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Von Clef N.Y German 1887-1930 Vintage Jack Knife

Hello everyone , I am new and have a question but first I want to thank you all for the warm welcome and to Jan for getting me on this page .lol I recently purchased an old peachseed bone Von Cleff Jacknife with this leather case that came with it .The only information I have is it was made in Germany for esteemed N.Y. importer/ wholesaler . it is 3.75 inches when closed . this is my first try so I hope the picture loads. Does anyone know any history on this knife? Thank you in advance

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Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on February 15, 2015 at 18:11

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Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on February 15, 2015 at 18:13

Vom Cleff & Co. according to the Official Guide to Collector knives was imported from 1887- 1930. Some info on the founder of the import co https://books.google.com/books?id=LSEtAQAAIAAJ&pg=PA184&lpg...

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Permalink Reply by Bob Robinson on February 15, 2015 at 20:12

Nice vintage knife.

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In MemoriamPermalink Reply by John McCain on February 17, 2015 at 12:55

Charles, I can add just a little more-Goin's Enclyclopedia of Cutlery Markings dates it to 1885-1926. Throughout the company existence, their headquarters was literally next door to Boker. Vom Cleff was located at 105 Duane St. NY and Boker was next door at 101-103 Duane St., NY. In all likelihood, they got their deliveries from the same trucks. LOL.-A fairly rare knife, and yours appears to be in great condition for it's age--I am assuming you bought it off of ebay for $129.- Worth that or more. Most sources list Vom Cleff knives as medium in the value range, but it is hard to find a 100 year old knife in such fine condition IMHO, a good snag on a very well made old German knife.BTW, that is not the first Vom Cleff I have seen with that purse-like case--- That is indeed the case that goes with that knife, thus adding to its value----