What's your latest SAK?

[Smaug]

Very nice! I would be all over this if one of the blades was serrated. Colour is great, even if orange isn't really 'hi vis' in the bush here (ochre soil makes orange (and red) SAKs disappear)

This is a tough call. Speaking of the main blade, does it really need to be serrated when it is so long? The other blade is for sneaking under the skin of animals to slice up the belly without nicking any organs and spilling the stinky stuff. That one should not be serrated.

I think it would be cool if they made non-hunter versions, just with two different blades, like Victorinox has. An OHO serrated sheepsfoot blade for possible rescue occasions, a short Wharnecliffe blade for whittling and general use, and a file. (those last two in lieu of one huge plain edged blade)

I guess we all want different stuff though.

[Smaug]

Currahee: Nice photos. Very symmetrical. It reminds me that I should take some time to do some studio-type, still life photos of my knives some time.

[nsa-x-file]

Six more Vic Soldier's arrived.

95 & 95 Keyring, 96 & 96 Keyring, 97 & 97 Keyring
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Wow, cool. Very nice these pairs with and without ring. 

Thanks. 
I'm still looking for any other years that had a keyring attached. 

[user24]

Thanks. 
I'm still looking for any other years that had a keyring attached. 

You probably know this, but a lot of old red pioneers have '99 stamped blades.

[Syph007]

New Wenger 2012 - AP Blaze 50; still can't get that florescent orange color quite correct.

Quite similar to the concept of the Victorinox Hunter XT.

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This picture just confirmed a place on my want list for a ranger with blaze orange.  Fantastic!

[nsa-x-file]

Thanks. 
I'm still looking for any other years that had a keyring attached. 

You probably know this, but a lot of old red pioneers have '99 stamped blades.

Indeed I did. Already have a few old red alox pioneers with 85 and 93 year stamps.
Best info I can find is soldier keyring production ranged from 1992 to 2002. (sakwiki)
So I've a long way to go. 

[GigaHz]

An Electrician.

[Steinar]

Halmarks mention Myuus Norway... Maybe a Silversmith in Norway or a large company.  Also has a unique hardcase and thick leather slipcase.  Both mention what appears to be a company "Tele".  Anyone from Norway able to shed some light on this one?

I would guess "Tele" simply refers to the pattern on the scales, also the knife looks like it is meant to be worn with one of the national costumes ("bunad"). Telemark is a part of Norway, and e.g. "telesølv" would be silver (sølv) in a design reminiscent of what the local silversmiths preferred there. Myuus is not a Norwegian name (i.e. it doesn't sound like it is) and I know of no company named that. Could it be e.g. "Mjøs" instead? I suspect there has been some misunderstandings caused by different languages here. As I mentioned, though, this is pretty much only guesswork.

[ICanFixThat]

Halmarks mention Myuus Norway... Maybe a Silversmith in Norway or a large company.  Also has a unique hardcase and thick leather slipcase.  Both mention what appears to be a company "Tele".  Anyone from Norway able to shed some light on this one?

I would guess "Tele" simply refers to the pattern on the scales, also the knife looks like it is meant to be worn with one of the national costumes ("bunad"). Telemark is a part of Norway, and e.g. "telesølv" would be silver (sølv) in a design reminiscent of what the local silversmiths preferred there. Myuus is not a Norwegian name (i.e. it doesn't sound like it is) and I know of no company named that. Could it be e.g. "Mjøs" instead? I suspect there has been some misunderstandings caused by different languages here. As I mentioned, though, this is pretty much only guesswork.

Thanks very much for the information, I will post more pictures when I have a chance and it might help.

[ColoSwiss]

Halmarks mention Myuus Norway... Maybe a Silversmith in Norway or a large company.  Also has a unique hardcase and thick leather slipcase.  Both mention what appears to be a company "Tele".  Anyone from Norway able to shed some light on this one?

I would guess "Tele" simply refers to the pattern on the scales, also the knife looks like it is meant to be worn with one of the national costumes ("bunad"). Telemark is a part of Norway, and e.g. "telesølv" would be silver (sølv) in a design reminiscent of what the local silversmiths preferred there. Myuus is not a Norwegian name (i.e. it doesn't sound like it is) and I know of no company named that. Could it be e.g. "Mjøs" instead? I suspect there has been some misunderstandings caused by different languages here. As I mentioned, though, this is pretty much only guesswork.

