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Vintage PRESTO Paratrooper Switchblade w/ Imit Jigged Bone
[PRESTO-BONE]

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Vintage PRESTO 1929-1956 (Geo Schrade) Bridgeport, CONN 1940's Paratrooper Switchblade  with Imit Jigged Bone & Bail

PRESTO was the name George Schrade (Bridgeport, Conn) used for the majority of their knives. This model was a civilian issue based on the military Paratrooper Knife which although not an Official military issue it still adds high "cross over" interest to the collectors of both militaria and automatic knives.

 Measures 4 1/8" closed. Overall length open is 7".  The " Mirror polished Clip point Blade is marked "PRESTO MADE IN U.S.A." on the front of the tang and "GEO. SCHRADE BRIDGEORT. CONN." on the backside. Imit Jigged Bone Handles are very nice with a stabilized pin crack on the frontside at the top.

 Mirror Polished Carbon Steel Blade is exceptionally clean. Blade is full and shows no staining or pitting. Blade seats deep into the handle. Bail located at the base. Safety works fine. Spring Action is excellent with some up and down/side to side blade movement in the open position. Tangs are clean and nicely struck. Inside is clean.

Normally when found this model is heavily worn and in poor condition due to heavy use.. This example would be considered to be Very Good+ . Includes a custom zippered storage pouch. A superb example for your collection.

Overall Length:7"
Blade Length:2 7/8"
Blade Material:Carbon Steel
Handle Material:Jigged Bone
Lock Type:Button Lock
Safety:Yes
Bolster(s):Polished Steel
Liner(s):Steel
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