Received some knives from my grandfather

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Hey everyone,

My grandfather is currently moving into a home to be with my grandmother, so I got passed down a few things from him.

Anyway, I got 3 blades from him today (one more on the way, no details on that one yet). 2 of them are bayonets and one is a fixed blade. All of them appear to be pretty old, and not in terrible condition, and I have found some information on the first two. The last one, I can't find too much on so far, so was looking for opinions/information on it if anyone happens to know it. Basically, as someone new to the antique/collector's knife world, just hoping for some tips or opinions on how best to take care of them, or if I should not touch them and just store them. Not looking to sell them as they are a piece of my family.

The first one is a Cattaraugus 225q. Has some rust on it, but the blade itself seems like it is in overall good shape. The butt of the knife is a little loose as well. The handle is pretty smooth. I am thinking I will just use a fine steel wool on this and sharpen up the edge, I know it is a fairly common knife, so not really worried about ruining the value.
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The next one looks to be a Ross Rifle Co Bayonet (1907 maybe). It seems to be in really good shape with barely any rust. Not sure what the other stamping means on the butt end.
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Now the last is the tricky one, and it is massive. I think, from my research so far, it is a Swiss Rifle Bayonet, Model 1914 Pioneer. If anyone can correct me on that it would be great. Almost 2 feet long in total length, and the serration/saw back on it has to be about a 1/4" thick. I think the scabbard may not be the correct one, as it is a very tight fit, but I could be wrong.
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Well, I hope I wasn't too long winded, just wanted to make sure all my facts were out there :D. Thanks in advance for any advice or information that can be provided, or suggestions on material I can read to find out more. If anyone wants any different pictures just let me know.

Keegan
 
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The Cattaraugus military utility knife and scabbard are fairly common. In the condition you show, maybe $50. Excellent specimens bring around $90.

The arsenal modified Ross should be worth around $125.

The Pioneer bayonet I don't know about. The ones I've seen for sale have always been to expensive for my pocket book.
 
If I may, I'd like to put in my 2 cents worth. The first knife is a Cattaraugas Knife Company survival knife. I used to have one (it was stolen) and it was one of the best camping knives I've ever had. I believe they were made for the U.S. Air Force. The second is a nice Ross rifle bayonet, and I think you have your answer on the third one. If it were up to me, I'd use 3 zero or 4 zero steel wool and a nice light oil to remove any surface rust and gunge. I'd treat the leather scabbard with mink oil or neats foot oil. I'd give the metal a light coat of oil and leave them be.
 
LawrenceN said:
If I may, I'd like to put in my 2 cents worth. The first knife is a Cattaraugas Knife Company survival knife. I used to have one (it was stolen) and it was one of the best camping knives I've ever had. I believe they were made for the U.S. Air Force. The second is a nice Ross rifle bayonet, and I think you have your answer on the third one. If it were up to me, I'd use 3 zero or 4 zero steel wool and a nice light oil to remove any surface rust and gunge. I'd treat the leather scabbard with mink oil or neats foot oil. I'd give the metal a light coat of oil and leave them be.
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That isn't a survival knife, it is a utility knife that was issued through all of the arms of the services.

I have one in almost pristine condition and from what I could garner from serious collectors and a few other knowledgeable individuals, they will fetch up to $150 max.

You need to be really careful with the stuff and information on youtube.
 
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