All About Pocket Knives

btrwtr wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2023 12:30 pm Some very nice knives posted in this thread but not all knives posted here or in the thread I'm attaching are stockman pattern knives.

Here is another thread from AAPK that is also dedicated to the stockman pattern. https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/kn ... t=stockman

I think that it is important that we know what the definition of a stockman pattern knife is. A stockman knife and a cattle knife are two different patterns and since this is a knife forum we should be aware of what defines each and not confuse the two.

There are always some grey lines between definitions and it is hard to cover every nuance when it comes to knives but in general the difference between the Stockman and the Cattle knife is the shape of the frame. Stockman patterns being three or more blades and serpentine shaped. Cattle knives being normally but not necessarily equal ended (or any other shape other than serpentine) with three or more blades. Either pattern can have but does not necessarily have a punch blade. Both patterns are normally heavier frame working knives.

msteele6 wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2023 3:43 pm Here's an old Imperial I sold a few years ago. This knife has solid nickel silver bolsters and shield, brass liners, and beautiful old handles, I think it was made in the 1930's. The reputation of Imperial declined when they switched to manufacture of the shell handled knives but these older ones are quality.

Thomasg wrote: ↑Mon May 29, 2023 12:16 am Question ? Can a stockman have birds eyes ?(western states)image.jpg

C-WADE7 wrote: ↑Mon May 29, 2023 3:12 pm

Thomasg wrote: ↑Mon May 29, 2023 12:16 am Question ? Can a stockman have birds eyes ?(western states)image.jpg

I would say yes. I’ve seen quite a few with them and your example is definitely a stockman style pattern from what I see.

tvic wrote: ↑Wed May 24, 2023 9:37 pm Nice ones, dog and slick!
Here’s a 50th Anniversay Craftsman I took a pic of today.

msteele6 wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2023 3:43 pm Here's an old Imperial I sold a few years ago. This knife has solid nickel silver bolsters and shield, brass liners, and beautiful old handles, I think it was made in the 1930's. The reputation of Imperial declined when they switched to manufacture of the shell handled knives but these older ones are quality.

Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Sat May 27, 2023 10:55 am Love that Craftsman Tim. Looks like a workhorse of a knife. Reminds me of my wife’s ranger stockman I gave her from a big collection I bought several years ago.

Got this one in for the store, but decided to keep it. It just feels “right” in hand. The stag is just smooth enough to feel like it’s been in my pocket for years and this size is perfect. It won’t be a user, but I sure am tempted to use it. Boker did a great job on these Henckels and it shows on knives like this one.

msteele6 wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2023 3:43 pm Here's an old Imperial I sold a few years ago. This knife has solid nickel silver bolsters and shield, brass liners, and beautiful old handles, I think it was made in the 1930's. The reputation of Imperial declined when they switched to manufacture of the shell handled knives but these older ones are quality.

Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Thu Jun 22, 2023 12:09 am Just had to share this one. This is a Hen and Rooster Cattle Rustler stockman, and yes it is a stockman and not a cattle knife. I love these stockmans with this steer head shield and when it’s a stag handled one it’s just over the top. This knife just feels great in hand. Real tempted to keep this one.

Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Thu Jun 22, 2023 12:09 am Just had to share this one. This is a Hen and Rooster Cattle Rustler stockman, and yes it is a stockman and not a cattle knife. I love these stockmans with this steer head shield and when it’s a stag handled one it’s just over the top. This knife just feels great in hand. Real tempted to keep this one.

Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Thu Jun 22, 2023 12:09 am Just had to share this one. This is a Hen and Rooster Cattle Rustler stockman, and yes it is a stockman and not a cattle knife. I love these stockmans with this steer head shield and when it’s a stag handled one it’s just over the top. This knife just feels great in hand. Real tempted to keep this one.

Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Thu Jun 22, 2023 12:09 am Just had to share this one. This is a Hen and Rooster Cattle Rustler stockman, and yes it is a stockman and not a cattle knife. I love these stockmans with this steer head shield and when it’s a stag handled one it’s just over the top. This knife just feels great in hand. Real tempted to keep this one.