Old John Primble Knives & Belknap Hardware History

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paulhilborn said:
I'm simply running out of adjectives my friend!!! but what the heck, here goes. It is a pleasure to witness a collection coming to be right in front of our eyes!!! and today's adjective's...Fabulous and Fantastic come to mind;):D
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Exactly! Love seeing your new knives and the enthusiasm you have for them.

Chris
 
Another bone handled ISW Bare-headed Jack next to the Harness Jack. The BH Jack looks to have NYKC jigging. ;):)


Thank you for the comments guys. 👍:)
 
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Another addition to my old John Primble collection arrived in today's mail:


A beautiful old Belknap HDW. & MFG. Co. (1940-1968) red saw-cut bone John Primble Barlow with long pull clip and pen blade.

This knife arrived from North Dakota and was a gift from Blade Forums legendary member Paul Hilborn.

Paul's pictures, previously posted in the old knife thread, were so nice, I decided to use his pictures and add my own little twists, or drop shadows, if you will. ;):)

I have already made room for it in the Primble cabinet, however, it did not stay there long as I snatched it out and carried it all afternoon.

I really like it in my watch pocket. :)

I suppose Paul put his own edge on this knife as it is razor sharp - WOW - I learned that I need sharpening lessons from Paul !! :eek:👍

Others and I had noticed that I was missing a nice Primble barlow from my collection, but, it was not because I had not tried. :eek: I wanted a really nice red saw-cut bone in the Primble Barlow and every time I would run across one, there would be something about it I did not like, a bone crack, used up blades, or something that would turn me off to it.

Well - Paul found what I couldn't and I am very grateful for this outstanding example which he so graciously sent to me!! :eek::eek:👍👍:)

Also included was a 1944 wheat penny ( I wonder if that was one of the window sill coins :confused::confused: ) and a very nicely worded note from Paul.

I have said previously that I owe many here thank you's for all of the advice, gifted knives, tips on locating, knife boxes, and advice on my cabinet. Every time I look in the cabinet, I see not only a beautiful cabinet and beautiful knives, but, beautiful friendships. So Paul Hilborn's name will be yet another which I think of as I enjoy my favorite collection.

I will take a picture of this knife in it's place in the cabinet, after I can make myself take it out of my pocket long enough to do so. :D

Paul - I love this knife and I can't thank you enough for the pleasure, my friend. 👍👍:)
 
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Primble, you are so welcome:thumbup: It's rather aged and in rough shape to say the least but I know after a Primble-a-zation treatment it will look better:o

You know they say possession is 9/10th's of the law but I'm sure in a court of law my case would be pretty weak as it does have your name on it:D

I didn't do anything to it aside from the ritual sharpening and a little oil---I have to admit I'm looking forward to your photo skills of that knife versus mine. I know of no one that can take the quality pictures you can my friend;):thumbup: You are right on with that Wheat Penny coming from the window;)
 
That is a nice gesture Paul. That knife is in great shape and it won't take long for Primble to work his magic on it. ;)
 
Well, I knew something was up! The Barlow is a real treasure and will really highlight the display with the wonderful stamping on the bolsters and that beautiful bone! I look forward to seeing it in its place on the display! Very well done, Paul!!!

I know it will be hard to get that one out of your pocket, Primble!!

What a pleasure to see after a long day at work:D

( By the way... I carried that Mechanic you sent me Paul...and yes he puts on a nice edge;)
 
Awesome stuff Primble my friend. I was having a chat to Paul in the weekend and he mentioned that he sent you that lovely Barlow- and I have been waiting to see a post about it! So good to see it arrive "home" to Primble land!
Great to see and to our good mate Paul - once again you show what such a genreroys person you are my friend.
Thank you guys. Great reading and Primbke- great photos!
 
paulhilborn said:
It's rather aged and in rough shape to say the least but I know after a Primble-a-zation treatment it will look better:o

You are right on with that Wheat Penny coming from the window;)
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Paul - I think the knife is in fine condition and considered leaving it as found. I will probably work out some of the surface corrosion that has started, however, I want it to still look old. It is very cool to have one of the window sill finds!! :thumbup::thumbup::):cool:

Markesharp said:
That is a nice gesture Paul. That knife is in great shape and it won't take long for Primble to work his magic on it. ;)
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You are correct Mark - short work on this one. :thumbup::D

