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gb Offline SAK42

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Dating My Collection
on: September 13, 2023, 04:52:50 PM
Hi Everyone,

I'm a keen SAK enthusiast, obviously.  :cheers:

I've had a SAK of some kind or another since I was a boy (30+yrs ago), and the past year  I have curated them all together, bought some new/old ones and given them all a good clean/service.

I have done as much research as I can on dating all the models by using the helpful links in here and the WIKI mainly by using the Tang Stamps, but would love to share the photos I have taken to see if anyone can further clarify or correct me. All the photos I have include Front / Back Tang and all tools out Front / Back.

Am I ok to post them for you to see and evaluate? There are 8 models or so I need help with, so maybe I'll keep to this 1 thread to keep the forum tidy?

Thanks in advance.
 :)




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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #1 on: September 13, 2023, 05:41:40 PM
Welcome to  :MTO:, SAK42!

Show us your pics, please, and you'll get some informed comments. That's part & parcel of the SAK forum.
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« Last Edit: September 13, 2023, 05:48:11 PM by tinker gnome »
Best regards and stay safe,

Wolfgang

gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #2 on: September 13, 2023, 05:47:18 PM
Quote from: tinker gnome on September 13, 2023, 05:41:40 PM
Welcome to  :MTO:, SAK42!

Sow us your pics, please, and you'll get some informed comments. That's part & parcel of the SAK forum.
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Thanks Tinker Gnome, that's what I like to hear!  :tu:

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #3 on: September 13, 2023, 05:51:57 PM
Modeler
1976 - 1986










gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #4 on: September 13, 2023, 05:58:08 PM
Climber
1986-1991





gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #5 on: September 13, 2023, 06:00:45 PM
Economy Climber
1986-1992





gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #6 on: September 13, 2023, 06:02:58 PM
Field Master
1992-2005





gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #7 on: September 13, 2023, 06:05:27 PM
Classic SD
Date = ?






gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #8 on: September 13, 2023, 06:11:05 PM
Sportsman (1 of 2)
Date = ?

I have 2 Sportsman - with different Tang Stamps

This one appears newer.

Has a Half Stop on the Bottle Opener.








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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #9 on: September 13, 2023, 06:12:34 PM
Sportsman (2 of 2)
Date = ?

Older one

No Half Stop on Bottle Opener.





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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #10 on: September 14, 2023, 03:16:07 AM
A fine collection you have there :like:

Don’t think I can add any further info as I’d be using the same sources as you :think:

Always nice seeing pics, there’s something often said around here

:worthless:

;) :cheers:
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Reply #11 on: September 14, 2023, 12:43:44 PM
Very nice photos.  There isn't any warning on the boxes for these things, but perhaps it should be pointed out that they are extremely addictive.  Also, you should know that this isn't a support group, but rather a nest infested with highly contagious and dangerous people.  Rather like an old-time opium den, but without the nice dreams.  I am afraid that at this stage you could fit right in.  It doesn't appear that you have been exposed to more than the Victorinox plague, but be careful.  Best wishes.  Gary  :(
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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #12 on: September 14, 2023, 03:52:53 PM
Quote from: Echotech on September 14, 2023, 03:16:07 AM
A fine collection you have there :like:

Don’t think I can add any further info as I’d be using the same sources as you :think:

Always nice seeing pics, there’s something often said around here

:worthless:

;) :cheers:

Thanks!  :salute:

Re: Dates - I've just gone by the tangs on them, but have seen experts on reddit point out the tiniest details on tools etc that might hone in my broad predictions. Will see if someone comes along and adds anything.


gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #13 on: September 14, 2023, 03:56:43 PM
Quote from: IMR4198 on September 14, 2023, 12:43:44 PM
Very nice photos.  There isn't any warning on the boxes for these things, but perhaps it should be pointed out that they are extremely addictive.  Also, you should know that this isn't a support group, but rather a nest infested with highly contagious and dangerous people.  Rather like an old-time opium den, but without the nice dreams.  I am afraid that at this stage you could fit right in.  It doesn't appear that you have been exposed to more than the Victorinox plague, but be careful.  Best wishes.  Gary  :(

 :D

I also have a Spyderco disease, which is much worse on the wallet.

