Roger Tulk
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This knife has been around the family for years, mostly sitting in sock drawers and other places where stuff ends up. It is my Dad's knife from the Second World War, which he carried with him as long as he was in uniform, which was until 1957. It was a bit rusted, so I soaked it overnight in Evaporust, and then rubbed it with 0000 steel wool. I think the grey metal look is correct, as you don't want your knife to give you away in the sunshine as a bright metal knife would. It bears the mark given to all British forces equipment, the broad arrow, and the date 1940. And for once I remembered to take a before picture.
I've sharpened it up, and will use it, but carefully, as I tend to lose pocket knives. Oh, the odd looking blade appears to be a can opener. I suspect it's more of a "can't open 'er," but I haven't tried it yet. It may also be good for removing stones from horses' hooves.
I've sharpened it up, and will use it, but carefully, as I tend to lose pocket knives. Oh, the odd looking blade appears to be a can opener. I suspect it's more of a "can't open 'er," but I haven't tried it yet. It may also be good for removing stones from horses' hooves.
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