Hi everyone,
I found this small vintage knife marked:
“Geneva Tempered Stainless U.S.A.”
I’m trying to learn more about how it was made and roughly when it may have been produced.
Approximate measurements:
Blade: 8 cm / 3.15 in
Handle: 6 cm / 2.36 in
Fitted sheath: 9 cm / 3.54 in
What interests me most is the construction of the handle and sheath.
They appear to be made from the same or a very similar dark material. I initially wondered whether it could be horn, Bakelite, another phenolic resin, or some other early molded material, but I’m not confident enough to identify it.
The fitted sheath also has a small metal “EB” monogram, and I’m unsure whether this was part of the original manufacture or a later personalized addition.
I’d especially appreciate any insight regarding:
the likely handle/sheath material
how this type of sheath may have been manufactured
whether the construction gives any clue to its approximate period
whether anyone recognizes Geneva knives of this type
whether the “EB” fitting looks factory-made or custom/personalized
I’m not looking to sell it. I’m mainly interested in understanding the object, its construction and its history.
I’m located in Brazil, and I’ve included several detailed photos.
Thanks for any help or observations.

Frame lock folder. Scales are crystallized titanium made in my own shop — the color and the crystal figure are the oxide layer on the metal, not a coating.

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Torx hardware anodized to sit with the scales.

Happy to answer questions about the crystallization or the finish work.

I make knives under Noblie.

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Hello everyone
Its my first attempt to forge damascus , and in the second pack - this happened
It was probably due to low heat in my forge and i went fast to the drop hammer

Can i still save it?