A collection of eight various American stainless steel and Sterling Silver knives in various sizes. One handle is adorned with engraved foliage and floral patterns on the front and on the backside. Marked with hallmarks, S. Kirk and Sons, The Stief Co, Stainless Steel, Sterling Handle marks. Samuel Kirk was an American silversmith, active in Baltimore, Maryland, and best known for his introduction of repousse to the United States. He engaged in various partnerships with his sons under the names of S. Kirk and Son and S. Kirk and Sons. The Stieff Company, Silversmiths, Goldsmiths and Pewterers, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is also known as Kirk Stieff after 1979. Vintage and Modern American Sterling Silver Tea Spoons, Table Wares and Collectibles.