Schrade sharp finger history book

I would like to hear a lot more stories of schrade history from firsthand sources. Sharpfinger academic dictionaries and encyclopedias. This venerable american cutlery firm would have observed its 100th birthday in 2004, had the. In the 1973 catalog, it was refered to as a sharp finger, later changed to a single word. Schrade schf38 frontier full tang drop point fixed blade knife with ferro rod and sharpening stone. When it comes time to sharpen, i will probably convex the edge but for now i will leave it as is. Jun 9, 2018 in the book, the greatest loveless knife designs, from the editors of blade magazine.

You know youve done something right when your design becomes a standard that many other knife companies aim to mimic. Both knives look very similar and feature a finger groove seldom seen on a loveless knife. Ive loved that pattern since my early twenties, and had several of them. The schrade old timer 152ot sharpfinger, which has become a generic term for knives in this style, is a fixed blade with an iconic upswept blade that makes the knife more than just a skinner. It did appear in the mid 1973 schrade cutlery shortline catalog, even though most research sources state 1974 for the first producton. Taylor brands manufactures schrade cutlery such as old timer, uncle henry, schrade tuff, and x. The sharpfinger was originally produced in 1974 and has been in production now for over 35 years.

The schrade old timer sharpfinger skinner is a great hunting knife, with its sawcut handle and stainless steel blade. But folding knives predate the blades made by either of these venerable companies. The g eorge schrade story by his grandson george m. The index finger rests on the spine, the fourth and fifth fingers lock the end of the handle into the palm and the thumb and second fingers secure the grip. On the main side of the blade grand dads sharp finger ltd. Vintage pocket knives and folding knives collectors weekly. The schrade 34ot, for instance, was made from 1964 to 2004, while the 33ot, a similar knife, was produced from 1976 through 2004. Buy schrade uncle henry products, uncle henry knives are legendary.

Both handles are in factory condition and look brand new, the brass pins could use a good cleaning but otherwise are perfect. The model number helps differentiate antique old timer knives from newer models, although the models dont entirely follow numerical order. Lot of two schrade 152 old timer and small schrade stockman u. The design just seemed to be the perfect extension to my hand allowing me to make all the delicate cuts i needed and to do it quickly. Make offer 1968 press photo paul schrade, hit by one of the bullets fired by sen. Got this to replace a bright sharp finger lost, and like the slightly reworked pro hunter blade very much. Schrade knives schrade uncle henry products 1 to 30 of 44. Schrade rubber handle collectible vintage fixed blade knives. May 17, 2008 7 legendary edc knives that you should own barlow, stockman, trapper, and more schrade best duration. The consolidation of five forerunner companies, including its namesakes, the imperial knife company, founded 1916, and the schrade cutlery company, founded in 1904, imperial schrade manufactured its products in the united states and. Get the best deals on schrade collectible vintage fixed blade knives. Makes the perfect gift for the hunter in your family. Founded by stewart taylor in 1975, taylor brands has been manufacturing, designing and distributing highquality stainless steel knives and accessories since its inception.

The old timer sharpfinger may be a great hunting tool. Quality of the sheath appears to have fallen off a little bit over the years, but adequate for retention in the deep woods. Schrade sharp finger schrade cutlery company was founded in 1904 by george schrade, and his brothers jacob and william schrade. I have always had a slightly kneejerk negative reaction to the whole thing, but after many years of seeing these inexpensive slabs of steel. Sep 06, 2008 the schrade sharpfinger is a perfect knife for pelting mink, muskrat, raccoon, yet i even gutted deer with my beloved knife. Schrade fixed blade knives are built for outdoor activities. Old timer sharpfinger knife, large, sc152otl the illustrated old timer knife is the large sharpfinger knife that features a 4. Schrade schkm1 large full tang kukri machete w safetgrip handle, sheath. Steel is 7cr17 similar to 440a by many accounts in a fulltang modified skinner style with a satin finish. In the book, the greatest loveless knife designs, from. From later in 1904 to 1917, the company spelled out schrade in an arc, with cut. Quick and easy access with the convenient brown, leather belt sheath making it ideal for everyday carry.

Schrade cutlery old timer model 1520t sharpfinger history. They used to be available in every department and hardware store, but apparently they stopped making them in the usa around 2004, moved manufacturing to china and now are sold in basically walmarts and junk shops. Whether your knife collection includes a few antique old timer knives or some of schrades other knife models, pinpointing the exact year of production can be tricky at best. Apr 29, 2015 i do think that the taylor schrade knives have improved in quality over the years. The 152ot was the sixth old timer sheath knife when it was first introduced in 1974 and was produced continuously for almost exactly thirty years, nearly a third of a century. Schrade old timer 1ot small lockback, delrin handle.

