I miss my baby :cry: :cry:
You just better give me first dibs when the bayliffs are being called :DI miss my baby :cry: :cry:
It's MY baby now! >:D MMMMMMMMMWWWWAAAHAHAHAHA! :D
You just better give me first dibs when the bayliffs are being called :DI miss my baby :cry: :cry:
It's MY baby now! >:D MMMMMMMMMWWWWAAAHAHAHAHA! :D
Have you chopped anything with it yet ???
Scarying maidens is fun don't get me wrong :D, but chopping into something is way more fun >:DYou just better give me first dibs when the bayliffs are being called :DI miss my baby :cry: :cry:
It's MY baby now! >:D MMMMMMMMMWWWWAAAHAHAHAHA! :D
Have you chopped anything with it yet ???
I have only used it once for chopping, but I scare the wife with it on a daily basis. :D
Nice collection, Ben! Is that a Cold Steel Master Hunter? Whatever that is I love the lines of that knife. Simplistic beauty. :tu:
well,i gotta take pics of my other ones but heres the favourite one again :D
(http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o212/Perkele_13/postii5huippuu.jpg)
its the new sebenza realman :D
yep,the factory edge aint the best there is,it holds it edge well but thats about it,ive been making new angles too.
BUT i have NOTHIN to complain about the knife,nope,nada,comprende.
:salute:
Great pics BTW WD. :tu:
Great pics BTW WD. :tu:
thanks boss (you made me do it), later I put the bigger blades :P
yep,the factory edge aint the best there is,it holds it edge well but thats about it,ive been making new angles too.
BUT i have NOTHIN to complain about the knife,nope,nada,comprende.
:salute:
Not even the fact that it is the "Anatomy of hype"? :D
yep,the factory edge aint the best there is,it holds it edge well but thats about it,ive been making new angles too.
BUT i have NOTHIN to complain about the knife,nope,nada,comprende.
:salute:
Not even the fact that it is the "Anatomy of hype"? :D
:think: :think:
btw SporK who made those sheaths with firesteel? I'd love one for my mora.He make's his own :)
btw SporK who made those sheaths with firesteel? I'd love one for my mora.He make's his own :)
He's a bit of a clever sod like that :)
btw SporK who made those sheaths with firesteel? I'd love one for my mora.He make's his own :)
He's a bit of a clever sod like that :)
Damn, you guys got a lot of cool stuff. I'm not even gona bother with mine after seeing them. :-[
Damn, you guys got a lot of cool stuff. I'm not even gona bother with mine after seeing them. :-[
Oh go on. :pok:
RD7
(http://i36.tinypic.com/65sy3a.jpg)
...OK, maybe a few more than that...
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=11158;image)
My home made fixed blade knife made from a grid member. My friend made this when Rambo (First Blood)movie was a hit.Is your rambo knife full tang?
(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/EDC/S6304207a.jpg)
Mikko loves that folder.So does Mike :drool:
Mikko loves that folder.So does Mike :drool:
But then I've not really met a well made Kuk that I didn't like :)Mikko loves that folder.So does Mike :drool:
Well TBH so does Ben. :D
He moved to Silay City a few years ago Donald. I will try to contact him and will ask if he can make us one kukri each.Yes eddie I have been drooling :drool: for that folder for sometime now. There are 2 models the Rajah I and the Rajah II, the picture you posted is the Rajah II its cheaper than the Rajah I significantly. The difference is that the Rajah I have metal parts on the handle which I think makes it stronger than the Rajah II.
BTW have you seen a folding kukri? When Gene and I were at the Survival and Outdoor Equipment (SOE) store few months ago we saw their folding kukri. It was beautiful but we don't have a budget for that at that time. Our budget then was for Fenix lights.
Folding Kukri
(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/EDC/Kukri.jpg)
(http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h314/RoadieRyan/Littleun.jpg)
Is that a handmade one? Looks nice.
Nice collection Ryan mate :)
I seem to recognise half of them :D
Nice pics with a great selection there mate. :)
(http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h314/RoadieRyan/Becker.jpg)
(http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h314/RoadieRyan/F1Neu.jpg)
(http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h314/RoadieRyan/Littleun.jpg)
(http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h314/RoadieRyan/Handmade.jpg)
I know this is probably a dumb question but what are the plastic and metal things in that picture?
A native knife:Beautiful just beautiful :tu: the handles are like in the coldsteel bushman, guess I can make a spear with that. Thanks Gene :D
(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC00779.jpg)
(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC00778.jpg)
(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC00777.jpg)
Popped this over here Teofilo. :)
Popped this over here Teofilo. :)
If there's only a way to send it there, Ben.... :think:
I like the lines of that top one. :)
I like the lines of that top one. :)
Thx. It is a really good bushcraft oriented knife, perfect for outdoors. I'm waiting to get a new leather sheath with a ferro rod loop and this baby will see more use. Other knives I've considered for future purchase are Fallkniven F1 and RAT Cutlery R-3.
Ahh, right!! Thanks Ben! :tu:Popped this over here Teofilo. :)
If there's only a way to send it there, Ben.... :think:
???
I was just saying how I had moved your posts into this thread. :)
I just picked up this beauty at Plaza Cutlery in Costa Mesa, CA:Very, very nice blade mate :drool:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems114.jpg)
CRK Shadow III (Sorry Ben! :D)
I just picked up this beauty at Plaza Cutlery in Costa Mesa, CA:Very, very nice blade mate :drool:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems114.jpg)
CRK Shadow III (Sorry Ben! :D)
I just picked up this beauty at Plaza Cutlery in Costa Mesa, CA:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems114.jpg)
CRK Shadow III (Sorry Ben! :D)
I just picked up this beauty at Plaza Cutlery in Costa Mesa, CA:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems114.jpg)
CRK Shadow III (Sorry Ben! :D)
Of all the CRK knives I've seen (Sebenzas included), the Shadow III is the one I want. I really like the sheath..Is it comfortable to carry?
I just picked up this beauty at Plaza Cutlery in Costa Mesa, CA:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems114.jpg)
CRK Shadow III (Sorry Ben! :D)
I just got this in a trade:That is nice :drool:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems208.jpg)
Here is a little info on it:
http://www.chrisreeve.com/professionalsoldier.htm
This might be the best small/medium fixed blade on the market for the $$$. :tu: I love this knife!! :D
That would be criminal!! :oYeah but that handle's not going to be too comfy after extended use, let alone in the heat/cold :-\
CR knives are fine as they are. :angel:
I just got this in a trade:That is nice :drool:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems208.jpg)
Here is a little info on it:
http://www.chrisreeve.com/professionalsoldier.htm
This might be the best small/medium fixed blade on the market for the $$$. :tu: I love this knife!! :D
Are you going to parawrap the handle though ???
That would be criminal!! :oYeah but that handle's not going to be too comfy after extended use, let alone in the heat/cold :-\
CR knives are fine as they are. :angel:
That would be criminal!! :oYeah but that handle's not going to be too comfy after extended use, let alone in the heat/cold :-\
CR knives are fine as they are. :angel:
Thank you :DThat would be criminal!! :oYeah but that handle's not going to be too comfy after extended use, let alone in the heat/cold :-\
CR knives are fine as they are. :angel:
Good point! :tu:
Nope, just have tougher hands than you. :DErm, who works in the great outdoor's and who is it who works in a nice heated building again :think: :P
The ergonomics look nice. I certainly wouldn't add a cord wrap.
Nope, just have tougher hands than you. :DErm, who works in the great outdoor's and who is it who works in a nice heated building again :think: :P
The ergonomics look nice. I certainly wouldn't add a cord wrap.
Touche mon ami :DNope, just have tougher hands than you. :DErm, who works in the great outdoor's and who is it who works in a nice heated building again :think: :P
The ergonomics look nice. I certainly wouldn't add a cord wrap.
Erm, who USED to work indoors until a few months ago and who used to repair pretty much everything out in all weathers again? :pok: :pok:
:D :D
:D :DSo you've never really strayed too far from the gutter then :D
I generally fixed useless junk getting sprayed by waste water.
Was a lovely job that! :D
Thank you :DThat would be criminal!! :oYeah but that handle's not going to be too comfy after extended use, let alone in the heat/cold :-\
CR knives are fine as they are. :angel:
Good point! :tu:
Ignore Ben he's an armchair bushcrafter :D
Funny coz it's true :DThank you :DThat would be criminal!! :oYeah but that handle's not going to be too comfy after extended use, let alone in the heat/cold :-\
CR knives are fine as they are. :angel:
Good point! :tu:
Ignore Ben he's an armchair bushcrafter :D
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/Smilies/sSig_heeheehee.gif)
:D :DSo you've never really strayed too far from the gutter then :D
I generally fixed useless junk getting sprayed by waste water.
Was a lovely job that! :D
I'm going to cord wrap it so I bushcraft in the tub! (http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/Smilies/sSig_heeheehee.gif)At least someone listens to me :D
I'm going to cord wrap it so I bushcraft in the tub! (http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/Smilies/sSig_heeheehee.gif)At least someone listens to me :D
Might want to put a lump of cork on it, in case you drop it in the bath and end up a Miss Gadgetless :D
OK I claim dibs on the CR now should he ever decide to trade it!!
Nice line up mate, especially you home made jobbies :tu:
Mind you, you'll find a few Gronnie fans on here :)
Hmmm, I'm not sure on that sheath either. :-\
Like the blade though. :tu:
I finally received my Rat Cutlery Izula. I love this knife, but I don't know if I'm sold on the plastic sheath. :think: I opted for the survival kit option but I'll have to figure out how to use it. :D
Here are the pix:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems283.jpg)
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems284-1.jpg)
http://www.ratcutlery.com/neck_knife.htm
Nice GG, so he put a scandy type grind on the front part of the blade???
I just got my Tom Brown Tops Tracker back from knifemaker "Tom Krein". He is famous for his blade regrinds. I asked him to regrind my Tracker for me and this is what he did:Much, much better :tu:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems394.jpg)
Pictures simply don't do this knife justice. This knife is now a real cutter and amazingly sharp! :tu: He also does amazing Spyderco regrinds....
I wonder if he'd be able to re-grind an Emerson so that it isn't a chisel grind.Wouldn't be an Emerson then :-\
I wonder if he'd be able to re-grind an Emerson so that it isn't a chisel grind.Wouldn't be an Emerson then :-\
But it'll be a better emerson instead.I wonder if he'd be able to re-grind an Emerson so that it isn't a chisel grind.Wouldn't be an Emerson then :-\
Exactly! :D
...Where on Earth do you keep them all?
...Where on Earth do you keep them all?
You have to be careful where you sit down in my house... :ahhh :D
...Where on Earth do you keep them all?
You have to be careful where you sit down in my house... :ahhh :D
LOL, most people just find small change down the back of the sofa. :D
Are you glad you went with the 7"? That still looks like a great camp knife to me. :tu:
I just got my Tom Brown Tops Tracker back from knifemaker "Tom Krein". He is famous for his blade regrinds. I asked him to regrind my Tracker for me and this is what he did:
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems394.jpg)
Pictures simply don't do this knife justice. This knife is now a real cutter and amazingly sharp! :tu: He also does amazing Spyderco regrinds....
You really ought to give Kukri's a go :)
After 5 minutes you'll see what the fuss is about :tu:
I like the look of those. They look like they can withstand a lot of abuse.
Where do you get your "strike anywhere" matches Spork?
I think that patina is older than Benner...I've had that knife since about 1976 :DGood year that :tu:
That Shiv is pukka :tu:
No, coz it's a mean killy, killy knife :DThat Shiv is pukka :tu:
Cos it has orange handles 8)
It's a Ninja-Bushcraft knife :PThat's what I used to say about my old ER Shrapnel :D
Didn't Herters get into hot water for nicking the Grohmann design ???
I know they were the US importers originally, but did they make the No1 under liecence or something ???
I stand humble re-educated :tu:Didn't Herters get into hot water for nicking the Grohmann design ???
I know they were the US importers originally, but did they make the No1 under liecence or something ???
Dunno...I don't think R. Murphy would still be making them today if it were so. - R. Murphy knives (http://www.rmurphyknives.com/)
While they resemble Grohmanns, there are differences in detail.
I just rebuilt this AFSK sheath this morning...it was a factory second with bad rivets and stitching. I added a FIresteel loop in the process.Stop taunting me with those :twak: :twak:
(http://img84.echo.cx/img84/8427/tongue00154kq.gif) :D:cry: :cry: :D
Don't take it personal Mike. He taunts us all ;)Doesn't ease the pain though does it :cry: :D
Neil
Great thread! You guys have excellent taste in blades. I finally had a chance to snap some pictures of my "Outdoor" fixed blades. Sorry about the terrible lighting :ahhh
Standard Mora 711 in Carbon Steel -
(http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee262/GMArthur/fixed/mora_711.jpg)
Benchmade Fixed Grip in 154CM Steel -
(http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee262/GMArthur/fixed/Benchmade_fixedgrip.jpg)
Chris Reeve Shadow 3 in A2 Steel -
(http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee262/GMArthur/fixed/CRK_shadow3.jpg)
Echols 3 Finger Skinner in 1095 Steel -
(http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee262/GMArthur/fixed/Echols_3fingerskinner.jpg)
Koster Bushcraft in CPM3V Steel (JRE Sheath & GoingGear Ferro Rod)-
(http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee262/GMArthur/fixed/Koster_bushcraft.jpg)
And a shot of them in their sheaths -
(http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee262/GMArthur/fixed/Insheaths.jpg)
That fixed Grip is a nice looking knife. How well do you rate it?
Do those Koster knives come in carbon steel? Every time I see one in a thread it catches my eye..especially that cool sheath.
Nice score Neill (http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/8399/thumbsup4kk.gif)
How about a photo of the knife without it's pants? :pok:
You'll have to make Benner wear a drool bib before you let him handle it at the Meet... :D
You'll have to make Benner wear a drool bib before you let him handle it at the Meet... :D
I was planning on using it as a distraction to stop him making a gooey mess over my silver SAKs :D
Neil
You'll have to make Benner wear a drool bib before you let him handle it at the Meet... :D
I was planning on using it as a distraction to stop him making a gooey mess over my silver SAKs :D
Neil
Eew Benner! (http://img463.imageshack.us/img463/6357/huh4lc.gif) :ahhh
Here is one I had kind of forgotten about. It was my first attempt to get a "bushcraft" type knife. It's by Cudemans and it is surprisingly good for the money at around £35. I did a real number on it while I was learning to sharpen but it actually takes a really good edge. The sheath is a work of horror though.That really has got nice lines to it :)
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3550.jpg)
There doesn't seem to be anyone importing it into the US.
The majority of the sellers I can find are in the UK. This Olivewood version is nice looking - Knifeman (http://www.knifeman.co.uk/ViewItem.php?ItemID=121&ItemName=CUDEMAN%20OLIVE%20WOOD%20BUSHCRAFT%20KNIFE%20-%20153L&ItemShipping=&ItemPrice=24.99)
There doesn't seem to be anyone importing it into the US.
The majority of the sellers I can find are in the UK. This Olivewood version is nice looking - Knifeman (http://www.knifeman.co.uk/ViewItem.php?ItemID=121&ItemName=CUDEMAN%20OLIVE%20WOOD%20BUSHCRAFT%20KNIFE%20-%20153L&ItemShipping=&ItemPrice=24.99)
If you need a mule give me a shout :tu:
Neil
Is that the Cold Steel one? If so what's the quality like?
Is that the Cold Steel one? If so what's the quality like?
Is that the Cold Steel one? If so what's the quality like?
That is the Cold Steel one.
I find it's a pretty good knife for the money and it takes a good edge (even with my cacky sharpening skills), but it's no Grohmann.
I know you wasn't asking me but I thought I'd chime in anyway. :D
All I get out of my oven is burnt pizza :-\ ;)
Very raw looking, in a good way. I like :tu:
Neil
Mikko
Nice looking stuff there. If ya get a chance I would like a striker.
Mikko
Nice looking stuff there. If ya get a chance I would like a striker.
not a problem,i can make one or two during the next month,im mnaking some forging and knive building then.i only have one in the pic,which i use now,and one goin to overseas,and one im holding,as i think it might be cool to give away,if someone happens to have birthday or something and i havent remembered it...as u know my memory is no more than 8 kbits,at most.
Quite right too. Can't have the thing walking around with no trousers on now can we. :salute:
Quite right too. Can't have the thing walking around with no trousers on now can we. :salute:
Well, I do (http://img116.exs.cx/img116/934/z0tdntknw.gif)
Quite right too. Can't have the thing walking around with no trousers on now can we. :salute:
Well, I do (http://img116.exs.cx/img116/934/z0tdntknw.gif)
:ahhh I think I need to go lie down now.
Quite right too. Can't have the thing walking around with no trousers on now can we. :salute:
Well, I do (http://img116.exs.cx/img116/934/z0tdntknw.gif)
:ahhh I think I need to go lie down now.
And think of him with no trousers on?!?! :o :ahhh
I would take pics...but I can't find my cable (http://img117.exs.cx/img117/9585/q9crolleyes.gif)
He has been slacking... >:( ::)Tis true :-[
He has been slacking... >:( ::)Tis true :-[
But I'm waiting on the Bear Slayed to send me a spare cable :D
What do you mean? An African or European budgie? :D
In order to maintain air-speed velocity, a budgie needs to beat its wings forty-three times every second, right?
OMG it is pretty impressive how any thread can be about bloody budgies! :DCheers mate :)
Mike, the box that it may be in is behind a mound of even larger boxes in my loft. Hopefully I can look this weekend. :tu:
Yes, no hurry Ben...we'll just entertain ourselves with Budgie-philia talk while waiting... :D
Might be an idea, the bugger's are cropping up everywhere :o :DYes, no hurry Ben...we'll just entertain ourselves with Budgie-philia talk while waiting... :D
I'd best hurry then :ahhh
Just think of it as MTo's version of the SOSAK Punishment Chicken...a Punishment Budgie... :D:D :D
What about the bloomers ?That's one tradition we can live without :o
Chris
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?I'd call it an accident waiting to happen :D
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?I'd call it an accident waiting to happen :D
Seriously though, I never really did form an opinion on it one way of the other :think: . Although the saw/blade combo makes more sence than the blade/blade ones I've seen :)
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?
I guess the hole in the blade is part of some locking mechanism is it?
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?
I'd classify it as a fixed as you can never fold it leaving it bladeless.
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?
I'd classify it as a fixed as you can never fold it leaving it bladeless.
Strangely I'd go the other way and call it a folder. My reasoning is; it has two of the mechanical components I'd associate with a folding knife i.e a pivot and a lock. Still, it looks like a neat idea but I'm not after one myself.
...my thinking is it is a fixed blade with a rotating sheath :)
So is this a fixed blade, folder or multitool?I call it a thing-a-ma-bobber
Found these while I was rummaging about...90's vintage KaBar with a phosphate finish and stapled sheath and an Ontario Chute knife.I know a fella over on BB who'd cheerfully kill you for that Chute knife :)
Razel!! :D
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPostItems544.jpg)
What about the bloomers ?That's one tradition we can live without :o
Chris
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On a practical side note , Bloomers when combined with braces and strong leg elastic are in invaluable tool for shioplifters .
Chris
Found these while I was rummaging about...90's vintage KaBar with a phosphate finish and stapled sheath and an Ontario Chute knife.I know a fella over on BB who'd cheerfully kill you for that Chute knife :)
Let's just say, stay out of Colin Kc's way :DFound these while I was rummaging about...90's vintage KaBar with a phosphate finish and stapled sheath and an Ontario Chute knife.I know a fella over on BB who'd cheerfully kill you for that Chute knife :)
:ahhh :D
BHK small Tiger Knapp in a sheath I just made.That's damn fine work mate :tu:
I'm wearing a leather loincloth that I made right now...a tutorial might be in the works for that... ::)
Tutorial :pok: :pok:
You bug me for pic's, I bug you for a tutorial :P :D
Child ::) :D :DTutorial :pok: :pok:
You bug me for pic's, I bug you for a tutorial :P :D
(http://e.deviantart.com/emoticons/i/ignore.gif)
Well, it was new when I took that photo...I've already done some naughty things to it.Well let's face it, you can't leave anything standard can you :D
Chopped off some of both guards and hot-waxed the handle...
Well, it was new when I took that photo...I've already done some naughty things to it.Well let's face it, you can't leave anything standard can you :D
Chopped off some of both guards and hot-waxed the handle...
You guys are just jealous of my madness :DMuch, much better mate :tu:
Progress so far...
Worked over the bevels last night on flat stones...cuts much better now.Are the bevels really steep then ???
Worked over the bevels last night on flat stones...cuts much better now.Are the bevels really steep then ???
I didn't know that :tu:
Mora grinds get better after they have been sharpened a few times to get rid of the de-carburized steel from the manufacturing process. I've experienced edge rolling on quite a few new Mora...especially laminated blades...they got better...
Here's my fixed, and some axes. Missing my Fiskars and 4 CS hawks, a Becker Campanion and Becker NeckerDamn there's some nice stuff there :drool:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3363/3411299643_d4d24c6604_b.jpg)
It certainly does. Balanced very well, with a very nice convex edge. It goes through brush all day, and all it needs is a couple strops to bring it back to razor sharp.There's a lot to be said for simple ole A2 isn't there :)
There's a new Golok and some knives coming out from Condor...carbon steel and sub $40.
It certainly does. Balanced very well, with a very nice convex edge. It goes through brush all day, and all it needs is a couple strops to bring it back to razor sharp.There's a lot to be said for simple ole A2 isn't there :)
Nice fixed blades too Viking. :tu:
There's a new Golok and some knives coming out from Condor...carbon steel and sub $40.They sell Condor's over here, and ta the price there quite tempting :)
Don't know, those aren't available for sale yet.Well your no use ::) :D
Couple of old ones...a Marble's and a PAL RH-35 Navy Mk IWhen did the Mark 1's get thet really severe clip point mate ???
I don't know exactly why but that Marbles really appeals to me.Because you a blood thirst cad, who likes the idea of a blood groove to prevent those awkward vacuum moments :D
When did the Mark 1's get thet really severe clip point mate ???
Gotcha :tu:
When did the Mark 1's get thet really severe clip point mate ???
It depends on who made it, there are variations in the pattern.
Here's a nice collection at BB - Linky (http://www.britishblades.com/forums/showthread.php?t=64966)Wow, there's a few there :o
My latest :D
Carlos
My latest :DGrohnie and an F1, bloody fine choices there mate :tu:
Carlos
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u111/crls1/Grohmann/DSC03427.jpg)
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u111/crls1/Grohmann/DSC03429.jpg)
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u111/crls1/Grohmann/DSC03431.jpg)
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u111/crls1/Grohmann/DSC03436.jpg)
I'll be needing pictures :pok: :pok:My latest :D
Carlos
Nice, I like Grohmanns (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2803/thumbup6ly.gif)
In fact I have a couple carbon steel #3s on the way...whenever the Canucklehead Post gets them to me...it's been over three weeks since I ordered them.
First try at making a Bushcraft style dangler sheath.
Lovely Grohmann mate. :tu: Great knife that.What, and the F1 isn't :twak:
Lovely Grohmann mate. :tu: Great knife that.What, and the F1 isn't :twak:
We'll agree to disagree on that :DLovely Grohmann mate. :tu: Great knife that.What, and the F1 isn't :twak:
Not as nice as a Master Hunter :pok: :D
My carbon steel #3s have arrived...one with Micarta and the other with standard Rosewood scales (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2803/thumbup6ly.gif)Nice one fella :tu:
How are those Grohmanns when it comes to filleting a fish? It looks like it would work great even though it's not the traditional filleting knife "shape"..
Spork,
You really are probably a good contender to have the monopoly on fixed blades here. I'd love to see a complete collection photo from you? You might not own a wide angle lense though huh? :D
Spork,
You really are probably a good contender to have the monopoly on fixed blades here. I'd love to see a complete collection photo from you? You might not own a wide angle lense though huh? :D
Spork,
You really are probably a good contender to have the monopoly on fixed blades here. I'd love to see a complete collection photo from you? You might not own a wide angle lense though huh? :D
I don't see why not, he seems to have everything else. ::) ;)
Western Cutlery No.71...a.k.a. the SeaBee. This is a stainless model of more recent production, not the WW2 version.Nice lines on that :)
Sheath by Spork Leatherworks... :P
These I made myself...Top job that mate :tu:
These I made myself...Top job that mate :tu:
That's stunning mate :drool: :drool:I've got a good deal on some very fine blades and I really like the look (and feel) ot the mammoth tusks parts. Just thinking about it's about 40.000 years old, Found in Russia, takes the whole "building" process to a different level...
Looks like it's one of these mate :)
http://www.heinnie.com/yat2fv1486013/Knives/John-Nowill/John-Nowill-Seamans-Knife/p-92-153-1987/
Looks like it's one of these mate :)
http://www.heinnie.com/yat2fv1486013/Knives/John-Nowill/John-Nowill-Seamans-Knife/p-92-153-1987/
I think you have memorised the entire contents of the Heinnie site... we must get you out more ::)
I kinda have, yes :-[ :DLooks like it's one of these mate :)
http://www.heinnie.com/yat2fv1486013/Knives/John-Nowill/John-Nowill-Seamans-Knife/p-92-153-1987/
I think you have memorised the entire contents of the Heinnie site... we must get you out more ::)
Yeah, Heinnie rocks. I've spent far too much money on that site.
last one i made by modifying a kitThat's stunning mate :drool:
last one i made by modifying a kit
A couple of freshly re-handled #2 Jonsson Mora...in Masur Birch.
Who's in for a raid party to spork's house? :D
Now I'd like that, but only in a PE blade style :)
Finished these today...Eriksson #2 Mora in Yew...one with a Whitetail antler bolster.Wow, Nice sheat... Anymore pictures of that for inspiration..? :tu:
Finished these today...Eriksson #2 Mora in Yew...one with a Whitetail antler bolster.
It's made the same way as any other Kydex sheath...the only difference being that I mount a small button head screw in the knife handle to act as a retaining stud.Finished these today...Eriksson #2 Mora in Yew...one with a Whitetail antler bolster.Wow, Nice sheat... Anymore pictures of that for inspiration..? :tu:
Sorry Plain Edged :)
Thanks... :tu:It's made the same way as any other Kydex sheath...the only difference being that I mount a small button head screw in the knife handle to act as a retaining stud.Finished these today...Eriksson #2 Mora in Yew...one with a Whitetail antler bolster.Wow, Nice sheat... Anymore pictures of that for inspiration..? :tu:
Dave, you wound me sir :cry: :DSorry Plain Edged :)
You see?...I'm not the only one that can't figure out what your saying. Especially when you make up words... >:( ::) :D
:drool: :drool:I think 2xTap has more knives than I do...maybe ::) :D
:drool: :drool:I think 2xTap has more knives than I do...maybe ::) :D
I know!...I stopped counting guns and knives a long time ago... :P:drool: :drool:I think 2xTap has more knives than I do...maybe ::) :D
Maybe.....maybe not. All I know is I am not going to count them to find out! :D
2xTap
That's a pretty knife... :tu:
That's a pretty knife... :tu:
and affordable :)
Can't say I like em' myself :-\Well I do think there an aquired taste :-\
First peek at one of the CKC Hikers I've been working on...still oiling the wood and I haven't figured out the sheath yet.Damn that look's good Dave :tu:
Scales are Yew with matching firesteel and diamond hone.
First peek at one of the CKC Hikers I've been working on...still oiling the wood and I haven't figured out the sheath yet.Damn that look's good Dave :tu:
Scales are Yew with matching firesteel and diamond hone.
First peek at one of the CKC Hikers I've been working on...still oiling the wood and I haven't figured out the sheath yet.Damn that look's good Dave :tu:
Scales are Yew with matching firesteel and diamond hone.
Absolutely. :tu:
The knife is a bit small for my tastes...I extended the handle a bit on this one to get a four-finger grip. Basically it is a full tang version of the Svord Peasant knfe. In fact the original version of the CKC hiker used the blade from the folder - LINK (http://www.sellyourknife.com/ckchikerwhatis.html)
The knife is a bit small for my tastes...I extended the handle a bit on this one to get a four-finger grip. Basically it is a full tang version of the Svord Peasant knfe. In fact the original version of the CKC hiker used the blade from the folder - LINK (http://www.sellyourknife.com/ckchikerwhatis.html)That is a bit small isn't it :-\
How did you fix the handle on that one? Is the blade slotted in or is it in two halves with an extra piece of wood at the back?
Now that is nice :drool:
Love the raw steel look :tu:
Now that is nice :drool:
Love the raw steel look :tu:
+1
...Unfortunately I never see knives like that in my neck of the woods.
Well, here's my latest. Sorry for the crappy pics but it's been raining and overcast here most of the day..........Damn :drool: :drool: :drool:
(http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/4633/rangershark01.jpg)
(http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/4139/rangershark03.jpg)
.......Justin Gingrich (Ranger Knives) Custom modfied Shark. OAL is 9 1/2" and is built from mirror polished 3/16" thick ATS-34 which is flat ground with a convex edge. Handles are Yellow/Black layered G-10. These pics do this blade little justice. I'll get some better ones up as soon as the weather allows.
2xTap :tu:
I got these today from Lee Valley Tools.
That is gorgeous.
Finally got around to making a sheath for my Green River Camp knife.
Finally got around to making a sheath for my Green River Camp knife.Great olde worlde rig mate :tu:
Finally got around to making a sheath for my Green River Camp knife.
Bloody riveted hell! :o
Finally got around to making a sheath for my Green River Camp knife.
Bloody riveted hell! :o
You should see the matching Codpiece... ::)
Actually I have to remake it as it is a bit small... ::)
So long as you're not modelling it :pok:
Actually I have to remake it as it is a bit small... ::)
So long as you're not modelling it :pok:
My second cKc Hiker blade done with an extended handle in Birdseye Maple.
My second cKc Hiker blade done with an extended handle in Birdseye Maple.
What will yours be like...Sporty Svord, Baby Svord, Scary Svord or Ginger Svord? ::)My second cKc Hiker blade done with an extended handle in Birdseye Maple.
:pok: Stop doing posh Svords. I want people to think mine looks all right when its done. I don't need your ssmurfy versions there for comparison :(
;)
Skanky Svord :DSo you decided to go with the fishnet and silicone handles then...
Skanky Svord :DSo you decided to go with the fishnet and silicone handles then...
Oh, you mean a Really Skanky Svord ::)Skanky Svord :DSo you decided to go with the fishnet and silicone handles then...
Nope, just plenty of spray on tan :D
Oh, you mean a Really Skanky Svord ::)Skanky Svord :DSo you decided to go with the fishnet and silicone handles then...
Nope, just plenty of spray on tan :D
Well, I got my first fixed blade today. A Kershaw Hunter II. It seems to be everything I need in a camping/hiking blade: light weight, orange handle for visibility, good jimping on the back of the blade, decently think spine, AUS 8A steel, good in hand lock up, and... FFG. All for about $50 CAN. Sounded good to me. Only trade off is the leather sheath. Hopefully I can upgrade to a kydex for it soon. Here are some pictures.Shane!!! Alright, buddy! Very nice indeed. Glad you found something you liked! :tu: :tu:
(http://i572.photobucket.com/albums/ss166/Shane769/DSC01245.jpg)
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For a field knife I would take on searches with my local SAR, and other camp related stuff, kydex seems like it would work best for me. Nothing against leather really, but kydex makes a better field sheath.
a couple of blackjacksVery nice :gimme:
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae45/kiwiblade/IMG_0068.jpg)
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a couple of blackjacks
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae45/kiwiblade/IMG_0068.jpg)
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae45/kiwiblade/IMG_0060.jpg)
Well, I got my first fixed blade last night - a gift from Neil, a Mora. I'm yet to have a proper look in daylight, but initial impressions were that it's great!
So thanks buddy :tu:
Yay for Neil spreading the gospel of the Mora :tu:
...how shiny can you get the blades? ::)
Gotta love the humble Mora :tu:
Glad to hear it :tu:Gotta love the humble Mora :tu:
Still liking the one you gave me Mike :cheers:
Glad to hear it :tu:Gotta love the humble Mora :tu:
Still liking the one you gave me Mike :cheers:
Mind you I like the fact that our cunning plan regarding the Svord paid off ;)
Ametuer ::)Glad to hear it :tu:Gotta love the humble Mora :tu:
Still liking the one you gave me Mike :cheers:
Mind you I like the fact that our cunning plan regarding the Svord paid off ;)
Actually, it didn't get that far before Nick impaled himself on it ::) :D
Feelings are mixed on this one. On one hand it's really really high quality construction, on the other it's too much chopper not enough general purpose. Plus it's recurve AND convex, I can't do convex to begin with, duno how the heck to sharpen it without a belt sander.
Maybe I'll trade it for something else.
(http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/6150/dscn0206n.jpg)
Feelings are mixed on this one. On one hand it's really really high quality construction, on the other it's too much chopper not enough general purpose. Plus it's recurve AND convex, I can't do convex to begin with, duno how the heck to sharpen it without a belt sander.
Maybe I'll trade it for something else.
(http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/6150/dscn0206n.jpg)
It is lovely though, when you want to trade let me know I might have a few items for it.
jz,
I was just looking at the whole set today at Warriors.
Sharpmaker? ::) No?
Feelings are mixed on this one. On one hand it's really really high quality construction, on the other it's too much chopper not enough general purpose. Plus it's recurve AND convex, I can't do convex to begin with, duno how the heck to sharpen it without a belt sander.Ohh I like that :drool: :drool:
Maybe I'll trade it for something else.
(http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/6150/dscn0206n.jpg)
Ohh I like that :drool: :drool:
I wouldn't worry to much about the convexing :) Just put a micro bevel on it :)
Damn that must be a thick edge :oOhh I like that :drool: :drool:
I wouldn't worry to much about the convexing :) Just put a micro bevel on it :)
Just tried that, the 40° slot on sharpmaker doesn't touch the edge. :ahhh I took out the mouse pad and sandpaper, but I think I made it duller. :( At least it looks shiny. ::)
(http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/1861/dscn0210v.jpg)
I took out the micrometer, it's 1.6 mm behind the edge. In comparison Opinel blade is 1.8 mm thick and 0.2 mm behind the edge.At least it should hold it's edge a fair ole time, once your happy with it :)
Latest i got... :DVery nice S1 one mate :gimme:
Carlos
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u111/crls1/Knives/DSC03649.jpg)
I've finally found a fixed blade I like. :ahhh
Perfectly balance and ergonomics, light and fast in hand, about the right size too. Had a few others but sold them all because they just don't feel right. It's only a tad over 9 oz, I know folders that's heavier than that *cough*CRKT natural*cough*.
The sheath and clip are injection molded FRN, don't know it'll stand up to cold temp yet.
(http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/3140/99670027.jpg)
(http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/9658/53590158.jpg)
(http://img197.imageshack.us/img197/7303/13448980.jpg)
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Nice, the Rock Salt has been on my wishlist for awhile now. How much did you pay for it? I haven't seen it in Canadian shops yet.
I'm hoping Spyderco will bring out one with micarta handles like their Forester or Forager. Carbon Fiber would also look nice on it.
I've finally found a fixed blade I like. :ahhhThat's simply gorgeous :drool: :drool:
Perfectly balance and ergonomics, light and fast in hand, about the right size too. Had a few others but sold them all because they just don't feel right. It's only a tad over 9 oz, I know folders that's heavier than that *cough*CRKT natural*cough*.
The sheath and clip are injection molded FRN, don't know it'll stand up to cold temp yet.
(http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/3140/99670027.jpg)
Got to love the Spydie thumbhole on fixed blades... :P :D Gorgeous knife nevertheless! :tu:
the weight of that thing is amazing at around 9oz. I didn't realize it was that lite.
Here's a pic of one of my favorite Bark Rivers....the Aurora in Osage OrangeWelcome back :tu:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2611/3827273840_da2a864b10.jpg)
Thanks brother!Have you got the Blackjack Mamba-eque one ??? :drool:
The Northstar was one of my first Barkies. My collection has grown to about 24 now. :D
No, I do not. :(That's a shame as there bleedin gorgeous :drool:
What do you think of my Fox River's?Great looking Bark River Knives you got there,and glad to hear from you again,it been awhile.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2425/3779039950_da6bdc7020_b.jpg)
Damn :drool: :drool:Damn, Damn :drool: :drool:
I was gifted this Busse combat Game Warden. :o It's probably my favorite fixed blade. This baby is built like a tank!
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPOSTITEMS312.jpg)
I absolutly hate those videos. Now what purpose did that actually show? Like destruction tests, What did it show. I set out to destroy this knife and look at me , I did it.
Asses..
I absolutly hate those videos. Now what purpose did that actually show? Like destruction tests, What did it show. I set out to destroy this knife and look at me , I did it.
Asses..
I absolutly hate those videos. Now what purpose did that actually show? Like destruction tests, What did it show. I set out to destroy this knife and look at me , I did it.
Asses..
very nice. :tu: is that a bone handle or pollished stag? It could be my birthday tomorrow :gimme:
Thanks, I bought that from Randall and had to wait one year for it. This was around 25 years ago or so. I really like cold steel also. All of mine are carbon v. :)Good man :tu:
Congratulations! The RC-3 is an excellent blade!
:tu:
Jealous... Wish I could have afforded one. Oh well, maybe I will save up for the RC-6Congratulations! The RC-3 is an excellent blade!
:tu:
Thank you! From now on, it's going to be my hiking knife :D
Carlos
Ive only 1 fixed blade left and its hidden in the house :rofl:ill drag it out soon and take a pic, its nothing special infact i dont even know who made it, its cool looking though but needs some new paracord on the grip,:pok: :pok:
paul
Alas, the SOG S25 Desert Dagger of mine is no more....sigh...I'll miss her. :(That's a shame as they were a fine looking knife :-\
Alas, the SOG S25 Desert Dagger of mine is no more....sigh...I'll miss her. :(That's a shame as they were a fine looking knife :-\
You could always post a wanted ad for one here :)Alas, the SOG S25 Desert Dagger of mine is no more....sigh...I'll miss her. :(That's a shame as they were a fine looking knife :-\
Indeed...very fine.... I loved that knife. However, after having it for 15+ years, without ever using it, I came to the conclusion that it is just not the kind of knife you can carry around with you ....lol. Its a combat knife, and me with my wife and baby don't really see much of that. So...figured I'd put it up for auction so I could get the money to buy the Spyderco Military I've been wanting that CAN actually be an EDC. I was really shocked when I got $180.27 for it! Now I'm just trying to find a good deal on my Military!
You could always post a wanted ad for one here :)Alas, the SOG S25 Desert Dagger of mine is no more....sigh...I'll miss her. :(That's a shame as they were a fine looking knife :-\
Indeed...very fine.... I loved that knife. However, after having it for 15+ years, without ever using it, I came to the conclusion that it is just not the kind of knife you can carry around with you ....lol. Its a combat knife, and me with my wife and baby don't really see much of that. So...figured I'd put it up for auction so I could get the money to buy the Spyderco Military I've been wanting that CAN actually be an EDC. I was really shocked when I got $180.27 for it! Now I'm just trying to find a good deal on my Military!
You could always post a wanted ad for one here :)Alas, the SOG S25 Desert Dagger of mine is no more....sigh...I'll miss her. :(That's a shame as they were a fine looking knife :-\
Indeed...very fine.... I loved that knife. However, after having it for 15+ years, without ever using it, I came to the conclusion that it is just not the kind of knife you can carry around with you ....lol. Its a combat knife, and me with my wife and baby don't really see much of that. So...figured I'd put it up for auction so I could get the money to buy the Spyderco Military I've been wanting that CAN actually be an EDC. I was really shocked when I got $180.27 for it! Now I'm just trying to find a good deal on my Military!
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/board,9.0.htmlYou could always post a wanted ad for one here :)Alas, the SOG S25 Desert Dagger of mine is no more....sigh...I'll miss her. :(That's a shame as they were a fine looking knife :-\
Indeed...very fine.... I loved that knife. However, after having it for 15+ years, without ever using it, I came to the conclusion that it is just not the kind of knife you can carry around with you ....lol. Its a combat knife, and me with my wife and baby don't really see much of that. So...figured I'd put it up for auction so I could get the money to buy the Spyderco Military I've been wanting that CAN actually be an EDC. I was really shocked when I got $180.27 for it! Now I'm just trying to find a good deal on my Military!
Where would one post that?
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/board,9.0.htmlYou could always post a wanted ad for one here :)Alas, the SOG S25 Desert Dagger of mine is no more....sigh...I'll miss her. :(That's a shame as they were a fine looking knife :-\
Indeed...very fine.... I loved that knife. However, after having it for 15+ years, without ever using it, I came to the conclusion that it is just not the kind of knife you can carry around with you ....lol. Its a combat knife, and me with my wife and baby don't really see much of that. So...figured I'd put it up for auction so I could get the money to buy the Spyderco Military I've been wanting that CAN actually be an EDC. I was really shocked when I got $180.27 for it! Now I'm just trying to find a good deal on my Military!
Where would one post that?
Here mate :)
"what is the one in the center (above the RC-4)?"
Kizlyar Korshun, Russian Fighting Knife, the Kydex is made by me, got a plastic sheath for drop leg carry.
I can get you better pics of that one. It a really good knife ( never dreamed of saying that about something from Russia :D)
The same knife is also available with a Tanto blade.
You guys really answer fast :D
Mine:
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn102/Argento-/Bild028-2.jpg)
Upper two are made by a blacksmith i know from a german forum. I made the Handles on both and the sheaths.
Everything else are Production Blades
just ordered 2 Kizlyars - Korshun and Phoenix2 :DWe'll be needing pic's :pok: :pok: :drool:
just ordered 2 Kizlyars - Korshun and Phoenix2 :DWe'll be needing pic's :pok: :pok: :drool:
Thats my chopper :D
Well, most of the stuff shown in the picture, i´m also not allowed to carry it, but i do :P Who cares in the woods.
Stupid laws made by stupid people, and i listened to some conversations back them, i really can say, they are stupid people.
The two Strider, the RC 4 and my handmade small fixed, i can carry these four legally.
I forgot one blade, my first handmade Bowie knife i did. You see some pics of it soon ;)
Thats my chopper :D
Well, most of the stuff shown in the picture, i´m also not allowed to carry it, but i do :P Who cares in the woods.
Stupid laws made by stupid people, and i listened to some conversations back them, i really can say, they are stupid people.
The two Strider, the RC 4 and my handmade small fixed, i can carry these four legally.
I forgot one blade, my first handmade Bowie knife i did. You see some pics of it soon ;)
I want a chopper, ill tell the missis its for chopping veg :rofl:
Snody Bailout w/orange G-10::drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: Oh, and I hate you! :D
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p306/Smelp/USNPOSTITEMS426-1.jpg)
$$$ Pure Money $$$
Snody Bailout w/orange G-10:
$$$ Pure Money $$$
Damn that P2 is sexy as hell Shane. Nice haul.
We have a rep from Kizlyar who frequents this forum- I'm surprised he hasn't chimed in yet!
Def
We have a rep from Kizlyar who frequents this forum- I'm surprised he hasn't chimed in yet!
Def
hello, yes, sorry , ive been busy..
normaly i would look in here now and then......
well the Kizlyars showed up and my old man "appropriated" the Korshun :salute:
(http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/848/img2202uh.jpg)
next up, a Phoenix 1-Combat (German market only), backordered until ????
:) yeah just as bit.We have a rep from Kizlyar who frequents this forum- I'm surprised he hasn't chimed in yet!
Def
hello, yes, sorry , ive been busy..
normaly i would look in here now and then......
Hi Julius,
I contacted Jenni about ordering a Phoenix Combat-1 knife that you designed; based on what I've read, I expect it to be even more impressive than the Phoenix-2 and Korshun I just purchased.
BTW, i couldn't help but notice similarities between the Extrema Ratio Col. Moschin knife and the Phoenix ;)
(http://www.aceros-de-hispania.com/image/colmoschin-extremaratio-knife/colmoschin-extremaratio-knife.jpg)
Charles May CowKiller
OAL 6 1/8"
Blade 2 3/8" CPM S30V scandi grind
Handle Green canvas micarta w/ mosaic pins
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_1qfEvgDcCB0/S40VtwF1SII/AAAAAAAADww/4Wgfo1zjZSA/s800/cowkiller.jpg)
:) yeah just as bit.
the line of milled kizlyar knives goes back to Extrema ratio...
there was originally 1 knife, "alligator", it is discontinued now many many years........
it was just a copy of the original e/r knife. the one with the tanto blade and the rubber diamond checkered handle . but this was years back when e/r was only a small company.. and kizlyar was only selling in russia,,
i had not even heard of kizlyar my self, or set foot in dagestan..
i think it started as a customer order or such , somebody sent them a drawing of a knife and they made to the picture,, .. then changed the design into several different models with the same handle and produced them in serial,
when it was know that they were making a knife that was a copy of the E/A knife they dropped it from production, (youve got to remember dagestan is very isolated so this took a while......... )
but by the then... e/r genetic was in the knives... one could say, and so some features had stuck,
liked the milled blades, although most e/r knives are ground now..
so thats how they got such a look ..
hi thanks , yes the blade construction on the knives form kizlyar was a little different form extrema ratio from the beignning..:) yeah just as bit.
the line of milled kizlyar knives goes back to Extrema ratio...
there was originally 1 knife, "alligator", it is discontinued now many many years........
it was just a copy of the original e/r knife. the one with the tanto blade and the rubber diamond checkered handle . but this was years back when e/r was only a small company.. and kizlyar was only selling in russia,,
i had not even heard of kizlyar my self, or set foot in dagestan..
i think it started as a customer order or such , somebody sent them a drawing of a knife and they made to the picture,, .. then changed the design into several different models with the same handle and produced them in serial,
when it was know that they were making a knife that was a copy of the E/A knife they dropped it from production, (youve got to remember dagestan is very isolated so this took a while......... )
but by the then... e/r genetic was in the knives... one could say, and so some features had stuck,
liked the milled blades, although most e/r knives are ground now..
so thats how they got such a look ..
Well i like how the milled "rib" on the Kizlyar extends the full length of the blade - i was surprised by how well balanced it felt. Likewise on the Phoenix 1 Combat, i was attracted by your idea to use DIFFERENTIAL heat treatment on the blade, and the Youtube video (now removed) by that German guy really sealed the deal for me - shame the vid isnt on there anymore, it's great
Al Mar SF-10 is in, and it is a BEAST! :ahhh
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Nice and pretty rare . I loved the Old Skool Al Mars . Used to always pack a Fang in my Left boot . The original Shiva was a real bute .
Chris
I don't have a picture, but I spent the weekend with an old dog musher, and he was carrying a Grohmann Canadian Belt Knife. Quite possibly, the most gorgious medium-small fixed blade I have ever seen :drool: :drool:
Grohmanns are real nice. Here's mine which gets used a lot in the kitchen;
(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_0427.jpg)
GM beat me to it...but here's mine
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/zrfraser/DSC_7718.jpg)
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GM beat me to it...but here's mine
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/zrfraser/DSC_7718.jpg)
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/zrfraser/DSC_7721.jpg)
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This the one that was going for 90? what do you all think about it?
IIRC Sal said it wasn't cost effective to rip the old scales off, apparently they're pretty well stuck on there. To much time and effort.
Urg, I ended up not getting one but you two are making me squirm again...
Urg, I ended up not getting one but you two are making me squirm again...
The wood supplier screwed him...the wood was supposedly stabilized, but it turned out it wasn't.
