Hammer Brand Imperial toothpick crossguard candystripe vintage switchblade

Hammer Brand toothpick made by the Imperial Knife Co of Providence,RI in the 1950s pattern number JM101PB. The knife measures 4.25 inches closed and 7 9/16 inches open and is stamped Hammer Brand USA with picture of an arm holding a hammer on the front and PAT NOS over two patent numbers on the back 2170537 & 2281782. This is the less common version with finger guards. The scales are hollow steel wrapped in Candystripe celluloid and are in very good condition. The blade is 98% full and shiny with  some light scratches & light spotting. The knife works well with blade tip deep and centered in the well closed, opens strong and locks open with about 3/16" up an down and 1/4" side to side. Rattles if shaken when open. Safety works. VG+ condition.