found a big old knife

Toadie · #1 (**permalink**) 01-30-2005, 11:55 AM

I found a big old knife(actually my 5yr old son did). It is 12" or so long, has Briar Edge, Kelly Works stamped upsidedown towards the tip of the knife.

**PAPPY** · #2 (**permalink**) 01-30-2005, 01:36 PM

Butcher's Knife from the T.Kelly Knife Works in Chicago Ill. from the mid 1900's to around 1960. Kelly Works now defunct as of 1960. Handle was Briar Wood and it appears the blade is in pretty good shape, Could be re-worked and handle replaced.. Would make a FINE Knife...PAPPY

Toadie · #3 (**permalink**) 01-30-2005, 02:06 PM

blade is rusty and has a nick in it near the tip but still kinda sharp..

**PAPPY** · #4 (**permalink**) 01-30-2005, 02:12 PM

Could be whetted down and take the nick out..Looks like a small nick..My Son reworks all the old knives he finds...PAPPY

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