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Title: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on May 23, 2019, 04:34:13 PM
Arrrrrgh!

(https://media3.giphy.com/media/UkxtvPV44MhA4/giphy.gif)



I’m setting up a Fall Follow-up Fixed blade challenge for 01-30 September. Choose yer knife and get ye ready!

(https://i.imgur.com/PMSFWQ3.jpg)



Last February we ran a 30-day Fixed Blade challenge.  Those of us who did the challenge had a lot of fun and really enjoyed carrying our simple, old-school, reliable, fixed-blade knives. The February challenge was fun, but it was a Winter challenge which may have limited the outdoor uses a bit, I have a feeling a Fall challenge could be even more fun.

February Fixie Challenge (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,80375.0/topicseen.html)

We’re starting this challenge thread well in advance so that MTo’ers can sign up and pencil it in to their calendars. Sound off if you are interested...and let's get this one in the books!

Folders are great, convenient, and, socially speaking, a bit more acceptable, but there is just something special about a fixed blade knife.  I think the February challenge demonstrated that well. After that challenge was done, a bunch of us knew we would want to run it again, and some people who couldn’t do the February challenge wanted to join in a later follow-up fixie challenge. September was suggested, and this challenge was hatched.

Rules:

1. Post a picture of a fixed blade knife for 30 consecutive days, starting on 01 September 2019.  That’s it.   :tu: 

There are no size restrictions or limitations, it just has to be a knife that isn't a folder. (Save those machetes and cutlasses for another challenge, however, this is a knife challenge.)

Use your fixed blade knife as often as you can. Carry it when you can. However, please, don’t break any local laws by carrying a prohibited knife where you might get arrested. If you do get arrested, a few shots from jail will count as your daily posts. Post when you can.

Do let us know how that knife is working for you. When could you carry it?  And when could you not carry it?  (Because not being able to carry a knife or tool is a serious limitation of that tool, in my opinion.) What do you like or dislike?  Most of awl, join in and have a little fun.

Don’t have a fixed blade EDC knife? This may be an opportunity to fix that. Get one and run the challenge!

Some potential participants may worry about being limited to using just a fixed blade knife for 30 days. Don’t sweat it. I’ll be carrying the same fixed blade every day, all day, morning to night. That’s the way I roll in a challenge. But, I'll likely carry a SAK as well—I don’t like to be caught without my T&T.  :D  Carry whatever you need to, but the fixie should be your primary tool.

So, use those fixies as much as possible, but if the fixed blade knife can't do the job and another tool is required, explain in a post why your fixie wasn't up to the job. Such feedback and experience may help other people make informed tool choices later on.

Pretty simple challenge. But, then, fixies are pretty simple tools. And fun!    
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on May 23, 2019, 04:35:58 PM
Fall Fixie Participants:

01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on May 23, 2019, 05:02:08 PM
 :drool:  Do I have to stick with one, or I could rotate between a few...I got lured into Choptober, and now this...man, this is a new level of enabling altogether.  :facepalm:


Fall Fixie Participants:

01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
02- Comis
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on May 23, 2019, 06:49:23 PM
I might be persuaded to give it a go again :salute:

01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
02- Comis
03 - RF52 (might be a neck knife this time)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on May 23, 2019, 08:01:37 PM
Comis, you can rotate between Fixies. Not a problem. For my part I like to stick with one and see how it does over a month. Plenty of guys will be switching between fixies to suit their needs and get some experience with different knives. Always nice to hear how your different knives compare.   :tu:

RF52, glad to see you back!    :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on May 23, 2019, 09:55:49 PM
The last fixie challenge was fun so why not do it again

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on May 23, 2019, 10:47:41 PM
 :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on May 24, 2019, 05:23:03 PM
Comis, you can rotate between Fixies. Not a problem. For my part I like to stick with one and see how it does over a month. Plenty of guys will be switching between fixies to suit their needs and get some experience with different knives. Always nice to hear how your different knives compare.   :tu:

RF52, glad to see you back!    :cheers:


I will see what best/fun to do, but the Ka-Bar Kephart is definitely on the list right now.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on May 25, 2019, 03:49:33 PM
01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
02- Comis
03 - RF52 (might be a neck knife this time)
04 - Styx

went with the Leuku last time, might go smaller this time around
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on May 25, 2019, 07:23:06 PM
 :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on May 25, 2019, 07:23:52 PM
Stoked to have you join up, styx!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 26, 2019, 04:34:02 AM
 :like: I'm in with my Puukko!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on May 26, 2019, 11:20:53 AM
Stoked to have you join up, styx!  :tu:

it's actually a rather easy challenge since i don't have classes and shouldn't have exams in september
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on May 26, 2019, 12:36:57 PM
:like: I'm in with my Puukko!

