Old Wrench/Tool Knives

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Thank you, David.
It's a bit blade worn but in great condition.
More than anything, I like the punch they put in these knives. ::tu::
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Pretty sure Valley Forge never made this knife. If you're looking for an authentic O. Barnett Tool Co. horseman's knife, don't bid on this one. ::nod::

https://www.ebay.com/itm/394188544805?_ ... 1113.m2108
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This one has the correct blade but I don't think the stag scale on the mark side is authentic.

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Miller Bro's wrote: ↑Sun Jul 24, 2022 6:59 pm Took me a while to find one of these in good condition, tang stamped Valley Forge.

Has the original blade etch but is hard to see because someone laid the blade flat on a sharpening stone ::doh::

Just fished this one out of the 'bay. Can't wait to get it in hand, auction pictures.
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Knife in hand, very pleased with the condition. ::tu:: ::tu::

The main blade seems to be riding high, but if it didn't you wouldn't be able to use the nail nick.
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Very nice redrider ::tu:: ::tu:: Is it a Valley Forge?
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Yes, Valley Forge Cutlery Co., Newark NJ, Made in USA stamped on both blades, the (Circle VF) on the main pile. ::tu::
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Very nice!
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Miller Bro's wrote: ↑Sat Sep 10, 2022 12:20 am Very nice!

Thank you, Sir. ::handshake::
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