I dunno, but...I'm not wearing any pants at the moment... :tu:The wood supplier screwed him...the wood was supposedly stabilized, but it turned out it wasn't.
So Sal's suing the pants off the guy, right?
I dunno, but...I'm not wearing any pants at the moment... :tu:The wood supplier screwed him...the wood was supposedly stabilized, but it turned out it wasn't.
So Sal's suing the pants off the guy, right?
...and I've found another crack ::) :DI dunno, but...I'm not wearing any pants at the moment... :tu:The wood supplier screwed him...the wood was supposedly stabilized, but it turned out it wasn't.
So Sal's suing the pants off the guy, right?
Oooh, snap! :D
...and I've found another crack ::) :DI dunno, but...I'm not wearing any pants at the moment... :tu:The wood supplier screwed him...the wood was supposedly stabilized, but it turned out it wasn't.
So Sal's suing the pants off the guy, right?
Oooh, snap! :D
:rofl:...and I've found another crack ::) :DI dunno, but...I'm not wearing any pants at the moment... :tu:The wood supplier screwed him...the wood was supposedly stabilized, but it turned out it wasn't.
So Sal's suing the pants off the guy, right?
Oooh, snap! :D
Just don't fill that one with superglue! :ahhh
I dunno, but...I'm not wearing any pants at the moment... :tu:The wood supplier screwed him...the wood was supposedly stabilized, but it turned out it wasn't.
So Sal's suing the pants off the guy, right?
I need one of those in my life too :drool:
I handled one briefly at the last UK meet I went too, and it's quite an impressive knife :tu:I need one of those in my life too :drool:
Its heavier than I expected but in a good, solid way
Got my new RAT RC-3Mil yesterday!!
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Damn this thing is fine!!
I keep forgetting to post these. I got this discontinued Boker EFK from Howard at Professional Safety (http://www.edcsource.com/wwwThePSFSDINCBUNKERonEDCcom,name,100091,user_id,shop) last month.
(http://gallery.multitool.org/pbmirror/Knives/EFK/100_9521.jpg)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/pbmirror/Knives/EFK/100_9520.jpg)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/pbmirror/Knives/EFK/100_9522.jpg)
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(http://gallery.multitool.org/pbmirror/Knives/EFK/100_9525.jpg)
It's a nice, big, heavy fighting knife that really should win any fight as soon as it clears the sheath!
Def
Yeah, I was lucky to get it BNIB. I see Tim has the folder version listed, but it's a bit rich for my blood at the moment.
http://www.edcsource.com/auction_details.php?auction_search=1&auction_id=102404&option=basic_search&src_auction_id=&keywords_search=&buyout_price=&reserve_price=&quantity=&enable_swap=&list_in=&results_view=&country=&zip_code=&username=&basic_search=boker
This one is pretty sweet, but I think I may have to put it on the block sooner or later as all I'm ever going to do with it is pull it out, drool over it's obvious beauty and put it away. It doesn't even have rub marks from the kydex sheath because I doubt it's ever been in it! It's in a cardboard sleeve in a bubble wrap bag in the box.
They don't come much more pristine than that!
Def
Well you should have been watching EDCSource then, as it was up there for some time before I snagged it! :pok:I love it, but I have no use for it (though I think that doesnt stop most of us).
Still, if you are interested, make me an offer!
Def
Finally, A Strider I like :drool: :drool: :drool:Finally???? Whats wrong with you? :twak:
Got a new Strider :D
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn102/Argento-/Bild006-2.jpg)
Model EBDB with Gunner Grips
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn102/Argento-/Bild007.jpg)
This thing rocks :drool:
Just not a big fan of Tac Folder's anymore :-\Finally, A Strider I like :drool: :drool: :drool:Finally???? Whats wrong with you? :twak:
Finally, A Strider I like :drool: :drool: :drool:Finally???? Whats wrong with you? :twak:
Yeah but I don't much like Sebbies either so clearly I'm a freak :DFinally, A Strider I like :drool: :drool: :drool:Finally???? Whats wrong with you? :twak:
Hahaha! Mike's just mad that he can't own one of their bitchin' folders. :P
Clearly a fruitcake. :DI'm friends with you, so being nut's clearly helps :P
Clearly a fruitcake. :D
Rick does make beautiful blades.
Congrats! (http://www.usualsuspect.net/forums/images/smilies/biggthumpup.gif)
I understand the love.Rick does make beautiful blades.
Congrats! (http://www.usualsuspect.net/forums/images/smilies/biggthumpup.gif)
He sure does... :gimme:
Looks great to me Spork :tu:
Guess they feel great aswell?
http://www.chrisreeve.com/greenberet.htm
I have one of these coming early next week.
Quality over Quantity...I blame Gadget Guy.
Yep, nice pics. And a very nice wrap job :tu:
That Izula sure is purty.+1 :drool: :drool:
They really are undeniably gorgeous :tu:
Wish they'd do a PE one though (not that I'd ever be able to afford on if they did :D).
They really are undeniably gorgeous :tu:
Wish they'd do a PE one though (not that I'd ever be able to afford on if they did :D).
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/zrfraser/DSC_7738.jpg)
How is it mate? :)
The RC-3 (now ESEE-3) is made in 1095 steel.
Carlos
That's one good looking knife Dave.. :drool:
Lol - I don't normally, but Roland Rat just seemed appropriate :DOr Rita if it's a girl.. ;) :D
Lol - I don't normally, but Roland Rat just seemed appropriate :DOr Rita if it's a girl.. ;) :D
Dave if you like the RC3 you should try the Izula...very edc-able. Mine pretty much hides in my back pocket.
I added some non-slip tape to my stiff K.I.S.S to well! keep it simple stupid :DLooking good John!! :cheers:
Keeps a low profile but adds better grip than cord IMO :salute:
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u122/titan1833/tas/001-5.jpg)
Dave that may come next as I play with different ideas ;) ultimately I'm heading for G10 scales :D
Dave that may come next as I play with different ideas ;) ultimately I'm heading for G10 scales :D
Amici,
Here are two of my favorites, one is a Randall # 18 "Attack and Survival" with a 7 1/2" stainless steel blade with Vietnam war inspired pointed brass skullcrusher pommel. The other is a Jimmy Lile "Sly ll" with a 9" 440C bead blasted blade and black parachord wrapped hollow handle.
Both knives are hollow handled (no full tang) and have compasses inside of their pommels.
The Lile has never been used in the field, but the Randall was one of my companions that I carried when I was in the ARNG and it did it all although the blade being stainless steel was a little hard to keep sharp after heavy usage and had to be touched up..
My Randall advice, if you get one, get it in their carbon tool steel over the Stainless unless you plan on sharpening it often..
Cheers,
Serge
I added some non-slip tape to my stiff K.I.S.S to well! keep it simple stupid :D
Keeps a low profile but adds better grip than cord IMO :salute:
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u122/titan1833/tas/001-5.jpg)
And this guy keep saying he's poor. :o :o :oRich uncle died perhaps... :o
And this guy keep saying he's poor. :o :o :oRich uncle died perhaps... :o
And this guy keep saying he's poor. :o :o :oRich uncle died perhaps... :o
I am poor compared to most; I'm just not passing up good collection-expansioning items. ^^; I'm paying off my father little by little. >.>
And this guy keep saying he's poor. :o :o :oRich uncle died perhaps... :o
I am poor compared to most; I'm just not passing up good collection-expansioning items. ^^; I'm paying off my father little by little. >.>
You don't know th emaning of poor until you are a dad of 3 and keeping a wife as well. ;)
Two CRK owners bitching about being poor... ::)
I have none. :(
My Falkies :D
Carlos
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u111/crls1/Knives/DSC04279.jpg)
My Pale Horse Fighters (http://www.palehorsefighters.blogspot.com/) Model 13, made by Paul Granger.:drool: :drool:
(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b90/Stormdrane/3d4be190.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Leather%20Projects/IMG_1174small.jpg)
There not pretty, but my best friend who likes to keep busy makes these "working mans
knives" as he calls them from O1 steel. He has a little forge made from stove pipe and
atf fluid for quenching, and a little portable oven. It's a fun way to spend an afternoon
together. These are a few of the end product and believe it or not they do hold a
great edge. :tu:
(http://img822.imageshack.us/img822/1127/dscn0807j.jpg)
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
AHB, thanks I'm enjoying using them.
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e47/sak_collector/my%20photos/boker-krein-1.jpg)
Too small for me, but bloody nice lines though :)
Ah green mora scout, my first mora too. Handle is a bit on the small side so I cut off the upper guard and pinky hook, feels much better in hand.
I just picked up a Snody Ghetto Gator, by far one of the coolest fixed blades I've ever owned. >:DCool looking "Gangsta" blade.. 8) :tu: Kydex sheath.?
I just picked up a Snody Ghetto Gator, by far one of the coolest fixed blades I've ever owned. >:DCool looking "Gangsta" blade.. 8) :tu: Kydex sheath.?
Lucky you.. :D Pics of the process if you decide to make one.. :pok: ;)I just picked up a Snody Ghetto Gator, by far one of the coolest fixed blades I've ever owned. >:DCool looking "Gangsta" blade.. 8) :tu: Kydex sheath.?
Thanks Allan! :cheers: No, it came with a very generic leather sheath. Luckily for me I can make my own kydex sheath. :tu:
A friend dropped off a new toy for me to play with :D
He gave it to me as he thought I would appreciate it more than he would :o
Its a Ka-Bar USMC
It needs a little cleaning and the leather needs a bit of feeding :tu:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/160711011.jpg)
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:cheers:
Loads left ;)Excellent job Tony.. :drool: :drool:
Here it is cleaned up, the leather has had a good feed of Wilmas bear cream :tu:
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This is my latest, a SOG 1 Bowie from the good old days.
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Information from http://www.sogknivescollectors.com; (http://www.sogknivescollectors.com;)
The S1 Bowie is the flagship model of SOG Specialty Knives Inc, the first knife design to roll off their production line.
It is modelled after the exact knife that the brave men of MACVSOG used while in Vietnam for covert recon operations.
This knife is gun-blued to a shiny hue; making it a very pretty knife indeed.
Many praise it for its beautiful gun-bluing and the use of high quality SK-5 steel, and is considered to be one of the more collectible Seki Japan SOG Knives.
The S1 Bowie is commonly known by some as the "5th Special Forces knife", but it was actually called the "SOG Bowie" by SOG.
Engraved on the left front of the blade near the cross-guard is the old "square SOG logo", while on the other side of the knife just directly above the guard reads "Seki Japan".
In front of that engraving is the "MACVSOG" Special Forces logo, and further down the blade in the middle of the knife reads "Vietnam 5th Special Forces Group".
The knife features a leather handle and a classic 'faceted tip', that is the signature feature of the current SOG Bowie knives made today.
Most of the current SOG knives follow the form/design of the S1 Bowie.
The modern versions which use different materials include the S1T, Super SOG Bowie and SOG Bowie 2.0.
Specs:
Overall length: 28,0 cm (10.75 inch)
Blade length: 16,1 cm (6.25 inch)
Steel: SK-5 Carbon steel
Hardness: 57-58 HRC
Blade finish: Deep gun blue (hot blued)
Weight: 340 grams (12.3 oz.)
Edge: Plain Edge
Blade thickness: 7,0 mm max.
Handle material: epoxied stacked leather with blued steel guard & pommel
Country of origin: Japan
Part #: S1
Rarity Details:
Last Known MSRP: $<.>
Production dates: 1986 - 2005
Production numbers: 10,000 - 15,000
Limited run?: First 750 or 1000 knives were serialized
Other things of interest: It's the first model off the SOG production line.
Rarity index: 8.5/10 (10 being the most rare)
Rarity index scale (1 to 10, 10 being the most rare):
1 - Very common; easily available on ebay, google product search and almost every knife selling website. Spammed with at least 10+ listings on ebay.
3 - Has been around for at least 2 years and are selling reasonably well, with retailers favouring other newer models over this knife.
5 - Knives that are on the borderline of being discontinued or have been discontinued for less than 6 months
6 - Products from 6 onwards are either discontinued or limited edition.
7 - Discontinued knives that pop up once every few months on the "For Sale" part of forums or on ebay. Still can be found at a few online shops though.
8 - Knives that need lots of researching to find. Not available anymore in online knife shops and pop up (if you're lucky) >4 months for one at a time.
9 - Knives holding this rarity are the shadowy kind. You can't find any information on them at all (not even from online knife shops that have not taken down that knife's product page). If you see one for sale grab at all cost.
10 - The rarest of all knives. If you hadn't been here you wouldn't even have known that it existed. Should you have one of these you better lock it up in a triple-combination safe and treat it like a family heirloom...
A friend dropped off a new toy for me to play with :D
He gave it to me as he thought I would appreciate it more than he would :o
Its a Ka-Bar USMC
It needs a little cleaning and the leather needs a bit of feeding :tu:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/160711011.jpg)
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/160711001.jpg)
:cheers:
Nope, that was the Trident S2 Bowie, practically the same knife in shape and size, but made with a blade from stainless AUS8 steel, a stacked Micarta handle and stainless guard & pommel.
The 440C statement about the earlier knives is incorrect, they were in fact using AUS6.
(source: a SOG representative on Bladeforums.com)
Look here: http://www.sogknivescollectors.com/trident-s2-bowie.php (http://www.sogknivescollectors.com/trident-s2-bowie.php)
Took 5 years to get this custom but it was worth the wait..................................
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g105/nellynel1974/IMG_20110811_130934.jpg) :D :D :D
Took 5 years to get this custom but it was worth the wait..................................
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g105/nellynel1974/IMG_20110811_130934.jpg) :D :D :D
HAHA nice. Love the sheath.
I have a lot more multitools and folders than I do fixed blades, but I do have a few. These are my favorites:
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/7765163/fixed2.jpg)
Benchmade Griptilian 151
Gerber LMF
Mora of Sweden carbon steel mora
Frosts Mora stainless steel mora
My Sog Tech...:drool: :drool: :drool:
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae2/Deqxter/Knives/SOGSeal20002.jpg?t=1313899854)
My Sog Tech...
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae2/Deqxter/Knives/SOGSeal20002.jpg?t=1313899854)
That Boker looks awesome. I might have to pick one up. How do you like it?
Latest Fixed Blade
(http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/1841/1000656l.jpg)
We've no problem with lots of pictures Janitor. :cheers: Welcome to the forum.
Well thank you gentlemen.
I'm a bit surprised though ... I should have thought that members with post counts like your would know better than to be encouraging a n00b to show his toys off. :)
Ok - Here's a (roughly) 8" Santoku with blue stabalized elder burl slabs. When it came, Mrs Janitor wanted to know what I spent on it. She really had some severe problems with the thought of something like a 'simple kitchen knife' costing that much.
That evening, she used it. It only took a single cut for her to have that 'ah-ha!' moment and admit that she sorted out the difference between this and the department store knives. At this point, I would truely be afraid to try and take it from her. :tu:
This image (somewhat) shows the convex grind they put on the Barkies -
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i61/rsamos/blades/santoku1.jpg)
Putting scales on a Cheap (Pakistani) Damascus blade.
I used a plastic IKEA cutting board (2mm thick) for the handles and Superglue :D
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/e10eb27d.jpg)
I originally intended to use rivets too, since the Blank already had holes , but I have not yet found the right size (2.4mm, but about 1.5cm long), so I may just make some fake, ornamental, inserts for the holes.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/a38d5c19.jpg)
Lesson: do not drill holes in the scales unless you have something to fill them up with!
I am thinking whether to cut some of the scale material, so as to show the file work better.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/a4624d44.jpg)
:salute:
Using the chopping board is inspired. :tu: looks excellent.
Lovely Falkie :tu:Indeed. The Fallknivens are wonderful blades. :tu:
Hi Sparky thanks for the kind words. I just couldn't use the knife, with the stock gaurd, & handle on it. It sat in the bottom draw for a long time. One day i said F it, & got the angle grinder out. The same day i cut up a Schrade 140 {i will post a pic today}. Part of me feels bad about chopping those 2 knifes up, there are people that collect them. On the positive side both knifes are now in the using draw.
Just got 2 Hultafors in for this years trips, a heavy duty HVK in green and a smaller HK :tu:
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010067.jpg)
Just got 2 Hultafors in for this years trips, a heavy duty HVK in green and a smaller HK :tu:
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010067.jpg)
Zed, how do those compare to Mora or Marttiini? They're nice looking knives. :cheers:
When you get a min could you take some measurements of the handles and blades please Mate :salute:
Just got 2 Hultafors in for this years trips, a heavy duty HVK in green and a smaller HK :tu:
Zed, how do those compare to Mora or Marttiini? They're nice looking knives. :cheers:
Just got 2 Hultafors in for this years trips, a heavy duty HVK in green and a smaller HK :tu:
Zed, how do those compare to Mora or Marttiini? They're nice looking knives. :cheers:
I've only handled one of the green HVK for a little while before giving it to a friend, but I would say it's very much on a par with Mora. :tu: If I needed yet another scandi knife I would have no problem with getting myself one of these. :)
Just got 2 Hultafors in for this years trips, a heavy duty HVK in green and a smaller HK :tu:
Zed, how do those compare to Mora or Marttiini? They're nice looking knives. :cheers:
I've only handled one of the green HVK for a little while before giving it to a friend, but I would say it's very much on a par with Mora. :tu: If I needed yet another scandi knife I would have no problem with getting myself one of these. :)
Right the orange one is the slimmer version HVK
Green one is the much beffier GK,
the GK is very chunky and would not be for everyone, it fits ok in my fat hands though and has a solid feel, the blade is 3mm thick and feel like you could pry a door open with it :D the blade is very sharp and nicely made, its carbon steel,
the HVK is a more bushcraft sized knife, and fits much nicer in the hand, blade length the same but a thinner 2.5mm thick, both blades are 3 5/8 long the HVK has a 4 and a half inch grip and the GK has a longer 5inch grip,
i will get a mora in the end to compare them but i think it will be the HVK i use the most and the GK for harder work ,
I'm sure one of us can send you some Sazabi ;)
I'm sure one of us can send you some Sazabi ;)
:D
I'm sure one of us can send you some Sazabi ;)
:D
:pok:
http://www.heinnie.com/prodtype.asp?strPageHistory=search&numSearchStartRecord=1&CAT_ID=913 (http://www.heinnie.com/prodtype.asp?strPageHistory=search&numSearchStartRecord=1&CAT_ID=913)
>:D :D
Wow, the handle looks great, did you varnish it or just polished?I sanded it to 400, and clearcoated it with an auto finish.
Here are my Coye knives.....
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e171/frstr8/Coye%20Knives/2b947689.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e171/frstr8/Coye%20Knives/CoyeKnives23.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e171/frstr8/Coye%20Knives/Oscar%20Mike/OscarMike003Labeledcopy.jpg)
And this one has been with me since I received it. PERFECT EDC.
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e171/frstr8/Coye%20Knives/61af78c2.jpg)
I like those a lot! :drool:
@Chako :D
You have some classy looking stuff Frstr8 :tu:
Interesting material, how much is 1960's $17 in today's dollar?
That is a very pretty knife.Interesting material, how much is 1960's $17 in today's dollar?
About $122!
@Frstr8
More nice knives and great pictures! :salute:
My newest fixed (kitchen) knife
I'm cheating as it doesn’t look this good in real life :D
It's a re-handled Sabatier
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/SAK%20scales/020412021.jpg)
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/SAK%20scales/020412009.jpg)
I picked up this one very recently. I really like the blade shape and the scales are quite unfinished. It's called a Nessmuk made by condor. Should come in handy this summer, pretty much just needed a kitchen knife for camping.
Stay multi my friends
The LTM3 I believe, actually I just posted on the Tilley thread I kind of want a smaller brim with no snaps. Oh it is the nylantium air-flo correct.I picked up this one very recently. I really like the blade shape and the scales are quite unfinished. It's called a Nessmuk made by condor. Should come in handy this summer, pretty much just needed a kitchen knife for camping.
Stay multi my friends
What's that Tilley? looks like an Airflo with side snaps. :think: My Airflo doesn't have side snaps. :rant:
I picked up this one very recently. I really like the blade shape and the scales are quite unfinished. It's called a Nessmuk made by condor. Should come in handy this summer, pretty much just needed a kitchen knife for camping.
Stay multi my friends
Got to love an old Kuk or 3 :)
I'm sure I've put up this picture somewhere else on the forum but it has a good reason for being here as well.
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/Knives/phonedump010.jpg)
Another Finnish knife, though this one is by Marttiini. :)
Doing some gardening this afternoon as an excuse to carry this newly sharpened Bowie
(Thanks to Kwakster for knife advice :salute: )
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/16092012019b.jpg)
Hopefully a better picture :tu:
Blade 5 ¾ overall length 10 ½ :salute:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/17092012007.jpg)
Stihl helped me with the tree :cheers:
Just got given a bowie, it's fitting in alright so far.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8185/8078409932_87364d377f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/drjohnzoidberg/8078409932/)
That looks nice JA :tu:
Who made it Mate?
Really nice Warncliffe. His blades are really coming along!
That looks nice JA :tu:
Who made it Mate?
its a TT PocketTool,s one off knife.
cpmS30v
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary-20.jpg)
How big is it please Terry? its hard to tell from the picture :think: 4” blade?
How big is it please Terry? its hard to tell from the picture :think: 4” blade?
Yeah, that's about right. I don't have it with me right now as I'm in a doctor's waiting room. Sorry for not scaling it with something.
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some lovely looking knives there Kiak. :salute:
I didn't think the orange scales worked that well. Those beads and paracord really balance it outI like the visibility aspect of the orange. I've really come to like that kind of lanyard with the pony beads... simple to make and use, and very effective too.
Looks lovely. :D Now be careful not to cut yourself. ;)
(http://i671.photobucket.com/albums/vv78/baja820/IMG_20130223_145613_zps9795b616.jpg)
Looks lovely. :D Now be careful not to cut yourself. ;)
Oh dang why did you have to say that........ :P
I have not cut myself in a while, but i'm about due. I have a permanent scar from the last one and thankfully the numbness went away in my finger.
If I cut myself with the Cold Steel i'm probably losing a finger. :D
Looks lovely. :D Now be careful not to cut yourself. ;)
Oh dang why did you have to say that........ :P
I have not cut myself in a while, but i'm about due. I have a permanent scar from the last one and thankfully the numbness went away in my finger.
If I cut myself with the Cold Steel i'm probably losing a finger. :D
:pok: for your own safety we will need to take that knife away from you.. :police:
:D :D
Ok be gentle guys. This is my first attempt at a making a knife. It is an old File. The grinds are not even however it has taken a good edge and cuts well. The wood for the handles was a gift from my father in law and is cocobolo.
Mate, that looks excellent. :tu:
Great job Mark :tu: How is your edge holding up?Thanks Hubert.
Pic of my user, love this baby. Dozier:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-HS8bXHb7tnw/UVm88CVY0FI/AAAAAAAAApk/6Lw1b_Xlx_c/s512/Dozier3.JPG)
Cheers
At the moment I am building a new handle (arizona desert ironwood) for a wharncliffe blade (charcoal forged).
:cheers:
At the moment I am building a new handle (arizona desert ironwood) for a wharncliffe blade (charcoal forged).
:cheers:
Interesting :popcorn:
At the moment I am building a new handle (arizona desert ironwood) for a wharncliffe blade (charcoal forged).
:cheers:
Interesting :popcorn:
Hmmm..not happy with the handle shape at all.. :think:
At the moment I am building a new handle (arizona desert ironwood) for a wharncliffe blade (charcoal forged).
:cheers:
Interesting :popcorn:
Hmmm..not happy with the handle shape at all.. :think:
It doesn’t look very comfortable to me with those sticky out pins >:D
:D
The beast
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-gYEdpJFXjTM/UWPDUCGo2JI/AAAAAAAAAUk/-Yny64lBq1o/s1225/DSC_0075.JPG)
Hold on while I get a photo of a kitchen knife from the kitchen... :facepalm:
Hold on while I get a photo of a kitchen knife from the kitchen... :facepalm:
:tu:
I found this Victorinox 6inch serrated kitchen knife in a second hand shop today
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/Kitchen%20Knives/17052013015.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/Kitchen%20Knives/17052013015.jpg.html)
I'd be cautious about using it for anything like batoning and the like... YouTube is full of videos of the big Ontario knives snapping in half.The beast
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-gYEdpJFXjTM/UWPDUCGo2JI/AAAAAAAAAUk/-Yny64lBq1o/s1225/DSC_0075.JPG)
hott
My kind of knife, reminds me of the old eskilstunas that always were very used around here, that engraving seems really nice :tu:
Nice collection Heinz :cheers:
I'd be cautious about using it for anything like batoning and the like... YouTube is full of videos of the big Ontario knives snapping in half.The beast
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hott
I'd trust an Esee, but not an Ontario.
My kind of knife, reminds me of the old eskilstunas that always were very used around here, that engraving seems really nice :tu:
Thanks Ramon, :tu: what is a eskilstuna?
Nice collection Heinz :cheers:
I think I posted this elsewhere :think:Nice!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8522/8586378611_05a4962b74_c.jpg)
Just bought this Bahco 2444, my first fixed blade other than kitchen knives.
I didn't know they existed and thought it was a Mora imitation, but it is a real Swedish.
Cleaning and sharpening my new Robinson 'scout knife' yesterday :tu:
Cleaning and sharpening my new Robinson 'scout knife' yesterday :tu:
Wow that cleaned up nicely. o.o
Gathered some barnacles, from Syro's island rudimentary rocks with my Bahco. Dived and swimmed with it and it stayed in place. This is the knife for me. I'm going to get some more.
Actually the ONLY fixed blade I have at the moment, I present you...
This old ugly thing :D
It's about 20 years old Marttiini Leuku 250/2. It has very weird ugly finish (probably why it was cheap), but it served me well when I was a teen and right through the military service...
And let me tell you, this thing can chop wood ;)
I couldn't find the 'What did you use your fixed blade for today' thread :think: so...
I started making a handle for my latest Billhook from a pick ax handle using 'Lofty' :tu:
I couldn't find the 'What did you use your fixed blade for today' thread :think: so...
I started making a handle for my latest Billhook from a pick ax handle using 'Lofty' :tu:
Very nice tony :drool:
I couldn't find the 'What did you use your fixed blade for today' thread :think: so...
I started making a handle for my latest Billhook from a pick ax handle using 'Lofty' :tu:
Very nice tony :drool:
+1 :tu:
Thanks Guys :tu:
thats my second try ::) fingers crossed :D
Bill hooks were made for all kinds of wood working in the countryside,
Every area had a different version depending on the type of job/wood in that area
At one time I guess every blacksmith would make his version for the workers in his area so the blades would vary according to the tasks and vegetation
Lots more here :drool:
http://www.timelesstools.co.uk/billhooks1.htm
And if you click on Rob Bell's link you will see some English hedge laying using a bill hook :salute:
( http://www.hedgelaying.org.uk/ )
Hi, im rob from the lake district, England
im a profesional hedge layer ( http://www.hedgelaying.org.uk/ )and fencing contractor with a fixation for axes & Bill Hooks, mainly Elwell but if it chops ill have it. I found this site by accident.
Im a country lad & keep a few chucks, grow some vedge & shoot a bit of game
this what you had in mind Sparky415
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v212/ROBBELL/gear033.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ROBBELL/media/gear033.jpg.html)
Sorry Terry the hedgelaying link is Robs
Rob is a newish member here (I hope he doesen't mind me posting these)Hi, im rob from the lake district, England
im a profesional hedge layer ( http://www.hedgelaying.org.uk/ )and fencing contractor with a fixation for axes & Bill Hooks, mainly Elwell but if it chops ill have it. I found this site by accident.
Im a country lad & keep a few chucks, grow some vedge & shoot a bit of game
And this is his shed :drool:
this what you had in mind Sparky415
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v212/ROBBELL/gear033.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ROBBELL/media/gear033.jpg.html)
http://www.hedgelaying.org.uk/
Terry, everyone should own a billhook. ;)
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/Billhook013.jpg)
If you are truly tempted mate, I would suggest you buy something old. The cost:quality ratio is much higher on the old pieces. The modern ones tend to be cheap, but very thin, more like machetes than real billhooks. a real billhook will normally be quite thick and have some mass to it. :)
Terry,
Happy to help Mate, its only the past few years that I've been learning about them :tu:
More hedge laying
http://www.timelesstools.co.uk/hedgelaying.htm
Gareth,
You are right about the newer ones but Morris are still making the real deal :tu:
http://www.timelesstools.co.uk/Timeless_special.htm
What's cooking? :D
that's a good looking knife mate. :drool:
that's a good looking knife mate. :drool:
That is is. :tu: I see I can get it locally for about $40 which is almost the double the US price but still quite affordable. And those scales look great too.
EDIT: That Skinner looks even better. :ahhh
that's a good looking knife mate. :drool:
That is is. :tu: I see I can get it locally for about $40 which is almost the double the US price but still quite affordable. And those scales look great too.
EDIT: That Skinner looks even better. :ahhh
I paid $22 for it plus shipping, Wich is very cheap for such a well made knife.
That skinner looks great. I can see one of those ending up in my mailbox if the price is right... :whistle:
Edit: the price was right :D
Just ordered a Glock Field Knife. I have heard almost no complaints about it and i have always wanted one so im pretty excited. Its a model 78 "without root saw." Anyone use one?
Just ordered a Glock Field Knife. I have heard almost no complaints about it and i have always wanted one so im pretty excited. Its a model 78 "without root saw." Anyone use one?
I've heard and read good things about it too but haven't actually handled one. Looking forward to hearing what you have to say about it once you've had time to play with it. :cheers:
Just ordered a Glock Field Knife. I have heard almost no complaints about it and i have always wanted one so im pretty excited. Its a model 78 "without root saw." Anyone use one?
I've heard and read good things about it too but haven't actually handled one. Looking forward to hearing what you have to say about it once you've had time to play with it. :cheers:
+ 1 :-)
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that's a good looking knife mate. :drool:
That is is. :tu: I see I can get it locally for about $40 which is almost the double the US price but still quite affordable. And those scales look great too.
EDIT: That Skinner looks even better. :ahhh
I paid $22 for it plus shipping, Wich is very cheap for such a well made knife.
That skinner looks great. I can see one of those ending up in my mailbox if the price is right... :whistle:
Edit: the price was right :D
that's a good looking knife mate. :drool:
edit - just googled it an found it is indeed very reasonably priced. :tu: I really like the look of the Skinner as well.
(http://stormeroutdoors.com/Boker/02RY688_1.jpg)
that's a good looking knife mate. :drool:
edit - just googled it an found it is indeed very reasonably priced. :tu: I really like the look of the Skinner as well.
(http://stormeroutdoors.com/Boker/02RY688_1.jpg)
When I googled Boker Magnum, I found this.http://www.boker.de/us/fixed-blade-knife/magnum/tactical-knife/02RY149.html. Can it be anything but a looker?
They call it both a Tactical Knife and an unusual dagger. I'm leaning towards unusual.
that's a good looking knife mate. :drool:
That is is. :tu: I see I can get it locally for about $40 which is almost the double the US price but still quite affordable. And those scales look great too.
EDIT: That Skinner looks even better. :ahhh
I paid $22 for it plus shipping, Wich is very cheap for such a well made knife.
That skinner looks great. I can see one of those ending up in my mailbox if the price is right... :whistle:
Edit: the price was right :D
I feel slightly guilty asking for pictures now.....but not all that guilty. :D
Got the Boker Magnum Elk Hunter Skinner yesterday. Heres a pic. Ill post some more about it after it has seen some more use.
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That looks amazing mate! :)
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Got the Boker Magnum Elk Hunter Skinner yesterday. Heres a pic. Ill post some more about it after it has seen some more use.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/12/gyrasygu.jpg)
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I got one yesterday, as well :tu:
I really like the size, it was smaller than I expected, but that's a good thing :)
Got the Boker Magnum Elk Hunter Skinner yesterday. Heres a pic. Ill post some more about it after it has seen some more use.
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I got one yesterday, as well :tu:
I really like the size, it was smaller than I expected, but that's a good thing :)
I happened to find myself looking at this Boker again and was wondering how you two were getting along with them? :)
Got the Boker Magnum Elk Hunter Skinner yesterday. Heres a pic. Ill post some more about it after it has seen some more use.
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I got one yesterday, as well :tu:
I really like the size, it was smaller than I expected, but that's a good thing :)
I happened to find myself looking at this Boker again and was wondering how you two were getting along with them? :)
Honestly, it hasn't seen any more use than cutting up some sausage, yet... But that it did quite well. Just, I don't really get to carry it in my urban environment.
Anyone have thoughts about the kukri? I don't need one as I don't do much bushwhacking any more, just cool to own one. Brands, length etc....
Great collection :tu:
Can you tell us more about 'Sese' please Dmanuel?
Got the Boker Magnum Elk Hunter Skinner yesterday. Heres a pic. Ill post some more about it after it has seen some more use.
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I got one yesterday, as well :tu:
I really like the size, it was smaller than I expected, but that's a good thing :)
I happened to find myself looking at this Boker again and was wondering how you two were getting along with them? :)
Honestly, it hasn't seen any more use than cutting up some sausage, yet... But that it did quite well. Just, I don't really get to carry it in my urban environment.
Fair enough. I've got the same problem, basically no reason to carry/use a sheath knife in my day-to-day life either. :-\ Would you call it well put together though?
Maybe if I could convince my wife it's a new kitchen knife? :think:
Gahhh! I don't need one, I don't need one!! :ahhhYou do NEED one!
Cheers for the feedback mate. :cheers:
Gahhh! I don't need one, I don't need one!! :ahhhYou do NEED one!
Cheers for the feedback mate. :cheers:
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Great collection :tu:
Can you tell us more about 'Sese' please Dmanuel?
He is a local bladesmith that makes his blades from leaf springs and ball bearing steel. He trained with JEST here in Philippines which is a Joint Military Camp between the US and Philippine military, their instructors are mainly the best "bushmen" from one of the local tribes called Aeta (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aeta) that have been living in the jungle for a few years now ;)
He specializes in traditional shaped blades but he is always open to new designs and always has a ton of different designs on hand. Being a bushcrafter at heart means he really knows what others are looking for, and if you don't he is more than happy to walk you through different blade geometries until you find the one that will work best for your needs. Great guy to work with, and often includes a blade or two for free when you purchase from him.
You can contact Dr. Arvin Sese (https://www.facebook.com/groups/177563835718142/) directly to see about purchasing one. I know he ships worldwide.
Gahhh! I don't need one, I don't need one!! :ahhhYou do NEED one!
Cheers for the feedback mate. :cheers:
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Ductapetech is right. You do need one >:)
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I also have blades similar to dmanuel. :tu:
If Batangas have their balisongs and the South have their kris, the northern part of the Philippines
esp. the Ifugaos have these kind of blades:
(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC_0120-1.jpg) (http://s306.photobucket.com/user/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/media/DSC_0120-1.jpg.html)
Grooves on the steel blade are from leaf springs.
Have been going through a bit of a personal renaissance with my ontario ct1 macheteNice ones brother. :tu:
Here it is a few years ago with my eco-drives
(http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/uu131/dellusionindustries/DSCF5729.jpg)
and a quick photo today with my 18" 'Brasileiro'
(http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/uu131/dellusionindustries/DSCF8192_zps233a46cc.jpg)
What i love about the ontario is the 3mm 1095 blade. I often read about 'true machete users' favouring the 2mm or even 1.5mm blades. Personally i think it depends on what you are after. For me compact portability is a big concern and when you go shorter you can afford to go stouter. The ontario 12" has a similar weight to my thinner 18".
I have been reflecting on the little machete and decided its time for me to get round to rehandling it with homemade micarta. One reason for the mod is i want the handles to be detachable. I still need to test the theory but since majority of the work done on longer machetes is only on the top 6" i figure i could fashion a longer handle from a sapling to improve reach/leverage if the regular need arises.
So far i have removed the handle and shaved off the jutting lower 4th rivet, still deciding on exact colours for handle
Sweet looking mora. How do you like it?
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Keep us updated on how the test goes. I look forward to your thoughts on it.
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Keep us updated on how the test goes. I look forward to your thoughts on it.
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I have been reflecting on the little machete and decided its time for me to get round to rehandling it with homemade micarta. One reason for the mod is i want the handles to be detachable. I still need to test the theory but since majority of the work done on longer machetes is only on the top 6" i figure i could fashion a longer handle from a sapling to improve reach/leverage if the regular need arises.
So far i have removed the handle and shaved off the jutting lower 4th rivet, still deciding on exact colours for handle
my fixed blade contribution
(https://scontent-b-mad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t1.0-9/10291687_10153118707096664_6630510775686622077_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/1554418_10153118707091664_6061397306582163715_n.jpg?oh=ab837c56e23d3995de2b09c020924022&oe=546BFD97&__gda__=1416509181_90c4e9f54f057f98d24573a4dddbbe5b)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10371510_10153144855596664_5356740591490971840_n.jpg?oh=4d31754b9c301189adb21c23c83632d1&oe=547449D1&__gda__=1416648647_729a6f0fbbcb543bcc9e35036d4a81c9)
my fixed blade contribution
(https://scontent-b-mad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t1.0-9/10291687_10153118707096664_6630510775686622077_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/1554418_10153118707091664_6061397306582163715_n.jpg?oh=ab837c56e23d3995de2b09c020924022&oe=546BFD97&__gda__=1416509181_90c4e9f54f057f98d24573a4dddbbe5b)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10371510_10153144855596664_5356740591490971840_n.jpg?oh=4d31754b9c301189adb21c23c83632d1&oe=547449D1&__gda__=1416648647_729a6f0fbbcb543bcc9e35036d4a81c9)
A Muela and a Cudeman? I can tell you live in Spain. :D I've got knives by both of them myself and really like them. :tu:
The Cudeman has seen quite someabuseaction, easy to sharpen, and takes a good edge. Mt go to fixed blade if thing go rough. The Muella takes a good edge to, but besides sharpening a vampire stake, I have not used it that much.
Interesting, never knew Spain has a vampire problem. :D
The Cudeman has seen quite someabuseaction, easy to sharpen, and takes a good edge. Mt go to fixed blade if thing go rough. The Muella takes a good edge to, but besides sharpening a vampire stake, I have not used it that much.
Interesting, never knew Spain has a vampire problem. :D
Interesting, never knew Spain has a vampire problem. :D
I think they call them "wascas" over there. :D
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad271/harronek/bbd14ced82a28b60c1b01deabcc18fdf_zps4046a82c.jpg)How about a mini review on that little guy? :)
Ken
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad271/harronek/bbd14ced82a28b60c1b01deabcc18fdf_zps4046a82c.jpg)How about a mini review on that little guy? :)
Ken
Here's one little beauty I own.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/05/f0b078d4b9c557fcf75bac3cb49cca4e.jpg)
Thanks mate. :cheers:(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad271/harronek/bbd14ced82a28b60c1b01deabcc18fdf_zps4046a82c.jpg)How about a mini review on that little guy? :)
Ken
I'll put something together tonight .
Ken
Thanks mate. :cheers:(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad271/harronek/bbd14ced82a28b60c1b01deabcc18fdf_zps4046a82c.jpg)How about a mini review on that little guy? :)
Ken
I'll put something together tonight .
Ken
:tu:Thanks mate. :cheers:(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad271/harronek/bbd14ced82a28b60c1b01deabcc18fdf_zps4046a82c.jpg)How about a mini review on that little guy? :)
Ken
I'll put something together tonight .
Ken
I just started a thread on the review forum about the No Bother :)
Ken
Just a little companion for my small hatchet.
I can't quite make out the manufacturers; what are those models? :)
I can't quite make out the manufacturers; what are those models? :)
Only Mtech USA Xtreme, nothing special - i didn´t even have any use for them, but i loved the look. ::)
Small, but massive toys, made from 440C full tang.
'americanised-tanto concept':twak: Merica!! :)
Aye, thanks. No idea if i will ever use them, i just liked them for the look ..... and they are matching to my OHT. :think: :DNow you got a good reason and set up to do some camping and bushcrafting.
That's a cool looking machete, Dale. :D
Really sweet blade. :2tu:
It'll look even better when it's done a years hard work and got some signs of carry/use on it >:D :D :D
I know, I was kidding. ;)That's a cool looking machete, Dale. :D
Really sweet blade. :2tu:
I think you can't call it a machete, it's more of a big bowie.
+1 on the coolness factor, too!
Like! :tu: :tu: :tu:It'll look even better when it's done a years hard work and got some signs of carry/use on it >:D :D :D
LOL, Hard work??? I have a special tool for cutting things & such...
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/2014-07-23155011_zpsacc0c2c6.jpg)
(Speaking softly).... "these are my big sticks (fixed blades)".
* A1 Fallkniven (blade is 1/4" thick and 6.5" long, wrapped in paracord, with home-made sheath w/back clip).
* 18" Mexican machete in leather scabbard (made by a leatherman in Central Mexico).
Oh, and a Mexican charro hat :hatsoff: - with the SwissChamp SAK thrown in there for size referencing! Raul
It'll look even better when it's done a years hard work and got some signs of carry/use on it >:D :D :D
LOL, Hard work??? I have a special tool for cutting things & such...
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/2014-07-23155011_zpsacc0c2c6.jpg)
Here is one I made and gave as a present yesterday.Nice work Dks.
I will do a write-up on the process, for some of them, at a later day
(http://media.tumblr.com/2de02ad0f6eadb59c4da55daf5ba18c3/tumblr_inline_nbqk0dVHOk1sic50v.jpg)Nice ones. Love the top one.
(http://media.tumblr.com/2de02ad0f6eadb59c4da55daf5ba18c3/tumblr_inline_nbqk0dVHOk1sic50v.jpg)
(http://media.tumblr.com/2de02ad0f6eadb59c4da55daf5ba18c3/tumblr_inline_nbqk0dVHOk1sic50v.jpg)
What's the handle on the bottom one? Looks good whatever it is. :tu:
(http://media.tumblr.com/2de02ad0f6eadb59c4da55daf5ba18c3/tumblr_inline_nbqk0dVHOk1sic50v.jpg)
What's the handle on the bottom one? Looks good whatever it is. :tu:
Thanks!, it is a self made jute cord + epoxy wrapping on a Lauri blade.
additional photo:
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Thanks!, it is a self made jute cord + epoxy wrapping on a Lauri blade.
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Thanks!, it is a self made jute cord + epoxy wrapping on a Lauri blade.
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I like that alot :tu:
The only two I have are an old Western Co. 66 stainless and a John Landi carbon steel blades. Both see no use!
This is a Randall Model 15 CDT that I bought last week.that is a nice looking knife.
This is a Randall Model 15 CDT that I bought last week.that is a nice looking knife.
I just bought this knife on ebay for $28 inc shipping. 12cm blade, full tang high carbon steel. Its handmade in China, by as far as I can tell a competent blade smith. The ingraving on the handle suggest that it was originally made for a US company.
I tested it a bit in the woods today, and it cuts and batons real well :)
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From left to right: Ka Bar Next Gen, Gerber Warrant, Gerber BG Ultimate Survival Knife, Mora?
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I just bought this knife on ebay for $28 inc shipping. 12cm blade, full tang high carbon steel. Its handmade in China, by as far as I can tell a competent blade smith. The ingraving on the handle suggest that it was originally made for a US company.
I tested it a bit in the woods today, and it cuts and batons real well :)
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I've been looking for this knife and dont seem to be coming across it. Could you please steer me in the right direction please? How's it holding up?
I love that little blade!That's nice! It's like a beautiful shank, perfect handle size, with a all you need size blade!
That's got lovely clean lines mate :)
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This great little Finnish Puukko knife just arrived in the mail.
The handle is made from curled birch and raindeer antler.
A big thank you to Crow who helped me find a Finnish online shop who sends knives internationally. :salute:
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Love the one in the top pic.
Nate
This great little Finnish Puukko knife just arrived in the mail.
The handle is made from curled birch and raindeer antler.
A big thank you to Crow who helped me find a Finnish online shop who sends knives internationally. :salute:
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Ooooh, very nice. :tu: Got a link?
Dale, toolguy and SAK Guy, those are some sweet blades! Thanks for sharing.+1 Great knives! :drool:
Nate
A drop point hunter with desert ironwood handle made by Tank of T-Bar-K ranch in Texas.Some great knives in this thread, but this one is just gorgeous. :drool:
:drool: Someone adopt me. :pok:
Dale, toolguy and SAK Guy, those are some sweet blades! Thanks for sharing.
Nate
A drop point hunter with desert ironwood handle made by Tank of T-Bar-K ranch in Texas.Some great knives in this thread, but this one is just gorgeous. :drool:
:drool: Someone adopt me. :pok:
I will think about it..... :think: can you cook?
:drool: Someone adopt me. :pok:
I will think about it..... :think: can you cook?
Does cook mean not setting the breakfast on fire? :D
Co
Case 334 in a Savage custom sheath
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:drool: :drool: :drool:Co
Case 334 in a Savage custom sheath
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Thanks toolguy !
That's nice!
Nate
That's nice!
Nate
That's nice!
Nate
+1 :tu:
Man, you've got some great looking knives. :salute:
Anybody into a good strong camp knife handmade by Jim Sasser? My friend has one that is used and shows it but looks like it still would work really well. Its about 7½ inches long with micarta handle. What is this thing worth? Any ideas?
My work knife.
I posted this in another thread, but reckon it deserves to be in here too
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I posted this in another thread, but reckon it deserves to be in here too
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Whats that one Al? something Italian? :think:
I posted this in another thread, but reckon it deserves to be in here too
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I posted this in another thread, but reckon it deserves to be in here too
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=50835.0;attach=140946;image)
Ah, this is your camping cook's knife, right? Looks good. :)
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Not stunning or interesting, but cheap thick and comfortable in the hand. They should make pretty good work knives for me, also the first fixed blades I purchased for myself. I'm going to need to make individual sheaths for them as I have no plans of skinning so I won't need both at a time.
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Not stunning or interesting, but cheap thick and comfortable in the hand. They should make pretty good work knives for me, also the first fixed blades I purchased for myself. I'm going to need to make individual sheaths for them as I have no plans of skinning so I won't need both at a time.
Thats the Gerber Moment, right?
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My work knife.
This looks like some kind of Bud Nealy boot knife.
Work knife ?
Beautiful knife there mate :)
Its a old boker bud nealy mcs from the 90'sMy work knife.This looks like some kind of Bud Nealy boot knife.
Work knife ?
I try to keep my work knives separate from my other knives because I cut alot of toxic crap. I don't want paint thinner in my lunch meat lol .
Its a old boker bud nealy mcs from the 90'sMy work knife.This looks like some kind of Bud Nealy boot knife.
Work knife ?
I try to keep my work knives separate from my other knives because I cut alot of toxic crap. I don't want paint thinner in my lunch meat lol .
I've owned of few of his knives over the years.I've also owned a sheath that would clip onto the inside of my boot.
My most recent fixed blade
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Condor 2inch Bushcraft
I always liked the looks of BRKT knifes but, dang, they are expensive over here.
Beautiful knives and sheathes Dale!!!
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Probably showed this before but I had it out on the table and took a (crummy) pic of it.
An old Robt Klass SS dager blade that I put a rustic pecan handle on.....made the simple riveted sheath too. It's usually in with my swords...looks kinda medieval.
Just picked this up today, a Buck 679. Canadian Tire had them on sale for $17....and you couldn't wait to get home to open it?
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Just picked this up today, a Buck 679. Canadian Tire had them on sale for $17.
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At least I made it out of the store before I opened it!! :rofl:Just picked this up today, a Buck 679. Canadian Tire had them on sale for $17....and you couldn't wait to get home to open it?
