Old Friends Friday

tongueriver said:
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For their vintage pocket knives, Clauss Cutlery used several makers, including Case XX, Schatt & Morgan, and manufacturers in Japan. The specific maker can often be identified by distinct markings or model numbers found on the knife.

U.S. manufacturers
  • Case XX: Some rare vintage Clauss pocket knives were actually produced by Case XX, a well-known and highly collectible American manufacturer. These knives were made for Clauss and feature specific model numbers, like the
    Case XX 6202 1/2
    .
  • Schatt & Morgan: One eBay listing for a Clauss knife refers to parts compatible with Schatt & Morgan, suggesting a relationship between the companies or that Schatt & Morgan made knives for Clauss.
  • Clauss (USA): Some knives marked as made in the USA were produced by Clauss itself when it operated its own manufacturing facilities in Fremont, Ohio. One example is the vintage
    Clauss #59 jack knife
    .

Japanese manufacturers
  • Various Japanese makers: During certain periods, particularly after World War II, Clauss also sourced knives from Japan. Some vintage Clauss knives are marked as "Made in Japan," such as the
    Clauss PK3 floral pocket knife
    .

Identification guide for vintage Clauss pocket knives
To determine who made a specific vintage Clauss pocket knife, you can check the markings on the tang (the part of the blade that attaches to the handle). The stamp will typically indicate the manufacturer and place of origin, such as "Clauss Fremont OH USA" or "Clauss Made In JAPAN".

Current manufacturer
Since 2004, the Clauss brand has been owned by the Acme United Corporation. Acme United also owns the Camillus brand and has integrated Clauss products, including utility and folding knives, into its current operations.
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Mine has the Fremont OH tang stamp. And may be difficult to see in my post but there is also a 61 (it could be a 19) on the pile side of the main.
 
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