by jerryd6818 Mon Dec 30, 2013 7:53 pm, Post Tang Stamps Charts - All About Pocket Knives European-made knives; German Eye; Henckels; Hubertus; Chinese-made knives; Rough Rider Knife Forum; Japanese-made knives; Other foreign made knives; United States Made Knife Forums; Boker Knife Collector's Forum; Buck Knife Collector's Forum; Camillus Cutlery Collector's Forum I dug up a knife blade. I've got a camouflage knife, but I can't find it. Get a Goins Guide.There are 10`s of thousands different tang stamps. $35.00 For Ten Knives ($3.50 per knife - 10+ knives) / Most of these are educated guesses, based on other factors. Mastering the art of identifying Solingen Germany knife makers marks is an invaluable skill that can enhance your appreciation for these exceptional blades. Made in Germany. The knives will be sharpened the day received and returned the next day. We offer 24pcs, 30pcs and 72pcs sets in attractive gift boxes. Try it Shearer, and let's see where it goes! If received by mail, they will be placed in the mail to be returned the day after received. It's mouth is opened as if in a snarl. links[4]='http://www.theoldbrigade.co.uk'; Without the tree. Life's too cheap to carry a short knife.". Stamp duty on gift deed in Maharashtra and registration charges Christopher Johnson, who was born in Sheffield in about 1809, started his cutlery business (according to a trade catalogue) in 1836 in Howard Street. Boker-You are correct-- the lack of an umlat above the O dates it to the 60's-- As seen here-- Look for the pic that says INOX underneath- means stainless-http://iknifecollector.com/group/bokerfans/forum/topics/boker-dating- Your shield was used into the 70's and some sources say the 80's on the Boker imports-- However, I found a PDF from the early 70's showing the Boker catalogue--- Although, some of the German imports were still shown with a shield like yours, your 5452 model was shown with the newer circle shield- All of this tells me your small congress is circa 1960's- Ricky may have other ideas, but I would date it to the 60's. He also stated that some knives were marked Schrade-Walden N.Y. USA on the tangs, but "CRAFTSMAN" on the knife's shield. Co "Little Rhody", Germany. The Difference Between All the Boker Brands - Nothing But Knives It identified all of the tang stamps and etchings with a year of use range. Case has been marking its knives with tang stamps from the beginning. If in doubt, consult an expert or appraiser. You might try and post it on the Texas Knifemakers Guild Facebook page and see if anyone reconizes the stamp on there. Roycroft, for The W.Bingham Co., Cleveland.O. by peanut740 Mon Dec 30, 2013 8:00 pm, Post PDF STRAZORS.com - all about classic razors - Home page German Army Knife). A razor smith, Thomas Turner first appeared in a Sheffield directory in 1854 in Milton Street. Made in Germany. Their mark typically features the Bker tree logo, often accompanied by the words Solingen and Germany., Puma, another popular Solingen knife maker, was founded in 1769. What is pearly white easy to use. The marks allowed the owner to claim the victim as a personal victory. Trying to identify a knife that I recently purchased,it is 3 1/4 closed with stag handles,brass bolsters and a single spear blade any information would be appreciated. And you can look our website about http://www.aghanyna.com/arabic/. Here are some ways to identify a fake Camillus knife: The tang stamps are all over the place; There is a mix of lower and uppercase letters; The font is a bit off; Short and curved false edge (as opposed to the long sweeping false edge of the WWII knife) Scabbards are marked with Eagle, Globe and Anchor. I have a not-too-old Solingen dagger that I need help identifying. What is metal stamping? - ESI Engineering Specialties Inc. Marks added to such blades do not necessarily indicate the forge, armory or original swordsmith. It was on this knife, Wyeth's Warranted Cutlery, (made by Boker from 1860 to present according to Goins" 4th edition). Before setting up his factory in 1874 (Fabriksaktiebola A Derbyshire-born razor manufacturer, Frederick Reynolds, was working in Sims Croft by the early 1840s. Factors that can affect the value of a vintage Solingen knife include the maker, age, rarity, and condition of the knife. Im trying to identify a knife, I know its a Gerber but after going through their website (no success) and searching by image (no success) Im at quite a loss as to what it is. Shumate's -Barber-, Shumate Razor Co., St.Louis., U.S.A. Japanese Nichiri Co., Ltd, Swedish Steel, Special Made. I trying to identify a knife logo it is a m and on the end of the m it has a devils tail and thats it nothing else it is a dubble edge knife, I cant figure out wat kind of butterfly knife i got. by bonehead Mon Dec 30, 2013 11:00 pm, Post Solingen, the City of Blades, boasts a rich legacy of producing exquisite knives and cutlery. Top to Bottom: Two-line tang stamp, Four-line tang stamp, Case has been marking its knives with tang stamps from the beginning. Tang Stamps - Case Collectors Club This information can give you a better understanding of your knifes value and authenticity. Copyright © Alex Ts. !