This knife for sale is one of the 1989 issue Case Centennial Collection knives, issued as a part of the Case Centennial Collection Set in a quantity of 500 pieces total. W.R. Case & Sons issued the Centennial Collection Mint Set in 1989 to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Case's existence in the world of cutlery. There were a total of 100 knives in the set with the knives in the set being manufactured with Genuine Stag, Redbone (cattle bone), or Goldflake handles. There was a total of only 500 Case Centennial Mint Sets released. The knife for sale is the 1989 issue Case Centennial Set R6243 Daddy Barlow, 5" closed, featuring Case's "Standard" Jigged Redbone handles and nickel silver bolsters. The front side pocket end bolster features the official Case Long Tail C serialization and #231. The etching on the master Clip blade reads Case XX Tested Centennial 1889-1989. The front tang of the master Clip blade is stamped with Case XX 1889 1989, while the front tang of the Spey blade is pattern stamped with R6243 SS. Both blades have half stops and good "walk and talk" snap. The shield is the special encircled Case Centennial Shield; this shield was used exclusively for the Case Centennial collection knives in 1989. Be sure to check out all of the pictures to see the knife’s condition. This knife is in excellent condition & has never been used, carried or sharpened. It has been part of a private collection since its original purchase. Knife may have very minor wear and handling marks. This one comes in a Case factory replacement box. Be sure to visit our ecommerce site Supremium Cutlery (google it). Satisfaction Guaranteed. If you have any questions, please ask. Thanks for looking!!
