J.h. Knapp Information

[Tylerjordan]

Hello pen historians,

 

I recently won an auction for my first dip pen -- a J.H. Knapp pen. Through the internet I've ascertained that J.H. Knapp is John H. Knapp from Manhattan, New York. According to this site* the year 1869 is associated with him. Through various other search results I've learned he made pencils as well and holds a number of pencil patents.

 

However, this is all very vague and I was wondering if anyone had any other information about the company or knew whether his dip pens are good quality.

 

Thanks.

 

 

 

 

 

*http://kamakurapen.com/Manhattan/ManhattanList.html

[betweenthelens]

Congratulations on your win. Looking forward to seeing it and thank you for providing the link to that helpful database.

[pen2paper]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1872-John-H-Knapp-Mechanical-Gold-Pencil-Original-Velvet-Lined-Box-Farber-Lead-/191231214248?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c8644c2a8

found this pencil. don't see in photo's how the seller arrived at their stated info. nayy.

were it me, I'd check the wayback machine for archived shots of Lion & Pen pen history discussions, as well as the gentlemen who have blogs dedicated to pencil history, and also writing instrument patents. edited add, check their web links. Lion & Pen wayback is on George's page.

 

Old trade journals, stationers, and jewelry via google books are a great resource. Pens/pencils of this era will be found among jewelry world objects. Read 50/100 year busineess celebration reports = lots of history, and look for advertisements. Look for business transitions, deals, moves, and deaths.

 

Also, check historic societies, museums, university, (which may hold family papers), in Knapp's locale. They may have a rundown on families, businesses, and photos.

http://www.google.com/patents/US286545

https://www.google.com/patents/US15660?dq=ininventor:"John+H.+Knapp"&hl=en&sa=X&ei=d8S2U_n5EdamyATijoC4Cg&ved=0CDoQ6AEwBA

https://www.google.com/patents/US271872?dq=ininventor:"John+H.+Knapp"&hl=en&sa=X&ei=d8S2U_n5EdamyATijoC4Cg&ved=0CEEQ6AEwBQ

 

links

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/208-reference-web-sites/page-2

Edited July 4, 2014 by pen2paper

[Tylerjordan]

Thanks for the suggestions; I'll start looking for old documents and death records!

[IHaveAPen]

Hello I also have a JH Knapp. Mine is a dip pen and the only info I've found on it is the same database you posted. Mine is a dip pen with a mother of pearl handle and a gold nib. It belonged to my grandmother I received it when she passed and don't know anything about it. So I was just curious if b you found anymore info on it. Like its rarity, value, people who collect these kinds of items. Thanks hope to hear from you and I hope you found the info you were looking for. I tried to attach a photo but was unable to. If you would like to see it please reply and I will send it.

Edited February 5, 2016 by IHaveAPen