John Nowill Green River Knife

So pleased HH let me know the knife was back in stock. Wanted one for years. A well msde litttle bit of Sheffield history at a bargain price. The sheath fits tight but doesn't seem practical to use as a neck or belt knife. Not a problem, as I had another sheath that was infinitely more suitable.

Surprisingly well put together and polished for a cheap bit of kit from Sheffield, steal for the price.

Superbly made example of this classsic knife complete with quality leather sheath. Great price.

Finally got one - in stock. Arrived 23 hrs. After ordering - aren't Royal mail getting good?! Why do J. Nowill knives have J. Adams on them? I'm amazed that a knife like this can be made in the UK for under £20 - inc. a period scabbard. The blade is the same thickness as my Mora Hunter & about 20mm. longer. The handle is a bit small & I rounded off the top part to make it a more comfortable shape. The knife is probably THE Original Bush/Woodcraft knife but if I was going to use it for that I would make a Finger guard for it out of some slotted Aluminium for safety. A really good knife at a low price that's different from most. The only odd thing is that it's one-sided. The filework & the swedge are only on the side that you see in the photo. The obverse is plain & featureless - or is that only mine?

Not a blade for those that aren't willing to acknowledge it for what it is and modify it a little to get the most from it. It's not a bushcraft knife and won't stand up to batoning. It's a thin blade and does the tasks it was designed for very well. Sharpens up nicely and keeps a good edge. The blade is carbon steel so needs looking after or will rust. The handle is basic but with a little reshaping works fine. The sheath is historically accurate which I like, some leather cord put through the belt loops makes it wearable on the belt Scandinavian style. Mine gets ten times more use than I thought it would and wouldn't like to be without one.

Following my earlier review, i think a revised review is needed. Took this out today, and TWO issues became apparent. (1) sheath is very tight thereby making the attachment to a belt nigh impossible & (2) the handle scales a little oversized. The scales ? not an issue, but the sheath i'm hoping will ease otherwise i will take to using this tucked in my waistband. So sadly 4 stars is the best i can do..But still recommended ...!

Well what can i say!! ordered on the 15th late afternoon, arrived A.M on the 16th. As for the knife itself very nice, well put together & nicely finished. I'd been looking at getting one of these for a long time. To be honest not that sharp on inspection, but easily remedied. A worthy replacement for my m/companion. RECOMMENDED !!!!!

my father who was a mechant seaman recommended this to me for my fishing when i was 14, i have owned it for 52 years and it has done simply everything and takes its place in my workshop for incidentals

Every serious bushcrafter needs to buy one of these. It's where it all began in mass produced out door knives. This knife was first made around the late 1830's, and has been in constant production and use since then. 170 years of wilderness use probably makes it the most tested field knife Hiennie sells. Purchased mine 2 years ago, and it sees action at least twice a week, mainly in food prep. Also haveused it to prep game,kindling,tent pegs and bow drill sets. Handle scales came over size and a little square. 15 minutes with a file and sandpaper cured that. Sheath is period correct for a late 1800's Sheffield model. I carry it neck knife style. It's not tacticool or in your face. Members of the puplic are not terrified when they see me cutting up bacon rolls with it on campsites. A big plus I think. Superb value for money, as I think all Sheffield knives are. Get one.