Like I'd be any different :rofl:
I wasn't planning on getting a knife, just went to the knife aisle as I always do, and saw that on clearance for $17. I had to have one at that price!! I've been wanting a smaller PE fixed blade for a bit, and this should fit the bill.
Thats a bargain!
Looking forward to hear what you think of it, after it has seen some use.
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At least I made it out of the store before I opened it!! :rofl:Just picked this up today, a Buck 679. Canadian Tire had them on sale for $17....and you couldn't wait to get home to open it?
Like I'd be any different :rofl:I wasn't planning on getting a knife, just went to the knife aisle as I always do, and saw that on clearance for $17. I had to have one at that price!! I've been wanting a smaller PE fixed blade for a bit, and this should fit the bill.
Thats a bargain!
Looking forward to hear what you think of it, after it has seen some use.
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They actually had a bunch of folders, mostly Gerbers on clearance. They had the SwissTool on for I think $49. Their website is showing regular prices, so it must just be that store clearing out old stock.
Anybody ever try flintknapping? I've always wanted to try my hand at it to make a fixed blade..
JR
Oh heck yeah, but just to have nothing fancy just something with a 3-4" blade and a paracord wrapped handle, or even a leather wrapped, I think that would look awsome! Hey you'd never have to worrie about setting off any metal detectors!Anybody ever try flintknapping? I've always wanted to try my hand at it to make a fixed blade..
JR
I have never tried it, but have wondered many times how a flint knife would work as a EDC knife. :think:
Carrying one for a month would be a real Old School challenge :D
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Oh heck yeah, but just to have nothing fancy just something with a 3-4" blade and a paracord wrapped handle, or even a leather wrapped, I think that would look awsome! Hey you'd never have to worrie about setting off any metal detectors!Anybody ever try flintknapping? I've always wanted to try my hand at it to make a fixed blade..
JR
I have never tried it, but have wondered many times how a flint knife would work as a EDC knife. :think:
Carrying one for a month would be a real Old School challenge :D
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JR
LOL :rofl: oh, that's a good one!Oh heck yeah, but just to have nothing fancy just something with a 3-4" blade and a paracord wrapped handle, or even a leather wrapped, I think that would look awsome! Hey you'd never have to worrie about setting off any metal detectors!Anybody ever try flintknapping? I've always wanted to try my hand at it to make a fixed blade..
JR
I have never tried it, but have wondered many times how a flint knife would work as a EDC knife. :think:
Carrying one for a month would be a real Old School challenge :D
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JR
I can see the headlines now:
"Mad plumber tried to smuggle a stone knife past the metal detektors ..." :D
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KA-BAR
Good this there's no length limit. :whistle:(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG1143.jpg?m=1428268372)
KA-BAR
Looks like you threw those knives into the tree as you were holding you rod and reel :D
When the moon hits your eye
Like a big pizza pie, that's a Mora.
:D
Finally got all (I think) of the Moras together..... + the Laplander saw.Do you have a favourite?
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Finally got all (I think) of the Moras together..... + the Laplander saw.Do you have a favourite?
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:2tu:Finally got all (I think) of the Moras together..... + the Laplander saw.Do you have a favourite?
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In wood, the Classic Orig No. 2 Laminated, in synthetic, the 510/KJE 545 (SS). :tu:
Classic Laminated No. 2's
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Here's the 510 and 545
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Finally got all (I think) of the Moras together..... + the Laplander saw.Wow! Nice collection!
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I think that knife is pretty well thought of mate :)
Finally got all (I think) of the Moras together..... + the Laplander saw.Wow! Nice collection!
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I know that the Gerber BG stuff gets a pretty bad rap, but I have been batonning and splitting big logs for almost a year without any problems. This pic is from a recent woods expedition. I was knocking the branches off a fallen over tree. I could have used a heavier knife or a hatchet, but I was running belt carry only because by 5.11 Rush 12 Backpack is coming in a few days. This Gerber is a beater blade for me.
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I'm turning 40 in 2 weeks, gift was ordered in Feb and collected a few weeks ago.
I guess a link is a no-no, but if you google "camp gecko namibia" you can take a look at some of Rene's knives.
.....Swiss dude making knives in the middle-of-nowhere-Namibia with 2 hours generator power a day.
The blade was a rough cut out when I first saw it, D2, and big 8)
I held the giraffe bone the handle was made from, and I like all things brass, so..... :gimme:
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:imws: Very nice knife mate!!!
Link is not a no-no, unless its your 1st post and you are just trying to spam the forum.8)
Wow! Nice!! Great Friend!!!
Wow! Nice!! Great Friend!!!
Yeah! Wish someone would give me ammo, too!
:D :D :D :D
If it's like the original then it's completely unkillable mate :D
The are a puma trail guide from 1980, and custom user by Shaun McIntyre. It has a Japanese temper blade and tapered tang.(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/13/eb1b6588357c9a227dd1d234bba69976.jpg)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/13/20a4e49050a7fc90a256267691efe315.jpg)Very nice mate. :tu:
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The bottom knife is gorgeeeeeeeeeous
The are a puma trail guide from 1980, and custom user by Shaun McIntyre. It has a Japanese temper blade and tapered tang.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/13/eb1b6588357c9a227dd1d234bba69976.jpg)
Got lucky just a few weeks ago and caught the DPX Gear HEFT 6 Woodsman on special. Here it is with the Spyderco Tenacious I got thanks to the forum posting the deal :D
(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/raistlin121/woodsman2_zpsp8qshdvc.jpg)
Here is my BK-2, gifted by a wonderful friend on another forum.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BK-2_zpsfvadky3d.jpg)
Got lucky just a few weeks ago and caught the DPX Gear HEFT 6 Woodsman on special. Here it is with the Spyderco Tenacious I got thanks to the forum posting the deal :D
(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/raistlin121/woodsman2_zpsp8qshdvc.jpg)
Very nice!!! :2tu:
Here is my BK-2, gifted by a wonderful friend on another forum.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BK-2_zpsfvadky3d.jpg)
Got lucky just a few weeks ago and caught the DPX Gear HEFT 6 Woodsman on special. Here it is with the Spyderco Tenacious I got thanks to the forum posting the deal :D
(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/raistlin121/woodsman2_zpsp8qshdvc.jpg)
Very nice!!! :2tu:
Here is my BK-2, gifted by a wonderful friend on another forum.
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Got lucky just a few weeks ago and caught the DPX Gear HEFT 6 Woodsman on special. Here it is with the Spyderco Tenacious I got thanks to the forum posting the deal :D
(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/raistlin121/woodsman2_zpsp8qshdvc.jpg)
Very nice!!! :2tu:
Here is my BK-2, gifted by a wonderful friend on another forum.
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Lol, I checked, my friend is indeed on another forum. :tu:
Got lucky just a few weeks ago and caught the DPX Gear HEFT 6 Woodsman on special. Here it is with the Spyderco Tenacious I got thanks to the forum posting the deal :D
(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/raistlin121/woodsman2_zpsp8qshdvc.jpg)
Very nice!!! :2tu:
Here is my BK-2, gifted by a wonderful friend on another forum.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BK-2_zpsfvadky3d.jpg)
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Lol, I checked, my friend is indeed on another forum. :tu:
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:D :D
Is the 49 good to go, or was it truly ruined as well? :(
I guess it originally looked like this :drool: i love bowies,i guess its crocodile dundees fault lol
I think I posted these too but they're good for a bump.Definitely deserve a bump! :tu:
Western W36 variants
Tramontina GauchoI do like their blades. :tu: Used them for many years.
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I have several of these in different styles. Bought them back when they were 12-15 bucks ea. on the bay....some have a cowboy etch, some the sharpener and I'm sure my grandson will think they are the bomb.
A good quality knife that gets razor sharp and disassembles easy for thorough cleaning. :tu:
added: I have the others put up but when Ifindget them out, I'll shoot them. ::)
This beauty just arrived in the mail :mail:My better third bought me one a few years back and there a fantastic bushcraft knife :)
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Its a Helle Temagami. I was surprised to discover that it was designed by Les Stroud.
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Wow! Love that blade Grathr!
Nate
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Was in the bottom of one of my knife bags...don't think I posted it. Decent knock around knife that sharpens up well. Fits the hand very comfortably.
Cold Steel Canadian Belt Knife. (indoor pic-sorry)
I believe he help designed this knife way before the multitool snafu.
Nate
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I believe he help designed this knife way before the multitool snafu.
Nate
That's us mobile
If I remember rightly he also did an axe design that I really liked the look of as well. Done with Wetterlings, I think? :think:
Edit - yup, it was Wetterlings: http://www.wetterlings.com/bushman-axe-by-les-stroud/
I think the overall involvement of celebrities in the design of their "own" products is discussing their pay check. Do you assume that all these actresses design their own perfume and clothes ranges or have any idea/care about what they are?
If they happen to work with an established/good company like helle or Gerber you get a decent product. If they work with a low cost/Inexperienced company then you get a bad product.
....and they always claim to have chosen the best company and that many others were begging them to work with them but they were not willing to sell out..
If you read some interviews of Les you would think camillus was the same as LM.
On a different note the fixed blades seem OK.
.......and now I'm poor :D
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A recent Mora Forest laminated hunter I found.:drool: :drool: :drool:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Frosts%20Laminated%20Forest%20Hunter_zpsjxlihxdu.jpg)
A recent Mora Forest laminated hunter I found.Ohhhhhh....like that! 8)
A recent Mora Forest laminated hunter I found.Ohhhhhh....like that! 8)
I missed out on a Helle Bessegen (payday came too late) at a local gun shop, but fortunately I found somebody else willing to order some for me.
Want to get the Eggen and Bessegen, only laminated steel knives in my price range, and the Bessegen feels like it was made for my hand.
How do you the Bushcraft Black?
I love mine.
Nate
That's us mobile
Just in today....looks and feels awesome!!!!!! Sharpened up effortlessly....it might be the knife for all my emergency and camping bags....great grip too, might be the total pkg!!!! :tu:Forget about "might be"....will be! 8)
How do you the Bushcraft Black?
I love mine.
Nate
That's us mobile
I forgot to ask you Nate....is it holding up well...keeps a good edge in the field? You use it camping and such? How is the blade coating holding up?
You micro beveled yours?
Nate
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It's a thoroughly discussed topic on bushcrafting sites and helps smaller scandi grind knives maintain their edge better...I discovered that second hand as that was the way I have freehand sharpened for 40 years and only recently found out that there was a name for it.
QuoteIt's a thoroughly discussed topic on bushcrafting sites and helps smaller scandi grind knives maintain their edge better...I discovered that second hand as that was the way I have freehand sharpened for 40 years and only recently found out that there was a name for it.
:cheers: no arguing with experience
You micro beveled yours?
Nate
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Forgive me if I'm over explaining or telling you something you already know. :salute:
It's a fancy word for saying I put a regular edge on it just like my other knives. On scandi grind knives (like Moras) you are supposed to lay them flat on the grind and sharpen (like you do I think) and that maintains the factory edge and grind. Works great!!! It maintains the "zero grind" edge that most Moras come with.
On my Moras, I steepen the angle slightly when I sharpen so it makes a small secondary edge that is still extremely sharp but (reportedly) less prone to chipping/rolling. It's a thoroughly discussed topic on bushcrafting sites and helps smaller scandi grind knives maintain their edge better...I discovered that second hand as that was the way I have freehand sharpened for 40 years and only recently found out that there was a name for it. Frankly, it's the only way I know how to sharpen and works on everything I have. I'm too old (and crotchety) to learn something new! :D
Sounds like it is unnecessary on that big robust Bushcraft Black!!
Here's a pic of my edge......
You micro beveled yours?
Nate
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Forgive me if I'm over explaining or telling you something you already know. :salute:
It's a fancy word for saying I put a regular edge on it just like my other knives. On scandi grind knives (like Moras) you are supposed to lay them flat on the grind and sharpen (like you do I think) and that maintains the factory edge and grind. Works great!!! It maintains the "zero grind" edge that most Moras come with.
On my Moras, I steepen the angle slightly when I sharpen so it makes a small secondary edge that is still extremely sharp but (reportedly) less prone to chipping/rolling. It's a thoroughly discussed topic on bushcrafting sites and helps smaller scandi grind knives maintain their edge better...I discovered that second hand as that was the way I have freehand sharpened for 40 years and only recently found out that there was a name for it. Frankly, it's the only way I know how to sharpen and works on everything I have. I'm too old (and crotchety) to learn something new! :D
Sounds like it is unnecessary on that big robust Bushcraft Black!!
Here's a pic of my edge......
I meant more if it came that way or did you do it yourself. Still, thanks for the info!
That blade looks good sharpened that way. I just sharpen the whole edge. They are very easy to sharpen I think. No guess work on the angles or anything like that. Just place it on the stone and go for it.
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I'm liking the one on the left Dale. Who made it?
Which BRKT is that?
Nice pics! :tu:
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Great pics Z!!!!! :cheers:
sexy :tu:
My reason for being bankrupt this month...it's a cliche, but I'm happy I got it...
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Youtube cliche and real-world icon? :D
NOT a cliche. It's iconic! :tu:
sexy :tu:
Thanks! :cheers:
sexy :tu:
Thanks! :cheers:
oh, and nice knife too !!
:D
My reason for being bankrupt this month...it's a cliche, but I'm happy I got it...
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Youtube cliche and real-world icon? :D
Youtube cliche and real-world icon? :D
Well, I was actually a bit serious, too. I think your BK2 is one of those production knives that people will still be talking about and buying 50 years from now as a classic design, like the Buck 110, the Ka-Bar USMC, and the SAK Classic SD.
BK7 :)
That was the factory kydex sheath that came with it plus a bit of paracord and an attachment point I added.
That was the factory kydex sheath that came with it plus a bit of paracord and an attachment point I added.
That appears to be a much better sheath than came with the BK7. :)
To bad you can not get an decent edge on it SG. How long is the blade on it? That big ole recurve aught to be able to cut, chop up about any thing. :D
Nice handles too...are they wood, horn?
Nice handles too...are they wood, horn?
Wood. Described as "root wood" IIRC. :)
Nice handles too...are they wood, horn?
Wood. Described as "root wood" IIRC. :)
Thank you!
Quick! What's that root!
(http://spd.fotolog.com/photo/45/51/54/elgurth/1226047876301_f.jpg)
( Yeah, I watch too many movies!)
Got this Rough Rider Drop Point (http://www.heinnie.com/rough-rider-drop-point-hunter) a little while ago and have to say that I'm happy enough. Perhaps it's not surprising to hear given RR's reputation, but this is one well made and cheap knife. If I'm being a bit fussy I'd say the handle is too slim even for my modest sized mitts. Not uncomfortable in the short term, but I'd also not want to use it for hours at a time.
Sorry for the rubbish camera shots, they really don't do this lovely little knife justice.
That Ek is beautiful! The KaBars not bad either! :)
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Nice handles too...are they wood, horn?
Wood. Described as "root wood" IIRC. :)
Thank you!
Quick! What's that root!
(http://spd.fotolog.com/photo/45/51/54/elgurth/1226047876301_f.jpg)
( Yeah, I watch too many movies!)
Nice handles too...are they wood, horn?
Wood. Described as "root wood" IIRC. :)
Thank you!
Quick! What's that root!
(http://spd.fotolog.com/photo/45/51/54/elgurth/1226047876301_f.jpg)
( Yeah, I watch too many movies!)
We're just rewatching 'Robin of Sherwood' from back in the 80's (Clannad, Hearne the Hunter etc) and I thought - got to rewatch Excalibur too. Great film, especially when the ragged Lancelot returns in a big way.
Nice handles too...are they wood, horn?
Wood. Described as "root wood" IIRC. :)
Thank you!
Quick! What's that root!
(http://spd.fotolog.com/photo/45/51/54/elgurth/1226047876301_f.jpg)
( Yeah, I watch too many movies!)
We're just rewatching 'Robin of Sherwood' from back in the 80's (Clannad, Hearne the Hunter etc) and I thought - got to rewatch Excalibur too. Great film, especially when the ragged Lancelot returns in a big way.
Michael Praed or Jason Connery? :D I loved that when I was a kid and have enjoyed watching it again as an adult. Not seen it in quite a few years now though.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNXMfRvEN28
Have a couple of new to me fixed blades coming in this week.What are they then mate? :)
Have a couple of new to me fixed blades coming in this week.:popcorn:
They're here, pics in a bit.... >:D:nanadance:
Sorry it took so long but as usual, I'm moving slow today. Hope it was worth the wait.You know we just gotta :pok: a little. :D
Nice knives! :tu:
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Nice shots Higgy!!!!!!! :cheers:
Good ones Dale!
Nice shots Higgy!!!!!!! :cheers:+1 to both! :tu:
Nice pics Higgs!
What model is that?
And your knives are :drool: as always Dale!
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Nice one SG!
Nice one SG!
+1 :tu:
Totally awesome Dale!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :cheers:
I'm amazed at the number of quality blades you have!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice ones SG. Are those old school Mora Hunters. I dont see much but synthetic handles on Mora type knives now days
Nice ones SG. Are those old school Mora Hunters. I dont see much but synthetic handles on Mora type knives now days
Thank you!!! Yes David, could be 50's to 90's. I have emails out to Mora and others trying to track down models and dates. The Frosts are laminated carbon with cores @ 60-61 HRC and the Eriksson is Sandivik 12C27m Stainless @ 58 HRC
Better pics here.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,59997.msg1130051.html#msg1130051
Smaller/aging consumer base, more difficult to obtain/rising cost.....Mora discontinued most of it's Orig Classic laminated line last year keeping only the #1 size. Their straight carbon is so good maybe it was harder to justify the laminate blades anymore. I try to buy them whenever they come up used at a decent price. The older/Laminate line also had had full length tangs. Newer (red handle) Classics are 3/4 tang but still very tough knives.
That is very cool!
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Mercy sakes there SG you got me on eBay looking at Russells and Moras.
Cool pics with that Morgan silver dollar with your knives SG!
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Helle Symphoni. My new favourite knife. 8)
Very nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :2tu:
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Helle Symphoni. My new favourite knife. 8)
Becker BK4 MachaxExcellent.... 8)
Becker BK4 Machax
Becker BK4 MachaxExcellent.... 8)
I can't make my mind up, BK4 or BK9.....can't get both.
Thank you G and SG. The BK4, 5, 15 are being disco'd. There are some good prices out there for those who might be interested in those Becker knives.
Thank you G and SG. The BK4, 5, 15 are being disco'd. There are some good prices out there for those who might be interested in those Becker knives.
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Camp Knife!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ETA:
Ahhhhhhh.....the deed is done. (http://www.thepondforum.com/images/smilies/cigar.gif)
Thank you G and SG. The BK4, 5, 15 are being disco'd. There are some good prices out there for those who might be interested in those Becker knives.
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Camp Knife!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ETA:
Ahhhhhhh.....the deed is done. (http://www.thepondforum.com/images/smilies/cigar.gif)
:popcorn:
One in my Amazon cart!!!!!!! :tu: Waiting on funding......... :facepalm:
Just a Camp Knife...BK-5 @ $54
SG I just see the faces at the Labor Day picnic when you pull out the BK5 to slice up the watermelon! :o :D
Thank you G and SG. The BK4, 5, 15 are being disco'd. There are some good prices out there for those who might be interested in those Becker knives.
That quite a blade there SG. Great score. :tu: :)
Wow, looks like it was worth every penny too!!That quite a blade there SG. Great score. :tu: :)
Thanks David!!! It's been in the works for several months...final payment last week finally got it here. Wanted a spearpoint Rio Grande Camp Bowie knife for a long time
Wow, looks like it was worth every penny too!!That quite a blade there SG. Great score. :tu: :)
Thanks David!!! It's been in the works for several months...final payment last week finally got it here. Wanted a spearpoint Rio Grande Camp Bowie knife for a long time
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I'm pretty certain Bark River Knives makes all the Classic Blackjack models now, and Bark River handles warranty repair for Blackjack knives. So Mike Stewart seems to still be involved in their production.
Going to have to learn how to sharpen convex edges for this one and my Trail Master so I'll cut some different stuff to see how the edges hold up. I'll keep it nice like all my blades.
Going to have to learn how to sharpen convex edges for this one and my Trail Master so I'll cut some different stuff to see how the edges hold up. I'll keep it nice like all my blades.
You could always take the easy way out and get a Worksharp (http://www.worksharptools.com/sharpeners-12/power-sharpeners/work-sharp-knife-and-tool-sharpener.html). As a mini belt sander, it can do a convex edge. I'm sure a commercial belt sander is how your knives got their original edges :)
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
:tu: I have a strop paddle and abrasives on the way so we will see.....the youtube videos make it seem soooo easy!!! :rofl:
Yeah, I'll probably have to buy the power one that raistlin65 linked above...... :facepalm:
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
Think opposite of hollow grind (think of hollow grind as concave, rounded inward) and for your edge bevel (not sure the technical term, just, the bevel that does the cutting) I'll attach a pic I'm gonna draw :tu:
It can be accomplished with sandpaper on a mouse pad, and trailing the edge when you sharpen.
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
:tu: I have a strop paddle and abrasives on the way so we will see.....the youtube videos make it seem soooo easy!!! :rofl:
Yeah, I'll probably have to buy the power one that raistlin65 linked above...... :facepalm:
You know you want to try it. The temptation of new knife gear.
This arrived yesterday....
Blackjack Warner-Moran Rio Grande Bowie
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
:tu: I have a strop paddle and abrasives on the way so we will see.....the youtube videos make it seem soooo easy!!! :rofl:
Yeah, I'll probably have to buy the power one that raistlin65 linked above...... :facepalm:
You know you want to try it. The temptation of new knife gear.
Am I that transparent? Thought I hid it better! :rofl:
This arrived yesterday....
Blackjack Warner-Moran Rio Grande Bowie
That.Is.Just :ahhh :gimme:
Bark River Knives is the best thing that's ever happened to my FB timeline, just pretties it up constantly!
I am deeply thankful that I have no realistic way of buying any, because I'll likely end up homeless in a gutter dressed in scraps and fondling my collection of BRK's :rofl:
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
:tu: I have a strop paddle and abrasives on the way so we will see.....the youtube videos make it seem soooo easy!!! :rofl:
Yeah, I'll probably have to buy the power one that raistlin65 linked above...... :facepalm:
You know you want to try it. The temptation of new knife gear.
Am I that transparent? Thought I hid it better! :rofl:
Don't admit it. Just tell people you feel neglected if the UPS guy or postman doesn't come to visit with a new package every few days :mail:
Thanks David!! Now I really have to learn to sharpen convex edges.... :facepalm:
Cant help you there my friend. Dont know how either. I'm not even sure what a convex edge is. They talk alot about them over on the BK&T forum at BF espically on the BK4. I've been around knives and sharpening them most all my life but dont really seem to understand what all the fuse is about the convex grind. Maybe I can learn something new? :)
:tu: I have a strop paddle and abrasives on the way so we will see.....the youtube videos make it seem soooo easy!!! :rofl:
Yeah, I'll probably have to buy the power one that raistlin65 linked above...... :facepalm:
You know you want to try it. The temptation of new knife gear.
Am I that transparent? Thought I hid it better! :rofl:
Don't admit it. Just tell people you feel neglected if the UPS guy or postman doesn't come to visit with a new package every few days :mail:
:rofl: You clearly have this all worked out!!! :cheers:
Bark River Essential with M4 steel. SG I forgot about this knife. It has an convex edge. I've had it for a while but havent used it much. I guess I'll be learning how to sharpen a convex edge sooner than I thought. I'm off to order Bark Rivers sharpening kit from KSF. :D
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
:tu:
Love me some moras. I just have to get one with a wood handle. Do they still make the one with the finger guard on the edge side, like the 511?
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
:tu:
Love me some moras. I just have to get one with a wood handle. Do they still make the one with the finger guard on the edge side, like the 511?
The 612
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mora-FTFT612-Knives-Fixed-Knife-Carbon-Steel-Morakniv-Classic-8-1-2-Overall-4-1-/262002310508?hash=item3d008dfd6c
Here's mine but it's the #1 size.....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Frosts_zpsa16b27dd.jpg)
Bark River Essential with M4 steel. SG I forgot about this knife. It has an convex edge. I've had it for a while but havent used it much. I guess I'll be learning how to sharpen a convex edge sooner than I thought. I'm off to order Bark Rivers sharpening kit from KSF. :D
Nice Barkie!!!! :2tu:
That was the kit I ordered but I'm wondering if my 10" blades needed a bigger paddle..... ???
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
Good wrap job on the BK14!
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
Even though I'm still trying to figure where they fit into my life, I love fixed blades ::)
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
That knife is :drool:Even though I'm still trying to figure where they fit into my life, I love fixed blades ::)
Wait?
You have more fixed blades than you could possibly wear out in a lifetime?
Welcome to the club! :D
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Bark River Essential with M4 steel. SG I forgot about this knife. It has an convex edge. I've had it for a while but havent used it much. I guess I'll be learning how to sharpen a convex edge sooner than I thought. I'm off to order Bark Rivers sharpening kit from KSF. :D
Nice Barkie!!!! :2tu:
That was the kit I ordered but I'm wondering if my 10" blades needed a bigger paddle..... ???
Proably wouldnt hurt to have a larger paddle for the bigger blades. Should be easy enough to make if you can find the leather.Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
Looks great SG!
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
That knife is :drool:
You have more fixed blades than you could possibly wear out in a lifetime?
Welcome to the club! :D
You have more fixed blades than you could possibly wear out in a lifetime?
Welcome to the club! :D
Another club I qualify for... and I have another fixed blade coming next week...
I think I need help. :facepalm:
BK-5 in the house!!!! In a word.....AWESOME!!!!!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Becker%20BK-5%20with%20grips_zpsdet7jyya.jpg)
Thanks guys for the heads up on these being discontinued!!!!! It was the push I needed to go ahead and get one!!! :salute:
The Convex sharpening kit from KSF is here...my try it this afternoon if I get to feeling better.....
The Convex sharpening kit from KSF is here...my try it this afternoon if I get to feeling better.....
I hope you feel better soon!
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The Convex sharpening kit from KSF is here...my try it this afternoon if I get to feeling better.....
I hope you feel better soon!
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Thank you G. I'm getting really tired of this. :(
The Convex sharpening kit from KSF is here...my try it this afternoon if I get to feeling better.....
I hope you feel better soon!
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Thank you G. I'm getting really tired of this. :(
As a 20 year old who is no weak lad, I take my health for granted often. I can only imagine the feeling of the vessel not keeping up with the spirit. However, it seems that your spirit (I mean that like, who you are, not like some magical entity) is clearly very strong (reading about Ra, there's no two ways about it. You must be an incredibly strong individual.) and that, is no small thing. Here's to hoping it goes into permanent remission, for someone who certainly deserves it :cheers:
BK-5 in the house!!!! In a word.....AWESOME!!!!!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Becker%20BK-5%20with%20grips_zpsdet7jyya.jpg)
Thanks guys for the heads up on these being discontinued!!!!! It was the push I needed to go ahead and get one!!! :salute:
BK-5 in the house!!!! In a word.....AWESOME!!!!!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Becker%20BK-5%20with%20grips_zpsdet7jyya.jpg)
Thanks guys for the heads up on these being discontinued!!!!! It was the push I needed to go ahead and get one!!! :salute:
:gimme: :gimme: :gimme:
BK-5 in the house!!!! In a word.....AWESOME!!!!!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Becker%20BK-5%20with%20grips_zpsdet7jyya.jpg)
Thanks guys for the heads up on these being discontinued!!!!! It was the push I needed to go ahead and get one!!! :salute:
Wow that's quite a knife you have!
BK-5 in the house!!!! In a word.....AWESOME!!!!!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Becker%20BK-5%20with%20grips_zpsdet7jyya.jpg)
Thanks guys for the heads up on these being discontinued!!!!! It was the push I needed to go ahead and get one!!! :salute:
Glad the BK5 has landed!!!
Wow that's quite a knife you have!
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Just wish I could have gotten my grandfather to talk about the war some and the history of this knife. Probably a ugly story but history none the less.
BK-5 in the house!!!! In a word.....AWESOME!!!!!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Becker%20BK-5%20with%20grips_zpsdet7jyya.jpg)
Thanks guys for the heads up on these being discontinued!!!!! It was the push I needed to go ahead and get one!!! :salute:
Glad the BK5 has landed!!!
I like it so well, I may snag one more to put back before they are all gone (I usually wait till they are gone then pay 2X the price).
Wow that's quite a knife you have!
:gimme:]
Just wish I could have gotten my grandfather to talk about the war some and the history of this knife. Probably a ugly story but history none the less.
The Convex sharpening kit from KSF is here...my try it this afternoon if I get to feeling better.....
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
:tu:
Love me some moras. I just have to get one with a wood handle. Do they still make the one with the finger guard on the edge side, like the 511?
The 612
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mora-FTFT612-Knives-Fixed-Knife-Carbon-Steel-Morakniv-Classic-8-1-2-Overall-4-1-/262002310508?hash=item3d008dfd6c
Here's mine but it's the #1 size.....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Frosts_zpsa16b27dd.jpg)
Here's the Broderna-Jonsson Mora that I cleaned up using Grathr's soda technique. Really proud of this one!!! :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Broderna%20-%20Jonsson_zpsi1nxgrkt.jpg)
Thanks again bud!!!! :salute:
:tu:
Love me some moras. I just have to get one with a wood handle. Do they still make the one with the finger guard on the edge side, like the 511?
The 612
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mora-FTFT612-Knives-Fixed-Knife-Carbon-Steel-Morakniv-Classic-8-1-2-Overall-4-1-/262002310508?hash=item3d008dfd6c
Here's mine but it's the #1 size.....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Frosts_zpsa16b27dd.jpg)
Here's the pic I was looking for....
Looks much nicer to my eye with those micarta grips. 8) I need a pair of those for my BK7. :)
Looks much nicer to my eye with those micarta grips. 8) I need a pair of those for my BK7. :)
Stuck the Micarta grips on and was looking at sheath pouch options today.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Tac%20Tues%208-18_zpsuksjbxmj.jpg)
Here are a couple of mine. Smaller one arrived today. Grohmann #4 and #3 with Water Buffalo Horn handles. The #3 was the version with the piggyback sheath with marlin spike.
Stuck the Micarta grips on and was looking at sheath pouch options today.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Tac%20Tues%208-18_zpsuksjbxmj.jpg)
:drool: :tu: :gimme:
Anyway I savaged it with an angle grinder to make a Bowie machete - see below, put a razor sharp edge on the front half of the blade and left a nice durable hacking edge on the back half. Rough knife for outdoor work. And the only fixed blade I own outside of my kitchen.
Lasher Tools here in South Africa produce Cold Steel machetes (well not sure if they still do but they did at one point).
Looks much nicer to my eye with those micarta grips. 8) I need a pair of those for my BK7. :)
Thanks David!! They feel better too...not as slippery and solid, balances the 5 a bit better!!!
Here are a couple of mine. Smaller one arrived today. Grohmann #4 and #3 with Water Buffalo Horn handles. The #3 was the version with the piggyback sheath with marlin spike.
Looks much nicer to my eye with those micarta grips. 8) I need a pair of those for my BK7. :)
Thanks David!! They feel better too...not as slippery and solid, balances the 5 a bit better!!!
Those look great, really a pity I can't get them for my BK2 and the BK9 that will be mine some time this year....
Local supplier doesn't carry them, and the price is a bit rough......
Check your country's Amazon website.
QuoteCheck your country's Amazon website.
That's a lot of bread to chuck in the water and hope, different story if I lived in SA (which I thankfully don't), but we're a very small market and delivery, courier costs and import duties could easily turns this into a nightmare...
Sounds like your leaning towards the BK9?
find a suitable deal when the time comesOur currency is tied 1:1 to the South African Rand, and from the news that's bound to hit 1:13 against the US$ and 1:20 against the Pound........prices will only get worse :oops:
Just picked up the CRKT minimalist Bowie and Obake.
Mr Zoidberg......I hope there's a fishing rod involved as well? :D
Same with the minimalist, I almost bought the same one, but questioned what I'd use it for-"like that's enough of a reason not to get one :rofl:
Swapped out sheaths on the BK-5. Had an old Spec Ops Combat Master on an Ontario Marine knife. The sheath is sized to 8.5 inch blades so it's a better fit on the BK-5. The idea was suggested by a guy in a Becker forum that was upgrading his BK-5 to one of the Spec Ops sheaths. I checked the fit for him and liked it so well that it's staying on the Camp. :cheers:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Spec%20Ops%20-%20BK5_zpsucuicut5.jpg)
Thanks bud!!!! I ordered several more this morning to upgrade some fixed blades that are in my "go" bags so each can be in a proper sheath with an accessory pouch. The old one I have is OD but sadly, they don't offer that color now so had to go with coyote and black.
The Spec Ops stuff is way overbuilt for rough use and the sheaths reflect that philosophy.
Awesome bunch!!!! Congrats!!!!! :cheers:
Awesome bunch!!!! Congrats!!!!! :cheers:
Thanks! And thanks for the 612 link :D it's my favorite Mora, I love love love the handle, and the finger guard is exactly what I want.
I'm on a crazy fixed blade kick, and loving it! Not a month ago I couldn't see the point in a fixed blade, as realistically you can do 99.9% of your cutting tasks with a folder. But now I see. This CRKT will be in my pocket for a while I imagine!
Me to!
I have no idea what you lot are on about. :whistle:
I have no idea what you lot are on about. :whistle:
Zoidberg surely you've got a Becker or two to show off?
Yes SG. I started with the black compound and was going no where fast. I was sort of concerned until I remembered the Essential was made with M4 steel. I got some 1500 grit sand paper and used that and now have a nice edge. Need to finish it up with the green compound. :)
Yes SG. I started with the black compound and was going no where fast. I was sort of concerned until I remembered the Essential was made with M4 steel. I got some 1500 grit sand paper and used that and now have a nice edge. Need to finish it up with the green compound. :)
Cool!!! Every time I get it set up...something comes up and distracts me....the latest distraction....my humidor arrived tonight and I am "seasoning" it..
I have no idea what you lot are on about. :whistle:
Zoidberg surely you've got a Becker or two to show off?
Sorry to disappoint you buddy.
Yes SG. I started with the black compound and was going no where fast. I was sort of concerned until I remembered the Essential was made with M4 steel. I got some 1500 grit sand paper and used that and now have a nice edge. Need to finish it up with the green compound. :)
Cool!!! Every time I get it set up...something comes up and distracts me....the latest distraction....my humidor arrived tonight and I am "seasoning" it..
A worthy distraction. :tu:
I have no idea what you lot are on about. :whistle:
Zoidberg surely you've got a Becker or two to show off?
Sorry to disappoint you buddy.
No SAKnight my friend...the Z Man has gone "BB" (Beyond Becker) and presently classed as "VT" (Von Tempsky)...... :D
:whistle:
Schrade 152 and BRK Essential.
I did it again..... :facepalm:
I have no idea what you lot are on about. :whistle:
Zoidberg surely you've got a Becker or two to show off?
Sorry to disappoint you buddy.
No SAKnight my friend...the Z Man has gone "BB" (Beyond Becker) and presently classed as "VT" (Von Tempsky)...... :D
Von... Tempsky? To google!
Edit: Ooh, very nice! Not sure what I'd do with a monster like that!
Very nice David!! :cheers:
I did it again..... :facepalm:
I did it again..... :facepalm:
:ahhh :D
I did it again..... :facepalm:
Great Beckers R!
Great Beckers R!
+1 and..........
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO...cough, cough OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Me want........ :facepalm:
In today, another Russell Hunter. User grade w/ sheath.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Grenn%20River%20Russell%20Hunter%20user_zpsrqedkd9j.jpg)
In today, another Russell Hunter. User grade w/ sheath.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Grenn%20River%20Russell%20Hunter%20user_zpsrqedkd9j.jpg)
Another beauty!
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That is gorgeous, what are the handles made of?
Reckon that is a really great collection you have there SG! 8) I remember those from back in the day. i always thought I get one or two but never did for some reason.
Now there is this Becker thing going on. Ordered some micrata grips for the BK7 and stainless hardware for the Bk7 and Bk11.
Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
Reckon that is a really great collection you have there SG! 8) I remember those from back in the day. i always thought I get one or two but never did for some reason.
Now there is this Becker thing going on. Ordered some micrata grips for the BK7 and stainless hardware for the Bk7 and Bk11.
Thanks bud!! Hey, did you get that hardware off the bay....the only ones I could find there were in Aust...the last set I bought (for my BK-2, then lost) were in the states and included the wrench. Got the others coming and that's fine but wanted an extra wrench.
Nice collection SAKnight!!! :cheers:
Thank you David!!!! :salute:
Tried the convex kit tonight.....the Rio Grand Bowie is about 95% done, a razor up to the last inch or so but the grind is infinitesimally off on the point so that may be part of it. The tip's pretty sharp but needs more time.
The Trail Master slicked right up and is scary sharp! :ahhh
Reckon that is a really great collection you have there SG! 8) I remember those from back in the day. i always thought I get one or two but never did for some reason.
Now there is this Becker thing going on. Ordered some micrata grips for the BK7 and stainless hardware for the Bk7 and Bk11.
Thanks bud!! Hey, did you get that hardware off the bay....the only ones I could find there were in Aust...the last set I bought (for my BK-2, then lost) were in the states and included the wrench. Got the others coming and that's fine but wanted an extra wrench.
Got mine here (http://www.coyleoutdoors.com/becker-accessories/#cc-m-product-9748973783) and they sell extra wrenches. I saw they have very recently started selling on the bay also.
Not sure of the size Sn. I think the stainless hardware for the larger Beckers takes a 5/32 allen wrench. I ordered slotted head bolts from the link in post 1907 so I could use a regular screwdriver on them. :)
I really want the Ken onion work sharp :drool:
I really want the Ken onion work sharp :drool:
I have the less expensive basic model, and it works great. The big advantage of the Ken Onion seems to be that it comes with guides for a wider range of angle profiles. I think the sanding belts may be wider, too (not sure). But for $70, the basic model is a great device for the money if you'd rather save your cash for another knife.
What I like, too, about the work sharp is how useful it is for quickly putting an edge on tools other than knives. For instance, was able to take an old hatchet and put a decent working edge on it in less than 5 minutes. I have a small yard, so my lawnmower blade hasn't need it yet, but I look forward to trying that next. Should be really easy to sharpen with a work sharp.
Not sure of the size Sn. I think the stainless hardware for the larger Beckers takes a 5/32 allen wrench. I ordered slotted head bolts from the link in post 1907 so I could use a regular screwdriver on them. :)
:facepalm: Great idea.......
Went ahead and snagged some hex and screw sets from Coyle...got the last set of slotted big Becker screws.
Thanks David!!! :cheers:
BK7 :)
BK7 :)
Yeeeeaaaah, I'm probably gonna have to get one of those at some point......... :facepalm:
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
:facepalm:
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
:facepalm:
:pok: What's that? Have you got one on the way, or are we laughing at me :think: :D
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
:facepalm:
:pok: What's that? Have you got one on the way, or are we laughing at me :think: :D
:facepalm: on the way.......
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
:facepalm:
:pok: What's that? Have you got one on the way, or are we laughing at me :think: :D
:facepalm: on the way.......
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
:facepalm:
:pok: What's that? Have you got one on the way, or are we laughing at me :think: :D
:facepalm: on the way.......
You are getting a lot of nice knives with nylon sheaths that have the right kind of straps. Get a molle tactical vest like this
(http://www.lifeandlibertygear.com/ebay/CONDOR-ModularVestOD.jpg)
Then you can EDC all your new knives at once. There's room on the back of that to strap on more :D
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
:facepalm:
:pok: What's that? Have you got one on the way, or are we laughing at me :think: :D
:facepalm: on the way.......
You are getting a lot of nice knives with nylon sheaths that have the right kind of straps. Get a molle tactical vest like this
(http://www.lifeandlibertygear.com/ebay/CONDOR-ModularVestOD.jpg)
Then you can EDC all your new knives at once. There's room on the back of that to strap on more :D
EBay had 'em under $42, for that price I'd buy three if I could afford it. Seriously, it's that good. Not a crazy hard user (not that you couldn't, just not the right shape), but what a slicer and general user! Ffg and a great profile. And the length over the other tweeners with the blade thinness makes it feel so nimble.Thanks guys!
SG those are gorgeous. Love the classic look
These Beckers really are multiplying... I want another 15, it was only $42! I gotta get a 13 (remora) for my 5 too... And I still have a 7, 9, and 10 to acquire... Dunno about 11, 16, and likely no 14. I love these darn knives.
:salute: Yeah, I like the looks of the 15 (and they are being discontinued)....may be one in my future...... ;)
:facepalm:
:pok: What's that? Have you got one on the way, or are we laughing at me :think: :D
:facepalm: on the way.......
You are getting a lot of nice knives with nylon sheaths that have the right kind of straps. Get a molle tactical vest like this
(http://www.lifeandlibertygear.com/ebay/CONDOR-ModularVestOD.jpg)
Then you can EDC all your new knives at once. There's room on the back of that to strap on more :D
An answer to a problem I didn't even realize I suffer from as well! :rofl:
Instead of the tac vest you might to try Duckman carry. :)
Instead of the tac vest you might to try Duckman carry. :)
I did something
I did something
Cool!!! Seen that done once before on a different knife.....good job on the paracord!!!! :cheers:
I did something
Cool!!! Seen that done once before on a different knife.....good job on the paracord!!!! :cheers:
Thanks! :cheers: Had a piece that ended up being just the right length! Was it, by any chance, a BK9?
I did something
Cool!!! Seen that done once before on a different knife.....good job on the paracord!!!! :cheers:
Thanks! :cheers: Had a piece that ended up being just the right length! Was it, by any chance, a BK9?
Looked instantly familiar so it could have been exactly that....done a lot of Becker research lately!
BK7 :)
8) :tu: :)
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
Wow, those are :drool:
Sg, great looking 15! How do you like it? I'm fully in love with my 17, broke it in last night with some hardwood batonning/carving :D
I'll take some pics in a sec :tu:
Well, only one was any good. Looky!
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
:facepalm:
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
:facepalm:
They have them for the larger Beckers, so you could wait until you get one of those. A lot of cool color choices: https://www.theknifeconnection.net/becker-bk2-10-g10-scales/
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
:facepalm:
They have them for the larger Beckers, so you could wait until you get one of those. A lot of cool color choices: https://www.theknifeconnection.net/becker-bk2-10-g10-scales/
Yeah......I like those but would have to wait till I get a 7 or 9.
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
:facepalm:
They have them for the larger Beckers, so you could wait until you get one of those. A lot of cool color choices: https://www.theknifeconnection.net/becker-bk2-10-g10-scales/
Yeah......I like those but would have to wait till I get a 7 or 9.
Well, they have 'em for the models you already have, too. ;)
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
:facepalm:
They have them for the larger Beckers, so you could wait until you get one of those. A lot of cool color choices: https://www.theknifeconnection.net/becker-bk2-10-g10-scales/
Yeah......I like those but would have to wait till I get a 7 or 9.
Well, they have 'em for the models you already have, too. ;)
LOL! Yes but these Ka-Bar scales were 40 bucks a pop for a functional upgrade...if I swap em now it would be 60+ for an aesthetic upgrade......can't do that for a knife that's going into a wildfire/weather/trouble bag. We'll see how it goes but even my shopaholic daughter says I'm spending too much money.... :facepalm:
That's usually a....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWwOJlOI1nU
...sign
Yeah, like a KEN ONION WORK SHARP (after working a couple hours last night on that convex blade). :facepalm:
Yeah, like a KEN ONION WORK SHARP (after working a couple hours last night on that convex blade). :facepalm:
Well, at least with the Work Sharp there is a certain utilitarian return. You might get a lot more use out of it than additional knives for your collection or knives for emergency bags. And the guides with it do make it very easy to keep the profile angle consistent as you sharpen. Just have to make certain you don't grind off the tip (watch tutorial videos on YouTube).
And the Work Sharp is fast. I got a Buck Vantage Force last year which was dull from the factory. Got that blade improved in five minutes or so with the Work Sharp. :)
Yeah, like a KEN ONION WORK SHARP (after working a couple hours last night on that convex blade). :facepalm:
Yes. A belt sander like that puts on a convex edge.
People prefer convex because the edge lasts longer; a lot of people carry bark river knives, right, which are all covex? And you can sharpen one in the field: http://woodtrekker.blogspot.com/2010/08/sharpening-convex-edge-in-field.html
Yes. A belt sander like that puts on a convex edge.
People prefer convex because the edge lasts longer; a lot of people carry bark river knives, right, which are all covex? And you can sharpen one in the field: http://woodtrekker.blogspot.com/2010/08/sharpening-convex-edge-in-field.html
Tried that Woodtrekker method on the bowie before I ordered the KSF kit...couldn't get it to work for me. I even tried some 1500 grit sandpaper (that David mentioned) backed by a soft leather pad followed by black then green work on the KSF kit....still couldn't get that last 1.5 inches shaving sharp. Makes me crazy!!!!!!!!!! :ahhh
Yes. A belt sander like that puts on a convex edge.
People prefer convex because the edge lasts longer; a lot of people carry bark river knives, right, which are all covex? And you can sharpen one in the field: http://woodtrekker.blogspot.com/2010/08/sharpening-convex-edge-in-field.html
Tried that Woodtrekker method on the bowie before I ordered the KSF kit...couldn't get it to work for me. I even tried some 1500 grit sandpaper (that David mentioned) backed by a soft leather pad followed by black then green work on the KSF kit....still couldn't get that last 1.5 inches shaving sharp. Makes me crazy!!!!!!!!!! :ahhh
Are you using the technique for the belly that virtuovice uses with stropping (can't remember)? Jump to half way: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uunAbAWmSX4
Yes. A belt sander like that puts on a convex edge.
People prefer convex because the edge lasts longer; a lot of people carry bark river knives, right, which are all covex? And you can sharpen one in the field: http://woodtrekker.blogspot.com/2010/08/sharpening-convex-edge-in-field.html
Tried that Woodtrekker method on the bowie before I ordered the KSF kit...couldn't get it to work for me. I even tried some 1500 grit sandpaper (that David mentioned) backed by a soft leather pad followed by black then green work on the KSF kit....still couldn't get that last 1.5 inches shaving sharp. Makes me crazy!!!!!!!!!! :ahhh
Are you using the technique for the belly that virtuovice uses with stropping (can't remember)? Jump to half way: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uunAbAWmSX4
Pretty much, tried heel to tip as well....that guy makes it look so easy. I think I need more abrasive on the strop too (according to that vid). I'll try again....my angle is higher too due to the 1/4 blade thickness and steep convex.
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
Wow, those are :drool:
Sg, great looking 15! How do you like it? I'm fully in love with my 17, broke it in last night with some hardwood batonning/carving :D
I'll take some pics in a sec :tu:
Well, only one was any good. Looky!
Great pic!!!! I like the 15. It's a really nice size and I know folks down the upturned blade shape as poor for tasks like hunting but I used similar upturned blade (a Schrade Walden 147) for 30 years hunting and never poked a gut or ruined anything.
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
Wow, those are :drool:
Sg, great looking 15! How do you like it? I'm fully in love with my 17, broke it in last night with some hardwood batonning/carving :D
I'll take some pics in a sec :tu:
Well, only one was any good. Looky!
Great pic!!!! I like the 15. It's a really nice size and I know folks down the upturned blade shape as poor for tasks like hunting but I used similar upturned blade (a Schrade Walden 147) for 30 years hunting and never poked a gut or ruined anything.
Thanks!
