Description
This is a vintage Weathertron Heat Pump advertising knife, made in Seki, Japan in circa 1970s for Star Sales Co. in Knoxville, TN. This is a factory sample prototype and does not have any tang stamps, but is identical to the Weathertron that we also have that is marked Star. It features wood handles and stainless blades. Measures 3.75" when closed.
Specs
Brand/Model: |
Star prototype
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Made in: |
Japan
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Condition: |
Vintage original unused factory edge with handling wear/aging.
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Year Produced: |
circa 1970s
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Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length:
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3.75 " long
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Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel
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Blade Length: |
2.62" long
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Handle:
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Wood
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Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage knife
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Knife Type: |
Folding Knife
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Number of Blades: |
2
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Lock Type: |
Slipjoint
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Opening Mechanism: |
Manual
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Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous
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