May 1, 2008 · Are there any advantages to one vs. the other? From a geometry perspective (not my best subject in school ), it would seem for a blade of the same size, shape and spine thickness (like …

Mar 19, 2005 · When I first saw this knife, the "America Knife Co, Germany" stampings run a bell...and the "Sabre Solingen" too. In your reply, you didn't address the American Knife Co. name as it relates …

Feb 8, 2013 · Found an older sabre Japan original Bowie at a flea market awhile back and am refinishing it. Does anyone have any information on the steel used? When I wet formed the sheath …

Feb 11, 2016 · SABRE was a brand name used for many years by Cole National, a consumer products company located in Cleveland. In the late 1960's, Cole also acquired KABAR and owned that brand …

Aug 30, 2010 · Has anybody heard of Sabre Knives by Ka-Bar ? I saw several of these traditional style knives in boxes, seems they're all China and there is Cole Consumer Products Solon, Ohio on the …

Jun 14, 2001 · Sabre grinds are stronger than full height grinds, significantly so, but they are not more efficient materials wise. You can get the same level of strength with a greater level of cutting ability in …

Feb 19, 2012 · The Richards knives were never great, but there was a distinct decline in quality, in my opinion, after they were acquired by Imperial in the 1970's, with poorer quality steel used, and a …

Oct 20, 2000 · This world since time immemorial has seen swords of many kinds. Spanning across the globe, their sizes, shapes and lengths have been influenced by culture, traditions and geographical …

May 9, 2012 · Since the Renaissance, swords seem to have become more specialized for one purpose or another, with side swords being a single handed arming sword with a more developed hilt, and …

Jun 12, 2015 · Can anyone recommend a professional restorer/smith? I have a Thomas and Melvane ( a "T" on the rosette ) with an 1863 date. This was passed down to me by my grandmother who always …