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Hi everyone, need a little guidance in some knives I've gotten. Long story short, Grandpa passed years ago, when cleaning out I got some items and now looking at them. I just want more information on what exactly I have, how to store and care, and possibly repair. I'm not sure where to post it to or what I should do with them.

I have a MSA gladstone stamped knife with a ?stag handle?, a deer hoof folding knife with a corkscrew. There is also a marbles or MSA (cant recall at the moment) stamped folding knife with a ivory-ish handle, that is the worst for wear.

I've looked online and local library but struggle to date and identify accurately. Hopefully I can gain help here... previous sites haven't panned out.

Thanks for pointing me in the right direction!

-Dave

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Permalink Reply by Steve Scheuerman (Manx) on April 25, 2017 at 11:08

Heya Dave...

Pictures. They are your friend for things like this. Any and all markings on the knife, both handle and blade, shots of both sides of the knife, sheaths or pouches as well. And if they come with any boxes or paperwork. These are the key to getting help identifying knives. :) As clear as possible. If you can post up some pics (using the 2nd little box on the left in the field where you would write your reply) and we can see what we can do!

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Permalink Reply by Dave H on April 25, 2017 at 12:12

Thank you Steve! I wasn't sure where I could post pictures. Here is one, the handle has a separation but is snug (pushing it doesn't close the gap).

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Permalink Reply by Steve Scheuerman (Manx) on April 25, 2017 at 12:28

Okay...here's a promising start for you...Marbles M.S.A. 7-inch Ideal Hunting Knife

https://picclick.com/Rare-Vintage-1905-09s-US-MSA-Marbles-Gladstone...

You did some great shots there, by the way, Dave!

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Permalink Reply by Steve Scheuerman (Manx) on April 25, 2017 at 12:38

HERE is some more Marbles info. Looks like it came from a great site! :)

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Permalink Reply by Steve Scheuerman (Manx) on April 25, 2017 at 12:39

You may have a few bucks there in that knife. Found one on Ebay too.

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Permalink Reply by Steve Scheuerman (Manx) on April 25, 2017 at 12:43

Aaaand...HERE is a little bit more I found. Hope it helps, Dave.

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Permalink Reply by Steve Scheuerman (Manx) on April 25, 2017 at 13:18

Oh...Marbles and M.S.A (Marbles Safety Axe) are the same beast. They changed to Marbles many many years ago.

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Permalink Reply by Dave H on April 26, 2017 at 18:53

Wowzers! So I've discovered that the different red and black rubber spacers on the handle will help date it too. There a reference book at city library I found, but need to set up time to drive in and look it up. Thanks for your help steve! I'll take pictures of the other knives too and post later this week-ish