Vintage 1956-1957 Victorinox Swiss Army Knife - Victoria Officer Crossbow Tang for Sale

Vintage 1956-1957 Victorinox Swiss Army Knife - Victoria Officer Crossbow Tang For Sale

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Vintage 1956-1957 Victorinox Swiss Army Knife - Victoria Officer Crossbow Tang:
$100.00

Up for sale is a highly collectible and remarkably rare 1950s Victorinox Swiss Army Knife (Model 236ma). This is a first-generation ancestor to the modern Fieldmaster, featuring an incredibly scarce combination of tools and markings that places it precisely in the 1956–1957 factory transition window.For the serious Victorinox or slipjoint collector, this knife showcases the peak of mid-century Swiss craftsmanship before production lines were streamlined.Key Historical Markers & Rarity Highlights:• The Main Blade Tang Stamps: • Front side is stamped VICTORIA / OFFICER with the iconic Crossbow (Bow) logo underneath (notable for not having the later "Suisse" text). • Reverse side features the classic 3-line vintage stamp: VICTORINOX / SWITZERLAND / STAINLESS.• The "Square Phillips" with File Back-Tool: Instead of a corkscrew, the back features a square-shank Phillips screwdriver with a file pattern cut directly into its flat edge. This highly intricate tool was only produced for a short window and is intensely sought after today.• Transition Cross & Shield Inlay: Features the early nickel-silver Cross-in-Shield emblem manually inlaid directly into the red cellidor handle scales.• Early Patented Can Opener: The can opener tool is stamped with the early Swiss Cross alongside "PAT", denoting Victorinox's 1951 tool patent.• Adjustable Scissor Screw: The scissors utilize the vintage flat-head adjustable screw pivot system rather than a modern permanent rivet.• All-Steel Saws & Tooling: Features a premium, robust 4-layer construction with an all-steel wood saw.Condition Report:• Blades & Tools: Main blade appears unsharpened with original factory edge / shows light honest use. All tools open smoothly - small blade does have a little ding in it - please see close up pics• Snap / Walk & Talk: nice snap into action• Handles (Scales): Red cellidor scales retain good gloss with minor scuffs. No major cracks around the rivets. Inlaid metal shield is perfectly flush.• Scale Tools: Includes the vintage toothpick and tweezersPlease view all photos closely, as they serve as the ultimate description of the knife's condition. Don't miss the chance to add this beautifully preserved piece of mid-century Swiss cutlery history to your collection.Closed its 3 1/2inchesBlade is 2 1/2 inches Related Items: