Modern Colonials--made in China?

[cody6268]

I have heard that many modern Colonials, namely the E-Series are made in China, then assembled in RI, where they were formerly made completely.

Is this true?

[Another Knife Collector]

I know some of their knives are made in China and some are supposedly made here, but I don't know to what degree. What I can say for certain is the "old Colonial" is history, the original factory is empty and abandoned, if its still standing. Others here know a lot more than I do and I'm sure will be along to clarify.

[1967redrider]

I just happened to purchase one recently at Tractor Supply for under $13. This one is assembled in China from USA made parts, if I'm reading the labels correctly.

[Dinadan]

Note that it says assembled in China with U.S. components. It does not say that all components are U.S., so I suppose one pin or screw could make the statement truthful.

[Captain O]

The components are made in the USA and assembled in China to save money. I have actually discussed this with the people in Providence. Their products are quite good, and can compete with most of the products made completely in the U.S. I have their Quick Flick and like it. The Colonial TL-29 (electrician's knife) is made from 440C Stainless Steel and is manufactured to Military Specifications (Mil Spec). I know, they issued them freely to us "swabbies" that worked on the Navy Aircraft. (Been there, done that).

[edge213]

If I understand it correctly. Colonial Cutlery International is the parent company (CCI). They have cutlery made overseas. If it's from Colonial Knife Company they are made completely in the U.S.

[deltaboy]

Thanks I saw them at TSC but I passed this time.

[deltaboy]

They are on clearance at my TSC so I,might grap one.

[deltaboy]

I got one for 6:95 on Clearance . It sharp and Smooth. It got a 440A blade .

[deltaboy]

Good so far.