Ibberson Round Knife

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This 'coin' style knife was made by George Ibberson & Co, Sheffield in the 1930s. The registration no. dates from 1933. It has a Y-shaped spring like a lobster and Firth stainless blades which snap in and out knicely. Thanks for looking. :D s-k

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Cool little knife, what is the diameter ? Were these made in large numbers?

Do you know if there is an intended use for this style of knife? The reason I ask concerns coin knives in general and WW11 use?

Thanks in advance for any info you may be able to share.

Ken
 
Thanks Ken. The diameter is 1.25 inches and the cutting edge on the blade is .75 inches. Some were made out of actual coins and also in the shape and design of stamps. Ibberson is the only Sheffield maker I know of, but I think they originated in France. Can't see that they have a particular purpose other than light everyday cutting tasks. If anyone has any further information or examples, please post for us.
 
Thanks for the link. I'm somewhat sceptical about the WWII tire slashing story. Especially as that example appears homemade from a 1971 coin. I'll do some research and report back.
 
It is a recreation. He made a replica of the originals and just told us a little history on the design.:D
 
A quick search revealed examples of coin knives with blades pinned to coins so as to disguise them as pocket change. This knife has scales and an internal spring like a traditional slip joint knife. The design dates back to France in the 1800s when often one of the atttachments was a nail file. Perhaps I was inaccurate in my origial post with the term coin knife. Interesting discussion... and part of the learning process. Thanks for your posts.
 
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