This is a beautiful Winchester Texas Toothpick Knife with burnt orange jigged bone handles. On the bullet shield is the word “Winchester”. On the front side of the tang it says “Winchester Trademark, Made in USA. On the back side of the tang it says 19102, “93. This knife is about 5 inches long when closed and about 9 inches long when the blade is fully opened. This is a slip joint knife, rare in the knife industry today.
This blog covers my search for knives from around the world and discoveries that I have learned while doing research. Also the wonderful people I have encountered while traveling with wonderful stories to share.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Barry Wood Style “Dakota” Folder
This is a Barry Wood style folder, it is about 6 3/8 inches long when opened and the blade is about 2 1/2 inches long. On the handle is the word “Dakota” and on the front side of the tang “Taylor, Miami, FL.” On the back side of the tang “440 Stainless, 479 Japan”. The handles are black plastic, the blade sits deep and well centered when closed.
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Old Spearhead and Dagger from Italy
Here are two knives, a Spearhead and Iron Dagger of a retiarius, from Pompeii, Province of Naples, Campania, Italy. I took this photo in September 2017 while on vacation.
Saturday, March 30, 2019
Holley Knife Catalog 1904
This is a Holley Manufacturing Company knife catalog from 1904. The history of the company started in 1833. Holley made high quality knives and for a number of years, enjoyed good business. Hollye's market share began to dwindle as newer and more modernized manufacturing began to compete. The firm continued to make knives in a much smaller volume until 1930, when it ceased production.
Saturday, March 23, 2019
Ted Dowell Funny Folder
This is a Ted Dowell (1929-2012) Funny Folder. This folder is about 7.5 inches when open and about 4.5 inches when closed. This knife was made around 1985, it will open either way. The TD logo is on the pin, I think the blade is made of 440C stainless steel, but I’m not sure. The handles are made of Micarta.
Monday, February 11, 2019
1997 Remington Poster “LumberJack” or “Cut and Run”
This 1997 Remington Poster “LumberJack” is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printer the words “Cut and Run”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.
Saturday, February 9, 2019
1995 Remington Poster “Master Guide or “Rapid Action”
This 1995 Remington Poster “Master Guide is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printed the words “Rapid Action”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.
Thursday, February 7, 2019
1994 Remington Poster “The Camp” or “Time’s a-wastin, Son”
This 1994 Remington Poster “The Camp” is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printer the words “Time’s a-wastin, Son”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.
Thursday, January 31, 2019
1993 Remington Poster “Bush Pilot” or “A Rack Awry”
This 1993 Remington Poster “Bush Pilot” is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printer the words “A Rack Awry”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his paintings.
Wednesday, January 23, 2019
1992 Remington Poster “The Guide” or “Helping the Ol Sport Out”
This is a 1992 Remington Poster “The Guide” is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printer the words “Helping the Ol’ Sport Out”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.
Friday, January 18, 2019
1991 Remington Poster “Mini Trapper” or “Through Thick and Thin”
This 1991 Remington Poster “The Mini Trapper” is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printer the words “Through Thick and Thin”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.
Thursday, January 17, 2019
California Knifemakers Show March 2, 2019
The California Knifemakers Association cordially invites the general public to join them on March 2, 2019, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Brea Community Center, 695 East Madison Way, Brea, CA. This one day show will be unique opportunity to observe and purchase some of the finest custom knives made in the USA. Admission and parking are FREE. For information please see http://www.calknives.org
Monday, January 14, 2019
1989 Remington Poster “The Trapper” or “Out On A Limb”
This is a 1989 Remington Poster 20 inches by 30 inches. It is “The Trapper”. On the bottom left hand side, are printed the words “Out On A Limb”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.
Sunday, January 13, 2019
1988 Remington Poster “Muskrat” or “A Pack of Trouble”
This 1988 Remington Poster “The Muskrat” is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printer the words “A Pack of Trouble”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.
Friday, January 11, 2019
1990 Remington Poster “The Tracker” or “Rattled”
This 1990 Remington “The Tracker” poster is 20 inches by 30 inches. On the bottom left hand side, are printer the words “Rattled”. This poster was designed by Larry W. Duke, who received a lifetime achievement award for his painting.