Age of a jack knife

by Brian H. Lumley

Oct 19, 2022

I am trying to find the age of the knife in the photo. I believe it is a Utica. Are there any specific items, shapes, or means of manufacture I should be looking for as verifiers?

Thank you 

Brian H. Lumley

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    Paul S

    It appears to be from the 1920s to 1930s bases upon the build and handle material. You can find out more when attending a knife show or a flea market where knives are sold. You can look for similarly made knives on eBay doing different searches. 

    Oct 23, 2022

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    Brian H. Lumley

    Thank you Paul, your estimate falls right in line with the history I have on it. It was last used, according to family lore, in 1926.

    Paul S said:

    It appears to be from the 1920s to 1930s bases upon the build and handle material. You can find out more when attending a knife show or a flea market where knives are sold. You can look for similarly made knives on eBay doing different searches. 

    Oct 23, 2022