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History Of: Remington
Bullet Knives
The Remington Bullet Knife has been part of the American knife world for more than a century, and its history starts with Remington’s short but productive time in cutlery. Remington began making pocketknives in 1919 at its Bridgeport, Connecticut, plant. The company invested heavily in the operation, building a large facility, hiring hundreds of workers, and releasing one of the most ambitious knife catalogs of the era. By the mid-1920s, Remington was producing millions of knives per year and offering patterns for farmers, hunters, tradesmen...
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T.C. Barnette is a dynamic media personality and the esteemed spokesperson for SMKW (Smoky Mountain Knife Works), where his passion for knives intersects with his captivating on-screen presence. With a magnetic charisma and deep expertise in cutlery, T.C. has become a beloved figure in the knife community.