John Primble 5137 ~ Traditional 2-Blade Trapper ~ Vintage 1989

John Primble 5137 ~ Traditional 2-Blade Trapper ~ Vintage 1989

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John Primble ~ Trapper ~ Vintage 1989

The John Primble 5137 released in 1989 is a traditional 2-Blade Trapper folding knife. This specific edition was part of a series produced by Blue Ridge Cutlery (often associated with India Steel Works branding) to commemorate the brand's heritage.

Knife Pattern: Trapper.
Blade Configuration: Two blades—typically a clip point master blade and a speyblade.
Blade Material: Polished stainless steel with mirror finishes and "nail nick" opening grooves.
Handle Material: Pick bone scales (jigged bone) with brass liners.
Construction: Nickel silver bolsters and stainless steel springs.
Dimensions:Weight: Approximately 3.6 oz.
- Closed Length: 4 inches.
- Blade Length: 3.125 inches.
- Overall Length: 7 inches (fully open).

Historical Context

The 1989 version often features the "India Steel Works" tang stamp or etch, which was a reproduction of early John Primble branding originally used between 1890 and 1940. These 1980s reproductions were manufactured by the Bluegrass Cutlery Corporation in Manchester, Ohio, often utilizing the Queen Cutlery factory for production.