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); Overnight Service. First of all, let me start by saying this is a work in progress. Handle is what has the wildlife picture and it comes in a pretty nice wooden box. The Most Comprehensive Database Of Custom Knifemakers. Between 1780 and 1815 the firm traded at Park Hill, where James Marsh (1761-1841) built up the business. Knives from Solingen, traditional & high quality - Buy Online - Germany I have a knifethat looks like a Swiss army but it has a k with three crosses on it. Copyright 2023 Allofkitchen | All Rights Reserved. The History of Joseph Rodgers and Sons. Any help trying to figure this out would be greatly appreciated! No personal checks. Among other kinds of cutlery, Thomas Lamb was a surgical instrument maker located in Washington City (now D.C.). Can you email me a picture of the symbol? Pingback: Sportsmans Guide Puma Knife | Finaciallife, I have an old pocket knife that looks like a buck but it says daily stainless on the blade I was wondering what it is. Thank you, Bull. side of the saw. im trying to identify a knife i bought at a swap meet some years ago, I have a dagger my wifes father got in Turkey while in the military. 1915 - ca. The mark is on the wooden handle NOT THE BLADE. The RF etching on your knife could have been added by a previous owner, making it a personalization rather than an original manufacturer marking. Politicians should be like a good pocket knife ." For Sale: Custom & Semi Production Knives (Dealer), KnifeMaker's Market: Knives & More for Sale, Wanted: Knifemaker / Craftsman / Related Services, Busse / Swamprat / Scrapyard Knives For Sale, For Sale: Traditionals, Slipjoints, "Old Timey", International (Non-US) For Sale & Trade Forums. links[7]='https://www.marnamilitaria.com'; As you unravel the mysteries of your Solingen knives and ascertain their origins, youll be immersed in a world of remarkable craftsmanship and tradition. Also, it does have a sticker on the side and for example this one in particular says, Eagle Folding Knife and below, 230-3808, but nothing else. Ha! ad[2]='http://www.germandaggers.com/banners/JRBMbanner.jpg'; No manufacturer only a distributor. Next is another old standard. I am trying to identify a pocket knife with a clip and razor blade with a deer antler shield on it. In 1877, the Frederick Wiebusch Company W.H. Homebuyers can avail of the tax savings by registering their property before a certain date, which is usually announced by the Maharashtra government every year. 699,95 . -I vaguely recall seeing a black scaled variant, possibly Lawnmower Blades and Garden Tools are by Quote Only / The razor was made by Cosmo Mfg Co., 1900-1920. Im a big fan of the 108mm frame whether it know how many contractors there have been for this knife. Henckels Solingen., Established in 1814, Wsthof is another prominent Solingen knife maker. Located in Moscow 1950 - 1990. Joined Mar 2, 2005 Messages 502. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The company existed 1886 - 1945 (but in fact, according to my researching 1893-1938) in USA, NY. Wsthof. A place to ask or answer knife related questions. I was already familiar with the commercial models such as the A. Wingen Logo Identification - iKnife Collector Bker, established in 1869, is one of the most well-known Solingen knife makers. Marks and Stamps | Atkinson Swords | David Atkinson The markings below show which tangs were used and when. Surplus store a few years after the reunification of Germany. vancehinds@gmail.com. Mail service must include sufficient funds for return postage. It was purchased at an online auction. This knife measures 3 5/16 inches closed and shows no signs of ever being used or sharpened. John, Ricky, Jan - thanks for helping. by jerryd6818 Wed Jan 01, 2014 11:21 pm, Post (LogOut/ About a 4 inch handle of dark wood and metal top and down also down the side of the handle, two rivets on both side of handle. The founder was Pierre Thier(18601929). The factory was engaged in manufacture of straight razors, pocket knives, scisso Another of the Solingen-based cutlery manufacturers, the Wingen firm was formed in 1888 to produce table flatware, knives, scissors and razors. Blade etch: ABERCROMBIE & FITCH, MADE IN GERMANY". D. DrPenguin. All you need to know about stamp duty and registration charges in Maharashtra, the process of stamp duty Maharashtra online, and more. . By 1849, the address was School Croft. Victorinox made knives when I spotted them in the display case. The trademark was used by well-known and popular Sears, Roebuck & Co., 1908 - 1921. I want to learn as much as possible about different cuisines and cultures through food. Here is a pic of the tang stamp. Careful though - many old Solingen made knives also have this shield! It's mouth is opened as if in a snarl. Maker Marks identify the manufacturer of the blade. It has a wooden box case plain on the outside but has An eagle fling on the inside lid. by Old Hunter Wed Jan 01, 2014 8:57 pm, Post and Four-line tang stamp with nail file/match strike. Antelope. Introducing the Taylor MBS (Mini BroadSword)! Some sawtooth on too of blade at front and of frame. Terms & Conditions | Thank you for reaching out with your question. The company located in England and USA, NY, by Knife Nut Mon Apr 12, 2010 8:20 pm, Post Sold Date. This firm was launched in about 1898 by Herbert Robinson, a cutler, residing in Intake Road, Park. GAKs, I have to believe that this is a genuine issue knife. links[5]='http://www.wwiidaggers.com'; The razor was made in Germany for The W.Bingham Co., 1841-1948. Sword blade "blanks" may originate in many countries and were desireable trade goods. var ad=new Array() Wecome to my private collection of ethnographic swords, knives and other edged weapons! Thanks. For example, the "eyelash" or "sickle" marks of Genoa and elsewhere are well known and often imitated, that is, added to blades originating in German or the Caucausus. Mappin Brothers/Mappin & Webb, Sheffield. The Mazir-i-Sharif stamp was added to edged weapons and coins in Kabul, Afghanistan. FEEDBACK: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly! We also get your email address to automatically create an account for you in our website. 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Rockingham Works 1809(1815) - 1848. Boker registered the "OLDE STAG" name in 1976. Just wanted to show off some of my german tang stamps. The unique combination of abundant natural resources, skilled artisans, and strict quality control helped Solingen earn its title as a hub of blade production. made for the West German Police. He immigrated to the US about 1880, and went to work for the cutlery jobbing of Alfr c 1882. Front of the box says, Sportsmans Pocket Knife in yellow writing and bottom right corner in white writing says, Wildlife Series. . More on Estimating the Age of Boker Knives - iKnife Collector document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); I have a solingen bread knife the makers mark is a triangle with an H and n M underneath it coming up between the legs of the H Can you identify this mark? All About Pocket Knives is a knife related resource center for buying, selling, researching, and discussing all things knives, Post Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator. Cash, Cashier's Checks, Money Orders, and Credit Cards accepted. . Many pages in the section on terminology, called, Books, especially those on Sword Identification, Swords & Edged Weapons - Gentleman's Military Interest Club, Markings on British and Commonwealth Bayonets, Marking of weapons: Anthropologically and Sociologically, Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. var xy=Math.floor(Math.random()*ad.length); by 313 Mike Wed Jan 01, 2014 10:40 pm, Post You might want to research Solingen knife makers with those initials to narrow down the possibilities. Some razors from my collection with fancy scales: Rather, they may be added locally as markers of quality or "power" of the blade. &nbs "The J.R. Torrey Co", Worcester, Massachusetts existed 1858 - 1963. 2017-04-17. Sole Authorship Custom L6 Hunter/Skinner with CocoboloHandle, Sole Authorship Custom L6 Hunter/Skinner with Tiger MapleHandle, Sole Authorship Utility/Tactical CustomKnife, A Basic Introduction to Boker Tang Stamps Mark D. Zalesky and Knife World, The Shield Tells a Story More on Estimating the Age of Boker Knives, Camillus Tang Stamps circa 1915-1946 -A WORK IN PROGRESS, The Tang Stamps of Adolph Kastor, Camillus and Their Cutlery Relatives, Case XX Folding Knife Tang Stamp Dating Video, The History of W.R. Case & Sons and Related Companies, Case Factory Pattern Number Reference Guide, Google Book Review of American Premium Guide to Knives and Razors: Identification and Value Guide, Schrade Cut. I have looks like cut bone 2 blade pocket knife. I've seen his reference table for Boker tang stamps, though, and that's the closest I can figure for your knife. A new iKC calendar and a new year of knives! He was one of the most successful Eskilstuna cutlers. You may need a magnifying glass or strong light source to see the marks clearly. I bought a knife that I thought was a pre 1980 and because I didn't know the right tang stamps, I bought one that was made in the early 1980's. This . Then a bear picture on one blade on other blade it says stainless over pakistan. Page from Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Company catalog 1917 in high resoluti George William Korn was born in Breslau, Germany, May 22, 1846. It is tricky, because one needs to be certain that the shield is original to the knife. Great thread! I really enjoyed seeing some of those old stamps, thanks for posting them. ad[7]='http://www.germandaggers.com/banners/Marna.jpg'; To Become An American Bladesmith Society Mastersmith. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Norikazu is the first in his family to m Case Brothers Cutlery Co. and W. R. Case & Sons chronology. I did Steve, I now know where it's at. The federal shield. is a commercial Victorinox or a contractor made surplus GAK, so it seems that Co. Walden, New York Tang Stamps, Victorinox Swiss Army Tang Stamps and Dating Info, Sportsmans Guide Puma Knife | Finaciallife, How To Fling A Butterfly Knife | Information. Aitor, a Mil-Tec, two I.C.A.R., and the birds head marked GAK. There is no doubt that Eskilstuna is a typical industrial city. The Admirals. This trademark was used by Needham, Veall & Tyzack. As time passed by, Swiss Army knives came with simplified tang stamps. Camillus Tang Stamps and Dates (www.bladeforums.com) Camillus Tang Stamps circa 1915-1946 -A WORK IN PROGRESS (AAPK-All About Pocket Knives) The Tang Stamps of Adolph Kastor, Camillus and Their Cutlery Relatives (Knifeworld) Canal Street Cutlery. These factors could help you determine its age and purpose. Determine the age and history of your knife by researching the makers mark and any other identifying features, such as handle materials or blade design. Can you send me a pic? The reduction in stamp duty in Maharashtra from September 1, 2020, to December 31, 2020, and from January 1, 2021, to March 31, 2021, was a welcome move, particularly in Mumbai and Pune, where property costs are already high. In 1947 it was a part "Pearlduck" under the direction of David Perlson. Here is another bunch of Imperial tang stamps that may vary slightly from those posted earlier. Circa 1982. Eickhorn Solingen. A couple of distantly related cousins (both companies trace back to Adolph Kastor). Need information regarding this knife my brother and I found when we were children. The initials D.S you mentioned could be a clue to the knife maker. Customized CCM contract GAK with G10 Scales. Sohn 77, Solingen-Germany. Locally-added marks may vary significantly from the original marks, and this sometimes provides additional clues for identification of a blade. This company was founded in 1888, registered in Solingen in 1901, stopped producing products in 1995 and closed in 1997. Tang Stamps. I was wondering if it would be a good idea to have a topic called Tang Stamps where members could post the lists of tang stamps. These lines identify the year the knife was made and the factory where it was made. In 1975, the firm was purchased by A.G. Russell of Springdale, Arkansas. Fake Solingen knives may have poorly executed makers marks, inferior materials, or subpar craftsmanship. 1955-1972 Tang stamp 1972 - 1984 W Germany black blade etch 1984 - 1988 W Germany grey blade etch 1988 - present grey blade etch . There must be something in the air. This one is on a knife made in 1937, but the bar shield was in use long before that. Stamp - all-new knives in this category carry at least one stamp. All rights reserved. This is a great piece for Solingen Germany knife collectors and will not last! Thank you, Bull. My pocket knife has a knife laying.an a hammer swinging down towards the knife like it is going to hit it.