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unclekurty said:
Thanks Will. Cosimo killed it on this one. I hope your one in stag comes to fruition.
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Much appreciated Kurt, he certainly did :cool: If I manage it, it won't be Stag though-there's not enough decent Stag in Europe these days and none can come close to what's on the original. However, Cosimo does fabulous jigging-some of the most impressive today so that's a safe bet. Also pondering Mufflon, looks great and a very traditional material on European knives:thumbsup:
 
A pair of Allen & Son Salesman samples from the David Hayden-Wright collection. Sleeveboard is pictured 2nd from Right & Equal end 9th from Left.
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WinMag775 said:
A pair of Allen & Son Salesman Sames from the David Hayden-Wright collection. Sleeveboard is pictured 2nd from Right & Equal end 9th from Left.
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WinMag775 said:
Will Power Will Power As always, I appreciate your kind words my good friend. 1865-80 4 1/4in Slack & Grinold Swayback Bearhead Jack.
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Wow, three beautiful old knives!:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: You certainly come up with a lot of 'em!
 
WinMag775 said:
Will Power Will Power As always, I appreciate your kind words my good friend. 1865-80 4 1/4in Slack & Grinold Swayback Bearhead Jack.

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Great example and thanks once more.

This knife has turned my head and that's why I'm toying with commissioning a custom homage to it. Naturally, the Stag won't be anywhere near this so I'm looking at Jigged Bone or possibly Ram's Horn of the right type. It's an extraordinary piece and it shows the quality of design and execution that Sheffield well merited from c.1840-1914. Knives after the Great War were for the most part decidedly inferior in all ways and design/innovation all but vanished. After WW II cheaply produced knives of very variable quality pre-dominated, this decline was drawn out and can be seen in kitchen and table ware as well where competitors from USA, Continental Europe and later Asia simply produced far superior knives be they pocket or kitchen. Nostalgia and loyalty remained in the home and former empire market, but this was obviously insufficient.

Thanks, Will
 
Will Power said:
Great example and thanks once more.

This knife has turned my head and that's why I'm toying with commissioning a custom homage to it. Naturally, the Stag won't be anywhere near this so I'm looking at Jigged Bone or possibly Ram's Horn of the right type. It's an extraordinary piece and it shows the quality of design and execution that Sheffield well merited from c.1840-1914. Knives after the Great War were for the most part decidedly inferior in all ways and design/innovation all but vanished. After WW II cheaply produced knives of very variable quality pre-dominated, this decline was drawn out and can be seen in kitchen and table ware as well where competitors from USA, Continental Europe and later Asia simply produced far superior knives be they pocket or kitchen. Nostalgia and loyalty remained in the home and former empire market, but this was obviously insufficient.

Thanks, Will
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After hearing the way you speak about this knife, there’s no need to commission a custom homage. I’ve decided I’d like to gift this one to you instead, and I sincerely hope you’ll accept it.
You clearly understand and appreciate the craftsmanship, history, and significance behind these old Sheffield pieces far beyond what most people ever would. I genuinely feel this knife would mean far more in your collection than it ever could in mine, and I know it will be truly appreciated.
Consider it a small token of appreciation for the knowledge, passion, and perspective you bring to this forum. People like you help keep the history, craftsmanship, and artistry of these pieces alive 😊
DM me your shipping information, and I’ll get it sent your way this week.
– Mike
 
WinMag775 WinMag775 Just logged on after few days off...Mike, I can't begin to thank you for this spectacular offer but I can't take you up on it for reasons I outlined in my reply to you, it's for the best and the knife belongs with you my friend :thumbsup:

Not wanting to go too much off topic but I've not renewed my membership for now for many reasons but one big one is the tariffs fiasco that has engulfed us- I cannot trade knives with people in the US, sell them knives as EU post offices don't accept private packets to the US for now. There are a couple of US members I would like to gift knives to but it's impossible. Buying or receiving knives from the US is fraught and may causes long delays or returns to the sender and here are large import taxes so for now, the hobby has been stunted. I hope people understand this but it could all change suddenly....

Thanks, Will
 
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