RUSSELL-GREEN RIVER
The Russell (Green River Works) Barlow Pocket Knife RU66 STAG is a rare and sought-after vintage collectible
The Russell (Green River Works) Barlow Pocket Knife RU66 STAG is a vintage, two-bladed pocket knife with a stag/antler handle. It features a plain-edge, Solingen steel blade with a manual opening mechanism, and a second, shorter blade. This type of knife is known for its classic Barlow design, which includes a large front bolster and a teardrop-shaped handle, making it a historically accurate reproduction for modern use.
Russell (Green River Works) Barlow Stag Pocket Knife RU66 ~ Vintage
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Russell (Green River Works) Barlow ~ Vintage
Product Details
The specific model number RU66 STAG is a key identifier for this particular knife, which is a version of the classic Barlow knife known for its durability and design. The stag handle is a premium feature.
- Manufacturer: J. Russell & Co. Green River Works
- Handle Material: Genuine stag antler.
- Blades: Typically features two blades, a clip point main blade and a smaller pen blade.
- Construction: Known for high-quality construction, with some models featuring stainless steel or carbon steel blades.
- Origin: While the Green River Works brand is historically American, specific Barlow pocket knife models like this one were produced in Solingen, Germany.
Historical context
- The Barlow design originated in England in the 1600s.
- John Russell popularized the Barlow in the United States in the 1800s.
- Russell Green River Works knives were historically used by explorers, trappers, and pioneers in the American West.
- Never used, carried or sharpened
- Original box
- Condition is near mint to mint
