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American Knives First History And Collectors Guide by Harold L. Peterson.

- Paperback
- Copyright 1958
- 178 pages
- lots of B/W photos

Great history and back stories. Topics include Knife Names, Knives of the Explorers and Colonists, The Bowie and its Associates, Naval Dirks and other Knives, The American Indian and His Knife, Pocket Knives.

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Comment by Michael D. on June 28, 2025 at 11:36

I too haven't seen this book. Did a quick search and it's available on line for under $25 at a couple of places. Got to look into it. Thanks

Comment by Mike Bryant on June 27, 2025 at 20:47

I guess I will have to go back and add some info to mine. I have not seen this Book.

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