I love Puukko too!  Barry, great to see you joining!   :tu: :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on May 26, 2019, 12:38:53 PM
it's actually a rather easy challenge since i don't have classes and shouldn't have exams in september


which means more time to play with knives?  :pok: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on May 26, 2019, 03:13:26 PM
01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
02- Comis
03 - RF52 (might be a neck knife this time)
04 - Styx
05 - Barry R

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on May 28, 2019, 12:24:44 PM

which means more time to play with knives?  :pok: :tu:

yup
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 10, 2019, 05:51:11 PM
ye. i'm still looking at what to use for this and the fixie challenge. soon my exams should be done so that might give me more chances to decide


I'm still waiting to get that custom I spoke of earlier.....  :poh: :wait:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on June 10, 2019, 06:19:08 PM

I'm still waiting to get that custom I spoke of earlier.....  :poh: :wait:

Nix, what is it?  A leak photo will be nice... :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 10, 2019, 07:46:55 PM
It's an American-made Puukko. Which means it's not a real Puukko, just someone's interpretation of a Puukko. And....right now....it's just a dream.......
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on June 10, 2019, 09:18:43 PM
We still want to see pics :pok:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 10, 2019, 09:50:58 PM
Hasn't been made yet......

I sort of forget what I ordered....18 months ago..... :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 10, 2019, 09:54:05 PM
The issue here is that the maker was having a hard time getting the 52100 steel that was requested. Then he got a bit back logged. (And now I wonder if he remember that he still has to make it for me.......)

I thought I'd send him another email at the end of June. I'll ask him if it will be ready by the end of August.  Last time I asked he said "soon", but that was a couple months ago.....  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 10, 2019, 10:21:15 PM
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on June 11, 2019, 07:56:54 AM
The issue here is that the maker was having a hard time getting the 52100 steel that was requested. Then he got a bit back logged. (And now I wonder if he remember that he still has to make it for me.......)

I thought I'd send him another email at the end of June. I'll ask him if it will be ready by the end of August.  Last time I asked he said "soon", but that was a couple months ago.....  :facepalm:

Sorry to hear that, I love Puukko knives, especially those with true scandi grinds, sometimes they might not be best for kitchen chore, but definitely my favorite for outdoor/camping/bushcraft use. 

I think that's the dilemma about ordering from a custom maker/small production house, the item could be unique and personalized, but the long anticipation could be frustrating.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 11, 2019, 05:04:22 PM
Very true.

And I'm not actually as frustrated as I might sound. I'm still hopeful that I'll receive the new 'Puukko' in time for this challenge. If not, I have options... :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on June 27, 2019, 07:06:53 AM
i'd like to try this too
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on June 27, 2019, 12:56:01 PM
 :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 27, 2019, 02:22:21 PM
01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
02- Comis
03 - RF52 (might be a neck knife this time)
04 - Styx
05 - Barry R
06 - Humayd A R Mahomedy
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 27, 2019, 02:23:07 PM
Obi1, you want to join in for another fixed blade challenge?   :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on June 27, 2019, 02:43:10 PM
Obi1, you want to join in for another fixed blade challenge?   :pok:

Im doing Traditional folder but i join yyou guys for fun  :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on June 27, 2019, 08:45:35 PM
 :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on June 28, 2019, 03:07:31 PM
 :woohoo:  That's the spirit! :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on June 30, 2019, 07:30:23 PM
that's gonna be fun
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on July 01, 2019, 12:34:34 AM
September should work for me, I wanted to do the February challenge but opted out in favor of the Toughtool challenge :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on July 01, 2019, 12:48:10 AM
Glad to have you join in, Greg!    :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on July 06, 2019, 12:11:06 AM
I did this last time with the Buck 101, a Brusletto and i think one Mora saw daylight, it's only fair i give the rest a turn this time  :tu:

