Are Old Timer knives good quality?

They’re very good knives and outstanding bargains. This is an updated copy of the original 8OT Schrade Old Timer. It is 3 7/8″ in length closed and that makes it a very easy pocket carry knife. It’s also big enough to fit into your hands and be manipulated without feeling too small you might cut yourself.

What year was my Old Timer knife made?

1959
The Old Timer line as we know it today was first produced by Schrade-Walden in 1959 with the 2OT, a Barlow knife with the name Old Timer stamped on the button bolster.

How old are old timer knives?

Built for Working Hands. Founded in 1958, Old Timer created a knife built with durability in mind but also a tool that was comfortable enough to work with day after day. For over 60 years now, Old Timer has created knives for the working class.

Are Old Timer knives still made?

Old Timer Knives manufactured by the Imperial Schrade Corporation closed their doors July 30, 2004, after 100 years of business. There will be no more original Schrade Old Timer knives produced.

When did Old Timer knives start being made in China?

The Schrade company was the manufacturer of the famous Old Timer brand beginning in 1959 and the Uncle Henry brand beginning in 1964. After Schrade went out of business Taylor Knife Co. got the rights to use the Schrade, Oldtimer, and Uncle Henry names, however all of the knives have been made in China since 2005.

Who owns Old Timer knives?

Taylor Brands LLC
In July 2004, the year the company celebrated its 100th anniversary, the factory in Ellenville was closed. The Schrade name was purchased by Taylor Brands LLC, who continue to manufacture products under the Schrade brand as well as Old Timer, Uncle Henry, Imperial & Smith & Wesson knives. Production is now in China.

Are Old Timer knives made in the USA?

After Schrade went out of business Taylor Knife Co. got the rights to use the Schrade, Oldtimer, and Uncle Henry names, however all of the knives have been made in China since 2005. Big Sky Images & Collectibles may have the largest retail display of U.S.A. made Oldtimer and Uncle Henry knives in the country.

Does Schrade own old timer?

The Schrade name was purchased by Taylor Brands LLC, who continue to manufacture products under the Schrade brand as well as Old Timer, Uncle Henry, Imperial & Smith & Wesson knives. Production is now in China.

Are old timers made in USA?

When were Uncle Henry’s knives?

For almost 100 years, since 1904, the Schrade and Uncle Henry name products have been manufactured with superior materials and expert craftsmanship.

Are all old timer knives made in USA?