That was a great thing to do Lance. It's something that young man will carry with him forever.

Guys, i appreciate the kudos, but also the knife can be broken, lost, stolen, and it is only meant as a reminder to him of the rewards for service and an example as well,.... and i wanted him to understand even people he had never met were capable of caring and even rewarding those who might feel put down by circumstances beyond their control, and that there is a spirit of love which can transcend all that, and THAT is the important part....i probably never would have posted of this, but wanted to give Pat a share in the pleasure of giving since he could not be there, and keep in mind Pat had no assurance i wasn't a shyster and that there was a real chance the knife might simply disappear, and that was a good thing he did, taking that chance....and also hope perhaps to remind everyone, YOU can make a difference.

Back on topic with a few photos. Some of the folks who own these cases would rather remain anonymous.

The first two photos belong to a fellow that posts here. He can claim them if he wishes. same for the second two photos. Note the four Griffin drop point hunters in the top row. You won't see that many in one place again.

The second two also contain some of the finest vintage model 4's anywhere to include a model 4 made immediately post WWII with brass nut and washer, and a double pin stag. They are at the bottom left and bottom right respectively in the third photo. Fourth also but cut off.

This is a case with some nice items to include a brass back #1, brown micarta extended tang, brown micarta astro, low "S" model 15, "SS" marked model 2,riveted model 1.....

Perry's.

Steve W's and Brock S'scases in the RKCC display area.

Ken L's cases in the RKCC display area. First contains model 20's to include a couple of nice seven spacer Ward Gay specials to include a low "S" second from the bottom middle row. The second case contains some nice examples of 4-5's.

Nice and unusual stuff there...i like the old Astro, much like the one on ebay a week or two back....many of those qualify for what i thought of when "Randall" was mentioned when i was a kid...and "Vietnam"...

Great photos. Thanks for posting and sharing.

Thanks for posting the photos.