01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
02- Comis
03 - RF52 (might be a neck knife this time)
04 - Styx
05 - Barry R
06 - Humayd A R Mahomedy
07 - Obi1shinobee
08 - Greg Jones
09 - Borg (a different Mora every day)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on July 06, 2019, 12:31:58 AM
Oh, my.....  :o

I look forward to this!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 06, 2019, 01:38:49 AM
Me too!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on July 06, 2019, 05:40:03 AM
I'd like to sign up too.  Not much of a fixed blade guy, but I never go anywhere without a necker/boot knife/pocket fixed blade.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on July 06, 2019, 12:55:51 PM
Thanks for making me official Borg :cheers:

I don't think I'll stick with one knife for this one though, I'd rather mix it up  :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on July 06, 2019, 01:50:37 PM
 :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on July 06, 2019, 02:32:31 PM
The Fall Fixie list is starting to look like fun..... :tu:

01- Nix (with a yet to be determined fixed blade, hopefully a custom that hasn't been delivered yet.....)
02- comis
03 - RF52 (might be a neck knife this time)
04 - Styx
05 - Barry R.
06 - Humayd A R Mahomedy
07 - Obi1shinobee
08 - Greg Jones (with a mix of fixies)
09 - Borg (a different Mora every day)
10 - PitCarver (with a pocket fixie or necker)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on July 31, 2019, 04:26:23 PM
when we start??  :think:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on July 31, 2019, 04:27:18 PM
I throw in T4 leatherman giveaway , send someone dont want it..  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on July 31, 2019, 04:45:14 PM
when we start??  :think:

01 September 2019!

I'm stoked to get back to a fixed blade.  :cheers:

And that's a cool prize for a GAW!   :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 31, 2019, 09:58:27 PM
It's going to be a great time!  Very generous Obi!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on August 01, 2019, 12:14:47 AM
 :iagree: nice one Obi  :hatsoff:

Only 1 month to go  :cheers:

Frost and Eriksson ready to go, the KJ was badly needing attention so spent a bit of time on it sanding till i found a nice grain then a good coating of BLO finished it off nicely, the little classic just got a tidy up, shows signs of wear but that's ok, i have worse  :D

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48426357997_ce99c2b778_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: cody6268 on August 01, 2019, 12:28:19 AM
 :like:  Need to get some older Moras. The leather sheath that comes with that fishing knife is very well made!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on August 01, 2019, 01:34:54 AM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on August 01, 2019, 01:31:37 PM
Zoidberg just claim his T4  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh ahhahaha oh well i buy another for GAW .. NO WORRY  :salute:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on August 01, 2019, 02:30:41 PM
Oh, that sneaky zoidy!   :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on August 01, 2019, 11:47:56 PM
:like:  Need to get some older Moras. The leather sheath that comes with that fishing knife is very well made!

Very well made yes  :tu:  I really like the plastic Morakniv sheaths too but i have to say i don't feel the same about the old button sheaths for the wooden handled classics, in an ideal world i would change them out for leather
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on August 02, 2019, 02:35:23 PM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on August 26, 2019, 06:06:32 PM
Almost time  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on August 27, 2019, 01:45:05 AM
I'm looking forward to this!  :tu:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on August 30, 2019, 01:48:52 PM
Back from Vacation , REady for september  :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on August 30, 2019, 02:48:15 PM
 :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on August 30, 2019, 02:53:05 PM
Normally I choose and use one (1) knife or tool for a challenge, however, for this challenge, I think I'm going to rotate through a few different fixed blades. In the last fixie challenge I stuck with my Ulu for the whole 30 days. That was a good experience, and the Ulu may show up again during this challenge, but I think I'll rotate in other knives.

Earlier I had mentioned that I was waiting for a long-overdue custom from a US knife maker. He finally got back to me and said he expected to ship it out this week. So, that one may make an appearance, too. He normally ships a knife with a sheath, but I'm not sure about this one (who can remember the details from two years ago?). So I may ned up making a sheath for the new knife during the course of this challenge, too.   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on August 30, 2019, 07:02:48 PM
ohh that's exciting
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on August 30, 2019, 10:20:02 PM
You have to post pics when you get it :popcorn:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 01, 2019, 04:05:16 AM
Almost there!! :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 01, 2019, 05:40:07 AM
 :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 01, 2019, 08:51:06 AM
Day 1: choosing what to take from the humble collection

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48657394486_fae7b95176_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h8FSbA)2019-09-01_08-49-10 (https://flic.kr/p/2h8FSbA)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 01, 2019, 09:45:16 AM
Day 1

Hi, everyone!  Glad to be able to join you all in this challenge.

