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A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 1:12 am
by 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.
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 1:12 am
by basser5
Here they are together in the case........
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 1:22 am
by #goldpan
Tim those are some really nice AGR Hen and Roosters

I only have one AGR H&R.
Randy
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 1:23 am
by 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
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 2:19 am
by basser5
Thank you Lawrence, there are a couple rub marks but nothing major,
and Randy that is a nice one as well!
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 3:46 am
by philco
Dang Tim! I'm in lust!!!

Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 4:04 am
by gino
Wow, great find Tim ! They are all sweet but that Stag whittler and pen are awesome! :;drool::
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Wed Dec 31, 2014 11:50 pm
by basser5
Thanks Phil and Gino!
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2015 6:28 am
by junebug
VERY NICE COLLECTION,BASS
GEMS....ALL OF EM'!!

Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2015 1:01 pm
by DR_MAGOO
Very nice Tim.
Can you educate me somewhat on dating of Hen & Roosters. Where can I find any info?
Thanks,
Magoo
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2015 1:38 pm
by 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.
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2015 1:40 pm
by jerryd6818
Them babies gots some classy chassis.
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2015 2:05 pm
by basser5
Thanks Jerry!
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2015 2:08 pm
by Colonel26
Very nice Hen and Roosters.
Re: A.G. Russell Hen and Roosters
Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2015 3:50 pm
by basser5
Thanks Colonel
I will try to get some better pics some day
