pocket knife with corvette 1959

[james Levandowski]

I understand that a pocket knife came with each corvette. Does anyone know where I might find one?

[Geoff C.]

someone is pulling your leg *NM*

[Don Ursery]

Re: pocket knife with corvette 1959

James,

Back in 1954 during the New York Autorama, the first 150 attendees were issued a white pocket knife that had some writing and a picture of a '54 Vette on one or both sides of the knife. Now my memory has been tested and I might be off on some of this information, but I do remember the promotion from previous messages. I fact, I believe in one of the national magazines, either Vette or Corvette Fever, there was a small article regarding a young man who came across one of the knives at a swap meet at one of the major shows (Bloomington, etc.,) and asked the lady selling if she was firm on the 5 she had hand written on a tag (the buyer was thinking $500.00, he was aware of the Autorama knife and was told the value was around $500.00) and she replied, "yes, I need at least $5.00 to get my money back. Needless to say, the knife was purchased on the spot. I apologize for any incorrectness in this story, but it's to the best of my failing memory. Anyway... yes James, there are old Corvette Knives out there (at least 150 of these models). Good luck in your search, I'd try the magazines or the article could have even been in the NCRS publications. Take care, Don.

[David N.]

Corvette pocket knife

Franklin Mint sells a pocket knife for $37.50 with a 1953 Corvette on it.

You can check it out at their website: www.franklinmint.com
David Nims #19639

[Michael Strinich]

Re: Corvette pocket knife

I've got several "Corvette Knifes" of different years. All are C1. 54, 57, 59, 60 and 61. Had them for years. Have no clue where they came from. All appear to be same manufacturer and are of same design with different car picture.

[james Levandowski]

Re: Corvette pocket knife

Thanks Mike I know there are knives with different years because I have a CD with the 1999 Antology and in it are pictures of several knives and I think I had read somewheres that the knives were in the glovebox of each car when purchased. I guess I will keep looking thanks.

[Geoff C.]

Someone is pulling your leg *NM*

[Chuck G.]

Re: Corvette pocket knife

I agree with Geoffrey. I'm sure many aftermarket sources marketed Corvette knives, but I'm 100% certain that a pocket knife was not included in the purchase of any new Corvette....from 53 to present. Check the AIM...in the front section where they list EVERYTHING included in the glove box...the radio info, owners manual, etc. You won't find a knife listed anywhere. Hope this helps. Chuck

[Michael Strinich]

Re: Corvette pocket knife

I agree that they did not come in a new Corvette. I just happen to have several and have no clue where they came from originally. I do now that they were part of some Corvette junque I bought years ago.

I feel good! I think I'll cut somebody!!

[Clem Z.]

Re: Corvette pocket knife

i bought a brand new 59 vette and there was no knife includred.