Catt with odd cap lifter

The Cattaraugus Cutlery Company was started by John Champlin and his son Tint in 1882. It was first incorporated under the name J.B.F. Champlin and Son as a wholesale distribution company based in Little Valley, New York. The business proved to be a successful endeavor, and it soon branched into a knife production company named Cattaraugus.
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Rockingkj
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Catt with odd cap lifter

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3” pen knife with well used main blade. I had not before seen this bottle cap lifter. Marked “Patent applied for”. No pattern number to be found on the knife. Anyone else have a example?
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OLDE CUTLER
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Re: Catt with odd cap lifter

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Yes, that is certainly different than what is usually seen. Normally the knife handle is lifted up to remove the bottle cap. This one is operated by pushing down. And when folded away, the hook protrudes from the handle. Could be kind of awkward carrying in the pocket. First one I've seen like that.
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