old knife

[Glenn C]

I found this old bone handle knife. I'm not sure on the date. Any help is appreciated.

 

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[bobsphotogallery]

I would put that on in the mid 1800's

 

[Glenn C]

Thanks. That's what I figured. Lots of over lap on this site from all eras and the blade seems a little thick.

Thanks again!

 

[Terry Soloman]

Actually, the top knife looks like a 1920-1950 Hawk Bill knife. The bottom one I have no idea.

 

[Glenn C]

It looks very similar. This spot is hard to date. I find archaic, trade, 1812 stuff and up to early 1900s. Thanks for posting the picture.

Glenn

 

[Roger Mn.]

Put some oil on the blade both sides and let it sit a couple days. Take a pliers and pull on the blade. Once open you should see the maker of the knife near the hindge on the blade.

 

[Glenn C]

Thanks... I was thinking of options. Seems to be the best start. I did not want to damage the sides.

I will try.

 

[M Scott @ FTP]

Its a typical style 1830ish 'swell-end Jack' knife.
In 1850 they started adding other things besides just a blade.
is it possible the other 'knife' is a 3 tined fork rusted together?

Mike

 

[Glenn C]

it is a three tined fork I have 1 other and a 2 tined. Good eye. I think the fork is older.

 

[hotrod]

cool

 

[Muddyhandz]

Glenn,
That knife is a beauty!
I'd say it probably dates from the early 1800's. I don't recommend opening it up lol.
Congrats!

 

[Glenn C]

Thanks Muddy. I have found 4 pocket knives this year in rough shape. None with bone like this one. I will be working on cleaning some pieces this winter. You know me, I'll clean it with care .

Take care!

 

[Glenn C]

Here it is cleaned a bit. There is a makers mark but I cannot read it. Hopefully someone has viewed it before and can notice the mark. I used a brass brush dremmel as it does not scratch iron. I will need to take the next step if a expert can help to further clean it. I want to stay away from anything that may stain bone.

Thanks for looking

 

[Backbacon]

Deadly finds as always.