American Early 20th C. Knife NOBEL PRIZE WINNER PEARL BUCK Inscribed Blade
French forged drop point blade displays dark toned oxidation, light surface scuffing, stamped trademark HARD FORGE, retailer markings for The Bruce & West Mfg. Co. Cleveland and presentation inscription reading From Mrs. Pearl Buck, the first American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1938. Turn molded dark hardwood handle remains firmly set within brass ferrule showcasing uniform tarnish. Full length 14.5 inches, blade length 9.5 inches.
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French forged drop point blade displays dark toned oxidation, light surface scuffing, stamped trademark HARD FORGE, retailer markings for The Bruce & West Mfg. Co. Cleveland and presentation inscription reading From Mrs. Pearl Buck, the first American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1938. Turn molded dark hardwood handle remains firmly set within brass ferrule showcasing uniform tarnish. Full length 14.5 inches, blade length 9.5 inches.
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