How old is Uncle Henry Knives?
For almost 100 years, since 1904, the Schrade and Uncle Henry name products have been manufactured with superior materials and expert craftsmanship.
Are old timers good knives?
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.
Does Schrade own old timer?
The company changed names in 1985 to Imperial Schrade Corp. and Walter Gardiner was named President and COO. 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.
Are Schrade knives any good?
The Schrade Old Timer is a durable knife, probably durable enough to span generations. These knives have also been carried by Americans for decades, and are prized for their durability and value. The Uncle Henry typically comes with one or two blades, and is made with a stainless steel blade and Staglon handle scales.
Who makes Schrade knives now?
Taylor Brands LLC
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.
Does Schrade own Uncle Henry?
Uncle Henry Knives manufactured by the Imperial Schrade Corporation closed their doors July 30, 2004, after 100 years of business. Thanks to Taylor Brands LLC, which purchased the intellectual property rights to all of the Old Timer, Schrade, and Uncle Henry Knives, these great classics live again. …
Who owns Uncle Henry knives?
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.
Which Schrade knives were made in China?
There were several knives which had some parts made in China and were final assembled in ellenville. (Handles and the like). The badger was a full China product which had some serious problems in quality control but were allowed to be sold by Schrade due to events at the company which wouldn’t allow for rejection (loss of $).
Are Schrade knives American made?
Some of the Schrade Knives on this page are USA made; the import models are notated. Since 1904, Schrade products have been manufactured in Ellenville, NY with superior materials and expert craftsmanship.
Are Schrade Knives Out of business?
The American company went out of business. We have a subforum for collectors of these original Schrade knives: Schrade Knives Collectors Forum. The company name was bought out and is now used on knives, some of which match the original production models.
Battenfeld still manufactures knives under the Schrade brand, including Schrade’s Imperial, Old Timer and Uncle Henry product lines. If your knife is one of the newer Battenfeld Schrade models, look up its information on Battenfeld’s website for production information.