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Re: Knife / Tanto Identification HELP!

Posted By: Cal
Posted Date: Jun 09, 2012 (11:59 AM)

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The tassel is the type installed on 1920s-1930s covered baskets sold in USA, often used as sewing baskets.

It could have been added at any time; the baskets were being sold in flea markets, country auctions and 'antiques' shows 1950s-1980s at least, including the tassels.

A "WW2 vet" could have acquired the knife at any time or place before his death. It could have been sold as part of a 'carving set' with long fork and possibly a sharpener/hone. It could have been a gift.

Good luck,
Cal

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