I agree about the 15. It's funny, my friend has one, it was the first Becker I handled. We were in the woods last night for an overnighter, and he had his 15, and I my 17. Both were very effective, and did a ton of work with no edge deformation (I mean, literally batonning :D ). Love the 17, but the 15 slices so well, and the trailing edge is just nice, it's like extra belly.
I love the 5 now though. Now that it doesn't look like a kitchen knife ::)
I'd love to get scales, but I'm not about to double the cost of any of these just to look nice... For a while, anyway. Just hard, when I spent 40 and 50 for the 5 and 15, to drop 30-40 just for scales ::)
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
Wow, those are :drool:
Sg, great looking 15! How do you like it? I'm fully in love with my 17, broke it in last night with some hardwood batonning/carving :D
I'll take some pics in a sec :tu:
Well, only one was any good. Looky!
Great pic!!!! I like the 15. It's a really nice size and I know folks down the upturned blade shape as poor for tasks like hunting but I used similar upturned blade (a Schrade Walden 147) for 30 years hunting and never poked a gut or ruined anything.
Thanks!
I agree about the 15. It's funny, my friend has one, it was the first Becker I handled. We were in the woods last night for an overnighter, and he had his 15, and I my 17. Both were very effective, and did a ton of work with no edge deformation (I mean, literally batonning :D ). Love the 17, but the 15 slices so well, and the trailing edge is just nice, it's like extra belly.
I love the 5 now though. Now that it doesn't look like a kitchen knife ::)
I'd love to get scales, but I'm not about to double the cost of any of these just to look nice... For a while, anyway. Just hard, when I spent 40 and 50 for the 5 and 15, to drop 30-40 just for scales ::)
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
Wow, those are :drool:
Sg, great looking 15! How do you like it? I'm fully in love with my 17, broke it in last night with some hardwood batonning/carving :D
I'll take some pics in a sec :tu:
Well, only one was any good. Looky!
Great pic!!!! I like the 15. It's a really nice size and I know folks down the upturned blade shape as poor for tasks like hunting but I used similar upturned blade (a Schrade Walden 147) for 30 years hunting and never poked a gut or ruined anything.
Thanks!
I agree about the 15. It's funny, my friend has one, it was the first Becker I handled. We were in the woods last night for an overnighter, and he had his 15, and I my 17. Both were very effective, and did a ton of work with no edge deformation (I mean, literally batonning :D ). Love the 17, but the 15 slices so well, and the trailing edge is just nice, it's like extra belly.
I love the 5 now though. Now that it doesn't look like a kitchen knife ::)
I'd love to get scales, but I'm not about to double the cost of any of these just to look nice... For a while, anyway. Just hard, when I spent 40 and 50 for the 5 and 15, to drop 30-40 just for scales ::)
Well, and if you don't get them on a good sale, and then you add the micarta scales in, you are getting close to ESEE pricing as an alternative since they come with micarta. The ESEE Laser Strike is on my wishlist before another Becker since TKO often has it for under $100 shipped.
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
Wow, those are :drool:
Sg, great looking 15! How do you like it? I'm fully in love with my 17, broke it in last night with some hardwood batonning/carving :D
I'll take some pics in a sec :tu:
Well, only one was any good. Looky!
Great pic!!!! I like the 15. It's a really nice size and I know folks down the upturned blade shape as poor for tasks like hunting but I used similar upturned blade (a Schrade Walden 147) for 30 years hunting and never poked a gut or ruined anything.
Thanks!
I agree about the 15. It's funny, my friend has one, it was the first Becker I handled. We were in the woods last night for an overnighter, and he had his 15, and I my 17. Both were very effective, and did a ton of work with no edge deformation (I mean, literally batonning :D ). Love the 17, but the 15 slices so well, and the trailing edge is just nice, it's like extra belly.
I love the 5 now though. Now that it doesn't look like a kitchen knife ::)
I'd love to get scales, but I'm not about to double the cost of any of these just to look nice... For a while, anyway. Just hard, when I spent 40 and 50 for the 5 and 15, to drop 30-40 just for scales ::)
Well, and if you don't get them on a good sale, and then you add the micarta scales in, you are getting close to ESEE pricing as an alternative since they come with micarta. The ESEE Laser Strike is on my wishlist before another Becker since TKO often has it for under $100 shipped.
I like ESEE okay, but they're all just ffg drop point it feels like, which is a great design, I just like variety. Plus I prefer 50-100B to 1095. I can't see a better value than a Becker :D
You could always get some TKO G.-10 scales
(https://www.theknifeconnection.net/images/thumbnails/866/648/detailed/2/P1140380.jpg?t=1439532294)
Wow, those are :drool:
Sg, great looking 15! How do you like it? I'm fully in love with my 17, broke it in last night with some hardwood batonning/carving :D
I'll take some pics in a sec :tu:
Well, only one was any good. Looky!
Great pic!!!! I like the 15. It's a really nice size and I know folks down the upturned blade shape as poor for tasks like hunting but I used similar upturned blade (a Schrade Walden 147) for 30 years hunting and never poked a gut or ruined anything.
Thanks!
I agree about the 15. It's funny, my friend has one, it was the first Becker I handled. We were in the woods last night for an overnighter, and he had his 15, and I my 17. Both were very effective, and did a ton of work with no edge deformation (I mean, literally batonning :D ). Love the 17, but the 15 slices so well, and the trailing edge is just nice, it's like extra belly.
I love the 5 now though. Now that it doesn't look like a kitchen knife ::)
I'd love to get scales, but I'm not about to double the cost of any of these just to look nice... For a while, anyway. Just hard, when I spent 40 and 50 for the 5 and 15, to drop 30-40 just for scales ::)
Well, and if you don't get them on a good sale, and then you add the micarta scales in, you are getting close to ESEE pricing as an alternative since they come with micarta. The ESEE Laser Strike is on my wishlist before another Becker since TKO often has it for under $100 shipped.
I like ESEE okay, but they're all just ffg drop point it feels like, which is a great design, I just like variety. Plus I prefer 50-100B to 1095. I can't see a better value than a Becker :D
I agree about Beckers. When you pick up one of their models for the first time, there's that feeling of "Now this is a TOOL." I think Beckers and Moras are the best price/performance values in fixed knives :)
Loving this steel
My Coyle outdoors Becker fastener order is in..... :tu:
Loving this steel
Nice! What did you use to create the patina?
My Coyle outdoors Becker fastener order is in..... :tu:
We should have steered you to the Tops BOB Fieldcraft knife. If you liked its kydex sheath, might have ended up being a cheaper option for one of your knives (I got mine for $110) :)
My Coyle outdoors Becker fastener order is in..... :tu:
We should have steered you to the Tops BOB Fieldcraft knife. If you liked its kydex sheath, might have ended up being a cheaper option for one of your knives (I got mine for $110) :)
LOL! Thanks bud! :) Haven't been steered anywhere since my divorce!!!! :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Most of the stuff we talk about on here just nudges me toward stuff I've been researching and pining over for a while (I do that a lot). :2tu:
That TOPs Knife is cool but always had a thing for that Becker Magnum Camp, just never pulled the trigger on one till they were being discontinued (again). :facepalm:
This thread is rapidly becoming the Becker fan club :D
I can't join in with that as most of my big knives were made much closer to home ;) I'll try to get a pic of some of them up this weekend :tu:
This thread is rapidly becoming the Becker fan club :D
I can't join in with that as most of my big knives were made much closer to home ;) I'll try to get a pic of some of them up this weekend :tu:
It's my fault....I'm having a nervous beckdown......
Sorry.
This thread is rapidly becoming the Becker fan club :D
I can't join in with that as most of my big knives were made much closer to home ;) I'll try to get a pic of some of them up this weekend :tu:
My Coyle outdoors Becker fastener order is in..... :tu:
We should have steered you to the Tops BOB Fieldcraft knife. If you liked its kydex sheath, might have ended up being a cheaper option for one of your knives (I got mine for $110) :)
:whistle:
My Coyle outdoors Becker fastener order is in..... :tu:
We should have steered you to the Tops BOB Fieldcraft knife. If you liked its kydex sheath, might have ended up being a cheaper option for one of your knives (I got mine for $110) :)
I just looked it up, great design. Better features than the ESEE Laser Strike on my knife shortlist. :drool:
My Coyle outdoors Becker fastener order is in..... :tu:
We should have steered you to the Tops BOB Fieldcraft knife. If you liked its kydex sheath, might have ended up being a cheaper option for one of your knives (I got mine for $110) :)
I just looked it up, great design. Better features than the ESEE Laser Strike on my knife shortlist. :drool:
I was torn between the Tops BOB and the Laser Strike when I got the BOB. The BOB is great, but now I still want a Laser Strike. :)
I tend toobsessconcentrate on certain areas,go hog wildresearch and purchase, then move on to other areas. Moras, Vics,WineWinchester folders,WomenWengers, Beckers, Frontiers, Bowies and so on.......
It's my process!!!!
(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/261864943/Brian.jpg)
:D
My Coyle outdoors Becker fastener order is in..... :tu:
We should have steered you to the Tops BOB Fieldcraft knife. If you liked its kydex sheath, might have ended up being a cheaper option for one of your knives (I got mine for $110) :)
I just looked it up, great design. Better features than the ESEE Laser Strike on my knife shortlist. :drool:
I was torn between the Tops BOB and the Laser Strike when I got the BOB. The BOB is great, but now I still want a Laser Strike. :)
Will you mind to do a comparison review after you get the Laser Strike? I'll make a purchase of either one thereafter. :think:
On another note, this thread has taken its toll on me. Since today was the last day of Massdrop's current sale on the BK5, I broke down and ordered one :D
I did strip the 5! Love it a lot now! Actually stripped the 15 last night, I'll get pics today. Raistlin, you're gonna love it! It's like half kitchen knife, half short pirate sword :D
BK15 looks good.
Wow :o that's really 8) SG! :tu: :)
Man I love books with history in them. Seems they're the only books I read anymore. Great looking hardcover SG!
Those look so :drool: :drool: :gimme:
I'd love to get English knives, but kabars are made only a state over :D
Which two did you make?
@50ft-trad Is the Chris Caine Parang worth the money? It looks beautiful.
Love the blade shape, and nice ffg ;) those look really good, I want to apprentice in knifemaking like nothing else! At least a thing like you did! Very nicely done :cheers:
Here's a few of mine. I don't think there's many pics of mine kicking around on here
These are the ones that were either made in Sheffield, or made by someone from Sheffield (me) :D
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201052;image)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201054;image)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201056;image)
Love the blade shape, and nice ffg ;) those look really good, I want to apprentice in knifemaking like nothing else! At least a thing like you did! Very nicely done :cheers:
They're actually both hollow ground. Thanks for the comments, it is a nice feeling knowing I did them :cheers:
Here's a few of mine. I don't think there's many pics of mine kicking around on here
These are the ones that were either made in Sheffield, or made by someone from Sheffield (me) :D
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201052;image)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201054;image)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201056;image)
Most excellent my good sir!!!!! :cheers: :cheers: :drool: :drool: :salute: :salute:
Love the blade shape, and nice ffg ;) those look really good, I want to apprentice in knifemaking like nothing else! At least a thing like you did! Very nicely done :cheers:
They're actually both hollow ground. Thanks for the comments, it is a nice feeling knowing I did them :cheers:
Wow, they must slice unbelievably! That's awesome. Definitely a well-deserved feeling.
Love the blade shape, and nice ffg ;) those look really good, I want to apprentice in knifemaking like nothing else! At least a thing like you did! Very nicely done :cheers:
They're actually both hollow ground. Thanks for the comments, it is a nice feeling knowing I did them :cheers:
Wow, they must slice unbelievably! That's awesome. Definitely a well-deserved feeling.
Honestly, I've hardly used them :-[ I can be quite ruthless with my fixed blade knives, and with these being 01 tool steel and prone to rust, they've never been into the great outdoors with me. I've used the blackened one a couple of times, and it has worked very well. It was a swine to sharpen too. It cam back to me straight from heat treat (both were hardened, tempered, then given a cryogenic quench for 18 hours), and had a 2mm flat spot for an edge. I had to sharpen this manually with nothing more than a Lansky system, some emery and a mousemat :dwts:
I'm struggling to think if I've ever used the palm wood scaled one :think: thankfully that got sharpened while I was still using the guys workshop, so that was MUCH easier.
I keep telling myself I need to use them more,but keep finding myself picking up a stainless knife instead :whistle:
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I know that feeling. Stainless is just so convenient! Thankfully my 50-100B is staying clean, I don't think the environment is too bad here. I think I've only got the moras in 1095, and I've had my 511 rust. All uncoated carbon steel has a patina now though, so they're good to go.
I just love the thought of carbon steel I guess. Maybe the way out looks different with use? I know my sandvik Mora will always appear as it does now, which honestly seems kinda boring.
Wow! 2mm flat! And with about my level of sharpening equipment? I'd have likely sent it with my dad to his job for some belt sanding! That's something. Use it! Why bother putting an edge on if it wasn't to be used! :D
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I can't remember, are the handles new?
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I can't remember, are the handles new?
Yes, SG they are the factory micrata. Just got them yesterday. I do like the way the BK7 looks with the micrata. They are thicker arent they? They're trying to crowd my hand in a spot or two. May have to get the sand paper out and reshape them a bit here and there. I'll give it time and see if I adjust to them. I'm glad i didnt order the kydex sheath I was wanting yet as the new handles will not work in a kydex sheath made with the regular handles. :D
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I can't remember, are the handles new?
Yes, SG they are the factory micrata. Just got them yesterday. I do like the way the BK7 looks with the micrata. They are thicker arent they? They're trying to crowd my hand in a spot or two. May have to get the sand paper out and reshape them a bit here and there. I'll give it time and see if I adjust to them. I'm glad i didnt order the kydex sheath I was wanting yet as the new handles will not work in a kydex sheath made with the regular handles. :D
Yes they are thicker and on the 5,they shift the balance of the knife, settles in the hand better. I really like them but oddly enough, the factory ones on the 15 seem just right...probably won't replace those. I think the micarta grips are worth the money! :tu:
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I can't remember, are the handles new?
Yes, SG they are the factory micrata. Just got them yesterday. I do like the way the BK7 looks with the micrata. They are thicker arent they? They're trying to crowd my hand in a spot or two. May have to get the sand paper out and reshape them a bit here and there. I'll give it time and see if I adjust to them. I'm glad i didnt order the kydex sheath I was wanting yet as the new handles will not work in a kydex sheath made with the regular handles. :D
Yes they are thicker and on the 5,they shift the balance of the knife, settles in the hand better. I really like them but oddly enough, the factory ones on the 15 seem just right...probably won't replace those. I think the micarta grips are worth the money! :tu:
Perhaps because the tweeners have solid scales vs skeletonized big beckers?
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I can't remember, are the handles new?
Yes, SG they are the factory micrata. Just got them yesterday. I do like the way the BK7 looks with the micrata. They are thicker arent they? They're trying to crowd my hand in a spot or two. May have to get the sand paper out and reshape them a bit here and there. I'll give it time and see if I adjust to them. I'm glad i didnt order the kydex sheath I was wanting yet as the new handles will not work in a kydex sheath made with the regular handles. :D
Yes they are thicker and on the 5,they shift the balance of the knife, settles in the hand better. I really like them but oddly enough, the factory ones on the 15 seem just right...probably won't replace those. I think the micarta grips are worth the money! :tu:
Perhaps because the tweeners have solid scales vs skeletonized big beckers?
Probably so! Micarta is "grippier" too...:tu:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201056;image)
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I can't remember, are the handles new?
Yes, SG they are the factory micrata. Just got them yesterday. I do like the way the BK7 looks with the micrata. They are thicker arent they? They're trying to crowd my hand in a spot or two. May have to get the sand paper out and reshape them a bit here and there. I'll give it time and see if I adjust to them. I'm glad i didnt order the kydex sheath I was wanting yet as the new handles will not work in a kydex sheath made with the regular handles. :D
Yes they are thicker and on the 5,they shift the balance of the knife, settles in the hand better. I really like them but oddly enough, the factory ones on the 15 seem just right...probably won't replace those. I think the micarta grips are worth the money! :tu:
Perhaps because the tweeners have solid scales vs skeletonized big beckers?
Probably so! Micarta is "grippier" too...:tu:
Oh! You're saying factory micarta on the 15? Thought you meant factory gv6h or whatever and micarta vs gv6h on the large one
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201056;image)
I’ve had a play with that monster a few times and love it! :salute:
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=201056;image)
I’ve had a play with that monster a few times and love it! :salute:
I should add that Tony is referring to the Chris Caine Survival Tool, and not anything that might have been reflected in any of the blades :whistle:
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I like the look of the handles and overall blade shape on that one David, but what's with the "lump" on the spine just forward of the handle? Seems too large a knife to want a thumb rest.
Question for the Becker gurus, which is the one supposedly modelled on / influenced by the British MOD knife?
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I can't remember, are the handles new?
Yes, SG they are the factory micrata. Just got them yesterday. I do like the way the BK7 looks with the micrata. They are thicker arent they? They're trying to crowd my hand in a spot or two. May have to get the sand paper out and reshape them a bit here and there. I'll give it time and see if I adjust to them. I'm glad i didnt order the kydex sheath I was wanting yet as the new handles will not work in a kydex sheath made with the regular handles. :D
Yes they are thicker and on the 5,they shift the balance of the knife, settles in the hand better. I really like them but oddly enough, the factory ones on the 15 seem just right...probably won't replace those. I think the micarta grips are worth the money! :tu:
Perhaps because the tweeners have solid scales vs skeletonized big beckers?
Probably so! Micarta is "grippier" too...:tu:
Oh! You're saying factory micarta on the 15? Thought you meant factory gv6h or whatever and micarta vs gv6h on the large one
Factory micarta on the BK5 and the orig black and tan on the BK15 (whatever they are made of) are the one's I like. :tu:
No doubt, Sheffield has long tradition in knifemaking. Supporting its work is good for the craft industry and especially meaningful when it's your hometown@50ft-trad Is the Chris Caine Parang worth the money? It looks beautiful.
Worth every penny to me, but I might view it slightly differently with it being made in my home town :) Having said that, I have used the knive very hard and it's a very impressive tool. I don't think I'd have paid that much for a knife from elsewhere, but it's a beastie and will probably outlast me.
The coating is fluorolon and it's not chipped anywhere no matter how much it's been batonned or how many logs I've hacked through. I wish the Warthog had the same coating to be honest.
I'd comfortably put it up against any other carbon steel knife from any other manufacturer. The quality at Scorpion Knives/Samuel Staniforths is significantly better than the rather agricultural offerings from John Newill/Jack Adams. I've actually been round the factory, met the owner, the works manager, and the guy that actually makes them.
No doubt, Sheffield has long tradition in knifemaking. Supporting its work is good for the craft industry and especially meaningful when it's your hometown@50ft-trad Is the Chris Caine Parang worth the money? It looks beautiful.
Worth every penny to me, but I might view it slightly differently with it being made in my home town :) Having said that, I have used the knive very hard and it's a very impressive tool. I don't think I'd have paid that much for a knife from elsewhere, but it's a beastie and will probably outlast me.
The coating is fluorolon and it's not chipped anywhere no matter how much it's been batonned or how many logs I've hacked through. I wish the Warthog had the same coating to be honest.
I'd comfortably put it up against any other carbon steel knife from any other manufacturer. The quality at Scorpion Knives/Samuel Staniforths is significantly better than the rather agricultural offerings from John Newill/Jack Adams. I've actually been round the factory, met the owner, the works manager, and the guy that actually makes them.
Glad to know about the maker of this parang, an expensive one by my standard.
Caine's mentor, Lofty Wiseman has a parang with a restrictive handle grip and forward bend on the spine. A bit of the Khukuri's angle. I think Caine's parang is more comfortable for long periods of use.
Discovered Michael Sanderson's knife on Youtube two days ago. Looks well polished in a golok-like blade shape. Named Orrick 2, made by Willowwood Knives.
I'll probably try one of the affordable Malaysian made parangs (spring steel, differencial tempered) offered on Outdoor mDynamics.com.
The BK7 with micrata handles. :)
I like the look of the handles and overall blade shape on that one David, but what's with the "lump" on the spine just forward of the handle? Seems too large a knife to want a thumb rest.
Question for the Becker gurus, which is the one supposedly modelled on / influenced by the British MOD knife?
It's called a "thumb ramp," and I understand it has some tactical value for thrusting and stabbing. The Becker BK7, 9, and 10 were supposedly designed with some combat use in mind (at least, they are labeled that way).
I have heard that the BK-2 was modeled after the British MOD, but don't know for sure. Best would be to search for Ethan Becker and see if he's said anything about it.
Interesting that you visited the workshop and got them to modify the scales. Kudos to CC for creating a more versatile parang than his mentor.No doubt, Sheffield has long tradition in knifemaking. Supporting its work is good for the craft industry and especially meaningful when it's your hometown@50ft-trad Is the Chris Caine Parang worth the money? It looks beautiful.
Worth every penny to me, but I might view it slightly differently with it being made in my home town :) Having said that, I have used the knive very hard and it's a very impressive tool. I don't think I'd have paid that much for a knife from elsewhere, but it's a beastie and will probably outlast me.
The coating is fluorolon and it's not chipped anywhere no matter how much it's been batonned or how many logs I've hacked through. I wish the Warthog had the same coating to be honest.
I'd comfortably put it up against any other carbon steel knife from any other manufacturer. The quality at Scorpion Knives/Samuel Staniforths is significantly better than the rather agricultural offerings from John Newill/Jack Adams. I've actually been round the factory, met the owner, the works manager, and the guy that actually makes them.
Glad to know about the maker of this parang, an expensive one by my standard.
Caine's mentor, Lofty Wiseman has a parang with a restrictive handle grip and forward bend on the spine. A bit of the Khukuri's angle. I think Caine's parang is more comfortable for long periods of use.
Discovered Michael Sanderson's knife on Youtube two days ago. Looks well polished in a golok-like blade shape. Named Orrick 2, made by Willowwood Knives.
I'll probably try one of the affordable Malaysian made parangs (spring steel, differencial tempered) offered on Outdoor mDynamics.com.
Lofty's knives are made in the same factory ;) I got to handle one when I was there and preferred the grip on the Chris Caine for that reason.
I don't like knives that dictate you have to hold it a certain way like Lofty's does. Chris's allows a few different grips to suit the job at hand. When I went there, I asked the lad who makes them to try to make the handle a little slimmer on mine to better suit my modest grip size. The steel was already coated so he couldn't do anything too aggressive, but he did radius the micarta a little more than standard.
It's still a touch on the large size for my hands, and for prolongued chopping I'd rather have an axe, but overall I find it way better than Lofty's. The CC is significantly heavier too, although they also offer a smaller variant now which has a Lofty type weight to the blade, smaller handle, but still in the CC style. IT doesn't have the coating though, which is one thing I love so much about this military version
Thanks guys!!! It's a wonderful addition to my J Russell Green River collection!!!!
Mild kobun mods coming along. Got it because I wanted a good aus8 fixed blade at a good price. I cut the back of the guard off so I can get my thumb on it, and am working on shaping it into a more rounded belly, slow going with the new diamond diafold. Will I wear it out doing this?
Mild kobun mods coming along. Got it because I wanted a good aus8 fixed blade at a good price. I cut the back of the guard off so I can get my thumb on it, and am working on shaping it into a more rounded belly, slow going with the new diamond diafold. Will I wear it out doing this?
I wore a extra coarse Diafold out with years of sharpening axes and lawnmower blades...it will probably work ok but it will wear/smooth it out some. I bought one of those lansky pucks for that stuff these days.
I've said it before, and I'll say it again, I prefer your parang to Lofty's. The straighter lines for a start, and there's more heft on yours (the official Lofty knife felt a little light.... though that was after I'd been handling the Chris Caine military version, so that might have coloured my perspective)
Tony if you have time could you give us some info and history on your parang? I seem to have forgotten and I'm to tired at the moment to search for the answer. :)
I've said it before, and I'll say it again, I prefer your parang to Lofty's. The straighter lines for a start, and there's more heft on yours (the official Lofty knife felt a little light.... though that was after I'd been handling the Chris Caine military version, so that might have coloured my perspective)
Cheers Al, You know I was just teasing (and wanted to show that picture again)Tony if you have time could you give us some info and history on your parang? I seem to have forgotten and I'm to tired at the moment to search for the answer. :)
David,
Long story short,
I wanted a Lofty survival knife but didn’t want to spend 150 quid
So I made one from a leaf spring :D
http://www.s-staniforth.co.uk/range/9/Lofty_Knives
Been working on the Elwell Bushman today ;)
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Mild kobun mods coming along. Got it because I wanted a good aus8 fixed blade at a good price. I cut the back of the guard off so I can get my thumb on it, and am working on shaping it into a more rounded belly, slow going with the new diamond diafold. Will I wear it out doing this?
Been working on the Elwell Bushman today ;)
Mild kobun mods coming along. Got it because I wanted a good aus8 fixed blade at a good price. I cut the back of the guard off so I can get my thumb on it, and am working on shaping it into a more rounded belly, slow going with the new diamond diafold. Will I wear it out doing this?
I'm still on a CS-boycott, but I have to ask about the Kobun......due to price I almost ordered it a few times, but I always worry about the grip material durability?
Mild kobun mods coming along. Got it because I wanted a good aus8 fixed blade at a good price. I cut the back of the guard off so I can get my thumb on it, and am working on shaping it into a more rounded belly, slow going with the new diamond diafold. Will I wear it out doing this?
I'm still on a CS-boycott, but I have to ask about the Kobun......due to price I almost ordered it a few times, but I always worry about the grip material durability?
Been working on the Elwell Bushman today ;)
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Why? (if you don't mind telling us)The CRKT thing.......mostly.
Seems very good. Kraton g is it? Rubbery, very impermeable, hard enough that it doesn't pick up lint or dust (mine doesn't, though drop it in the dirt and there will be more on the handle). Overall an above average grip for being rubbery I'd say. Plus the kobun, last I checked wad under 30 on amazon us. Can't beat that for an aus8 fixed blade! I like the sheath as well.
My first cold steel actually, and I'm impressed by fit and finish. Mine came very sharp, excellent bevel, lightly oiled blade.
I was very pleased, but I'd wanted a tanto for a while. Now that I've had my fun, I'm modding it to a rounder belly, and I cut off the finger guard behind the blade. :tu:
Why? (if you don't mind telling us)The CRKT thing.......mostly.
I would rather not support them, even in a small way.
Great products for the most part, and I'm sure they're not gonna cry about my few 3rd world $'s :D
Why? (if you don't mind telling us)The CRKT thing.......mostly.
Why? (if you don't mind telling us)The CRKT thing.......mostly.
I was glad to see the CRKT lawsuit. One of my hobbies is home audio equipment where the marketers run the asylum, so to speak. You cannot trust a lot of specifications and product descriptions of audio equipment by manufacturers, even the well known companies. Sometimes, it's purposely meant to mislead. Other times, just out right lies that have no basis in audio science.
On the other hand, the knife industry seems much less plagued by that (yet). When CRKT started the "virtual fixed blades" for their folders advertising, easy thing for unknowing Joe consumer to be convinced by that phrase that they are automatically superior to every other folder. Cold Steel, as many people recognize, does have one of the strongest lock blade folder designs, so I really don't blame them. What CRKT marketers are doing is a slipperly slope that leads to all kinds of crazy claims. While CS has surely done a bit of exaggeration in their advertising themselves (and I'd be fine with competitors filing suit against them), I'm still quite happy to see anything that slows down marketers from creating their own fictions about knife products. No one wants the knife industry to end up like other industries.
Just food for thought. Not meant to start a debate.
Why? (if you don't mind telling us)The CRKT thing.......mostly.
I was glad to see the CRKT lawsuit. One of my hobbies is home audio equipment where the marketers run the asylum, so to speak. You cannot trust a lot of specifications and product descriptions of audio equipment by manufacturers, even the well known companies. Sometimes, it's purposely meant to mislead. Other times, just out right lies that have no basis in audio science.
On the other hand, the knife industry seems much less plagued by that (yet). When CRKT started the "virtual fixed blades" for their folders advertising, easy thing for unknowing Joe consumer to be convinced by that phrase that they are automatically superior to every other folder. Cold Steel, as many people recognize, does have one of the strongest lock blade folder designs, so I really don't blame them. What CRKT marketers are doing is a slipperly slope that leads to all kinds of crazy claims. While CS has surely done a bit of exaggeration in their advertising themselves (and I'd be fine with competitors filing suit against them), I'm still quite happy to see anything that slows down marketers from creating their own fictions about knife products. No one wants the knife industry to end up like other industries.
Just food for thought. Not meant to start a debate.
Very good observations. I find myself tending to agree :tu:
I bought the kobun because I wanted the knife, and the only reason I think of the company is to judge qc and heat treat. (as long as they're not produced by orphans, all companies are just in it for the money, I don't care what they do :D )
Why? (if you don't mind telling us)The CRKT thing.......mostly.
I was glad to see the CRKT lawsuit. One of my hobbies is home audio equipment where the marketers run the asylum, so to speak. You cannot trust a lot of specifications and product descriptions of audio equipment by manufacturers, even the well known companies. Sometimes, it's purposely meant to mislead. Other times, just out right lies that have no basis in audio science.
On the other hand, the knife industry seems much less plagued by that (yet). When CRKT started the "virtual fixed blades" for their folders advertising, easy thing for unknowing Joe consumer to be convinced by that phrase that they are automatically superior to every other folder. Cold Steel, as many people recognize, does have one of the strongest lock blade folder designs, so I really don't blame them. What CRKT marketers are doing is a slipperly slope that leads to all kinds of crazy claims. While CS has surely done a bit of exaggeration in their advertising themselves (and I'd be fine with competitors filing suit against them), I'm still quite happy to see anything that slows down marketers from creating their own fictions about knife products. No one wants the knife industry to end up like other industries.
Just food for thought. Not meant to start a debate.
Very good observations. I find myself tending to agree :tu:
I bought the kobun because I wanted the knife, and the only reason I think of the company is to judge qc and heat treat. (as long as they're not produced by orphans, all companies are just in it for the money, I don't care what they do :D )
I must admit, I do have two CS folders, three CS fixed blades, and one of their small daggers. I look forward to seeing what you do with the Kobun because I've toyed with the idea of getting one. :)
Why? (if you don't mind telling us)The CRKT thing.......mostly.
I was glad to see the CRKT lawsuit. One of my hobbies is home audio equipment where the marketers run the asylum, so to speak. You cannot trust a lot of specifications and product descriptions of audio equipment by manufacturers, even the well known companies. Sometimes, it's purposely meant to mislead. Other times, just out right lies that have no basis in audio science.
On the other hand, the knife industry seems much less plagued by that (yet). When CRKT started the "virtual fixed blades" for their folders advertising, easy thing for unknowing Joe consumer to be convinced by that phrase that they are automatically superior to every other folder. Cold Steel, as many people recognize, does have one of the strongest lock blade folder designs, so I really don't blame them. What CRKT marketers are doing is a slipperly slope that leads to all kinds of crazy claims. While CS has surely done a bit of exaggeration in their advertising themselves (and I'd be fine with competitors filing suit against them), I'm still quite happy to see anything that slows down marketers from creating their own fictions about knife products. No one wants the knife industry to end up like other industries.
Just food for thought. Not meant to start a debate.
Been working on the Elwell Bushman today ;)
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:tu:
That's got me thinking about what to do with that big old billhook I got from you.....
Been working on the Elwell Bushman today ;)
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:tu:
That's got me thinking about what to do with that big old billhook I got from you.....
Awww don’t cut up a bill hook..... :ahhh
I’m one to talk about cutting things up :D
^ Great picture Dale !
^ Great picture Dale !
Absolutely :tu:
Dale, that's just :drool:
Please, I'm begging....no more BK4 pics please, my wallet is bleeding! :rofl:
:pok: :pok: :pok:
And secondly, I'd like to thank Morakniv for allowing poor smurfs like me to still get their fix even during the worst months.....:rofl:
More good stuff Dale!!!! :2tu:
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A couple of Ltd Edition Moras
..isn't that a contradiction in terms ? :rofl:
A couple of Ltd Edition Moras
You weren't kidding about hi vis! Love the orange/orange color!
And the miki :drool:
Another nice one Dale!!!! :cheers:
GSO 4.1
GSO 4.1
Heard that they could slip when wet and using them for some tasks. Any truth to that?
Oh... Oh my :o :o
That's gorgeous!!!
:cheers:
Things must be grim when this is the newest fixed blade I’ve had to work on recently
:cheers:
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Things must be grim when this is the newest fixed blade I’ve had to work on recently
:cheers:
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I blame SAKguy :rant:
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Mora Classic #2
I didn't like the plastic sheath,so I bodged up one made for the Clipper
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I blame SAKguy :rant:
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Mora Classic #2
I didn't like the plastic sheath,so I bodged up one made for the Clipper
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Love the look of the GS10! I want to see a battle royale between it and a CS Trail Master :jedi:
Love the look of the GS10! I want to see a battle royale between it and a CS Trail Master :jedi:
Ah a fellow Dragonlance fan... What steel do they use on the CS? The Cpm 3v is gonna be tough to beat. IMHO
Love the look of the GS10! I want to see a battle royale between it and a CS Trail Master :jedi:
Ah a fellow Dragonlance fan... What steel do they use on the CS? The Cpm 3v is gonna be tough to beat. IMHO
The Peters heat treat on the Survive knives is one of the best out there... A head to head between to two could be intriguing.
The Peters heat treat on the Survive knives is one of the best out there... A head to head between to two could be intriguing.
Steel aside, it would be interesting to compare them because of their different overall designs. That, and I want to see Dale and SAK Guy wield them :jedi: :D
I would also like to see how the GS10 stacks up against similar size Busses. I have trouble imagining that the more expensive Busses would perform better than your GS10. Good thing Survive! knives haven't been on The Walking Dead or they might be more expensive now, too ;)
Dang.... I have a Busse on the way.. Not Team Gemini, but wanted to check em out.... Now I'm twitterpatted
The Peters heat treat on the Survive knives is one of the best out there... A head to head between to two could be intriguing.
Steel aside, it would be interesting to compare them because of their different overall designs. That, and I want to see Dale and SAK Guy wield them :jedi: :D
I would also like to see how the GS10 stacks up against similar size Busses. I have trouble imagining that the more expensive Busses would perform better than your GS10. Good thing Survive! knives haven't been on The Walking Dead or they might be more expensive now, too ;)
This "wielding" don't include me and Dale on a Mississippi sandbar does it? :D
Dang.... I have a Busse on the way.. Not Team Gemini, but wanted to check em out.... Now I'm twitterpatted
Wow!!! :tu: I was just happy to have a Buck Brahma inbound.
Dang.... I have a Busse on the way.. Not Team Gemini, but wanted to check em out.... Now I'm twitterpatted
Wow!!! :tu: I was just happy to have a Buck Brahma inbound.
Do you guys always order a new knife as soon as the last one arrives?
:rofl:
Dang.... I have a Busse on the way.. Not Team Gemini, but wanted to check em out.... Now I'm twitterpatted
Wow!!! :tu: I was just happy to have a Buck Brahma inbound.
Do you guys always order a new knife as soon as the last one arrives?
:rofl:
Pretty much..... :facepalm:
Wow!!! :tu: I was just happy to have a Buck Brahma inbound.
Wow!!! :tu: I was just happy to have a Buck Brahma inbound.
I immediately liked the look of it, but the price......?
Busse is a word I'm trying to forget :-\
I blame SAKguy :rant:
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Mora Classic #2
I didn't like the plastic sheath,so I bodged up one made for the Clipper
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Very nice! Where did you get that sheath, did it come with a clipper?
What a great looking knife mate :)
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What a great looking knife mate :)
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+1
Thanks to you the list of knives I gotta try out is growing larger and larger
The Buck is here. First impression... sturdy, solid, grip feels great, all in all, a very nice field knife. Not up to better pics right now, maybe tomorrow.My heart thanks you and my wallet curses you :rofl:
Gerhard- wow, that's :drool: Wish I had the stones at 12 you did! :rofl:Thank everybody :salute:
The Buck is here. First impression... sturdy, solid, grip feels great, all in all, a very nice field knife. Not up to better pics right now, maybe tomorrow.Now that does look the part mate :)
Kirk- I'll have to keep my eyes peeled, real leather?
LOL!!! :tu: Welcome and that looks GREAT!!!! :cheers: Thanks for the link!!!!
Better pic....
A Buck 119 w/ blackened steel fittings and leather handle!!! What's not to like :thumbup:
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Better pic....
A Buck 119 w/ blackened steel fittings and leather handle!!! What's not to like :thumbup:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Buck%20Brahma_zpsjpo7rmjj.jpg)
That looks suspiciously like a Ka-Bar USMC except for the handle contour. Is that 440 or did they make that one in 1095?
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Being sued by a gas station :-\
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Being sued by a gas station :-\
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Being sued by a gas station :-\
:think: why? What is the story on that?
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Being sued by a gas station :-\
:think: why? What is the story on that?
Put pump in car, get in car (chilly and my boss texted me), look back after a minute, notice more gallons than my car could've held from half full, get out and see that the nozzle had fallen out and pumped ~14 gallons onto the ground. So now I'm being sued for over half the money I've made my whole life... Quite stressful when in between jobs, and unable to afford even the court filing fee. Just one of those "life" things I guess.
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Being sued by a gas station :-\
:think: why? What is the story on that?
Put pump in car, get in car (chilly and my boss texted me), look back after a minute, notice more gallons than my car could've held from half full, get out and see that the nozzle had fallen out and pumped ~14 gallons onto the ground. So now I'm being sued for over half the money I've made my whole life... Quite stressful when in between jobs, and unable to afford even the court filing fee. Just one of those "life" things I guess.
Wow, that sucks. Don't they have oil drain wells there? Sounds huge amount they are asking. What got soaked there?
Better pic....
A Buck 119 w/ blackened steel fittings and leather handle!!! What's not to like :thumbup:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Buck%20Brahma_zpsjpo7rmjj.jpg)
Better pic....
A Buck 119 w/ blackened steel fittings and leather handle!!! What's not to like :thumbup:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Buck%20Brahma_zpsjpo7rmjj.jpg)
:drool: :gimme:
That's a beauty !
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Being sued by a gas station :-\
:think: why? What is the story on that?
Put pump in car, get in car (chilly and my boss texted me), look back after a minute, notice more gallons than my car could've held from half full, get out and see that the nozzle had fallen out and pumped ~14 gallons onto the ground. So now I'm being sued for over half the money I've made my whole life... Quite stressful when in between jobs, and unable to afford even the court filing fee. Just one of those "life" things I guess.
Wow, that sucks. Don't they have oil drain wells there? Sounds huge amount they are asking. What got soaked there?
Apparently they had to build a vent through their building, as they said they are not equipped to handle a spill. They want $5000, the max for my states small claims court.
Looks great SG!! Certainly an improvement over the Special.
I'm selling most of my blades if anyone wants 'em :-\
And why is that bro? Funding new projects?
Being sued by a gas station :-\
:think: why? What is the story on that?
Put pump in car, get in car (chilly and my boss texted me), look back after a minute, notice more gallons than my car could've held from half full, get out and see that the nozzle had fallen out and pumped ~14 gallons onto the ground. So now I'm being sued for over half the money I've made my whole life... Quite stressful when in between jobs, and unable to afford even the court filing fee. Just one of those "life" things I guess.
Wow, that sucks. Don't they have oil drain wells there? Sounds huge amount they are asking. What got soaked there?
Apparently they had to build a vent through their building, as they said they are not equipped to handle a spill. They want $5000, the max for my states small claims court.
I think you should get some enviroment agency to check if their yard is even legal. Like 50ft sai, they would have been shut long time ago here too.
Better pic....
A Buck 119 w/ blackened steel fittings and leather handle!!! What's not to like :thumbup:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Buck%20Brahma_zpsjpo7rmjj.jpg)
:drool: :gimme:
That's a beauty !
Absolutely! The Buck 119 doesn't normally interest me, but that one is certainly the exception! All the best elements of the Buck, with all the best elements of a Kabar (which doesn't interest me by virtue of being carbon steel). Excellent!! :cheers:
Better pic....
A Buck 119 w/ blackened steel fittings and leather handle!!! What's not to like :thumbup:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Buck%20Brahma_zpsjpo7rmjj.jpg)
:drool: :gimme:
That's a beauty !
Absolutely! The Buck 119 doesn't normally interest me, but that one is certainly the exception! All the best elements of the Buck, with all the best elements of a Kabar (which doesn't interest me by virtue of being carbon steel). Excellent!! :cheers:
Thanks guys!! IMO, it really fixes all the deficiencies of a reg 119 and only about 25 bucks more.
.
Better pic....
A Buck 119 w/ blackened steel fittings and leather handle!!! What's not to like :thumbup:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Buck%20Brahma_zpsjpo7rmjj.jpg)
:drool: :gimme:
That's a beauty !
Absolutely! The Buck 119 doesn't normally interest me, but that one is certainly the exception! All the best elements of the Buck, with all the best elements of a Kabar (which doesn't interest me by virtue of being carbon steel). Excellent!! :cheers:
Thanks guys!! IMO, it really fixes all the deficiencies of a reg 119 and only about 25 bucks more.
.
Plus that handle looks super comfy! Love thick handles
:cheers: Those are super Dave...any reason one handle is threaded and one another?
:cheers: Those are super Dave...any reason one handle is threaded and one another?
Yep! Cause I haven't switched it yet :D Oh , & who the hell is Dave?
Nice Brahma 119 SAK Guy.
I have a standard 119 but might have to add a Brahma.
Put pump in car, get in car (chilly and my boss texted me), look back after a minute, notice more gallons than my car could've held from half full, get out and see that the nozzle had fallen out and pumped ~14 gallons onto the ground. So now I'm being sued for over half the money I've made my whole life... Quite stressful when in between jobs, and unable to afford even the court filing fee. Just one of those "life" things I guess.
:cheers: Those are super Dave...any reason one handle is threaded and one another?
Yep! Cause I haven't switched it yet :D Oh , & who the hell is Dave?
:o LOL...I was just thinking about 2001 A Space Odyssey before I posted...LOL
SorryDaveDale
Damn...the mind really does go first. :facepalm:
:cheers: Those are super Dave...any reason one handle is threaded and one another?
Yep! Cause I haven't switched it yet :D Oh , & who the hell is Dave?
:o LOL...I was just thinking about 2001 A Space Odyssey before I posted...LOL
SorryDaveDale
Damn...the mind really does go first. :facepalm:
:rofl:
I reckon we should all show our support to SAKguy, by us all calling Dale "Dave" to take some of the pressure off >:D
*insert relevant Only Fools and Horses clip here*
:P :D :D
Put the Buck on a stone and WOW!!! Great grinds resulted a razor edge with very little effort!!!!
Those sheaths are both so beautiful SG.
I can't wait until I can invest in some leather, by far my favorite sheath material :drool:
Those sheaths are both so beautiful SG.
I can't wait until I can invest in some leather, by far my favorite sheath material :drool:
Me, too. My problem is I end up buying another knife instead. Which means then I would like even more leather sheaths :facepalm:
I go ahead and buy back up sheaths because I always wait till I'm either broke, the sheath/knife is discontinued or the sheath maker is out of business. So. I'm avoiding future disappointment by going broke now, :D
I go ahead and buy back up sheaths because I always wait till I'm either broke, the sheath/knife is discontinued or the sheath maker is out of business. So. I'm avoiding future disappointment by going broke now, :D
That is one of the best rationalizations I have ever heard :D
I go ahead and buy back up sheaths because I always wait till I'm either broke, the sheath/knife is discontinued or the sheath maker is out of business. So. I'm avoiding future disappointment by going broke now, :D
That is one of the best rationalizations I have ever heard :D
Thanks!! I learned to plan from the best!!!! :2tu:
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Tremors?
Tremors?
:D Yep....
Tremors?
:D Yep....
Total guess :D
Lt Wright Genesis "Pout House".
Sweet 16!
My 15 sheath is fine as were the 5's sheaths but the Spec Ops CM's are just at a completely different level (but also a different price point as well).
My 15 is still in the org sheath as I opted to put the SRKs in the Combat Masters.
I'm kinda wanting to strip that 15 blade..... :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
(but it will never happen) :D
Those saber ground 16,s are rare and pricy.
My 15 sheath is fine as were the 5's sheaths but the Spec Ops CM's are just at a completely different level (but also a different price point as well).
My 15 is still in the org sheath as I opted to put the SRKs in the Combat Masters.
I'm kinda wanting to strip that 15 blade..... :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
(but it will never happen) :D
I'm still torn, but I think some wood tweener scales are up next. The sheaths work well enough, I can wear them no issue, and the 15 one fits well haha.
Do it :pok: :pok: Give that ffg what it wants, make it a slicer, remove the bumpy coating :pok:
Though I understand the choice not to, is there a particular reason? I love the bumpy coating, I just didn't want it on my slicer, y'know? Leaving the 16 and 17.
All I want is a saber ground 16 :drool:
The BK-5 has a smoother coating, sorta like a BO coating but the 15 has BK "Ben Grim" indestructible coating. It's fine but I like smooth better and....I have.....been peeking over at a Becker Forum and those guys strip, stone wash, patina, acid wash and file the heck out of their blades. Even considered a BK-32 or 39 purchase! :ahhh
The BK-5 has a smoother coating, sorta like a BO coating but the 15 has BK "Ben Grim" indestructible coating. It's fine but I like smooth better and....I have.....been peeking over at a Becker Forum and those guys strip, stone wash, patina, acid wash and file the heck out of their blades. Even considered a BK-32 or 39 purchase! :ahhh
I've seen ya there. I have a different username over there. i join that forum back in 02. never been very active till this summer in the Becker sub forum.
The BK-5 has a smoother coating, sorta like a BO coating but the 15 has BK "Ben Grim" indestructible coating. It's fine but I like smooth better and....I have.....been peeking over at a Becker Forum and those guys strip, stone wash, patina, acid wash and file the heck out of their blades. Even considered a BK-32 or 39 purchase! :ahhh
I've seen ya there. I have a different username over there. i join that forum back in 02. never been very active till this summer in the Becker sub forum.
Some interesting mods in that forum. :tu:
The BK-5 has a smoother coating, sorta like a BO coating but the 15 has BK "Ben Grim" indestructible coating. It's fine but I like smooth better and....I have.....been peeking over at a Becker Forum and those guys strip, stone wash, patina, acid wash and file the heck out of their blades. Even considered a BK-32 or 39 purchase! :ahhh
I've seen ya there. I have a different username over there. i join that forum back in 02. never been very active till this summer in the Becker sub forum.
Some interesting mods in that forum. :tu:
Yes indeed!
The BK-5 has a smoother coating, sorta like a BO coating but the 15 has BK "Ben Grim" indestructible coating. It's fine but I like smooth better and....I have.....been peeking over at a Becker Forum and those guys strip, stone wash, patina, acid wash and file the heck out of their blades. Even considered a BK-32 or 39 purchase! :ahhh
I've seen ya there. I have a different username over there. i join that forum back in 02. never been very active till this summer in the Becker sub forum.
Some interesting mods in that forum. :tu:
Yes indeed!
Did someone say Becker forum?
BK32 :)
BK32 :)
:drool: :drool: :drool:
Man, I've been lookin at the 10 and the 32. That's one gorgeous knife. Do the scales feel as solid as the grivory, almost glassy? Or more like the nylon on the tweeners?
Pardon the ignorance, but what is the difference between the BK32 and BK2?