Gevonovich said:
The Barlow is a real treasure and will really highlight the display with the wonderful stamping on the bolsters and that beautiful bone! I look forward to seeing it in its place on the display!
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I was thinking the same thing. :thumbup:;)

Campbellclanman said:
Awesome stuff Primble my friend. I was having a chat to Paul in the weekend and he mentioned that he sent you that lovely Barlow- and I have been waiting to see a post about it! So good to see it arrive "home" to Primble land!
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Thank you Duncan and it is hard to put this one in a cabinet, as I want to carry it. I suppose that is what is so nice about the magnets. ;):)
 
John Primble Belknap HDW. & MFG. Co. red saw-cut bone Barlow, circa 1940-1968:

I had posted these pictures elsewhere and forgot to post them in the old Primble thread. ;):)
 
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Man...this Thread gives me a warm feeling, beautiful knives here Primble. I am sure the other guys like it to to reminisce and look at the knives - that Stag Primble - I remember when the owner before me posted it up on old knives - I was blown away - now...forgive my memory...I t may have been Brad? who owned this before me - brad forgive my memory here Sir - but when I saw it posted in the Traditionals for sale - I couldnt believe it!! - its so so good to see that knife there with you-and that Golden Bone Whittler always puts a smile on my face - Paul would feel the same way as me seeing his old friend now with its new family of stunning knives.
Just a great Cabinet my friend!
Well done and thank you buddy, must ring you soon too by the way!
 
Campbellclanman said:
Man...this Thread gives me a warm feeling, beautiful knives here Primble. I am sure the other guys like it to to reminisce and look at the knives - that Stag Primble - I remember when the owner before me posted it up on old knives - I was blown away - now...forgive my memory...I t may have been Brad? who owned this before me - brad forgive my memory here Sir - but when I saw it posted in the Traditionals for sale - I couldnt believe it!! - its so so good to see that knife there with you-and that Golden Bone Whittler always puts a smile on my face - Paul would feel the same way as me seeing his old friend now with its new family of stunning knives.
Just a great Cabinet my friend!
Well done and thank you buddy, must ring you soon too by the way!
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So true Duncan. I'm honored as you and others to be a very small part of Primble's truly wonderful display and knives. It's a good feeling knowing that the knife found it's way home to it's rightful owner:thumbup:
 
Campbellclanman said:
Man...this Thread gives me a warm feeling, beautiful knives here Primble.

Paul would feel the same way as me seeing his old friend now with its new family of stunning knives.

Just a great Cabinet my friend!
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Very much appreciated Duncan and Paul.

I get by with a little help from my friends ( credits shown in picture ). I see those names, as well as the outstanding ole knives, every time I peer into the cabinet. Thank you again to all of you that lent me a helping hand, or knife ..... or knives, if you will. :D
 
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sorry - cant keep away - I am on my way to Tays car - but this is what knife collecting is about my friends - having GOOD mates help you out, having to hunt them down..honestly - I wouldnt have half the knives I do now if it werent for my very good Traditional Friends here - you guys know what I mean.
 
Campbellclanman said:
sorry - cant keep away - I am on my way to Tays car - but this is what knife collecting is about my friends - having GOOD mates help you out, having to hunt them down..honestly - I wouldnt have half the knives I do now if it werent for my very good Traditional Friends here - you guys know what I mean.
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Good point brother... I keep coming back as well. The Spear blades keep calling out to me! :-)
friends IS what its all about.
 
Well Primble my friend, your true generosity has helped build/add to many a collection, I know I'm a benefactor of your good Karma.

Your package last night blew me away and I've had a smile on my face all day when I simply gaze at the wonderful EO Scout I'm carrying today thanks to you;)

I know it's mentioned many times but the Traditional forum is a wonderful place to be:thumbup:

Good Karma Out, Good Karma In:cool:
 
Campbellclanman said:
I wouldnt have half the knives I do now if it werent for my very good Traditional Friends here - you guys know what I mean.
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Todd Isa 53 said:
Good point brother... I keep coming back as well. The Spear blades keep calling out to me! :-)
friends IS what its all about.
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paulhilborn said:
I know it's mentioned many times but the Traditional forum is a wonderful place to be:thumbup:

Good Karma Out, Good Karma In:cool:
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Exactly. :thumbup:;):)
 
Look what I got Primble. :eek::D

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