Digging through the pile, again....

[SAK Guy]

Digging through the pile again after reading about the Space Program Vics...

Remembered I had 4+ rangers in the box so I looked again.

Is this a 1.4763 Master Craftsman like I think it is? (crummy indoor pics)



The Phillips is a can key as well.


I think it falls between '86-'91.

Please contribute thoughts & info please.

[derekmac]

The only thing I can think of is:


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[firiki]

http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Master+Craftsman

I can't really think right know, sorry.

[twiliter]

Nice one SG! 

I think your assessment is right, maybe even as early as '85. SakWiki has an error on the MC page, the chisel has been included since '85, my early SC's all have a chisel. I would guess on the early side of the '85-'90 range.

Dig some more! 

[SAK Guy]

Thanks guys!  I was not feeling 100% last night when I found it/researched it so a confirmation was in order. 

Here's a shot of the Pile.....

[gene stoner]

Thanks guys!  I was not feeling 100% last night when I found it/researched it so a confirmation was in order. 

Here's a shot of the Pile.....

Show off.

[SAK Guy]

Thanks guys!  I was not feeling 100% last night when I found it/researched it so a confirmation was in order. 

Here's a shot of the Pile.....

Show off.

LOL!  Sticky, sandy, grungy and cracked are good adjectives for the pile.     A few gems in there as well.

[jazzbass]

I think it falls between '86-'91.

Please contribute thoughts & info please.

I can't see the tang stamp, but I have several MCs from this era so I'll make an educated guess - this should have the 4 line stamp with the big "V", which would date it somewhere between 1987-1991. While the chisel did come out in 1986 with the introduction of the SwissChamp, most of the smaller knives (MC, Ranger, Champion) don't seem to get it until 1987 or later.

1986 is an interesting transition year that can usually be identified by the combo of a small "v" stamp + awl with sewing eye (91mm only). With the exception of the SwissChamp, every 1986 knife I've seen that would later get the chisel is still chisel-free in 1986. I have a Champion, Ranger and MC all like this. Interestingly, these models DO get the new fine screwdriver that was also introduced with the SwissChamp. So they end up being kind of a one-year transition model.

[SAK Guy]

I think it falls between '86-'91.

Please contribute thoughts & info please.

I can't see the tang stamp, but I have several MCs from this era so I'll make an educated guess - this should have the 4 line stamp with the big "V", which would date it somewhere between 1987-1991. While the chisel did come out in 1986 with the introduction of the SwissChamp, most of the smaller knives (MC, Ranger, Champion) don't seem to get it until 1987 or later.

1986 is an interesting transition year that can usually be identified by the combo of a small "v" stamp + awl with sewing eye (91mm only). With the exception of the SwissChamp, every 1986 knife I've seen that would later get the chisel is still chisel-free in 1986. I have a Champion, Ranger and MC all like this. Interestingly, these models DO get the new fine screwdriver that was also introduced with the SwissChamp. So they end up being kind of a one-year transition model.

You called it JB! Large V in a 4 line VSSR stamp. Thank you!!!! 

[twiliter]

I think it falls between '86-'91.

Please contribute thoughts & info please.

I can't see the tang stamp, but I have several MCs from this era so I'll make an educated guess - this should have the 4 line stamp with the big "V", which would date it somewhere between 1987-1991. While the chisel did come out in 1986 with the introduction of the SwissChamp, most of the smaller knives (MC, Ranger, Champion) don't seem to get it until 1987 or later.

1986 is an interesting transition year that can usually be identified by the combo of a small "v" stamp + awl with sewing eye (91mm only). With the exception of the SwissChamp, every 1986 knife I've seen that would later get the chisel is still chisel-free in 1986. I have a Champion, Ranger and MC all like this. Interestingly, these models DO get the new fine screwdriver that was also introduced with the SwissChamp. So they end up being kind of a one-year transition model.

You called it JB! Large V in a 4 line VSSR stamp. Thank you!!!! 

That narrows it down a lot!, good info JB 

More digging SG!  

 

[pfrsantos]

http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Master+Craftsman

I can't really think right know, sorry.

FTFY...

 

[SAK Guy]

Outside pic...

[Caranthanus]

Stratospheric digging ...

[SAK Guy]

Stratospheric digging ...

Thanks C!  I think I spotted a Colonel and a Wenger Champ in there as well.   

[Caranthanus]

Stratospheric digging ...

Thanks C!  I think I spotted a Colonel and a Wenger Champ in there as well.   

... mesospheric Watchout, mesopause could freeze ... the wallet

[tjfarrington2000]

Thanks guys!  I was not feeling 100% last night when I found it/researched it so a confirmation was in order. 

Here's a shot of the Pile.....

i would be happy to help alleviate your issue with this pile!


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[NKlamerus]

Wow your username is slowly making more sense

[SAK Guy]

Thanks guys!  I was not feeling 100% last night when I found it/researched it so a confirmation was in order. 

