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"THE KNIVES HELPING TO BUILD AMERICA SINCE 1926"

Colonial Knife was incorporated in 1926 by the Paolantonio brothers; Antonio, Domenic, Fredrick . Prior to the three brothers forming Colonial Knife, they each worked in other occupations which would hone their skills as manufactures and businessmen.

The brothers proved they had the skills needed to achieve success. Antonio handling the sales, Domenic the finances and Frederick the manufacturing process. The 20’s and 30’s would prove to be difficult times, but with hard work and determination, the brothers would overcome all obstacles.

During the next 70 years Colonial Knife grew adding new products. The 1950’s inspired such brand names as the Sure Snap (auto knife) along with the Cub Hunter and Rin Tin Tin series and other well know styles of knives that would earn the Colonial brand a reputation as “;a boy’s first knife.

In 2001, some of the employees of the former Colonial Knife started Colonial Cutlery international (CCI) and began manufacturing the M-724 auto knives and the J-316 for the military. This new interest in the Colonial brand led to additional customers such as the Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A, Cooper Tools, Stanley Works, Ideal Industries, and the General Service Administration (G.S.A.).

In 2002, CCI registered the Colonial Knife brand as a division of Colonial Cutlery International, Inc. Today, Colonial Cutlery International, Inc. brand is the imported line of knives and tools while the U.S.A.- made products fall under the Colonial Knife brand.
Together, two great brands under one roof.

Website: http://www.colonialknifecorp.com/index.htm
Location: Anywhere you can carry a knife !
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When Colonial created its first pocket knife in 1926, they knew it would become an industry standard. Today, Colonial is proud to manufacture the highest quality in precision cutlery that can only come from nearly a century of knife making experience. That’s why Colonial is able to offer a lifetime warranty on all its products. Today, Colonial continues to push everyone its manufacturing boundaries, though the use of innovative technologies and breakthrough metal research which requires a powerful position along with creative thinking. It’s the perfect confluence of art and science-the kind of performance you’ll find at Colonial, and the type of ”pushing the envelope“ that has made Colonial an industry leader.

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Comment by Tobias Gibson on May 5, 2015 at 19:57: It appears That Steve went Old School on my for the May give-away! Pretty awesome.

I wonder if he knew that I might have a collection Colonial Camp knives I'm working on!

Comment by Jan Carter on May 3, 2015 at 13:45: Tobias,

I missed out on the key chain model but will be correcting that at Blade.

Very well said, Colonial IS a knife company for the future and very relevant for both the users and collectors

Comment by Tobias Gibson on April 29, 2015 at 11:31: Steve has opened my eyes to the new Colonial Knife Company through his give aways. I'm extremely impressed with his new patterns and look forward to purchasing many of his designs simply because they have proven to be both durable and functional. I've been carrying the little Key Chain Switch Blade with me since he sent it to me and I use it daily! The little knife is amazing and the thermoplastic handle will probably survive the next ice age! Steve P. has totally reinvented the old Colonial Knife Company and has made the company relevant. While he offers very few traditional pattern folders today, the new pattern knives are affordable, designed to last, and can really get the job done. Thanks for the keeping Colonial alive!

Below is my Blackie Collins Designed 102 switchblade. A great little tool and an excellent conversation piece! If only it came in Zombie Green! LOL

Comment by Max McGruder on April 29, 2015 at 7:09: Thanks Charles, it was quite a surprise to come home and find it! It has a snap on the blades that is impressive!

Featured Comment by Charles Sample on April 29, 2015 at 1:45: That is a nice one Max!

Comment by Max McGruder on April 29, 2015 at 1:15: I just got back from a convention in Orlando Florida Monday afternoon and this Beautiful Girl Scout knife was waiting for me in our mail box. My wife wanted to know what I had bought now but I hadn't purchased anything lately, so much to my surprise it was a gift from Steve P. at Colonial Knife Company! A beautiful Girl Scout knife!

Thank you so much for this most generous gift!