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Early Case Hobo Knife

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Knives, Swords & Blades Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 500.00 USD
Early Case Hobo Knife
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Early Case, Bradford, PA, #6251 Hobo Knife, 4-1/4'' main blade marked on the ricasso ''CASE/BRADFORD, PA.'' (1905-1920), 4-1/8'' long fork is marked ''6251''. 5-1/4'' overall closed length, jigged bone handle with an inlaid raised letter ''Case'' arrow pattern shield. Nickel silver bolsters and pins with brass liners. Condition is good overall showing signs of age and use. Blade and fork remain tight with scattered carbon spotting and light pitting. Both stag scales with hairline cracks near upper pins. Est.: $300-$500. (Ernest A. Bryant III estate)