1985 Kershaw Limited Edition/Special Order German Damascus Knife, #302 of 500

Description: RARE 1985 Kershaw Damascus Steel Knife Display Box, Sheath, Papers #302 of less than 500 Made almost 40 years ago in limited numbers, these true Damascus Steel blades are super scarce. Unlike many "Limited Edition" knives, this knife was available by special order only and were basically made one at a time as they were ordered. Made only in 1985 and 1986, the knives were truly limited editions and less than 500 were to be produced per year. Very few were ever made, probably due to their initial $400 price tag and were discontinued in 1986! Super Scarce! 5" blade, 10 1/16" overall length. Model # 4480 Matching serial number #302 on blade, side of chest and Makers Card. Unused and uncarried, the knife is in mint condition, with no issues noted. I do see a small ding to the lid of the chest and some light marks on the end of the leather sheath (see pics). The bottom of the chest is lined with black felt as seen in the photo. If you have questions, or would like additional photos, just message me! Ref N348 Framable Kershaw certificate reads: "THE DAMASCUS STEEL STORY" The distinctive pattern of this Damascus steel knife is hand-forged in Solingen, Germany, using a process dating back to the steel swords of the Middle Ages. There are only a few knife makers in the entire world who have the talent to create this same kind of metallurgical art. Mr. Manfred Sachse, of Solingen Germany, is one of this rare breed. The blade of the Kershaw Damascus Knife is a lamination of 320 layers of iron and steel. To accomplish the lamination, glowing iron is hammered and folded 320 times, producing a marbled blade many times the strength of a single piece. Solid core Indian Sambar stag horn is used to hold the blade tang. Each knife is serial numbered and Mr. Sachse will make fewer than 500 of these knives each year. The card that accompanies this knife shows the serial number, the date of manufacture and his signature. Each knife is guaranteed to be perfect. Pete Kershaw, President" Card reads: Serial no. 302 forged by Manfred Sachse manufactured: 4.11.85 Solingen, West Germany Please review all of the photos as they are part of the description and are of the actual item listed. Photos will supersede any written descriptions in case I missed noting anything or made an error in what I did write, so please look closely and ask questions if in doubt.

Price: 645 USD

Location: Zanesville, Ohio

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