martentrapper
Active Member
So has your collection appreciated in value? Have custom knives appreciated overall?
What knives are likely to appreciate?
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What knives are likely to appreciate?
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Is your collection worth more this year than last?
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Kevin Jones
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My Thoughts Regarding Custom Knives
My knives for the most part have appreciated in value individually, however my total collection value has decreased a little as I have sold some high-end knives and the pieces I replaced them with have been less costly. I will most likely be adding more knives and some more costly pieces to my collection throughout the rest of 2011 than selling, thus raising my overall value in coming months.
I don't think custom knives generally appreciate overall. However, select knives from select knifemakers will most always appreciate. It's more about choosing the right knives/makers if value appreciation is part of your collecting criteria.
Quality knives which have time-proven classic designs that stand out among others over time made by knifemakers who work to promote themselves and custom knives in general.
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murphda2
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I have to agree. My goal in collecting is to collect those I enjoy but at the same time investing in those that I know will hold or appreciate in value. I feel confident that almost every piece in my collection is worth just as much today as they day I purchased it if not more. I never add a piece with the intent of making money off of it (though I often tell my wife that I am). I just want to insure that I don't loose money in the deal.
I can honestly say that my collection is worth considerably more this year than last. I picked up a piece in January (dang near stole it) and have another piece that I'm waiting for delivery of. I have a feeling that the piece I am waiting on delivery of is worth many times more than what I paid, but it is one that will be cherished for life and hopefully passed on to my children one day.
I can honestly say that my collection is worth considerably more this year than last. I picked up a piece in January (dang near stole it) and have another piece that I'm waiting for delivery of. I have a feeling that the piece I am waiting on delivery of is worth many times more than what I paid, but it is one that will be cherished for life and hopefully passed on to my children one day.
Kevin Jones
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I agree100%, however we have to remember that the investment aspect is part of the pure enjoyment for some collectors.
Amen. Other than the fact that I bought a large number of production knives and over 25 custom knives, it might have shrunk. If I ever get my inventory up to date I might be able to ascertain what I have. My wife gave up trying to get me to record everything years ago. It's not like I'm going to sell them anytimes soon.