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FOX knives - How many brands have there been?
I have found myself looking at various models of Fox Knives. My searching has brought up a few more companies that I was a little surprised to see.
The 'modern' and probably best recently known brand has the following 'logo'. I think this has been in business since 1977.
There is another brand Black Fox: I am not sure if this is a stand alone company, or a division of Fox Knives (above). I have also seen it in association to Boker.
I have also very recently seen:
'Rostfrei' is German, and I believe it is a generic term for stainless steel. From what I have learned so far, it is basically the equivalent of 440A or maybe 440B. Decent, but not 'good'; and reasonably priced. Obviously more popular in Europe than the states. The FOX is all block letters. I have found a few knives like this, but cannot find much information about them or the company. Is this an early stamp of the Fox Knives company above? I really do not know. I cannot find anything either way on it.
Can anyone shed some additional light on this?
Thanks!
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dead_left_knife_guy
Okay, this is a fun discussion...!
This is my understanding of the Fox/TOPS connection, as I recall it: TOPS was becoming more successful in the early 2000's but making fixed blades only, and were no doubt getting hit frequently with requests for folders. They obviously decided to give it a go, but wanted to make sure the knife or knives produced were solid, & ultimately went with Fox.
As a sidenote, I find it kinda cool that TOPS tried their own hand at making knives for other companies (Camillus & Browning), but these knives were incredibly expensive (as if the companies had to pay full retail for the knives, then sold them with their own mark-ups. TOPS even had a few collaborations with Buck Knives (both being based in Idaho).
And as far as that Fox medallion goes, & I'm not sure if this is the information you're looking for, but I only recall seeing it on their more traditional Forest series, but I'll include a photo below. Just my speculation, but my guess is that they were going for a "retro" design to add to the more old-school aesthetic -- I do not currently know if that design actually dates back a number of years, or if it was a new design with an older feel, though the company itself only dates back to 1977.
I should also mention that it appears they have since acquired multiple other brands, including Due Cigni (Two Swans), Fox created Defcon5, and most recently acquired Viper Knives (I love this one!).
https://www.foxknives.com/en/his/_/our_history.html
Aug 9
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dead_left_knife_guy
Oh, & BlackFox is indeed a part of Fox Knives: https://www.foxknives.com/en/category/60/black_fox.html
According to the website, "BlackFOX is a line of products from the FOX Knives Company that have been designed to meet the needs of those who practice outdoor activities, such as camping, fishing and hunting." Further, they state that BlackFOX knives were "designed in Maniago ITALY and manufactured in PRC from selected manufacturer".
Aug 9
Kevin D
YEEESSS!!!
THANK YOU!
It looks like that is indeed the same medallion style as the one I saw. I was completely unable to find any reference to it.
Aug 9