Tuna Valley Cutlery Co., Excelsior Knife Co., & Napanoch Knife Co. are three popular brands currently controlled by The Daniels family. These are old names that went dormant for years, but have since been brought back to life with modern offerings. This forum is here to discuss & show off knives & related items with brand names under the Daniels Family umbrella.
Rookie wrote: ↑Tue Nov 04, 2025 12:11 am
This one was just announced, the coffin jack Lexingtonian in rams horn handles.
Ever since you first posted the pics of them, Carl, I have been intrigued with the Lexingtonian pattern. I was so taken with Rams Horn on this one I found in an AAPK store, I just couldn't resist.....had to get it. Glad I did, too.....man, this is a sweet knife!
Rookie wrote: ↑Tue Nov 04, 2025 12:11 am
This one was just announced, the coffin jack Lexingtonian in rams horn handles.
Ever since you first posted the pics of them, Carl, I have been intrigued with the Lexingtonian pattern. I was so taken with Rams Horn on this one I found in an AAPK store, I just couldn't resist.....had to get it. Glad I did, too.....man, this is a sweet knife!
Rookie wrote: ↑Tue Nov 04, 2025 12:11 am
This one was just announced, the coffin jack Lexingtonian in rams horn handles.
Ever since you first posted the pics of them, Carl, I have been intrigued with the Lexingtonian pattern. I was so taken with Rams Horn on this one I found in an AAPK store, I just couldn't resist.....had to get it. Glad I did, too.....man, this is a sweet knife!
I really liked the shape of the pattern, long and thin. The inspiration for that knife came out of a 1920's Winchester catalog, but it was lengthened from 3 1/2 up to 3 3/4 inch long. And changed the tip of the spear blade slightly. Over 800 made and released out at this point, and I've not heard anyone complain. It really is a great knife.
When push comes to shove, I'm pretty much a die hard Wharncliffe guy, but I find myself totally enamored with the long slender spear on the Lexingtonian and Mortician. Something about that profile really appeals to me and the long pull is the final touch that makes me
QTCut5 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 29, 2025 3:07 pm
Mahalo cudgee & Carl
When push comes to shove, I'm pretty much a die hard Wharncliffe guy, but I find myself totally enamored with the long slender spear on the Lexingtonian and Mortician. Something about that profile really appeals to me and the long pull is the final touch that makes me
I'll see if I can work a wharncliffe into the next new pattern that is designed.
Rookie wrote: ↑Mon Dec 29, 2025 3:17 pm
I'll see if I can work a wharncliffe into the next new pattern that is designed.
Knew I could count on you, buddy! But, if you do get the DF to make a single blade Wharncliffe folder all I ask is that you give me advanced notice because I want to have a shot at getting one before Kevin buys them all
Rookie wrote: ↑Mon Dec 29, 2025 3:17 pm
I'll see if I can work a wharncliffe into the next new pattern that is designed.
Knew I could count on you, buddy! But, if you do get the DF to make a single blade Wharncliffe folder all I ask is that you give me advanced notice because I want to have a shot at getting one before Kevin buys them all
Just logged in for my daily check of the DFKB forum when I saw this post, and got a good laugh. You know we'll always make sure the Wharncliffe King gets a shot at any DFKB Wharnies that are created as long as we're still chasing them down, brother. Heck, if they made a limited run of two, I would have to buy them both if there was any doubt, to make sure you got one.
BTW... Great snag on that Ram's Horn. Very Cool knife.
Rookie wrote: ↑Mon Dec 29, 2025 3:17 pm
I'll see if I can work a wharncliffe into the next new pattern that is designed.
Knew I could count on you, buddy! But, if you do get the DF to make a single blade Wharncliffe folder all I ask is that you give me advanced notice because I want to have a shot at getting one before Kevin buys them all
Rookie wrote: ↑Tue Nov 04, 2025 12:11 am
This one was just announced, the coffin jack Lexingtonian in rams horn handles.
Ever since you first posted the pics of them, Carl, I have been intrigued with the Lexingtonian pattern. I was so taken with Rams Horn on this one I found in an AAPK store, I just couldn't resist.....had to get it. Glad I did, too.....man, this is a sweet knife!
Nice character on the horn. Almost translucent on the mark side and the pile side almost looks like mammoth ivory.
The slender spear with long pull and sabre swedge is indeed the classiest blade shape in my opinion.
Just received this Beautiful Laffy Taffy Giraffe Bone Lexingtonian from my knife brother, Santa Q!
