1975 Smith & Wesson Outdoorsman Model 6020

1975 S&W Outdoorsman Model 6020 #7918- NOS

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.

The blades were forged from modified 440 Series Stainless Steel. A total of up to 47 operation from forging to hand polishing are performed on the blade before fitting to the handle on the Survival knife. Smith and Wesson produced in house a few other knives but none that required the amount of hand fitting as this series. The most beautiful knives S&W ever produced in house.

S&W Called the Outdoorsman "an ideal general-purpose hunting and camping designed knife with richly grained black Wessonwood handle that is contoured for sure, comfortable grip. Full length flat spline provides substantial working surface right to the point. Hollow handle has protective knurled brass end cap. Overall length is 10"with 5.5" blade. Weighs 10 oz".

Knife is NOS in box with matchng number on box, warranty card and Survival Series Brochure included. Collectible. #2

Additional: Smith & Wesson Survival Series Knives