Neat history for those. I never heard of the key knife. That duel Hammer knives are really cool. Nice locking hawkbill. Probably my favorite pattern. Thanks for sharing!! 😺⚔️👍🏻
Any budget knife, is better than no knife! And some of these knives were carried by our dads, and uncles, which give them special meaning 😊 Thanks for this wonderful video, Tom😊
My very first knife was the classic Barlow with the brown plastic clamshell handles back in the 80s. Then my dad, who was a school teacher, confiscated a cracked ice imperial fish knife, from a student threatening another student, and gave it to me. Loved both of those knives so much, those thin carbon steel blades were like scalpels. I didn’t get into collecting until a few years ago in the pandemic, started buying some rough Ryders which got me back into slipjoints, and when I started buying vintage stuff on eBay, I knew what my first 2 purchases would be…that Barlow and fish knife by imperial, just for the nostalgia of it. After all the vintage Queen, Kabar, camillus, Shrade, etc, I still find myself carrying one of the Rhode Island cutlery’s like imperial (hammer brand too)or colonial. I like changing out the handles, or I personally think they’re great knives to add custom bone handles too, without bolsters. You are correct, they were well made, and had great 1095 carbon steel, and most I own have really nice walk n talk action. They were the “rough Ryders” of their day. Really digging your videos. We collect ALot of the same knives, and it’s sure fun learning about their history from guys like you and Tobias and Rasputins castle. Lots of good info. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for that information, Tom. Gives a new appreciation for the brand when you know more about it, and how significant it was. And, I miss those days. Take care.
They are very interesting knives Tom……. I appreciate you telling us about them……. I always learn something watching your channel and I thank you for that!!!!!! Stay well Tom😊
Tom its a shame that the 60s and 70s are behind us. I grew up in them and remember what it was to go into a hardware store and get a knife for under a dollar 😢. I think back of when life was simpler and better. GOD BLESS AMERICA 🇺🇸 🙏
Really enjoyed this background info. I have that exact same “trick knife” with the pearly handles. It belonged to my late father. I never had seen another one until your video. Can you give me any ideas on its age, and its potential value?
It is probably from the 40's to 50's era, and I'm not sure what the value is. I paid around $15.00 for mine, but I've seen them listed for more on EBay. Thanks for watching, Mike.
Neat history for those. I never heard of the key knife. That duel Hammer knives are really cool. Nice locking hawkbill. Probably my favorite pattern. Thanks for sharing!! 😺⚔️👍🏻
The key knife is unique. I thought someone had just modified their knife, but it turns out they were made that way. thanks for watching, BB.
A wonderful collection Tom. Those are all beauties. Excellent presentation. Thanks for sharing. Happy Sunday! Cheers, Dubya
Thanks for your kind words, Dubya! It's a real Delight to do these videos for you. I appreciate all your support, my friend.
Nice collection and great history lesson. 🇺🇸🇺🇸💪🏻💪🏻
Thanks, Tim. Glad you enjoyed the trip in the way back machine! I appreciate you watching, my friend.
Thanks for sharing about the interesting history of Imperial, excellent presentation and lesson. 😊👍 Take care my friend and Cheers!
You are very welcome, ST! I appreciate your kind words. Keep charging, my friend.
Any budget knife, is better than no knife! And some of these knives were carried by our dads, and uncles, which give them special meaning 😊
Thanks for this wonderful video, Tom😊
You're welcome, Peter. And I agree wholeheartedly. Thanks for watching, my friend.
What a wonderful display!! Thanks for the look at all these together, buddy!
You're welcome, David! Glad you enjoyed it, my friend.
Table top full of fantastic knives with great history! Well done.
Thanks, Ronald. It was a fun video to put together. I appreciate you watching, my friend.
Nice collection of Imperial knives, and a great history lesson. Thanks for sharing Tom, be safe.
You're welcome, Seppiedog! Thanks for watching, my friend.
Just plain awesome Tom! Thanks for sharing this! Nice job!
You're welcome, David! Thanks for watching, my friend.
