One old folder and one old fixed

[Pondoro2310]

Got the Fisherman's Luck folder for a song because the blade was covered in mastic (glue for vinyl floor tiles) and the tip was broken off about 1/4". I have no illusions that it is valuable, but I have my grandfather's old fishing rod that he used from the 40's through the 60's and this knife will be a nice accompaniment to it. I sharpened it carefully because the blade is nickel or chrome plated. A sweet mid-twentieth century artifact and I will try to ensure that it goes fishing again.

The old table knife is from the 1800's I'm pretty sure, though some rural folk used them into the 1900's. Ebony handles with (certainly) lead-bearing pewter. I think it is safe to eat with if you don't suck on the handle or soak it with your other utensils and dishes. I rubbed the handle with linseed oil and buffed the knife with steel wool. I probably do not plan to eat with it anyway.

 

[Jack1951]

Nice looking knives to add to a collection. Old used knives have a history to them.

 

[Jeff_R]

Thank you for sharing a pic and the stories behind your two new finds, Pondoro.

 

[Ernie1980]

Nice finds! I love old knives

 

[paulhilborn]

Both knives are unique and very nice. The table knife is really a gem though!!! Thanks for posting them.

 

[Pondoro2310]

Those old ebony or bone handled table knives are not rare, but the average "knife guy" may not run across them. They live in boxes of table utensils in flea markets and antique shops, while the pocket and belt knives live under glass in cases. I seek them out because my daughter and her friends do "living history", reenacting 1800's life.

They are thin (steel was expensive in the 1800s) and you can get them pretty sharp.