Life without corkscrews

[El Corkscrew]

Hey folks, I'm going to carry a traditional knife.  The blade says "Sheffield" but there is no country stamp.  From what I understand the real ones are from England.   This one feels pretty solid, has a nice snap, liners appear to be brass.  Not sure if it's good or "real" but it's got three blades and I'm carrying it for the next thirty days. Here we go.

Inspired by Mister Barry Rowland 

(Pure coincidence that there's a SAK in this pic  )

[ColoSwiss]

Classic Stockman pattern. Good choice.   

[El Corkscrew]

Classic Stockman pattern. Good choice.   

Thanks

Can you tell from the pic if it's Chinese?

[Gareth]

Classic Stockman pattern. Good choice.   

Thanks

Can you tell from the pic if it's Chinese?

I'd say "probably" Chinese.  Any genuine English made knives from Sheffield I can think of will have a specific brand name.  Also the Stockman is a very American pattern of knife and not one I associate with Sheffield.  Given that I've got a load of traditional pattern knives from China though I know that you can get a good knife from there.

[El Corkscrew]

Classic Stockman pattern. Good choice.   

Thanks

Can you tell from the pic if it's Chinese?

I'd say "probably" Chinese.  Any genuine English made knives from Sheffield I can think of will have a specific brand name.  Also the Stockman is a very American pattern of knife and not one I associate with Sheffield.  Given that I've got a load of traditional pattern knives from China though I know that you can get a good knife from there.

I figured as much 

While I have your attention, can you tell me what this is?

[Gareth]

Looks like a Peanut to me.

[El Corkscrew]

Looks like a Peanut to me.

Had to do a quick search to determine if that was a joke or not 

 

[Smashie]

I would agree with Gareth that it should have a makers mark, but I guess some would be made without, 50ft would know.


This has made me ask myself a question, as I don't drink alcohol anymore, do I need all those corkscrews? 

[Poncho65]

Good luck with the challenge El C You can carry a SAK if you so choose to along with your trad Can't wait for all the great pics Also can't wait to see what all you end up with during and after the challenge 

[Poncho65]

Looks like a Peanut to me.

Had to do a quick search to determine if that was a joke or not 

 

 

[ducttapetech]

Looks like a Peanut to me.

Had to do a quick search to determine if that was a joke or not 

 

 

BEST of luck El C!

[cody6268]

Sheffield knives aren't the best, but often better than many other cheap brands. They're Chinese made. I quite liked a large all-metal tactical I had.   What I hate is that they use the name "Sheffield", which to the uneducated means made in Sheffield England. 

Some traditionals do have corkscrews--the Boker Campers (very pricey, at over $100), European multiblade hunting knives, and many knives only marked Solingen often did

[Ray S]

I figured as much 

While I have your attention, can you tell me what this is?
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the second knife you posted appears to be a shell handled(handle and bolsters made from a thin piece of stamped steel)serpentine jack made by either Imperial Knife Co. or Ideal Knife Co.from Providence Rhode Island.A third possibility is the Colonial Knife Co also of Providence. These usually have two patent dates stamped on the back of the tang of the master blade. They are sometimes just stamped Made in USA.
Although it looks similar to a so-called "peanut" pattern it is actually a serpentine jack(or pen if it is under 3" long);the difference being the serpentine is symmetrical in shape whereas the peanut one end is slightly larger than the other.
Here are pics of both patterns to see the difference.

[El Corkscrew]

Thanks for all the information, gents.

The fakefield's first job is to unbox some SAKs!!!

[El Corkscrew]

Folks, I'm bailing out. I'm sorry, nothing against traditionals, it's just my heart is with SAKs and this morning this challenge felt more like an exercise in obligation instead of passion.

I shall find a loving home for John Stockman.

Had to pick a lane

 

Here's a small fraction of my EDC's. So as you see, I've already got enough girls to keep happy.

[Dean51]

Folks, I'm bailing out. I'm sorry, nothing against traditionals, it's just my heart is with SAKs and this morning this challenge felt more like an exercise in obligation instead of passion.

I shall find a loving home for John Stockman.

Had to pick a lane

 

Here's a small fraction of my EDC's. So as you see, I've already got enough girls to keep happy.

No apologies necessary, We're glad you have a passion for your SAK's.
 

[El Corkscrew]

I figured as much 

While I have your attention, can you tell me what this is?

the second knife you posted appears to be a shell handled(handle and bolsters made from a thin piece of stamped steel)serpentine jack made by either Imperial Knife Co. or Ideal Knife Co.from Providence Rhode Island.A third possibility is the Colonial Knife Co also of Providence. These usually have two patent dates stamped on the back of the tang of the master blade. They are sometimes just stamped Made in USA.
Although it looks similar to a so-called "peanut" pattern it is actually a serpentine jack(or pen if it is under 3" long);the difference being the serpentine is symmetrical in shape whereas the peanut one end is slightly larger than the other.
Here are pics of both patterns to see the difference.
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Crap, Ray. I never thanked you for that awesome, detailed information!

I've got an Ideal on the way with a Sperm Whale on it, looks pretty cool

[Ray S]

Crap, Ray. I never thanked you for that awesome, detailed information!

I've got an Ideal on the way with a Sperm Whale on it, looks pretty cool

No problem my friend;always glad to share any info I can.

[ColoSwiss]

I figured as much 

While I have your attention, can you tell me what this is?

the second knife you posted appears to be a shell handled(handle and bolsters made from a thin piece of stamped steel)serpentine jack made by either Imperial Knife Co. or Ideal Knife Co.from Providence Rhode Island.A third possibility is the Colonial Knife Co also of Providence. These usually have two patent dates stamped on the back of the tang of the master blade. They are sometimes just stamped Made in USA.
Although it looks similar to a so-called "peanut" pattern it is actually a serpentine jack(or pen if it is under 3" long);the difference being the serpentine is symmetrical in shape whereas the peanut one end is slightly larger than the other.
Here are pics of both patterns to see the difference.

Crap, Ray. I never thanked you for that awesome, detailed information!

I've got an Ideal on the way with a Sperm Whale on it, looks pretty cool
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This what you talking about?  The whale was a trade mark for Richartz, a one-time decent German brand that is now made in China. I have a couple of their old Picnics/Hobos.

[El Corkscrew]

Here it is (Tang stamp "IDEAL KC" I believe):