Alvin Sellens

A complete listing for every Keen Kutter pocket knife shown in Simmons Hardware Company catalogs since 1905. Keen Kutter is the most respected name in cutlery collectibles and pocket knives. This comprehensive volume contains a complete listing, detailed description, date, and value for every Keen Kutter pocket knife shown in Simmons Hardware Company catalogs since the adoption of the Wedge and Bar Keen Kutter logo in 1905. Here are Outing, Scouting and Cigar Cutter pocket knives; New England Whalers, California Budding knives, Kattle, Electrician, Physicians, and Karpenter knives plus many more. Illustrated with over 1100 original catalog illustrations, this volume is destined to become the pocket knife collector’s bible. The descriptions are taken directly from Simmons catalogs. General descriptions of the parts of a Keen Kutter pocket knife are provided for each numbered knife. This book is the definitive guide to Keen Kutter pocket knives.

Discover an extraordinary compendium of hand tools in this meticulously curated collection, which stands as a definitive chronicle of the vast array of implements utilized throughout North America's history. Encompassing an extensive range, from the ancient tools employed by Native Americans to the specialized instruments wielded by skilled artisans in such trades as coachmaking, piano craftsmanship, shipbuilding, and saddle making, this volume explores the diverse tools essential for agricultural pursuits, such as harvesting farm goods, turpentine extraction, and ice cutting. Delving into the realm of fine trades, it unveils the intricacies of tools used in bookbinding and watch repair. Exquisitely organized by profession, spanning from the adept beekeeper to the masterful wheelwright, this enthralling anthology captivates both modern practitioners of these crafts and hobbyists alike. Comprising over 4,500 captivating images sourced from rare catalog illustrations, trade literature, and meticulous hand-drawn depictions, each tool's essence is vividly captured. Detailed descriptions provide invaluable insights into dimensions and applications, offering a wealth of knowledge to enthusiasts and professionals alike. A quintessential addition to any tool collector's and antique dealer's repertoire, this comprehensive tome will also allure those with a profound fascination for the evolution of production methods. Immerse yourself in this indispensable resource, celebrating the essence of craftsmanship and the enduring legacy of these remarkable tools.