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Cornwall Knife Company, NY City

Posted: Mon Aug 07, 2023 7:02 am
by DryHeat
I picked up this Cornwall knife attached to a Silver pocket watch at a church auction about 20 years ago. The knife is in good shape with no cracks and the blades snap nicely.
I don’t know anything about the knife or much about Cornwall Knife Co for that matter. Can anyone share information on this? Thanks.

Re: Cornwall Knife Company, NY City

Posted: Mon Aug 07, 2023 12:36 pm
by beresman
Nice little fob knife.

According to Levine's book, Cornwall knives were made by Camillus in the 1930s. Goins' book says 1900-1920. they could both be right, I suppose...

Re: Cornwall Knife Company, NY City

Posted: Mon Aug 07, 2023 1:52 pm
by New_Windsor_NY
DryHeat wrote: Mon Aug 07, 2023 7:02 am I.....
Doing just a basic, simple, AAPK search.

Re: Cornwall Knife Company, NY City

Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2023 4:52 am
by DryHeat
Thank you for the information.
I’ve done the same search but it’s usually about scout knives.
I’m a total knife newbie so any info is appreciated.
Can someone tell me the material the handle could be made of?

Re: Cornwall Knife Company, NY City

Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2023 12:10 am
by Reverand
Probably celluloid handles.
These are old enough that they will most likely remain stable for another hundred years, but a quick search on AAPK will educate you on the substance and it's ability to outgas and destroy good knives.
I would not worry about it, but I would store the knife in a ventilated area, away from other knives and valuable items, as a precaution.
And enjoy the knife. It is a beautiful survivor!

Re: Cornwall Knife Company, NY City

Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2023 6:07 pm
by DryHeat
Thank you.
This is such a great site for newbies like me to learn about knives. I love the research resources