Vintage German made North Brazilian “Faca de Ponta” Knife with Leather Sheath c1930

Here on offer is a fine example of vintage German made North Brazilian “Faca de Ponta” knife with its original leather sheath.

My belief is these very fine knives where made in Solingen Germany by a number of makers, for export to Brazil and where made between 1927 and 1940.

They where made to be carried by the “wealthy” Brazilian’s as a form of protection and wher...  read more

Code: 50656

Unique Victorian Carved Horn and Silver Horse Leg Shaped Snuff Holder

Here on offer is a unique and rare Victorian horn and silver snuff holder that has been hand carved into a horse’s leg and hoof.

I have seen a few antique walking canes with horn horse leg handles, but never a snuff holder.

All the metal fittings are test as 925-grade silver but there are no hallmarks or makers details.

The horse leg has been beauti...  read more

Code: 50645

Mint BUCK 835 Selkirk Fixed Blade Knife with Custom Leather Sheath c2024

Here on offer is a mint example of a BUCK 835 Selkirk fixed blade knife with a custom hand-made leather sheath, circa 2024.

The Selkirk is a great functional tool for outdoor situations. It is named after the rugged Selkirk Mountain range beginning in the Northern Panhandle of Idaho.

My understanding is that if the blade doesn't have USA on it, then it indicates th...  read more

Code: 52374

Mint Vintage Hunting Knife with Faux Stag Antler Grip and Leather Sheath by TRAMONTINA Brasil

Here on offer is a mint hunting knife with a faux (plastic) stag antler grip and strong leather sheath, made by TRAMONTINA in Brasil.

This vintage hunting knife is in mint condition and has a 5.1” highly polished stainless steel blade.

On one side it is etched with the makers details:

TRAMONTINA
INOX – STAINLESS - BRASIL

It ha...  read more

Code: 52376

Rare Tapio Wirkkala Designed Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath made by Oy Hackman - Finland c1961

Here on offer is a rare Tapio Wirkkala designed puukko knife with a tan leather sheath, made by Oy Hackman AB, Sorsakoski, Finland, circa 1961.

Tapio Wirkkala (2 June 1915 – 19 May 1985) was a Finnish designer who was trained as a decorative carver and sculptor. He graduated in 1936 from The Institute of Industrial Arts in Helsinki and in 1955 and 1956 worked for the famous Ameri...  read more

Code: 52375

Fine Pair of Vintage Italian Chrome Plated Poultry Scissors with Stag Horn Handles by ANGESA

Here on offer is a fine pair of vintage Italian Chrome Plated Poultry Scissors with Stag Horn Handles made by ANGESA.

The poultry scissors or shears are in great condition, still retaining a strong spring action and a working locking latch.

On the front they are stamped with the maker’s details being:

TRADEMARK
ANGESA
ITALY

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Code: 52373

Extra Photos of Chrome Poultry Scissors with Stag Handles - 52373

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Code: 52372

British WW1 Pattern 8173/1914 Clasp Knife with Jigged Horn Grip by J. Clarke & Son Sheffield

Here on offer is a great example of a British WW1 Pattern 8173/1914 clasp knife by J. Clarke & Son, of Sheffield, England.

This style of clasp knife has one main 3” single edged main blade and a spear pointed, double edged 1.75” long tin/can opener.

The main blade now shows signs of use ad sharpening and has some dark staining to the finish.

It is s...  read more

Code: 52361

Extra Photos of WW1 British Military Pattern 8173/1914 Clasp Knife - 52361

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Code: 52360