You know, it’s the thing that you use to pry open the blade on a pocket knife! Depending on the stubbornness of the blade, using a pull depends on having a present and strong thumb nail. As a pocket knife … Continued
“Where it all began” is the title of this post for two reasons. For one, John Brown Francis (JBF) Champlin would give the Case family the experience to pursue their own paths in the knife industry. After contracting knives … Continued
I wanted to document the giveaways for the Grand Opening of oldpocketknives.com by creating this post. Through Facebook and other websites, I was able to get the word out and many of you submitted your name for the drawing. I … Continued
By the age of 13 I had collected a few pocket knives from antique shows and flea markets. After taking them home and removing the gunk, I wanted to find out more about a few of them. I sent some … Continued
Sometimes it’s the pattern. Sometimes it’s the handle material. Sometimes its the feel of the knife. For me, this early Ulster Knife Co Ellenville, NY (two line stamp) has all three characteristics. This lockback folding hunter appeals to the eye. … Continued