Daggers and Knives
| Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Next | Page 13 of 46 |
.jpg)  |
**MASSIVE**CUTLER’S SHOP WINDOW ADVERTISING PIECE**Early 20th Century Bell Bowie Knife Company Sheffield Bowie Knife. ED 2185 - ED 2185 This is a Massive fully functional English Bowie. This size of Bowie were displayed by Cutler’s in their shop windows to draw attention to & advertise their wares. The 19 ¾” long, Bowie has undamaged, thick ebony scales are secured to the full tang by 5 brass rivets. It has a heavy cast brass finger guard. The knife’s impressive 12 ¼” long blade is 5mm thick and 3” broad at its widest. The polished steel blade has just small areas of staining consistent with age and storage. There is no damage or nicks to the cutting edge. Both sides of the blade are signed ‘Bell Bowie Knife Co Sheffield England’ (possibly a retailer, there were several Sheffield cutlers with the name Bell working in Sheffield in the Victorian, Edwardian and inter war eras, we cannot attribute the business name ‘Bell Bowie Knife Company Sheffield ’ to any of them). The Bowie weighs a hefty 1.520 Kg (3.344 Lbs). Although useable as a knife this Bowie was never made to be carried and is correctly without scabbard. The price for this massive Bowie, a great conversation / display piece includes UK delivery. ED 2185 £1,495.00 |
 |
 |
1922– 1961, British Royal Navy C.E Heinke & Co Ltd London Brass Hilt Diver's Knife With Magnetic Blade & Brass Scabbard Slotted For Belt Loop. Sn 20828 - 20828 This is an original, British Royal Navy Diver's Knife and Scabbard. The makers name C.E Heinke & Co Ltd London is found on Heinke diver’s knives made between 1922 & 1961. The knife has a 1 ¼” broad, 6 ¼” long single edged spear point blade. The magnetic steel blade is covered with a thin layer of copper, possibly an un-finished process to nickel plate the blade at some point in its life. The knife has a brass hilt, marked on one side ‘C.E Heinke & Co Ltd London’. The knife is complete with its solid brass scabbard with belt slot. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 20828 (survival box) £595.00 |
|
.jpg) |
**VERY RARE**FORERUNNER OF THE MODERN SURVIVAL KNIFE**Colonel Baldock 1902 Patent All Steel Construction Survival ‘Knife Spear’ By James Dixon & Sons Sheffield For Walter Locke & Co London With Scabbard**FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION** Sn 20815 - 20815 Developed by Colonel Baldock of the Merwara Battalion of Queen Victoria's Indian Army in the 1870s and patented by him in 1902, this is the forerunner of all modern day Combat/Fighting/Survival Knives. With an inspired development Colonel Baldock introduced this all steel fearsome knife which easily converts to a spear with the attachment of any handy wood pole or branch that might be found in the field. Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This is an excellent original example of the Baldock Patent Knife Spear and is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives. This knife is illustrated and described on page 228 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this Bowie from his book is reproduced in image 1). The hilt is all Steel with a floating knurled collar that, when secured in the rear position, will lock onto any wood shaft pushed into the hollow adjustable tubular hilt by means of internal securing spikes. The hilt is fitted with its original wood tompion. The locking mechanism resembles that of the old muzzle loading socket bayonet attachment. British Gunsmiths Walter Locke & Co 391 Strand, London C1892-C1920 were primarily known as the outlet for Baldock Knife Spears (see page 99 & 100 of The London Knife Book By Flook. Page 99 of the book shows an image of the Baldock Knife Spear & Scabbard). These rare knives are sometimes found with the Baldock and Walter Locke names or with a licensed manufacturer name on the blade, however it is very rare to find examples with Baldock, Walter Locke & Co and a manufacturer name all on one blade. It has the correct all steel hollow hilt with floating collar and wood tompion which works correctly, a small oval brass finger guard and measures 14 ½”overall. The 9 ½” spear point blade has fullers and a deep 4 ½” saw back section on the back edge. The blade is faintly marked ‘Baldock Knife Spear Made Expressly For Walter Locke & Co Ltd Patented’ and with the rare to find additional licensed manufacturer’s name ‘James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield, England’ (all difficult to photograph but illustrated as best we can in the images). The knife is complete with its original brown leather covered wood scabbard which has German Silver throat mount with frog locket and chape. All leather & stitching are clean & intact. The price for this very rare survival knife with scabbard includes UK delivery. Sn 20815 £1,975.00 |
|
