1974 Smith & Wesson Collector Series Knife

1974 Smith & Wesson Limited Edition Collector Series Model 6020 #162

Based on the success of the S&W Survival Series knives, S&W offered the Collector Series of knives. A Limited Edition of 1000 serially numbered knives. Custom treatment of these knives by Blackie Collins includes an acid etched game scene on the blade, sculptured Sterling Silver guard and pommel and a hand engraved escutcheon inlaid on the handle. The knife was packaged in a wood presentation case. This knife is the Model 6020 Outdoorsman Knife and is numbered 162

Information from the book, “The knives of Smith and Wesson by C.E. Rinke”.

In 1972 Smith and Wesson worked with well-known and innovative knife designer Blackie Collins to introduce the company into the knife business. This program was announced in 1975, and seven knives were initially offered. Called the Survival Series they included a Bowie, Outdoorsman, Survival, Skinner a folding hunter knife, a fisherman knife and a filet knife.

This knife is in excellent condition. The is a mark on the top of the box and a small separation in the handle finish on the side with the inlay.

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