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Sakalike Alert!
on: March 17, 2017, 05:13:34 PM
I took a chance and ordered this SAK-a-like.  It is stamped only with "Germany" on one side of the tang of the main blade and "Rostfrei" on the other.  I've spent a considerable amount of time trying to gain any information on this knife, and the information on this forum has been most useful.  From what I've seen, it's probably made in Solingen but I'm not sure and have no clue of the manufacturer.  I can say this; this knife is in AMAZING shape, I mean, it looks like it was made next year.   Only sign of age is a light patina on the bronze liners. This knife is solid, and with just a drop of oil has a nice, authoritative snap.  The bail, materials, and shape of tools makes me think it is true vintage but I might be wrong.  Does anyone have a dim ray of light to shine on this knife's origins?  All I know is it shipped from Alaska and the ad stated it was from the estate of a knife collector.


Also, I do invite anyone who has a sak-a-like to share, especially these ambiguous ones.  It would be cool to pool our information.
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #1 on: March 17, 2017, 07:46:33 PM
Solingen is a sign of quality  :cheers: that looks lush EC - are the scales horn?
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #2 on: March 17, 2017, 07:52:32 PM
Gorgeous looking scales and you can't go wrong with made in Germany :salute:
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #3 on: March 17, 2017, 08:02:52 PM
Quote from: magentus on March 17, 2017, 07:46:33 PM
Solingen is a sign of quality  :cheers: that looks lush EC - are the scales horn?


It is in unbelievably good condition.  Not even certain it's Solingen, just plain ole "Germany" .  My first thought was the scales are hard plastic tortoise shell design.  Here's a better to pic to see. I'm not real familiar with horn but it feels and sounds like plastic.  Just measured it and it's a 93mm.  Is that the same size as that yella fella you have?
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #4 on: March 17, 2017, 08:08:50 PM
Very nice looking SAKalike you have there El C :tu: :like: :like:
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #5 on: March 17, 2017, 08:11:12 PM
Could be anything. There are/were many German manufacturers of "sports knives", most of them based in Solingen. It's got me wondering which of them wouldn't stamp their name on the blade, or why. Looks nice!
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #6 on: March 17, 2017, 08:16:25 PM
Quote from: Ronald Schröder on March 17, 2017, 08:11:12 PM
Could be anything. There are/were many German manufacturers of "sports knives", most of them based in Solingen. It's got me wondering which of them wouldn't stamp their name on the blade, or why. Looks nice!

Thanks.  :cheers:   

Do you have any thoughts on estimated year of manufacture?
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #7 on: March 17, 2017, 08:21:43 PM
Quote from: Poncho65 on March 17, 2017, 08:08:50 PM
Very nice looking SAKalike you have there El C :tu: :like: :like:

Thanks Ponch!

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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #8 on: March 17, 2017, 08:28:37 PM
Quote from: El Corkscrew on March 17, 2017, 08:16:25 PM
Quote from: Ronald Schröder on March 17, 2017, 08:11:12 PM
Could be anything. There are/were many German manufacturers of "sports knives", most of them based in Solingen. It's got me wondering which of them wouldn't stamp their name on the blade, or why. Looks nice!

Thanks.  :cheers:   

Do you have any thoughts on estimated year of manufacture?
Post WWII certainly, pre millennium probably. In other words, I don't really know.
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #9 on: March 17, 2017, 08:34:59 PM
Quote from: Ronald Schröder on March 17, 2017, 08:28:37 PM
Quote from: El Corkscrew on March 17, 2017, 08:16:25 PM
Quote from: Ronald Schröder on March 17, 2017, 08:11:12 PM
Could be anything. There are/were many German manufacturers of "sports knives", most of them based in Solingen. It's got me wondering which of them wouldn't stamp their name on the blade, or why. Looks nice!

Thanks.  :cheers:   

Do you have any thoughts on estimated year of manufacture?
Post WWII certainly, pre millennium probably. In other words, I don't really know.

 :rofl:  Thanks for being honest. Unfortunately, I haven't found even a bendy rule book for these things.

 :cheers:
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #10 on: March 17, 2017, 08:41:31 PM
Maybe a pic of the cap lifter / can opener tools may help a little ...
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #11 on: March 17, 2017, 08:54:56 PM
Quote from: Ronald Schröder on March 17, 2017, 08:41:31 PM
Maybe a pic of the cap lifter / can opener tools may help a little ...

The shine on this thing is a little out of control.  It looks like cheesy 80's effects but the pics just turned out this way...  It is a sunny day here...
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #12 on: March 17, 2017, 09:27:48 PM
SPARKLES!  :o  :2tu:  :like:  :gimme:  :drool:
Hooked, like everyone else. ;)

All hail the hook!
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #13 on: March 17, 2017, 09:57:06 PM
Quote from: El Corkscrew on March 17, 2017, 08:02:52 PM
Quote from: magentus on March 17, 2017, 07:46:33 PM
Solingen is a sign of quality  :cheers: that looks lush EC - are the scales horn?


