These 10 Knives Will NEVER Leave My Collection
Published: 2 days ago
What makes a pocket knife truly "permanent"? After a decade of collecting, trading, and testing hundreds of traditional slipjoints, I’ve realized that most knives are just visitors. But these ten? They are the "forever" blades.
In this video, I’m clearing the workbench to reveal my personal Top 10 Traditional Knives I’ll Never Get Rid Of. From legendary vintage Sheffield steel and "sweet spot" 1970s Case patterns to modern masterpieces from GEC and beyond, we’re looking at the tools that define mechanical perfection.
We’ll break down the "walk and talk," the patina, and the specific reasons why these ten knives have earned a lifetime spot in my pocket. Whether you’re a seasoned collector of vintage slipjoints or just starting your journey into traditional pocket knives, these are the patterns and brands that set the standard.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Why these 10 knives are permanent
0:18 - : Imperial Cattle knife
1:20 - : Case Whittler
2:34 - : Taylor eye witness
3:44 - : Harrison Bros & Howson
4:55 - : Iroquois Cutlery Co
6:10 - : The New York Knife Co
7:40 - : Trevor Ablett Lambsfoot
9:10 - : Case 31 Torpedo Jack
10:24 - : Taylor Eye Witness Barlow
11:26 - : T.Ellin Vulcan Stag Lambsfoot
12:37 - What’s your "off the table" knife?
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DISCLAIMER: Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to keep making honest reviews. I only recommend products I've personally tested and believe in.
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In this video, I’m clearing the workbench to reveal my personal Top 10 Traditional Knives I’ll Never Get Rid Of. From legendary vintage Sheffield steel and "sweet spot" 1970s Case patterns to modern masterpieces from GEC and beyond, we’re looking at the tools that define mechanical perfection.
We’ll break down the "walk and talk," the patina, and the specific reasons why these ten knives have earned a lifetime spot in my pocket. Whether you’re a seasoned collector of vintage slipjoints or just starting your journey into traditional pocket knives, these are the patterns and brands that set the standard.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Why these 10 knives are permanent
0:18 - : Imperial Cattle knife
1:20 - : Case Whittler
2:34 - : Taylor eye witness
3:44 - : Harrison Bros & Howson
4:55 - : Iroquois Cutlery Co
6:10 - : The New York Knife Co
7:40 - : Trevor Ablett Lambsfoot
9:10 - : Case 31 Torpedo Jack
10:24 - : Taylor Eye Witness Barlow
11:26 - : T.Ellin Vulcan Stag Lambsfoot
12:37 - What’s your "off the table" knife?
Subscribe for traditional pocket knives, Sheffield made knives, American-made knives, knife collecting, everyday carry, and honest knife showcases. http://www.youtube.com/@SlipjointSawyer
JOIN THE KNIFE COLLECTING COMMUNITY:
Slipjoint Sanitarium Knife Forum - https://discord.gg/sgdsWD87Pu
???? RELATED VIDEOS YOU'LL LOVE:
• https://youtu.be/6WEGfM9Fxd4
• https://youtu.be/sH46v95seIs
• https://youtu.be/MgFTh9JJSpM
• https://youtu.be/dajBlaWoOHU
???? WHERE TO BUY (Affiliate Links):
• Heinnie Haynes Affiliate link - https://tidd.ly/42wcqWF
• Moonraker Knives - https://www.moonrakerknives.co.uk/
• Brigantian Vintage Knives https://www.brigantian-vintage-pocketknives.co.uk/
• 10% Off at https://rosecraftblades.com/ with code Slippy10
• 10% off with code SLIPPY10 https://www.twistedassisted.co.uk/
• USA Traditional Pocket Knives - https://www.traditionalpocketknives.com/
• Rhoose Point Remedies, Outstanding wood restoration products! Affiliate link - https://rhoosepointremedies.com/product-category/wood-treatments/?wpam_id=15
• 10% off https://www.wubenlight.com/?ref=aofsfnod with code Slippy10 -
• 10% off https://www.viperade.com/ with code Slippy10 -
• 15% off https://shiresupply.com with code SlipjointSawyer15
???? BUSINESS ENQUIRIES:
Email - Slipjointsawyer@gmail.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/slipjointsawyer?igsh=aWttYWt0dGE0ZHA4
DISCLAIMER: Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to keep making honest reviews. I only recommend products I've personally tested and believe in.
© 2026 Slipjoint Sawyer. All rights reserved.