A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters

[basser5]

Here is a nice set that i was very fortunate to pick up lately.
They were made by Hen and Rooster in 1976 under the ownership of A.G. Russell.
The handles consist of stag, pearl, ivory, and horn.

[basser5]

Here they are together in the case........

[#goldpan]

Tim those are some really nice AGR Hen and Roosters I only have one AGR H&R.

Randy

[Lawrence]

Wow, I'd say that's more that just a 'nice' set. They all look like they are in pristine condition. I'm really digging horn handled knives just lately. Congratulations on that find! cheers

[basser5]

Thank you Lawrence, there are a couple rub marks but nothing major,
and Randy that is a nice one as well!

[philco]

Dang Tim! I'm in lust!!!

[gino]

Wow, great find Tim ! They are all sweet but that Stag whittler and pen are awesome! :;drool::

[basser5]

Thanks Phil and Gino!

[junebug]

VERY NICE COLLECTION,BASS
GEMS....ALL OF EM'!!

[DR_MAGOO]

Very nice Tim.

Can you educate me somewhat on dating of Hen & Roosters. Where can I find any info?

Thanks,
Magoo

[basser5]

Thanks Josh and Magoo!

Magoo here is a quick break down.

Original knives-1864-1974
The earlier knives were marked with the Hen and Rooster logo over Solingen or Solingen stainless.
The imported knives of the 1960s-early 70s will be marked C.Bertram, Voss, Gutmann,Jeffery, Fife, Mutt,
and Carters along with the Hen and Rooster logo. These knives will bring a premium.

A.G. Russell owned the company from 1975-1980 and these knives are marked *BERTRAM*.They are as good as the originals in my opinion.

Post 1980 knives will be marked Bertram Cutlery and made by Robert Klaas and Boker and imported by Jim Frost. Frost is also having some of these made in Spain. Hen and Rooster International are made in China.

[jerryd6818]

Them babies gots some classy chassis.

[basser5]

Thanks Jerry!

[Colonel26]

Very nice Hen and Roosters.

[basser5]

Thanks Colonel
I will try to get some better pics some day