 |
1880-1890 Boer War Era British Officer’s Private Purchase Briggs Bennett & Newton Sheffield Campaign Folding Bowie Knife With Leather Scabbard. **FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION** Sn 20814 - 20814 Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This Victorian Folding Bowie is in excellent condition and is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives. This Bowie is illustrated and described on page 220 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this Bowie from his book is reproduced in image 1, although the image from the book does not illustrate the scabbard the author comments that the Bowie has its original leather scabbard which can be seen in our images). It is 9” overall length when folded. The knife's 8” clip point blade is undamaged and has just light staining consistent with age. The blade is crisply marked on one side with the makers or retailers name. It has attractive chequered polished horn scales with brass fillets which are in great condition secured by German Silver pins. It correctly has no finger guard. One scale has a German Silver button which, when pressed releases the blade to open to its full length. When fully extended the knife measures 12 ½” overall. The ‘eared’ spring back blade lock when lifted releases the blade for folding. The knife is complete with original brown leather open top scabbard with stitched rear seam & belt loop. The price for this campaign Bowie worthy of further research regarding the makers or retailers includes UK delivery. Sn 20814 £595.00 |
|
.jpg) |
**QUALITY**Late Victorian / Edwardian Era Gamekeepers/ Forestry Axe**FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE KNIVES**Sn 20811 - 20811 Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This Victorian axe no doubt a Head Gamekeepers or Forestry piece is in excellent condition and is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives. This axe is illustrated and described on page 62 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this axe from his book is reproduced in image 1). The axe is 15 ¼” long overall. The axe head is 6 ¼” width from broadest part of the cutting edge to the flat peen face. It has an iron curved axe-blade and tapering rear peen with square face, on its wooden haft which is formed in two stages divided by a turned moulding, fluted grip. The haft is fitted at the base with iron cap with globular finial and a stirrup loop shackle. The axe has its leather cover with belt loop, retainng strap (tip absent) and buckle. There are no maker or date marks on the axe or scabbard. The price for this quality piece includes UK delivery. Sn 20811 £695.00 |
|
.jpg) |
UNAVAILABLE (04/03) Edwardian Wilkinson London & Sheffield ’Finest Sword Steel In England’ Bowie, Blade Etched With MOD Mark & Royal Appointments To The King & HRH The Prince Of Wales & Scabbard**FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION** Sn 20819 - 20819 **QUALITY**RARE & UNUSUAL**Edwardian Wilkinson London & Sheffield ’Finest Sword Steel In England’ Bowie, Blade Etched With Ministry Of Defence (MOD) Mark & Royal Appointments To The King & HRH The Prince Of Wales & Scabbard**FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION** Sn 20819 Wilkinson Sword, was founded under another name, in 1772 by Henry Nock in London. Numerous innovations make him the most famous and successful representative of his guild in the British Kingdom. At that time, Nock distinguished himself above all by the production of innovative weapons. By 1824 Henry Wilkinson, who was by then managing the company, introduced the sword production in 1824, as a second line of business besides the weapon production. He gives the company the name “James Wilkinson & Son”. Henry Wilkinson was an all-round genius, whose talents were mainly expressed in engineering and natural sciences. Henry Wilkinson, who was by then managing the company, introduced the sword production in 1824, as a second line of business besides the weapon production. He gives the company the name “James Wilkinson & Son”. Henry Wilkinson was an all-round genius, whose talents were mainly expressed in engineering and natural sciences. Among other things, he also maintained business relations with the British royal family. In 1889 Wilkinson Company Ltd was created at Pall Mall London. Wilkinson knives were also marked Sheffield. Due to the high quality of their work Wilkinson were awarded Royal Warrants. The company also had contacts with the British War Dept for bayonets and other edged weapons. This is an excellent Bowie by Wilkinson made in the early 20th Century. Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This Bowie is in excellent condition and is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives. This Bowie is illustrated and described on page 272 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this Bowie from his book is reproduced in image 1. In his book the author comments that it was unusual for Wilkinson blades to have multi stamping logos on their blades either on the home market or export knives). It has a 5 ¾” single edged robust blade formed with a clipped-back point and unusual multi etched blade with the maker’s details, Royal warrants to the King and Prince of Wales, ‘Finest sword steel England’ & King’s Crown MOD mark. It has a German silver guard, natural staghorn scales retained by five pins. The knife measures 10 ¼” overall and is complete with its correct original open top leather scabbard with single belt loop. All stitching and leather are clean and intact. The front of the scabbard has one small scuff to the surface. The price for this rare to find Wilkinson Bowie with multi logo and MOD marked blade includes UK delivery. Sn 20819 £0.00 |
|
.jpg) |
1880-1890 Boer War Era British Officer’s Private Purchase Robert McQueen & Son Newcastle Folding Bowie Knife With Leather Scabbard. **FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION** Sn 20812 - 20812 Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This Victorian Folding Bowie is in excellent condition and is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives. This Bowie is illustrated and described on page 220 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this Bowie from his book is reproduced in image 1). It is 10 ½” overall length when folded. The knife's 9 ¼” Bowie blade is undamaged and has just light staining consistent with age. The blade is crisply marked on one side with the Newcastle retailer's name (this knife was most likely made by one of the quality Sheffield makers and retailed in Newcastle to promote sales in the North of England). It has attractive chequered wood scales which are in great condition secured by metal pins. It has a German Silver folding cross guard. One scale has a German Silver button which, when pressed releases the blade to open to its full length. When fully extended the knife measures 14 ¾” overall. The knife is complete with original brown leather scabbard with a hinged case top which has a retaining strap and press stud fastener. It has an iron chape. The scabbard is without belt loop. The price includes UK Delivery. Sn 20812 £795.00 |
|
.jpg) |
**QUALITY**Victorian JOSEPH RODGERS & SONS, CUTLERS TO THEIR MAJESTIES, NO. 6 NORFOLK STREET, SHEFFIELD Dirk With Spirally Carved Polished Horn Hilt Bound With Plaited Copper Alloy Wire & Scabbard**FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION** Sn 20813 - 20813 Joseph Rodgers had an unsurpassed reputation for knife making in the 19th century. The Star and Maltese cross were granted to Rodgers by the Company in 1764 and both he and later his sons continued to produce quality knives throughout the Victorian era at various premises in Sheffield including the world famous 6 Norfolk Street. Due to the high quality of their work Rodgers & Sons were awarded Royal Warrants. This is an excellent Victorian Spear Point Bowie by Joseph Rodgers & Sons . Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This Victorian dirk is in excellent condition and is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives. This dirk is illustrated and described on page 265 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this Bowie from his book is reproduced in image 1). It has 6 ¼” single edged spear point tapering blade with a false swage point and struck with the maker’s details including cross and star mark on one face (slightly rubbed). It has a rectangular ricasso formed with two pairs of small notches, a moulded ferrule and German silver pommel cap with ball top. The hilt is undamaged spirally carved horn bound with plaited copper alloy wire which is all intact and tight. The knife measures 10 ¾” overall and is complete with its original open top leather scabbard with large German silver chape and locket with belt bar. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 20813 £1,200.00 |
|
 |
