For sale is an antique, highly collectible transition-era pocket knife manufactured in Tidioute, Pennsylvania. This rare piece features the desirable dual-manufacturer circular tang stamp from the handover period between Baldwin Cutlery Co. and Penn Cutlery Co., utilizing a Tidioute-era blade blank produced during Baldwin's historic 1913–1919 Pennsylvania operational window.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Baldwin Cutlery Co. / Penn Cutlery Co.
- Location of Manufacture: Tidioute, Pennsylvania, USA
- Knife Production History: Built using a Baldwin Tidioute blade blank (1913–1919 era) during the transition to Penn Cutlery.
- Closed Length: 4inches (4")
- Configuration: Single blade (Secondary blade historically removed).
- Tang Stamp: Circular strike reading "BALDWIN CUTLERY CO. / PENN CUTLERY CO. / U.S.A."
- Handle Scales: Dark ebony wood with a flush nickel silver gimp shield.
- Construction: Solid brass liners and pins with nickel silver bolsters.
Condition Report:
- Modifications: The original secondary blade (which carried the "Tidioute PA" stamp) was damaged and has been cleanly removed.
- General Condition: Aside from the missing secondary blade, the previous owner preserved this knife in near-mint condition.
- Primary Blade: The remaining primary spear blade shows minimal wear, a deeply struck, fully legible tang stamp, and crisp factory lines.
- Mechanics: Strong GATOR snap on open and close with a firm half-stop. The blade has some minor minimal side to side play.
- Handles & Frame: The smooth dark scales are structurally flawless, tight to the frame, 1 crack on the back side (1inch) and tiny chips. The brass liners and nickel silver bolsters remain exceptionally clean and well-preserved.
Shipping & Returns:
- Shipping: Shipped for free via USPS Priority Mail.
- Returns: Free returns accepted.
Please inspect the high-resolution listing photos carefully to assess the precise cosmetic and structural condition of this scarce early 20th-century Tidioute artifact.