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Old Soldiers 1908

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Old Soldiers 1908
on: August 14, 2019, 11:35:21 AM
Hello everyone

I am looking to pick up some old fibre handle soldiers/officers knives. I don't suppose there is anyone that is willing to part with any?


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #1 on: August 14, 2019, 11:44:10 AM
What condition does it have to be in?


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #2 on: August 14, 2019, 12:06:36 PM
Well one of my fantasies at the moment is to get one of the Rothlisberger restorations.

https://www.messer-knife.ch/index.php/produkte/spezialmesser

So even if its just got a good three tools a trashed main blade and broken scales I would probably be interested. 😁👍


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #3 on: August 14, 2019, 12:17:19 PM
I've got a 1950 Soldier with all tools in complete condition.
No bends, twists or deformed main blade from sharpening.

The catch is that some Swiss soldier figured it would serve well as a hammer and ended up flattening the butt of the knife, to the point where it can actually stand on it's own.

I can post pics later today or tomorrow.


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #4 on: August 14, 2019, 01:39:51 PM
Thanks 👍


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #5 on: August 16, 2019, 11:19:02 AM
:facepalm:

I completely forgot because I had to pack.

Out of country now, but if you don't find any other offerings before the 26th, feel free to pm me.
(In case I forget to post pics again ::)  )


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #6 on: August 16, 2019, 11:22:27 AM
I have picked up 3 1908s since we talked last. I like the sound of yours because I want one I can pull to bits.

Please let me see it when you are back and maybe we can do a trade or cash.

It's a shame you are away you won't be there when the OC Settler arrives...


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #7 on: August 16, 2019, 11:51:51 AM
Now this is getting... A bit creepy :ahhh


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #8 on: August 16, 2019, 11:52:18 AM
Oh and on topic:
As parts donor, it's the perfect knife!


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #9 on: August 16, 2019, 12:13:38 PM
Nothing creepy. My mate traded it with you. I noticed you posting the vintage knives in your recent thread. 😋


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #10 on: August 26, 2019, 01:56:13 PM
Nothing creepy. My mate traded it with you. I noticed you posting the vintage knives in your recent thread.
Aha!
J.M.

So, the 1950 Soldier...











Toolwise, it's in perfect shape.
It's just that the frame isn't shaped as it should be. (Ever saw a Mod 1908 tailstand??)
The awl is wobbly when closed, causing the main blade to close on it if you push the awl sideways when you opened the main blade.


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Re: Old Soldiers 1908
Reply #11 on: August 26, 2019, 01:57:05 PM
Normally:



When pushed sideways:


 

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