First day, wanna show you my trusted Mora Bushcraft survival.  Got this knife many years ago, and had been my one of my most trusted outdoor knives ever since. 

It has a good ferro rod and sharpening stone on the sheath, and the knife is perfect balanced at where the index finger is.  Combined with a nicely contoured soft handle, I could use this knife hours at end, and never blistered.  I put bright red duct tape all over it, since this is one thing I absolutely don't want to lose in the woods.

(https://i.imgur.com/ETCUHud.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 01, 2019, 11:39:17 AM
Day 1: choosing what to take from the humble collection

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48657394486_fae7b95176_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h8FSbA)2019-09-01_08-49-10 (https://flic.kr/p/2h8FSbA)

Go with leuku  :popcorn:
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 01, 2019, 11:45:31 AM
DAY 1

Lazy sunday morning  :whistle: :whistle:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 01, 2019, 12:20:06 PM
DAY 1

Lazy sunday morning  :whistle: :whistle:

Lionsteel fixed blade, cool!  Is it M390 steel?  How's it doing?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 01, 2019, 12:22:10 PM
Day 1

I think this will be my go to for the challenge (with the odd sentimental guest)
My only Kneck knife with a sheath that allows many carry options
It's an older CRKT, etched on the blade is Carson Design F4-12, using Google it comes up as vintage I know It's been a number of years since I bought it, but Vintage  :dunno:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 01, 2019, 12:23:47 PM
Day 1: choosing what to take from the humble collection

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48657394486_fae7b95176_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h8FSbA)2019-09-01_08-49-10 (https://flic.kr/p/2h8FSbA)

Nice group to choose from  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 01, 2019, 12:26:20 PM
comis
Great choice, and one more I'd like to own :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 01, 2019, 12:27:34 PM
DAY 1

Lazy sunday morning  :whistle: :whistle:

Love lazy Sundays, and your choice :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 01, 2019, 12:31:17 PM
Lionsteel fixed blade, cool!  Is it M390 steel?  How's it doing?

Of course it is  :whistle:
Great knife! I have smaller hands so it's full 4 finger handle, good ergonomics, easy to sharpen, hard to get dull, small sheath so it is easy to carry.
I love it!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 01, 2019, 12:55:07 PM
Good start everyone  :tu:

Day 1

Little one to start off with, a nice Sunday knife,

F.M.Mattsson (Frost Matts Mattsson), company started in 1865 making things from brass,  bells, brooches,  bits for Mora clocks etc then soon moved onto making taps and faucets, in 1917 they started producing knives and that continued till 1961 when they decided to cease knife production and concentrate on taps, they were after all the first to introduce ceramic seals, frost proof garden valves, soft closing lever mixers and thermostatic mixing valves so they know their stuff, company still in business today.

Another maker K.J Eriksson which had been in the business since 1912 didn't want any other company to benefit from the closure of the FMM knife factory so bought the whole factory stock, workshop and tools in 1962.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48657978331_931ac51a92_z.jpg)

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 01, 2019, 02:11:42 PM
Nice choices guys :like:

Day 1:

Got a couple of neck knives ready for the month :tu:
CRKT Minimalist and CRKT Cordite Compact
The Minimalist will be my work carry because the handle is easier to clean considering the dirty environment it will be in.
The Cordite will be after work and weekend carry(might take some other knife out if I'm out for a longer time in the woods)

Never carried a neck knife so this will be interesting :cheers:

No uses today as we are in the middle of a thunderstorm right now.
Had to run home from the woods with my dog earlier :rofl:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190901/9733771911175e6e4e3e26c9626ef711.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 01, 2019, 02:15:01 PM
 :like:  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 01, 2019, 02:46:38 PM
Oooh, lovely start, guys!  :like:

This is going to be a fun challenge, for sure.  I'm headed up to Canada for a couple days and have to chose from a couple of fixies for the trip.  At the border, the customs guys always want to know if you have a knife, but then they don't really seem to care when you say "yes, I've got a couple here...."  :dunno:

Still, I don't want to lose a knife at the border, so I won't be choosing one of my more sentimental knives.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 01, 2019, 04:00:30 PM
Go with leuku  :popcorn:
 :facepalm:


already did 30 days with it. I think i'll rotate this time around
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 01, 2019, 04:01:24 PM
Oooh, lovely start, guys!  :like:

This is going to be a fun challenge, for sure.  I'm headed up to Canada for a couple days and have to chose from a couple of fixies for the trip.  At the border, the customs guys always want to know if you have a knife, but then they don't really seem to care when you say "yes, I've got a couple here...."  :dunno:

Still, I don't want to lose a knife at the border, so I won't be choosing one of my more sentimental knives.  :D

so something smaller, friendlier?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 01, 2019, 04:48:45 PM
so something smaller, friendlier?