Thanks very much for the information, I will post more pictures when I have a chance and it might help.

It's Mylius. That and the bird hallmark identify the maker as Brodrene Mylius, a Norwegian silversmith. He's located in  the town of Kragero in Telemark, Norway. Found a number of silver and pewter items of his for sale on the net, but no other info.

Karl

http://www.925-1000.com/Fnorway_marks3.html#1

[ICanFixThat]

Halmarks mention Myuus Norway... Maybe a Silversmith in Norway or a large company.  Also has a unique hardcase and thick leather slipcase.  Both mention what appears to be a company "Tele".  Anyone from Norway able to shed some light on this one?

I would guess "Tele" simply refers to the pattern on the scales, also the knife looks like it is meant to be worn with one of the national costumes ("bunad"). Telemark is a part of Norway, and e.g. "telesølv" would be silver (sølv) in a design reminiscent of what the local silversmiths preferred there. Myuus is not a Norwegian name (i.e. it doesn't sound like it is) and I know of no company named that. Could it be e.g. "Mjøs" instead? I suspect there has been some misunderstandings caused by different languages here. As I mentioned, though, this is pretty much only guesswork.

Thanks very much for the information, I will post more pictures when I have a chance and it might help.

It's Mylius. That and the bird hallmark identify the maker as Brodrene Mylius, a Norwegian silversmith. He's located in  the town of Kragero in Telemark, Norway. Found a number of silver and pewter items of his for sale on the net, but no other info.

Karl

http://www.925-1000.com/Fnorway_marks3.html#1

Thanks, I didn't think it was this guy, but maybe it is after I look at the hallmark a bit more.  Still I'll post close-up pictures as soon as I can because it does not seem quite right, I'm pretty sure it reads Myuus, and there is no NM.

[ColoSwiss]

Halmarks mention Myuus Norway... Maybe a Silversmith in Norway or a large company.  Also has a unique hardcase and thick leather slipcase.  Both mention what appears to be a company "Tele".  Anyone from Norway able to shed some light on this one?

I would guess "Tele" simply refers to the pattern on the scales, also the knife looks like it is meant to be worn with one of the national costumes ("bunad"). Telemark is a part of Norway, and e.g. "telesølv" would be silver (sølv) in a design reminiscent of what the local silversmiths preferred there. Myuus is not a Norwegian name (i.e. it doesn't sound like it is) and I know of no company named that. Could it be e.g. "Mjøs" instead? I suspect there has been some misunderstandings caused by different languages here. As I mentioned, though, this is pretty much only guesswork.

Thanks very much for the information, I will post more pictures when I have a chance and it might help.

It's Mylius. That and the bird hallmark identify the maker as Brodrene Mylius, a Norwegian silversmith. He's located in  the town of Kragero in Telemark, Norway. Found a number of silver and pewter items of his for sale on the net, but no other info.

Karl

http://www.925-1000.com/Fnorway_marks3.html#1

Thanks, I didn't think it was this guy, but maybe it is after I look at the hallmark a bit more.  Still I'll post close-up pictures as soon as I can because it does not seem quite right, I'm pretty sure it reads Myuus, and there is no NM.

I looked at mine under a 10-power loupe. It reads Mylius to me, and the second bird matches. No NM though.

Karl

[Steinar]

No NM doesn't say much, according to your link. The mark for “mønsterbeskyttelse” isn't something a smith would automatically stamp everything with. (In fact, he couldn't.)

[GigaHz]

A 125th Climber $15 shipped. Not as good of a deal as the Voyageur. I thought these all had serial numbers? My 125th CT does.

[ICanFixThat]

Halmarks mention Myuus Norway... Maybe a Silversmith in Norway or a large company.  Also has a unique hardcase and thick leather slipcase.  Both mention what appears to be a company "Tele".  Anyone from Norway able to shed some light on this one?

I would guess "Tele" simply refers to the pattern on the scales, also the knife looks like it is meant to be worn with one of the national costumes ("bunad"). Telemark is a part of Norway, and e.g. "telesølv" would be silver (sølv) in a design reminiscent of what the local silversmiths preferred there. Myuus is not a Norwegian name (i.e. it doesn't sound like it is) and I know of no company named that. Could it be e.g. "Mjøs" instead? I suspect there has been some misunderstandings caused by different languages here. As I mentioned, though, this is pretty much only guesswork.

