Are Sheffield knives good?
One of the sharpest and most useable of the chef’s knives we tested, the Richardson Sheffield made light work of most of our challenges. It was perhaps the most impressive overall when it came to the classic paper test (pre and post sharpening) and handled the rest effortlessly.
Where are Sheffield pocket knives made?
The Arthur Wright traditional Sheffield pocket/pen knives are made with many decades’ experience of knife making. The pocket knives are individually hand-crafted in thier Sheffield workshop using methods of manufacture that have been in place for many years.
What is the difference between a pen knife and a pocket knife?
When is a penknife, a pocket knife? Traditionally a penknife was used of course for cutting a quill pen. Its blade was fairly small and had a razor-edge. If there are more than 2 blades then it is a pocket knife, or a specialist knife such as a ‘coachman’s’, or a ‘sportsman’s’ – but never a penknife.
Where are Richardson Sheffield knives made?
At Richardson Sheffield we’re proud of our Brittish roots. Our kitchen knives of the 1839 range are a powerful reminder of these roots. They are actually made in Sheffield, a town in the United Kindom, where the making of our brand began.
Are knives still made in Sheffield?
Sheffield is still home to skilled artisans making Sheffield knives and scissors using traditional methods. Additionally we have produced a range of commemorative knives using historic wood from various sources.
Who made the last pocket knife in Sheffield?
Trevor Ablett and his handmade pocket and folding knives in his workshop in Sheffield, England. Trevor Ablett has now sadly died and this is the last of his traditional Sheffield made pocket knives. Trevor Ablett and Reg Cooper have making pocket knives and penknives for over fifty years.
What makes the Arthur Wright traditional Sheffield pocket/pen knives unique?
The Arthur Wrighttraditional Sheffield pocket/pen knives are made with many decades’ experience of knife making. The pocket knives are individually hand-crafted in thier Sheffield workshop using methods of manufacture that have been in place for many years. All of the processes that go into Sheffield pocket knife making are done in-house.
Where are may hand knives made?
Hand Made by Michael May in the Portland Works, Sheffield, these luxurious pocket knives really are a work of art. Sheffield is famous for its steel works and the historic Portland Works are the home of the first stainless steel cutlery ever to be made in England.
Where can I buy a pocket knife in Whitby?
If you wish to pre order one of these knives you can visit our shop at 11 Sandgate in whitby, or call 01947 600610 Other hand crafted pocket knives are available in store, each knife is made from a unique collection of materials some with Yorkshire sourced wood including Oak and Walnut and beautiful settings including turquoise and horn.