This has been a fairly popular knife for over forty years, but its popularity seems to have peeked in the 70s and 80s. Bob loveless said, ive designed knives in collaboration with gerber, schrade, beretta, and lone wolf. I have wanted a schrade sharpfinger belt knife for some time now, but havent focused my efforts to getting one until recently. Explore our innovative designs and start shopping for your next knife. The jack knife, a derivation of an antique knife invented by a. Schrade knives is an industry leading manufacturer of fixed blade and folding knives. This was and still is the iconic knife on the belts of many hunters and campers in the woods of northern michigan. Schrade old timer 34ot middleman 3 blade plain edge pocket knife. The sharpfinger name is given to a variety of knives in this design 3. The ot on the knife indicates an old timer model, while uh on. Very sharp knife, fine for deer size game to rabbit to squirrel mmmmmm, squirrel. Since 1904, schrade products have been manufactured in ellenville, ny with superior materials and expert craftsmanship. Since 1904 schrade has been the largest selling brand of cutlery in the united states, according to the brands current owner, taylor brands, llc. The sharpfinger was primarily produced by american companies such as imperial schrade and camillus cutlery company, as well as by custom knifemakers.

Schrade has had a rocky history with a lot of us, from its traditional american beginnings to the rebadged new schrade owned by taylor brands llc of reformed mall ninja fame. I was very pleasantly surprised that the taylor sharpfinger came shaving sharp right out of the box er blister pack. The fingerling has a thin point, ideal for skinning around the neck and shoulders on a deer or elk. Schrade usa 155sc the mayflower 1620 scrimshaw sharpfinger. Schrade, old timer and uncle henry knives have passed the test of time. The schrade 152ot, more commonly referred to as the schrade sharpfinger is one of schrade s most iconic designs. This is a collectable vintage schrade 502sc limited edition ducks unlimited sharp finger fixed blade knife.

These knives are made to be used and wont let you down when you need them. To learn more about the history of the schrade sharpfinger download this. The schrade 152ot, more commonly referred to as the schrade sharpfinger is one of schrades most iconic designs. The roots of the schrade cutlery company precede its founding in 1904. Schrade usamade vintage ducks unlimited scrimshawed sharp. Its distinctive blade shape has been copied by a number of knife makers, a testament to the knifes enduring design. The schrade company has a rich and long heritage of fine pocket knives. Featuring scrimshaw delrin scales with a duck scene.

We are proud to offer 100s of their pocketknife models as well as machetes, sharpening products, combat knife models, fillet knives, flashlights and more. Get the best deals on schrade collectible vintage fixed blade knives when you shop the largest online selection at. Mar 20, 2017 schrade has had a rocky history with a lot of us, from its traditional american beginnings to the rebadged new schrade owned by taylor brands llc of reformed mall ninja fame. Schrade old timer 152ot sharpfinger fixed blade knife with sheath. Schrade collectible vintage fixed blade knives for sale ebay. The quality is reasonably good and the value is very good. Co on the first two lines, followed by walden, ny on a third line, with germany beneath it.

We all remember our first folding knife or pocket knife, whether it was a swiss army multipurpose monster, complete with toothpick and tweezers, or a slender singleblade antlerhandled case. The oldest of the tang stamps, used only in 1904, shows the words schrade cut. I do think that the taylor schrade knives have improved in quality over the years. I purchased my first schrade old timer sharpfinger in 1980. Blade is made of reliable 7cr17mov high carbon stainless steel with sawcut delrin handle slabs. Schrade sharp finger usa 502sc fixed blade knife with sheath nos. The knife is ergonomic in my hands and has the full tang through the handle. Uncle henry knives from schrade knives includes hunting knives, fillet knives, folding hunter knives and more.

Mine arrived in a very presentable oldtimer box marked taylor brands llc which, from what i understand, purchased the schrade and sharpfinger trademarks after the original company went defunct in the 2000s, and moved production to china. Seek out print materials, pictures of knife tang stamps and information on the model number to help narrow things down. The consolidation of five forerunner companies, including its namesakes, the imperial knife company, founded 1916, and the schrade cutlery company, founded in 1904, imperial schrade. The old timer 152ot sharpfinger is one of my favorite classic schrade old timer fixed blades. Schrade old timer sharpfinger skinner with brown sawcut ot. You can often by a usa made schrade sharpfinger, for about thirty to fifty dollars on ebay, in various grades lightly used, sometimes ive found blade blanks from the old schrade factory, and put wood handle scales on them. Old timer black camo sharpfinger full tang fixed sharp knife with sheath. True, that was the year brothers george, william, and louis schrade set up shop in walden, new york, but george had been a student of mechanical objects since the mid1880s, when he spent 10 years in new york city producing the working models inventors were obliged to submit to the u. A little video that dosent come close to the greatness of this little straight knife. Strong, sturdy, and durable its sure to last for years to come. Schrade knives schrade uncle henry products 1 to 30 of. The schrade sharpfinger is a perfect knife for pelting mink, muskrat, raccoon, yet i even gutted deer with my beloved knife.