Patch buying Knife

Patch knife, straight razor blade (BLADE 3-1/2", TOTAL LENGTH 7") The blade was made byrecycling a straight razor, the hilt is walnut with a piece of antler for a bolster. The scabbard is rough side out cowhide laced with leather lacing. The knife was used by "Flintlock" shooters prior to buying the Civil War, when patches were cut on the go.