Antique-shop.com

Antiques! => Antique Questions Forum => Topic started by: NorthwesternBill on July 26, 2010, 09:19:51 PM

Title: Southern Richardson & Sheffield ( England) bone handle knives. More info?
Post by: NorthwesternBill on July 26, 2010, 09:19:51 PM
HI everyone! I have recently inherited a set of knives that seem very interesting. I can not figure out what type of bone or teeth the handles are made out of, but they are all one piece handles. In addition to the  Southern Richardson & Sheffield logo, the blades all say "the Kleen Kut" and then Regd 1945, stainless. My aim is to sell them ( probably on ebay) and could not find anything really even similar to them. Any information on them and possible value would be much appreciated!
Thank you in advance!


Title: Re: Southern Richardson & Sheffield ( England) bone handle knives. More info?
Post by: waywardangler on July 27, 2010, 12:38:36 AM
The handles appear to be antler tips.  Rubylane has a few similar sets for sale and the prices range from $90-$135.  Since they still have a number of sets for sale, I think an actual value would be below their price ranges if you are really interested in selling them.  I would expect a price range of $35-$50 might find some willing buyers if all the knives are in excellent shape.  On eBay, the auction venue would find the actual price buyers are willing to pay.  I do not know if vintage steak knives are a hot commodity.
Title: Re: Southern Richardson & Sheffield ( England) bone handle knives. More info?
Post by: NorthwesternBill on July 27, 2010, 02:17:06 AM
Thank you very much! That seems about right, I will probably set starting bid at 20 bucks and see how much interest that draws.

This seems like a great forum with knowledgeable and friendly folks, glad I decided to join up and enter the conversation!