Reproduction 18th Century folders

[JN01]

Does anyone know of custom makers who produce reproductions of 18th century clasp knives?

There are several places that sell cheapo ($15-20) copies but I'd like to find something of better quality.

 

[orthogonal1]

Looking for friction folders?

Try William Henry - they used to offer such a model.

 

[JN01]

Looking for a jack knife style where the blade stays open.

 

[SilverFoxKnows]

Navajas, Nontrons and Laguioles all date back to the 18th century. Nice productions repros can be had (if you want to call them repros, they're all very old designs). But I haven't found anything resembling the Valley Forge knife that wasn't cheap junk. And stay away from the $10-15 navajas. I got one for a pirate costume and that's about all it's good for. I think it's joker that makes a horn handled ring-locker that greatly resembles the common clasp knife of the colonies. Maybe a Svord Peasant would be close enough? I'd love to know what you find, I'm always looking to find new kit for the pirate/ren events.

Frank

 

[JN01]

I found this nice one on Wise Custom Knives website:
http://www.angelfire.com/my/wisecustomknives/4Gallery.html (soldier's knife and English clasp knife)

Beautiful but over my budget. I'd like to find something between it ($300) and the $20 Pakistani made junk that is commonly available.