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Edward Zinn Austrian Multiblade 1800s (?) Horn Handle Spoon Fork
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Comment by Jan Carter on August 13, 2016 at 17:31
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This has been a great conversation to follow. Paul I appreciate the additional pics with the knife apart !
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Comment by Bryan W on August 12, 2016 at 6:08
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Hi Paul. Not familar with that one. In terms of value and cleaning, that is up for debate. I hate an ugly knife, but Im careful on what i clean and or polish. At the least for me, oil, and at the most, a gentle restoration. But, thats just me. Enjoy!
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KnifeMaker Comment by Paul S on August 11, 2016 at 18:08 -
Bryan W
I will put some Boshield on-I don't want to over clean ..that is frowned upon by many collectors. Boshieldis used on bicycle chains and workshop accessories such as router bits. It was formulated by Boeing.
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At the least I would recommend a good coat of oil. That way you can keep up with the "patina" =)
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There you go. That looks like a nice piece. I'll see if I can take a few or post a few of mine. I took some gentle polish and cleaned it up by hand. No power tools. Came out amazing!
Yours is in fine condition! Really nice.
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KnifeMaker Comment by Paul S on August 9, 2016 at 7:55 -
I thank all for the interest and comments so far-it adds to the enjoyment and knowledge of collecting.
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KnifeMaker Comment by Paul S on August 9, 2016 at 7:53 -
These two images are of the same Edward Zinn knife from Austria. It is a slot type that slides together for carrying and slides apart for use...as in fork, knife, and spoon. I wonder of the corkscrew-was it for a wine or a whiskey cork or both? The small blade cuts well as I accidentally found out. Glad I have my Tetanus shot.
The part marking/stamp is faint and is hard to catch by photos.
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KnifeMaker Comment by Paul S on August 9, 2016 at 7:46 -
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KnifeMaker Comment by Paul S on August 9, 2016 at 7:45 -
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Oh, and I would also agree with John's assessment of the time era - late 1800's / early 1900's.
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