Imperial REIGNED As The King of EDC!

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Ай бұрын

Everyday Carry (EDC) is a very popular topic these days. However, not long ago, during simpler times, everyone carried a simple pocket knife as part of their daily routine. Once knife company, Imperial Knives, was one of the largest knife makers in the country. Enjoy the travels down memory lane.

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@OzarksBoy417Knives Ай бұрын

You are correct Mr Tom, when I was a kid we always had our pocket knives (my first knife was a 34OT) and we carried them everywhere, even to school. I had never seen the car key knife, what a great idea. Thanks for this Imperial history lesson. God bless.

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, OB! I remember carrying a pocketknife to school and whittling on a stick during recess. Thanks for dropping by, my friend.

@peterfreidel7721 Ай бұрын

Any budget knife, is better than no knife! And some of these knives were carried by our dads, and uncles, which give them special meaning 😊 Thanks for this wonderful video, Tom😊

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Peter. And I agree wholeheartedly. Thanks for watching, my friend.

@RonaldNorwood-kn4bo Ай бұрын

Table top full of fantastic knives with great history! Well done.

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks, Ronald. It was a fun video to put together. I appreciate you watching, my friend.

@timwhite4584 Ай бұрын

Nice collection and great history lesson. 🇺🇸🇺🇸💪🏻💪🏻

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks, Tim. Glad you enjoyed the trip in the way back machine! I appreciate you watching, my friend.

@rwa123 Ай бұрын

A wonderful collection Tom. Those are all beauties. Excellent presentation. Thanks for sharing. Happy Sunday! Cheers, Dubya

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks for your kind words, Dubya! It's a real Delight to do these videos for you. I appreciate all your support, my friend.

@JoelPerri7777 Ай бұрын

My very first knife was the classic Barlow with the brown plastic clamshell handles back in the 80s. Then my dad, who was a school teacher, confiscated a cracked ice imperial fish knife, from a student threatening another student, and gave it to me. Loved both of those knives so much, those thin carbon steel blades were like scalpels. I didn’t get into collecting until a few years ago in the pandemic, started buying some rough Ryders which got me back into slipjoints, and when I started buying vintage stuff on eBay, I knew what my first 2 purchases would be…that Barlow and fish knife by imperial, just for the nostalgia of it. After all the vintage Queen, Kabar, camillus, Shrade, etc, I still find myself carrying one of the Rhode Island cutlery’s like imperial (hammer brand too)or colonial. I like changing out the handles, or I personally think they’re great knives to add custom bone handles too, without bolsters. You are correct, they were well made, and had great 1095 carbon steel, and most I own have really nice walk n talk action. They were the “rough Ryders” of their day. Really digging your videos. We collect ALot of the same knives, and it’s sure fun learning about their history from guys like you and Tobias and Rasputins castle. Lots of good info. Thanks for sharing!

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that wonderful story with us, Joel! Isn't it just Delightful to discover these old gems? I appreciate you dropping by, my friend.

@davidkurle5418 Ай бұрын

What a wonderful display!! Thanks for the look at all these together, buddy!

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, David! Glad you enjoyed it, my friend.

@Seppiedog Ай бұрын

Nice collection of Imperial knives, and a great history lesson. Thanks for sharing Tom, be safe.

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Seppiedog! Thanks for watching, my friend.

@BolsteredBlades Ай бұрын

Neat history for those. I never heard of the key knife. That duel Hammer knives are really cool. Nice locking hawkbill. Probably my favorite pattern. Thanks for sharing!! 😺⚔️👍🏻

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

The key knife is unique. I thought someone had just modified their knife, but it turns out they were made that way. thanks for watching, BB.

@jasonbeecher509 Ай бұрын

Fantastic imperial collection brother. I hope you have a wonderful evening

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

And I hope you have a Delightful Day, brother. Thanks for watching, Jason.

@davidwilliams1805 Ай бұрын

Just plain awesome Tom! Thanks for sharing this! Nice job!

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, David! Thanks for watching, my friend.

@singingtoad Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing about the interesting history of Imperial, excellent presentation and lesson. 😊👍 Take care my friend and Cheers!

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You are very welcome, ST! I appreciate your kind words. Keep charging, my friend.

@toddhatten354 Ай бұрын

Very informative video and a nice collection. Thank you for sharing.

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Todd! I appreciate you dropping by, my friend.

@peterfreidel7721 Ай бұрын

That was a cool video!😊

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Peter!

@Pocket_EDC Ай бұрын

Thank you for that information, Tom. Gives a new appreciation for the brand when you know more about it, and how significant it was. And, I miss those days. Take care.

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, PEDC! I sure enjoy learning the history behind the knives. Thanks for watching, my friend.

@MountainAjar Ай бұрын

Excellent

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, MA. Thanks for watching, my friend.

@dougwatkins5441 Ай бұрын

Brother this was a very interesting walk down memory lane .Thanks so much Tom

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Doug. Glad you enjoyed the video.

@AWCustomDesigns Ай бұрын

That was a great history lesson!

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks, AW! Glad you enjoyed it, my friend. I appreciate you dropping by.

@jeremyspaulding7735 Ай бұрын

Some very cool knives and history. Great video 👍

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks Jeremy. I always appreciate it when you stop by.

@jerseyknifeguy6382 Ай бұрын

They are very interesting knives Tom……. I appreciate you telling us about them……. I always learn something watching your channel and I thank you for that!!!!!! Stay well Tom😊

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Pete, I appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching, and for all that you do for the community. Keep charging, my friend.

@JoseyWhales-ii4dk Ай бұрын

Im a fan thank you for sharing brother 🇺🇸

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Josey. Glad you are enjoying the channel. Thanks for watching, my friend.

@JoseyWhales-ii4dk Ай бұрын

Sounds great 👍can't wait to start watching your vintage knife content thank you for sharing 🇺🇸

@rasputinscastle Ай бұрын

Great imperial review Tom. Awesome one of kind examples 😊 Stay dry my friend 😊

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Rasputin! I appreciate you stopping by my friend.

@tomritter493 Ай бұрын

Awsome knives tom grreat history

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks, Tom. I appreciate you stopping by. Keep charging, my friend.

@jeffjackson5331 Ай бұрын

Sweet collection and awesome history.

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Thanks, Jeff! Glad you enjoyed it, my friend.

@jeffjackson5331 Ай бұрын

@@knifedelights7473 you are very welcome my friend. Yeah i did

@howardkayecrabyman Ай бұрын

Tom its a shame that the 60s and 70s are behind us. I grew up in them and remember what it was to go into a hardware store and get a knife for under a dollar 😢. I think back of when life was simpler and better. GOD BLESS AMERICA 🇺🇸 🙏

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

I agree, Howard! I miss the more simple times. Thanks for watching, my friend.

@Zen_Ali_123 Ай бұрын

Dang ol key knife 😁👍

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

Pretty cool, isn't it Zen? Thanks for dropping by, my friend.

@mikeadams2538 Ай бұрын

Really enjoyed this background info. I have that exact same “trick knife” with the pearly handles. It belonged to my late father. I never had seen another one until your video. Can you give me any ideas on its age, and its potential value?

@knifedelights7473 Ай бұрын

It is probably from the 40's to 50's era, and I'm not sure what the value is. I paid around $15.00 for mine, but I've seen them listed for more on EBay. Thanks for watching, Mike.