oil on the hinges. The main blade on the Ulster is actually covered in what looks like glue from labels or something. Any advice on cleaning these up a little?
Click to expand...

A little alcohol should get it.
 
Wurrwulf said:
R8Shell and mitch4ging, thanks for the kind words. I definitely think I'll just knock the rust off of them and put a couple of drops of oil on the hinges. The main blade on the Ulster is actually covered in what looks like glue from labels or something. Any advice on cleaning these up a little?
Click to expand...

Paint thinner (mineral spirits) is usually effective on pressure sensitive adhesives.
 
OMR, that looks like a 63032?? If so, I have three and all have slight blade rub. But, the one I have forced patina on, I don't even see blade rub marks after forcing the patina. :)
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top