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Krause Publications

Collecting Case Knives: Identification and Price Guide for Pocket Knives

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An American Icon!W.R. Case & Sons' dedication to fine quality and craftsmanship has made the company's pocket knives cherished possessions passed down through generations, and the most revered and widely collected in the world for more than a century.The only full-color price guide devoted solely to Case pocket knives, this book features nearly 1,000 photos, current values for hundreds of pocket knives from 1920 to today, and detailed information about methods for creating knives, quirks of the pattern numbering systems, tang stamps, types of blade steels, and knife shields.You'll also enjoy:Identifying and pricing details for pocket knives most prized by collectors, including Pattern 20 Peanut, highly popular 54 Pattern Trapper, Pattern 72 Bulldog and Buffalo, and Pattern 97 Shark ToothA showcase of the different types of natural and synthetic handle materials used to create Case knives, including bone, Delrin, metal, pearl and imitation pearl, stag, and woodA new section of 12 Case modern knife patterns, including the Mid-Folding Hunter and Sway Back, as well as some collaborations with famed knifemaker Tony BoseA new section on bolstersVintage catalog pages and other itemsWhether a utilitarian tool to be used or an example of quality and craftsmanship handed down as family heirlooms, this historically rich guide shows why Case remains the most popular brand among knife collectors. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Krause Publications; Second edition (December 9, 2015)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 304 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1440244995


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 95


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.15 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.75 x 10.88 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #1,188,634 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #63 in Sword & Knife Collecting #1,528 in Antiques & Collectibles Encyclopedias


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    • A Must Have For Any Knife Collector
This book is a must have for the collector, reseller, or anybody interested in the history of case knives. It's already paid for itself by helping me to identify the tiny differences from one pattern and year to the next that can mean huge differences in value. It's very clear and concise, also quite simple to read and open for a quick reference. Laid out in nice sections by pattern number. Even gives you all the info you need to identify the correct liner, bolster, and scale materials by year. Quite handy in weeding out counterfeit Knives, which there are quite a few of. 100 percent buy this book, it will pay for itself. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2018 by DJ
    • Case Knives-This is a Standard for Collectors and Traders
A simple discussion for those who collect and trade Case Knives. This is one of the best books. Colored photos show differences in individual variations where age, type, and rarity are used to give a reasonable price. Each knife type is listed in order by number or other way of ID. Keeps you involved without putting you asleep. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2017 by Linda S
    • Informative book
Bought this as a gift for my husband. He loves it. Looks at it nightly. Can now tell when a knife is listed on eBay as a certain year, when it's not. The book offers all the info you need on case knifes
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2017 by Battybee
    • Recommended
Definitely worth the $20 probably already saved me that much already! Informative about Case knifes prices as well as history of the patterns and the company. Just wish it covered more recent years as far as the collectable knives are concerned.
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2017 by bob a grigg
    • Pfeiffer's book 'bible' for Case collectors
This is the second one of these books I have ordered. The first was a pre-order for my husband, who was thrilled to have the updated version, as his first edition is dog-eared, tabbed and highlighted. Now, this one is, too. At knife club meetings, the two are passed like holy texts — fitting, my husband reminded me, because this is the "bible" for Case knife collectors. One friend finally had an epiphany and decided to treat himself to an early Father's Day gift, so this edition is his. Mr. Pfeiffer's work is, as I mentioned, revered in Case collector circles, and the more times my husband shares his copies, the more converts Mr. Pfeiffer gains. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2016 by Cyndi N.
    • A Big Disappointment
I purchased this book hoping that it would be an update from the previous edition. It is not. If you have the previous book, don't waste your money. The author apparently believes that none of the Case knives past the late 1990's are considered collectible. Many Case knives that should be in the book, at least for identification purposes are not listed. It is a great disappointment. The previous edition was also easier to use. Most of the material in this book is a repeat with some reformatting and nothing more. All in all, it is a great disappointment, as I had purchased it as a gift for a good friend who collects Case knives. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2016 by craftygirl1961
    • Case Knife book
Valuable and very informative Case Knife book.This 2nd Edition has more pictures with descriptions and current prices of this vast assortment of old and new knives. In my opinion, any serious Case Knife collector should buy this book. This way, you know the true value of knives you own or are considering buying. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2015 by Kindle Customer
    • I found nothing that I dislike about this book
This book was very helpful when I was looking up model numbers. I also found it to be very helpful. I found nothing that I dislike about this book.
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2018 by Perry l Part

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