**QUALITY**Victorian Henry Thomas Underwood 56 Haymarket London Head Gamekeepers/ Forestry Axe With Folding Saw Blade**FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN-WRIGHT COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE KNIVES**Sn 20818 - 20818 Henry Thomas Underwood is recorded at 56 Haymarket between 1822 until his death in 1860. Knives continued to be marked ‘Underwood’ until 1925 when the company ceased trading. Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This Victorian axe no doubt a Head Gamekeepers or Forestry piece is in excellent condition and is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives. This axe is illustrated and described on page 60 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this Bowie from his book is reproduced in image 1). The steel tang has Walnut scales which have with chequered panel grip sections and steel bolsters. It has a wedge-shaped oblong head struck with the maker’s details, ‘Underwood London’, a tapering rear pean with flat face. The shaft is recessed to snugly fit a folding 7 ¾” steel fine cut tooth saw blade with reinforced back strap edge which the author describes as being ‘as per a tenon saw’. The ricasso of the blade is marked 'Underwood London'. Unfolded the axe and shaft measures 10 ¼” in length. When the saw blade is extended it measures 17 ¾” overall. The price for this quality Victorian piece includes UK delivery. Sn 20818 £695.00 |
|
 |
SOLD SOLD (10/04) **BEST QUALITY**RARE**Victorian Morton 39 Cheapside London (& Sheffield) ‘Explorer’ Bowie Knife With Leather Scabbard**FROM THE DAVID HAYDEN- WRIGHT COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE KNIVES** Sn 20817 - 20817 J & G Morton, were English cutlers, at 39 Cheapside, London. The partners were Joseph Morton (1801-1866) and George Morton (1803-c.1850s. In 1851, George was living at 39 Cheapside, with his wife Ann and family, and described himself as a master cutler. George’s partnership with his brother Joseph ended in 1852, but Morton’s continued to trade at Cheapside under George’s son – also named George. George Sen. had another son, named William (his youngest), who by the 1870s was working in Sheffield. In 1874, William Morton acquired the scales trade mark of Anthony Rotheram and became his ‘successor’. In 1876, a directory listed him at Old Rockingham Works, 175 Rockingham Street, as a maker of table, pen, pocket, and sport’s knives, and razors and scissors. His sons, George (1875-1943) and William (1875-1932), took over the Rockingham Street business. In 1918, the firm acquired Richardson, Adie & Co – an Edinburgh retailer of cutlery, jewellery, clocks, and firearms – which Morton’s operated until 1933. William Morton died on 20 March 1932. The company continued to trade until the end of the 1960s. Before his death in 2006 David Hayden-Wright was a renowned collector of English knives and edged weapons, his many years of experience led him to write his famous collector's bible 'The Heritage of English Knives' which contains 100's of quality descriptions and illustrations of knives and edged weapons. This is a superb Victorian ‘Explorer’ Bowie by Morton. This knife is from the renowned collector & author David Hayden-Wright’s preeminent collection of antique knives and features in his book. This knife is illustrated and described on page 277 of Hayden-Wright’s book ‘The Heritage Of English Knives’ (the illustration of this Bowie from his book is reproduced in image 1). The Bowie has an 8” single edged burnished steel blade with a clipped back point blade & long fullers on each face. One fuller is engraved ‘Explorer’. It has a rectangular ricasso struck with the maker’s details ‘Morton 39 Cheapside’ (the author states that although marked Cheapside (London), having obtained similar knives from different sources, he believes this knife to be late Victorian Sheffield work and marked for subsequent retail suppliers). The blade is clean with just some light stain spots consistent with careful storage. It has undamaged, solid, chequered ebonised pistol grip & German Silver guard with short re-curving quillons, integral ferrule and pierced German Silver ball pommel fitted with lanyard ring. One quillon is slotted to accommodate the scabbard’s retaining clip. The knife measures 13 ½” overall and is complete with its original leather open top scabbard. The scabbard has small belt loop and a sprung German Silver retaining latch type bar which fastens correctly to the slot on the guard and retains the Bowie securely in the scabbard (the author describes this latch as being distinctive to this type of Bowie). All leather & stitching of the scabbard are clean and intact. The price for this quality well documented piece includes UK delivery. Sn 20817 £0.00 |
|
| Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Next | Page 13 of 46 |
(Page updated regularly)