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VintageC. Currey Ltd. Sheffield, Englandfixed blade knife set with dark wood handle, brass pins, leather sheath and separate metal marlin spike/tool.
The knife blade is stamped:
C. CURREY LTD.
SHEFFIELD
ENGLAND
A classic English-made utility/maritime-style knife with a straight, squared blade profile. The dark wooden handle is secured with brass pins and has a lanyard hole with cord.
Included is a long tapered metal marlin spike / rigging tool and the original-style brown leather sheath designed to carry both pieces.
The leather sheath is markedMade in Englandand has a handwritten name/marking from a previous owner.
An interesting vintage Sheffield-made set for a collector of British knives, maritime tools, sailing equipment or traditional Sheffield cutlery.
Item Specifics:
- Brand/Maker: C. Currey Ltd.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: England
- City: Sheffield
- Type: Fixed Blade Knife
- Era: Vintage
- Blade Type: Straight / Square Tip
- Handle Material: Wood
- Handle Color: Dark Brown / Black
- Handle Fasteners: Brass Pins
- Lanyard Hole: Yes
- Sheath Material: Leather
- Sheath Color: Brown
- Additional Tool: Metal Marlin Spike / Rigging Spike
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Number of Pieces: 3
- Set Includes: Knife, Marlin Spike/Tool & Leather Sheath
Approximate Measurements:
- Knife overall length: approx. 7.5–8\"
- Blade length: approx. 3.5\"
- Marlin spike/tool: approx. 6.5–7\"
Please refer to the ruler photo for the most accurate size reference.
Condition Details:
This is a vintage used item and has not been restored. The blade has visible scratches, small dark spots, oxidation/patina and general surface wear consistent with age and use. The wooden handle has surface wear but appears intact. Brass pins remain present.
The leather sheath shows substantial vintage character including scuffs, scratches, discoloration, edge wear and a handwritten previous-owner marking. Stitching and leather should be examined carefully in the photographs.
The metal spike/tool has scratches, discoloration and surface wear from age/use.
Included:
1 C. Currey Ltd. Sheffield fixed blade knife
1 Metal marlin spike / rigging tool
1 Brown leather sheath
Only the items shown in the photographs are included.
