1940s Vintage 9 1/2\" Blade ** KEEN KUTTER *** XL Carbon Butcher Knife USA For Sale

Vintage XL Bolstered StyleButcher Knifewith Carbon Steel Blade, Bolster, & Wood Handle Made bySimmons Hardware Company
In 1874, Edward C. Simmons founded Simmons Hardware Company in St. Louis, Missouri. Its products include knives, saws, ...They defined its products saying, \"If you can\'t eat it, and it don\'t pour or fold, it\'s hardware\". It has many brands including the famous Keen Kut, Simmons, Oak Leaf.
This knife has the blade hand forged from the fine carbon steel designed to take a finer edge and hold it longer providing sharp cutting satisfaction.The handle is triple riveted over the full tang and single bolstered to good fitting for durability, strength, & balance.
No trademark. It is Keen Kutter knife from E. C. Simmons.
** KEEN KUTTER --- ca. 1940s ***St. Louis, Missouri
Blade Length 9 1/2\"Total Length 15\"Weight 10 - 12 oz.( approximate measurements )
Wear Cut Scratch

Condition

pitting patina on both sides of the blade ( last two photos ), blade structure is good

Photos are descriptions
Maintenance Suggestion:Hand wash only in warm water after using,especially if used on foods that have acidic sauce/liquid. After washing it, wipe the blade and handle completely dry.Use of electric knife sharpener or dishwasher not recommended.
Product of USA
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