Lot 21: Scott Summerville Folding Knife by Scott Summerville

Scott Summerville is one of the CLA’s premium knifemakers.  Scott specialize in folding knives and every year Scott donates a special knife to the CLF Fundraising Auction.  His work is comparable to the finest Sheffeild work from the early twentieth century with authentic 18th century style.  They are excellent users.  This year’s knife continues this CLA tradition.  

In Scott’s own words: “It is based on one that Colonial Williamsburg has in their collection with decorative raised ribs on the bolsters. I shortened it slightly to a more manageable size, 4 1/4 inches closed and 7 3/4 open. The bolsters and blade are made of 1095 steel.  Oil finished Kingswood was used for the scales. The blade shape is typical 18th century style with a spear point tip.”

If you are not familiar with Kingswood, it is one of the world’s ten heaviest woods. Louis XIV and Louis XV preferred this wood for their furniture. It has a nice grain with a slight purple tint and is quite rare today

Text by Heinz Ahlers