Thanks very much for the information, I will post more pictures when I have a chance and it might help.

It's Mylius. That and the bird hallmark identify the maker as Brodrene Mylius, a Norwegian silversmith. He's located in  the town of Kragero in Telemark, Norway. Found a number of silver and pewter items of his for sale on the net, but no other info.

Karl

http://www.925-1000.com/Fnorway_marks3.html#1

Thanks, I didn't think it was this guy, but maybe it is after I look at the hallmark a bit more.  Still I'll post close-up pictures as soon as I can because it does not seem quite right, I'm pretty sure it reads Myuus, and there is no NM.

No NM doesn't say much, according to your link. The mark for “mønsterbeskyttelse” isn't something a smith would automatically stamp everything with. (In fact, he couldn't.)

Here is another picture, I agree, the hallmark is stamped (not very clearly) "MLIUS", the L and the I are connected, but you can compare it to the following 'U' and the 'LI' in sterling and determine that it is intended to be 'LI'.  Thanks for all the information, nice to be able to document this.

You can see how Tele is specified on inside cover of it's presentation box, and on it's heavy leather slip case.  It is also on the outside of the display box in smaller print in the bottom right corner.  Does this clarify how to interpret this in the Norweigen language?

This knife is relatively light weight for its size in comparison to other Sterling models as the scales are a hollow type that wrap arround the liners.

[ICanFixThat]

A 125th Climber $15 shipped. Not as good of a deal as the Voyageur. I thought these all had serial numbers? My 125th CT does.
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Still a great deal.  Only the CT has the serial number.  There are some 125th Classics with a Serial number that were part of the package with the Travel Alaram if I remember right, but don't quote me on that right now.

[ColoSwiss]

Halmarks mention Myuus Norway... Maybe a Silversmith in Norway or a large company.  Also has a unique hardcase and thick leather slipcase.  Both mention what appears to be a company "Tele".  Anyone from Norway able to shed some light on this one?

I would guess "Tele" simply refers to the pattern on the scales, also the knife looks like it is meant to be worn with one of the national costumes ("bunad"). Telemark is a part of Norway, and e.g. "telesølv" would be silver (sølv) in a design reminiscent of what the local silversmiths preferred there. Myuus is not a Norwegian name (i.e. it doesn't sound like it is) and I know of no company named that. Could it be e.g. "Mjøs" instead? I suspect there has been some misunderstandings caused by different languages here. As I mentioned, though, this is pretty much only guesswork.

Thanks very much for the information, I will post more pictures when I have a chance and it might help.

It's Mylius. That and the bird hallmark identify the maker as Brodrene Mylius, a Norwegian silversmith. He's located in  the town of Kragero in Telemark, Norway. Found a number of silver and pewter items of his for sale on the net, but no other info.

Karl

http://www.925-1000.com/Fnorway_marks3.html#1

Thanks, I didn't think it was this guy, but maybe it is after I look at the hallmark a bit more.  Still I'll post close-up pictures as soon as I can because it does not seem quite right, I'm pretty sure it reads Myuus, and there is no NM.

No NM doesn't say much, according to your link. The mark for “mønsterbeskyttelse” isn't something a smith would automatically stamp everything with. (In fact, he couldn't.)

Here is another picture, I agree, the hallmark is stamped (not very clearly) "MLIUS", the L and the I care connected, but you can compare it to the following 'U' and the 'LI' in sterling and determine that it is intended to be 'LI'.  Thanks for all the information, nice to be able to document this.

You can see how Tele is specified on inside cover of it's presentation box, and on it's heavy leather slip case.  It is also on the outside of the display box in smaller print in the bottom right corner.  Does this clarify how to interpret this in the Norweigen language?

This knife is relatively light weight for its size in comparison to other Sterling models as the scales are a hollow type that wrap arround the liners.

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On mine, there's distinct gap between the foot of the L and the I. However several letters in Sterling and Norway are very indistinct. It may be mine was stamped lighter than yours.

Karl

[Heinz Doofenshmirtz]

A 125th Climber $15 shipped. Not as good of a deal as the Voyageur. I thought these all had serial numbers? My 125th CT does.
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Sweet, that's a steal! 

I love those scales... the pattern and overall sheen they have is beautiful!

