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GERBER limited President's Collection stag handled set (number 136/1,000)
This is a highly collectible(Limited) Presidential Collection manufactured by the well known and prestigious maker, "Gerber". If you are a Gerber collector then you know this set doesn't come up for sale everyday. This particular set is a set of 3 and one of only a few that were hand engraved by Pierce. The others are pretty plain and don't have this much detail and one of a kind craftsmanship. They were produced in the 1970's and only 1,000 were made, this set of which has unique features and engraving work by one of the best. These knives were stored away safely in there case, almost untouched for years and were not exposed to sun, moisture, or any other damaging factors. It comes in its original solid walnut display chest. The chest is lined with red velvet. Being 40+ years old the velvet has become very delicate and is prone to tearing. It is deteriorated and has tears as shown in pictures which seems to be common due to the glue/ adhesive they used to attach the fabric during manufacturing. Most of the sets that are selling today have similar deteriorating fabric and can be easily replaced. The knives themselves are unused and un sharpened and have never been carried. Overall condition is excellent for age. They only have normal handling wear from being handled and having the blade opened and closed on rare occasion with minor surface scuffs. View pictures and examine for yourself. They have no dings, damage, or nicks.the largest knife has an overall length of 5-1/8” closed with a 4-3/8” blade length, the middle knife has an over all length of 4-1/4” closed with a 3-3/4” blade length and the smallest knife has an overall length of 3-3/8” closed with a 2-7/8” blade length. This set is numbered 136/1000 and came with it's original authenticity presentation card signed by Pete Gerber with it's craftsmanship information and validation number. The steel is 440 C stainless and is hardened to 57-59 C on the Rockwell scale. This is a burly set with beautiful, heavy, thick, hand selected Sambhar Stag handles. This set consists of 3 matching lock back Sportsman knives. Small, medium, and large hunter. All three are hand engraved front and rear brass bolsters done by a master engraver and signed and stamped on the blade tang with the appropriate, "Gerber" makers mark and, "Portland. Or 97223 U.S.A," on the reverse tang. They are all stamped on there brass butt with there appropriate manufacturing number 0136, validating that these all belong to the same set manufactured from the limited 1,000 produced. Overall this set is a looker and a great example of master craftsmanship from the 1970's. This would make an excellent addition to any collection and are becoming very rare to find for sale and in such great condition. There is no returns on this item so please read description, view pictures, and ask questions prior to purchasing. Thanks for your interest.
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Lot of sports negatives
These are 5x7 and 8x10 negatives from The Associated Press - where my father in law worked as a printer from 1949-1999 these are blown up from original to be placed in the paper - there are 128 in total- besides teams there are babe ruth and Lou G giving farewell speech - I also have his press pass - Thanks
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RARE 1940's LEVI'S Saddleman Cowboy Statue
LEVI STRAUSS" Saddle man Cowboy Statue 1940's was dist. to Levi retailers.The Levi Saddle man one of the first and most sought after counter displays, is constructed of heavy composite rubber. It stands 30" tall. Few have survived and even fewer in this fine condition. All original and minor professional restoration. Listed in Kovels Antiques & Collectibles 1998 Est. value was $ 4,000. I inherited the statue from my grandfather nine years ago. My grandfather's legacy was working for LEVI'S and STRAUSS as one of the top salesman for the company in San Francisco/Long Beach in the 1940's till the late 1970's.
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LEVI STRAUSS" Saddleman Cowboy Statue 1940's
"LEVI STRAUSS" Saddle man Cowboy Statue 1940's was dist. to Levi retailers.The Levi Saddle man one of the first and most sought after counter displays, is constructed of heavy composite rubber. It stands 30" tall. Few have survived and even fewer in this fine condition. All original and minor professional restoration. Listed in Kovels Antiques & Collectibles 1998 Est. value was $ 4,000. Passed down to me after my late grandfather nine years ago, he worked for LEVI's in SF.
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