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SMKW Price Increase

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Bryant Apr 14. 17 Replies 1 Like

I asked SMKW about the increase in prices on 2 New Folding Hunters that I have been inquiring on at least daily some time more often checking to see if they were available. On BOTH the PB&J SFO…Continue

Case 1998 Worn Groove

Started this discussion. Last reply by Andy Larrison Feb 27, 2023. 2 Replies 0 Likes

Hello I am searching for Information on the Following item. It is a Case Cutlery 1998 62048 Brown Worm Groove Slim line or Farmers Trapper. it came to me in the original late 1990's era Tested…Continue

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Lars Ray commented on Mike Bryant's photo

Casexxx 2025 HandBook.

"I think I will start a photo album showing what books I have in my library. If nothing else it will possibly start some conversations or even a research request. If I'm going to have them, then I might as well use them! Not a new idea,…"

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KnifeMakerAndy Larrison commented on Mike Bryant's photo

Casexxx 2025 HandBook.

"Nice book. I picked one up when they came out earlier this year. There will be another one released as well, but not sure on timing. Not anytime soon is what Case told us."

Friday

Lars Ray commented on Mike Bryant's photo

Casexxx 2025 HandBook.

"Oh sweet deal! Many a reference book are as valuable and pricy as the knife itself - so this too is a great investment. So...what are your 2025 "look this up for me please" rates? (Tee Hee). That's how you get your ROI on your…"

Thursday

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Casexxx 2025 HandBook.

Case xx Handbook Illustrated knife pattern Guide.From SMKW. I added this to my reference library for the 1990's through 2030 indentification of tang stamps.Case has had so many during this time frame it some times can get confusing to Old knifers.…

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J.J. Smith III commented on Mike Bryant's photo

Queen Burbt Stag Barlow

"Yes sir, that's definitely a looker."

Jun 20

Lars Ray commented on Mike Bryant's photo

Queen Burbt Stag Barlow

"oooohh....super purdy! That's a nice total package too, well done!"

Jun 20

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Lars Ray commented on Mike Bryant's photo

Case xx TH 62165 -2

"What...no juicy details? How in the world are you going to convince me to start collecting Case folders if you leave out the good stuff? Data, data, data....can't make bricks without straw you know. :-D I know a picture is worth a thousnd…"

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FeaturedJeremy B. Buchanan commented on Mike Bryant's photo

Rough Ryder Trapper

"Great looking Trapper!"

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May 5

Featureddead_left_knife_guy replied to Mike Bryant's discussion SMKW Price Increase

"Lars, that was an awesome reply -- even before you mentioned me!!! Mike, I don't know. I've only got a couple Case knives, certainly not focused on Case in my collection, but some of those prices -- sounds like GEC! I'm…"

Apr 9

J.J. Smith III replied to Mike Bryant's discussion SMKW Price Increase

"Hum? This topic has gotten me wondering about where does CASE source their raw materials from. While they're made, here, in the USofA, where does their steel come from... Handle material... Up until now, I hadn't ever thought about…"

Apr 9

KnifeMakerAndy Larrison replied to Mike Bryant's discussion SMKW Price Increase

"That's a great reply Lars. I'm in a similar boat as Mike, but haven't decided to jump ship yet. I buy what I feel I can afford and what appeals to me. I used to buy alot more because of pricing and also…"

Apr 9

Lars Ray replied to Mike Bryant's discussion SMKW Price Increase

"I'm sorry to hear that rising prices are pushing you away from a brand you love Mike, but I get it, I really do. And I imagine many others here on iKC are in the same spot or feel the same crunch. As Marketing gurus will tell you, for every one…"

Apr 8

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Profile: User/Collector

How did you hear about iKnifeCollector?: I really do not Remeber how the First Time.

Do you currently subscribe to any knife publication (offline): No

How long have you collected knives?: 31 to 35 years

Favorite Kind of Knives: Folding Hunter, Bowie, Jumbo Trappers & Anything that strikes my fancy!

About Me: bmichaelusa1@gmail.com

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2024 my prespective.

Posted on December 20, 2024 at 14:22 9 Comments 2 Likes

2024 has been for my knife collecting not the best year yet! But certainly not the slimest in collecting in the last 24 years. I managed to increase by 20 my collection. I determined this by revisiting my page & looking back at my posted pictures from 2024. Like everyone else I would believe the prices I paid have increased drastically since Covid.I would welcome others opinion on any topic in this post. Some of the ones I wanted to include in my collection were twice as expensive as…

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