Exactly.

I think this will be my combo for the road trip:

(https://i.imgur.com/oMUVqEV.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 01, 2019, 05:17:07 PM
Had a firm decision on what I was going to use,  until last night.  Woke up this morning undecided again.

I'll figure it out by the time my granddaughter comes today.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 01, 2019, 05:21:49 PM

Exactly.

I think this will be my combo for the road trip:

(https://i.imgur.com/oMUVqEV.jpg)
:sa:
Love that handle! Its like snake skin! Be careful when you lay that puppy down and then pick it back up - you might have the real thing checking it out!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 01, 2019, 05:24:09 PM
Had a firm decision on what I was going to use,  until last night.  Woke up this morning undecided again.

I'll figure it out by the time my granddaughter comes today.
Always go with your first gut feeling, it’s usually the right one!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 01, 2019, 05:36:17 PM

Exactly.

I think this will be my combo for the road trip:

(https://i.imgur.com/oMUVqEV.jpg)

Nice travel combo  :tu:
And enjoy your trip  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 01, 2019, 05:38:01 PM
Had a firm decision on what I was going to use,  until last night.  Woke up this morning undecided again.

I'll figure it out by the time my granddaughter comes today.

In this case choice looks like a nice problem to have  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 01, 2019, 07:39:00 PM

Exactly.

I think this will be my combo for the road trip:

(https://i.imgur.com/oMUVqEV.jpg)

great combo

Had a firm decision on what I was going to use,  until last night.  Woke up this morning undecided again.

I'll figure it out by the time my granddaughter comes today.

that looks like a very tough decision to make
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 01, 2019, 08:02:54 PM
Had a firm decision on what I was going to use,  until last night.  Woke up this morning undecided again.

I'll figure it out by the time my granddaughter comes today.

Always go with your first gut feeling, it’s usually the right one!  :tu:

Right you are, sir. 
I'll at least start out with the Ka-Bar/Becker Remora.   
First duty was to finish cutting the quesadilla that the boss lady brought home for lunch.  I do worry when fast food cooks can't even cut through a tortilla shells loaded with melted cheese.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 01, 2019, 08:56:56 PM
Day 1. Yum :drool: Mora number 2 with custom handle
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 01, 2019, 09:20:49 PM
 :like:  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 01, 2019, 09:28:57 PM
Day: 01

Went for a hike today, great way to start the challenge. Today I was carrying a knife I made myself: 1095 blade, walnut scales.

(https://i.imgur.com/MJE5z19.jpg)



Wandered off-trail and found myself scrambling up some scree, following and old fence line:

(https://i.imgur.com/rjQOPlO.jpg)



Some nice views from the top:

(https://i.imgur.com/VN6dapo.jpg)



Things look pretty dry right now, but that is fairly normal for this time of year.  Went on to climb this distant peak, as well:

(https://i.imgur.com/ouRC2z6.jpg)



Glad I brought some extra water!   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 01, 2019, 09:32:07 PM
Great start Nix!

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 01, 2019, 09:42:03 PM
Day: 01

Went for a hike today, great way to start the challenge. Today I was carrying a knife I made myself: 1095 blade, walnut scales.

(https://i.imgur.com/MJE5z19.jpg)



Wandered off-trail and found myself scrambling up some scree, following and old fence line:

(https://i.imgur.com/rjQOPlO.jpg)



Some nice views from the top:

(https://i.imgur.com/VN6dapo.jpg)



Things look pretty dry right now, but that is fairly normal for this time of year.  Went on to climb this distant peak, as well:

(https://i.imgur.com/ouRC2z6.jpg)



Glad I brought some extra water!   :tu:


you make knives?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 01, 2019, 10:11:28 PM
you make knives?

I have made a few. Still have one to be finished up.

