July Uncurated Estate Finds
Lot 267:
Description
Colonial Knife Company multi-blade folding pocket knife with an integrated folding hatchet or axe head. The tool is constructed with carbon steel blades and a handle featuring pearlescent cracked ice pattern celluloid scales secured with three pins. Polished bolsters are present at both ends of the handle. The tang of the knife blade is marked with a circular stamp reading COLONIAL PROV. R.I. U.S.A. A partially worn manufacturer label reading Colonial in blue script is adhered to the front bolster. Closed 5 1/2" L, open 9 1/2" L.
Location 13C (Box)
Condition report:
The knife shows signs of moderate to heavy use and age. Both the primary blade and the hatchet head exhibit significant sharpening wear, surface scratches, and scattered oxidation with light pitting. The celluloid handle scales are intact and well-preserved with minor surface wear. The manufacturer label on the bolster is worn but remains legible.
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