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I can't read the stamp, but if it is IKCO inside the diamond, it is an Imperial. IKCO stands for Imperial Knife COmpany. Definitely looks like an Imperial.
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This one was a candy stripe celluloid that I had redone in acrylic. It was out-gassing. Someone had asked how to tell the difference. I post this one so you can see an acrylic.
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WOW :shock: WOW :shock: and WOW :shock:

Impressive collections fellas!!!
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Reverand wrote: Fri Sep 16, 2022 12:00 pm QTCut5, that is a beautiful Fighting Rooster. I also believe that it is beginning to outgas.
Sit it in a shelf away from other knives if you can until you have it rehandled. It is a shame, but will be even worse if it destroys the whole knife.
Thanks for the comments & advice edge, dj & Rev.

I really like this single Wharncliffe Congress pattern (similar to a GEC #62 Whip, IMO) and didn't want it to corrode beyond repair. Since I'm too lazy to do everything required to properly care for and maintain celluloid knives, as well as having limited storage space for separating celluloid knives from the rest of my collection, I chose the other option and had it re-handled.

Here is my Fight'n Rooster before and after BIGHEAD worked his mod magic on it with some of his signature Mammoth Ivory covers. (I realize that with the celluloid replaced, technically it no longer qualifies for this thread, but I thought you might like to see the transformation. ::undecided:: ) It's kind of a shame because the celluloid had a certain "glow" that seemed to emanate from within, but I really love Ivory and now I don't have to worry about the knife self-destructing.


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How about these?
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edge213 wrote: Wed Oct 19, 2022 3:24 am How about these?
Wow! That is quite impressive, David. I think, you are now obligated to show more pics of those beauties.
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Waukonda wrote: Wed Oct 19, 2022 1:07 pm
edge213 wrote: Wed Oct 19, 2022 3:24 am How about these?
Wow! That is quite impressive, David. I think, you are now obligated to show more pics of those beauties.
Some of them have been shown. I don't have individual pictures of all of them.
I am currently trying to reorganize some things. I will try to get pictures and post some later.
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Thanks for the comments & advice edge, dj & Rev.

I really like this single Wharncliffe Congress pattern (similar to a GEC #62 Whip, IMO) and didn't want it to corrode beyond repair. Since I'm too lazy to do everything required to properly care for and maintain celluloid knives, as well as having limited storage space for separating celluloid knives from the rest of my collection, I chose the other option and had it re-handled.

Here is my Fight'n Rooster before and after BIGHEAD worked his mod magic on it with some of his signature Mammoth Ivory covers. (I realize that with the celluloid replaced, technically it no longer qualifies for this thread, but I thought you might like to see the transformation. ::undecided:: ) It's kind of a shame because the celluloid had a certain "glow" that seemed to emanate from within, but I really love Ivory and now I don't have to worry about the knife self-destructing
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If you are going to have a post that no longer "qualifies for this thread", then THAT'S the way to do it!
It has a totally different look, but is gorgeous Before and After! Bighead certainly worked magic on that one!
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QTCut5 wrote: Wed Oct 19, 2022 3:16 am
Reverand wrote: Fri Sep 16, 2022 12:00 pm QTCut5, that is a beautiful Fighting Rooster. I also believe that it is beginning to outgas.
Sit it in a shelf away from other knives if you can until you have it rehandled. It is a shame, but will be even worse if it destroys the whole knife.
Thanks for the comments & advice edge, dj & Rev.

I really like this single Wharncliffe Congress pattern (similar to a GEC #62 Whip, IMO) and didn't want it to corrode beyond repair. Since I'm too lazy to do everything required to properly care for and maintain celluloid knives, as well as having limited storage space for separating celluloid knives from the rest of my collection, I chose the other option and had it re-handled.

Here is my Fight'n Rooster before and after BIGHEAD worked his mod magic on it with some of his signature Mammoth Ivory covers. (I realize that with the celluloid replaced, technically it no longer qualifies for this thread, but I thought you might like to see the transformation. ::undecided:: ) It's kind of a shame because the celluloid had a certain "glow" that seemed to emanate from within, but I really love Ivory and now I don't have to worry about the knife self-destructing.


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Beautiful work from Bighead, ~Q~! It's a shame the original covers were celluloid cuz they're extremely "warm" in appearance, but there's no denying the new covers are spectacular! Could we please see a shot with the blade deployed? Thx! 8)
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Madmarco wrote: Wed Oct 19, 2022 10:31 pm Beautiful work from Bighead, ~Q~! It's a shame the original covers were celluloid cuz they're extremely "warm" in appearance, but there's no denying the new covers are spectacular! Could we please see a shot with the blade deployed? Thx! 8)
Sure thing, Marco. But, since I've already overstayed my welcome in this Celluloids thread, you'll have to visit these other threads if you want to see more photos of my F'n Rooster! ::nod:: :D

"Waking up the Roosters"
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Thank you very much ~Q~, your knife is stunning! 8)
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Camco jack
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Iroquois. Brass tip bolsters.
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Robeson Pocket-Eze.
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H.Boker & Cos. Improved Cutlery.
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edge213 wrote: Sun Nov 06, 2022 2:41 amCamco jack
I love that Camco Jack! I used to have one exactly like it, and I gave it to my younger brother for his birthday a couple of years ago.
The handles might not be as pretty a celluloid as some, but still unique and an enjoyable knife.
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Reverand wrote: Mon Nov 07, 2022 2:14 am
edge213 wrote: Sun Nov 06, 2022 2:41 amCamco jack
I love that Camco Jack! I used to have one exactly like it, and I gave it to my younger brother for his birthday a couple of years ago.
The handles might not be as pretty a celluloid as some, but still unique and an enjoyable knife.
Thanks Rev, it's one of my favorites.
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edge213 wrote: Thu Jan 12, 2023 10:47 pmHollinger
That is an awesome one, David, always look forward to seeing your celluloid. ::tu::
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