Here's a shot of the Pile.....

i would be happy to help alleviate your issue with this pile!

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That pile is my therapy......

Wow your username is slowly making more sense

 

[firiki]

http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Master+Craftsman

I can't really think right know, sorry.

FTFY...

 

A beatific smile on me face 

[SAK Guy]

I think it falls between '86-'91.

Please contribute thoughts & info please.

I can't see the tang stamp, but I have several MCs from this era so I'll make an educated guess - this should have the 4 line stamp with the big "V", which would date it somewhere between 1987-1991. While the chisel did come out in 1986 with the introduction of the SwissChamp, most of the smaller knives (MC, Ranger, Champion) don't seem to get it until 1987 or later.

1986 is an interesting transition year that can usually be identified by the combo of a small "v" stamp + awl with sewing eye (91mm only). With the exception of the SwissChamp, every 1986 knife I've seen that would later get the chisel is still chisel-free in 1986. I have a Champion, Ranger and MC all like this. Interestingly, these models DO get the new fine screwdriver that was also introduced with the SwissChamp. So they end up being kind of a one-year transition model.

The newly arrived pile has yielded another Master Craftsman. A later one I think with large "V"SSR stamp, plain scales and 5 backtools (Philips, chisel, new fine screwdriver, hook, awl). I have seen Space Shuttles with this backside toolset but wearing the Shuttle scales. This has plain scales. Pics when I'm able.

So what about this one JB, a 90-91 transitional model?    (added crummy pics)

[HarleyXJGuy]

I am thinking they need to be added to my grandkid purchase list.

[jazzbass]

So what about this one JB, a 90-91 transitional model?    (added crummy pics)

Hard to tell from the pictures. My first impression is that it's a 93-98 model with riveted scissors and the 45 degree crosshatch grind on the metal file, but I can't really see either feature very well in the pictures. You take this from your flip phone?

[sawman]

SG, I've been having a very rough day, terribly depressed, but when I saw that pile of SAKs it brought a smile to my face. Thank you for that. I always enjoy the goodies you share on here as we have similar taste it would seem.

cheers

[SAK Guy]

So what about this one JB, a 90-91 transitional model?    (added crummy pics)

Hard to tell from the pictures. My first impression is that it's a 93-98 model with riveted scissors and the 45 degree crosshatch grind on the metal file, but I can't really see either feature very well in the pictures. You take this from your flip phone?

   No, it's my 6 year old, $25.00, fixed focus camera......

I can do better pics outside tomorrow. 

[strmliner]

So what about this one JB, a 90-91 transitional model?    (added crummy pics)

Hard to tell from the pictures. My first impression is that it's a 93-98 model with riveted scissors and the 45 degree crosshatch grind on the metal file, but I can't really see either feature very well in the pictures. You take this from your flip phone?

 

My apologies Robert, but JB has me rolling on the floor with the phone comment.  Now that many use a smartphone for taking pictures, it's always interesting to find out who uses what and how much work goes into editing the damn things.

Good on you...you always include pictures!

[SAK Guy]

SG, I've been having a very rough day, terribly depressed, but when I saw that pile of SAKs it brought a smile to my face. Thank you for that. I always enjoy the goodies you share on here as we have similar taste it would seem.

cheers

I'm sorry bro, glad I could help ya some!!!!! 

[SAK Guy]

So what about this one JB, a 90-91 transitional model?    (added crummy pics)

Hard to tell from the pictures. My first impression is that it's a 93-98 model with riveted scissors and the 45 degree crosshatch grind on the metal file, but I can't really see either feature very well in the pictures. You take this from your flip phone?

 

My apologies Robert, but JB has me rolling on the floor with the phone comment.  Now that many use a smartphone for taking pictures, it's always interesting to find out who uses what and how much work goes into editing the damn things.

Good on you...you always include pictures!

      Let's just say that my 40+ years in photography has prepared me for the equipment I'm using now.      When I'm having a bad health day, my pix def show it. I do need a camera upgrade (and I have been saying that for 3 years).

[Caranthanus]

So what about this one JB, a 90-91 transitional model?    (added crummy pics)

Hard to tell from the pictures. My first impression is that it's a 93-98 model with riveted scissors and the 45 degree crosshatch grind on the metal file, but I can't really see either feature very well in the pictures. You take this from your flip phone?

 

My apologies Robert, but JB has me rolling on the floor with the phone comment.  Now that many use a smartphone for taking pictures, it's always interesting to find out who uses what and how much work goes into editing the damn things.

Good on you...you always include pictures!

      Let's just say that my 40+ years in photography has prepared me for the equipment I'm using now.      When I'm having a bad health day, my pix def show it. I do need a camera upgrade (and I have been saying that for 3 years).

[MWDP]

I bought one like this on a local auction recently and was hoping for a good candidate for a mod. Unfortunately the blade is shot...

[SAK Guy]

Finally!!!!!! Better pics!!!!