BUT...I'm NOT a knife maker....I'm an amateur with some fairly limited skills and not enough shop equipment to develop into a proper knife maker. Still, have made a knife from steel blank to finished blade is a lot of fun.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 01, 2019, 10:57:26 PM
Right you are, sir. 
I'll at least start out with the Ka-Bar/Becker Remora.   
First duty was to finish cutting the quesadilla that the boss lady brought home for lunch.  I do worry when fast food cooks can't even cut through a tortilla shells loaded with melted cheese.
A nice fixie - I like that diamond checking!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 01, 2019, 10:59:59 PM
Day 1. Yum :drool: Mora number 2 with custom handle
Nice photo/photos!  :rofl:  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 01, 2019, 11:03:31 PM
Day: 01

Went for a hike today, great way to start the challenge. Today I was carrying a knife I made myself: 1095 blade, walnut scales.

(https://i.imgur.com/MJE5z19.jpg)



Wandered off-trail and found myself scrambling up some scree, following and old fence line:

(https://i.imgur.com/rjQOPlO.jpg)



Some nice views from the top:

(https://i.imgur.com/VN6dapo.jpg)



Things look pretty dry right now, but that is fairly normal for this time of year.  Went on to climb this distant peak, as well:

(https://i.imgur.com/ouRC2z6.jpg)



Glad I brought some extra water!   :tu:
And here I thought I was over you amazing me and now you show up with a knife you made!  :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 01, 2019, 11:07:19 PM
I have made a few. Still have one to be finished up.

BUT...I'm NOT a knife maker....I'm an amateur with some fairly limited skills and not enough shop equipment to develop into a proper knife maker. Still, have made a knife from steel blank to finished blade is a lot of fun.
Well if you ever want a tester, I will be more than happy to carry and use one made by you!  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 01, 2019, 11:36:38 PM
Maybe after I've done a dozen or so......  ;)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 02, 2019, 12:27:50 AM
Day 1!! My Kellam Puuko, a lovely blade indeed!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 02, 2019, 01:35:07 AM
That's a great looking Puukko, Barry.  :tu:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 02:06:04 AM
Day 1!! My Kellam Puuko, a lovely blade indeed!

That is a very nice knife. The handle is great looking! :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: David on September 02, 2019, 02:47:47 AM
Gentlemen your off to a great start!     :tu:      :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 02, 2019, 06:06:06 AM
Day 2

Use my Enzo Necker knife for breakfast, I love Enzo knives for their value, true scandi grind and material, in someway, I see them as an upgrade to my Mora knives. :like:   The only drawback to this knife is the rivet pin may get rusty with the leather sheath, and so I tape it up for the easy maintenance(since I don't check on this knife regularly enough).  It's ugly, but definitely effective.  :facepalm:

(https://i.imgur.com/mXhsO28.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 02, 2019, 08:00:51 AM
Well if you ever want a tester, I will be more than happy to carry and use one made by you!  :hatsoff:

count on me as well
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 02, 2019, 08:03:10 AM
day 2: getting ready for the first day back at work

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48663603202_f8291b0db2_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h9eFPq)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 02, 2019, 09:21:09 AM
Day 1!! My Kellam Puuko, a lovely blade indeed!

That's lovely, always love Puuko. :like:    I gonna post a few in upcoming days.


day 2: getting ready for the first day back at work

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48663603202_f8291b0db2_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h9eFPq)


Nice photo with the matching colors. :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 02, 2019, 02:03:28 PM
Great first day everyone, and a strong start for today   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 02:13:11 PM
Day 2

Use my Enzo Necker knife for breakfast, I love Enzo knives for their value, true scandi grind and material, in someway, I see them as an upgrade to my Mora knives. :like:   The only drawback to this knife is the rivet pin may get rusty with the leather sheath, and so I tape it up for the easy maintenance(since I don't check on this knife regularly enough).  It's ugly, but definitely effective.  :facepalm:

(https://i.imgur.com/mXhsO28.jpg)
Nice use.  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 02:23:07 PM
Those Puuko are nice knives for sure. Especially Barry’s Kellam. Another plus is they are very affordable.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 02, 2019, 02:27:12 PM
Day 2

I've now fully committed to sticking with just one for the challenge, I'm looking forward to getting to know this little CRKT that I've mostly ignored.
My only support will be a Classic for the scale tools  :cheers:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 02:32:21 PM
Day 2

