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Knife Identification - A Longshot

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I've been using this knife of my grandfather's for the last several years, and it is in due need of refurbishment, especially the pommel which is becoming quite loose.

I have no idea of the origins of this knife, and I thought I would post it here in case anyone has any ideas on the manufacturer. While already of great sentimental value, a bit of added knowledge about its manufacturing history would go a long way.

What I know:

Purchased by my grandfather sometime between 1950-1980

The knife would have been purchased in British Columbia

The knife has no markings anywhere on it that, even indiscernible ones.

I have soaked the screw on the end of the pommel in penetrating oil to try and break it free so that I can reveal the rest of the knife and begin repairs. If any markings are uncovered on the shaft of the blade, I will update you.

A longshot to be sure, but thought this would be the place to try! Thanks in advance for any thoughts!

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Permalink Reply by Derek Wells on January 7, 2016 at 15:17

BJ,

The 'Old Boy' sure used the heck out of that knife and got his moneys worth,

There were so many knives of that type being made in the period you nominate by many many makers some in the US lots in Germany and so on. So without markings you will never know the maker.

At the risk of telling you how to suck eggs ... be very careful with that pommel if you don't understand the mechanics of it get some books or You Tube videos and study on it.

Essentially the center iron piece you can see is the extension of the tang which has a thread cut on it. The Brass piece is the 'nut' and that should screw off the tang. However there are a couple of big "buts".

Those two piece on your knife have been damaged and are sort of joined/merged together you would need to carefully file that area down until the two pieces are free of each other and the brass nut can be screwed off the tang.

The second 'But" is the tang is likely to be rusted and there is a risk of trying to screw the brass nut off and instead breaking the tang.

Hope this is of some help

Derek

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Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on January 7, 2016 at 18:39

As Derek has already stated it has been a well loved knife. Obviously an EDC that was favored and used as intended. Without marking this type of knife could be from anyone, even a local maker.

Obviously it is now cherished as it always was, so taking care in the restoration is important. You may want to check out some of the discussions in the restoration group and even ask questions. These guys are always willing to help

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