Being an British ex-soldier i can add a little information. In 1969 I was issued with the 2-blade 1952 Pattern, Stainless Steel "Clasp Knife" and had several during my service all identical. The 3-blade version with marlin spike was very rarely seen in army service. The only variation I saw was that some had a sand-blasted matt finish. These remained standard issue intil the 1990s. However sporting goods shops sold the military issue knives to the public in both 2 and 3 blade versions during the 60s and 70s. These had military stamps, unlike the repro's you can buy today. My father who served in the Army 1952-60 brought home two knives of WW2 1938 Pattern 3-Blade carbon steel with steel bolsters and plastic handle scales. Some knives had all-plastic handles from 1943. The first issue knife was the 1905 Patten, it was similar to the 1938 but was 1/2 longer and did not have the liner extended to form a flat screw driver.
Great knives and history Tobias! You probably hear this from a lot of people, but I'm a huge fan. I love history and knife history and the nostalgia it gives me. I have learned a lot about knife history in the past two years and your channel is my main reference. Thanks to you, I'm the knife professor in the area that I live... too bad nobody cares around where I live..lol thank you for all your teachings, videos, and knives! There are many people out there that enjoy and learn from your channel. I have even seen you enspire other great channels into existence! Thank you Tobias!👏🏻
If memory serves, during the Falkland's War, in theater UK combat troops were issued the 1-Piece British Army Knife, though not the civilian market model. Currently, the UK military supply company BCB International catalogs the Victorinox EVO 14 as their "Clasp Knife". That being said, the issue British Army pocket knife belt sheath is specifically designed to fit the Victorinox Huntsman model. Oh, from the Korean War onward, it is not uncommon to find Commonwealth military issued clasp knives with limited markings. Some, only have the country of manufacture stamped into the blade tang. So, the famed stamped "arrow" and "oil the joints" aren't always present.
Lately I have been very fond of the folding barlow knife. On a side note I think they should bring back bails, instead of the boring old lanyard hole and tube. Would look nice on some of the "newer" model rough riders etc.
There is something to be said about Bails. I even have a Camillus Barlow with a bail, and I find it very becoming. Appreciate the comment, Rule Number 9EDC
The two-piece clasp knife seems to me like a good EDC knife. I've always wanted one to try out for daily carry. It does seem a little heavy, though. Also kinda funny how the British refer to the knife as a "clasp" knife. When I hear the term clasp knife I imagine something like a back pocket knife. Maybe like the RR deerslayer. Though I just love the stainless steel and utilitarian design of these British "clasp" knives
They used to be dirt cheap here in the uk, at surplus stores. Very tough but a bit basic, I got a Swiss army "farmer" knife in the early 90s that was as tough, but more versatile & saw more everyday use.
Great video as always . Being an old soldier and knife collector in the UK the issue lock blade is new to me. We can buy lockbacks with no problem and although it is illegal to carry the chances of seeing a copper on the streets never mind getting stopped and searched is near zero, Even though you can be locked up for saying or posting something hurtful. God bless America he doesn't bless England anymore.
I get why they put can openers on pocket knives back in the day, but nowadays, just seems like a waste of a blade. On a boat knife, I think it would make sense to have a serrated blade instead of the can opener, that way you have both. I know some have the serrated sheep’s foot, but in that case, a little pen blade instead of the can opener would be cool. My wife just got me the big RR marlin spike with burlap micarta scales, great knife, never had that pattern before, but it’s too big to edc. It’s like a 5 inch or so closed knife. Thinking about getting a smaller one with the marlin spike to edc it. I feel bad for Brit’s, can’t have a locking blade, that would suck. Cool video and great info, as always. Thanks for sharing
I like your videos so much I am a Trapper fan. So many neat pieces. I am always amazed at how good simple stainless knives can look. Thanks for the information and God bless.
The Marlin spike is so underrated as an EDC Tool. You might think I'm crazy But, I would love to have a RR Sowbelly Trapper with a Marlin spike on the back. But I will say, as a former U.S. Navy Boatswains mate , every New recruit to the U.S. Navy assigned to Deck Department; should be issued a Marlinspike Knife similar to the Rough Ryder Marlinspike Knife but with a hard wood or stainless steel Handle, and every Doctors Knife should have a Rectal Mercury Thermometer hidden in the handle. 🤣 Great Video as always Tobias, Thank you.