I have a 125th CT34; it lives in my laptop bag, so it almost never sees action, but I don't mind.  I hate having shelf queens, and this way I can keep it in good shape, but still have a home/use for it. 

[ICanFixThat]

A Digi-camo OHT that Swiss Bianco did a while back.  I don't really care for the Digi-camo scales they are not the right shade for my liking, but the blade is really nice!! I might swap scales on it one day when I find the right set.

[Sidhartha]

A Digi-camo OHT that Swiss Bianco did a while back.  I don't really care for the Digi-camo scales they are not the right shade for my liking, but the blade is really nice!! I might swap scales on it one day when I find the right set.

ooooo my!!!! 

[ICanFixThat]

On Friday was the day I opened my box of Red Alox like many of you have been doing lately.  All the fancy colors are nice, but you just can't go wrong with red Alox.

This is the new "Drifter" model that Victorinox made for Swiss Bianco.  While I would have preferred a revival of the Vagabond in Alox, the Drifter at least gets me the small emergency/Wharncliff blade.

[Steinar]

You can see how Tele is specified on inside cover of it's presentation box, and on it's heavy leather slip case.  It is also on the outside of the display box in smaller print in the bottom right corner.  Does this clarify how to interpret this in the Norweigen language?

It basically confirms my initial assumptions. You can see the font has the same kind of styling as the patterns on the knife. To illustrate, if you do a web search on "telesølv" you'll get loads of spoons, knives, etc with that kind of styling. It also probably explains the lack of a "NM" mark, you can't get registration for a generic pattern already in widespread use.

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[Currahee]

My mailbox had 3 packages in it yesterday, each one containing a vintage SAK.

A Red Alox Farmer, used but in superb condition...








An approximately 35+ year old Red Huntsman that was new in box...








The 3rd knife that came yesterday--which I have not photographed yet--is the Original Outdoorsman. All 3 SAK's were from eBay auctions. The Red Farmer was listed by its seller as a Pioneer and my winning bid, while no where near the deal of the Voyageur, was quite low compared to recent auctions for vintage red Farmers.

[North Man]

Soldier 86

[magentus]

That old Huntsman is sweet. Apart from the obvious differences with the new model, (corkscrew and scissor pivot) are there any differences in the blades or saw?

[Currahee]

That old Huntsman is sweet. Apart from the obvious differences with the new model, (corkscrew and scissor pivot) are there any differences in the blades or saw?

I also got a brand new black Huntsman with Plus scales last week and in a side by side comparison the only differences that I can see are purely cosmetic. Most notable are the awl and corkscrew. The older awl has no eye hole to allow for sewing, and the corkscrew on the new model is not grooved like on the older issue. Obviously the older model does not have the Plus scales, either. Also, something that I almost overlooked; the older Huntsman does not have the utility hook on its backside. One more thing: the large screwdriver/bottle opener/wire stripper does not have a half-stop on the older model. So, I guess there really are some significant changes. They are just rather subtle. Perhaps I will do a side by side photo comparison sometime next week?

Cheers!

[magentus]

Side by side comparison shots would be cool thanks!

Which do you prefer - old or new?

[North Man]

You can see how Tele is specified on inside cover of it's presentation box, and on it's heavy leather slip case.  It is also on the outside of the display box in smaller print in the bottom right corner.  Does this clarify how to interpret this in the Norweigen language?

It basically confirms my initial assumptions. You can see the font has the same kind of styling as the patterns on the knife. To illustrate, if you do a web search on "telesølv" you'll get loads of spoons, knives, etc with that kind of styling. It also probably explains the lack of a "NM" mark, you can't get registration for a generic pattern already in widespread use.

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Hi
lovely knife!
I do not have 100% info on these, the silver scales is made in Norway  and the knife by Victorinox, the decoration is special, information suggest the silversmiths in more modern age borrowed ornaments and decorations from the "stavkirke" made from the Viking age and also later, some refer the Tele short for Telemark decoration,....Ps these are often given as a gift in "konfirmasjon" or even baptisms,,

[Donald]

My latest SAK is the Cadet II Plus a/k/a Micro-Farmer. It slipped into my pocket again yesterday so it is a good time to post it as my latest. If I already have, shhhh...., I'll remain blissfully ignorant of my short memory.   So here it is, a lot of power or usefulness in a svelte alox package.

[victor7000]

Let it beat ....