BK32 :)
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
Now you want a reason other than you don't already have one? :D
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
Now you want a reason other than you don't already have one? :D
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Hope you mean knife mods, as we all know MTO has the most interesting MODeratorS. :angel:
The BK-5 has a smoother coating, sorta like a BO coating but the 15 has BK "Ben Grim" indestructible coating. It's fine but I like smooth better and....I have.....been peeking over at a Becker Forum and those guys strip, stone wash, patina, acid wash and file the heck out of their blades. Even considered a BK-32 or 39 purchase! :ahhh
I've seen ya there. I have a different username over there. i join that forum back in 02. never been very active till this summer in the Becker sub forum.
Some interesting mods in that forum. :tu:
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
Now you want a reason other than you don't already have one? :D
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Have you got a bk2?
Hope you mean knife mods, as we all know MTO has the most interesting MODeratorS. :angel:
The BK-5 has a smoother coating, sorta like a BO coating but the 15 has BK "Ben Grim" indestructible coating. It's fine but I like smooth better and....I have.....been peeking over at a Becker Forum and those guys strip, stone wash, patina, acid wash and file the heck out of their blades. Even considered a BK-32 or 39 purchase! :ahhh
I've seen ya there. I have a different username over there. i join that forum back in 02. never been very active till this summer in the Becker sub forum.
Some interesting mods in that forum. :tu:
:P
>:D
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
Now you want a reason other than you don't already have one? :D
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Have you got a bk2?
Yes but loaned it to my daughter.....
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
Now you want a reason other than you don't already have one? :D
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Have you got a bk2?
Yes but loaned it to my daughter.....
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
Now you want a reason other than you don't already have one? :D
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Have you got a bk2?
Yes but loaned it to my daughter.....
I see. Huh, a chick with a bk2 :think: That's a new one by me! Even when I was in outdoor school, the only knife I remember a girl carrying was a Kershaw leek. Good on ya for raising her right!
I've been tempted by the 2 and the 10 lately, and since the 10 is the same price, and I don't really need a sharpened prybar...
Then again I have a lot of functional knives, maybe a prybar is what I need... I was looking at the 32. Wish beckers hadn't been marching up in prove over the last few years. Also :drool: At the 39, because I love the thought of the 9, but every time I get close, I remember how pointless chopping is to me, and since I have the 4 if I need to...
:ahhh
BK32 :)
Ok, ok....you've had this 5-6 hours....tell me why I must have one!!!!! :D
Now you want a reason other than you don't already have one? :D
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Have you got a bk2?
Yes but loaned it to my daughter.....
I see. Huh, a chick with a bk2 :think: That's a new one by me! Even when I was in outdoor school, the only knife I remember a girl carrying was a Kershaw leek. Good on ya for raising her right!
I've been tempted by the 2 and the 10 lately, and since the 10 is the same price, and I don't really need a sharpened prybar...
Then again I have a lot of functional knives, maybe a prybar is what I need... I was looking at the 32. Wish beckers hadn't been marching up in prove over the last few years. Also :drool: At the 39, because I love the thought of the 9, but every time I get close, I remember how pointless chopping is to me, and since I have the 4 if I need to...
:ahhh
LOL, has her CCW permit too....she's tough like her mom. :D
I really like the clear coating it is slick and looks good. I hope they do more models with it. :tu: To quote tradewater think of the the big logo as you knife wearing a t-shirt. :D
Sn the texture is like the other Beckers handles of this size.
SG, since you've had a 2 before you know why you need a 32 :gimme: :D
Some pics.
It appears to be etched then coated.
Made up my mind to get the 2 and the 9, got the normal BK2, my OCD won't allow a mismatched pair so I'll have to get the normal BK9.
Want to get the grips lightly sandblasted, strip and polish the blades.........I want to but it's not easy considering the prices I'm paying.
Why on earth didn't they go with Micarta scales on these special editions?
Made up my mind to get the 2 and the 9, got the normal BK2, my OCD won't allow a mismatched pair so I'll have to get the normal BK9.
Want to get the grips lightly sandblasted, strip and polish the blades.........I want to but it's not easy considering the prices I'm paying.
Why on earth didn't they go with Micarta scales on these special editions?
:cheers:
Take the price most people pay x15 or x20.......thems exchange rates are smurf :rant:
I definitely don't buy with the thought or selling or trading, what I have I keep. There's no market or swapping culture locally, so I can only loose.
I feel making production knives your own with mods is the way to go, but it's not easy to mess with a "cheap" knife if it cost more than 10% of my salary! :D :whistle:
They are part of my collection, but I also feel the BK's can be used......only thing is a Mora Bushcraft seems to meet all my needs :facepalm:
Are... Are you saying it's $1000+ for a Becker there!!???!?!?!!
Thank you G.
Becker 7, 32, 11. :)
Thank you G.`
Becker 7, 32, 11. :)
Thank you G.`
Becker 7, 32, 11. :)
Very nice! :salute:
Made up my mind, BK9 will be my last purchase for this year, my ideal Becker Dream Team would be the BK2, BK3, BK4 and BK9, but I have to stop the craziness so BK2 and BK9 it will be :whistle:
I think MTO might need its own Becker fan club thread :)
I think MTO might need its own Becker fan club thread :)
This is a great idea, would probably push me to get the 14 I have been eyeing.
Anyone know what size the holes on the sheath that comes with the Becker 14 are?
Have a plan forming for how to carry the knife if/when I get one.
I think MTO might need its own Becker fan club thread :)
This is a great idea, would probably push me to get the 14 I have been eyeing.
Schrade USA 165 OT
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20USA%20165_zpsg9jluhgh.jpg)
Nice!
That's us mobile.
Nate
Payday >:D
Got the Cudeman 106-R for price of a 6-pack less than the 107-R so I now have a set....and this one is more my size
Couple more Schrade 165's
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20Walden%20165%20UH_zpsuqqnx5z4.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Sears%20Craftsman%20165%20by%20Schrade_zpsmdinz7fl.jpg)
Payday >:D
Got the Cudeman 106-R for price of a 6-pack less than the 107-R so I now have a set....and this one is more my size:
(http://i58.tinypic.com/10dabmg.jpg)
(http://i59.tinypic.com/5casy9.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/33caom1.jpg)
(http://i58.tinypic.com/33kxh7n.jpg)
(http://i58.tinypic.com/2mrs7q0.jpg)
(http://i61.tinypic.com/in4exh.jpg)
(http://i59.tinypic.com/2mq6ra1.jpg)
Couple more Schrade 165'sI really like the look of the top one Robert :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20Walden%20165%20UH_zpsuqqnx5z4.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Sears%20Craftsman%20165%20by%20Schrade_zpsmdinz7fl.jpg)
Couple more Schrade 165'sI really like the look of the top one Robert :tu:
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20Walden%20165%20UH_zpsuqqnx5z4.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Sears%20Craftsman%20165%20by%20Schrade_zpsmdinz7fl.jpg)
A big +1 :cheers:
Couple more Schrade 165's
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20Walden%20165%20UH_zpsuqqnx5z4.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Sears%20Craftsman%20165%20by%20Schrade_zpsmdinz7fl.jpg)
Couple more Schrade 165's
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20Walden%20165%20UH_zpsuqqnx5z4.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Sears%20Craftsman%20165%20by%20Schrade_zpsmdinz7fl.jpg)
The knives are nice,but those sheathes are :drool:
SG couple nice 165's UH & OT. I have a Buck Kalinga I bought in 1975 its sheath as the Big Rivets also. I'll try to get a pic of it soon.
Payday >:D
Got the Cudeman 106-R for price of a 6-pack less than the 107-R so I now have a set....and this one is more my size
Nice knife. A really spanish 'fierro'.
Cudeman is a very well considered brand here.
Congrats.
My blade it´s not a 25, but I love it
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg573/r6sponsor/IMG_20150920_115520_zpsshrzq8sq.jpg)
SG I wont be able to get a pic of the Buck I dont have it any more. Sorry about that.
I got to fondle my BK9 today....... (can only buy it next Friday :oops:)
:gimme: Not at all what I expected compared to the BK2, actually feels nice & light in hand!
A little more Becker content! :D
A little more Becker content! :D
A little more Becker content! :D
Oh dear. I've just gotten my first paycheck from a new job, and I've been looking at the 9 :facepalm:
A little more Becker content! :D
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Those look so great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :facepalm:
Thanks :salute:
I started with a buddy's CS GI Tanto this weekend, they stabbed it into a shipping container....which it took.
During the balance test it lost its handle scales and bent ever so slightly.
It's getting micarta and ergo smooth out
Have to finish that this week because friday is payday..... :woohoo: ...............and the BK9 is coming home to papa! :rofl:
Bk9 and BK2 will be stripped and polished, and after my recent successes I'm considering "kydex" front with leather backing sheaths for both of them.
A bit ambitious, but why not......
:tu:
Every time I see a BK11 pic I think "HAVE to get one of those so the contraption on the pommel can eat my hand"
:rofl:
I'm serious about wanting one :D
I may or may not have a used trail master coming in from the 'bay, and may... Or may not, also have 3 bahco Mora companions (just got one and love it!).... and a bk9..... :whistle:
Shouldn't have reminded me that "it's only money" :D
I signed up for a course 28-30 December with the knifemaker I bought my first custom from......I get to keep the knife I make, so if I don't smurf it up it'll be a complete bargain! 8)
:tu: 8) Hope you have a great time!
Very cool. Looking forward to se the result :popcorn:
Very cool. Looking forward to se the result :popcorn:
Well.......found out later we'll be working with D6, not Elmax.
I've got 2 ideas namely a simple little bushcrafter of some sort, or (if I'm honest) a variation on the design of the Tops Prather.
I can assure you my teacher will not allow a Scandi grind, well aware of his opinion on that. :rofl:
Not sure if a Bowie is maybe a bit ambitious......?
What would you want in D6?
How about a D6 santoku?A kitchen knife? :think:
How about a D6 santoku?A kitchen knife? :think:
I just, I just love it so much :)
Torture.......salary will obviously only hit bottom tomorrow.....
I've watched all the blooming BK9 testing/stripping/pimping videos again, enough already! :ahhh :D
More "bad news" :D ........the place I got the faux kydex and some other supplies from now sell laser cut knife blanks.
Figure I'll cheat and make 2 of the skinner pattern for xmas presents, and for myself I'll get some bar stock, the have 14c28 and 12c27 8)
It's funny, you're talking about stripping your 9, and I've stripped a few of mine, but I can't bring myself to do this one. I've got it in the bk4 sheath which is the same except with a hanger, and I trimmed the extra bit off the bottom past the insert. It rides with a bk13, and a small puma knife steel I got from secret Santa here a few years back :tu:
The trail master arrives tomorrow... Don't think I'll ever know if it's sk5 or o1 as it's eBay, but hey, it was an acceptable price. Is there a Condor knife whose sheath will fit the trail master? I hear they have nice leather
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
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+1!!!!
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
What does this offer that say, the bk16 does not?
I like esee, but it seems a lot of drop point ffg around nowadays. Just personal preferences I suppose.
The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
What does this offer that say, the bk16 does not?
Kydex sheath and micarta scales for about $20 more. :)I like esee, but it seems a lot of drop point ffg around nowadays. Just personal preferences I suppose.
Interesting thing about this knife is that I understand it's a TOPs design for ESEE.
Also, you know, this is not about need. It's about collecting what looks interesting at this point. I already have enough fixed blades to last a lifetime :)The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
I've been really tempted by the Trailmaster for a long time. I have the San Mai SRK and the Master Hunter. I really do like CS knives.
If you want to know one of their coolest knives, although certainly not as practical, try out the Recon Tanto some time. Got it for my teenage son, so I don't feel the need to collect it yet until he grows up and it leaves the house with him :)
I need a Trail Master. :dd:
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
What does this offer that say, the bk16 does not? I like esee, but it seems a lot of drop point ffg around nowadays. Just personal preferences I suppose.
The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
What does this offer that say, the bk16 does not? I like esee, but it seems a lot of drop point ffg around nowadays. Just personal preferences I suppose.
The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
Trailmaster it is proably a variation of 1095 CS called Carbon V. More info here (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/796582-Becker-Blade-Database-!!!?p=8961761#post8961761).
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
What does this offer that say, the bk16 does not? I like esee, but it seems a lot of drop point ffg around nowadays. Just personal preferences I suppose.
The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
Trailmaster it is proably a variation of 1095 CS called Carbon V. More info here (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/796582-Becker-Blade-Database-!!!?p=8961761#post8961761).
The Taiwan version comes in sk5, or as of a couple years ago, O1
Carbon V is to the best of my knowledge 50-100B, which is what kabar beckers are.
Raistlin- I hear ya on collecting- if it makes you happy by all means. I was just curious, I'm no big 16 fan either :D
Everyone needs a trail master. It's, amazing. I can't believe the recon scout is the same thickness. I wish they were a touch more affordable though
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The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
What does this offer that say, the bk16 does not? I like esee, but it seems a lot of drop point ffg around nowadays. Just personal preferences I suppose.
The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
Trailmaster it is proably a variation of 1095 CS called Carbon V. More info here (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/796582-Becker-Blade-Database-!!!?p=8961761#post8961761).
The Taiwan version comes in sk5, or as of a couple years ago, O1
Carbon V is to the best of my knowledge 50-100B, which is what kabar beckers are.
Raistlin- I hear ya on collecting- if it makes you happy by all means. I was just curious, I'm no big 16 fan either :D
Everyone needs a trail master. It's, amazing. I can't believe the recon scout is the same thickness. I wish they were a touch more affordable though
You have a post Camillus Trailmaster?
Oh, man. The Knife Connection has the Esee Laser Strike back in stock for $97.95 (https://www.theknifeconnection.net/esee-knives-esee-ls-p-laser-strike-black-plain-edge-blade-and-green-canvas-micarta-handle-black-kydex-sheath-clip-plate-fire-starter/). Been wanting one of these. Must resist.....
And of course, it defies logic that I should tell you guys this as a successful strategy for resisting. Epic fail :facepalm:
What does this offer that say, the bk16 does not? I like esee, but it seems a lot of drop point ffg around nowadays. Just personal preferences I suppose.
The trail master is my new favorite knife. There I said it. I ordered it before the bk9, but when the 9 arrived first, I thought it was all over. Far from it! 5/16" puts it at by *far* the thickest knife I own, and the ffg, comfy handle, great shape, feel. Wow. I love it. I don't know what steel it is! Got it 'used' on eBay, (listed as new and may be, scuffs could be from handling, but it's not 'new' new) it was best offer, I got it for $80 shipped and love it so much. Hope its O1, but doubt I'd be able to tell either way. I'd think it would have tarnished or rusted after having sat around uncoated, but apparently not. Maybe it is o1??
Next on my list are a leather sheath for the trail master if I can find one, a set of Becker grips (not sure wood vs micarta), and maaaybe a recon scout :D
Trailmaster it is proably a variation of 1095 CS called Carbon V. More info here (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/796582-Becker-Blade-Database-!!!?p=8961761#post8961761).
The Taiwan version comes in sk5, or as of a couple years ago, O1
Carbon V is to the best of my knowledge 50-100B, which is what kabar beckers are.
Raistlin- I hear ya on collecting- if it makes you happy by all means. I was just curious, I'm no big 16 fan either :D
Everyone needs a trail master. It's, amazing. I can't believe the recon scout is the same thickness. I wish they were a touch more affordable though
You have a post Camillus Trailmaster?
I don't know what the Camillus era was, I have a cold steel trail master
You NEED a Trail Master!!!!!!!!!!!!! :pok:
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So the Carbon V was sourced from Camillus... Is that to say Camillus made the blade for cold steel? I'm not sure who produced mine, and really the fact that it's uncannily rust and (mostly) blemish free has me curious what it's made of!
Really like the look of those sheaths SG, if one I'm taking on the'bay doesn't pan out, I'll likely go that option. Still can't wrap my head around sheaths that match the knife price :think: :D but boy, I love this knife enough that I want to live every aspect of it and use the heck out of it!
I also want to get a recon scout, wish there was an uncoated one!
Hi, my name is Gerhard, and I'm a blade addict :facepalm:
I need to do a fixed blade collection update thread.....way past ridiculous! :rofl:
I have even better taste in women, but I'm single :rofl:
:salute:
I went to order some more kydex, and left with a hunka chunka blade steel of the 14c28N variety, 4mm thick. 8)
Cutting, shaping and heat treating this will be something else, but my mother didn't have scared kids :D
BK9 for scale :D
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How does everyone keep their tm pretty? I can't oil it, because it just beads up, or wipes off on the sheath-which, wow, does secure-ex dull knives. And it doesn't seem like everyone's going around forcing a patina. Though it's (strangely) not exactly doing anything bad dry..
How does everyone keep their tm pretty? I can't oil it, because it just beads up, or wipes off on the sheath-which, wow, does secure-ex dull knives. And it doesn't seem like everyone's going around forcing a patina. Though it's (strangely) not exactly doing anything bad dry..
For knives that I am collecting but not using, or at least would not use for food, I use Sentry Solutions TUF Cloth. They make a marine version of it if you live somewhere very humid and want extra protection.
How does everyone keep their tm pretty? I can't oil it, because it just beads up, or wipes off on the sheath-which, wow, does secure-ex dull knives. And it doesn't seem like everyone's going around forcing a patina. Though it's (strangely) not exactly doing anything bad dry..
For knives that I am collecting but not using, or at least would not use for food, I use Sentry Solutions TUF Cloth. They make a marine version of it if you live somewhere very humid and want extra protection.
+1 heard good things on the TUF Cloths!
Flitz protects my blades. cleans and protects.
How does everyone keep their tm pretty? I can't oil it, because it just beads up, or wipes off on the sheath-which, wow, does secure-ex dull knives. And it doesn't seem like everyone's going around forcing a patina. Though it's (strangely) not exactly doing anything bad dry..
For knives that I am collecting but not using, or at least would not use for food, I use Sentry Solutions TUF Cloth. They make a marine version of it if you live somewhere very humid and want extra protection.
+1 heard good things on the TUF Cloths!
Flitz protects my blades. cleans and protects.
+1
I've heard good things about Flitz, too. But is a buffing compound, right?
How does everyone keep their tm pretty? I can't oil it, because it just beads up, or wipes off on the sheath-which, wow, does secure-ex dull knives. And it doesn't seem like everyone's going around forcing a patina. Though it's (strangely) not exactly doing anything bad dry..
For knives that I am collecting but not using, or at least would not use for food, I use Sentry Solutions TUF Cloth. They make a marine version of it if you live somewhere very humid and want extra protection.
+1 heard good things on the TUF Cloths!
Flitz protects my blades. cleans and protects.
+1
I've heard good things about Flitz, too. But is a buffing compound, right?
An ultra fine one but I usually hit mine before they go into the leather sheaths....just a tiny tiny tiny bit on a buff rag. Probably have 30+ hunting knives stored in leather sheaths with no problems with rust so far. Will use RIG as well if going out into the rain with blades/firearms.
These are my results here in my part of the country, your results may vary. Flitz also makes a protection product just for guns/blades...Have a tube but never tried it.
Neat shot forest!!! :cheers:
Thanks for the advice guys!
A long overdue picture, plus a couple new guys I picked up today, schrade schf36 and buck 119 :D
Sorry about the poor quality, need better lighting, and my schedule has me mostly awake at night :facepalm:
Forest, that's a great looking blade! Love a Becker with some wear, and digging the stippled scales!
Thanks for the advice guys!
A long overdue picture, plus a couple new guys I picked up today, schrade schf36 and buck 119 :D
Sorry about the poor quality, need better lighting, and my schedule has me mostly awake at night :facepalm:
Forest, that's a great looking blade! Love a Becker with some wear, and digging the stippled scales!
Oh, and as for the picture...
:facepalm:
This is starting to become a show off your Beckers thread. And I love it
This is starting to become a show off your Beckers thread. And I love it
David ive never heard of the spyderco Mule team blades, im gonna do some homework.got any pics?
This is starting to become a show off your Beckers thread. And I love it
This.
SAKnight I think you scored some nice blades there , ive had my eye on the schrade schf36 .I prefer to hold it before I buy it. Im just kinda weird that way.
David ive never heard of the spyderco Mule team blades, im gonna do some homework.got any pics?
Here are a few pics of my Becker Magnum Camp, and a SOG seal pup.
Raistlin, you have the seal pup elite I want, satin plain edge :drool: I just, I had a CE tini already, and it was good, but because I've had one, re-getting one loses priority.
I've had eye's on that Hudson Bay off and on for a while so will will look forward to how you think it performs over time. :)
I feel (with relief) I'm starting to reach saturation point. . . .
I feel (with relief) I'm starting to reach saturation point. . . .
Famous last words, so to speak.
We've all been there and have managed to overcome that obstacle :D
I feel (with relief) I'm starting to reach saturation point. . . .
Famous last words, so to speak.
We've all been there and have managed to overcome that obstacle :D
It's here :D
I've had eye's on that Hudson Bay off and on for a while so will will look forward to how you think it performs over time. :)
those aren't bad pics. the knives just seem more rustic and that is good
Wow SG, that is an impressive collection of 165's. The best I've ever seen. 8) 8) 8) :tu: :salute: :)
Schrade 165OT
Schrade Walden 165UH
Schrade Walden 165OT
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 Deerslayer ACA Edge (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165
QuoteSchrade 165OT
Schrade Walden 165UH
Schrade Walden 165OT
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 Deerslayer ACA Edge (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165
Very very VERY nice! :salute: :tu:
Newest 165's including a S-W (top) and two awesome Craftsman hidden tangs (one a Deerslayer)!!!!!
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My collection.
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Top to bottom...
Schrade 165OT
Schrade Walden 165UH
Schrade Walden 165OT
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 Deerslayer ACA Edge (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165
Poor pics, sorry.
Newest 165's including a S-W (top) and two awesome Craftsman hidden tangs (one a Deerslayer)!!!!!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/new%20additions_zpserxi4a96.jpg)
My collection.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/All%20165s_zpswoggeaaq.jpg)
Top to bottom...
Schrade 165OT
Schrade Walden 165UH
Schrade Walden 165OT
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 Deerslayer ACA Edge (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165 (hidden tang)
(Schrade) Craftsman 165
Poor pics, sorry.
Wow, those are really cool. :gimme:
Do you mean like this.
Western Camper, BK11 and BK7
What type of material are you going to use for the handle G?Problem started as soon as I held its little friend, I was planning on black micarta because I'm itching to do an Impala horn effect, but this one is screaming for wood....
Loving this little thing, probably need to make a plastic sheath...
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Looks good G! That wrench knife is really 8) :)
BK32
Knifewrench :ahhh
G :salute:
:cheers:
That knife looks great! :drool:
Nice looking Ahti Metsästäjä. They are common, and valued puukkos around here. You should get to know Wood Jewel puukkos also.Very nice....feed the need :D
Hope to see your collection.
Sweet Steve! Can't wait to see the pics.I'm just hoping I get it early and don't have to wait till Christmas >:D
Not silly at all. I start most of my fires with the help of my Bushcraft Black. I damn near go through a fire rod in a year. I light my pellet stove, torches, fires, wood stove in the shop, and on and on.:rofl:
It will. I use them all the time. I have been thinking about get a couple of the big one online. The 1/2 inch thick and 6 inches long.
The Light My Fire ferro rods are great, but they are soft and I go through them fast. I like the harder ones better. Last longer and you can scrap a nice little pile of dust off of it and light candles or start fires easier. At least for me anyways.
BK11's
BK11's
Did anyone in the US use their fixed blades (non kitchen knives) to slice the turkey today? :)
Did anyone in the US use their fixed blades (non kitchen knives) to slice the turkey today? :)
No but I was ready if needed. Had the Bk32 handy just in case. :D
Did anyone in the US use their fixed blades (non kitchen knives) to slice the turkey today? :)
Did anyone in the US use their fixed blades (non kitchen knives) to slice the turkey today? :)
No but I was ready if needed. Had the Bk32 handy just in case. :D
That would make quick work of any turkey bones :rofl:
Intersting looking knife Tony who made it?
Intersting looking knife Tony who made it?
Intersting looking knife Tony who made it?
Some old bloke who rushed it a bit at the end and should have taken more time in sanding ;)
:D
Intersting looking knife Tony who made it?
Some old bloke who rushed it a bit at the end and should have taken more time in sanding ;)
:D
:think: :D
Intersting looking knife Tony who made it?
Some old bloke who rushed it a bit at the end and should have taken more time in sanding ;)
:D
:think: :D
Someone who should stop shaving bits of his body hair :shrug:
Buck Hoodlum -20%.............?
A local shop had 20% off all Buck knives, and they have a Hoodlum that's been sitting in the shelve for 2 years.....Buck Hoodlum -20%.............?
You have lost 80% ? :think:
Went for a little hike today took the BK32 a long :)
Went for a little hike today took the BK32 a long :)
After 15 years of hard use this this knife has proven itself more then once.Nice!
Great Buck TG!
Yes! Very nice!
:drool: :drool: :drool:
was not aware of that beauty
was not aware of that beauty
I posted this when there was a $15.00 discount coupon.When I clicked on the link,before posting this response,the coupon didn't appear.
There are other good deals on this knife and a google search might reveal these.This is a good knife from a reputable company,who also offer a lifetime warranty.
Dr Z.......
My cousin has one just like that, I know they're supposed to be good knives, but I just don't get a quality feel, especially that guard......?
Just wondering if it's the same as my experience with a Mora Companion where respect for it's durability came after some use?
Off topic, but I like the bag.
I have a similar bag in black. With way to much "possibles" in it...
Very nice looking knife! :drool:
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
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Very nice looking knife! :drool:
+1 :cheers:
Very nice looking knife! :drool:
+1 :cheers:
+2 :drool: :gimme:
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
(http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-t7tzgd0/products/8692/images/11415/yhst-72001783265187_2267_97593549__66036.1409964513.500.659.jpg)
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
(http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-t7tzgd0/products/8692/images/11415/yhst-72001783265187_2267_97593549__66036.1409964513.500.659.jpg)
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
(http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-t7tzgd0/products/8692/images/11415/yhst-72001783265187_2267_97593549__66036.1409964513.500.659.jpg)
Never heard of Bark River and I lived in Michigan for many years. Will be moving back there soon.
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
(http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-t7tzgd0/products/8692/images/11415/yhst-72001783265187_2267_97593549__66036.1409964513.500.659.jpg)
Never heard of Bark River and I lived in Michigan for many years. Will be moving back there soon.
The company is only about a dozen years old or so, but their knives are extremely popular in the bushcraft community. They are based out of the UP in Escanaba. Very awesome finished knives with good steel, convex edge, and a lifetime warranty. My local hardware store a mile down the street from me carries them, so I have seen them several time but never purchased one before. I think they are a bit pricey at or near full MSRP, but the Woodland I purchased from DLT Trading is almost 50% off.
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
(http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-t7tzgd0/products/8692/images/11415/yhst-72001783265187_2267_97593549__66036.1409964513.500.659.jpg)
Never heard of Bark River and I lived in Michigan for many years. Will be moving back there soon.
The company is only about a dozen years old or so, but their knives are extremely popular in the bushcraft community. They are based out of the UP in Escanaba. Very awesome finished knives with good steel, convex edge, and a lifetime warranty. My local hardware store a mile down the street from me carries them, so I have seen them several time but never purchased one before. I think they are a bit pricey at or near full MSRP, but the Woodland I purchased from DLT Trading is almost 50% off.
Very nice mate. :tu: I've wanted a BRKT knife for years, but never could quite justify the price of them over here.
Very nice mate. :tu: I've wanted a BRKT knife for years, but never could quite justify the price of them over here.
Very nice mate. :tu: I've wanted a BRKT knife for years, but never could quite justify the price of them over here.
+1 :drool: Same here and would like to handle it first if paying that price.
Great Randall there TG!
Great Randall there TG!
Absolutely! That is a beautiful knife :drool:
Very nice mate. :tu: I've wanted a BRKT knife for years, but never could quite justify the price of them over here.
DLT Trading does do international shipping. Could be worth checking out their BR knifes on sale every so often to see if anything works out for you:
http://www.dlttrading.com/knives-on-sale#/?Category0=Knives+on+Sale&search_return=all&Category1=Bark+River+Knives+on+Sale
which one or one's are you considering Gareth? :)
which one or one's are you considering Gareth? :)
which one or one's are you considering Gareth? :)
Well since your asking :whistle:
I like the Bravo EDC and the Gunny. I wouldn't be comfortable spending the coin tho. The Deseert Ironwood looks gorgeous.
which one or one's are you considering Gareth? :)
Well since your asking :whistle:
I like the Bravo EDC and the Gunny. I wouldn't be comfortable spending the coin tho. The Deseert Ironwood looks gorgeous.
+1 on the asking so maybe the Fox River 3V or Bravo 1LT 3V in matte black G10 with the ramp ground off. :dd:
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
(http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-t7tzgd0/products/8692/images/11415/yhst-72001783265187_2267_97593549__66036.1409964513.500.659.jpg)
Never heard of Bark River and I lived in Michigan for many years. Will be moving back there soon.
The company is only about a dozen years old or so, but their knives are extremely popular in the bushcraft community. They are based out of the UP in Escanaba. Very awesome finished knives with good steel, convex edge, and a lifetime warranty. My local hardware store a mile down the street from me carries them, so I have seen them several time but never purchased one before. I think they are a bit pricey at or near full MSRP, but the Woodland I purchased from DLT Trading is almost 50% off.
+100!!!! I only have one but WOW! They are awesome! Buy 'em used or on sale!
My BR Kephart...
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TG that is a beautiful Randall! 8) :)
TG that is a beautiful Randall! 8) :)
Thanks David. This Randall is a real hand full because the stag is so large in circumference.
Here it is compared to the Buck 124.
TG that is a beautiful Randall! 8) :)
Thanks David. This Randall is a real hand full because the stag is so large in circumference.
Here it is compared to the Buck 124.
That sure puts it into perspective. Very nice :tu:
Another nice Randall TG!
Another nice Randall TG!
+1 :drool: :drool:
Another nice Randall TG!
+1 :drool: :drool:
Thank you David and ZB.
I've been hoarding these Randalls.LOL
Since I live in Michigan, seems about time I get a Bark River knife. Got a Woodland S35VN on the way from DLT Trading (the older Woodland model style, which is on closeout):
(http://cdn3.bigcommerce.com/s-t7tzgd0/products/8692/images/11415/yhst-72001783265187_2267_97593549__66036.1409964513.500.659.jpg)
Never heard of Bark River and I lived in Michigan for many years. Will be moving back there soon.
The company is only about a dozen years old or so, but their knives are extremely popular in the bushcraft community. They are based out of the UP in Escanaba. Very awesome finished knives with good steel, convex edge, and a lifetime warranty. My local hardware store a mile down the street from me carries them, so I have seen them several time but never purchased one before. I think they are a bit pricey at or near full MSRP, but the Woodland I purchased from DLT Trading is almost 50% off.
+100!!!! I only have one but WOW! They are awesome! Buy 'em used or on sale!
My BR Kephart...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BR%20Kephart%20CPM%203V_zpsuqrenoau.jpg)
SG, I really like the look pf that BRK Kephart!
Holy hell Batman!
Loving the Randalls TG! 8) Keepin coming. :tu: :)Thanks David,but there is a limit even to my obsessions.LOL
I keep missing this thread in the recent posts lists! Nice Randalls TG!!!!!!Thanks brother from one admirer of the blade to another.
Great looking knives!Thanks brother Grathr.
First brkt - Bush Seax
Looks real nice! :tu: :tu:
Looking good mate. :popcorn:+1 :tu:
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I am looking for another fixed blade that would be between these two in size.
Sub 3" Wharncliffe style blade which can be pocket carried while sheathed.
Any suggestions?
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I am looking for another fixed blade that would be between these two in size.
Sub 3" Wharncliffe style blade which can be pocket carried while sheathed.
Any suggestions?
Finished the Elver the other night.
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Decided just to sand the handle and leave it un-waxed/oiled. Went to 800 grit wet and dry and it's lovely and smooth in the hand. Great shape to the handles and the blade's not too big. Lovely sheath too.
Finished the Elver the other night.
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Decided just to sand the handle and leave it un-waxed/oiled. Went to 800 grit wet and dry and it's lovely and smooth in the hand. Great shape to the handles and the blade's not too big. Lovely sheath too.
Thats a job well done.
Congrats brother hiraethus.
For those who don't keep up with the Puukko thread here's my latest knife acquisition. A combo of Leuku and Puukko by Wood Jewel.
Finished the Elver the other night.
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Decided just to sand the handle and leave it un-waxed/oiled. Went to 800 grit wet and dry and it's lovely and smooth in the hand. Great shape to the handles and the blade's not too big. Lovely sheath too.
What is the story with this knife? Never heard of an Elver before.
What is the story with this knife? Never heard of an Elver before.
What is the story with this knife? Never heard of an Elver before.
It's made by Enzo, a Finnish knife maker. They make all sorts of nice fixed and folding knives - you can see them here: http://brisa.fi/enzo.html - and they also make kits where you get the blade and either pre-machined handles or blocks of the handle material to finish yourself. The Elver is their smallest full size knife kit (they also make some neck knives) and they seem to be pretty good value at just 60 euros ($65) for the blade, screws, handles and sheath. The finished knife is 95 euros (or £85 in this country ::)).
What is the story with this knife? Never heard of an Elver before.
It's made by Enzo, a Finnish knife maker. They make all sorts of nice fixed and folding knives - you can see them here: http://brisa.fi/enzo.html - and they also make kits where you get the blade and either pre-machined handles or blocks of the handle material to finish yourself. The Elver is their smallest full size knife kit (they also make some neck knives) and they seem to be pretty good value at just 60 euros ($65) for the blade, screws, handles and sheath. The finished knife is 95 euros (or £85 in this country ::)).
How is it possible I have never seen this?
Why yes I would love to make my own knife.
What is the story with this knife? Never heard of an Elver before.
It's made by Enzo, a Finnish knife maker. They make all sorts of nice fixed and folding knives - you can see them here: http://brisa.fi/enzo.html - and they also make kits where you get the blade and either pre-machined handles or blocks of the handle material to finish yourself. The Elver is their smallest full size knife kit (they also make some neck knives) and they seem to be pretty good value at just 60 euros ($65) for the blade, screws, handles and sheath. The finished knife is 95 euros (or £85 in this country ::)).
How is it possible I have never seen this?
Why yes I would love to make my own knife.
I would imagine that fighting for truth, justice and the American way takes a lot of your free time...... :salute:
I'm sure they have US dealers if you wanted to give it a go - and there must be similar products from other manufacturers out there too. You really should try it, you know. :pok:
Camillus BK2 :)
This is another Randall Made knife.It's a model 21 Little Game with a SS blade,thumb notches,single brass hilt,brass and black spacers and a Sambar Stag handle.It's finished with a brass butt cap and thong hole.
Altogether it's an attractive and compact knife.
Camillus BK2 :)
That BK2 is a brute and there's probably nothing that knife couldn't do.
Congrats David.
This is another Randall Made knife.It's a model 21 Little Game with a SS blade,thumb notches,single brass hilt,brass and black spacers and a Sambar Stag handle.It's finished with a brass butt cap and thong hole.
Altogether it's an attractive and compact knife.
Another nice Randall TG! 8)Camillus BK2 :)
That BK2 is a brute and there's probably nothing that knife couldn't do.
Congrats David.
Thank you TG. The Camillus BK2 has a thinner blade than the Ka-Bar BK2. Its still a solid knife. :D
This is another Randall Made knife.It's a model 21 Little Game with a SS blade,thumb notches,single brass hilt,brass and black spacers and a Sambar Stag handle.It's finished with a brass butt cap and thong hole.
Altogether it's an attractive and compact knife.
Another nice Randall TG! 8)Camillus BK2 :)
That BK2 is a brute and there's probably nothing that knife couldn't do.
Congrats David.
Thank you TG. The Camillus BK2 has a thinner blade than the Ka-Bar BK2. Its still a solid knife. :D
Makes it sorta like a drop point rampless 10 then, huh? Neat. Forgot the Cammy 2's were standard thickness. Skeletonized tang on that or solid?
That's a really nice puukko SG!
That's a really nice puukko SG!
Thanks David!!! I lost one in the '06 fire and it took this long to find one I could afford.
Cool knives. That pic of the BK4 is really good. :)
No tweeners yet. Have thought about a 16. My main hold up is I'm not sure the handle is big enough for my hand. It proably is but might be border line small. :)
Finished the Elver the other night.
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Decided just to sand the handle and leave it un-waxed/oiled. Went to 800 grit wet and dry and it's lovely and smooth in the hand. Great shape to the handles and the blade's not too big. Lovely sheath too.
Thats a job well done.
Congrats brother hiraethus.
+100!!!
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Love that model (and the SS version as well)!! Great knives!! :cheers:
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Love that model (and the SS version as well)!! Great knives!! :cheers:
Everyone who uses it then wants their own one. :D
Thanks SG and Steve! This Camillus BK10 was at a decent price so it came to Kansas. The BK10 was not a Becker that was high on my want list but once I got it in my hand I have a better appreciation for it. Camillus BK2 and BK10 pic. :)
Dream knife!!!! :cheers:
Sweet Randall tg :tu:
Here is an old one that belonged to my wife's father (who was born in 1909_
German made, stag handle, likely an inexpensive knife at the time.
Here are a pair of U.S made Schrade "Sharpfinger" knives
They are still produced "off shore" by a company that bought the Schrade name after they closed in 2004.
Got this Case hunting knife about 20 years ago at the Case/Zippo show at their factory in Bradford PA, USA
Kept it in pristine condition until a couple years ago, I dropped it on concrete floor, while fondling it
( Fondling the knife, to be more clear BTW )
After fixing the point ( of course, the point ) It became an occasional user.
Grrrreat Randalls TG!!! :)
Good knives M, TP and F :)
Some of my most used, carried and loved fixed blades...
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Beautiful stuff Marcellus!! :cheers:
Here is an old one that belonged to my wife's father (who was born in 1909_
German made, stag handle, likely an inexpensive knife at the time.
Great looking knife.
It does seem a little odd that the sheath has an embossed image of an American Indian.It appears the American "Old West" had an influence all around the world.
Great looking knife GG :cheers:
Great looking knife GG :cheers:
+1!!
This is a Randall Model 5-5" Camp and Trail.
It's made of 1/4″ stainless steel stock with a straight blade.The top of the blade in front of hilt is notched for thumb placement.It has a nickel silver single hilt,red and silver spacers,a nice piece of Sambar stag and it's finished with a nickel silver butt cap.
That wharnie is nice.
How are the sheath with these?
This is a Randall Model 5-5" Camp and Trail.
It's made of 1/4″ stainless steel stock with a straight blade.The top of the blade in front of hilt is notched for thumb placement.It has a nickel silver single hilt,red and silver spacers,a nice piece of Sambar stag and it's finished with a nickel silver butt cap.
That's an excellent Randall TG!
That wharnie is nice.
How are the sheath with these?
Strong, rigid and reliable. More than tmost neck knives.
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These kind of knives fail often in the sheath department, but with the CRKTs you can't go wrong. They all retain perfectly.
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And easy to clean, put paracord or rope through, lightweight...
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The only superior/better sheath in the neck knife market is, IMO, the SPyderco ARKs' sheath
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KJ Eriksson Hunters mod. 1701 (Stainless top, carbon bottom).
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KJ Eriksson Hunters mod. 1701 (Stainless top, carbon bottom).
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Those are lovely looking knives :salute:
KJ Eriksson Hunters mod. 1701 (Stainless top, carbon bottom).
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KJ Eriksson Hunters mod. 1701 (Stainless top, carbon bottom).
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Those handles are a little radical for my conservative tastes but they are nice looking knives.
Nice finds SG!
Got the beast :D
Few fresh photos......my paint stripper went off so they'll be spared a few days.
:duel: I can get it to make swishing noises in a snap cut......truly is a monster blade 8)
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What kind of tree is that your BK9 is stuck into?
What kind of tree is that your BK9 is stuck into?
It's a Date Palm, but a variety with very little flesh on the fruits, fast growing, drought resistant and excellent target for axe & knife testing, ninja stars, crossbow......you name it >:D
Here is a pic of my Helle Harding - just because....... :whistle:
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Here is a pic of my Helle Harding - just because....... :whistle:
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Case set Skinner and small game knife.
Date code 1965 -1970.
I am preserving this set in Case collection
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TG really liking the Randall #1. A all time classic.
Greenbear nice looking knife.
Case set Skinner and small game knife
Date code 1965 -1970
I am preserving this set in Case collection
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Here is a pic of my Helle Harding - just because....... :whistle:
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These are Randall Model 8's, Trout and Bird.I've been fortunate to be able to own two of these knives.One is crafted with 01 tool steel and the other is stainless steel.
With its 4" blade it's the perfect size for handling almost any game dressing or fish processing chore.
These are Randall Model 8's, Trout and Bird.I've been fortunate to be able to own two of these knives.One is crafted with 01 tool steel and the other is stainless steel.Another Randall classic! I used one of those for years. Great little knife.
With its 4" blade it's the perfect size for handling almost any game dressing or fish processing chore.
That Model 25 is a beauty. I remember when Randall came out with the Model 25 & 26. I wanted one badly back then but they were harder than normal to get and more pricey since demand was so high. I'm familiar with most standard Randall knives. I've owned models 1-7, 3-5 and an 8 all with. O1 steel. I ordered My Model 1-7 in 1979 and took delivery 12 months later in 1980. can you imagine only a 1 year wait today. I think the last I heard was 5 years. The Model3-5 was a two year wait in the mid 90's. The Model 8 I bought used from a knife deal from Missouri I meet at a gun show. Course one can pay a premium to the dealer to do your waiting for you. which is proably the route I'd go if i was to get another Randall. :)
Love it Sparky when you get your blades out and take pix!!!!! :cheers:
Love it Sparky when you get your blades out and take pix!!!!! :cheers:
+1 :tu:
Love it Sparky when you get your blades out and take pix!!!!! :cheers:
+1 :tu:
+2
Loving that stag knife too whatever it is.
Good knives Tony?
SG that a sharp looking Mora.
That's a great good pic there clear ice.
This isn't anything special like some of the knives posted here, but it gets the job done! I just got it and I'm really loving the thing!Have you been to the fishing thread?!?!
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That sunnie was a solid 9.5" and thick! The mora made quick work of him and a few of his friends
This isn't anything special like some of the knives posted here, but it gets the job done! I just got it and I'm really loving the thing!Have you been to the fishing thread?!?!
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That sunnie was a solid 9.5" and thick! The mora made quick work of him and a few of his friends
Good looking knives there SG!!!
Good looking knives there SG!!!
as you would say
+100 :cheers:
Great pictures CI :salute:
:cheers:
And my newest Mora got a new sheath and a new edge...it was as dull as a butter knife!
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And my newest Mora got a new sheath and a new edge...it was as dull as a butter knife!
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Great looking knife.
Got out and used my Mora again today! Performed beautifully making shavings and battoning some wood!
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Another good day in the woods courtesy of my Mora!
Another good looking Randall TG!
I only have a couple of fixed blades but I love them all. Need to work on my photo skills though. From smallest to largest.
ESEE Izula
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Bradford Guardian3
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Smith & Sons Cherokee
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ESEE "Molon Labe" group buy 6
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Also have an ESEE RC-3 floating around somewhere. My crappy photo taking really doesn't do the forced patina on the Cherokee justice.
How do you like the Cherokee?
I only have a couple of fixed blades but I love them all. Need to work on my photo skills though. From smallest to largest.
Nice pics! I've been drooling over a Bradford for a while... Is it worth the money? It sure looks nice!
Nice pics! I've been drooling over a Bradford for a while... Is it worth the money? It sure looks nice!
I think so. A couple notes though. It's smaller than it seems, at least I think so. Basically what I mean is that the normal grip is your finger in the choil. There isn't really enough grip length to back off where your finger isn't in the choil and still hang on to it. Fine for me though as I like that grip and feel like I have lots of control.
The edges on the g10 are a little sharp and and could perhaps be radiused a little more. The texture is aggressive and gives a good grip. It comes with a leather sheath that is nice but I wished I had gotten the kydex and still might. Finally while I think the saber grind ones look nice I'm more of a full flat grind guy and glad I got in on one of those limited runs. Mine and most are M390 but I think they also did a run in 3v but not sure the availability of those. The 390 seems to make more since to me in a blade this size though. When I think of 3v I think more about bigger choppers.
Old nice Spanish Muela...
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my favorite brand from my country!
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My new LionSteel M3:Good looking knife there R65.
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My hands are XXL, so bigger than it looks:
Overall length: 235 mm. - 9.25 in.
Blade length: 105 mm. - 4.13 in.
Blade thickness: 5 mm. - 0.20 in.
My new LionSteel M3:Good looking knife there R65.
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My hands are XXL, so bigger than it looks:
Overall length: 235 mm. - 9.25 in.
Blade length: 105 mm. - 4.13 in.
Blade thickness: 5 mm. - 0.20 in.
LionSteel makes some great knives.
I have two of their folders but their fixed blades are certainly worthy of consideration for future purchase
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Old nice Spanish Muela...
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my favorite brand from my country!
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Awesome! I have the same brand. I know nothing about it except I have had it a while and I love it. Oh, and the artist that did the handle is from Alaska and is named Linda Petree.
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My new LionSteel M3:
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My hands are XXL, so bigger than it looks:
Overall length: 235 mm. - 9.25 in.
Blade length: 105 mm. - 4.13 in.
Blade thickness: 5 mm. - 0.20 in.
My new LionSteel M3:Great looking knife. I'm digging the handle a lot.
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My hands are XXL, so bigger than it looks:
Overall length: 235 mm. - 9.25 in.
Blade length: 105 mm. - 4.13 in.
Blade thickness: 5 mm. - 0.20 in.
My new LionSteel M3:Great looking knife. I'm digging the handle a lot.
(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/raistlin121/lionsteel-m3_zpsfv7pualn.jpg)
My hands are XXL, so bigger than it looks:
Overall length: 235 mm. - 9.25 in.
Blade length: 105 mm. - 4.13 in.
Blade thickness: 5 mm. - 0.20 in.
LionSteel offers many options for handle material.I believe that may be olive wood.
Old nice Spanish Muela...
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my favorite brand from my country!
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Awesome! I have the same brand. I know nothing about it except I have had it a while and I love it. Oh, and the artist that did the handle is from Alaska and is named Linda Petree.
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CAPT this is a gorgeous knife. Just gorgeous. :gimme:
Thick beast...
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Camillus guard marked USNMk2. Have to get a sheath yet.
That's a beauty TG. :drool:
A Tom Cute knife done in the Loveless style hunter design.
Unfortunately Tom has passed on but he trained several other makers in his state of New York.
A Tom Cute knife done in the Loveless style hunter design.
Unfortunately Tom has passed on but he trained several other makers in his state of New York.
Beautiful knife. That styling really caught my eye.
Old nice Spanish Muela...
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my favorite brand from my country!
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Cool pic!
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Is it the lighting/photo or is there a slight curve to the knife?
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Is it the lighting/photo or is there a slight curve to the knife?
It must be the light,as I can't imagine the force necessary to bend 1/4" thick blade.
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Is it the lighting/photo or is there a slight curve to the knife?
It must be the light,as I can't imagine the force necessary to bend 1/4" thick blade.
Often it happens during the heat treat. IMO it doesn't take anything away from such a beautiful knife.
This Sword recently arrived from Zoidberg :)
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TG, do you have one of these? Across between a s 119 Special and a Ka-Bar.
A few more Bucks arrived recently.nice :salute: I had the frontiersman 124 (mid to late 80's) was a solid knife.
