Knife Collecting: Vintage Schrade LB7 Bear Paw EDC Knife Fit for a Gentleman
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- čas přidán 25. 09. 2019
- I recently came to the realization that although I spoke about the venerable schrade LB7, I never made a video! So here it goes, hope you like it, please subscribe!
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I bought my LB7 in 1988 in Colorado Springs, 3 pins, s/n AW63838, has "Uncle Henry" on the blade, plus Schrade+ LB7 USA. Nice video, hugs from Brazil.
Thanks amigo !!! It’s a great knife!!
Out of all the knife channels I've subbed, you have one on the classiest collections.
You might try looking into Bladeforums Shrade collectors to help you date it.. I still have mine bought new in 1978 at Cravens Gun Haven, Las Vegas NV. I carried mine a lot of years, and been retired for another lot of years. Now sits in a drawer waiting for me.
I have an almost identical Schrade that my Dad bought sometime in the late 1970 or early 1980s. It is a great folder, fully the equal of a buck 110
Agreed!!! One of my all time favorites!!
Thats a Great Knife!!...love the Rose wood...good info :]TFS
I had one back in the 70's.
Really nice looking old Schrade my friend, that is one sharp looking knife too. Great video, thank you for sharing with us all again! Hope all is well
Schrade changed from four pin handles to three pin in 1983 on the LB7, so your four pin knife was made before 1984. Serial numbers were dropped in 1989-90. My three pin non-serial LB7 dates from the early 1990s.
Great information partner!! Thanks!
I got mine in 1991 and it does not have a serial number.
I purchased my 3 pin in 1980 so they started before 1983. Great knives!
I recently got this knife, and I was shocked. I have some pretty expensive knives, and this one was $20 and flawless.
yep, .... that's the thing about these traditional pattern oldies. Most people just aren't looking or them anymore. That's why in my videos I like to let people see what is out there today, as well as other bygone knives that people may never have seen.
I also like the LB7 but I prefer the blade steel in the Buck personally. I actually prefer the leather sheath Schrade made for the LB7 over the Buck 110/112 sheaths. Love those big heavy duty lock back knives. Thank you for sharing and blessings to you and your family.
Thanks for watching! I too prefer Buck Slightly more. God Bless.
I just bought 2 of these rose wood in new in box. 35 each plus sipping. USA made 80's or 90's Very nice :)
Sweet! congrats on that deal! They are tough to beat. Thanks for watching!
Just got my old '79 out for winter. I like it more than my Buck 110 in winter bc the much larger lockbar release area is very glove friendly.
That’s true, it is a handful:)
I have an LB7 (#R28214) that I received as an anniversary gift from my my wife in 1981. So I figure the manufacture age of the knife could be as much as two years old at that time. I’ve never used it or sharpened it, so it naturally looks “new”. I much prefer the overall looks of the LB7 over the Buck 110. Everything is far more refined in function and aesthetics, e.g., all the pins are flush. Its overall length is about 1/8 inch longer. A fairly robust knife.
I think robust is a good word for it buddy!!👍
I saw this video and went digging in my drawers. I bought a LB7 in either 1973 or 1974 for a round the USA motorcycle trip I took. The knife is pretty perfect in condition as I never used it and after the trip the knife and sheaf was put away in a drawer. The numbers on mine are A37388. What does that number mean & not that I'm planning on selling it what is a ballpark worth of it. Great shape, never even sharpened, great handle and no nicks anywhere on it. Welcome the feedback.
It sounds like you have an early one, in good shape it would like Lu go for around a hundred bucks.
First 1 million produced were etched 000001-999999. Then rolled over to single alphas. A00001-A99999, B00001-B99999, etc. After Z99999, double alphas were used. AA00001-AA99999 thru ZZ00001-ZZ99999. By this point, it was the 90s and serialization ended. In 2004, they sold out to China.
I have a couple, both made in USA, purchased via EBAY, although I prefer Buck, with the latter being an obsession.
I like both :)
Great knife. I like it (USA made) as much as my buck.
It’s one of my favorites :)
Love my LB7, but you should also look at the Kabar version.
Thanks buddy, I have almost bought one a few times, probably will eventually :)
schrade early lb7 were numbered because they had a one time replacement agent lose. my buddy lose his ice fishing, he sent the number in and they mailed back the replacement not numbered, one replacement only
Wow! Thanks partner, I’ve never heard that. Thanks for adding to the comments!
If you have questions about schrade knifes there is a museum in Ellenville NY. They should be open in the late spring or early summer.
Thanks partner!
@@KnifeDetector dug a little more. the museum is in napanoch. Wawarsing historical society knife museum.
