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Pen Knives to Sundials

These are some of the accessories of colonial gentlemen.

 

Item 6 is a silver and glass sundial and compass which was made in France in 1637.

 

Item 7 is a 18th century steel blade and bone handle Barlow Pocket Knife. With its large handle and carbon steel blade the Barlow style knife was tough, affordable and popular.

 

Item 8. is a Pen Knife It is an American product made between 1760 and 1790. It was called a pen knife because it trimmed a feather quill to make a pen.

 

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Uploaded on May 28, 2024
Taken on February 16, 2011