Antique Carbon Steel Table Knife – 1 piece

Cleaned assorted antique American, European or British carbon steel table knife from mid 19th to early 20th century with carbon steel blades, some are silver plated. Handles range from pinned hardwood, cast pewter and hardwood, cow bone, mother of pearl or silver plated brass or pressed celluloid. 

Please note, it is possible for lead to be present in some old pewter alloys, please test before using for food consumption or regular handling, request “no pewter” at checkout if you prefer. 

These have much sharper blades than modern table knives sometimes called “butter knives”, these are capable of taking a keen edge similar on an old carbon steel chef or butcher knife. They do not come sharpened but are sharp enough for table use and can be sharpened for cured meat charcuterie small vegetable work etc.

Antique American and European carbon steel table knives from the 19th to early 20th century.  These are used knives which have been cleaned up of rust and free from major defects (no broken handles or bent blades) priced according to condition and quality.

These range from mid 19th to early 20th century 

Please know, online orders of bargain bin knives are chosen at random. Sharpening and restoration work is not included. We cannot accommodate special requests or requests for specific items. We will not be able to provide extra photos. Each order receives 1 item.

Sold as is. No returns or exchanges.

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