Knife grinding circa 1902

[celticrogues]

Just ran across this photo from the Thiers knife factory in France and thought it was pretty interesting. Circa 1902, knife grinders would lay down to grind the blades to save their backs. They'd also have dogs laying on their legs for warmth.

More info here.

A knife story | Claude Dozorme

www.dozorme-claude.fr

Just thought it was pretty cool!

-Mike

 

[scarysamcary]

I love the shop dogs being put to good use lol

 

[Rufus1949]

I think the third guy from the left is sleeping.
Thanks for sharing some history.