Just got a old Wenger

[captain spaulding]

Just got this and I was expecting it to be in worse condition, but its actually not to bad. Any info on this knife would be appreciated. Age, Value, ect....  I am going to clean it up a bit and will get more pictures after I do. Here are the first impression pictures. Enjoy.   









Sorry I forgot to take pictures of the tang stamp.

Front: Wenger
         Switzerland

Back:  WENGERINOX  (crossbow)

[space cowboy]

Its very nice but, no EDC for me at least.

[Singh]

Whooo, nice!

I eagerly await for pics of the tools.

[condcup]

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,42538.0.html

[colt 1911]

Can i have it ?

[captain spaulding]

Can i have it ?

Sure can't.     


Mine all mine.   

[ColoSwiss]

From the shield - 1950s to early 1960s.

10 blades? That's rare.

Very nice! 

[enki_ck]

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,42538.0.html

you're kidding right.


Steve, that looks in good condition for its age

Any pics of the tools?

[condcup]

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,42538.0.html

you're kidding right.


Steve, that looks in good condition for its age

Any pics of the tools?

Hmm... how much? $50.00, $100.00? Sell it!

[captain spaulding]

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,42538.0.html

you're kidding right.


Steve, that looks in good condition for its age

Any pics of the tools?

Uhhh...... my names not Steve.    

Anyways I am going to give it a soak and a cleaning and then I will get pictures of all the tools.   

[captain spaulding]

From the shield - 1950s to early 1960s.

10 blades? That's rare.

Very nice! 

Good to hear. Thanks.   

[jaydar]

From the shield - 1950s to early 1960s.

10 blades? That's rare.

Very nice! 

Good to hear. Thanks.   

I think that is a fantastic buy, I have not seen many saks with exposed rivets and that number of layers , as long as there are no broken tools I would say >$100

As far as age I am going to guess at 55-64 its much easier with vic's because of the can opener.

Hope the scissors are ok

[MARIOS7319]

Very nice find, for that number of layers that it has, is rare one.

[MARIOS7319]

 

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

 

[condcup]

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

 

   :twak:I'd wait to see the tools opened, for unseen condition I'd value for ~$5.00-$25.00??

[Wootz]

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

 

   :twak:I'd wait to see the tools opened, for unseen condition I'd value for ~$5.00-$25.00??

I'll take 3 of those beauties for that price. 

[condcup]

Depending on condition, scales, missing toothpick, tools scratches?, if you'd post pictures with the tools opened, age 50s?, value $5.00?

 

   :twak:I'd wait to see the tools opened, for unseen condition I'd value for ~$5.00-$25.00??

I'll take 3 of those beauties for that price. 

For $33.00, I'd take 5 of those Wenger Soldier '55!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SWISS-ARMY-KNIFE-WENGERINOX-DATED-1955-/390510749765#ht_649wt_922

[enki_ck]

Uhhh...... my names not Steve.    

Anyways I am going to give it a soak and a cleaning and then I will get pictures of all the tools.   

Uuups, sorry Captain. I shouldn't have been posting at 4,30 am.

[papercut]

Seems like the Wenger "We Don't Service Old Knives" policy puts a damper on their aftermarket value...

[Espen]

Love the exposed rivets on those vintage saks.

[MARIOS7319]

Seems like the Wenger "We Don't Service Old Knives" policy puts a damper on their aftermarket value...

Yes, i believe that is one of the reasons.
Except if you lucky to find one in good condition, but then the price will be high.

[captain spaulding]

Just did the cleanup this morning and will get pictures of the tools up asap.

[MARIOS7319]

Just did the cleanup this morning and will get pictures of the tools up asap.

I look forward to seeing them. 

[captain spaulding]

Well the scales look worn. The main blade and small blade have seen better days but they are definitely still usable. The file is well used, the rest of the tools look good though. I was testing the scissors and they still cut very well. I wish it cleaned up better in a few areas but honestly i'm very fond of the knife and all the tools are perfectly fine for use. Whats the possibility of a scale swap on this? Anyways here are the pictures.


















Before cleaning tang stamp:

[enki_ck]

at scale swapping!

It's perfect as it is. Very nice find.

[Marius]

What a nice and interesting SAK! Absolutely a great find.

If it would be mine I would keep these original scales on.

[jerseydevil]

Very pretty Cap'n!    +1 for leaving the scales as-is.

[tattoosteve99]

I'd put carbon fiber on the scales :evil:  I'll even put my modder hat back on for that one

[captain spaulding]

I'd put carbon fiber on the scales :evil:  I'll even put my modder hat back on for that one

While very tempting I think i'm siding with leaving the scales on. I really would love to take it apart so it can get properly cleaned and if I do so I will definitely get new scales put on. You will be the first to know if it happens. 

[Crouton]

That's a handsome knife for sure.  It would make a fun EDC if it didn't set you back too much.  I get a kick out of getting use from a tool that's older than me.

Nice find.