This firm is first listed in the New York City Directory in 1843 as “Leon Meyer & Co., 11 Platt Street. Importers of cutlery and hardware.” In 1848, they were at 91 William, and in 1849 they are Theodore A. Meyer at 91 William. This company manufactured “Bowie” type knives, among other kinds of cutlery.
c 1843-1848