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I have an R. Murphy, Ayer Mass. "pattern knife" from what I have read that I thought might be worth showing. I guess it was once used the way a mat knife or a box cutter would be used today? The removable blade is just under 6" and looks like it could be easily sharpened to hold a razor-like edge. I guess it could be used to cut material or leather as well? I assume Ayer, Massachusetts might still have a related industry or company for which this knife was made. Any information you might have is greatly appreciated!

The company is still in business. Have a look at the website or contact them directly for more information. s-k

http://www.rmurphyknives.com/store/index.html

I have several knives of this type by Murphy as well as a couple other makers(Henry Hyde is one).I believe they were used in the shoe industry which was very prominent in New England;especially in Massachusetts.
I find them at yard sales occasionally;usually in old tool boxes which I also collect.Some have various types of blades installed including saw blades.I'll have to dig them out and photograph them as I don't have any pictures at the moment.

It would be nice to get some more blades for that knife, redrider. ......... If they were available.

Hey, it's a MURPHY, therefore it's got to be a great knife, right??

FRJ wrote:It would be nice to get some more blades for that knife, redrider. ......... If they were available.

So true!


Thanks for the info guys and I'd love to see 'em knife7knut.


Now I need to check out that website . . .

I bet this #1 Mill Knife blade would work perfectly, probably why there's a "1" on the handle stamp.

http://www.rmurphyknives.com/store/mill-knives-ss2.html

tjmurphy wrote:Hey, it's a MURPHY, therefore it's got to be a great knife, right??

Check out the tang stamp Tom! Nice one, made in the USA too.

Nice old pattern knife redrider and pretty cool that the company is still in business. You can still get a replacement blade.