The first is a model 120 and it's the largest knife in their classic series.
The next one is a 121 and this was their "fisherman' model until recently.It was dropped and replaced with several more modern designs.
Both have the Boone and Crockett logo placed on the handle and two shibboleths of the club are scripted on the blades.
TG, do you have one of these? Across between a s 119 Special and a Ka-Bar.
Not yet.
Buck makes two Brahmas,one like you have and a smaller version.
It looks heavy duty.How do you like it?
Razor sharp and solid as a rock but that awesome big steel pommel has too acute an edge in some grip angles. A radiused outside edges would ease the transition areas. I'll see to it. :tu:TG, do you have one of these? Across between a s 119 Special and a Ka-Bar.Not yet.
Buck makes two Brahmas,one like you have and a smaller version.
It looks heavy duty.How do you like it?
Potbelly hard at work(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160424/100dde7fce974f600a72fd3be4e29c53.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160424/fde6d22fd01ed070838d9743e06b3b91.jpg)Nice! Cool pics also.
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Nice! I do think it would cut an apple TREE just fine.
Nice! I do think it would cut an apple TREE just fine.
Fixed that for you.
Great looking blade!
Nice! I do think it would cut an apple TREE just fine.
Fixed that for you.
Great looking blade!
My fixed blade multi tool , possibly 1950s German made , no maker mark present
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Very nice Dr. Z!!! :cheers:
:pok:
Your need a bigger box Mate :D
Horses for courses, I chop wood, the I cut paper.....I made myself a good knife........not meant for cutting apples AT ALL! :rofl:
Put a lanyard in that top front hole, dare say you could chop forever :salute:
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Horses for courses, I chop wood, the I cut paper.....I made myself a good knife........not meant for cutting apples AT ALL! :rofl:
Put a lanyard in that top front hole, dare say you could chop forever :salute:
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You should see at my back door, wood chips, shavings everywhere, just a general mess. I've been compulsively testing this knife, chopped some rotten oranges which slightly stained the blade, the only excuse I need to cold blue the blade....I know it's not durable but I do love the finish 8)
Also started with a plastic sheath yesterday, did the basic molding and I mean to have it covered in leather and ready for next weekend.
I did a flat grind on this blade and the convexed the bevels on a slack belt, partly to hide some mistakes.
Best part for me is I realised the knife cuts (wood at least) much better than the D6 hollow ground knife I made on a course.........and the D6 was sharper without a doubt....
I've now battoned with it, chopped into some knots and various other abuses, and I'm extremely happy with the heat treat as well.
Only part I'm not happy with is I did the heat treat 3 times, and I have no way to actually measure what I'm dealing with, it was luck and is not repeatable.
I bought two sheets of Kydex,several years ago,for a special project but I never used them.
They're in the shop,stored in some forgotten location.LOL.
You should see at my back door, wood chips, shavings everywhere, just a general mess. . . .
Zman I'z thinking we need more pics of that big ol' Svord bowie. :)
Anyone fancies really old Marttiini Ilves (bobcat), or old K. J. Eriksson and Jönsson Mora knives?
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I like the look of those Padre :tu:
:cheers:
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I want to see a picture that shows how you have all three strapped on at once :D
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I want to see a picture that shows how you have all three strapped on at once :D
It's not complicated, I strap one to each leg...
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I want to see a picture that shows how you have all three strapped on at once :D
It's not complicated, I strap one to each leg...
:rofl:
Awsome pic by the way! :tu:
Von Tempsky!
If that giant blade is only half as well done as my trusty peasant, then this would be my knife for the zombie apocalypse (no harm meant, Zoidombie)
;-)
Amazing pics Zoidberg! :tu:
Awesome pics Zman :tu:
Awesome pics Zman :tu:
+100!!!!!
The Von Tempsky is still on my list!!!! :cheers: :cheers:
Awesome pics Zman :tu:
+100!!!!!
The Von Tempsky is still on my list!!!! :cheers: :cheers:
It might be on my list now. Saw one in a shop cabinet recently that looked approx twice as thick. I need both types right?
Bona CopperField #18 :angel:
http://bonaknives.com/
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Bona CopperField #18 :angel:
http://bonaknives.com/
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What a beauty!
A couple of new pics of my camp knife.....
Blackjack Warner Moran Rio Grand Camp
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A couple of new pics of my camp knife.....
Blackjack Warner Moran Rio Grand Camp
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Awesomely beautiful SG!!!
MMMMmmmmmmmmmelon!
Delicious, both knife and prey!
MMMMmmmmmmmmmelon!
Delicious, both knife and prey!
Watermelon is prey? What? Were you a vicious predatory slug in a past life? :D
Looking forward to the Mora Garberg Knife :)
did people run in fear and call you scary man?
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Nice blade. How are you carrying it? Sheath in pocket, sheath on belt, sheath in pack?
Nice!
Well two of them are fixed. The OKC RTAK II and the Falkniven S1 Pro (which is far to pretty to use, I'll get over it). The Lion Steel SR1 is just amazing (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160716/4fbca1cda13c6584f8d687395b33bc4b.jpg)
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Grabbed another HighQ Robust before they all went away.
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Grabbed another HighQ Robust before they all went away.
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Got to love those! :tu:
Nice sheath for that Mora.Fancier than the knife itself eh?
A small collection compared to a lot I've seen but I thought I'd get my small family together for posterity before they all go.
Trusty Mora
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Hi Dave
What knife is that 2nd from right with the red'ish handle?
A small collection compared to a lot I've seen but I thought I'd get my small family together for posterity before they all go.
Those are all nice Dave!!!! And congrats on your 500th post!!! :cheers: :cheers:
They look pretty sweet SW ( :D ) - I especially like the green one, but the tooling on the brown one is lush. You're right about the utility of the UK style of sheath. This one was modelled on the Ray Mears Woodlore type I think - just a simple but striking design that protects the knife and the user, and I guess it complements our knife laws in that it's an effort to unsheath the blade so you wouldn't be doing it in anger. Maybe I'm wrong about that though, I'm very tired.Trusty Mora
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Love that sheath Mags!!!! You guys across the pond have such awesome leather sheaths for Moras. Most of the ones I've really liked were all from UK makers. There are nice ones over here too but there is just something different....maybe organic and utilitarian (?) about you guy's sheaths (IMO)
Here's a couple of recent Mora sheath purchases.. (crummy pic)
A belt sheath and a neck sheath. Nice sheaths, well made, I like them. Made for the Companion they also fit the 510 and the necker (with that open back design) fits a Robust as well.
There are some wonderful blades displayed in this thread.Congratulations to all of the owners.That is stunning T-Guzzle! Absolutely beautiful. :salute:
Here is a Randall Made Model 15 Airman with a CDT [cut down tang].It features a stainless steel blade,thumb notches on the spine of the blade for better control when choking up on the knife,nickel silver single hilt,silver and black spacers,Sambar stag handle with finger grooves,thong hole and a nickel silver butt plate contoured to the stag.
The blade is 5 1/2" long and 1/4" thick.It's a lot of steel but it's well balanced knife.
There are some wonderful blades displayed in this thread.Congratulations to all of the owners.That is stunning T-Guzzle! Absolutely beautiful. :salute:
Here is a Randall Made Model 15 Airman with a CDT [cut down tang].It features a stainless steel blade,thumb notches on the spine of the blade for better control when choking up on the knife,nickel silver single hilt,silver and black spacers,Sambar stag handle with finger grooves,thong hole and a nickel silver butt plate contoured to the stag.
The blade is 5 1/2" long and 1/4" thick.It's a lot of steel but it's well balanced knife.
They look pretty sweet SW ( :D ) - I especially like the green one, but the tooling on the brown one is lush. You're right about the utility of the UK style of sheath. This one was modelled on the Ray Mears Woodlore type I think - just a simple but striking design that protects the knife and the user, and I guess it complements our knife laws in that it's an effort to unsheath the blade so you wouldn't be doing it in anger. Maybe I'm wrong about that though, I'm very tired.Trusty Mora
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Love that sheath Mags!!!! You guys across the pond have such awesome leather sheaths for Moras. Most of the ones I've really liked were all from UK makers. There are nice ones over here too but there is just something different....maybe organic and utilitarian (?) about you guy's sheaths (IMO)
Here's a couple of recent Mora sheath purchases.. (crummy pic)
A belt sheath and a neck sheath. Nice sheaths, well made, I like them. Made for the Companion they also fit the 510 and the necker (with that open back design) fits a Robust as well.
I'm speechless TG!!! :cheers:
So awesome!!!!
This little guy arrived yesterday as an extra in a trade. CRKT Folts Minimalist Bowie. Neat little knife! :tu:
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Some of my fixed blades :cheers: These are Hen and Rooster brand :dd: They are made in Spain from German steel :tu: One has a rubberized grip but the other is ram horn :cheers:
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These are my oldest fixed blades :dd: I was given the darker handled one as a present at my 10th birthday :o My Pa (my mother's father) bought both of them at the old hardware store in town that is no longer there. He ended up giving me the other one a few years later since I liked the one so good :gimme: I put the PST in for scale :cheers: They are different because they are made in different years but they are the same small hunting knife from Case :tu:
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Thanks SG :cheers: I have loved sharps and shineys since I could walk :D My Pa probably encouraged it more than anyone with my dad right behind him and then my grandpa :tu: I remember begging at 3 years old to play with my Pa's knife and my mother saying no I would cut myself but a persistent kid I finally won out and guess what I did ::) Yep sliced my thumb good :rofl: Then I fussed at my Pa for letting me have the knife cause my mom said I would cut myself :whistle: Been hooked ever since :D
Love those Cases and the Rams horn Poncho - There are some amazing blades on this thread - I'm quite Jelly. :D
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Some of my fixed blades :cheers: These are Hen and Rooster brand :dd: They are made in Spain from German steel :tu: One has a rubberized grip but the other is ram horn :cheers:
Beautiful!!!!! :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
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Some of my fixed blades :cheers: These are Hen and Rooster brand :dd: They are made in Spain from German steel :tu: One has a rubberized grip but the other is ram horn :cheers:
German dagger I got from my grandfather 30 plus years ago.
Nice knives Poncho ! You started young like me. :tu:
Got this one for my 8th birthday
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Such a great knife!!!! Love that one buddy!!!
Here's an old one of my SRKs with their old sheaths.
Great knives guys! :)
Nice knives Poncho ! You started young like me. :tu:
Got this one for my 8th birthday
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Great knives guys! :)
Always glad to see you David!!! :salute:
Great knives guys! :)
Always glad to see you David!!! :salute:
Thank you SG! I've not been very active lately. Dont have a good reason just been distracted buy other things I guess. :)
Great knives guys! :)
Always glad to see you David!!! :salute:
Thank you SG! I've not been very active lately. Dont have a good reason just been distracted buy other things I guess. :)
Great looking knives sak60!Thanks David :cheers:
This is a skinning knife made by David Boye using his unique method of casting the knife and then plunging it into liquid nitrogen at -300 degrees.
David wrote a book about making knives titled "Step-by-Step Knifemaking: You Can Do It!" This book details the conventional method of making knives.
David also created a Boat knife that is made from a mixture of cobalt, chrome, nickel, tungsten, silicon, iron, and carbon.Notice that this knife contains no steel and even though it contains iron it is completely rust resistant.
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Great looking knives sak60!
Great looking knives sak60!
+1!!!!!!! Very nice collection!!!!
Great looking knives sak60!Thanks Guys appreciate that
+1!!!!!!! Very nice collection!!!!
+2 :tu:
Wow nice collection Ray. I've been looking at some vintage curved Skinners / hunters myself lately. Really like that Blade shape. :cheers: Andrew
Wow nice collection Ray. I've been looking at some vintage curved Skinners / hunters myself lately. Really like that Blade shape. :cheers: Andrew
Wow nice collection Ray. I've been looking at some vintage curved Skinners / hunters myself lately. Really like that Blade shape. :cheers: Andrew
Thanks Ray S and SAK60, nice seeing some "new" knives and having no idea what they are! 8)
I just realized I do not own one fixed blade knife.
Thinking.....
Nope not one.
Going to have to sort that out soon.
After thinking on it a minute I remembered a AK 47 bayonet in the back of that safe. Got it in Panama, only dropped once.
Here's some of mineEk Commando (slightly modified), Camillus Mk ii (guard marked), Kabar modern prod., Buck 119, Puma Trail Guide, BRK Bush seax, Shawn McIntyre custom, Toledo made in Sweden, Green River Hunter, BHK bushcrafter.
Love those David!!!!!!! :cheers:
Re-shot the Kephart.....still not entirely happy with the pic. :facepalm:
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That dried pecan limb was hard as hell to cut chips on! If I remember correctly, Pecan is only slightly less tough than Hickory. :ahhh
Re-shot the Kephart.....still not entirely happy with the pic. :facepalm:
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That dried pecan limb was hard as hell to cut chips on! If I remember correctly, Pecan is only slightly less tough than Hickory. :ahhh
That is an awesome shot SG :cheers:
Re-shot the Kephart.....still not entirely happy with the pic. :facepalm:
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That dried pecan limb was hard as hell to cut chips on! If I remember correctly, Pecan is only slightly less tough than Hickory. :ahhh
That is an awesome shot SG :cheers:
Thanks buddy! :salute: I still can't get the green linen micarta handle to render properly...it's a kind of dreamy olive green. :D
Re-shot the Kephart.....still not entirely happy with the pic. :facepalm:
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That dried pecan limb was hard as hell to cut chips on! If I remember correctly, Pecan is only slightly less tough than Hickory. :ahhh
That is an awesome shot SG :cheers:
Thanks buddy! :salute: I still can't get the green linen micarta handle to render properly...it's a kind of dreamy olive green. :D
Whatever the color of the handle is the blade is still very nice :dd:
Re-shot the Kephart.....still not entirely happy with the pic. :facepalm:
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That dried pecan limb was hard as hell to cut chips on! If I remember correctly, Pecan is only slightly less tough than Hickory. :ahhh
That is an awesome shot SG :cheers:
Thanks buddy! :salute: I still can't get the green linen micarta handle to render properly...it's a kind of dreamy olive green. :D
Whatever the color of the handle is the blade is still very nice :dd:
:salute: :D It's my "Goldilocks knife"....everything about it is just right! :cheers:
Great collection Ray thanks for sharing. :cheers:
Great collection Ray thanks for sharing. :cheers:
+1!!!!!
Hi Ray
I have to say, you have a fascinating collection! :salute:
Many of them are not my taste but all of them are extremely interesting. 8)
One of your knives reminded me of a folder from my stolen childhood collection that I completely forgot I'd ever owned........unexpected trip down memory lane. :salute:
I had to question why I found your knives so fascinating, and the only answer I have is in a world of CS, Tops, Esee and Kabar knifeporn, your knives are like dad's girly mags that had stars in strategic locations :rofl:
:tu:
Here is a pic of one of my knife storage units and a drawer of autos.
I can post some pictures if you like but it will take up several posts as I see you can only post 4 pictures per reply.The pictures were taken about 5 years ago and there is some empty areas that have since been filled. I haven't had the time to re-take the pictures. If you like I will include some other cabinets I have as well.Here is a pic of one of my knife storage units and a drawer of autos.
:pok: It is not fair to tease us by only showing one drawer in a large knife storage unit like that :)
Holy crap! That is awesome :drool:
Now I feel like I need to go out and buy another knife or two, or maybe another 10 or 20. Lol
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Page 5You have quite an amazing collection
One of my favorite large fixed blades
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I dont blame Ethan for wanting more, but after all the hype about only 450, there has to be something that makes this one different from the others. Im glad I got mine when I did! I hope Ethan keeps putting out great designs like this. Great guy too.One of my favorite large fixed blades
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Oh the BK20. Only 450 of those have been made. Ethan would like to see more of them as I would also. Wait and see what Kabar does.
I dont blame Ethan for wanting more, but after all the hype about only 450, there has to be something that makes this one different from the others. Im glad I got mine when I did! I hope Ethan keeps putting out great designs like this. Great guy too.One of my favorite large fixed blades
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Oh the BK20. Only 450 of those have been made. Ethan would like to see more of them as I would also. Wait and see what Kabar does.
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Thank you! I like this place much much better than BF. I don't really go over there any more, although i do enjoy the Becker sectionI dont blame Ethan for wanting more, but after all the hype about only 450, there has to be something that makes this one different from the others. Im glad I got mine when I did! I hope Ethan keeps putting out great designs like this. Great guy too.One of my favorite large fixed blades
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Oh the BK20. Only 450 of those have been made. Ethan would like to see more of them as I would also. Wait and see what Kabar does.
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Glad you like it. I'm sure its a great knife. I wanted one but didnt have the spare cash at the time. Kabar really blew it with the 450 deal. I think that design would sell lots of knifes. Ethan explained his designing of the knife in a thread over at BF. After all the grumbling and whining over at BF about the 450 I was about to puke. Enjoy your new steel it will serve you well for many years! :)
One of my favorite large fixed blades
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Oh the BK20. Only 450 of those have been made. Ethan would like to see more of them as I would also. Wait and see what Kabar does.
Sorry about that! Should have included the name!!One of my favorite large fixed blades
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Oh the BK20. Only 450 of those have been made. Ethan would like to see more of them as I would also. Wait and see what Kabar does.
Cool! Thanks David! Some of us didn't know what that was!!! Looks great!
Sorry about that! Should have included the name!!One of my favorite large fixed blades
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Oh the BK20. Only 450 of those have been made. Ethan would like to see more of them as I would also. Wait and see what Kabar does.
Cool! Thanks David! Some of us didn't know what that was!!! Looks great!
Kabar Becker Bundok Bowie BK20. Best large non custom fixed blade for outdoor use ever made. (Imho of course)
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Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.How do you like the Grohmann?
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Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.
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Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.How do you like the Grohmann?
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I want one. I have checked out their site 3 or 4 times this month.
Thanks for the response. I will have a Grohmann #1.
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Love that pic!!! :cheers:
One of my favorite large fixed blades
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Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.How do you like the Grohmann?
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I want one. I have checked out their site 3 or 4 times this month.
Great! I have two, that one and an older rosewood #4 in carbon. I have done more with the #4. Light chopping and cutting to test it (several years ago). The #4 fits my XL hand better, but the #1 is great too. The handle ergonomics on these knives are fantastic and the elliptical blade geometry is awesome.
The #4 Survival/Camp knife
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The #1 has the potential to be a fantastic field knife but until recently, I wasn't able to get it razor sharp like I wanted... that was remedied that last night on my DC521 Fallkniven bench stone so we will see. I have it in that shoulder bag and plan on using it around here some more. The #1 feels really precise and sure in the hand like detailed work would be a breeze. Flipping it over, the knife again fits the hand perfectly for gutting deer/game. It's an ingenious design. Worth what they charge for them IMO.
The carbon flat grinds can be hard to find, I lucked into this one for sale by an independent dealer/collector.
The US made R. Murphy Skinner is a superb a copy and sold for years by Herters. It is an excellent, 1095 carbon steel knife as well and is around 45 bucks. It's handle is a little more hand filling than the #1 and I have cut lots of stuff with it. Works great.
Here's mine.
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Here is a youtube on the original Herters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5vzMrPKw8k
Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.
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I was pawing this RC-3 and noticed the edge was tarnished after being left to rot for all those years. Good excuse to play with some of the toys in the toolbox there....
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Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.How do you like the Grohmann?
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I want one. I have checked out their site 3 or 4 times this month.
Great! I have two, that one and an older rosewood #4 in carbon. I have done more with the #4. Light chopping and cutting to test it (several years ago). The #4 fits my XL hand better, but the #1 is great too. The handle ergonomics on these knives are fantastic and the elliptical blade geometry is awesome.
The #4 Survival/Camp knife
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The #1 has the potential to be a fantastic field knife but until recently, I wasn't able to get it razor sharp like I wanted... that was remedied that last night on my DC521 Fallkniven bench stone so we will see. I have it in that shoulder bag and plan on using it around here some more. The #1 feels really precise and sure in the hand like detailed work would be a breeze. Flipping it over, the knife again fits the hand perfectly for gutting deer/game. It's an ingenious design. Worth what they charge for them IMO.
The carbon flat grinds can be hard to find, I lucked into this one for sale by an independent dealer/collector.
The US made R. Murphy Skinner is a superb a copy and sold for years by Herters. It is an excellent, 1095 carbon steel knife as well and is around 45 bucks. It's handle is a little more hand filling than the #1 and I have cut lots of stuff with it. Works great.
Here's mine.
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Here is a youtube on the original Herters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5vzMrPKw8kCanadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.
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Those skinners are very nice and elegant looking SG :cheers:
I was pawing this RC-3 and noticed the edge was tarnished after being left to rot for all those years. Good excuse to play with some of the toys in the toolbox there....
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Very nice pic Dave :cheers:
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
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I was pawing this RC-3 and noticed the edge was tarnished after being left to rot for all those years. Good excuse to play with some of the toys in the toolbox there....
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/6Q9A1980_zpstzehkoj0.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/6Q9A1980_zpstzehkoj0.jpg.html)
Very nice pic Dave :cheers:
Cheers Poncho - cleaned up nicely. You wouldn't want to chew it now.
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
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I like the look of that. Very nice :)
Great knives and pics of them Dave and SG!
big blades...
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Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/2_zpseuqnry0v.jpg)
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BK-2%20Firekit_zpsbyzo8zd3.jpg)
Canadian belt knife, a flat ground Grohmann #1 in carbon with micarta handle.
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Nice kit :cheers:
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
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Great pic as alwaysSteveRobert :cheers:
Have you had a chance to use the bellows ??? I bought one and haven't had a fire since :poh: Been really wanting to try them but been to hot here for a fire :D
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
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Great pic as alwaysSteveRobert :cheers:
Have you had a chance to use the bellows ??? I bought one and haven't had a fire since :poh: Been really wanting to try them but been to hot here for a fire :D
Thanks Ponch!!! :cheers: :cheers:
Unfortunately as soon as I thought about testing it, the rain stopped and they re-instated a county wide burn ban! :facepalm: From everything I've read, they work great!
I have a fold flat Emberlite stove that needs testing too! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
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Great pic as alwaysSteveRobert :cheers:
Have you had a chance to use the bellows ??? I bought one and haven't had a fire since :poh: Been really wanting to try them but been to hot here for a fire :D
Thanks Ponch!!! :cheers: :cheers:
Unfortunately as soon as I thought about testing it, the rain stopped and they re-instated a county wide burn ban! :facepalm: From everything I've read, they work great!
I have a fold flat Emberlite stove that needs testing too! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
:oops: Sorry bout that SG :D Well whichever one of us gets to use it first we need to start a thread on it :D
Its all your fault SG. :pok: :D I just ordered a R Murphy Skinner. Its not really your fault as I've wanted to try a Grohmann for many year but just couldnt pull the trigger on one. So decided to try the cheaper R Murphy Skinner out first. :D
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
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Great pic as alwaysSteveRobert :cheers:
Have you had a chance to use the bellows ??? I bought one and haven't had a fire since :poh: Been really wanting to try them but been to hot here for a fire :D
Thanks Ponch!!! :cheers: :cheers:
Unfortunately as soon as I thought about testing it, the rain stopped and they re-instated a county wide burn ban! :facepalm: From everything I've read, they work great!
I have a fold flat Emberlite stove that needs testing too! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
:oops: Sorry bout that SG :D Well whichever one of us gets to use it first we need to start a thread on it :D
A great plan!!! People (me included) around here are skittish when they smell smoke...heck, we had a Wildfire break out yesterday (in an adjacent county) from a lightning strike then the thunderstorm moved and dumped a bunch of rain....in another spot. :facepalm:
I might could sneak a test in if we get some rain but it may be spring before I can do a proper test. :salute:
Having carbon steel blade was another big plus for me. I found one for 32.29 on amazon. I'm kind of excited to try it out. :)
I was pawing this RC-3 and noticed the edge was tarnished after being left to rot for all those years. Good excuse to play with some of the toys in the toolbox there....
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Very nice pic Dave :cheers:
Having carbon steel blade was another big plus for me. I found one for 32.29 on amazon. I'm kind of excited to try it out. :) I like the look of your Grohmann #4 Survival. If I like the skinner I may give one of those a try. My problem in the past was I was sure I would like the handle blade angle. As I have never had the opportunity to hold one in the past. :)
Didn't really have any nice pics of the BK-2 so took it out this morning and got one with one of the fire kits.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BK-2%20Firekit_zpsbyzo8zd3.jpg)
Great pic as alwaysSteveRobert :cheers:
Have you had a chance to use the bellows ??? I bought one and haven't had a fire since :poh: Been really wanting to try them but been to hot here for a fire :D
Thanks Ponch!!! :cheers: :cheers:
Unfortunately as soon as I thought about testing it, the rain stopped and they re-instated a county wide burn ban! :facepalm: From everything I've read, they work great!
I have a fold flat Emberlite stove that needs testing too! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
:oops: Sorry bout that SG :D Well whichever one of us gets to use it first we need to start a thread on it :D
A great plan!!! People (me included) around here are skittish when they smell smoke...heck, we had a Wildfire break out yesterday (in an adjacent county) from a lightning strike then the thunderstorm moved and dumped a bunch of rain....in another spot. :facepalm:
I might could sneak a test in if we get some rain but it may be spring before I can do a proper test. :salute:
I should have a fire by Fall time at least so as long as I don't forget I should be able to try it :cheers:
SG I was on the Grohmann knife site. You can get the GR4 with different options. Carbon or stainless blade. Saber or flat ground blade. Four different handle materials. Several sheath options. :think: :)
SG I was on the Grohmann knife site. You can get the GR4 with different options. Carbon or stainless blade. Saber or flat ground blade. Four different handle materials. Several sheath options. :think: :)
My #4 is carbon, saber ground, rosewood and it came in that nice std hunter style sheath shown on the site. I just always wanted a flap sheath. :D
The #1 is flat ground and it's cool but the saber grind has the traditional belt knife look. That #4 looks good with a flat grind!
The carbon they use is like the equivalent to 1080. The stainless, I don't know...like 440A maybe. I've read lots ofcomplaintscomments on it's edge holding ability but then it's designed for the wetter climes of Canadian hunting/camping/fishing and easy maintenance was a consideration. Would probably be fine but since you own Beckers etc, the carbon will be closer to your expectations IMO.
Added: The stag is awesome and would make for a true heirloom knife. I've seen some examples online and they are beautiful. :drool: :drool: :drool:
SG I was on the Grohmann knife site. You can get the GR4 with different options. Carbon or stainless blade. Saber or flat ground blade. Four different handle materials. Several sheath options. :think: :)
My #4 is carbon, saber ground, rosewood and it came in that nice std hunter style sheath shown on the site. I just always wanted a flap sheath. :D
The #1 is flat ground and it's cool but the saber grind has the traditional belt knife look. That #4 looks good with a flat grind!
The carbon they use is like the equivalent to 1080. The stainless, I don't know...like 440A maybe. I've read lots ofcomplaintscomments on it's edge holding ability but then it's designed for the wetter climes of Canadian hunting/camping/fishing and easy maintenance was a consideration. Would probably be fine but since you own Beckers etc, the carbon will be closer to your expectations IMO.
Added: The stag is awesome and would make for a true heirloom knife. I've seen some examples online and they are beautiful. :drool: :drool: :drool:
Agreed!
I almost order a flat ground carbon with Rosewood handle last night. But deciced to wait. :think: :D
I hope the R Murphy hurries up and gets here so I dont fall to the impulse buying temptation. :D I really like the looks of that #4 :)
Beckers
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Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
BeckersWhat sheath setup are you using? I can deal with the one on my bk20 and bk4 but i cant stand the bk5 sheath
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
Well really the whole knife is beautious as well :D The sheath isn't too shabby either ;) :D
Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
BeckersWhat sheath setup are you using? I can deal with the one on my bk20 and bk4 but i cant stand the bk5 sheath
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Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
+1 :tu:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160802/ff9519f3a7d822b036ea154aa1730f73.jpg)Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
They all come with these handles (except the mini ones like the 15) it looks like he swapped out for micarta on his 5s. People make really beautiful wood handles for these as well
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Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
Well really the whole knife is beautious as well :D The sheath isn't too shabby either ;) :D
Thanks buddy!!! :cheers: The grip is very comfortable on the Beckers!
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160802/ff9519f3a7d822b036ea154aa1730f73.jpg)Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
They all come with these handles (except the mini ones like the 15) it looks like he swapped out for micarta on his 5s. People make really beautiful wood handles for these as well
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BeckersWhat sheath setup are you using? I can deal with the one on my bk20 and bk4 but i cant stand the bk5 sheath
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They are Spec-Ops Combat Masters and they are exceptional sheaths!!!!!!
https://www.amazon.com/Spec-Ops-Brand-Combat-Master-Sheath/dp/B004WF525C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1470164622&sr=8-1&keywords=spec-ops+combat+master
http://www.specopsbrand.com/
Made out in Monahans, Tx (near my old stomping ground)! :D
The pouches on these are great. I have sharpening stones, firesteels, a small compass etc., in mine.
Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
Well really the whole knife is beautious as well :D The sheath isn't too shabby either ;) :D
Thanks buddy!!! :cheers: The grip is very comfortable on the Beckers!
They look very comfortable :cheers:
I currently have micarta on my 20, and was planning on putting it on all of them, but i dont like it as much as the standard for chopping. I will most likely keep the factory black on the bk4 for good and get wood for my 5 and maybe my 20.. If i ever find a 15 i will put wood on it(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160802/ff9519f3a7d822b036ea154aa1730f73.jpg)Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
They all come with these handles (except the mini ones like the 15) it looks like he swapped out for micarta on his 5s. People make really beautiful wood handles for these as well
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+1!! Factory Micartas on the 5's....looking at some for the 15 as well...and maybe the 2 later.
I currently have micarta on my 20, and was planning on putting it on all of them, but i dont like it as much as the standard for chopping. I will most likely keep the factory black on the bk4 for good and get wood for my 5 and maybe my 20.. If i ever find a 15 i will put wood on it(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160802/ff9519f3a7d822b036ea154aa1730f73.jpg)Beckers
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Oh wow SG :o Those are really lovely knives :dd: :cheers: I am sold on them because of the handle I think :drool:
They all come with these handles (except the mini ones like the 15) it looks like he swapped out for micarta on his 5s. People make really beautiful wood handles for these as well
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+1!! Factory Micartas on the 5's....looking at some for the 15 as well...and maybe the 2 later.
BeckersWhat sheath setup are you using? I can deal with the one on my bk20 and bk4 but i cant stand the bk5 sheath
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They are Spec-Ops Combat Masters and they are exceptional sheaths!!!!!!
https://www.amazon.com/Spec-Ops-Brand-Combat-Master-Sheath/dp/B004WF525C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1470164622&sr=8-1&keywords=spec-ops+combat+master
http://www.specopsbrand.com/
Made out in Monahans, Tx (near my old stomping ground)! :D
The pouches on these are great. I have sharpening stones, firesteels, a small compass etc., in mine.
I will have to check them out for sure!! You wouldn't happen to have an old 15 laying around youd like to part with would you? ;) i know i know.. No way
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I agree.. Im kicking myself for not buying them when they were in production.. I love them but there is no way i would spend 150 for one. Its almost worth ordering a blackjack bowie or saving a little more and ordering a custom at that point.BeckersWhat sheath setup are you using? I can deal with the one on my bk20 and bk4 but i cant stand the bk5 sheath
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They are Spec-Ops Combat Masters and they are exceptional sheaths!!!!!!
https://www.amazon.com/Spec-Ops-Brand-Combat-Master-Sheath/dp/B004WF525C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1470164622&sr=8-1&keywords=spec-ops+combat+master
http://www.specopsbrand.com/
Made out in Monahans, Tx (near my old stomping ground)! :D
The pouches on these are great. I have sharpening stones, firesteels, a small compass etc., in mine.
I will have to check them out for sure!! You wouldn't happen to have an old 15 laying around youd like to part with would you? ;) i know i know.. No way
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Sorry bud! I only have the one and am kicking myself for not getting another...last time I checked, they were going for over $140.00 on Amazon. I think I paid 40 something for that one. The 5's on the other hand are still about the same price.
The 15, being a scaled down 5, is the best Becker tweener IMO.
I agree.. Im kicking myself for not buying them when they were in production.. I love them but there is no way i would spend 150 for one. Its almost worth ordering a blackjack bowie or saving a little more and ordering a custom at that point.BeckersWhat sheath setup are you using? I can deal with the one on my bk20 and bk4 but i cant stand the bk5 sheath
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They are Spec-Ops Combat Masters and they are exceptional sheaths!!!!!!
https://www.amazon.com/Spec-Ops-Brand-Combat-Master-Sheath/dp/B004WF525C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1470164622&sr=8-1&keywords=spec-ops+combat+master
http://www.specopsbrand.com/
Made out in Monahans, Tx (near my old stomping ground)! :D
The pouches on these are great. I have sharpening stones, firesteels, a small compass etc., in mine.
I will have to check them out for sure!! You wouldn't happen to have an old 15 laying around youd like to part with would you? ;) i know i know.. No way
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Sorry bud! I only have the one and am kicking myself for not getting another...last time I checked, they were going for over $140.00 on Amazon. I think I paid 40 something for that one. The 5's on the other hand are still about the same price.
The 15, being a scaled down 5, is the best Becker tweener IMO.
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AgreedGreat collection Ray thanks for sharing. :cheers:
+1!!!!!
Beautiful Beckers guys! I'll try to get an updated group shot in a bit if I don't forget. :D
Beautiful Beckers guys! I'll try to get an updated group shot in a bit if I don't forget. :D
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More nice knives Ray! :tu: :)
Re-posting my Case 334 USMC....tried to fix the color balance but I may have to re-shoot it.
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Last one. This knife was really a mystery. When I acquired it there was no edge on the knife which made me think someone had never got around to finishing it. The handle and blade shape is really unusual and it features a tapered tang and the finish is flawless.It fits very comfortably in either hand and whether it is edge up or edge down. The knife took quite a bit to put an edge on making me wonder just how hard the blade really is.
More nice knives Ray! :tu: :)
+1!!!!!
Re-posting my Case 334 USMC....tried to fix the color balance but I may have to re-shoot it.
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Wow! Nice!!! :salute:
Wow! Nice!!! :salute:
1+. :)
Found this old Aitor knife in a flea market at a small town these holidays
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Paid 7 bucks for it
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Gets sharp as smurf and seems well built
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8) pics Broc!
Found this old Aitor knife in a flea market at a small town these holidays
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Paid 7 bucks for it
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Gets sharp as smurf and seems well built
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Nice Peacent 8) :like:
Went for a short hike today and took the BK7 & 11 along. :)
I played a bit with the ESEE 4 yesterday, and split some hardwood kindling. Locally it is known as "Sekelbos" (or "Sicklebush"). I would not say it's the best tool for the job, but in a pinch it can do it. The Gransfors Bruks handles that little task effortlessly in comparison.
I played a bit with the ESEE 4 yesterday, and split some hardwood kindling. Locally it is known as "Sekelbos" (or "Sicklebush"). I would not say it's the best tool for the job, but in a pinch it can do it. The Gransfors Bruks handles that little task effortlessly in comparison.
Very nice :salute:
Every time I see a stripped blade my fingers itch to introduce my BK's to some paint stripper, but since they're mostly in storage sanity has prevailed so far.
I'm very lucky I didn't get a smurf Sekelbos flat tyre going up the mountain this weekend, nasty stuff.....
I played a bit with the ESEE 4 yesterday, and split some hardwood kindling. Locally it is known as "Sekelbos" (or "Sicklebush"). I would not say it's the best tool for the job, but in a pinch it can do it. The Gransfors Bruks handles that little task effortlessly in comparison.
Very nice :salute:
Every time I see a stripped blade my fingers itch to introduce my BK's to some paint stripper, but since they're mostly in storage sanity has prevailed so far.
I'm very lucky I didn't get a smurf Sekelbos flat tyre going up the mountain this weekend, nasty stuff.....
I bought this ESEE uncoated, but yes if you don't oil it, it will develop rust quickly. I've had good luck with a light coating of silicone spray on my carbon steel knives.
I played a bit with the ESEE 4 yesterday, and split some hardwood kindling. Locally it is known as "Sekelbos" (or "Sicklebush"). I would not say it's the best tool for the job, but in a pinch it can do it. The Gransfors Bruks handles that little task effortlessly in comparison.
Very nice :salute:
Every time I see a stripped blade my fingers itch to introduce my BK's to some paint stripper, but since they're mostly in storage sanity has prevailed so far.
I'm very lucky I didn't get a smurf Sekelbos flat tyre going up the mountain this weekend, nasty stuff.....
I bought this ESEE uncoated, but yes if you don't oil it, it will develop rust quickly. I've had good luck with a light coating of silicone spray on my carbon steel knives.
That is a good tip and I may have to use that on a couple of my carbon steel knives :cheers:
Here's a Puukko by Wood Jewel that I got as part of a set with a Leuku. Anyway, I decided that this was a candidate as a bit of a project knife as, while there is nothing wrong with it, I wasn't in love either. Not so obvious in the first pic but what I've done first is drop the point a little.
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Here, let me show you a little more clearly.
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And here's how it started as a far more traditional shape of blade.
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Sorry for the poor pics, done on an old phone in a poorly lit workshop late at night. :-[
That's an awesome little knife!!!! Great job!!!!
That nice little knife is getting better Gareth! :tu: :)
Awesome looking knife Gareth!
Awesome looking knife Gareth!
Thanks mate. :tu:Awesome looking knife Gareth!
+1 and I love the reprofile as well :cheers:
fondling some handmade D6 tonight
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That's a beauty. :tu:
Wow!!! That cool!!!!!! :cheers:
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That is great!!!!!!! I wish I could do that!!!!!
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That is great!!!!!!! I wish I could do that!!!!!
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That is great!!!!!!! I wish I could do that!!!!!
Me too :cheers: It look great to me Gareth :like:
Your sheath looks good to me Gareth. How do you do your stitching?
I got back this pretty old, 10in. blade Kukri I forgot at a friend's house on Feb last year, but never had it returned
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Yesterday it arrived in a box and today I've taken it out for cleaning and take some shots
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Handle was very worn out and a pain to use for extended time and work, so I wrapped it with what was at hand...
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Reckon that was a great score there Ray! 8) :tu: :)
Have been working on this Kabar . Did a bit to the handle and replaced the blade coating with a blued finish.I like the blued finish, good job.
Have been working on this Kabar . Did a bit to the handle and replaced the blade coating with a blued finish.
Have been working on this Kabar . Did a bit to the handle and replaced the blade coating with a blued finish.I like the blued finish, good job.
Got one in today.
A Schrade 152 Scrimshaw Sharpfinger with a Whaling motif.
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Got one in today.
A Schrade 152 Scrimshaw Sharpfinger with a Whaling motif.
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Nice! I need to get a replacement sharpfinger. :drool: :drool:
Got one in today.
A Schrade 152 Scrimshaw Sharpfinger with a Whaling motif.
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Got one in today.
A Schrade 152 Scrimshaw Sharpfinger with a Whaling motif.
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that's an excellent collection
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Couldnt find them all tonight, but gave the bk4 a workout
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Couldnt find them all tonight, but gave the bk4 a workout
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Couldnt find them all tonight, but gave the bk4 a workout
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Awesome blades you got there! :like:
You could prepare an entire squadron for a month-long trip in the woods with those :cheers:
that's an excellent collection
Thanks styx!!! I thought it was for $18.95.....
Here's my latest. Pal RH 35 USN Mk1. Have to get a sheath for it yet. Really like the size.
I forgot to post my 2nd 155 that I cleaned up to use as a walk around knife at the farm. It cleaned up nice with a Diet Coke blade soak plus it needed file work on the guard that was mangled. Add a $24 sheath from eBay and it's good to go.
Crummy indoor pic....sorry.
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Here's my orig along with the backstory and reason it's marked the way it is.
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"The knife and sheath are the Stagbrand pattern made by the George Schrade Knife Co. Bridgeport Ct.
Boker bought the company in 1956 and liquidated in 1958 after the Federal Switchblade Act. Your knife was made between those dates."
- William Schrade
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1310211-Help-dating-a-Boker-USA-155-B-amp-T?p=15042895#post15042895
I forgot to post my 2nd 155 that I cleaned up to use as a walk around knife at the farm. It cleaned up nice with a Diet Coke blade soak plus it needed file work on the guard that was mangled. Add a $24 sheath from eBay and it's good to go.
Crummy indoor pic....sorry.
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Here's my orig along with the backstory and reason it's marked the way it is.
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"The knife and sheath are the Stagbrand pattern made by the George Schrade Knife Co. Bridgeport Ct.
Boker bought the company in 1956 and liquidated in 1958 after the Federal Switchblade Act. Your knife was made between those dates."
- William Schrade
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1310211-Help-dating-a-Boker-USA-155-B-amp-T?p=15042895#post15042895
:like: Nice bit of history also SG!
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Nice David :like: :like: :like:
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That's a righteous heap of blades David! :tu: :salute:
Missing at least three here
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Thanks!:)
:o :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Nice David :like: :like: :like:
Thanks Poncho!:)
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:D
Thanks Robert!That's a righteous heap of blades David! :tu: :salute:
Thank you Gerhard!Missing at least three here
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Good line up! :like:
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Missing at least three here
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Heres the lineupMissing at least three here
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Let me try...
BK1 / BK4 / BK9 / CS Marauder / BK7 / Ontario or KaBar general purpose, like the SP1 or classic USMC / --- / Mora / ESEE Izula or Candiru / CS Double Agent / Schrade Sharpfinger / ? / CRKT Obake / CRKT Keramin / SOG Something (Snarl?)?
How many did I get right? :ahhh Nice collection of instant classics you got there, I :like: them a lot
Love the name of that Gerber. Great looking knife too.Thanks! It's a pretty nice knife at a decent price :tu: Has a nice thick blade. Definitely a KEEPER! :D
Gerber Strongarm
Gerber Strongarm
:like: :like: Read great reviews on that one!!!
Landi Scandi Bushcrafter (O1 steel and walnut)
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Gerber Strongarm
:like: :like: Read great reviews on that one!!!
Landi Scandi Bushcrafter (O1 steel and walnut)
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Looks good to me too :like:
Looks good Robert :cheers:
You could try some mineral spirits on a clean soft rag to get rid of the buffing compound
Felt a bit better this afternoon and took the dogs outside to do their business...while outside, I grabbed a quick (and hopefully better) pic of the Scandi Bushcraft.Love the look of that blade :dd: :like:
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I noticed a slight green cast on parts of the walnut handle and discovered that some of the green polishing compound is still in the grain of the wood. Thinking about how I can get that out without abrading the wood surface. The knife was advertised as "not a spit shine" model but built to work and the price was cheap enough for me not to mind.
Felt a bit better this afternoon and took the dogs outside to do their business...while outside, I grabbed a quick (and hopefully better) pic of the Scandi Bushcraft.Love the look of that blade :dd: :like:
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I noticed a slight green cast on parts of the walnut handle and discovered that some of the green polishing compound is still in the grain of the wood. Thinking about how I can get that out without abrading the wood surface. The knife was advertised as "not a spit shine" model but built to work and the price was cheap enough for me not to mind.
Nice :like:
Nice :like:
Nice :like:
+1 They both look great with the swapped sheaths :like: :like:
Got old faithful out for some fresh air today.
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^^^^ :like:
Manly Patriot :cheers:
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Page two.
A Cattaraugus 225Q sheath knife circa WWII
A Gerber hunting set.
Page two.
A Cattaraugus 225Q sheath knife circa WWII
A Gerber hunting set.
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Landi Bushcraft in a group shot...
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Landi Bushcraft in a group shot...
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A few more.
See the thread on folders in this forum.A few more.
Nice!!! :like:
What is in the top drawers? MTs?
Hi RayThank you for the kind words Gerhard; it would be my pleasure.It will take a couple of posts as I am only able to post 4 pictures at a time.
That is simply amazing, again I'm stunned by your collection even at long distance :rofl:
I :salute: you :tu:
Looks like a Puma section in one of the photos? :pok: How about a close-up please? :like:
Simply stunning Ray, thanks! :salute:
Because of my country's German connections 99% of the knives I drooled over when I was a kid were Puma knives in the various gun shops.
The White Hunter was for a very long time my idea of the perfect knife, finally got one about 2 years ago, still love it even if my tastes have changed slightly.
Great ones sak60! I have a couple of military pieces with names on them;bet they could tell some tales. Thanks for showing them.Cheers Ray. The number is I think a Navy service number the other is just a name and address.
I've been looking at videos of Sami knives. What a terrific design and wonderful knife. I don't recall anyone posting up pics or discussing this lovey knife.
I've been looking at videos of Sami knives. What a terrific design and wonderful knife. I don't recall anyone posting up pics or discussing this lovey knife.
Here was a thread of scandi puukkos where we discussed of those Sami knives. I just can not remember what that thread was named.
I believe you can find out who the knife originally belonged to by the serial number and writing to the Department of Defense. Not sure of the exact procedure but I believe it is possible to do.Also if it is a service number not only will it give the owner of that number but the approximate time of service. My Navy service number was 7 digits (I was in from 1964-1967).Later ones started with a letter and 6 digits. Not sure what the do now.Great ones sak60! I have a couple of military pieces with names on them;bet they could tell some tales. Thanks for showing them.Cheers Ray. The number is I think a Navy service number the other is just a name and address.
Here are a few more fixed blade knives in the accumulation.:like: I just received an RH 36 . I won't ever be collecting as many as you have you've certainly been busy. I have been looking at a Case 337Q still deciding. I mainly just get the type of knives I like the look of. I have a Camillus JPK coming. Thanks for showing them.
A John Ek Model 6 circa 1943. Supposedly Ek still has records of who was the recipient of this knife during the war.
A US Navy Mk.3
2 USN Mk1 knives made by Pal Cutlery.
2 USN Mk2 knives;one by Pal Cutlery and the other by KA-BAR.
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PAL RH-36 .
Thanks Ray :salute:PAL RH-36 .
Looks like a nice one! Thanks for posting it.
I've been looking at videos of Sami knives. What a terrific design and wonderful knife. I don't recall anyone posting up pics or discussing this lovey knife.
Here was a thread of scandi puukkos where we discussed of those Sami knives. I just can not remember what that thread was named.
This one? :think:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,58703.0.html
I swapped my RAT RC3 for this beauty - I liked the RC3 but found the handles to small. The Izula is the perfect size.:like:nice knife and pic.
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The latest addition to my military collection.
A Camillus Jet Pilot Knife
Thanks Aloha even though it's NOS I have started to put an edge on it, yes pretty cool knife. Probably won't use the stone though, will keep that as issued. :salute:The latest addition to my military collection.
A Camillus Jet Pilot Knife
:like: I got one dated 1990. Its a really cool knife. It get wicked sharp too.
The latest addition to my military collection.
A Camillus Jet Pilot Knife
Ms Pansy in fetching Power Armour and sporting twin Blasters, guarding my Izula II::like:very fetching. Is that a moustache she's got. :)
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As I am a pacifist I won't tell Ms Pansy you said that, but no, it's a frown. Her usual frown.Ms Pansy in fetching Power Armour and sporting twin Blasters, guarding my Izula II::like:very fetching. Is that a moustache she's got. :)
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I swapped my RAT RC3 for this beauty - I liked the RC3 but found the handles to small. The Izula is the perfect size.
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The latest addition to my military collection.
A Camillus Jet Pilot Knife
Phew... thanksAs I am a pacifist I won't tell Ms Pansy you said that, but no, it's a frown. Her usual frown.Ms Pansy in fetching Power Armour and sporting twin Blasters, guarding my Izula II::like:very fetching. Is that a moustache she's got. :)
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Thanks SparkyThe latest addition to my military collection.
