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Vintage EKA Swede 60 Folding Knife – Rare Early Edition (Pat. Pend.)
Up for sale is a magnificent piece of Swedish knife history: a vintage EKA Swede 60 folding pocket knife in pristine, near-mint collectible condition.This is a highly sought-after early production model from the mid-1970s, featuring the rare \"PAT. PEND.\" (Patent Pending) stamp on the tang.Additionally, the blade features an original laser engraving from the Swedish Regional Forestry Board: \"Skogsvårdsstyrelsen i Kalmar län\".
This makes it a unique corporate/departmental edition, rarely seen on the market.
Key Features & Technical Specs:Brand: EKA Sweden (Eskilstuna)Model: Swede 60 (Early Edition)Blade Stamps: \"EKA SWEDEN\" (front) / \"SWEDE 60 STAINLESS PAT. PEND.\" (back)Blade Material: Premium Sandvik 12C27 Stainless SteelHandle Material: Beautiful African Bubinga Wood (Exotic Rosewood) with solid brass screwsLockingMechanism: Rock-solid Back-Lock system
Special Feature: Hidden, rotatable brass lanyard loop at the butt of the handle
Condition: Excellent, near-mint vintage condition. The blade is unsharpened with a factory edge, perfectly centered when closed, and has a strong snap. No cracks or chips in the wooden handle. Beautiful natural patina on the brass parts.
Dimensions:Blade length: approx. 3.6 inches (9.2 cm)Overall length (open): approx. 7.8 inches (20 cm)This knife is a perfect \"safe queen\" for any serious Scandinavian, Swedish, or vintage knife collector.
Worldwide shipping with tracking number.
Please review the high-resolution photos for the exact condition. Feel free to ask any questions before offerding!
