Famous Battles Series Ii Appraisal

Schrade 'Famous Battles Series II' D-Day Commemorative Pocket Knife

This item is a commemorative pocket knife, likely a folding hunter or stockman style, featuring a multi-blade design. The knife has two visible blades retracted from its handle, with the main blade partially extended and a secondary smaller blade fully extended. The handle appears to be fashioned from genuine stag horn or a synthetic imitation of stag, characterized by its textured, earthy brown and beige coloring, providing a naturalistic and tactile grip. The bolsters, visible at both ends of the handle and between the blades, are made of a polished metal, likely nickel silver or stainless steel, which shows some visible wear, light scratching, and a subtle patina consistent with age and handling. One of the bolsters is visibly etched or stamped with the number '920'. The main blade, when partially extended, reveals a 'Schrade' manufacturing mark, indicating the maker. The smaller, fully extended blade is prominently etched with 'D-DAY June 6, 1944', commemorating the historic World War II event. Another blade, currently folded into the handle but with its tang visible, is etched with 'FAMOUS BATTLES SERIES II'. These markings suggest that this knife is part of a special commemorative series. The overall condition of the blades appears good with some minor surface scratches, but no overt signs of significant rust, pitting, or sharpening that would drastically alter their original profile. The craftsmanship suggests a quality instrument, likely produced in the late 20th century, given the commemorative nature of the 'D-Day' inscription and the 'Series II' designation. The articulation of the blades seems solid, indicating proper spring tension.