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    • Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle
    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle

    Antique William Beckett & Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle

    $29.99

    This is an antique carving knife manufactured by William Beckett & Co, cutlers of Sheffield, England. The piece exemplifies the quality and craftsmanship of 19th-century Victorian table cutlery.

    It features a long steel blade with decorative metal collar fittings (likely silver or silver plate) at the base, and a substantial stag horn handle finished with a decorative pommel cap. The blade bears the maker's mark and VR crown (Victoria Regina), confirming Victorian-era production.

    The blade shows authentic surface oxidation and patina consistent with age and use, while the handle and metal work are structurally sound.

    Details

    • Item: Carving knife
    • Manufacturer: William Beckett & Co, Cutlers, Sheffield, England
    • Marking: "WILLIAM BECKETT & Co / CUTLERS. SHEFFIELD" with VR crown mark (Victoria Regina) stamped on blade
    • Era: 19th century, Victorian period
    • Length: 16 inches
    • Blade: Steel, long and broad for carving; tapered to point
    • Handle Material: Stag horn (natural bone/antler)
    • Metal Fittings: Decorative metal collar rings and pommel cap (likely silver or silver plate)
    • Style: Victorian-era table cutlery; ornate and substantial
    • Condition Notes: Surface oxidation on blade (patina); handle and fittings intact; fully functional

    Condition Grade: Good

    Positives

    • Handle intact and structurally sound — no cracks, splits, or significant damage
    • Metal collar fittings secure and well-preserved
    • Decorative pommel cap complete and functional
    • Blade intact with no breaks or major dents
    • Marking clear and legible: "WILLIAM BECKETT & Co / CUTLERS. SHEFFIELD" with VR crown
    • Authentic Victorian-era Sheffield cutlery piece
    • Fully functional carving knife

    Issues / Wear

    • Surface oxidation visible on blade (patina consistent with age; not rust damage)
    • Normal wear and storage marks on handle consistent with 19th-century use
    • Light toning on metal fittings
    • No original sheath or packaging

    Collector's Notes

    William Beckett & Co was an established Sheffield cutlery manufacturer during the Victorian and Edwardian periods. This carving knife represents the quality and design sensibility of 19th-century English table cutlery production. The VR crown mark confirms Victorian-era manufacture.

    The stag horn handle and hand-forged blade characteristics are hallmarks of quality cutlery from this era.

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    Please Note:
    These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.

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    Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.

    Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.

    With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.

    Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.

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