Looking for info on Boker leverlock
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Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Hello all,
I am looking for info on a knife that I own. It says "SPRINGER" on the bottom side of the knife, and on the blade it says "H.W.BOKER SOLINGEN".
thanks to all.
I am looking for info on a knife that I own. It says "SPRINGER" on the bottom side of the knife, and on the blade it says "H.W.BOKER SOLINGEN".
thanks to all.
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Are you sure the marking is "H.W. Boker?"
If so, it is possible the knife dates from the 1920-1930 era.
More likely, it was made between 1950-1958.
Are there any other markings on the blade, and can you post a close-up picture of the Boker stamping?
If so, it is possible the knife dates from the 1920-1930 era.
More likely, it was made between 1950-1958.
Are there any other markings on the blade, and can you post a close-up picture of the Boker stamping?
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
There was one on Bob's auction over a year ago with the same stamp and in the same condition. The flush pin spooked me from bidding at the time.
Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Hi Bill,
I took a close-up picture of the markings on the blade.
thanks,
mikechris
I took a close-up picture of the markings on the blade.
thanks,
mikechris
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Looks like a typical 1950's era "Springer" made by Bonsa.Bill DeShivs wrote:Are you sure the marking is "H.W. Boker?"
If so, it is possible the knife dates from the 1920-1930 era.
More likely, it was made between 1950-1958.
Are there any other markings on the blade, and can you post a close-up picture of the Boker stamping?
No, I'm not happy to see you, that's my 12cm "Red Rose" in my pocket!
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
I don't think it was madeby Bonsa. If it is a contract knife it is more likely a Weltersbach or Grafrath.
I'm going to make an educated guess that the knife is pre-WW2, though the jigged bone scales are unusual for that era.
Rare knife, in excellent condition!
I'm going to make an educated guess that the knife is pre-WW2, though the jigged bone scales are unusual for that era.
Rare knife, in excellent condition!
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
You must have 25+ posts to sell on the forum. All sales should be in the "Buy/Sell" forum.
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Beautiful knife. That's made for pocket carry! A 3 5/8" blade with a 4 1/2" handle is purpose built for the slacks, jacket, or sports coat pocket. (I do love it so)!
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
He asked for information, mentioned nothing about selling the knife.AndyS wrote:You must have 25+ posts to sell on the forum. All sales should be in the "Buy/Sell" forum.
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Yes, he did.
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Where does he say it's for sale? I don't see it.mikechris wrote:Hello all,
I am looking for info on a knife that I own. It says "SPRINGER" on the bottom side of the knife, and on the blade it says "H.W.BOKER SOLINGEN".
thanks to all.
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
You are quoting the original poster from 2008. AndyS mentioned selling his knife and it was deleted.sammy the blade wrote:Where is he say it's for sale? I don't see it.mikechris wrote:Hello all,
I am looking for info on a knife that I own. It says "SPRINGER" on the bottom side of the knife, and on the blade it says "H.W.BOKER SOLINGEN".
thanks to all.
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
I saw it. Why do you have a problem with that?
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Re: Looking for info on Boker leverlock
Because I don't see it here. Is that good enough for you?
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