The George Woodhead firm was in operation under his name alone from 1849 to 1875 at 36 Howard Street in Sheffield, before later becoming known as George Woodhead & Sons. Like most Sheffield knife maker's, Woodhead's largest market would have been in the United States, especially during the Civil War and westward expansion. It measures 11 5/8 inches overall with a 7 3/8 inch clip point blade marked "G. WOODHEAD/36 HOWARD STREET/SHEFFIELD" on the left ricasso. The elliptical guard is German silver. The coffin shaped grip has a cast silver lion "dormant" pommel and smooth pearl grip scales with a blank German silver escutcheon on the left. The included sheath is of dark brown leather with faint gilt floral motifs and German silver fittings.

Very good, the blade mostly a bright grey patina with scattered light pitting throughout, moderate wear from use, and clear markings. The German silver is lightly aged and bright. The grips are fine with a minor crack in the right panel. The sheath is good with moderate wear and a partially separated seam. An attractive knife from one of Sheffield's most desirable makers!