C. Risner Cutlery "Indian Head" Trademark
The first documented use of the “Indian Head” trademark was in March of 1974, under the Buck Creek brand knives by Millard Burns of Burns & Company of London, Kentucky. Mr. Burns imported the knives from Solingen, Germany.
My grandfather was Clarence Risner, founder of C. Risner Cutlery and former President of the National Knife Collectors Association (NKCA). Beginning in 1978, Mr. Risner and Mr. Burns became good friends. Mr. Risner began freelancing “Buck Creek” knives and “Indian Head” knives at knife shows.
In December of 1986, Mr. Risner purchased the “Indian Head” trademark and began producing knives with the circular Indian Head 1902 shield and “C. Risner Indian Head” trademark stamped into the blade tangs.
For years, I have wanted to bring back the “C. Risner Indian Head” knife. I am truly honored to work with Bill Howard, founder of Great Eastern Cutlery to produce the first ever USA made “Indian Head” knife.
-Austin Jackson, Grandson of Clarence Risner and Owner of C. Risner Cutlery
Blades: 2.
Closed Length: 3.875".
Open Length: 8.60".
Width: .40".
Handle Material: Smooth Red Camel Bone.
Blade Styles: Clip Point, Pen.
Blade Material: 1095 High Carbon Steel.
Blade Lengths: 2.75", 2.00".
Blade Edge: 2.50", 1.75".
Blade Finish: Polished, Polished.
Pulls: Long Pull, Nailnick.
Pull Strength: 7/10, 7/10.
Half Stop: Yes, Yes.
Bolster Material: Nickel Silver.
Liner Material: Brass.
Pinning Material: Brass.
Backsprings: 1.
Weight: 2.40 oz.
Shield Material: Nickel Silver.
Made In: Titusville, PA.
Release Date: September, 2024.