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This is a high quality 1980's era pocket knife imported from Seki Japan.
WOSTENHOLM is the tang stamp. IXL blade etch.
Imported by the then new owners of the famous Wostenholm/IXL trademarks.
Pattern: Large single-blade lockback knife
Closed Length: 5”
Handle Material: Genuine buffalo horn.
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Other:Nickel silver bolsters, brass liners.
This knife is in unused near mint condition – it has never been used, sharpened, or carried - factory blade finish, factory edge.
The blade has strong snap, tight lockup, no wobble.
The handles have no cracks or chips.
"Near Mint" only due to light tarnish and handling rub marks on the bolsters.
Tarnish on the backspring and the exposed brass liners.
This knife will be a great addition to any knifecollection or a great solid everyday carry knife.
The knife pictured is the actual item forsale.
No sheath or box.
The knife shown in the photos is the exact knife that you will receive.
All knives will be shipped promptly to you in a sturdy corrugated box.
Sales to USA Locations Only - Buyer must be at least 18 years of age.
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Any knives listed as having BONE handles have handles made of Bovine bone from the South American Zebu cattle.
Any knives listed as having STAG handles have handles made of Sambar deer antler - naturally shed.