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Title: Dexter Russell Harrington
Post by: lptools on December 15, 2017, 06:03:48 PM

Hello, Does anyone know the correct use for these handles & blades. I have found them before with well worn blades  & grimy handles, so I assumed they were used for leather work, or some other trade. The box is marked Dexter The Right Knife  Russell Harrington Cutlery . Thanks, Lou

Title: Re: Dexter Russell Harrington
Post by: wvtools on December 15, 2017, 08:34:45 PM

I always called them mill knives (used in textile mills to cut cloth, thread, yarn, etc.).  Sellens calls them cloth knives, a tailor's shop tool.  They are handy for a lot of trade though.  I have never kept one in my stock very long.

Title: Re: Dexter Russell Harrington
Post by: lptools on December 16, 2017, 07:12:35 AM

Hello, Thanks for the info!!!!!!!  Regards, Lou