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Item Description
Up for sale is a highly collectible, authentic antique George Wostenholm & Son I*XL Horseman’s Multi-Tool Pocket Knife. Crafted in Sheffield, England, during the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890s–1900s), this premium equestrian slipjoint is a beautiful piece of cutlery history. It features deep, richly colored genuine stag antler scales and comes complete with its original attached pocket security chain.
Wostenholm is legendary for producing some of the finest cutlery out of Sheffield, and this multi-tool configuration—built for coachmen and horsemen—is a particularly desirable pattern among antique knife enthusiasts.
Tool & Blade Configuration
• Large Spear-Point Main Blade: Features the iconic, deeply stamped "I*XL" logo on the face, with crisp "George Wostenholm Sheffield England" tang stamps.
• Small Pen Blade: Secondary utility blade with matching manufacturer tang stamps.
• Equestrian Hoof Pick: Long, curved steel pick designed for cleaning horse hooves.
• Leather Awl / Punch: Sharp triangular spike for piercing tack, leather gear, or wood.
• Corkscrew: Classic helical worm for opening bottles.
• Bail & Fob Chain: Heavy-duty steel pocket chain anchored securely to the bottom lanyard loop.
Precise Measurements
• Closed Length: 3.75 inches (approx. 9.5 cm) — excluding top bolster/bail
• Main Blade Length: 2.75 inches (approx. 7 cm)
• Secondary Blade Length: 1.75 inches (approx. 4.4 cm)
• Hoof Pick Length: 3.5 inches (approx. 8.9 cm)
Condition Report
This knife is in excellent antique condition for its age and has been very well preserved.
• Handles: The genuine stag horn scales are exceptional, showing beautiful deep amber and dark brown character. There are no cracks, chips, or shrinkage gaps around the pins or bolsters.
• Steel/Blades: The carbon steel blades show an attractive vintage patina with light surface scratching and minor age peppering. They are completely free of heavy pitting, active rust, or destructive grinder marks. The factory tang stamps and "I*XL" markings remain incredibly sharp and legible.
• Mechanics: Solid construction. The brass liners and steel backsprings are straight and tight without structural gapping. [Note to seller: You may want to add a brief sentence here regarding the "snap" or walk-and-talk of the blades when opening/closing].
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the condition details for yourself. What you see is exactly what you will receive.
Shipping & Handling
• Shipped securely in a sturdy box with ample padding to protect the stag scales.
• Tracking information provided immediately upon shipment.
• International Buyers: Please check your local customs laws regarding the importation of antique pocket knives before offerding.
