Details, condition and description
Condition: mint unused see below for more
Pattern number: “P01”
Name: Liner lock
Serial number: na
Blades: 1
Approx. Length closed: 4.6”
Blade etch: see pics
Handle material: textured Micarta
Other: 1990’s Original Pardue prototype built by Mel in his Alabama shop. It is a little crude fit and finish wise as it was likely only used a model reference. It is believed to be a prototype for Benchmade and is marked P01 to indicate the first prototype sample. If a 2nd or 3rd version were made is unknown. It is unused and has never been sharpened or carried. We lost Mel early in 2022. He was a pioneer, long time Guild Board member, Cutlery Hall of Famer, and a gentleman in every way. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a great piece of cutlery history.