Additional pictures are posted in the Bomb thread with another Fantastic Giraffe Bone Bomb he sent a few months ago.
Mahalo palena 'ole, my friend.
knifeaddict1965 wrote: ↑Sat Jan 03, 2026 8:04 pm
Just received this Beautiful Laffy Taffy Giraffe Bone Lexingtonian from my knife brother, Santa Q!
Additional pictures are posted in the Bomb thread with another Fantastic Giraffe Bone Bomb he sent a few months ago.
Mahalo palena 'ole, my friend.
Rookie wrote: ↑Thu Jul 20, 2023 9:57 pm
The newest release from DFKB is the Old Man Jack pattern with lambsfoot blade, offered under our Titusville Cutlery line. These knives feature Genuine Burnt Stag handles, and 1095 high carbon blades. They shipped out to dealers this week, so should be available for purchase soon.
I am a not patient person by nature, but I have have had to learn to accept that the world does not conform to my timeline. Ever since Carl announced the release of the Stag Old Man Jack nearly two and a half years ago, I have been patiently waiting for one to find its way to Casa de ~Q~ As it so happens, good things do indeed come to those who wait. The amazing part is that this is the one I would have picked if I had had my pick of the litter from the entire run of 50 knives How cool is that!
Rookie wrote: ↑Thu Jul 20, 2023 9:57 pm
The newest release from DFKB is the Old Man Jack pattern with lambsfoot blade, offered under our Titusville Cutlery line. These knives feature Genuine Burnt Stag handles, and 1095 high carbon blades. They shipped out to dealers this week, so should be available for purchase soon.
I am a not patient person by nature, but I have have had to learn to accept that the world does not conform to my timeline. Ever since Carl announced the release of the Stag Old Man Jack nearly two and a half years ago, I have been patiently waiting for one to find its way to Casa de ~Q~ As it so happens, good things do indeed come to those who wait. The amazing part is that this is the one I would have picked if I had had my pick of the litter from the entire run of 50 knives How cool is that!
Q, good things come to those who wait. That is some amazing stag. Well done buddy.
chickenman62 wrote: ↑Thu Feb 12, 2026 7:37 pm
I have been looking for one of these for a while and it was worth the wait. Nicer axe than I anticipated and very sharp. Little Giant Axe.
chickenman62 wrote: ↑Thu Feb 12, 2026 7:37 pm
I have been looking for one of these for a while and it was worth the wait. Nicer axe than I anticipated and very sharp. Little Giant Axe.
Happy to finally be allowed to show this. The new Tuna Valley pattern has been in the works since last summer. This is called the Mountain Cougar, It's a non-locking swinguard pattern. 154CM steel blade. 4 1/2 inch closed. The first release has Curly Birch handles. Eventually stag, mammoth, jig bone, giraffe bone, acrylics, exotic woods, etc. will be coming. Also, a spear blade version will come out as well.
Rookie wrote: ↑Sun Feb 15, 2026 5:27 pm
Happy to finally be allowed to show this. The new Tuna Valley pattern has been in the works since last summer. This is called the Mountain Cougar, It's a non-locking swinguard pattern. 154CM steel blade. 4 1/2 inch closed. The first release has Curly Birch handles. Eventually stag, mammoth, jig bone, giraffe bone, acrylics, exotic woods, etc. will be coming. Also, a spear blade version will come out as well.
Thanks for the update, Carl! Can't wait to see the Stag, Mammoth, Giraffe Bone, and the Spear blade versions.
Rookie wrote: ↑Sun Feb 15, 2026 5:27 pm
Happy to finally be allowed to show this. The new Tuna Valley pattern has been in the works since last summer. This is called the Mountain Cougar, It's a non-locking swinguard pattern. 154CM steel blade. 4 1/2 inch closed. The first release has Curly Birch handles. Eventually stag, mammoth, jig bone, giraffe bone, acrylics, exotic woods, etc. will be coming. Also, a spear blade version will come out as well.
Thanks for the update, Carl! Can't wait to see the Stag, Mammoth, Giraffe Bone, and the Spear blade versions.
The next batch of Mountain Cougar knives is ready. I just picked up a handful yesterday to get photos, and they should be with dealers by end of next week. 10 of each color were made. Tuna Valley brand, 154CM steel. Non-locking swinguard pattern.
Just logged in for my daily check of the DFKB forum when I saw this post, and got a good laugh. 
https://newlifeknives.etsy.com 
As it so happens, good things do indeed come to those who wait. The amazing part is that this is the one I would have picked if I had had my pick of the litter from the entire run of 50 knives 
