Bear & Son Transition Series Trapper (GS223T) 2-Blade Stag Horn 4-1/2 PocketKnife …
The Transition Series is a Limited Edition Set of 12 pocket knives with Genuine India Stag Horn handle scales individually numbered of 250 pieces per pattern. Originally issued in 2010 and are no longer in production.
This Pattern was designed in 2005 and first produced in 2006. This pattern dates back to the 1920’s designed by a gun company to supply the hunter with the great blades designs that trappers has used for years on smaller game. This is another great pattern of American knife making heritage. The front bolsters will be pinched. Made in the USA!
The Transition Series celebrates the change of Bear & Son tang stamp from 2009 to 2010. The new 2010 tang stamp shows 10 stars instead of the dots used in the last decade. The stars are a salute to our American made Tradition. This Series contains some great patterns made in the 24 years of knife making tradition in Jacksonville, Alabama. What makes this transition series special is these knives will be produced in the 25th year of knife making tradition by craftsman & women in Jacksonville. Some of these patterns date back to patterns that were made in 1986. Only 250 of each knife were produced. This makes this an extremely limited series that will see its collector’s value rise quickly. Each knife will come with a certificate of authenticity with some history of that pattern and the changing of the tang stamps. These will have short nail pulls, Genuine India Stag Horn handles, high polished blades, Bear & Son Shield, polished backs, blade etched Transition Series 2009-2010, serial numbered, & pinched front bolsters on patterns that apply.
Blade Length: 3 1/4 – Overall Length: 8″ – Closed Length: 4 1/2″
Blade Material: 440C SS – clip and spey blades
Handle Material: Genuine India Stag Horn
Bolster Material: nickel silver pinched – with serial number of 250 total made
Origin: USA – Bear & Son Cutlery, Inc. – Jacksonville, AL
