Zippo & Case Knife Elk Commemorative Set ~ Scrimshaw by Linda Layden ~ Vintage 1995

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Zippo & Case Knife Elk Commemorative Set ~ Scrimshaw by Linda Layden ~ Vintage 1995

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Zippo & Case Knife Elk Commemorative Set ~ Scrimshaw by Linda Layden ~ Vintage 1995

The 1995 Zippo & Case Knife Elk Commemorative Set is a highly collectible, limited-edition sportsmanship set featuring custom wildlife artwork by renowned scrimshaw artist Linda Layden. This collaborative release captures a pivotal era shortly after Zippo Manufacturing Company acquired W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company in 1993.

Specifications & Details

Production Year: 1995
Total Edition Size: Limited to 750 sets worldwide
Your Serial Number: #042 (engraved/inscribed as part of the limited run)
Artwork Method: Scrimshaw style by artist Linda Layden, known for her highly detailed wildlife portraits on collectable cutlery and lighters.

Visual & Component Description

1. The Zippo Lighter

Base Finish: Brushed chrome.
Front Design: Features cream-colored synthetic "Ultralite" panels attached to the face. The layout is split into two distinct scrimshawed scenes:Reverse Design: The back panels typically mirror or complement the fine wildlife scrimshaw theme found on the front.
- Top lid panel: A pristine mountain range, evoking the Rocky Mountain habitats of North American elk.
- Bottom body panel: A detailed scene portraying three elk traversing a scenic mountain meadow.
Signature: Art elements are hand-signed or bear the distinct mark of artist Linda Layden.

2. The Case Pocket Knife

Style: Single-bladed folding lockback or pocket knife measuring approximately 6 5/16" fully open and 3 5/8" closed.
Handle: Adorned with matching cream-colored panels displaying Linda Layden's scrimshaw artwork of the elk meadow scene, maintaining visual cohesion with the lighter. [1]
Blade Inscription: Crafted from high-grade Case stainless steel. The front side of the blade is polished and etched with the words: "Case Elk Commemorative Limited Edition One of 750" (or your specific sequential unit notation). The reverse side of the blade remains cleanly unetched.

3. Presentation Packaging

The complete set is housed inside a custom black presentation display case.
The outer lid features the classic gold or silver foil-stamped W.R. Case XX logo in the upper left corner and the iconic Zippo flame logo in the upper right corner, symbolizing the partnership of the two historic Bradford, Pennsylvania manufacturers.