Unusual South American Gaucho Type Knife with Beautiful Striped Lucite Handle and Leather Sheath c1930
Here on offer is an unusual South American Gaucho Knife type knife with a beautiful striped Lucite handle and leather sheath, circa 1930.
My belief is these very fine knives were made in Solingen Germany by a number of makers, for export to Brazil and were made between 1927 and 1940.
They where made to be carried by the “wealthy” South Americans, both men and women... read more
75.00 GBP
Vintage South American Gaucho Cowboy Knife with 7” Blade and Silver Fittings by A E & Co Marca Registrada circa 1930
Here on offer is a fine example of an ornate vintage South American Verijero type Gaucho Knife, with a handle and sheath made of 800 grade silver, circa 1930.
These luxurious South American silver and sometimes gold embellished knives made their first appearances after the 1830/1840s, once the true local silversmith trade was established. In those early years, this type of costly... read more
75.00 GBP
Rare Model P. 435 'Sport' Knife with Nickel Silver Grip and Locking Clip Point Blade by Joseph Rodgers & Sons c1880
Here on offer is a really impressive antique Model P. 435 'Sport' knife with nickel silver grip and locking clip point blade by Joseph Rodgers & Sons, of Sheffield England, circa 1880.
Highly collectible today, the J. Rodgers knives are among the most respected and sought after, particularly their early and innovative folding knives.
The Model P. 435 'Sport' knife... read more
175.00 GBP
Antique Victorian silver Cigar or Cheroot Cutter by James Alexander, Birmingham c1895
Here on offer is beautiful example of an antique Victorian silver cigar or cheroot cutter by James Alexander, Birmingham, circa 1895.
This cutter retains its original curved steel spring loaded blade, that still has excellent spring tension and is stamped on one side, “SHEFFIELD”. The blade also opens out so that it can be used as a small pen knife.
The main body h... read more
Scarce Framed Set of 8 Coloured Postcards of Landmarks of Antwerp and the Image of Albert I of Belgium
Here on offer is a framed set of 8 coloured postcards of landmarks of Antwerp that when placed together depict the image of Albert I of Belgium.
Albert I was King of the Belgians from 23 December 1909 until his death in 1934. He is popularly referred to as the Knight King or Soldier King in Belgium in reference to his role during World War I.
The coloured postcards... read more
25.00 GBP
Impressive Butcher’s Knife with 10.5” Carbon Steel “Double Shear” Blade by John Wilson (I. Wilson) of Sheffield
Here on offer is an impressive butcher’s knife with a 10.5” hand forged, carbon steel “Double Shear” blade and rosewood grip, by I. Wilson of Sheffield.
The Double Shear Steel refers to high-quality, hand-forged carbon steel blades produced by the renowned English cutlery firm of John Wilson, also known as “I. Wilson”, during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
"Do... read more
Large 20” Curved Cattle Horn Powder Flask with Carrying Strap and Horn Stopper
Here on offer is a large 20” curved cattle horn powder flask with carrying strap and horn stopper.
The horn has been fitted with a shaped wooden bung at the wide open end, that is held in place with five metal pins.
The tip has a shaped horn bung that has a small strap attached to ensure it doesn’t get lost when removed.
It is fitted with a strong ma... read more
25.00 GBP
Antique Japanese Bamboo Cane Sword Stick with 17.5” Single Edged Steel Blade and 5” False Edge
Here on offer is an unusual version of an antique Japanese bamboo cane sword stick.
It has an impressive thin triangular section sectioned 17.5” steel sword blade with a single cutting edge, that is very sharp. Unusually it has a 5” long false edge to the top section, near the tip, similar to what was seen on early sabre swords. I have never seen a false edge on a sword stick bef... read more