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Vintage American Knives

Knives of days gone-by and the companies who made them

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Vintage American Knives

Looking for a group of collectors who prefer older American-made knives? Then come on in and make yourself at home. Antique knife collectors prefer knives in original condition and if the blades sport natural patina, then all the better.

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Would anyone consider this knife vintage?

Started by Charles Sample. Last reply by George R Naugle Jun 5, 2024. 14 Replies

What's your favorite old knife?

Started by Scott King. Last reply by George R Naugle Apr 27, 2024. 34 Replies

Stampings of the Cutlery Industry.

Started by D ale. Last reply by Jan Carter Jan 27, 2018. 106 Replies

old kissing crane

Started by Jim Walker. Last reply by Jan Carter Oct 28, 2017. 3 Replies

Dating a Pocketknife

Started by Robert A. Olson. Last reply by Jan Carter Oct 20, 2017. 1 Reply

Any help on what I have here??

Started by jerry marr. Last reply by Jan Carter Oct 18, 2017. 16 Replies

Can anyone tell me about this knife set?

Started by Valerie Miller. Last reply by Jan Carter Sep 26, 2017. 6 Replies

What do you think about custom "Re-worked" knives?

Started by Jim Prather. Last reply by Andy Larrison Jan 8, 2017. 17 Replies

Where do you find your vintage (antique) knives?

Started by Rick Cothren. Last reply by Jan Carter Jan 5, 2017. 24 Replies

Are vintage knife collectors a dying breed?

Started by Scott King. Last reply by Michael Squier Sep 9, 2016. 17 Replies

Favorite characters from cutlery history

Started by Jan Carter. Last reply by Jan Carter May 15, 2015. 15 Replies

Still strong

Started by Larry Lucas. Last reply by Steve Hanner Nov 12, 2014. 8 Replies

A-Z index for discussions

Started by Jan Carter. Last reply by D ale Jul 13, 2014. 1 Reply

Fire Hardening stone knives. Interesting article...

Started by Jim Prather. Last reply by Jan Carter Jul 12, 2014. 2 Replies

Camillus , A. Kastor & Bros. knives

Started by Clay Strong. Last reply by Clay Strong Nov 20, 2013. 7 Replies

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Comment by Gary Kennedy on January 31, 2011 at 20:38

In Memoriam
Comment by Scott King on September 16, 2010 at 8:31
Tyson- Those firms are some goodies, no doubt. I liked all the old firms that made the elephant toe, myself.
Comment by Tyson Reynolds on September 8, 2010 at 2:03
oh yeah, I take intrest in the rare ones & research their history. Crown Cutlery, American Winstead,Hollingsworth,Carl Schlieper,American Shear & Knife Co.JA Henckles,Holley,John Prim,Miller Bros, and the list goes on... I like the old solingen German knives as well, Pumas,Rostfrei,bulldogs even though their not old compared to whats on this list... List goes on as well.
Comment by Tyson Reynolds on September 8, 2010 at 1:32
I like the black whittler. I had a rare whittler that looked like that one. It was a Curley Cutlery Co N.Y. made in the 1800's. The blades had no side play(wobble) Great snap & 1/2 way stop, walked & talked... I'm a gubber for getin rid of it.

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Comment by D ale on June 29, 2010 at 22:42
Chris .. interesting old knives are interesting old knives .. I've some A. W. Wadsworth & Sons myself .. thanks for posting the pics !!!
Comment by Chris Taylor (CTAYLORMAN) on June 29, 2010 at 22:34
Well I just realized I posted this on Vintage "AMERICAN" knives but this knife was manufactured in Germany. Sorry for the oversight
Comment by Chris Taylor (CTAYLORMAN) on June 29, 2010 at 22:29

I just picked up this AW Wadsworth & Sons Germany "CATTLE KNIFE" at a flea market. First I have never heard or seen a knife by this mfg. The master blade is deep stamped (not etched) with 'CATTLE KING" stamped. IT measures 3 1/2 in closed. 2 long pulls and one short. Very good to excellent shape. Does not appear to have been used or sharpened. I looked up AW Wadsworth in Goins and the only thing I could find is that they were in business from 1905-1936 in Germany and were a trademark or A. Kastor & Brothers. If anyone could provide me with anymore info I would appreciate it. I am not looking to sell this knife but just interested in its value and/or anything else I can find out. Thanks in advance!

Comment by Daniel R Altgilbers Jr. on March 21, 2010 at 9:51
just registered...looks like a great plave to talk shop and look at some rare knives. Check out my thread to see if my pics were properly uploaded or you can visit my webste on mypage. cheers Jr

In Memoriam
Comment by Scott King on January 9, 2010 at 16:38
Comment by Ulf Ahlstrom on December 12, 2009 at 13:46
Wow!
Never seen one like that..
Very interesting!
 
 
 

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