Books about Cutlery from Amazon.com

The Case Cutlery Dynasty: Tested XX is the extraordinary story of Americas oldest and largest family of knife makers. Since the Civil War, four generations of relations have started over 30 cutlery companies, creating some of the most collected knives in the world. Their products are as rugged as the masters who made them. The Case family was, and remains, a melting pot of personalitiessome as wild as the West they helped to settle. The book is written by a Case descendant, Brad Lockwood, who is an award-winning author of four books and was raised in Little Valley, New Yorkonce known as The Village of Knives. Covering 140 years of artisans in business, all related by blood but fiercely competitive, The Case Cutlery Dynasty shows how history becomes mythology over time, money is sometimes thicker than blood, and how a single family from humble beginnings came to dominate an important American industry..
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In 1905, John Russell “Russ” Case brought the fledgling W. R. Case & Sons Company to Bradford, and it dominated the knife industry for the next century. From kitchen, hunting, and pocket knives to the V-42 Stiletto carried by U.S. Army soldiers in World War II, Case knives have been not only a tool but also a trusted companion for generations. Still handcrafted in Bradford, Case knives are the most collected knives in the world. W. R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company contains photographs of Russ Case and his family, the factory, special knives, Case collector events, and even the Case car. Rare finds from the Case archives, employees, and family members help chronicle the company’s incredible history. .
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Ron Stewart and Roy Ritchie, authors of our bestselling Standard Knife Collector's Guide, have put together an amazing original Cattaraugus Company catalog reprint from the early years of this century, showcasing pocket knives, razors, whittlers, fishing knives, hunting knives, scissors, tableware, and even shaving brushes. The authors have provided as many pattern variations as possible per code number. Readers can learn what each number of the code refers to: blade, pattern, handle, etc. In addition to the complete catalog reprint, the authors have added an interesting historical overview of this classic American company. 2000 values. AUTHORBIO: Ron Stewart is a noted expert on knives, and provides certified appraisals of knives and collections, as well as assists insurance companies with appraisals and adjustment evaluations. He and co-author Roy Ritchie published one of the earliest manuals for collectors, the Kentucky Knife Traders Manual. They went on to publish the bestselling Standard Knife Collector's Guide, then others like Big Book of Pocket Knives, Cattaraugus Cutlery Company, and Standard Guide to Razors. REVIEW: This book is a thorough and complete single-volume encyclopedia featuring every department store special, every Barbie doll exclusive, and every Collector Series Barbie doll and fashion released since 1972. This edition includes over 75 dolls not seen in the previous edition and now features the enormously popular Silkstone Barbie Fashion Model Collection. -Scott Kramer.
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The 1980s gave birth to combat knives, a type of knife developed specifically for police and military Special Forces. This comprehensive reference is the first to illustrate the development, varieties, and applications of this advanced type of knife from it's origins through today. Dozens of knife styles are identified and showcased, including survival knives, multi-tool, tantos, Bowie, machetes, and other trench, commando, boot, and neck knives. Special attention is given to knives that served troops in WWII and Vietnam, as well as those carried by today's Special Forces..
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Considered the world's greatest knife book, this updated 24th edition features hundreds of custom knives born from fire and steel. More than 1,000 photographs display the lavish, laborious results of top custom knifemakers. Enthusiasts will see current custom knife designs and style trends of their favorite knives.

Feature sections are updated and revised, discussing trends in the knife industry: state of the art, factory trends, and the current situation of knives in the marketplace. Directories of custom knifemakers, suppliers, knife services, and sporting, importers, and foreign cutlers are all updated, as well as knifemaker's club membership lists.

* Hundreds of top custom knives are on display * New color section depicts the "best of the best" custom knives * New feature articles cover trends and available knife styles and designs.
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How to: Complete Knife Throwing Guide..
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