It is in unbelievably good condition.  Not even certain it's Solingen, just plain ole "Germany" .  My first thought was the scales are hard plastic tortoise shell design.  Here's a better to pic to see. I'm not real familiar with horn but it feels and sounds like plastic.  Just measured it and it's a 93mm.  Is that the same size as that yella fella you have?
My Yeller Feller is 90mm (!) and is marked 'INOX ROSTFREI GERMANY' on the balde tang, and 'RALLYE' on the scales. No idea of its background.

All the tools apart from the Stainless blade are carbon steel and are heavily patina'd. It looks like yours are all stainless.
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #14 on: May 24, 2017, 03:08:43 AM
I've acquired a few more SAK-alikes since starting this thread,

Just posted this video discussing SAK-alikes.   :cheers:



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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #15 on: May 24, 2017, 05:10:49 AM
Some German-made 'SAKs'.

Top two are ISC; middle two are Henckels.

Bottom left is a Richartz. Also have a couple of Richartz PIcnics (2nd photo)

Bottom right is is an unknown for Mercedes-Benz, marked Inox/Solingen.

The black Browning (3rd photo) is simply marked 'Made in Germany'.

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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #16 on: May 24, 2017, 05:16:33 AM
Here's a pic of my latest SAK-alike.  If one were to use Victorinox rules (from this corkscrew's humble understanding), one would date this knife somewhere between 1942 - 1947, which also included the fall of the 3rd Reich, which makes me want to say it's closer to 42 than 47.   Still a lot to learn.


This knife is around the 90mm mark, only slightly shorter than a Victorinox 91mm. I do not own any Victorinox that date this far back so I've pictured it to the next closest I have which is a a 3 layer w/ scissors and phillips from the '60s a poor comparison, I know but from what I understand, the 84mm and 91mm lengths have stayed constant, designed as the perfect sizes to keep in your pocket)

This knife was made in Solingen which has rich history and reputation as elite blade makers. It's SUPER high quality, has EXCELLENT snap, and weights about +20g compared to modern climber models.

After a lot of searching I have found very little information about Overland and knives like this in general. I do know that they go for pretty cheap on the bay if you should decide you want one.


 :salute:

Edit:  Also wanted to say, it appears this knife has brass liners.  As far as I know, Victorinox used nickel/silver then aluminum.  Does anyone know if they ever used brass on cellidors?
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #17 on: May 24, 2017, 05:17:33 AM
Quote from: ColoSwiss on May 24, 2017, 05:10:49 AM
Some German-made 'SAKs'.

Top two are ISC; middle two are Henckels.

Bottom left is a Richartz. Also have a couple of Richartz PIcnics (2nd photo)

Bottom right is is an unknown for Mercedes-Benz, marked Inox/Solingen.

The black Browning (3rd photo) is simply marked 'Made in Germany'.

You've got some great specimens there!  :like:
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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #18 on: May 24, 2017, 05:39:31 AM
Thanks.   :cheers:

According to Levine's Guide to Knives, Overland was short for Fred Mac Overland, an LA-based importer. The knives were imported from Germany c.a. 1952.
Merit Badges Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must buy an item through the MTo Store Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with photos of your Mora knives in use Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 130mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Start a new thread with photos of at least 12 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread with a photo showing the axe in use Start a new thread with photos of your hobo knives in use Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Must start a thread with a photo of at least three (3) of your watches Start a thread with a photo of at least ten OPT's in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your astronomy gear with a multitool Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Must start a thread showing a photo of at least eight BO tools Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC Start a new thread demonstrating paracord knot tying Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection

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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #19 on: May 24, 2017, 05:49:40 AM
Quote from: ColoSwiss on May 24, 2017, 05:39:31 AM
Thanks.   :cheers:

According to Levine's Guide to Knives, Overland was short for Fred Mac Overland, an LA-based importer. The knives were imported from Germany c.a. 1952.

Dang! I gotta get me a Levine's Guide!  Thanks man, I was pretty unclear about it.   So Overland was like a Hoffritz type of thing?  So I wonder who the original manufacturer was   :think:

 :cheers:

edit:  I've updated the description with this info.  Thanks again CS  :cheers:
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“All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence, and then success is sure.” - Mark Twain
Merit Badges Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a Camper SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa.  Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Pioneer X for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must buy an item through the MTo Store Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Test,please ignore Start a thread with photos of at least eight different colored ALOX models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge. Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection

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Re: Sakalike Alert!
Reply #20 on: May 24, 2017, 06:05:12 AM
'Levine's Guide to Knives and their Values', by Bernard Levine. The 4th edition is the one everyone wants. Unfortunately now rare and pricey. Later editions dropped Levine, while keeping his name on the cover, and substantially reducing the content. Lots of hard feelings over that.   

https://www.amazon.com/Levines-Guide-Knives-Their-Values/dp/0873491890/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495598541&sr=8-1&keywords=levine%27s+guide+to+knives
Merit Badges Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must buy an item through the MTo Store Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with photos of your Mora knives in use Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 130mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Start a new thread with photos of at least 12 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread with a photo showing the axe in use Start a new thread with photos of your hobo knives in use Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Must start a thread with a photo of at least three (3) of your watches Start a thread with a photo of at least ten OPT's in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your astronomy gear with a multitool Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Must start a thread showing a photo of at least eight BO tools Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC Start a new thread demonstrating paracord knot tying Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection

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