@@tomballard4794 I've only been to New York twice in my life, but now that I know, it's going on the list :)
I have one with starting serial no A ……. . In very good condition. Got it from a flea market in Tokyo.
Nice!!
My is r9724 love to know about when it was made
I collect folding hunters. I can never decide what I like better between the LB7 and 110 it’s so hard
Yeah, I know what you mean. I've carried the Buck 110 and 112 for many years, and the LB7 as well. They are just so well made. I'm at the point where I'm staring for a few minutes trying to decide which knife to carry.
The one i have is also a single letter k. i made a made a new leather case for it.
BluegrassBushcraft thanks for watching! I wish I knew the exact year it was as manufactured. God bless!
I bought mine in 1978...the first 6 months of production were carbon blade...ur rite urs is 80s..in1990 it went from 4 pins to 3 pins.
Thanks for the info partner! I like hearing form other collectors that share info! Be well!
Wow, I'd love to find a carbon one.
Uncle Henry over Schrade stamped .... 1095 carbon steel.👍😁@@richardkrause3594
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Thank you!!
My 3-pin, U prefix LB-7 was bought new in 1982/83, and as I recall never did snap shut much at all, and wonder if this is normal for my knife? It does have a very positive, loud snap when locking however, and is nice and tight. I recall reading there were 3 or so different variations of spring type used, and maybe some snapped shut, while others did not. BTW, the case I received with the knife is very dark brown. Thanks.
Thanks for the info partner! Unfortunately I have owned a few of these with weak springs and have had a couple give out, so I think it is a common problem.
@@KnifeDetector You bet KD. I guess I don't fully understand the situation: The locking 'button' and lock bar feel very strongly sprung, and the blade snaps into lock with authority... Yet it barely snaps shut? Always figured it was normal.
I’ve carried a LB7 on my belt for over 50 years. I bough one for myself after a long hike on the Pacific Crest Trail.. Over the years I had mine loosen up from heavy work and prying (Abuse). The one I carry now was replaced by Schroeder in the 90’s. Never hesitate to return to Shrade for issues. I now worry about some cop taking it away?
Yup, many states are getting stricter all the time. I live in Texas. I see people carry fixed blades on their belts often here, but every now and then I see an officer look at my Buck 112 on my belt or any other knife for that matter, and then make eye contact with me, as though to try to see if I am a threat. Little do they know, that is the furthest from the truth. I'm the guy that would assist an officer make an arrest like I have done in the past, but I think sometimes officers have difficulty telling the difference between a wolf and sheep dog.
Here in the UK this wouldn't be legal to carry. Maximum blade length 3" and has to be non-locking. Stupid.
80's I have I bought new.
Sweet!
I’m an avid buck collector so I recently got an lb7 to compare it to my 110s. Mine looks identical to yours with the 4 pins and has a serial number of J11347. It locked up great and looked like it was never used. Except after opening it a couple times it developed massive amounts of blade play to where the blade rattles. Is there a way to fix this?
Usually some careful strikes on the pivot pin of the main blade will help, but I would use a punch about the same diameter as the pin, and be very cautious about hitting the rest of the bolster.
mine starts with r30935 what year you think pls?
Knife Detector
My best guess would be somewhere close between 1985 and 1988. That would only be a guess because there isn't much literature on these beauties. Thanks for watching!
I have two why does one have serial # and one does not?
The earlier models have serial numbers. I believe the earlier serial numbers did not have letters, and then they progressed to using letters in front of the numbers as the years went by. The newer China ones do not have serial numbers.
My father bought in 70's with code E65996
Thanks for watching, and thanks for the information!
The number on mine is G811.
Mine says Q49475 .Do you know what year this is?
My best guess would be somewhere close between 1985 and 1988. That would only be a guess because there isn't much literature on these beauties. Thanks for watching!
@@KnifeDetector okay sounds good! Thanks for the feedback.
Great knives, I love mine. To me, the LB7 beats the 110 all day long, to me... I really tried to like the 110 more but I just can't. The LB7 feels so nice in the hand... However, I prob carry my 112 the most, ha. My LB7 is marked AZ12506. Very interested in a date and can't find much. The blade is stamped: Uncle Henry (in cursive), SCHRADE+, LB7 U.S.A. on one side. The other side has no markings. Also, mine has three large pins through the rosewood slabs instead of four smaller pins. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you for sharing yours. I love old knives! I'm subbing 👍
Thanks for watching! My best guess would be that since it's a double letter, that it might be early 90s. There is just so little information on these great knives.
@@KnifeDetector thanks for the reply. I look forward to watching more of your videos.
I’m my experience, the fit and finish of the Bucks were light years ahead of schrade. Modern schrade is garbage.
Hearing someone chew is not what I want to hear.