J Askham & Son Knife in Stag

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Hello All,

Does anyone know the history behind this company?
I don't get much information when I google it, other than it existed from 1856 to the 1920's.

Beautiful stag knife.

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Thanks,

Ken K
 
A few quotes from Tweedale's Directory of Sheffield Cutlery Manufacturers 1740-2010:

John Askham 1818-1894

Originally a partnership Frost, Askham,& Mosforth. Around 1850. Several changes in business and eventually Askham became sole owner in 1855.

" … his products …'adapted…primarily for the United States of America'". Sold primarily through an office in New York City.

Son Frank by 1914 had changed the company to the manufacture of cardboard boxes. Still at Broad Lane Works. Company ceased operation in 1968.

There is about a page of information in the above mentioned book. Way to much for me to type here.

Is there another mark on the pile side of the tang?

Very nice looking example by the way. Thanks for sharing.
 
Thanks for the information ptradeco. I'll have to try and purchase a copy of that book.

There are no markings on the pile side of the tang.

Thanks Again,

Ken K
 
Beautiful knife :thumbup:

Edit - Just noticed that's my 10,000th post (brief as it was)! :)
 
Great looking knife! I have to wonder, if back in the day long folders like that were made, the buyers must have needed knives that served multiple kitchen prep uses..... cutting a large piece of meat off the bone, cutting a loaf of bread, cutting out a slice from a wheel of cheese. Today, food comes in smaller packages and maybe such a large knife isn't as needed.... plus the availability of kitchen knives in the home or anywhere.
 
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