The M&G section of the Nilo Miori Collection
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The M&G section of the Nilo Miori Collection
Nilo Miori was president of Camillus Cutlery from 1963-87.He had worked for Albert Baer for over 50 years in his related companies. He had in his possession the Ulster factory collection among other things.Sometime after his death his family had the collection appraised and it was sold.Among the collection were knives made by Ulster for other companies including Maher & Grosh.There were also a couple of knives made by someone else for M&G for some unknown reason.
A few years ago I had a chance to buy the Maher & Grosh knives from the collection. I bought most and after thinking about it went back and bought the other 2.I liked the idea of keeping them together has they had been for many years.
A few years ago I had a chance to buy the Maher & Grosh knives from the collection. I bought most and after thinking about it went back and bought the other 2.I liked the idea of keeping them together has they had been for many years.
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Here they are.First up is an unequal end whittler.3 1/2" long.
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I sure enjoy looking at those etches. Very nice Roger
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Next is a 3 1/2" swellcenter jack with rat tail bolsters.
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This next one was probably Maher & Grosh's most common pattern sold.It is a 3 3/4" cocobolo jack.They had this pattern with several different etches and a couple blade combos.
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Next is a the 2 blade Yankee Whittler.This was also offered as a 3 blade with the addition of a pen blade.
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Lastly,Nilo had a Miller Brothers made Colorado Stock Knife.
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What a great show!!
Congratulations on owning all those fabulous knives, Roger.
I could look at those etches all day long on all of those beautiful knives.
Thank you Roger.
Congratulations on owning all those fabulous knives, Roger.
I could look at those etches all day long on all of those beautiful knives.
Thank you Roger.
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Roger, all I can say is you are one lucky guy to own those old beauties. And I am just a little with envy and drooling. Thank You for sharing. Steve B.
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Knice collection Roger!
Good for you, keeping the 'set' together . . .
Good for you, keeping the 'set' together . . .
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What a wonderful/gorgeous and historical collection! Congratulations to you on your focus and dedication to the M & G brand knives
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Spectacular grouping of knives!! Thanks for sharing!! I had a mint Maher&Grosch wood handled hobo with perfect etch for a long time but financial matters made me sell it last year. I really like these Maher etched knives.
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Good showing Roger. You sure have rounded up some dandys..
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Thanks everyone for the kind words.It is a passion
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Roger, very impressive group of knives and slice of history. The Colorado Stock Knife is amazing!
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Those are fantastic Roger, I congratulate you on owning them!
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WOW ! Everyone of those is a superb & mint knife. I doubt i even have one USA knife that is comparable to these.
How does an opportunity like this come about ? So far no one has contacted me asking if i would like to buy a group of mint knives.
kj
Edit to add: i hope some of these will be reproduced in your new M & G offerings, esp. the most popular "3 3/4" cocobolo jack".
How does an opportunity like this come about ? So far no one has contacted me asking if i would like to buy a group of mint knives.
kj
Edit to add: i hope some of these will be reproduced in your new M & G offerings, esp. the most popular "3 3/4" cocobolo jack".
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Roger those are amazing knives and it's great that you have been able to keep them together!!