CASE XX BULLDOG # 5172 1965-1969 Excellent For Sale

The is a vintage Case XX

5172 Bulldog (or Clasp Folding Hunter) pocket knife featuring a genuine stag horn handle, an oval \"CASE\" shield, and nickel silver bolsters.Model/Pattern: Case XX Pattern #5172 (Bulldog!.Clasp Hunter)Handle Material: Genuine textured stag horn with brass pins and liners

Hardware: Nickel silver bolsters and a curved butt cap

Based on the distinct tang stamps, handle texture, and measurements, this is a highly collectible vintage Case XX Pattern #5172 Stag \"Bulldog\" Clasp Knife manufactured between 1965 and 1969.

Here is a breakdown of the history, specifications, and details of this knife:

Production Era & Dating

• The \"Hand Made in U.S.A.\" Stamp: This specific phrasing stamped across two lines on the back of the clip-point blade is a highly documented transitional variant used by Case from 1965 to 1969.

• The \"No-Dot\" Factor: Because it lacks the dating dots introduced by Case in 1970, it confirms its mid-to-late 1960s origin. ®

* Material and Pattern Breakdown

• Pattern Number (5172):

• 5 represents genuine Stag Horn handle scales.

• 1 indicates it is a single-blade folding knife.

• 72 designates Case\'s legendary massive Clasp

• / Bulldog frame geometry.• Handle Composition: The scales are made from premium, deeply grooved genuine deer stag accented by an inlaid nickel-silver \"open C\" Case

• 1 indicates it is a single-blade folding knife.

• 72 designates Case\'s legendary massive Clasp

• / Bulldog frame geometry.

• Handle Composition: The scales are made from premium, deeply grooved genuine deer stag accented by an inlaid nickel-silver \"open C\" Case oval shield. It features prominent brass pins holding the handles tightly to the heavy brass liners. B KnivesAtlanta +1

• Blade Geometry & Steel: This model features a wide, robust high-carbon steel clip-point blade designed for hunting and heavy-duty utility tasking. 9B KnivesAtlanta +1

• , Size Profile

• Closed Length: Measures exactly 5.5 inches when folder hinges shut (as cleanly demonstrated alongside your machinist rule).

• Open Length: Stretches out to an impressive overall footprint of 9.625 inches.

PLEASE NOTE : only the item described is being sold. None of the props or background items are being sold or included! The clear black plastic container will be included. If a stand is included it WILL BE IN THE DESCRIPTION!! Please read the description and ask any questions please.. I\'m happy to answer all inquiries regarding my sales.