Question about William Scagel knife.

[nightryder87]

Hello,

My brother recently purchased a W. Scagel knife and was wondering is there anywhere he could find out any more information on the knife. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Scott Hanson]

I am by no means an expert on Scagel knives, even though I do build Scagel style knives. The back of the sheath is stamped Abercrombie & Fitch New York and William Scagel sold knives through A & F from 1920 to 1929. Many of the knives Scagel sold through A & F were also stamped A & F as well, this knife does not have that mark, it is stamped with the W Scagel Handmade with the kris stamp. The knife itself appears to be in excellent shape the blade and blade tip are intact, and no gaps or cracks in the handle and appears to have the original sheath. There is much more information on William Scagel knives in James R. Lucie's book Scagel Handmade, on Scagel's knives, it's a good book your brother should consider getting a copy. All in all your brother has a fantastic knife and it's an incredible piece of cutlery history. A crotch stag Scagel hunter style knife is on my short list of knives to build.

 

[Lorien]

one thing I've learned over my years on the forum is DON'T TRY TO REFURBISH IT!

 

[jdm61]

Is Dr. Lucie still with us? He was THE expert.

 

[rover]

That is beyond cool. Have him do diligence should he decide to sell.

 

[Scott Hanson]

Is Dr. Lucie still with us? He was THE expert.

I'm pretty certain he is, but he's 90 years old now, so I'm not sure he would really be able to help much these days. I'm a bit surprised no one else has chimed in here, there are a lot of knowledgeable people on this forum about Scagel knives.

 

[Bigfattyt]

Make sure the knife is not stored in the sheath, or in contact with the sheath or other leather.

Judging by the blade and the verdigris starting on the guard/blade joint....it may have been stored in the leather.

Experts can give better advice, but as stated above, avoid "restoring"or, or polishing the balde/fittings.

Oil and a soft clean rag.

 

[AVigil]

Beautiful knife, clean with some soap and water and keep it out of that sheath. Store it in a nice padded case with some renaissance wax on it.

That is a real score

 

[galvanic1882]

That is one beautiful knife.

 

[SharpByCoop]

One post, no followup, no further history on this? (Edited by a moderator I might add)

Was this a value thing? Tell us more.

 

[galvanic1882]

Here is one I have coming in the mail, as soon as I get it I'll send better pictures. I don't need info just trying to show the knife. First Scagel I have ever owned. Wish the other guy that started the post would respond about his brothers knife.

 

[galvanic1882]

I got the knife yesterday and it is nicer then I thought. It's 11 1/4" over all and the blade is 6 3/8" measuring the top of the blade. Very small amount of pitting at the cutting edge on both sides but the rest is just staining. I love the darn thing!!

Mike

 

[waynorth]

Nice find, Mike!!!
What is the handle material??

 

[john april]

i am guessing antler or oosic

 

[galvanic1882]

I’m guessing elk antler or some other line whitetail? Not oosic for sure, thanks guys.

 

[Scott Hanson]

Gorgeous knife, I love those upswept blades, my guess is the handle is elk antler as well.

 

[blg40]

Hello,

My brother recently purchased a W. Scagel knife and was wondering is there anywhere he could find out any more information on the knife. Any help would be appreciated.

Does anyone know if this knife is for sale and if so by who and how much thank you

 

[Dawkind]

Welcome to Bladeforums....this thread is 1 1/2 years old....reaching necropsy.

Why don’t you contact the person that posted this?

 

[blg40]

Hello,

My brother recently purchased a W. Scagel knife and was wondering is there anywhere he could find out any more information on the knife. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[blg40]

Is it for sale