MASSIVE Antique L & I.J. White HOG SPLITTER Butcher Clever #13 31\" L 13\" Blade For Sale

A Very Rare Antique L. & I. J. White #13 \'Hog Splitter\' – Buffalo, N.Y. Anabsolute powerhouse of American blacksmithing history.This is a massive, authentic #13 Hog Splitter crafted by the legendary L. & I. J. White Co. of Buffalo, New York. Founded in 1837, L. & I. J. White was world-renowned for producing some of the finest edge tools of the 19th and early 20th centuries. This cleaver dates to the late 1800s/early 1900s. The oak handle is not the original, which was lost to time. The blade is in remarkable condition for its age. It is wicked sharp with a thick 3/8\" spine. This cleaver is quite the beast and has a very substantial feel when held. Custom heavy-duty leather sheath included.Total Length:31\"
Blade Length: 13\"
Weight:7 Lb. Total Weight