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World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

Sep 21, 2023
World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

Radcliff, Kentucky, United States--A giant pocket knife built by Modern Welding in Elizabethtown, KY, and detailed by Ward Frahler of Glenn’s Auto Body shop in Vine Grove, KY., sits in front of the Kentucky Museum of American Pocketknives in Radcliff, Kentucky; it weighs 6200 pounds, has a 20ft handle and a 17.5 foot blade, setting the world record for the World's Largest Pocket Knife, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

"One of the world's largest pocketknives sits in front of the Kentucky Museum of American Pocketknives. It weighs 6200 pounds, has a 20ft handle and a 17.5 foot blade," the Radcliff Tourism says.
 
"A historical display of W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery items. Knives, displays, documents, pictures and more are showcased in the museum."

World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

"Completed in Autumn of 2019, the World’s Largest Pocketknife weighs in at over 6,200 lbs of American steel, with a handle over 20 ft long and a blade that is over 17ft long," the Red Hill Cutlery says.


"The knife was built by Modern Welding in Elizabethtown, KY, and was detailed by Ward Frahler of Glenn’s Auto Body shop in Vine Grove, KY. The knife is made to replicate a Case XX® Genuine Stag Barlow pattern and sits upon a reinforced steel and concrete bricked wall structure.


"Red Hill Cutlery is a family owned and operated business, formed as an addition to Basham Lumber Company Inc. in 2004 by owners Lonnie and Kim Basham. Basham Lumber is a third generation family business founded in 1963 by Lonnie’s parents. Red Hill Cutlery features the largest knife showroom in Kentucky, and is one of the largest in the United States. In 2018, Radcliff was named the Knife Capital of Kentucky. Red Hill Cutlery is also home to the Kentucky Museum of American Pocketknives which displays over 100 years of knife history."

World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

"You can tell from the photo above that this is a gigantic sign and statue, and believe it or not, it's actually realistic! Made with over 6,200 lbs. of American Steel, the blade is over 17.5 ft. long!" the Only In Your State says.


"This massive Case XX Barlow was dedicated in 2019, thanks to Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism and WR Case & Sons Cutlery, as well as the Basham family of Red Hill Cutlery. Radcliff is called the Knife Capital of Kentucky, so it's not surprising that this one-stop-shop is located within the city limits.


"Red Hill Cutlery is already a well-known spot for those looking for cutlery and pocket knives, but it’s also a unique roadside attraction in Kentucky that is worthy of a stop if you’re in the area. Have you taken a photo by the world’s largest pocket knife? Tell us about it and share your photo with us in the comments!"

World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

"A pocketknife is a knife with one or more blades that fold into the handle. They are also known as jackknives (jack-knife), folding knives, EDC knife, or may be referred to as a penknife, though a penknife may also be a specific kind of pocketknife. Blade lengths typically range from 5 to 15 centimetres (2 to 6 in). Some pocketknives have multiple tools in addition to one or more blades.

"Pocketknives can be used for most of the same purposes as any knife, with the advantage of folding to be carried easily with the blade not dangerously exposed. Being safely portable, many pocketknives are suitable for use with other tools and equipment for woodcraft and bushcraft.

"Specialised designs are used for mushroom hunting and gardening. Pocketknives designed for gardening include pruning knives, which are folding knives with long curved blades used for pruning, trimming cuttings, taking buds and preparing material for grafting." (
Wikipedia)

World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

"Located in Radcliff, Kentucky, the Knife Capitol of Kentucky, is Redhill Cutlery. They have a ton of different types of knives in store and they also are home to the Kentucky Museum of American Pocket Knives. On top of all of the things they have to offer inside, probably the most notable thing there is featured outside, and it will surely catch your eye," the WKDQ says.


"The World's Largest Pocket Knife sits right beside Red Hill Cutlery and has officially been recognized by Guinness World Records.


"If you want to take a trip to see the world's largest pocket knife for yourself, you can find it at Red Hill Cutlery, 92 Bourbon Trace Radcliff, KY 40160."

World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

"Guinness World Records approved a 34-foot, 6-inch folding knife made in Kentucky as the world’s biggest pocket knife. Guinness confirmed the weapon, which was put outside Red Hill Cutlery in Radcliff, the site of the Kentucky Museum of American Pocket Knives, as the world’s largest pocket knife," the BOL News says.



"According to Jason Basham, co-owner of Red Hill Cutlery, the goal is for the world’s largest pocket knife to serve as a tourist attraction for the museum and the town. According to Red Hill Cutlery, the blade alone weighs over 1,500 pounds."

World's Largest Pocket Knife: world record in Radcliff, Kentucky

"Radcliff recently was designated as the Knife Capital of Kentucky, thanks to Red Hill Cutlery and its Kentucky Museum of American Pocketknives. Established in 2004, the family business quickly became the state’s largest cutlery dealer, with much of its success fueled by internet sales. The museum consists mostly of the owner’s massive personal collection of pocketknives and knife boxes," the City of Radcliff says.


"With its mild climate and four distinct seasons, Radcliff is home to people from around the world because of its strong connection to neighboring Fort Knox, the U.S. Army base where a large portion of the country’s official gold reserves are stored.


"Radcliff’s population is 22,756, making it the second most populated city in Hardin County, which is the sixth most populated county in Kentucky. U.S. 31W runs through the east side of Radcliff, leading north 34 miles to Louisville and south 11 miles to the county seat of Elizabethtown."

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