Vintage John Primble 5514 4 Blade Congress Black Jigged Delrin Knife 1960s For Sale

🔹 FROM THE COLLECTOR’S TABLE

JOHN PRIMBLE – BELKNAP HARDWARE & MFG. CO.

Four-Blade Congress | Pattern 5514 | Circa 1960s

Here’s a handsome vintage John Primble four-blade Congress carrying the older Belknap Hardware & Mfg. Co. tang stamp.

Belknap Hardware, headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, was one of America’s historic hardware distributors. Its John Primble pocketknives have developed a loyal following among traditional cutlery collectors.

This example features the 5514 pattern number with the distinctive star marking.

🔹 THE KNIFE

• Pattern: Four-blade Congress, 5514

• Closed Length: 3 5/8”

• Handles: Deeply jigged black Delrin with excellent texture and vintage character.

• Blades: Four carbon steel blades displaying aged gray patina, scattered spotting, and evidence of previous use and sharpening.

• Bolsters: Attractive stair step bolsters with an elongated bar shield.

• Mechanics: Good working mechanics.

• Condition: Honest vintage wear with no obvious cracks or chips visible in the handles.

🔍 COLLECTOR’S OBSERVATIONS

What stands out on this particular Congress is the combination of its deeply jigged black handles, distinctive bolsters, and older Belknap stamping.

The blades retain respectable profiles while displaying the natural patina and character acquired through years of use. Mechanically, the knife remains in good working order.

An attractive example of vintage John Primble cutlery that would fit nicely into a traditional Congress collection.

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Thanks for your interest!

Kind regards,

Perry