Hello,
Found this Soviet experimental multi-tool in a family collection. After researching archives and markings, I believe it’s the „Kama-V“ prototype made at the Vorsma Plant of Folding Knives (VZSN) in July 1957 — before the project was transferred to Tula.
Key details:
– Mark „SN“ on main blade (internal VZSN designation for „Skladnye Nozhi“)
– Small „P“ mark on secondary blade (control stamp of Workshop №7)
– Date stamp: „VII–57“
– 9 functions: main blade, file-edged secondary blade, spring-loaded tweezers, scissors, awl, bottle opener/nail puller, flat screwdriver, hook, corkscrew
– Original leather sheath with gray cotton lining (matches VZSN Order №77, July 1957)
According to the State Archive of Nizhny Novgorod (GANO, Fond R-221, Opis 3, File 145), only 6 such prototypes were made in July 1957. This appears to be one of them.
Any thoughts, similar examples, or corrections would be very welcome!
by Free_Royal392
