John Bailey (cutler)

John Bailey was a cutler operating in Sheffield, England, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He is primarily known for producing high-quality knives, particularly table cutlery and pocket knives. His work is often identified by his maker's mark, typically "J. BAILEY" stamped onto the blade or tang of the knife. Surviving examples of his cutlery are sought after by collectors of antique Sheffield steel. While the exact dates of his birth and death are not definitively known, records indicate his active period of production was roughly between 1780 and 1820. Detailed biographical information beyond his occupation and location is scarce.