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Identify a MYSTERY KNIFE and get 10% off any one item!

Dating and identifying old knives can be difficult at times, even for the seasoned collector.  

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If you would like to test your knowledge, please take a look at the pictures below.  If you can positively identify one (or more) of the mystery knives KNIFE TRADING POST will provide a 10% discount on one knife of your choice.  We will be sure to include many pictures including their tang stamp areas and all sides.

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To submit your information simply send an email to INFO@KNIFETRADINGPOST.COM.  Please be sure to submit the knifes mystery number, knife maker, date range made, and any further information you may have.  Once your information is received, AND WE CAN VERIFY THAT THE IDENTITY IS CORRECT, we will provide the discount.

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THANKS AND SHOW US YOUR KNOWLEDGE!

Not every knife has a tang stamp.  So, this can make determining its manufacturer difficult.  

Mystery Knife #1

SOLVED!  This knife was made by Colonial USA.

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Mystery Knife #6

Marked "PAT. NCS 217C537 2281782"

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Mystery Knife #11

Marked "U.S.A" only.

Mystery Knife #2

No tang marks.  Could be from Pakistan.

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Mystery Knife #7

Marked "Stainless Steel Japan"

SOLD BUT UNSOLVED

Mystery Knife #12

Marked "U.S.A" only.

Mystery Knife #3

Appears to have a Patent # only. "203294" & "217953"

SOLD BUT UNSOLVED

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Mystery Knife #4

Marked "U.S.A. and appears to have a Patent #2297655.

Mystery Knife #5

Marked "U.S.A" only.

SOLD BUT UNSOLVED

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Mystery Knife #9

Mystery Knife #10

No markings.  Black delrin handles.

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Mystery Knife #13

No markings found.  Black delrin handle.

Marked "High Carbon Steel" and "USA".

Mystery Knife #14

10k or 14k gold filled.  No markings found.

Marked "Made in USA".

Mystery Knife #15

No markings found.

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