The Wonderous Wharncliffe

Best of both worlds, another single-spring Wharncliffe/Clip GEC 82 Possum Skinner (somewhat ridiculous name...but a great pattern)

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AnW said:
Really like this one.
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Thank you.
I had a big collection of the Case Single Wharncliffe Mini Trapper knives, just regular run-o-the-mill stuff. When I heard there was an Orvis/Stag version, I didn't rest until I found one and bought it. Very tough to find them. I've since given away all the Case Wharncliffe knives I had to members here on the porch, but kept this one for my safe. It was part of my first knife collection and my favorite of the bunch. Also my first "hunted" knife purchase.

I am also into fly fishing, but mostly have Sage rods. Like you said, another expensive hobby, but so much fun.
 
Will Power said:
55 non locking

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Will, I have always been impressed with your collection and passion for the straight edge. I have a soft spot for the 55, excellent display as always!

3-1-1 said:
Uggh. Now when I get home I am going to have to wharncliffe a couple of muskrats.
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This made me laugh. Look forward to seeing the finished product.

mike Berkovitch said:
Wharncliffe blades were my favorite for long time, over the time my taste changed till I got this LB whittler couple of months ago, and then it came back to me why I like it so much.
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That's a heck of a knife to bring you back! Been on my list for sometime. Looks like you highly recommend it, great pic

Prester John said:
May have to tote mine tomorrow (in addition to a larger knife):
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Beauty John, love the covers on that one!

Railsplitter said:
Union Knifeworks (not to be confused with Union Cutlery) My favorite oldie.
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My oh my, what an absolutely stunning knife, on so many levels. Thank you for sharing that treasure!
 
AnW said:
Really like this one. I have a few Orvis fly rods. Guess I have two expensive hobbies:)

This is the only wharny I've got at the moment ...
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JohnDF said:
Thank you.
I had a big collection of the Case Single Wharncliffe Mini Trapper knives, just regular run-o-the-mill stuff. When I heard there was an Orvis/Stag version, I didn't rest until I found one and bought it. Very tough to find them. I've since given away all the Case Wharncliffe knives I had to members here on the porch, but kept this one for my safe. It was part of my first knife collection and my favorite of the bunch. Also my first "hunted" knife purchase.

I am also into fly fishing, but mostly have Sage rods. Like you said, another expensive hobby, but so much fun.
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Ah hem…! Fly fishing is not a hobby.
 
rockgolfer said:
Of course Rick!
Do you carry and use it? How is the walk and talk of that guy? Do you know the year it was made? Sorry I am full of questions, still kind of taking it in :)
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No problem, Jeff. I'll answer as best I can.

I carried it for a couple days when I first got it but I haven't used it yet. That's only because I got involved in other knives and I also need to put an edge on it. It has no edge on it right now to speak of.

Walk and talk is very good to excellent. Nice snap in both directions. Blade is easily pinched open.

I don't know the exact year of manufacture but my Goin's Encyclopedia of Cutlery Markings says that Union Knifeworks was only in business from 1911-1913.

I've been told by some knowledgeable folks that the knife likely left the factory with two blades. The secondary blade opened from the opposite end. If that's the case, whomever removed the secondary blade did an outstanding job of putting the knife back together.

When I was told of the modification I was shocked because to my untrained eyes, it shows no signs of being modified. I was also a little disappointed at first but then I realized that I bought the knife because I like it and before I knew anything about it. It might not be as it was when it left the factory but it's still a Union Knifeworks knife and I just adore the thing.

It's a funny thing how I ended up with the knife. I had purchased a late model Queen Barlow which upon arrival had a huge crack in the bone slabs. I returned it for an exchange and this is the knife I chose to replace it. That couldn't have worked out better because I like this knife WAY better than that Queen Barlow. The Queen being defective was a blessing in disguise.

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JohnDF said:
Thank you.
I had a big collection of the Case Single Wharncliffe Mini Trapper knives, just regular run-o-the-mill stuff. When I heard there was an Orvis/Stag version, I didn't rest until I found one and bought it. Very tough to find them. I've since given away all the Case Wharncliffe knives I had to members here on the porch, but kept this one for my safe. It was part of my first knife collection and my favorite of the bunch. Also my first "hunted" knife purchase.

I am also into fly fishing, but mostly have Sage rods. Like you said, another expensive hobby, but so much fun.
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Come out to southwest montana, I can at a minimum point you in the right direction ;)
 
Railsplitter said:
No problem, Jeff. I'll answer as best I can.

I carried it for a couple days when I first got it but I haven't used it yet. That's only because I got involved in other knives and I also need to put an edge on it. It has no edge on it right now to speak of.

Walk and talk is very good to excellent. Nice snap in both directions. Blade is easily pinched open.

I don't know the exact year of manufacture but my Goin's Encyclopedia of Cutlery Markings says that Union Knifeworks was only in business from 1911-1913.

I've been told by some knowledgeable folks that the knife likely left the factory with two blades. The secondary blade opened from the opposite end. If that's the case, whomever removed the secondary blade did an outstanding job of putting the knife back together.

When I was told of the modification I was shocked because to my untrained eyes, it shows no signs of being modified. I was also a little disappointed at first but then I realized that I bought the knife because I like it and before I knew anything about it. It might not be as it was when it left the factory but it's still a Union Knifeworks knife and I just adore the thing.

It's a funny thing how I ended up with the knife. I had purchased a late model Queen Barlow which upon arrival had a huge crack in the bone slabs. I returned it for an exchange and this is the knife I chose to replace it. That couldn't have worked out better because I like this knife WAY better than that Queen Barlow. The Queen being defective was a blessing in disguise.

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Awesome story, It was meant to be! Appreciate you explaining all that. Such a short lived company, it's awesome you have such a fine example. Even if it was a two blade to start life. Thanks for sharing the history of it Rick.
 
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