October 30, 2019 The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2019
Comprising: A) Small antler handled folding patchknife. Measures 6-5/8" open with a 2-3/4" curved single edged iron blade, and an iron lanyard loop mounted at the back. Antler handle with flattened faces towards the back on both sides. CONDITION: Blade retains a heavy, dark patina with some period sharpening marks and a corroded surface. Handle very good, smoothing from use. B) Small patchknife measures 6-1/2" overall with a 2-1/4" tapered, single edged, iron blade and a pewter ferrule at the bottom of the handle. CONDITION: Dry, untouched surface overall. C) A fixed blade patchknife measures 7-1/2" overall with a 3-3/8" hand forged iron blade, which is single edged and slightly curved. Antler handle with a copper ferrule at the bottom. CONDITION: Blade has been cleaned and shows a grey patina with some darker areas. Handle shows a dark surface with some age cracks.
Blade Length
(A) 2 - 3/4" (B) 2 - 1/4" (C) 3 - 3/8"
Overall Length
(A) 6 - 5/8" (B) 6 - 1/2" (C) 7 - 1/2"