What is a Hawkbill pocket knife used for?

A hawkbill shape resembles its namesake, a hawk’s beak, with a sharp downward curve. The inner curve is the one that is sharpened, and the spine is left dull, which allows you to place a finger to guide it. It’s typically used for cutting and slicing, and the sharp point can be used to pierce materials.

What are knives with finger holes called?

Modern knives with finger holes have their beginning in a centuries-old blade called the karambit that was designed by people in Indonesia who took inspiration from a tiger’s claw. This colorful history has added to the attraction of these special blades that continues today.

What is a Hookbill knife used for?

A billhook or bill hook is a versatile cutting tool used widely in agriculture and forestry for cutting woody material such as shrubs, small trees and branches. It is distinct from the sickle.

Are old knives worth anything?

If they have been well-cared for, their age will only make them more valuable. Rarity: Pocket knives were among the first mass-produced items, but many continued to be hand-crafted by well-known craftsmen. The rarer a vintage pocket knife is, the more valuable it generally is.

Who Makes Old Timer knives now?

In July 2004, the year the company celebrated its 100th anniversary, the factory in Ellenville was closed. The Schrade name was purchased by Taylor Brands LLC, who continue to manufacture products under the Schrade brand as well as Old Timer, Uncle Henry, Imperial & Smith & Wesson knives. Production is now in China.

Where are Schrade Old Timer knives made?

The Schrade company was the manufacturer of the famous Old Timer brand beginning in 1959 and the Uncle Henry brand beginning in 1964. After Schrade went out of business Taylor Knife Co. got the rights to use the Schrade, Oldtimer, and Uncle Henry names, however all of the knives have been made in China since 2005.

What are those knives that pop out?

For the uninformed, OTF knives are a type of switchblade – that is, an automatic knife which deploys the blade ‘automatically’ on pressing a button or switch. Specifically, the OTF knife is a switchblade where the blade simply comes ‘out the front’.