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A vintage 1940–1948 Case XX 5-inch fixed blade knife with a stacked leather ring handle and its original sheath is valued between $115 and $199.Because it lacks a pattern number stamp, it can be narrowed down to the World War II or immediate post-WWII era, which gives it a distinct historical premium over late-1950s models.The Two Most Likely ModelsSince there is no stamped pattern code, your knife is almost certainly one of these two iconic 1940s Case designs:The Case XX 316-5 (or 323-5) "Hunter": Features a wide, slightly curved skinning blade and a thick metal pommel (end cap). These are classic heavy-duty hunting knives.The Case XX 5-Finn: Features a very straight, sleek, slender blade and a smaller, minimalist metal guard. These were designed as lightweight utility/outdoor knives.Value Range BreakdownExcellent Condition ($145 to $199): The stacked leather rings are perfectly tight with no gaps or rot. The blade still has its original factory finish, shows no deep rust pitting, has