A Camillus Jet Pilot Knife
Nice :drool:
This has gone to live with someone who will care for itI'm going to polish and sharpen this beauty and gift it to my daughter. I offered her my More, but she loves vintage and antique stuff so this fits the bill nicely.
Good-by rusty little knife :salute:
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Added...
I love these knives, I call them Scout knives as in the good old days Boy Scouts used to carry them,
as you can see the sheath is fairly cheap but the knife is well made (although it's a puzzle to me that the tang has no stamp) and feels like it was made in Sheffield to me
:cheers:
Thanks Aloha. The RC3 was a lovely knife, but I've been after an Izula II for years. It'll be my go to fixed blade from now on. It's very comfortable in the hand, easy to EDC and just the right length and girth (easy now dks) for my requirements. My one concern was that it would rattle in the plastic sheath like the RC3 but it's a positive retention. No noise at all. Perfect!I swapped my RAT RC3 for this beauty - I liked the RC3 but found the handles to small. The Izula is the perfect size.
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Nice trade.
I'm going to polish and sharpen this beauty and gift it to my daughter. I offered her my More, but she loves vintage and antique stuff so this fits the bill nicely.
Has anyone tried pyrographing on leather?
Cheers Sparky :cheers:
Pikachu and Izula today:
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:salute: :cheers:Pikachu and Izula today:
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Great combo
WW2 Kabar USMC with the thick pommel and round peened tang . Not in the best shape and has really seen some use by the wear to the handle, but this is my earliest Kabar so far.Gorgeous Sak60 :salute:
Thank youWW2 Kabar USMC with the thick pommel and round peened tang . Not in the best shape and has really seen some use by the wear to the handle, but this is my earliest Kabar so far.Gorgeous Sak60 :salute:
That is just awesome!
That looks cool Mate :cheers:
Gonna be some pics right?
That looks cool Mate :cheers:
Thanks Tony :salute: I'll take it out into the woods Tuesday and try it out :tu:
Gonna be some pics right?
That looks cool Mate :cheers:
Thanks Tony :salute: I'll take it out into the woods Tuesday and try it out :tu:
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Cool pic!Cheers Nate :salute:
Here are a couple I dug out of my pile.Anyone care to guess who made them? The maker is not primarily known for making knives but rather products for the aerospace industry. Their knife line is mostly folding knives similar to a Buck 110. These are the only fixed blades I've ever seen by this company.
That's a looker Tony - Very nice. Will it be a user? Sort of thing a mini grim reaper would carry - Death of Rats maybe. :D
Hello :D
Sharpened this one today
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A great great loss. :hatsoff:
It was just a 'quick' little re-handle project I don't actually have a use for it :shrug: it will probably just hang around the garage for a while
RIP Terry :hatsoff:
What a wonderful shape blade on that one. Dig the sheath too. :like:
Very nice blades Aloha and SAK G :salute:
Nice stuff guys!
I had looked for a sheath for this one for a while. It's similar but different from my Schrade 147 (lost in the fire) I used to hunt with. It has more belly for one thing.
Its a Western but I can't see a model number. 3 line tang stamp says Western, BOULDER, COLC (or D) then a long patent # underneath. ???
My most used and carried fixed blades.
Nice stuff guys!:like: looks like an old L88 Skinner. :tu:
I had looked for a sheath for this one for a while. It's similar but different from my Schrade 147 (lost in the fire) I used to hunt with. It has more belly for one thing.
Its a Western but I can't see a model number. 3 line tang stamp says Western, BOULDER, COLC (or D) then a long patent # underneath. ???
Nice stuff guys!
I had looked for a sheath for this one for a while. It's similar but different from my Schrade 147 (lost in the fire) I used to hunt with. It has more belly for one thing.
Its a Western but I can't see a model number. 3 line tang stamp says Western, BOULDER, COLC (or D) then a long patent # underneath. ???
Great old Western Robert! Look on the front of the brass guard there might be a model number there. :)
Thank you!!!! Yep, the 1935-1950 stamp but mine has a "C" at the end instead of an "O" but looking at it with a loupe, it looks like it was a cracked die that made an incomplete "O".........and found the model number...W88.
Hit it with the Duofold and now it's a razor!! :o :D
My latest to the military collection a Camillus blade marked (62-66) Jet Pilot Knife.
I should have had another WW2 guard marked Kabar mk2 to show but unfortunately the package turned up with a hole in it empty, no knife. My first bad usps shipping experience. :rant:
Thanks Sparky I got my money back it's just annoying to think someone has profited by it . It was a good buy too. The seller was really good and gave me a refund straight away. :cheers:My latest to the military collection a Camillus blade marked (62-66) Jet Pilot Knife.
I should have had another WW2 guard marked Kabar mk2 to show but unfortunately the package turned up with a hole in it empty, no knife. My first bad usps shipping experience. :rant:
I hope it gets sorted out for you Sak! :salute:
Thanks Sparky I got my money back it's just annoying to think someone has profited by it . It was a good buy too. The seller was really good and gave me a refund straight away. :cheers:My latest to the military collection a Camillus blade marked (62-66) Jet Pilot Knife.
I should have had another WW2 guard marked Kabar mk2 to show but unfortunately the package turned up with a hole in it empty, no knife. My first bad usps shipping experience. :rant:
I hope it gets sorted out for you Sak! :salute:
Thanks David, I was concerned at first but the seller said he would sought it and did. I'm not out of pocket except for the knife. Mine had to go international so no way of knowing even what country it disappeared in.Thanks Sparky I got my money back it's just annoying to think someone has profited by it . It was a good buy too. The seller was really good and gave me a refund straight away. :cheers:My latest to the military collection a Camillus blade marked (62-66) Jet Pilot Knife.
I should have had another WW2 guard marked Kabar mk2 to show but unfortunately the package turned up with a hole in it empty, no knife. My first bad usps shipping experience. :rant:
I hope it gets sorted out for you Sak! :salute:
Glad you got it sorted out. I've had a few empty packages in the past also. I had one seller ship me a 12 1/2" Puget Sound axe head loose in a box with no filler or padding. The edges were not covered either and were sharp. The axe head had cut and poked through in a couple places. How that axe head made it from Oregon to Kansas is beyond me.
That's not too bad then, as you say it's just annoying Sak :tu::think:
David, funny :facepalm:
David, funny :facepalm:
Maybe annoying was a bit of an understatement. I'm wondering if it will turn up on eBay at some point. I've kept photos in case they're silly enough.
BRK Bumblebeenice looks like it's almost pocketable.
BRK Bumblebee
Maybe annoying was a bit of an understatement. I'm wondering if it will turn up on eBay at some point. I've kept photos in case they're silly enough.
👍Maybe annoying was a bit of an understatement. I'm wondering if it will turn up on eBay at some point. I've kept photos in case they're silly enough.
I know :salute: I kinda meant at least you got your money back,
I didn't want to use too many rude words describing the mother loving sumbitches and hope they fell off
their post offices bikes on their way home and impaled themselves on your knife :cheers:
Michael moorcock M? :think:
I have only two fixed blades that get any carry. Kershaw Military Boot Knife and Böker Arkansas Traveler.
BRK Bumblebee
Soul feeding sentient black blade anyone?
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My stag hanger.
:like: +1!My stag hanger.
:like: :like: :cheers: Nice!!!
Go to the top of the class Mr Sparky! Elric himself, Lord of Ruins.Maybe annoying was a bit of an understatement. I'm wondering if it will turn up on eBay at some point. I've kept photos in case they're silly enough.
I know :salute: I kinda meant at least you got your money back,
I didn't want to use too many rude words describing the mother loving sumbitches and hope they fell off
their post offices bikes on their way home and impaled themselves on your knife :cheers:
Michael moorcock M? :think:
Thank you kind Sir :cheers:Soul feeding sentient black blade anyone?
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Nice shot Mags!!!
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Better pic of my Boker Trench.
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I've awarded this knife with the title, most impractical knife I ever bought. At the time I thought it was cool. :facepalm:
(http://i.imgur.com/PDgHSyv.jpg)
I've awarded this knife with the title, most impractical knife I ever bought. At the time I thought it was cool. :facepalm:Lol! I used to have one of those too, years ago and couldn't find anything it was good at. Gave it away to someone.
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I've awarded this knife with the title, most impractical knife I ever bought. At the time I thought it was cool. :facepalm:
(http://i.imgur.com/PDgHSyv.jpg)
Better pic of my Boker Trench.
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I'm a sucker for wood and steel. Those are wood aren't they? Either way cool blade.
I've awarded this knife with the title, most impractical knife I ever bought. At the time I thought it was cool. :facepalm:Lol! I used to have one of those too, years ago and couldn't find anything it was good at. Gave it away to someone.
(http://i.imgur.com/PDgHSyv.jpg)
My gorgeous Izula II is much more practical for me;
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Really like my Mora 2000 :tu:
I've awarded this knife with the title, most impractical knife I ever bought. At the time I thought it was cool. :facepalm:I :like: it.
(http://i.imgur.com/PDgHSyv.jpg)
I've awarded this knife with the title, most impractical knife I ever bought. At the time I thought it was cool. :facepalm:
(http://i.imgur.com/PDgHSyv.jpg)
I've awarded this knife with the title, most impractical knife I ever bought. At the time I thought it was cool. :facepalm:
(http://i.imgur.com/PDgHSyv.jpg)
Dean, I think we all have had a cool knife or two like that when we were young! :D
Better photos coming soon
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Better photos coming soon
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Very nice!!!! :like: :like: :drool: :drool:
Better photos coming soonLovely Smashie! Is that the Gary Mills from BCUK? Nice catch - beautiful looking knife. :cheers:
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Better photos coming soonLovely Smashie! Is that the Gary Mills from BCUK? Nice catch - beautiful looking knife. :cheers:
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Picked this up to flip online at a Drag Race swap meet this weekend....... TOPS Knives , Lone Rider 8)
Better photos coming soon
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Better photos coming soonLovely Smashie! Is that the Gary Mills from BCUK? Nice catch - beautiful looking knife. :cheers:
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Yes it is, although I gave up on that forum years ago. It was buying the Bushcraft Mini from Colinoutdoors that prompted to phone Gary.
You know how it goes after that I bought this knife, a new sheath for the mini and two belts and we ended up talking on the phone for a considerable length of time.
I've been looking for a new bushcraft knife for a while now, The Alan Wood Ray Mears knives cost serious money second had, Steve Wade Cox recently passed away so there is no Ray Mears knife at the moment. I've been trying to buy a Jacklore for the last two years but he's now closed his order books permanently so zero chance of getting one them as well unless I pay through nose for a second hand one.
I should add this is The Wildcat and it's a serious chunk of 4mm O1 tool steel. I love it. In fact I'm going to ask Gary to make a Mini again with the White miacata scales and red liners for my son so we can have matching knives.
Picked this up to flip online at a Drag Race swap meet this weekend....... TOPS Knives , Lone Rider 8)
Had one of the Schrade Walden's out for a pic today.
165 Woodsman
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Had one of the Schrade Walden's out for a pic today.
165 Woodsman
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Thanks guys!!! :cheers: I need to get then all out and shoot them again.
Had one of the Schrade Walden's out for a pic today.:like:
165 Woodsman
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Well, this is it, folks... I finally did it... :mail:
So, the postman was kind enough to bring THIS one in...
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:o :ahhh :think:
Ooo, what is it I hear you ask...
Lo and behold! Varusteleka Terävä Skrama is here!
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That smurfing thing is huge... The handle is like 1 1/2 hand grip, and I have shovels for hands :P
Description:
Skrama - as in Scramasax or Seax, a short, single edged sword popular in the Middle Ages. Much like the Scandinavian Leuku it doubles up as a tool and weapon.
A fine name is always nice and the best ones are those with some history behind them - our 21st century Skrama would surely meet the demands of any Saxon
man from "ye good olde days".
Some specs:
Total length: 430 mm.
Weight: 525 g (knife only).
Blade: length 240 mm, width 46 mm, thickness 4,2 mm.
Edge: 34° for chopping, 25° at the base for finer work.
Steel: Carbon steel 80CrV2, 59 HRC
Grip: Moulded rubber, rough texture for a good grip.
A handle mod for my Chen Duty. Now with Spalted Maple Burl and cool pins.
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/chen_13.jpg)
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/chen_09.jpg)
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/chen_10.jpg)
Well, this is it, folks... I finally did it... :mail:
So, the postman was kind enough to bring THIS one in...
(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/Forum/IMG_20170419_192617.jpg)
:o :ahhh :think:
Ooo, what is it I hear you ask...
Lo and behold! Varusteleka Terävä Skrama is here!
(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/Forum/IMG_20170419_192646.jpg)
That smurfing thing is huge... The handle is like 1 1/2 hand grip, and I have shovels for hands :P
Description:
Skrama - as in Scramasax or Seax, a short, single edged sword popular in the Middle Ages. Much like the Scandinavian Leuku it doubles up as a tool and weapon.
A fine name is always nice and the best ones are those with some history behind them - our 21st century Skrama would surely meet the demands of any Saxon
man from "ye good olde days".
Some specs:
Total length: 430 mm.
Weight: 525 g (knife only).
Blade: length 240 mm, width 46 mm, thickness 4,2 mm.
Edge: 34° for chopping, 25° at the base for finer work.
Steel: Carbon steel 80CrV2, 59 HRC
Grip: Moulded rubber, rough texture for a good grip.
Looks terrific. I especially like knives with a nod to history.
Had one of the Schrade Walden's out for a pic today.:like:
165 Woodsman
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20combo%204-12-17_zpscbncyvzf.jpg)
A handle mod for my Chen Duty. Now with Spalted Maple Burl and cool pins.
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/chen_13.jpg)
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/chen_09.jpg)
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/chen_10.jpg)
The 'Sword' in the sleeper (cross-tie). French 1874 bayonet. It has pretty decent balance, but considering I learned my fencing from watching Errol Flynn movies, I'm a greater danger to the furniture than an opponent.
The 'Sword' in the sleeper (cross-tie). French 1874 bayonet. It has pretty decent balance, but considering I learned my fencing from watching Errol Flynn movies, I'm a greater danger to the furniture than an opponent.
The image shows up fine when I import it, but is rotated when saved. :ahhh
The 'Sword' in the sleeper (cross-tie). French 1874 bayonet. It has pretty decent balance, but considering I learned my fencing from watching Errol Flynn movies, I'm a greater danger to the furniture than an opponent.
I have one of those as well. Brought home from the Great war by my great grandpa.
I'm sure you know it's a bayonet and not a sword :pok:
The 'Sword' in the sleeper (cross-tie). French 1874 bayonet. It has pretty decent balance, but considering I learned my fencing from watching Errol Flynn movies, I'm a greater danger to the furniture than an opponent.
The image shows up fine when I import it, but is rotated when saved. :ahhh
Do you recognize them all?
Well, this is it, folks... I finally did it... :mail:
So, the postman was kind enough to bring THIS one in...
(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/Forum/IMG_20170419_192617.jpg)
:o :ahhh :think:
Ooo, what is it I hear you ask...
Lo and behold! Varusteleka Terävä Skrama is here!
(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/Forum/IMG_20170419_192646.jpg)
That smurfing thing is huge... The handle is like 1 1/2 hand grip, and I have shovels for hands :P
Description:
Skrama - as in Scramasax or Seax, a short, single edged sword popular in the Middle Ages. Much like the Scandinavian Leuku it doubles up as a tool and weapon.
A fine name is always nice and the best ones are those with some history behind them - our 21st century Skrama would surely meet the demands of any Saxon
man from "ye good olde days".
Some specs:
Total length: 430 mm.
Weight: 525 g (knife only).
Blade: length 240 mm, width 46 mm, thickness 4,2 mm.
Edge: 34° for chopping, 25° at the base for finer work.
Steel: Carbon steel 80CrV2, 59 HRC
Grip: Moulded rubber, rough texture for a good grip.
Do you recognize them all?
only the first 2
I knew Basil and Errol and Danny Kaye, but only knew the first movie.Do you recognize them all?
only the first 2
- Adventures of Robin Hood - Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone
- Princess Bride - Cary Elwes and Mandy Patinkin
- Court Jester - Danny Kaye and Basil Rathbone (again) (A great send up of swashbucklers.) "The pellet with the poison's in the vessel with pestle..."
- Scaramouche - Stewart Granger and Mel Ferrer (Granger was also outstanding in Prisoner of Zenda)
I knew Basil and Errol and Danny Kaye, but only knew the first movie.Do you recognize them all?
only the first 2
- Adventures of Robin Hood - Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone
- Princess Bride - Cary Elwes and Mandy Patinkin
- Court Jester - Danny Kaye and Basil Rathbone (again) (A great send up of swashbucklers.) "The pellet with the poison's in the vessel with pestle..."
- Scaramouche - Stewart Granger and Mel Ferrer (Granger was also outstanding in Prisoner of Zenda)
I knew Basil and Errol and Danny Kaye, but only knew the first movie.Do you recognize them all?
only the first 2
- Adventures of Robin Hood - Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone
- Princess Bride - Cary Elwes and Mandy Patinkin
- Court Jester - Danny Kaye and Basil Rathbone (again) (A great send up of swashbucklers.) "The pellet with the poison's in the vessel with pestle..."
- Scaramouche - Stewart Granger and Mel Ferrer (Granger was also outstanding in Prisoner of Zenda)
All worth seeing! Also Burt Lancaster in 'The Crimson Pirate'. "There are 200 Royal Marines on this ship"
"And 23 pirates. That puts the odds slightly in my favor."
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...:like: thanks for the link, that was interesting.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...:like: thanks for the link, that was interesting.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
I like the look of these, are they very old? I might look around for one.
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
Neat knives! :tu:
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
how did i miss these beauties?!
Schrade Little Finger with left-over original blade and assembled in China. Looks like they did a good job. Even the sheath is well made.
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...:like: thanks for the link, that was interesting.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
I like the look of these, are they very old? I might look around for one.
You're welcome! BF is a great place to research these knives. So is this site:
https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/
Most Schrade collectors hang out in those two places
The Schrade Walden stamped knives were produced '46-'73. The 165UH Uncle Henry (Prospector) was made (69-70) and shipped between in 69-73. The Schrade Walden 165OT (Woodsman) was made between '67-'73.
The 165OT Woodsman was made from '67 to '91. The second knife from the bottom is a post '73 example.
I don't have current dates for the Sears/Craftsman versions but thy would fall somewhere between that '67-'91 date range.
The last USA, factory made Schrade of any kind was made '03-'04 when Schrade closed it's doors. Parts inventories were purchased and some knives continued to appear after that but usually with non std Schrade scales and sheaths.
Hope this helps! :cheers:
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
This thread is DANGEROUS! Last night, after looking at Robert's collection of Schrade hunting knives, I went into ebay and started looking at prices. Earlier it was Ka-Bars. Its bad enough I've gotten back into picking up non-SAK folders, particularly Cases, on a regular basis. I don't need the trouble and expense of getting back into fixed blade knives! :ahhh
This thread is DANGEROUS! Last night, after looking at Robert's collection of Schrade hunting knives, I went into ebay and started looking at prices. Earlier it was Ka-Bars. Its bad enough I've gotten back into picking up non-SAK folders, particularly Cases, on a regular basis. I don't need the trouble and expense of getting back into fixed blade knives! :ahhh
Sorry..... :D
This thread is DANGEROUS! Last night, after looking at Robert's collection of Schrade hunting knives, I went into ebay and started looking at prices. Earlier it was Ka-Bars. Its bad enough I've gotten back into picking up non-SAK folders, particularly Cases, on a regular basis. I don't need the trouble and expense of getting back into fixed blade knives! :ahhh
Sorry..... :D
:twak:
See the slip-joints thread. :D
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
how did i miss these beauties?!
Thx Styx!!! A lot of guys that collect and use these think they are the quintessential American deer knife....would probably make quick work of a big feral as well!!!! :salute:
Got my Schrade 165 based hunters together for a new pic...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Schrade%20%20-%20165%20based%20Hunters%204-23-17_zpsamw5kyuq.jpg)
The top three are Sears Craftsman Deerslayers (2 are hidden tang with one of those with the "Deerslayer" and "A.C.A Edge" etch) The "A.C.A." stood for "Amazing Cutting Action" which referred to a special edge finish which made the edge an even better cutter.
"The A.C.A edge was accomplished with a very coarse belt grind at a fairly low angle, followed by high speed buffing on a cloth wheel. The micro serrations caused by the belt coupled with the stropping action of the buff made for a very sharp blade...."
http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/sears-schrade-a-c-a-edge-was-it-actually-a-different-edge-or-just-hype.966123/#post-10999888
The middle knife is an early serialized Schrade Walden Uncle Henry 165UH. The bottom two are Schrade 165OT Woodsman with the bottom one a Schrade Walden (w/ serial).
Notice the older Waldens were stamped on the opposite side of the tang.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Walden%20tangstamps_zps1ybcebly.jpg)
how did i miss these beauties?!
Thx Styx!!! A lot of guys that collect and use these think they are the quintessential American deer knife....would probably make quick work of a big feral as well!!!! :salute:
Considering that I've had a very heated discussion with my grandfather about which powertool was best for toenail maintenance, I'd wager these are a bit to nice for us ;)
Here's an old pic....
Let's play Marbles!!! :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Reposts/Marbles%20Hunters_zpsvyxltmj8.jpg)
Here's an old pic....
Let's play Marbles!!! :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Reposts/Marbles%20Hunters_zpsvyxltmj8.jpg)
Robert , those are beauties :drool: :drool: :drool:
so elk hunting?
no joke. those just look like they are ready for some serious skinning tasks. smaller deer can be processed with a sharpened piece of tin can (buddy of mine was dumb enough to pack a carbide sharpener but not a knife)
I've got a Schrade Old Timer that is maybe older than me. My family affectionately calls it the thumb splitter. So Somehow I wonder how many limbs they'd lose with the Uncle Henry
Guess I shouldn't say how I learned to feel trees (fall trees?), that hot things should not be touched or why makin' fishing hooks and shotgunning beers is not the best combination of recreational activities to do at the same time. As Brooks and Dunn would put it - hillbilly deluxe
Here's an old pic....
Let's play Marbles!!! :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Reposts/Marbles%20Hunters_zpsvyxltmj8.jpg)
Here's an old pic....Superb examples Robert. Time capsules of a great USA company.
Let's play Marbles!!! :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Reposts/Marbles%20Hunters_zpsvyxltmj8.jpg)
The Marbles are pretty........but those Shrades are just :drool:
Every day I find myself more attracted to knives that show use, everyday the safe queens irritate me more, my own more than other peoples'
Does this count?
(http://i.imgur.com/nlznpvY.jpg)
Does this count?
(http://i.imgur.com/nlznpvY.jpg)
:like: :like: :cheers: Sure does!!! Love Old Hickorys!!!!! :D
Does this count?
(http://i.imgur.com/nlznpvY.jpg)
:like: :like: :cheers: Sure does!!! Love Old Hickorys!!!!! :D
Just got this one today. Already getting a little patina from slicing my lunch burger in half. And it fits right in that Ka-Bar 7" sheath, so I can pack it around if necessary.
Does this count?
(http://i.imgur.com/nlznpvY.jpg)
:like: :like: :cheers: Sure does!!! Love Old Hickorys!!!!! :D
Just got this one today. Already getting a little patina from slicing my lunch burger in half. And it fits right in that Ka-Bar 7" sheath, so I can pack it around if necessary.
That was a very popular pattern with Trappers/Mountain Men if I recall the history correctly. A near universal shape. :cheers:
I'll try to re-post my Mountain Man fixed knives and we'll run with the theme. :salute:
Some of my J Russell Green River Knives. 70's era are Carbon and SS (rare) w/ Ebony wood scales, the 80's era are SS with walnut scales. (all old pics)
70's Dadleys (The plain one on top is just like my orig 70's one and I lost a Commemorative in the fire )
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/1970s%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpspf3k5iq7.jpg)
80's SS Dadley I bought after the fire.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/80s%20SS%20Dadley_zpsiicg29pd.jpg)
70's & 80's Dadleys
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/J%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpsdcsu598l.jpg)
70's Skinner & a rare 70's SS Hunter
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/2%20more%20JRGR_zpsjfkzqynb.jpg)
An extra carbon '76 Commemorative Hunter that had been carried when I bought it.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Grenn%20River%20Russell%20Hunter%20user_zpsx6crnlyg.jpg)
80's Skinners
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/attachment2_zps2pqgpftz.jpg)
70's Green River/CVA Hunter
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Russell%20Hunter%20adj_zpsxw6jpwxu.jpg)
History Book
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Russell%20front%20cover_zpsf07qf9ed.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/book2_zpstqmqx7lm.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/book3_zps0ivjhsn1.jpg)
'76 Commemorative (Have a full set)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/76%20Commerative_zpswkpyh2xz.jpg)
The Russell Factory Historian sent me this pic of the 80's Stainless line
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/80sGreenRiver_zpse93ac625.jpg)
Green Rivers are great re-enactor knives
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Skinner%20HAWk.jpg_thumb_zpsvkw4kklu.jpg)
I'll do a new group shot soon...
Ontario M-95 Quartermaster knife, a heavy-duty work knife.
Some of my J Russell Green River Knives. 70's era are Carbon and SS (rare) w/ Ebony wood scales, the 80's era are SS with walnut scales. (all old pics)
70's Dadleys (The plain one on top is just like my orig 70's one and I lost a Commemorative in the fire )
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/1970s%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpspf3k5iq7.jpg)
80's SS Dadley I bought after the fire.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/80s%20SS%20Dadley_zpsiicg29pd.jpg)
70's & 80's Dadleys
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/J%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpsdcsu598l.jpg)
70's Skinner & a rare 70's SS Hunter
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/2%20more%20JRGR_zpsjfkzqynb.jpg)
An extra carbon '76 Commemorative Hunter that had been carried when I bought it.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Grenn%20River%20Russell%20Hunter%20user_zpsx6crnlyg.jpg)
80's Skinners
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/attachment2_zps2pqgpftz.jpg)
70's Green River/CVA Hunter
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Russell%20Hunter%20adj_zpsxw6jpwxu.jpg)
History Book
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Russell%20front%20cover_zpsf07qf9ed.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/book2_zpstqmqx7lm.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/book3_zps0ivjhsn1.jpg)
'76 Commemorative (Have a full set)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/76%20Commerative_zpswkpyh2xz.jpg)
The Russell Factory Historian sent me this pic of the 80's Stainless line
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/80sGreenRiver_zpse93ac625.jpg)
Green Rivers are great re-enactor knives
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Skinner%20HAWk.jpg_thumb_zpsvkw4kklu.jpg)
I'll do a new group shot soon...
Wow, those are gorgeous!
Your last image isn't loading, by the way.
Ontario M-95 Quartermaster knife, a heavy-duty work knife.
I REALLY want one of these! :like: :like: :cheers: :cheers:
Ontario M-95 Quartermaster knife, a heavy-duty work knife.
I REALLY want one of these! :like: :like: :cheers: :cheers:
Thanks!
That's quite a collection of Green Rivers you have. :cheers:
Ontario M-95 Quartermaster knife, a heavy-duty work knife.:like:
Does this count?
(http://i.imgur.com/nlznpvY.jpg)
Some of my J Russell Green River Knives. 70's era are Carbon and SS (rare) w/ Ebony wood scales, the 80's era are SS with walnut scales. (all old pics)Awesome collection Robert :salute:
70's Dadleys (The plain one on top is just like my orig 70's one and I lost a Commemorative in the fire )
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/1970s%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpspf3k5iq7.jpg)
80's SS Dadley I bought after the fire.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/80s%20SS%20Dadley_zpsiicg29pd.jpg)
70's & 80's Dadleys
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/J%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpsdcsu598l.jpg)
70's Skinner & a rare 70's SS Hunter
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/2%20more%20JRGR_zpsjfkzqynb.jpg)
An extra carbon '76 Commemorative Hunter that had been carried when I bought it.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Grenn%20River%20Russell%20Hunter%20user_zpsx6crnlyg.jpg)
80's Skinners
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/attachment2_zps2pqgpftz.jpg)
70's Green River/CVA Hunter
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Russell%20Hunter%20adj_zpsxw6jpwxu.jpg)
History Book
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Russell%20front%20cover_zpsf07qf9ed.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/book2_zpstqmqx7lm.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/book3_zps0ivjhsn1.jpg)
'76 Commemorative (Have a full set)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/76%20Commerative_zpswkpyh2xz.jpg)
The Russell Factory Historian sent me this pic of the 80's Stainless line
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/80sGreenRiver_zpse93ac625.jpg)
Green Rivers are great re-enactor knives
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/JR%20GR%20Skinner%20HAWk_zpshruky5dw.jpg)
I'll do a new group shot soon...
Ontario M-95 Quartermaster knife, a heavy-duty work knife.:like:
Some of my J Russell Green River Knives. 70's era are Carbon and SS (rare) w/ Ebony wood scales, the 80's era are SS with walnut scales. (all old pics)Awesome collection Robert :salute:
70's Dadleys (The plain one on top is just like my orig 70's one and I lost a Commemorative in the fire )
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/1970s%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpspf3k5iq7.jpg)
80's SS Dadley I bought after the fire.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/80s%20SS%20Dadley_zpsiicg29pd.jpg)
70's & 80's Dadleys
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/J%20Russell%20Dadleys_zpsdcsu598l.jpg)
70's Skinner & a rare 70's SS Hunter
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/2%20more%20JRGR_zpsjfkzqynb.jpg)
An extra carbon '76 Commemorative Hunter that had been carried when I bought it.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Grenn%20River%20Russell%20Hunter%20user_zpsx6crnlyg.jpg)
80's Skinners
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/attachment2_zps2pqgpftz.jpg)
70's Green River/CVA Hunter
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History Book
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/Russell%20front%20cover_zpsf07qf9ed.jpg)
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'76 Commemorative (Have a full set)
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The Russell Factory Historian sent me this pic of the 80's Stainless line
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/80sGreenRiver_zpse93ac625.jpg)
Green Rivers are great re-enactor knives
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fixed%20blades/JR%20GR%20Skinner%20HAWk_zpshruky5dw.jpg)
I'll do a new group shot soon...
I have the 35-244 but find the handle a bit short. I remember an article on Green River years ago in I think Blade Magazine and there was an early Dadley? with a tapered tang. I'm loving seeing your great collections. :tu:
Beautiful collection Robert :cheers:
Karl , that Ontario is the shizzle :like: :tu:
:like: the three Becker's with the same Blade shape Robert.
Also like the flat ground variation Grohmann compared to the sabre. :cheers:
A bump with Beckers....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Beckers_zpsq6yd7wfg.jpg)
Grohmann #1, flat ground, carbon/micarta.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/2_zpseuqnry0v.jpg)
A bump with Beckers....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Beckers_zpsq6yd7wfg.jpg)
Great Beckers and pic. :like: verah much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :tu:
Grohmann #1, flat ground, carbon/micarta.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/2_zpseuqnry0v.jpg)
Cool pic Robert! Makes me want to go hiking. :D
Grohmann #1, flat ground, carbon/micarta.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/2_zpseuqnry0v.jpg)
Grohmann #1, flat ground, carbon/micarta.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/2_zpseuqnry0v.jpg)
nice set up. really like the hidden woodsman satchel
I'm not sure I should be looking at anything camo. Knowing what I've already said on this forum it's a slippery slope to having camo underwear. And safety orange for hunting season ;)
Great looking knives Robert and a cool pack :like: :tu:
A bump with Beckers....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Beckers_zpsq6yd7wfg.jpg)
A bump with Beckers....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Beckers_zpsq6yd7wfg.jpg)
Beckers..Another dangerous item! Nice! :cheers:
my humble, current collection (not including the big ones):like:
(http://i.imgur.com/GcJlZRm.jpg)
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Thanks Sparky :hatsoff:
Always Great picture in here Guys :salute:
Some real beauties there SAK60 :drool:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4219/34487958840_5bf969a07c_b.jpg)Nice knife and pic Vadim :)
:like:
Nice one Zed :tu:
Great job on the sheath Zed, it looks awesome ! :like: :tu:
Great job on the sheath Zed, it looks awesome ! :like: :tu:
Cheers Steve :cheers:
I sharpied the camo on ;)
Great job on the sheath Zed, it looks awesome ! :like: :tu:
Cheers Steve :cheers:
I sharpied the camo on ;)
:like: :tu:
That dagger is looking Great now Mate :salute: :salute:
is it legal ? :)
:think:
Stone? :shrug:
:whistle:
Brand new!
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You're under 16 stones? :o Quick, someone get the loader, we need to unbury him!! :ahhh
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Stone? :shrug:
:whistle:
No I'm under 16stone :rofl:
You're under 16 stones? :o Quick, someone get the loader, we need to unbury him!! :ahhh
:think:
Stone? :shrug:
:whistle:
No I'm under 16stone :rofl:
Nice one Nicola. Who made that?A famous romanian knife maker Cristian Soimosan
He made the blade , handle it's been made by meNice one Nicola. Who made that?A famous romanian knife maker Cristian Soimosan
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That's a custom made one steel D6 (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170719/65669bad44369b6cf79aecf647f2cc1a.jpg)
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Thank you , yes indeed and a good steel tooThat's a custom made one steel D6 (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170719/65669bad44369b6cf79aecf647f2cc1a.jpg)
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That is a very good looking knife :tu:
Nice work :tu: I do like blades where the blade is forward so your knuckles don't get in the way. The Boker TUF and Scorpion Knives DuPlessis Warthog are faves of mine for that reason :cheers:
I made this one at Grind In 2009:like:
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What a looker! :drool: :like:
What a looker! :drool: :like:
I'd say it's quite a peach :D
What a looker! :drool: :like:
I'd say it's quite a peach :D
What a looker! :drool: :like:
I'd say it's quite a peach :D
Nectarine! :twak:
:rofl:
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When I was young I used to date TOPS knives exclusively, I browsed its site, delighted at the specs and drooled over its micarta-goodness. :whistle:
But then I grew up, became older and wiser, learned the joys of tool steels and convex grinds, and now I spend my days looking over the wall at all Bark Rivers lounging around the pool of my rich neighbour..... :gimme:
:rofl:
This forum is seriously short on BRK's, few steps in the right direction :tu:
(http://i.imgur.com/rtadbqf.jpg)Nice Barky :like:
(http://i.imgur.com/rtadbqf.jpg)Nice Barky :like:
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Pomsbz that is a well designed and very nice looking knife. :like:
Playing yesterday :D
what are your findings?
I like to use this cheap and nasty John Nowill blade occasionally, to remind myself that until relatively recently, our species coped perfectly fine with a simple bit of carbon steel sandwiched between two bits of wood.:rofl:
And it still works today.
That SCHF36 is appealing to me more than most current Schrades. I might have to pick one of those up.
Just made Handles for this :tu:
Just made Handles for this :tu:
Have you ever given thought to offering your services and be paid for them? A lot of the things you make are really nice so maybe there are potential customers out there
Do you know what the wood is Paul or is it mystery wood? :tu:
Fish hook?Yes I didn't recognise it at first because it was covered in verdigris from the rivet. I'm leaving it there as it's not coming out easily and don't want to snap it.
Just made Handles for this :tu:
Have you ever given thought to offering your services and be paid for them? A lot of the things you make are really nice so maybe there are potential customers out there
Thanks mate, funny as me and my wife was talking about this last night,I'm really struggling with my leg at work so thinking about using and improving these skills to make a little extra money,I've a few leatherwork ideas I've designed and possibly handles, as they say watch this space :tu: and again thankyou for the kind words as very encouraging :salute:
Just made Handles for this :tu:
Have you ever given thought to offering your services and be paid for them? A lot of the things you make are really nice so maybe there are potential customers out there
Thanks mate, funny as me and my wife was talking about this last night,I'm really struggling with my leg at work so thinking about using and improving these skills to make a little extra money,I've a few leatherwork ideas I've designed and possibly handles, as they say watch this space :tu: and again thankyou for the kind words as very encouraging :salute:
Don't forget that leather journals/notebooks are a somewhat hot item right now (seriously even I want to get my paws on a few dozen to keep track of meetings and designs).
Also from what I understand, LARP has a good sized community in Britain so there might be a chance to expand your potential customer base :cheers:
Just made Handles for this :tu:
Have you ever given thought to offering your services and be paid for them? A lot of the things you make are really nice so maybe there are potential customers out there
Thanks mate, funny as me and my wife was talking about this last night,I'm really struggling with my leg at work so thinking about using and improving these skills to make a little extra money,I've a few leatherwork ideas I've designed and possibly handles, as they say watch this space :tu: and again thankyou for the kind words as very encouraging :salute:
Don't forget that leather journals/notebooks are a somewhat hot item right now (seriously even I want to get my paws on a few dozen to keep track of meetings and designs).
Also from what I understand, LARP has a good sized community in Britain so there might be a chance to expand your potential customer base :cheers:
Cheers mate,I've got a few ideas with the leather ,one is top secret but I think people are going to like it ;) :tu:
Just made Handles for this :tu:
Have you ever given thought to offering your services and be paid for them? A lot of the things you make are really nice so maybe there are potential customers out there
Thanks mate, funny as me and my wife was talking about this last night,I'm really struggling with my leg at work so thinking about using and improving these skills to make a little extra money,I've a few leatherwork ideas I've designed and possibly handles, as they say watch this space :tu: and again thankyou for the kind words as very encouraging :salute:
Don't forget that leather journals/notebooks are a somewhat hot item right now (seriously even I want to get my paws on a few dozen to keep track of meetings and designs).
Also from what I understand, LARP has a good sized community in Britain so there might be a chance to expand your potential customer base :cheers:
Cheers mate,I've got a few ideas with the leather ,one is top secret but I think people are going to like it ;) :tu:
Well I know I'll probably love it a bit too much for the good of my sanity
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Like that clown :salute:
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Here is one of my favorite knives for general outdoor use. It's an old KA BAR Little Hunter - 6 3/4" overall. Very handy! It still has the original sheath.
(https://i.imgur.com/goQDCS4.jpg)
Here is one of my favorite knives for general outdoor use. It's an old KA BAR Little Hunter - 6 3/4" overall. Very handy! It still has the original sheath.
(https://i.imgur.com/goQDCS4.jpg)
Bear and Son skinner on the belt today :cheers:
Bear and Son skinner on the belt today :cheers:
Like that Spartan :salute:
Here is one of my favorite knives for general outdoor use. It's an old KA BAR Little Hunter - 6 3/4" overall. Very handy! It still has the original sheath.
(https://i.imgur.com/goQDCS4.jpg)
Great little knife :tu:
Interesting handle, but I keep coming back to the blade, that fuller looks a bit skew and bevels blurred, such a great handmade or lived-in look! :like:
Just in today a Whittingslowe Australian commando knife with a sheath someone's made themselves and a PAL RH-37 US Navy Mk2Like
The USN sheath is stamped CMR and H.R. Oahu West Hawaii
Bear and Son skinner on the belt today :cheers:
Like that Spartan :salute:
I'm with young Zed on this one :salute:
My current office carry, Mora 2017 Basic 511
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My current office carry, Mora 2017 Basic 511
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If I carried that in an office in the UK I would probably lose my job & find myself moved very swiftly to the local Police Station. :ahhh
Actually, I'm the only person in our office branch right now so I'm good. I didn't actually carried it yesterday but just wanted to see how it looks like mountedMy current office carry, Mora 2017 Basic 511
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If I carried that in an office in the UK I would probably lose my job & find myself moved very swiftly to the local Police Station. :ahhh
Was thinking exactly the same thing!
Clown, that is a magnificent carry combo and I am absolutely in awe. :drool:
Agaaaain.....
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My latest: A Cutco 1769 JI with synthetic white handle and fully serrated blade. Although Cutco is primarily known for their kitchen cutlery they do make a series of fixed blade hunters.With it's original sheath $10.
:like: :like:
z & z
My new Parang. Made by a friend on another board.
My new Parang. Made by a friend on another board.
Medium and small:like: the old double edged one
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some new and 1 old diving knives - the newer ones are a lot more discreet:like:
Forged from a bearing casing, brass/copper/brass guard/bolster, orange synthetic and brown linen micarta handle, brass butt cap....and a story :facepalm:
(https://s1.postimg.org/13tvyb69in/20171009_171951_1.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
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Don't leave us hanging, what's the story? :)
look, that knife is unique because of the small imperfections and that just enhances it. we can see your progression and journey as a maker written out on that blade. regrettably i'm still unemployed or you'd already have a PM with an offer for that knife
don't forget that people are willing to pay substantial sums for poorly made Yakutian knife like objects (won't insult the Yakut people by saying some of those designs are perfect)
Have you considered testing your knives on Youtube? Could help you out with the customer base
Nice new toy!
Or I travel to SA and play with yours :D
:cheers:
Firstly, more than welcome, but you need to stop sooner on the way down and land in Namibia.......highly recommended, even by South Africans
I checked out so many DIY videos and probably found a source for a contact wheel, but I think sanity has prevailed
Sounds like some of my engineering.Quote
Firstly, more than welcome, but you need to stop sooner on the way down and land in Namibia.......highly recommended, even by South Africans
I checked out so many DIY videos and probably found a source for a contact wheel, but I think sanity has prevailed
:salute:
Probably need to buy a world map next :-[ :facepalm:
I've been 'saving up'
Motor and pulleys from a lathe
parts from an old 'cross trainer'
assorted pieces of useful crap
and a few skateboard wheels
What could possibly go wrong? :shrug:
Wow, that is small. Nice! :like:
:like:
I see you have been keeping out of trouble Paul ;)
A very small fixed blade I finnished this morning :D
A very small fixed blade I finnished this morning :D
Very cool ! :like:
:like:
I see you have been keeping out of trouble Paul ;)
Very busy today mate ;) :rofl:
:like:
I see you have been keeping out of trouble Paul ;)
Very busy today mate ;) :rofl:
:rofl:
Friction folder :popcorn:
:salute:
Probably need to buy a world map next :-[ :facepalm:
I've been 'saving up'
Motor and pulleys from a lathe
parts from an old 'cross trainer'
assorted pieces of useful crap
and a few skateboard wheels
What could possibly go wrong? :shrug:
A knife maker from Ireland who doesn't usually sell his knives but had slowly started had done a deal with me,so here is Oma my new knife,will be used daily for carving etc, I'll hopefully have it by the end of the week,I asked for no sheath as will make my own or get a kydex made for it :salute::like:
:salute:
Probably need to buy a world map next :-[ :facepalm:
I've been 'saving up'
Motor and pulleys from a lathe
parts from an old 'cross trainer'
assorted pieces of useful crap
and a few skateboard wheels
What could possibly go wrong? :shrug:
Funny you should mention that, I was at a local hardware store buying belts & stuff, conversation went towards 2x72" belts and the guy told me somebody had been in there asking about belts, and looking at replacement wheelbarrow wheel to use as contact wheels :facepalm:
I'm humbled by people who go that route, and I was phoned by a complete stranger on Sunday, busy with his first knife and looking for advice. The knife looks excellent, made from an old file, and he used an angle grinder and filing jig to get where he was.
So I ask myself, an I doing it the lazy way? I have to be honest, I get more frustration than satisfaction from "tooling up", and I believe the time it would take to build something myself is just too much.
Now where this really bites me in the smurf are the new and very necessary shop lights that have been waiting 2 months to be installed..... :facepalm:
A knife maker from Ireland who doesn't usually sell his knives but had slowly started had done a deal with me,so here is Oma my new knife,will be used daily for carving etc, I'll hopefully have it by the end of the week,I asked for no sheath as will make my own or get a kydex made for it :salute:
A knife maker from Ireland who doesn't usually sell his knives but had slowly started had done a deal with me,so here is Oma my new knife,will be used daily for carving etc, I'll hopefully have it by the end of the week,I asked for no sheath as will make my own or get a kydex made for it :salute:
Nice !
Well my custom Andrew Mahoney knife turned up today on my birthday :salute: this fits my hand perfect, love it and love the 200 year old bog oak handles :tu:
Well my custom Andrew Mahoney knife turned up today on my birthday :salute: this fits my hand perfect, love it and love the 200 year old bog oak handles :tu:
Happy Birthday and Happy New Knife Day
:cheers:
What the lads said Paul :salute:
That knifes a real beauty Mate :tu:
Happy Birthday, Zed :like: and beautiful knife :o :drool: :like:
worst Fixed Blade organisation system ever... :facepalm:Looks just like mine :)
(https://i.imgur.com/GcJlZRm.jpg)
Got the sheath and tangled sorted and all on my belt :salute::like:
worst Fixed Blade organisation system ever... :facepalm:
(https://i.imgur.com/GcJlZRm.jpg)
Got the sheath and tangled sorted and all on my belt :salute:
Got the sheath and tangled sorted and all on my belt :salute:Nice set up Zed. What's in the pouches? Fire kit?
Got the sheath and tangled sorted and all on my belt :salute:Nice set up Zed. What's in the pouches? Fire kit?
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4284/35809754011_3123a2bfe8_b.jpg)Wow!
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4284/35809754011_3123a2bfe8_b.jpg)Wow!
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Vadim, if you did those heaths yourself your talent is off the charts. :hatsoff:
Many of them are more valuable than the knife they house, and more beautiful too.
If you didn't do them yourself, your taste and preference for sheaths is worth congratulating too :cheers:
Very nice knives Vadim :like:
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Wow!
Me, too. Awesome pics of awesome knives!
I think we need to hire Vadim to take pics for the forum! :D
Vadim, if you did those heaths yourself your talent is off the charts. :hatsoff:
Many of them are more valuable than the knife they house, and more beautiful too.
If you didn't do them yourself, your taste and preference for sheaths is worth congratulating too :cheers:
Vadim, if you did those heaths yourself your talent is off the charts. :hatsoff:
Many of them are more valuable than the knife they house, and more beautiful too.
If you didn't do them yourself, your taste and preference for sheaths is worth congratulating too :cheers:
What he said! Your leather work skills are amazing!
Vadim, if you did those heaths yourself your talent is off the charts. :hatsoff:
Many of them are more valuable than the knife they house, and more beautiful too.
If you didn't do them yourself, your taste and preference for sheaths is worth congratulating too :cheers:
What he said! Your leather work skills are amazing!
Thank you, appreciate it !
Vadim, if you did those heaths yourself your talent is off the charts. :hatsoff:
Many of them are more valuable than the knife they house, and more beautiful too.
If you didn't do them yourself, your taste and preference for sheaths is worth congratulating too :cheers:
What he said! Your leather work skills are amazing!
Thank you, appreciate it !
and your photography skills are not much behind. You should, as raistloin65 said, apply for Mt.Org photographer position, (I'd give my vote! :tu:)
I guess you also have photography as a hobby? :think:
My most recent knife, a skinner, gift from son in law and his youngest, my grandson who shares my like of sharp tools. (Christmas gift, as we celebrated on Saturday)
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(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/stagsak.jpg)That's a beauty.
+1Very nice Mags!
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Gorgeous knife Pombz, what is it?
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It really is tiny, but it fits the hand just fine and is a really strong little blade. Especially if you prefer stainless!!!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171220/f675eb6e6d43448bb19ba00e0e46feb6.jpg)
I never realized how small that SOG was until seeing it now with your Mora. Wow. What a great small size.
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Some very awesome pics in here and love the sheaths Vadim :cheers: :like: :like:
Actually had to Google what a paint can key is. Anyway a lesson to be learned
tiny ones :ahhh
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Actually had to Google what a paint can key is. Anyway a lesson to be learned
Congrats Zed. Its quite a neat little knife that Izula. I really like their warranty too.
