Case XX Vintage Stag Russlock ~  Vintage 2000

The 2000 Case XX Vintage Stag Russlock (Model V51953L SS) is a highly collectible, USA-made pocket knife that debuted during the inaugural year of the Russlock pattern. 

• V51953L: The official Case pattern number. The V signifies Vintage Stag handles, 5 dictates genuine stag material, 1 represents a single blade, 953 defines the body profile, and L indicates a liner lock mechanism.
• 2000: The specific production year and introduction year of this pattern. 
• 5 DOT 5 X: The unique date-stamp code engraved on the front tang. Ten total characters (xxxxx***), with five Xs and five dots, explicitly verifies it was manufactured in the year 2000. 

• Closed Length: 4.25 inches.
• Blade Length: 2.75 inches.
• Blade Material: High-polish Tru-Sharp surgical stainless steel (indicated by SS on the rear tang).
• Blade Style: Clip point with an elongated, jimped tang extension lever.
• Handle Scales: Genuine, premium grooved vintage stag antler.
• Frame Accents: Polished nickel silver bolsters, brass liners, and an inset oval Case XX script shield. [