My wife just bought me the newer marlin spike knife by rough Ryder, with micarta handle scales. I was thinking the same thing about that spike for edc, but the one she bought me is huge, like big Barlow sized. I may grab their smaller ones, to try and edc.
@@JoelPerri7777 Yeah Buddy, that one is Big. The good thing is it could double as a Hip replacement if a Stryker isn't available.😂 I'm gonna have to get me one. Did you get the Denim or Brown Micarta? Either way They are both pretty cool.
Hey Boats! As a former Boats myself I served as supply P.O. For 1st div. For a while and “issued” myself a couple Camillus folders, 1 with marlinspike. Totally agree with your statement! Go Navy!
@@FlightDek I got the brown burlap micarta one. One of the many things I love about rough rider knives is the walk n talk. Yeah occasionally you get a lemon, but for the most part, they’re great. I prob have close to 75 RR’s, best brand to try out new patterns. Wish they used their T10 carbon steel more, those ones are always my favs. They got me hooked on slipjoints. Then I discovered eBay and the vintage American stuff, been hooked ever since. Although I’m trying to learn how to fix them now in the new year more than buying. I went a little crazy with the Covid money, that’s when I started collecting. Lol
Being an British ex-soldier i can add a little information. In 1969 I was issued with the 2-blade 1952 Pattern, Stainless Steel "Clasp Knife" and had several during my service all identical. The 3-blade version with marlin spike was very rarely seen in army service. The only variation I saw was that some had a sand-blasted matt finish. These remained standard issue intil the 1990s. However sporting goods shops sold the military issue knives to the public in both 2 and 3 blade versions during the 60s and 70s. These had military stamps, unlike the repro's you can buy today.
My father who served in the Army 1952-60 brought home two knives of WW2 1938 Pattern 3-Blade carbon steel with steel bolsters and plastic handle scales. Some knives had all-plastic handles from 1943. The first issue knife was the 1905 Patten, it was similar to the 1938 but was 1/2 longer and did not have the liner extended to form a flat screw driver.
I have a couple of those 1905 knives as well as a few of the WWII issue knives. Thanks for the info.
@@KnifeChatswithTobias I preferred the US GI utility and traded for several during my service.
Great knives and history Tobias! You probably hear this from a lot of people, but I'm a huge fan. I love history and knife history and the nostalgia it gives me. I have learned a lot about knife history in the past two years and your channel is my main reference. Thanks to you, I'm the knife professor in the area that I live... too bad nobody cares around where I live..lol thank you for all your teachings, videos, and knives! There are many people out there that enjoy and learn from your channel. I have even seen you enspire other great channels into existence! Thank you Tobias!👏🏻
If memory serves, during the Falkland's War, in theater UK combat troops were issued the 1-Piece British Army Knife, though not the civilian market model. Currently, the UK military supply company BCB International catalogs the Victorinox EVO 14 as their "Clasp Knife". That being said, the issue British Army pocket knife belt sheath is specifically designed to fit the Victorinox Huntsman model. Oh, from the Korean War onward, it is not uncommon to find Commonwealth military issued clasp knives with limited markings. Some, only have the country of manufacture stamped into the blade tang. So, the famed stamped "arrow" and "oil the joints" aren't always present.
Lately I have been very fond of the folding barlow knife. On a side note I think they should bring back bails, instead of the boring old lanyard hole and tube. Would look nice on some of the "newer" model rough riders etc.
There is something to be said about Bails. I even have a Camillus Barlow with a bail, and I find it very becoming. Appreciate the comment, Rule Number 9EDC
Great video. A head to head comparison between the US and UK knives might be cool.
That's a pretty cool piece! Thanks for the look at it, buddy!
Had to look up what a marlin spike was used for.
I could have used one when I was like five trying to get knots out of my shoelaces
Enjoyed the honest review.
I read somewhere some knife laws have a nail nick clause. Hence the inclusion on some?
Thanks Tobias
I think Canada has some law about nail nicks.