If you don't use it as a pry bar you'll never need the warranty.Congrats Zed. Its quite a neat little knife that Izula. I really like their warranty too.
Thanks mate I'm really happy with it,I clipped it to my belt today to see how it feels,it does ride high but at least it's hidden under my top so would be great while camping in the UK, plus not big and scary :D I actually prefer smaller blades,I've not looked at there warranty yet,hopefully I'll never need it :tu:
If you don't use it as a pry bar you'll never need the warranty.Congrats Zed. Its quite a neat little knife that Izula. I really like their warranty too.
Thanks mate I'm really happy with it,I clipped it to my belt today to see how it feels,it does ride high but at least it's hidden under my top so would be great while camping in the UK, plus not big and scary :D I actually prefer smaller blades,I've not looked at there warranty yet,hopefully I'll never need it :tu:
Adventure Sworn Explorer,3V
Adventure Sworn Explorer,3V
Nice knife Vadim! :like: :tu: :tu:
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Ohhh....always wanted a Hess. Nice addition to your collection! :like: :like:
Good looking knife clown! :like: :tu: :tu:
Bark River Essential:like:
Cheers sak60. It's M4 :salute:Bark River Essential:like:
Getting some nice colour in the blade now. Is that A2?
NiceCheers sak60. It's M4 :salute:Bark River Essential:like:
Getting some nice colour in the blade now. Is that A2?
Lots of nice knives here :salute: just got this Linder bowie :tu::like:
Lots of nice knives here :salute: just got this Linder bowie :tu::like:
Nice Bowie Zed
Bark River Essential
Lots of nice knives here :salute: just got this Linder bowie :tu:
Lots of nice knives here :salute: just got this Linder bowie :tu:
Beauty !
Paul that's a real beauty :drool: :drool: :drool:
Carrying my Helle GT36 today!:like:
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Carrying my Helle GT36 today!
Adventure Sworn Explorer,3V
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Carrying my Helle GT36 today!
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Getting some great use from this BR Essential - Love it!!!
Getting some great use from this BR Essential - Love it!!!Nice Mags!
Just finished my SOG & VIC sheath combo project with a black paracord wrap.:like: the SOG Microbe, you’ve got a lot covered with that combo :tu:
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Sweet blade there Lobby.
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:think: :think: That's quite a worrying picture Zoidy :ahhh
Just finished my SOG & VIC sheath combo project with a black paracord wrap.
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Just finished my SOG & VIC sheath combo project with a black paracord wrap.
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This is a pretty flipping awesome combo :like:
Just finished my SOG & VIC sheath combo project with a black paracord wrap.
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This is a pretty flipping awesome combo :like:
what Stallone ought to be carrying in Rambo V :tu:
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:think: :think: That's quite a worrying picture Zoidy :ahhh
I didn't want the knives falling through the gaps either so I placed them on an angle. :whistle: :facepalm:
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:think: :think: That's quite a worrying picture Zoidy :ahhh
I didn't want the knives falling through the gaps either so I placed them on an angle. :whistle: :facepalm:
Haven't seen a scene like that from a wool shed for a loong time. Had an old sheep to butcher?
That handle looks very comfortable :tu:
Here's my attempt at knifemaking from an old file. The only electrical tools I used were an orbital sander and a hair dryer for my homemade forge. I made the dye for the sheath from rust and vinegar.. Yeah it smelled pretty bad for a while :ahhh. She's not pretty but she sure is sharp.
Here's my attempt at knifemaking from an old file. The only electrical tools I used were an orbital sander and a hair dryer for my homemade forge. I made the dye for the sheath from rust and vinegar.. Yeah it smelled pretty bad for a while :ahhh. She's not pretty but she sure is sharp.
That's awesome! I think it looks great. I like that blade shape .
Here's my attempt at knifemaking from an old file. The only electrical tools I used were an orbital sander and a hair dryer for my homemade forge. I made the dye for the sheath from rust and vinegar.. Yeah it smelled pretty bad for a while :ahhh. She's not pretty but she sure is sharp.:salute:
Good job effjaybay
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getting ready for the annual Rambo season?
getting ready for the annual Rambo season?
getting ready for the annual Rambo season?
I guess it' because we're in the middle of the Football World Cup :D
getting ready for the annual Rambo season?
Yep, it could be the last season ever...
getting ready for the annual Rambo season?
I guess it' because we're in the middle of the Football World Cup :D
Spain is playing today! I recon they will beat Iran by 3 - 0.
getting ready for the annual Rambo season?
Yep, it could be the last season ever...
sadlygetting ready for the annual Rambo season?
I guess it' because we're in the middle of the Football World Cup :D
Spain is playing today! I recon they will beat Iran by 3 - 0.
hindsight 20/20?
getting ready for the annual Rambo season?
Yep, it could be the last season ever...
sadlygetting ready for the annual Rambo season?
I guess it' because we're in the middle of the Football World Cup :D
Spain is playing today! I recon they will beat Iran by 3 - 0.
hindsight 20/20?
I was not even close. They did win, but with a rather meager 1 - 0.
What is football? :think:
:tu:
nice edc
:rofl:
nice edc
Lol! Was over at my mom's today to tune up her lawn mower. Ever since my belt sander crapped out I've been sharpening the blade by hand with a file.
Izula with the micarta scales I did for it :tu:
and an excellent selection in all of those categories
:like: dagger glbm.Thank you, sak60! :cheers:
That's a great looking knife GLBM. I love carrying a fixed blade up to about 5inch blade. I'm glad here in my area we can open carry them. I saw a guy the other day with a gorgeous fixed blade in a sheath. The sheath was really nice and what I saw sticking out was beautiful stag scales.Stag? :drool:
Some awesome fixed blades y'all have!
Mind if I get in on this thread?
I submit my photo with a European Cutlery(Made in Spain) dagger I carried today. :)
I don't usually carry fixed blades, but I've been curious about them lately and have several I like enough to carry. :)
Thank you, TP! :cheers:Some awesome fixed blades y'all have!
Mind if I get in on this thread?
I submit my photo with a European Cutlery(Made in Spain) dagger I carried today. :)
I don't usually carry fixed blades, but I've been curious about them lately and have several I like enough to carry. :)
that is a beautiful dagger!! :o :like: Those handles look so classy and gentlemanly, ::)
may I ask who in Spain did it, or what company is behind it? :cheers:
Nice one Aloha
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ESEE Izula II out and about yesterday
Love it. Absolutely love it. Perfect size for food prep, whittling, fire prep (bit on the small size for battoning unless you're careful, but certainly tough enough). Carry wise it disappears into the bottom of my bag when I'm out and about in the woods or countryside. Steel seems fine - easily sharpened, keeps a good edge.ESEE Izula II out and about yesterday
Looking good. How you liking this blade? Size wise, steel, carrying?
BE-X Feldmesser
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One of my display cabinets where I showcase a few fixed blades.
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One of my display cabinets where I showcase a few fixed blades.
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:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
BE-X Feldmesser
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Great blade profile. Looks like a real cutter. :like:
Nice one Zed.
Nice one Zed.
Thanks mate ,this was a awesome gift ,wanted a #4 for ages this will see a lot of camp use :tu:
Nice one Zed.
Thanks mate ,this was a awesome gift ,wanted a #4 for ages this will see a lot of camp use :tu:
Yeah. That's a great gift. What a good friend :)
Nice little utility blade. Whats the steel on it?D2 - It's an absolute beauty - with the Izula II and the Mora Robust I am at full capacity for fixed blades now. It slices a little better than the Izula and is slightly more comfortable in the hand. I plan to do some side by side comparisons with the Izula when I have time.
Nice little utility blade. Whats the steel on it?D2 - It's an absolute beauty - with the Izula II and the Mora Robust I am at full capacity for fixed blades now. It slices a little better than the Izula and is slightly more comfortable in the hand. I plan to do some side by side comparisons with the Izula when I have time.
Awesome knife sak60 :salute:. I've always like the clean look of that blade.
Sweet! :tu:
...OK, maybe a few more than that...
...OK, maybe a few more than that...
That is a beautiful collection!
Brought and used this Mora for the tirp to Berlin,How do you like the orange tool you got there? Looks interesting
as it was innocent looking (used as a Kitchen Knife mostly at the Hostel) and legal to carry (fixed blades up to 12 cm, I believe, are legal to carry in most of Germany)
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It was clipped to the belt and the sheath inserted into the back pocket about 3/4 of it, concealing it and causing no trouble :tu:
Did very well, food and packages alike, and if I had to dispose of it, or leave it at the airport/Museum entrance/etc. it was only $12, so no big issue :salute:
How do you like the orange tool you got there? Looks interesting
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Yesterday's beach carry :tu::like:
I've bought, sold, and gifted many fixed blades over the years, and my haphazard assortment has gradually been tuned to suit my needs and preferences. I've now got a much more focussed ensemble, and while I still have more than I need, i'd be hard pressed to identify any that I'd be prepared to let go. Other than a J. Adams MOD knife that never gets used, I think this is pretty much my full array of fixed blade sheath knives.Nice ensemble 50ft :like:
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=390815)
Stainless on the top, carbon steel below, and I made the two that are horizontal.
I've bought, sold, and gifted many fixed blades over the years, and my haphazard assortment has gradually been tuned to suit my needs and preferences. I've now got a much more focussed ensemble, and while I still have more than I need, i'd be hard pressed to identify any that I'd be prepared to let go. Other than a J. Adams MOD knife that never gets used, I think this is pretty much my full array of fixed blade sheath knives.Nice ensemble 50ft :like:
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7563.0;attach=390815)
Stainless on the top, carbon steel below, and I made the two that are horizontal.
Very nice selection 50ft :like:
@50ft, great collection. Nice range of options. :tu:
:like:
Nice Al Mar
Recent pick up. Gerber Mark 1.
Unusual gray handle and brown sheath.
that a nice pick upThanks still researching the age but not a lot onn mk1 serial numbers. :cheers:
Kukri House Blade Wear.
8cm blade approx 4.5 mm thick.
Buffalo horn scales.
Here's a slightly better snap of my Al Mar Special Forces bowie. I brought her out for a good wipe with a Sentry cloth.:like:
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Here's a slightly better snap of my Al Mar Special Forces bowie. I brought her out for a good wipe with a Sentry cloth.
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Bob Dozier in D2 with Micarta scales. This is a beautiful knife - Thanks Nix!:like:
Nice knives :like:
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Great looking knife toolguy ! :drool:Thanks Steve.
:like:Thanks.
Very nice tool guy.
Love tapered tang knives. It’s a feature that should be on all custom knives at least.
This knife was made by Charles Ochs of OX Forge.If you have ever been a fan of auto knives,then you should recognize his name.He created the first modern era auto knife euphemistically referred to as the "black knife".Tony Marfione the owner of Microtech used his design to create his version which he named the UDT,Underwater Demolition Team.What happened to the picture? I missed it.
I bought this knife about thirty years ago and used it for local hunting of Whitetail deer and on a few wild hogs in Tennessee.It's a great tool for hunting.Its size makes it good for gutting big game game,yet it has enough belly to the blade to make it a viable skinning knife as well.It has a four inch drop point blade with a tapered tang.It's a well balanced knife and has a very pleasing appearance,as well as a practical design for hunters.
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Cattaraugus 225Q WWII "Quartermaster" knife.:like:
Cattaraugus 225Q WWII "Quartermaster" knife.
Your Sea Rambler is very cool.Nice color as well.Thanks. Not sure about plating but could be. They were in the ‘73 catalogue that I found online and it didn’t say anything about being plated just corrosion resistant. An ‘80 catalogue doesn’t have them at all.
Is it chrome plated?
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(https://i.imgur.com/Ct7IRiN.jpg?1)Lovely Kershaw CeHo
Fallkniven... one of the best...Thanks CeHo It's very pocketable. :cheers:
This is a custom 4" drop point hunter done by a maker with the name of Tank.It has a handsome desert ironwood handle.Nice hunter. I like the pin design. Nice gesture by ordering the knives too. :cheers:
I can't remember the name of his shop but I think it's something like 3Bar Ranch in Texas.
I bought a small auto from him and he emailed that his shop had burned down.In an effort to help I ordered several knives from him.This is one of them.
This is my USMC KaBar. Just something I picked up at SMKW a few (~15) years ago; it's not an actual issued knife. I have modified it slightly to make it more usable as a field knife.
Thanks! I just trimmed the upper (back of blade) guard flush with the handle, to make it more maneuverable.
Those are some great looking 119s! The 119 is probably my favorite Buck design.Thanks! I just trimmed the upper (back of blade) guard flush with the handle, to make it more maneuverable.
That's what I thought.I also thought you may have increased the bevel from the sides of the handle towards to hilt.
Looks good and is practical.
I did the same when I reground a Buck a couple of 119's,that is ,remove the top part of the hilt.
Great knives displayed in this thread,congrats to all of the owners.
This is a Randall Model 8 Trout and Bird.
I had a Model 8 once upon a time; sweet knife! :like:
Nice Randall toolguy! :like: :tu: :tu:
Nice knife toolguy :like: And good job on the polishing job :hatsoff:
Great knives displayed in this thread,congrats to all of the owners.
:iagree:
Lovely Randall Toolguy :tu:
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That's a great looking knife Clemens.That sheath is also top notch.It looks like a Randall sheath.I wonder if Sullivan's Saddle shop,who makes Randall sheaths,made those for Kershaw.
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That's a great looking knife Clemens.That sheath is also top notch.It looks like a Randall sheath.I wonder if Sullivan's Saddle shop,who makes Randall sheaths,made those for Kershaw.
Thank you very much.
I don’t know why, but these Kershaw knives are something special for me. I don’t have so much fixt blades. Maybe one of the hunter series will be my bushcraftknife.
The quality is high end - like a custom knife. The design is timeless and the feeling is the best I ever had, it fits my hand perfectly.
Thats a looker. Nice color on it and the sheath.Thanks Aloha. :cheers:
Sargent Edged Tools M3BS (Bushcraft/Survival)
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:like: Great pair of fixies, Mags! :tu:
Izula II and Dozier Personal. Love these two so much.
Sargent Edged Tools M3BS (Bushcraft/Survival)
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What a fantastic picture. Wonderful trio you've got there :drool:
Spartan Blades - Harsey TT
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Mora Companion:Very nice, I like the sheath and well all of it! :rofl: :tu:
Handle,Sheath and Fire Steel made by me.
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Man manicure
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As much as I love mt's, I have had a longer love affair with knives. Fixed blades are my preference because a folding knife is just a broken fixed blade!! :)Those are just awesome! :like: :tu:
Here are two of my favorites, both from custom knife maker Bradshaw Blades. His work is phenomenal and I will probably end up with a few more.
The small guy is used for trail hikes and camping, while his bigger brother is all chopper.
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As much as I love mt's, I have had a longer love affair with knives. Fixed blades are my preference because a folding knife is just a broken fixed blade!! :)
Here are two of my favorites, both from custom knife maker Bradshaw Blades. His work is phenomenal and I will probably end up with a few more.
The small guy is used for trail hikes and camping, while his bigger brother is all chopper.
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Great knives Guys :salute:
I was looking at this one last week while tidying
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Thanks sak60 👍
I love the Kershaw hunter series :D
Just got this one from CRKT :tu: the Hunt'n Fisch knife :tu: my aim is to carry this one some as it is a nice size for EDC :like: we will see how it goes :tu:Very nice and I think you are right about it being an EDC :like: :tu:
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My second Kershaw 1035:
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Just got this one from CRKT :tu: the Hunt'n Fisch knife :tu: my aim is to carry this one some as it is a nice size for EDC :like: we will see how it goes :tu:
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Carried this one today :cheers: have it on the belt loop between my two back pockets and it is riding pretty good back there :like: the handle is just the right size for my hands as well :tu:That slight drop point is something I wish my Kolt knife had as I find if when I want to run a slice under/through something (mainly at work)the point would often get hung up.
Latest small fixed blade.Nice :like: :tu:
NOS G96 trophy maker mod. 900
Nice :like: :tu:Thanks Ray :cheers:
Thanks Ray :cheers::cheers:
Cool knife, Sak60.I was thinking the same thing - :tu:
Reminds me of a Buck Woodsman. I used to have one of those, handy little knife! :cheers:
I was thinking the same thing - :tu:
Cool knife, Sak60.:cheers:
Reminds me of a Buck Woodsman. I used to have one of those, handy little knife! :cheers:
Latest small fixed blade.
NOS G96 trophy maker mod. 900
That knife looks like it will be a handy knife! :tu: :like:Thanks David. I was thinking one of these would be a good first fixed blade for a non adult beginner. :cheers:
My kitchen......yes sir....you can get drunk......just don't fall over and touch anything on the way down :cheers:Oh boy there are a couple of interesting knives there! :like: :tu:
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Looks great. :like:
Good looking blade.Thanks Aloha :hatsoff:
Good looking blade.
Most likely my best 5160 blade to date.:ahhh :ahhh
Un-molested bar stock.
Digital kiln heat treat.
Perfect temper colour
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:iagree:Thanks Sparky :salute:
I love that Applegate of yours SAK! :tu:Thanks Barry. I’m going to get or make a leather sheath for it at some stage. :cheers:
I had this out today for a check up.
This is a custom I bought from a local maker nearly 20 years ago now.
Originally it had a slight recurve at the rear which I ground out.
It was described as a Japanese temper fighter. The differential temper is now the darker section along the edge and slightly up and along the back of the blade.
It’s patina’d up a lot over the years.
8) :tu: :like:Thanks David :salute:
I had this out today for a check up.
This is a custom I bought from a local maker nearly 20 years ago now.
Originally it had a slight recurve at the rear which I ground out.
It was described as a Japanese temper fighter. The differential temper is now the darker section along the edge and slightly up and along the back of the blade.
It’s patina’d up a lot over the years.
:ahhh :ahhh
That looks great! G :salute:
Nice hamon, any idea what steel?It looked better when it was new.
How much have you used it?
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Lots of great carries guys :like:I'm glad you like the Hunt'n Fisch Poncho. I've carried mine quite a bit as well and my only complaint has been that I find the handle a bit slippery. I've been thinking about filing some grooves or checkering in the handle but I can't quite bring myself to do something permanent to such a beautiful knife.
I have had this one with me for a couple weeks now and ammstsrting to get use to it fairly well :cheers:
It is the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch knife :tu:
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Always love the look of that blade, mags :salute: I have been tempted to get one of those myself beacuse of the pics of it on here :ahhhShhh, not in front of the Hunt'n Fisch :pok:
(https://i.postimg.cc/VLMCtFM6/IMG-20190313-175725.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4mfykVWk)Holy cow that is a gorgeous piece of crafted cutlery. :drool:
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Old Faithful for meI :like: that ezdog. :tu:
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Sent from my iPhone,dont expect too much
Thanks ezdog :hatsoff: for alerting me to the existence of these. I was able to pick this up a few days ago.
Another addition to the boot collection. :cheers:
Nice :like:Thanks :salute:
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Sweet lines in that grandfather Benchmade :salute:Thanks GG :cheers:
New addition to the retro collection.
Pacific Cutlery Fer De Lance. A David E Steele design.
Wonderful addition to your collection. :like:Thanks Aloha. I have been after one of these for a really long time as they're super hard to find. :cheers:
Great score! Haven't seen one of those in many years!Thanks David. :salute:
Cold Steel Tai Pan San Mai 111. Japan made. VG1
I always thought that was a cool looking dagger. :like:Thanks Nix. :salute:
Awesome! :tu:Thanks gf 1983. :salute:
Very pretty.....always sorry I never got to the higher end CS fixed blades before my collecting days were interrupted :salute:Thanks GG :salute:
Size comparison in a group shot.
Sargent (SET) M3
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Sargent (SET) M3Beauty :tu:
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Nice collection! :2tu::like:
Speaking of size comparison…
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Beauty :tu:
Looks like a different way the dangler is attached.
:like:
That’s certainly the long and the short of it.
That swedge looks a bit different than the one I had, what vintage is that one? Has the blade been changed since the CarbonV blade?
Mine is the current model Trail Master San Mai III. The San Mai version is different from the "regular" Trail Master because where the regular Trail Masters are made of solid (1 layer) steel, the San Mai versions are laminated (three layers of steel).Ok thanks, yeah mine was late 80's. :cheers:
Size comparison in a group shot.
8) :like:Thank You David :salute:
Sargent (SET) M3
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:iagree::rofl: county brought out for us because it's a nice climate controlled place to rehab. I kinda wish we could've used the showers :P
:pok: is he still in the decontamination chamber :dunno:.
SET & Fallbrook Forge blade handled by Polish puukko maker Pawel Michalski (https://www.facebook.com/pawelmichalskicustomknives/):like: Nice blade and handle.
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New stuff arrived::like:
(https://i.imgur.com/W9pFIiL.jpg)
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What vintage is that from. I think I’ve seen them in my old Blade magazines.
Great knives sak60. The double edged blade has an interesting cant to the blade. Being a double edge I would think it would be aligned bow to stern. Awesome looking big time.Thanks. Feels really good though and nothing un-natural. :cheers:
A recent snap of my 'goblin-stopper'; an Al Mar 'Special Forces' bowie:
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Latest arrival.
Pacific Cutlery Fer de Lance. A double edge version with some use on it, but a nice full blade.
Buck Special 119 3 line ‘73-‘80.
I've probably shown this before. It's my only Randall and I love it:
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Good looking Randall! :like:Thank you! :hatsoff:
I've probably shown this before. It's my only Randall and I love it:
I've probably shown this before. It's my only Randall and I love it:That's a beauty FB :like:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/5730/31282383475_763208bc31.jpg)
Great additions to your pile sak60! :like: :like:Thanks David :cheers:
I think that is the coolest Randall I have ever seen FB! :like: :tu: :tu:
That's a beauty FB :like:
I like the lines on that 70s Buck. The blade is sexier IMO. The fuller and what appears to be more of an upswept tip. I dig the grind quite a bit too. Both are super nice just a bit of a nod to the 70s one.:iagree: :cheers:
I've probably shown this before. It's my only Randall and I love it:
You should. It's a fixed-blade classic, for sure!! :like:Thank you eTripper! :cheers:
Here are two Ek Commando Bowies
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Those are nice VM! :like:
Here are two Ek Commando BowiesVery nice :tu:
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Very nice :tu:
I always liked the Walnut handle with checkering version but have only ever had the micarta.
1972 Buck 120 with inverted stamp.
This one has definitely been used a bit.
Nice Buck SAK60! Like that blade! 8) :like:Thanks David :cheers:
My brother decided to sell this Randall Sergeant and made me a good deal.
Really cool stuff sak60 :cheers:Thanks CeHo :hatsoff:
Alexandr Afonchenko 1-off hi-tech puukko in 3V with Titanium bolster::like:
(http://www.pmgallery.pl/pmhosting/afo_tool_web.jpg)
Alexandr Afonchenko 1-off hi-tech puukko in 3V with Titanium bolster::drool:
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Did a deal with the The Lone Wanderer for this Esee. I love the color as GREEN is my favorite. I've been carrying it since and its just about the perfect size for everyday. No paracord wrap for me tho. It really doesn't need it IMO.
A couple of Randall skinners.Nice Randall’s :tu:
The top is a model 20 Yukon Skinner and the bottom is a model 21 Little Game.
(https://i.imgur.com/XDQsgzi.jpg)Nice necker. :tu:
A couple of Randall skinners.
The top is a model 20 Yukon Skinner and the bottom is a model 21 Little Game.
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my Impofu should fit in this thread...
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my Impofu should fit in this thread...CR makes some of the best knives out there. This is one of them! :tu: :cheers:
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Here's a pic of my Ka-Bar in D2 steel. No longer made, but an 'oldie but a goodie'.:like:
(https://i.imgur.com/ER3qEAA.jpg)
Here's a pic of my Ka-Bar in D2 steel. No longer made, but an 'oldie but a goodie'.That is a nice one. :like: :tu:
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Nice blades everyone.Very nice...I carry mine out hiking and my Triathlete is my daily carry! :tu:
These are two of Randall's most popular models.The larger Trapper and the Pathfinder.
I optioned these with the combination of Stag and leather handles.
Very nice...I carry mine out hiking and my Triathlete is my daily carry! :tu:
That Triathlete is a nice skeleton blade,congrats.I had planned on a handle this summer but I had to get a ProMaster van and making it into a travel/live in van. So that got put on hold. What I would like is something like this...
Have you placed a handle on it or wrapped it with paracord?
I like the second one better.I'm not fond of sub hilt designs.The Alaskan is a nice looking knife.
That would be similar to a non-catalog Randall that I own, a model 11 Alaskan Skinner 3".
:like:
Didn’t know that. Just that model?
This one is model #1272 discontinued in the early, or mid-90's, most of their 'flagship' line of Marine Kabars are still being manufactured. Made in D2 steel, this one is a serious zombie-stopper. :o :D:salute:
I like the second one better.I'm not fond of sub hilt designs.
That would be similar to a non-catalog Randall that I own, a model 11 Alaskan Skinner 3".
Not a great photo, but here is my Becker BK9-Nice Becker’s :cheers:
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Here it is with my BK16. Obviously I have modified them -
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Not a great photo, but here is my Becker BK9-
Here it is with my BK16. Obviously I have modified them
He's my JM2 with usual work carry.Nice JumpMaster! :cheers:
He's my JM2 with usual work carry.
Thanks. I am really impressed with the JM2. Its no surprise how well it cuts I am more interested in how well H1 does over all. I am very happy overall.Moving back to Florida and being around the salt water is the reason I am following your test reviews on the JM. Thanks :cheers:
My little-big one's :hatsoff:Like that M1 a whole lot. The M390 steel is very good from what I have been reading. :tu:
Guardian G3 and Lionsteel M1
Izula on kitchen prep duty. Sorry if raw chicken grosses you out. I was getting these ready for a marinade.
My little-big one's :hatsoff::like:
Guardian G3 and Lionsteel M1
Like that M1 a whole lot. The M390 steel is very good from what I have been reading. :tu:
Yes, great steel! Easy to sharpen, maybe not so great on a strop (i think it's hard to maintain sharpness with only strop). But edge retention is really good and it does not chip easilyI have only heard very good things about this steel. It’s on my radar now! :cheers:
Izula on kitchen prep duty. Sorry if raw chicken grosses you out. I was getting these ready for a marinade.The chicken never had a chance did it. :D
The chicken never had a chance did it. :D
My little-big one's :hatsoff:
Guardian G3 and Lionsteel M1
here is my collection, still have a few more not pictured here(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190903/825635bec298ae20a88097f35ebe11f8.jpg)
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:iagree:thanks :like:
Couple nice ones. :like:
Mercy sakes that's quite a collection! :o :like:
here is my collection, still have a few more not pictured here(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190903/825635bec298ae20a88097f35ebe11f8.jpg)Oh wow...now that is a collection! :cheers:
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BK11Nice! :like:
The chicken never had a chance did it. :D
Bought this Russell butcher knife at Bents Fort.:like:
:like: :cheers:Thanks :hatsoff:
Custom from HackerForgedKnives.
80CrV2 3/16 tapered tang 41/2” blade.
that looks really goodThanks styx :salute:
Custom from HackerForgedKnives.
80CrV2 3/16 tapered tang 41/2” blade.
Nice one Andrew ! :like:
Good looking knife! :like:Steve & David Thank you.
Custom from HackerForgedKnives.
80CrV2 3/16 tapered tang 41/2” blade.
NICE :cheers:Thanks. It’s Micarta. :salute:
Great and very tough steel....is the handle micarta or Tuffnol?
Great pics Vadim. Terrific knifes as well and that hatchet looks great too.Thank you! :hatsoff:
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Great knives and pics Vadim and Spuds! :like:Thanks David!
Mora Companion
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:like:
Which do you prefer, the inner tube or the wrap on the handles?
Inner tube. I resurfaced the scales on a BK16 and it has worked well. I am thinking about doing the same with the BK9.Thanks :hatsoff:
(https://i.imgur.com/Esag2wc.jpg?2)Nice duo for sure :cheers:
Thanks :hatsoff:
Here is the handle on my BK16 that I "fixed."Nice blade geometry :cheers:
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191216/b36c95a3781d05719e5e34d807a65615.jpg)Nice photo! :like: :cheers:
Here is the handle on my BK16 that I "fixed.":tu:
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My fixie from Maverick CustomsLooks like a handy little blade :tu:
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:tu: :like::iagree: :like:
Looks like a handy little blade :tu:
Very nice Vic :like:
My best friend gave me this Christmas gift, the Western L36 Fixed blade at the top of this picture yesterday.That’s nice of him! :cheers:
As you can see , it is the big brother of the other 2 Western fixed blades that I got new in the 1960's.
It brings back a lot of good memories of the large Western knife displays that used to be in Sporting Goods and hardware stores when I was growing up.(see last picture)
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That’s nice of him! :cheers:
Those are nice Westerns VM! :tu: :like: Always thought the L36 was a good looking knife.
The older kid just bought the little guy a gerber strongarm for xmas today, I’m kinda jealous, but if anything I know the kid ain’t ever going to take his hands off it all during xmas break!
JR
Nice gift! :like: :tu: :tu:I’m kinda jealous!
Actually it was nice of her! :D:hatsoff:
Congrats on your new Western Vman ! :like: :tu:
Here are a couple of Buck Waterfowlers.Those are nice as is the shotgun! :like: :cheers:
Been using the Izula II lately.
Been using the Izula II lately.Those are nice! :like: :cheers:
@VICMAN, those are some nice Westerns. Nice gift from her :tu:. I picked one up a little while ago and its a great knife. They have a great classic look to them.
Thanks Aloha! :like: :tu: :tu:Nice! What's the handle made of?
When I was growing up in the '50s and '60s Westerns were my favorite knife.
It was mainly because of this knife my Dad carried in WWII. It is my most prized knife.
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Nice! What's the handle made of?
Here are 4 photos of the handle....the knife has a full length full width tang and the white slabs appear to be plastic and it appers to be some type of fiber slabs between the white slabs and the tang.Looks very classy :like: And thanks for the close ups :cheers:
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Looks very classy :like: And thanks for the close ups :cheers:
Thanks Aloha! :like: :tu: :tu:That is a great family heirloom! :hatsoff:
When I was growing up in the '50s and '60s Westerns were my favorite knife.
It was mainly because of this knife my Dad carried in WWII. It is my most prized knife.
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That is a great family heirloom! :hatsoff:
Great close ups! :tu:
That is a great family heirloom! :hatsoff::iagree:
That is a great family heirloom! :hatsoff:
:iagree:
Lovely old knife. Quite singular too.
:iagree: whole heartily :tu: :like:!
Stunning Western from dad VICMAN. It is a wonderful heirloom with out a doubt as Ray said :salute:.
Here are two Buck 105 Pathfinders.The Stag handled one is a two line reverse stamp,which dates it to 1968-1972.
The second 105 is a recent production incorporating 5160 steel with brass accoutrements.
Here are two Buck 105 Pathfinders.The Stag handled one is a two line reverse stamp,which dates it to 1968-1972.
The second 105 is a recent production incorporating 5160 steel with brass accoutrements.
Nice looking stag :cheers:Thanks Ray.
Both are nice. It is interesting to note the subtle differences between the two. 8) :like:You're right David.In hand the differences are not as subtle as perceived in the picture.
Very nice Pathfinders toolguy! :like: :tu: :tu:Thanks Vman.
That's one wicked blade RR,congrats.Thanks and that is a very nice model 11 - love the Nickle Silver options! I went with the Nickle Silver on my Woodsman. :cheers:
This is a Randall Made Model 11 Alaskan Skinner.
The options are as follows:
Stainless steel blade.
Thumb notches.
Nickel silver single hilt.
Silver and red spacers.
India Sambar Stag handles.
Nickel silver butt cap.
The S.P.E.W.:like:
Folts is starting to grow on me as the best small pocket knife designer out there. CRKT makes all his designs very affordable but nice to know he will make them in better steel.
That's one wicked blade RR,congrats.Lovely :hatsoff:
This is a Randall Made Model 11 Alaskan Skinner.
The options are as follows:
Stainless steel blade.
Thumb notches.
Nickel silver single hilt.
Silver and red spacers.
India Sambar Stag handles.
Nickel silver butt cap.
That's one wicked blade RR,congrats.
This is a Randall Made Model 11 Alaskan Skinner.
The options are as follows:
Stainless steel blade.
Thumb notches.
Nickel silver single hilt.
Silver and red spacers.
India Sambar Stag handles.
Nickel silver butt cap.
That's one wicked blade RR,congrats.
This is a Randall Made Model 11 Alaskan Skinner.
The options are as follows:
Stainless steel blade.
Thumb notches.
Nickel silver single hilt.
Silver and red spacers.
India Sambar Stag handles.
Nickel silver butt cap.
Thanks and that is a very nice model 11 - love the Nickle Silver options! I went with the Nickle Silver on my Woodsman. :cheers:
:like:Thanks you sir.
Splinters shouldn’t be a problem. :D
Lovely :hatsoff:
Very nice :tu:Thank you Clemens.
That's a sweet one TG! Love the red tint in the stag.Thanks David it does have a unique appearance.
This is a Randall Denmark Special.The Denmark Specials are nice! :like: :cheers:
Randall refers to this as a non-catalog item and it has a 4 1/2" blade made from 3/16 stock.
The specs are as follows:
Stainless steel blade.
Thumb notches.
Single nickel silver hilt.
Black and silver spacers.
India Sambar Stag handle.
Aluminum butt cap.
Awesome TG, and very unique for a Randall.
:like:
The Denmark Specials are nice! :like: :cheers:
My brother decided to sell this Randall and he knew I liked it. I traded my other Randall for this one. Randall #5 with 6" O1 blade and stag handle.Very nice :tu:
My brother decided to sell this Randall and he knew I liked it. I traded my other Randall for this one. Randall #5 with 6" O1 blade and stag handle.A nice one! :drool:
My brother decided to sell this Randall and he knew I liked it. I traded my other Randall for this one. Randall #5 with 6" O1 blade and stag handle.
My brother decided to sell this Randall and he knew I liked it. I traded my other Randall for this one. Randall #5 with 6" O1 blade and stag handle.
Here are mine, minus my Kabar that live in my truck.
Very nice :tu:
A nice one! :drool:
That's a beauty! :like:
A No 5 is a 'wish list' knife for sure!
Very nice looking Randall there David.
Congratulations.
I chop and change between the Dozier Personal and the Izula II - today is the Izula's turn:rofl: :rofl:
I chop and change between the Dozier Personal and the Izula II - today is the Izula's turn
Carried this over the weekend.Nice :tu:
Bowhunting this morning... this always seems to be the knife I take with me (along with a buck field dressing kit). Today was a bust... I'll be out again this weekend.Well good luck this weekend! :cheers:
Doing backup duty -my Triathlete
Nice knives guys! :tu: :like:Mora makes great knives for sure! Enjoy :cheers:
Just got my Mora Kansbol Multi-mount :cheers:
First impressions is this thing is sharp, handle feels very good in the hand and the multi-mount system seems very handy :like:
:drool: both knives fellas.Thanks :cheers:
8) Randall! :like:Thanks David - it is a keeper for sure! :cheers:
Mora makes great knives for sure! Enjoy :cheers:
Can't wait to test it :cheers:Let us know :cheers: :popcorn:
Getting more used to this sucker in preparation for the Nessmuk challenge.Wow, that is one work horse of a knife :cheers:
In 80-90 odd years in my family, it has been a butcher knife, misused as a paint scraper and pry bar, and by me as a proper field knife and kitchen tool. Fits in a leather Kabar sheath just fine--I need to pick up a couple of them before I do this challenge.
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Let us know :cheers: :popcorn:
Doing backup duty -my TriathleteYour Triathlete sees some action Ray - love it :like:
Nice knives guys! :tu: :like::like:
Just got my Mora Kansbol Multi-mount :cheers:
First impressions is this thing is sharp, handle feels very good in the hand and the multi-mount system seems very handy :like:
I guess I am a Folts fan :whistle:No Folt in that. :D
While the Minimalist is my favorite - I love the handle of the S.P.E.W. :dunno:
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I like the idea of the multi mount system. The way Survival Russia wears it seems quite useful.
Bowhunting this morning... this always seems to be the knife I take with me (along with a buck field dressing kit). Today was a bust... I'll be out again this weekend.
I have to check that out, thanks :
:salute:
No Folt in that. :D:rofl:
Nice knives. :cheers:
How did you do?Love that Randall Woodsman! :cheers: :hatsoff:
I had a good season,although I didn't spend as much time afield as I would have liked.
:rofl:
That was great :like: :cheers:
https://youtu.be/DUKDwIWZeTE
Today’s cargo pocket carry:like:
Today’s cargo pocket carryNice choice :tu:
So true...it is also the one design I have wanted to be done in a custom format with better steel.
You could get an Alan Folts original Minimalist :tu: :pok:Yes, that is who I would go with. I think his are starting at $150 but well worth it. :tu:
Yes, that is who I would go with. I think his are starting at $150 but well worth it. :tu:
And he is I think about a 2 hour drive away from me. :cheers:
That is very cool :like: If you decide to get one and go straight to the maker feel free to post some pics of his shop if he lets you :popcorn: :tu:Will do! :cheers:
This is a Randall GTR Special.It was designed by Gary T. Randall,Bo's son.I do like that one! :cheers:
It sports a 3.5" blade crafted from 3/16" stainless steel.
The S.P.E.W.:like:
Today’s fixieNice one Ray :like:
Nice one Ray :like:Thank you :cheers:
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Thanks Ray.
The first picture is one of the two knives when it was received from Stone.
The second picture is the final product after I worked on it.
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:iagree: :tu:+1 :hatsoff:
Nice one Ray :like:Thanks! :cheers:
Izula II with SanRenMu 7010 and monocular
Brought the Ek out for a check up.Sweet :like:
TRC South Pole on a frozen field, just where it belongs:Nice one :like: :cheers:
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(https://i.imgur.com/UtU4XElh.jpg)Oh boy, :drool: :tu:
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Oh boy, :drool: :tu:Wow :like:
1973 Puma model 6399That looks interesting :like: Is it sharp on the spine as well?
Wow, that is a great looking knife...I kinda like the very small teeth on the bottom. :like: :cheers:Thanks Ray. Makes sharpening a bit tricky. I’m probably going to get a sharpening rod of some sort to deal with the slight recurve too. :cheers:
Nice work with that knife. Good looking knife too.Thanks Aloha. Still trying different things with the edge. I had it too smooth to start with and it had no bite, since that pic I’ve got it a little better. :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/weibnnV.jpg):like:
Just kidding
(https://i.imgur.com/YQMoY3k.jpg)
This knife if awesome. You've got to really give it a thorough testing/beating.Thanks :salute Though I would probably beat on this one more as it’s already been used a bit. Same knife just different model # and Jacaranda handle.
:like:
That Benchmade looks very capable.
Thanks :salute Though I would probably beat on this one more as it’s already been used a bit. Same knife just different model # and Jacaranda handle.
1972 White Hunter.:salute:
:salute:Thanks. A clearance price would definitely be good. :cheers: I'm liking the stag though.
I was very lucky to get a stag handled White Hunter on a clearance sale a few years ago. Funny enough it was at a gun shop, one of the three gun shop my cousin and I used to visit most Fridays after school to drool over knives and leave fingerprints on their display cases.
When I got the knife, 30 years later, I realized how much that blade shape had imprinted on me :dd:
Today I don't think it's the best or most practical knife, but it might be one of the most beautiful designs ever :salute:
1972 White Hunter.
(https://i.imgur.com/vVCCDyVh.jpg)That is a nice knife :like: :drool: :2tu:
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(https://i.imgur.com/weibnnV.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/weibnnV.jpg)
Just kidding
(https://i.imgur.com/vVCCDyVh.jpg):think: interesting :tu: :like:
On to the sheath:
Thanks for letting me know they are coming out too small. What size do you guys find works best?
Nice job, I wish your pics weren't so small so we could see your work better :pok:
Nice sak60. What make is it?Thanks.
I really like that blade shape and finger groove :gimme:Thanks. :salute: It is very comfortable using the finger groove.
Cool color of scales too!
Thanks Aloha. It is. Needs a kydex sheath though I think.
I’d dip the sheath in water, wrap the knife in plastic wrap, insert the knife into sheath and wet mold around the handle. Better than kydex in my opinion.Ok thanks. I really should of made it to cover more of the handle.
Doing a bit of sharpening today
Ok thanks. I really should of made it to cover more of the handle.Nice job on the stitching! I like how the point at the end is more flat than pointy.
Doing a bit of sharpening todayNice Muela AW. :tu:
Doing a bit of sharpening today
Nice job on the stitching! I like how the point at the end is more flat than pointy.Thanks. I made that to carry it till I decided whether I would be keeping the knife.
:like:
I like more and more the smaller knives:like:
Love those Izulas - Dozier Personal is a beautiful little blade as well:like:
Doing a bit of sharpening today
Like that class Puma sak60! :like: Re-did the lanyards on my Al Mar's too. Not a good pic, due to the fact of no 'wide-angle-lense. But this will give you an idea:Thanks etripper :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/WyOwsnzh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/C376THVh.jpg)
Great job on all those lanyards :2tu:
I knew I missed a subject, our older son found this idk much on it besides it’s freaking big, that and the Mrs likes it because of the symbol is the same as the tv show “Charmed” and well the little guy likes it cause well it’s freaking huge!
JR
Looks like a replica seax I think :think::iagree: :tu:
I knew I missed a subject, our older son found this idk much on it besides it’s freaking big, that and the Mrs likes it because of the symbol is the same as the tv show “Charmed” and well the little guy likes it cause well it’s freaking huge!
JR
Yep that’s it, is it the real thing or a fake? Is there a way to tell?
JR
:like:. I always get a kick out of using whatever fixed blade I am carrying in the kitchen.
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:iagree:. Mesquite handles :tu:. Great lines on that knife.
Good looking knife Rocky! :like:Thanks, this has become one of my favorite knives. It is beautifully crafted. Mr. Moss also signed the knife on the brass bolster.
Great lines on that knife. :tu:
I can totally see why. Thats a real looker :drool:.Thanks David and Aloha
would have loved it more in 3v and around 59-60 hrc...
Sure we have the right knife for the job but the fun is using the knife you are carrying. Thats my take anyway. Great pics :like::iagree: Thanks
Did you see Esee came out with S35V options in other models? Who knows after those releases they may consider 3V? They said the came out with the S35V as s direct result of customers asking.
5 yo photo. I put them together for a week in the woods. This spring, yep, nopeNice group that should take care of any cutting needs. :like:
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I WANT TO GO FISHING!!
Sigh...
Good pic and knife! :like:
:like: Nice fixed Spyder:cheers:
IIRC that offering was well priced too. Good you can go out and fish. Its looks like a great blade for fishing or pretty much any food related chore.I’ve had this one for quite a while so I actually don’t remember the price point but it is definitely a great knife for any task in and around fishing, or even small game hunting.
Nice to see knives in use. :like: That ferro has seen some use too.Very nice. I love vintage knives.
Put a vintage Kabar to work in the kitchen this morning.
Put a vintage Kabar to work in the kitchen this morning.
I'm down to just this LTW for the moment.
I'm down to just this LTW for the moment.:like:
You know this is my favorite thing to do as well. Use whatever fixed blade you have in the kitchen :hatsoff:. Awesome knife too.Thanks. It’s no fun anymore using just a normal kitchen knife.
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Thanks. It’s no fun anymore using just a normal kitchen knife.
Wow! Thanks Steve :D
Off to the calendar with this one :tu:
Mora Robust and stainless steel Companion. If you ask me, the Robust has the perfect length and spine thickness for most tasks.:like:
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Mora Robust and stainless steel Companion. If you ask me, the Robust has the perfect length and spine thickness for most tasks.
well it does say utility:D Exactly. :cheers:
Does anyone have an Enzo / Brisa Bobtail? Can't find any meaningful reviews online. Looks like an odd blend of kitchen, bushcraft and puukko knife. Nice size by the looks of it.
Yeah Eric does, ask him. :tu: https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,37741.msg2108669.html#msg2108669
Fox Fairbairn Sykes Dagger:like: Nice dagger.
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Ka-Bar WrenchI’ve been wondering about those?? Look cool!
Hubectus. Ideal for EDC :cheers::D :like:
Ka-Bar Wrench:like:
Here’s another that hasn’t seen much use lately. I won this Morakniv here at MTO several years ago.
I took it camping a few times and it performed great. It was used and abused for everything. Only damage was to the handle when I was batoning some fire wood and missed the spine once. Oops!
It has been just setting in a box for a few years now. Time has come to dig it out and use it around the house. Basement and out in yard.
My wife bought me this Buck 691, or the Buck Zipper. She got for me in 2001, in anticipation of me going deer hunting with her dad.Indiana eh? Nice to meet a fellow Hoosier :like: nice Buck as well
Well.... things didn’t really go that direction. Haha
I mean, we went and I watched him field dress a deer. However, as it worked out, I just never got around to hunting myself. Love deer meat, I just am not an early morning, set in a tree kind of guy. Haha. Especially on those frigid Indiana mornings!! LOL
So... the knife has sat in a box, unused, all these years. Well, I dug it out and will start using it around the house, especially in the kitchen. I figure the gut hook will be great as a package opener. Haha
Might have to have a go at making a kydex sheath for it as I don’t care for the included nylon sheath.
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Indiana eh? Nice to meet a fellow Hoosier :like: nice Buck as wellBorn and raised. Now I live in KY...
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Nice fixed blades Vadim.
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Nice fixed blades Vadim.
Here’s another that hasn’t seen much use lately. I won this Morakniv here at MTO several years ago.Nice Sheath!!!
I took it camping a few times and it performed great. It was used and abused for everything. Only damage was to the handle when I was batoning some fire wood and missed the spine once. Oops!
It has been just setting in a box for a few years now. Time has come to dig it out and use it around the house. Basement and out in yard.
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Looking good.Thanks :cheers:
:like: And a lovely one it is.Thank you Aloha! :cheers:
A Case fixed blade:
Very nice Case FB! :like: :tu: :tu:Thank you Vicman! :cheers:
I like that sheath! :cheers:
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A small pocket blade, made by a portuguese knife maker.
My latest fixed blade is a new-to-me Jaakaripuukko.
Handy knife and great view :like:Thanks RF52 :tu: :cheers:
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Handy knife and great view :like:
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Beautiful scenery Echotech! I now have a red Eldris like yours, I love it!Thanks FB, they’re great aren’t they. I watched a few YouTube video reviews and was sold, been most impressed :tu:
Thanks FB, they’re great aren’t they. I watched a few YouTube video reviews and was sold, been most impressed :tu:
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Planning on a red one myself on weds. and either the blue or gray Light version:like: I’ve been even more impressed than I was expecting DTL and was pretty sure it was going to be good.
That looks exceptionally handy! :like:It's not bad at all for such a small knife at about 6.25 inches total length and 2.50 of that is blade. The lanyard is helping. I carry at the 5:00 o'clock position with the sheath hanging down into my back pocket, and I think it would be better if it had a dangler added to the sheath so it would hang lower into my pocket so I'm looking into buying or making one. :cheers:
:2tu: Couple of nice ones. I hope to find a Green River one day. Love the style of those.Thanks! Yeah, I really like the spear point design. Good steel, too.
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Catching up. WOW m47. Thats some wonderfulness happening. :salute:
Nice options for carry Alan. My partner likes to carry hers as a neck knife. Its such a nice little knife and I like the color on yours.It is a nice little knife. It is more capable than many people want to give it credit for and I fully plan to carry it and try to use it extensively when the challenges are over. :cheers: