Florist, Pruning and Grafting Knives

[waynorth]

I am an internet neophyte and cannot figure out that pinterest site. If that Touzalin postcard is for sale, maybe someone can message me on how to do it???

 

[Jolipapa]

Interesting link I brought over from Levine's forum!!
https://www.pinterest.fr/pin/378091331201189377/
And this one!!
https://picclick.fr/une-lame-de-coupe-choux-rasoir-Touzalin-254069717573.html

thanks to @flexo

Spot on Charlie. (I don't think the postcard is for sale.)
The legend says : Touzalin cutlery and hardware store in Vendôme.

Vendôme is a small town (#16 000 souls) 75 miles north of Chatellerault, hometown of Rochambeau.
The razor was probably mass produced by Mermilliod (2 factories), steel coming from Hunstman of Sheffield. Knife blades were made with St Etienne steel.
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[waynorth]

Not that far from Paris!! Thanks for the look and explanation, JP!!
The clothing in the picture suggests 1920s when the photo was taken. Any style experts out there??

 

[Gevonovich]

Hugo Koller from Solingen Germany - 4" closed
A gem of a working knife

 

[Gevonovich]

 

[waynorth]

A true working/harvesting knife, Gev!! I like the way the liners extend out to protect the blade from wracking to the sides!! Prevents twist on the rivet, and premature "wobble"!
Form follows function; gorgeous!!
Does that top picture in the last post show remnants of Rapini??

 

[Gevonovich]

A true working/harvesting knife, Gev!! I like the way the liners extend out to protect the blade from wracking to the sides!! Prevents twist on the rivet, and premature "wobble"!
Form follows function; gorgeous!!
Does that top picture in the last post show remnants of Rapini??

No rapini this time..just a head of standard fare broccoli for sharpening tests And the feature of which you speak fared admirably !! Cutting and twisting through the thick stalk with rigidity and grace! More knives should be constructed in this manner

In the hand....this knife is rustic genius indeed !!

Now I know why you collect them ! I see more in my dreams Thanks, Charlie !!

Post um if you got em everyone

 

[Will Power]

I've been impressed with a couple of Ettricks I recently took on board, Ebony and shown here, Rosewood.

I hope they qualify, as the long handle and sturdy Wharncliffe give good pruning and taking cuttings opportunities.

 

[waynorth]

No rapini this time..just a head of standard fare broccoli for sharpening tests And the feature of which you speak fared admirably !! Cutting and twisting through the thick stalk with rigidity and grace! More knives should be constructed in this manner

In the hand....this knife is rustic genius indeed !!

Now I know why you collect them ! I see more in my dreams Thanks, Charlie !!

Post um if you got em everyone

I love all Brassicas, but Rapini is my favorite!!
Harvested with such a knife makes them all even better, Gev!! The tool that improves the veggies!!
Wonderful indeed!

 

[waynorth]

I've been impressed with a couple of Ettricks I recently took on board, Ebony and shown here, Rosewood.

I hope they qualify, as the long handle and sturdy Wharncliffe give good pruning and taking cuttings opportunities.

While the primary function of Ettricks is somewhat debatable, I think you have a good knife (knives) for the jobs you suggest, Will!
Interestingly, I have an Ettrick out on my desk, whilst I was thinking about blade etches!!
(And Carico Lake Turquiose!!)
- - Back to Work!!

 

[waynorth]

Helps if I add the pictures!!

 

[Gevonovich]

Helps if I add the pictures!!
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Divine pieces !! The green hues in the Carico turquoise sets of the red in the handles of the Lockwood...lord have mercy !!

For some reason I feel like cooking tonight

 

[veitsi_poika]

Big 'ol Ulster

 

[veitsi_poika]

I've been impressed with a couple of Ettricks I recently took on board, Ebony and shown here, Rosewood.

I hope they qualify, as the long handle and sturdy Wharncliffe give good pruning and taking cuttings opportunities.

Love the stag on your Forum knife too

 

[Gevonovich]

I've been impressed with a couple of Ettricks I recently took on board, Ebony and shown here, Rosewood.

I hope they qualify, as the long handle and sturdy Wharncliffe give good pruning and taking cuttings opportunities.

Qualify...it gets a Gold Star !!! Great looking knife !

 

[Gevonovich]

Big 'ol Ulster

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Gorgeous oldster, Kevin ! Ulster goodness

 

[veitsi_poika]

Gorgeous oldster, Kevin ! Ulster goodness

Thanks Gevo, Happy Sunday to you kind sir

 

[Nature Boy]

Will add this one here. Supposedly was on display in the factory when it closed.

 

[waynorth]

Divine pieces !! The green hues in the Carico turquoise sets of the red in the handles of the Lockwood...lord have mercy !!

For some reason I feel like cooking tonight

Hope you had a nice dinner last night, Gev!!

 

[Will Power]

Big 'ol Ulster

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Thanks, maybe the Forum Knife will look like this in a century's time?

Everything about this Ulster impresses, from the overall condition, to the Stag and its very dimensions. Grooved parallel Stag like that is particularly noteworthy, it becomes benign with age by taking on an almost buttery hue. I infer that this is a result of prolonged use, handling but also exposure to daylight, some other older Stag stays more blackened and I think it might be conversely because of prolonged non use and being left in a drawer for decades. You can see the English influence at work on this American example: high quality material & finish, the selection of Antler, butt plate, wraparound spring and the very small Rat-Tail bolster. The latter is a piece of aesthetic mastery. Really grand knife to be in anybody's collection.

Thanks, Will