SAK's are worth it. Half of the collection up there all have sentimental value, including one from each of my passed Grandads.

Keeping an eye open at Junk Shops for bargains is something I enjoy already.

3 (Champ, Pioneer X, Rambler) have been from Amazon (no soul) - but fully intend to create my own scratches on them for someone to find in years to come  :D


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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #14 on: September 14, 2023, 04:00:15 PM
Alox Pioneer X
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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #15 on: September 14, 2023, 04:04:23 PM
Fisherman
Purchased 2016

30th Birthday gift, name has been blurred.





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Reply #16 on: September 14, 2023, 04:10:32 PM
Let's see if this spreadsheet from the SAK thingy will show up.  91mm evolution.  You can find it on the Wiki here, I think.  Best wishes.  Gary
 
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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #17 on: September 14, 2023, 04:13:00 PM
Rambler
(Purchased April '23)




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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #18 on: September 14, 2023, 04:22:30 PM
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gb Offline SAK42

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #19 on: September 14, 2023, 04:26:16 PM
Quote from: IMR4198 on September 14, 2023, 04:10:32 PM
Let's see if this spreadsheet from the SAK thingy will show up.  91mm evolution.  You can find it on the Wiki here, I think.  Best wishes.  Gary
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Cheers Gary, will have a look over it.
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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #20 on: September 14, 2023, 05:20:58 PM
My wishlist:

Angler
Ranger
Spartan
Bantam

"Roche" pharmaceutical branded one - any model.

The mission is to find vintage, and not buy new.

I'll update this thread with anything I find, hope you all enjoy!

 :tu:
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Reply #21 on: September 14, 2023, 08:24:49 PM
- Terry
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Reply #22 on: September 14, 2023, 10:26:44 PM

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Reply #23 on: September 14, 2023, 11:03:13 PM
Well blast it, I didn't bother to look at your location when I posted the link.
- Terry
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Reply #24 on: September 15, 2023, 04:09:03 AM
Quote from: SAK42 on September 13, 2023, 06:00:45 PM
Economy Climber
1986-1992
As can be seen in the spreadsheet that Gary posted, the Economy Climber is most likely 1991 or 1992. Victorinox (like most every cutler) is loath to waste anything, so ths scissors with screws may have continued another year or two after the riveted type were introduced.

A nice little collection you have there, and I highly recommend you add a Bantam! :tu:
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Reply #25 on: September 15, 2023, 08:16:58 AM
Nice collection and pics, SAK42!  :cheers:
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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #26 on: September 15, 2023, 03:35:54 PM
Quote from: Farmer X on September 15, 2023, 04:09:03 AM
As can be seen in the spreadsheet that Gary posted, the Economy Climber is most likely 1991 or 1992. Victorinox (like most every cutler) is loath to waste anything, so ths scissors with screws may have continued another year or two after the riveted type were introduced.

A nice little collection you have there, and I highly recommend you add a Bantam! :tu:

Ah nice one, I'll amend the post date. Thanks!

<edit> just realised I can't go back and modify the post.  :dunno:

Quote from: Rizio Il Ghiro on September 15, 2023, 08:16:58 AM
Nice collection and pics, SAK42!  :cheers:

Thanks Rizio  :tu:

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Re: Dating My Collection
Reply #27 on: September 15, 2023, 04:00:30 PM
Quote from: Echotech on September 14, 2023, 03:16:07 AM
A fine collection you have there :like:

Don’t think I can add any further info as I’d be using the same sources as you :think:

Always nice seeing pics, there’s something often said around here

:worthless:

;) :cheers:

+1

Thanks for sharing!

 :cheers: :tu:
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Reply #28 on: September 19, 2023, 03:45:50 PM

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Reply #29 on: November 03, 2023, 03:35:42 PM
Some new additions arrived yesterday, pics incoming.

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