The two-piece clasp knife seems to me like a good EDC knife. I've always wanted one to try out for daily carry. It does seem a little heavy, though. Also kinda funny how the British refer to the knife as a "clasp" knife. When I hear the term clasp knife I imagine something like a back pocket knife. Maybe like the RR deerslayer. Though I just love the stainless steel and utilitarian design of these British "clasp" knives
They used to be dirt cheap here in the uk, at surplus stores. Very tough but a bit basic, I got a Swiss army "farmer" knife in the early 90s that was as tough, but more versatile & saw more everyday use.
Great video as always . Being an old soldier and knife collector in the UK the issue lock blade is new to me. We can buy lockbacks with no problem and although it is illegal to carry the chances of seeing a copper on the streets never mind getting stopped and searched is near zero, Even though you can be locked up for saying or posting something hurtful. God bless America he doesn't bless England anymore.
Love the history of this…I don’t think I have one but I like the history and the knives
Interesting look at these, I like the look and design of the USA Army knives better, thanks for sharing them, Tobias.
I get why they put can openers on pocket knives back in the day, but nowadays, just seems like a waste of a blade. On a boat knife, I think it would make sense to have a serrated blade instead of the can opener, that way you have both. I know some have the serrated sheep’s foot, but in that case, a little pen blade instead of the can opener would be cool. My wife just got me the big RR marlin spike with burlap micarta scales, great knife, never had that pattern before, but it’s too big to edc. It’s like a 5 inch or so closed knife. Thinking about getting a smaller one with the marlin spike to edc it. I feel bad for Brit’s, can’t have a locking blade, that would suck. Cool video and great info, as always. Thanks for sharing
You take a needle file and file a edge on the can opener have a small draw knife !♈⚓⚓♈
I like your videos so much I am a Trapper fan. So many neat pieces. I am always amazed at how good simple stainless knives can look. Thanks for the information and God bless.
Thanks, Stan. You're okay in my book even if you're a Trapper Fan!
Those Sheffield 2pc knives are sold on Amazon as well as a 3pc version.
Really cool collection Tobias , never seen those before 👍
The Marlin spike is so underrated as an EDC Tool. You might think I'm crazy But, I would love to have a RR Sowbelly Trapper with a Marlin spike on the back. But I will say, as a former U.S. Navy Boatswains mate , every New recruit to the U.S. Navy assigned to Deck Department; should be issued a Marlinspike Knife similar to the Rough Ryder Marlinspike Knife but with a hard wood or stainless steel Handle, and every Doctors Knife should have a Rectal Mercury Thermometer hidden in the handle. 🤣 Great Video as always Tobias, Thank you.
My wife just bought me the newer marlin spike knife by rough Ryder, with micarta handle scales. I was thinking the same thing about that spike for edc, but the one she bought me is huge, like big Barlow sized. I may grab their smaller ones, to try and edc.
@@JoelPerri7777 Yeah Buddy, that one is Big. The good thing is it could double as a Hip replacement if a Stryker isn't available.😂 I'm gonna have to get me one. Did you get the Denim or Brown Micarta? Either way They are both pretty cool.
Thanks for some great information and history on those knives!
Hey Boats! As a former Boats myself I served as supply P.O. For 1st div. For a while and “issued” myself a couple Camillus folders, 1 with marlinspike. Totally agree with your statement! Go Navy!
@@FlightDek I got the brown burlap micarta one. One of the many things I love about rough rider knives is the walk n talk. Yeah occasionally you get a lemon, but for the most part, they’re great. I prob have close to 75 RR’s, best brand to try out new patterns. Wish they used their T10 carbon steel more, those ones are always my favs. They got me hooked on slipjoints. Then I discovered eBay and the vintage American stuff, been hooked ever since. Although I’m trying to learn how to fix them now in the new year more than buying. I went a little crazy with the Covid money, that’s when I started collecting. Lol
Quite a variety but not as many as Mister Barlow has.
This only a part of my British Army Knives but I will need check out Mr. Barlow’s collection!
👍🏼very cool and interesting.
Over sized can opener ,I suspect it's Chinese knock off !♈⚓⚓♈