Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values

Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values
Title Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values PDF eBook
Author Steve Shackleford
Publisher Krause Publications
Pages 0
Release 2005-10-12
Genre Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN 9780873499132

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Simply, the definitive identification and price guide for collectible cutlery from around the world! Book jacket.

The Standard Knife Collector's Guide

The Standard Knife Collector's Guide
Title The Standard Knife Collector's Guide PDF eBook
Author Ron Stewart
Publisher
Pages 0
Release 2006-11
Genre Knives
ISBN 9781574325201

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With hundreds of manufacturers of cutlery listed, this easy-to-use format allows the collector to become an expert in evaluating or appraising knives by using the RBR evaluation scales. (Antiques & Collectibles)

Official Price Guide to Collector Knives

Official Price Guide to Collector Knives
Title Official Price Guide to Collector Knives PDF eBook
Author C. Houston Price
Publisher House of Collectibles
Pages 570
Release 2008-04-08
Genre Knives
ISBN 0375722807

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Provides descriptions and prices for collectible knives, along with information about collecting the item, different types and brands, main components, and factors that can affect its value.

Shooter's Bible Guide to Knives

Shooter's Bible Guide to Knives
Title Shooter's Bible Guide to Knives PDF eBook
Author Roger Eckstine
Publisher Simon and Schuster
Pages 609
Release 2012-04-20
Genre Sports & Recreation
ISBN 1620873095

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The new Shooter’s Bible Guide to Knives sets the standard for comprehensive publications by carrying on the Shooter’s Bible tradition of bringing together more products and information than any other source. With photographs and descriptions of more than 400 knives, readers are treated to product highlights from major manufacturers and custom knife makers. This book brings you from the blacksmith shop to high tech influential designers with insights into blade steel, locking mechanisms, and handle materials. When it comes to knives, this book is the source for the products and the passion.

Spirit Of The Sword

Spirit Of The Sword
Title Spirit Of The Sword PDF eBook
Author Steve Shackleford
Publisher Krause Publications
Pages 0
Release 2010-10-03
Genre Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN 9781440211560

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Live the Legend. Feel the Steel&break;&break;Steeped in lore and legend, swords evoke images of samurai swordsmen, knights in shining armor, the glint of hardened steel, the charge of mounted cavalry. Spirit of the Word is a stunning visual journey through the history of the simplest and greatest weapon ever devised. More than 300 detailed photos of swords throughout the centuries and from around the world Scenes from the ancient swordmaking capitals of Europe The magic of the Japanese sword, including a profile of Yoshindo Yoshihara, the world's greatest living swordsmith Swords on the Big Screen: a cinematic exploration of sword mythology &break;&break;For the historian, for the collector, for the edged weapon enthusiast, Spirit of the Sword is the perfect one-volume guide to the history and mystique of the world's long blades. From, fascinating information on the history of swords from around the world to helpful tips on collecting and displaying swords, you'll find in Spirit of the Sword.

Collecting Case Knives

Collecting Case Knives
Title Collecting Case Knives PDF eBook
Author Steve Pfeiffer
Publisher Krause Publications
Pages 304
Release 2009-10-15
Genre Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN 9781440202384

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Feast your eyes on the craftsmanship and quality that is synonymous with Case pocket knives with this one-of-a-kind guide. The only full-color book focused solely on the work of W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co., this book delves into Cases 120-year history and provides you with the defining details for hundreds upon hundreds of knives. In this historically rich guide, you'll discover 800 full-color photos, current values for hundreds of pocket knives considered the most popular among collector, and a potpourri of information about methods for creating knives, quirks of the pattern numbering systems, tang samplings, types of blade steels and knife shields, as well as: Identifying and pricing details for prized knives including Pattern 20 Peanut, highly popular 54 Pattern Trapper, Pattern 72 Bulldog and Buffalo, and Pattern 97 Shark Tooth A showcase of the different types of natural and synthetic handle materials used to create Case knives, including bone, stag, pearl, wood, family and colorful celluloid, plastic and metal Whether you received your Case knife as a gift, inherited if from a family member or simply chose to purchase your own, you will enjoy the depth of details, exquisite photographs, and intriguing historical information contained in this, the only full-color book devoted to the legendary W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co.

Knives 2011

Knives 2011
Title Knives 2011 PDF eBook
Author Joe Kertzman
Publisher F+W Media, Inc.
Pages 867
Release 2010-08-20
Genre Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN 1440216282

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A Stunning Showcase Of Custom Knives The craft of knifemaking is alive and well, as evidenced by the stunning edged masterpieces revealed between the covers of the best book on blades ever published—Knives 2011. The art of fashioning knives includes carving, engraving, sculpting, scrimshaw, jewel inlaying, damascus-making and more. Never have so many embellishments been revealed in one medium, then captured in a full-color, glossy, photo-driven book such as this must-have volume that's ready for the coffee table or special place on the bookshelf. Treat yourself to feature stories covering one of the best wedges in the business, friction forging, “Swordplay Renaissance-Style,” the latest in cleaver offerings, “Scrimshaw That Drives Men Crazy” and villagers' blade art. Learn how one knife collector—Paul Lansingh—is giving back to the world of knives. Find out the answer to the question, “Why Do We Love Knives?” Follow author James Ayres and his wife, Mary Lou, on their quest to find carbon steel along the cobblestone streets of Europe. In the Factory Trends section, take a look at the newest in “Blue Collar Blades.” In between, enjoy the latest Trends and State Of The Art in knives. It's a trip worth taking. The pages are palpable, the text worth reading and the pictures worth a thousand words and more. Each bladed creation is a work of art in its own right, and a credit to its maker.