Johnson western Sheffield pruner.
£280.00
The blade face is clearly stamped “FLAG [C.J. flag] KNIFE” trademark. The tang is stamped “[C.J. flag] JOHNSON WESTERN WORKS”. It’s length closed is 4 1/8 inches. Buffalo horn scales. Hawkbill blade, with integral bolsters and liners and a flat steel butt cap. Date: Given the absence of “Sheffield” in the tang stamping, c.1860s – 1870s is probable.
Condition: very good, the metal surfaces show staining but no pitting