Tenite is registered trademark of the Eastman Chemical company of Kingsport, Tenn. :
A registered trademark originally used for a cellulose acetate plastic. Tenite was first developed in 1929 for use in photographic film (Kodacolor). In 1932, a solid moldable form was marketed for used in plastic parts, such as steering wheels, light switch plates, radio knobs, and poker chips. In 1938, Tenite II, a cellulose acetate butyrate compound was introduced. Tenite polyethylene and Tenite polyprolyene products were added in 1954 and 1962, respectively. By the end of the 20th century, the name Tenite was used only for celllulosic polymers composed of cellulose acetate, cellulose acetate butyrate, and cellulose acetate proprionate.
As has been stated, there is a growing collector interest in these stocks. I have seen some of the .22rf guns in 90%+ condition go for $500 or more.
Pete
