Wat kind of leather knife is this?

[DieselTech]

Guys & gals does this leather knife has a special name &/or model? 

I really think this style of leather knife would be beneficial to me & would like to acquire 1.

Or is this like a 1 off custom leather knife that's going to cost me a weeks worth of wages. Lol

Any & all help will be appreciated. 

Thanks.

[fredk]

Its a 'Birds Head' knife

[DieselTech]

33 minutes ago, fredk said:

Its a 'Birds Head' knife

Lmao I thought it looked like the bird off of Snoopy!!!

Any recommendations on what brand to buy or research? 

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[fredk]

What is your budget?

George Barnsley; £23 to £40

btw, some ppl call this a half round knife but that is a different shape

 

[zuludog]

It is a head knife, so called as the side view looks like a bird's head.

Watch YouTube videos by JH Leather, she uses one for most of her work

www.georgebarnsleyandsons.co.uk usually have one, but don't appear to at the moment. In fact they seem to be reorganising their range of knives as it looks like they are selling off a lot of old stock at reduced prices

Osborne also offer a head knife, but you'll have to do your own Search

Generally, although these knives are not very cheap they are reasonably priced for the quality you get. They are an alternative to the more common round knife, which has two points, as they are usually cheaper, and the single point makes them easier to use.

Typical price for them is about £40, say $45 

 

Edited December 24, 2023 by zuludog

[zuludog]

I see you live in the USA, so I thought you might be interested in this. I think it's more expensive than those from Barnsley or Osborne, but I know that RMLS is a reputable supplier

Rocky Mountain - Half Round/Head Knife - Sharp! (rmleathersupply.com)

You might also consider a Japanese Leather Knife, I use one for straight cuts and skiving. They are easy to sharpen, and as with most leather tools prices range from cheap to expensive. If you're not familiar with it, Search YouTube

Edited December 24, 2023 by zuludog

[TomE]

My favorite head knife is a Dozier #9.  Just the right size for my hand and handy for skiving.  D2 steel holds an edge.  I'm not sure if Dozier is currently making leather knives.  I found a used #9.

[DieselTech]

4 hours ago, fredk said:

What is your budget?

George Barnsley; £23 to £40

btw, some ppl call this a half round knife but that is a different shape

 

 

42 minutes ago, zuludog said:

It is a head knife, so called as the side view looks like a bird's head.

Watch YouTube videos by JH Leather, she uses one for most of her work

www.georgebarnsleyandsons.co.uk usually have one, but don't appear to at the moment. In fact they seem to be reorganising their range of knives as it looks like they are selling off a lot of old stock at reduced prices

Osborne also offer a head knife, but you'll have to do your own Search

Generally, although these knives are not very cheap they are reasonably priced for the quality you get. They are an alternative to the more common round knife, which has two points, as they are usually cheaper, and the single point makes them easier to use.

Typical price for them is about £40, say $45 

 

Thanks everyone, ya J.H. leather is where I robbed the picture from. With it being in the UK is why I never could find it for sale. 

I sure hope I can get 1. I ordered a knife just like the rocky mountain knife. But I really hope to get a Barnsley knife. 

[DieselTech]

29 minutes ago, TomE said:

My favorite head knife is a Dozier #9.  Just the right size for my hand and handy for skiving.  D2 steel holds an edge.  I'm not sure if Dozier is currently making leather knives.  I found a used #9.

Yeah TomE I know Dozier knives are Nice & I'll have to see if I can find 1 for sale. It's the closest thing I've seen to a Barnsley knife. 

I'm sure that's a $300 knife, but good knives, cost good money. 

Lol I might just buy a small head knife & cut 1 side of the head knife off. Or I could make 1 from scratch.

Thanks again. 

[TomE]

Rock Solid Knives might make a head knife for you. I hear good things about his knives.