My very first knife was the classic Barlow with the brown plastic clamshell handles back in the 80s. Then my dad, who was a school teacher, confiscated a cracked ice imperial fish knife, from a student threatening another student, and gave it to me. Loved both of those knives so much, those thin carbon steel blades were like scalpels. I didn’t get into collecting until a few years ago in the pandemic, started buying some rough Ryders which got me back into slipjoints, and when I started buying vintage stuff on eBay, I knew what my first 2 purchases would be…that Barlow and fish knife by imperial, just for the nostalgia of it. After all the vintage Queen, Kabar, camillus, Shrade, etc, I still find myself carrying one of the Rhode Island cutlery’s like imperial (hammer brand too)or colonial. I like changing out the handles, or I personally think they’re great knives to add custom bone handles too, without bolsters. You are correct, they were well made, and had great 1095 carbon steel, and most I own have really nice walk n talk action. They were the “rough Ryders” of their day. Really digging your videos. We collect ALot of the same knives, and it’s sure fun learning about their history from guys like you and Tobias and Rasputins castle. Lots of good info. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for sharing that wonderful story with us, Joel! Isn't it just Delightful to discover these old gems? I appreciate you dropping by, my friend.
Very informative video and a nice collection. Thank you for sharing.
You're welcome, Todd! I appreciate you dropping by, my friend.
Brother this was a very interesting walk down memory lane .Thanks so much Tom
You're welcome, Doug. Glad you enjoyed the video.
Thank you for that information, Tom. Gives a new appreciation for the brand when you know more about it, and how significant it was. And, I miss those days. Take care.
You're welcome, PEDC! I sure enjoy learning the history behind the knives. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Fantastic imperial collection brother. I hope you have a wonderful evening
And I hope you have a Delightful Day, brother. Thanks for watching, Jason.
Some very cool knives and history. Great video 👍
Thanks Jeremy. I always appreciate it when you stop by.
That was a cool video!😊
Glad you enjoyed it, Peter!
Great imperial review Tom. Awesome one of kind examples 😊 Stay dry my friend 😊
Glad you enjoyed it Rasputin! I appreciate you stopping by my friend.
That was a great history lesson!
Thanks, AW! Glad you enjoyed it, my friend. I appreciate you dropping by.
They are very interesting knives Tom……. I appreciate you telling us about them……. I always learn something watching your channel and I thank you for that!!!!!! Stay well Tom😊
Pete, I appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching, and for all that you do for the community. Keep charging, my friend.
Im a fan thank you for sharing brother 🇺🇸
You're welcome, Josey. Glad you are enjoying the channel. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Sounds great 👍can't wait to start watching your vintage knife content thank you for sharing 🇺🇸
Sweet collection and awesome history.
Thanks, Jeff! Glad you enjoyed it, my friend.
@@knifedelights7473 you are very welcome my friend. Yeah i did
Awsome knives tom grreat history
Thanks, Tom. I appreciate you stopping by. Keep charging, my friend.
Excellent
Glad you enjoyed it, MA. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Tom its a shame that the 60s and 70s are behind us. I grew up in them and remember what it was to go into a hardware store and get a knife for under a dollar 😢. I think back of when life was simpler and better. GOD BLESS AMERICA 🇺🇸 🙏
I agree, Howard! I miss the more simple times. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Great video! I have one of the wooden DE small stockmans from Ireland as well. Any idea what years they were made?
If it is stamped Imperial Ireland, it's probably from the late 80's to the 90's. Thanks for watching, Tarheel.
@@knifedelights7473 it is indeed. Thanks for the reply 👍
Really enjoyed this background info. I have that exact same “trick knife” with the pearly handles. It belonged to my late father. I never had seen another one until your video. Can you give me any ideas on its age, and its potential value?
It is probably from the 40's to 50's era, and I'm not sure what the value is. I paid around $15.00 for mine, but I've seen them listed for more on EBay. Thanks for watching, Mike.
Dang ol key knife 😁👍
Pretty cool, isn't it Zen? Thanks for dropping by, my friend.
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Thanks for watching Radar!