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Case XX 64052 4-Blade Medium Congress " Pretty Bone" Vintage 1975
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Case XX 64052 4-Blade Medium Congress " Pretty Bone" Vintage 1975
The Case XX 64052 4-Blade Medium Congress from 1975 is a highly collectible slipjoint pocket knife, identifiable by its 5-dot tang stamp located beneath the "USA" marking on the primary blade.
Physical Description & Specifications
- Pattern Number: 64052.
- Blades: Features four blades typically made of Chrome Vanadium (CV) carbon steel or Tru-Sharp stainless steel.Handle (Scales): Made of "Pretty Bone," often referred to as Red Bone or Jigged Bone, known for its deep color and textured grip.
- Blade Types: Sheepsfoot, Spear, Coping, and Pen blade.
- Blade Length: Usually under 2.75 inches.
- Dimensions: Approximately 3.63 inches (3 5/8") when closed.
- Construction: Includes nickel silver bolsters and a pinned shield on the handle.
Dating & Authenticity
- 1975 Tang Stamp: Authenticate this year by looking for 5 dots on the tang stamp. Case used a 10-dot system in the 1970s, removing one dot for each year (10 dots for 1970, 9 for 1971, etc.).
- Pattern Code: The "6" indicates bone handles, the "4" specifies the number of blades, and "052" is the factory pattern for the Medium Congress.
- Never used, carried or sharpened
- No box
- Condition is near mint, see all photos