I've now fully committed to sticking with just one for the challenge, I'm looking forward to getting to know this little CRKT that I've mostly ignored.
My only support will be a Classic for the scale tools  :cheers:
Nice pocket fixie. Will be watching this one for sure!  :tu: :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 02, 2019, 02:56:49 PM
Nice pocket fixie. Will be watching this one for sure!  :tu: :like:

Thanks Ray  :cheers:
I've only occasionaly carried it as a Neck Knife while paddling, I'm really warming up to it as a pocket Fixie  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 02, 2019, 03:02:25 PM
Day 2
I need a way to carry this horizontal  :think:
Paracord!!!!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 02, 2019, 03:23:13 PM
Day 2:

Box opening only today :tu:

Anyone want to guess the blade shape on the Minimalist?(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190902/54ddc7b11a1122199140b3a012e4a646.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 03:23:30 PM
Day 2
I need a way to carry this horizontal  :think:
Paracord!!!!
Hummm  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 03:24:54 PM
Day 2:

Box opening only today :tu:

Anyone want to guess the blade shape on the Minimalist?(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190902/54ddc7b11a1122199140b3a012e4a646.jpg)

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Long spear point
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 02, 2019, 03:32:12 PM
Hummm  :popcorn:

OK, OK ... here it is  8)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 02, 2019, 03:32:41 PM
Day 2 and we're really running well!  Cutting frozen bacon and this knife isn't even working up a sweat!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 02, 2019, 03:40:19 PM
Long spear point
Nope, guess again :pok:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 03:41:23 PM
OK, OK ... here it is  8)
Nice set up and I like that Lionsteel knife!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 03:42:01 PM
Nope, guess again :pok:

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Then short and fat!  :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 02, 2019, 03:43:11 PM
Nope, guess again :pok:

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Tanto  8)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 02, 2019, 03:45:26 PM
Day 2 and we're really running well!  Cutting frozen bacon and this knife isn't even working up a sweat!
A nice breakfast then! That Kellam is a nice one!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 02, 2019, 03:45:54 PM
Thanks Ray!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 02, 2019, 03:50:37 PM
Then short and fat!  :pok:
Haha, nope :rofl:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 02, 2019, 03:51:01 PM
Tanto  8)
No, sorry :pok:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on September 02, 2019, 04:56:02 PM
Gentlemen,please accept my sincere apologies,i am unable to participate in this challenge.
best of luck to the players,i will be lurking though
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 02, 2019, 05:25:44 PM
Ah, that's too bad, HARM. Hope you still add some comments when you can.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 02, 2019, 05:36:40 PM

Day: 02


Prepping for the Canada trip today, so I'm not anticipating any big knife needs. I chose this Bow-legged Joe by Andy Roy for today's carry:

(https://i.imgur.com/x57uNJG.jpg)



Poor guy is a bit abused and needs a spa day. Despite what that big scratch might imply, Andy has the steel (1095, I think) on this wee beastie treated to a high hardness. It takes and holds a good edge, but I find it a bit tricky to sharpen, actually.  You might think that a simple straight edge would be easier to sharpen, but the hard steel makes keeping this straight edge a bit tricky when free-handing.

It's a three-finger design with amazing ergos and lovely handle scales (ironwood over black micarta). The blade length is almost exactly the same as a 93mm SAK's main blade.  The ergo allow for an incredibly powerful cut or slice at the tip. It's a tough little knife and it sometimes gets used a bit harder than a little knife should.

It gets housed in a kydex sheath and dangles from a belt loop. (I used to have it attached to a bag, but it saw less use in that arragement. Still, I liked the little attachment system and kept it whe I transitioned to pocket carry.) Left out here, normally the knife just dangles in my pocket. It is easily pulled out one handed, so it is very convenient.

(https://i.imgur.com/jDqRxpK.jpg)



An odd looking little knife, but in hand it becomes incredibly useful. Sort of a utility knife on steroids.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 02, 2019, 05:42:01 PM
I love the wood grain!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 02, 2019, 06:04:22 PM
Andy makes gorgeous handles.

...which I typically abuse......  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 02, 2019, 08:41:39 PM
 :iagree:, interesting blade shape on that, love the handle  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 02, 2019, 09:04:17 PM
Day 2

Bud Carl Andersson, Carl Andersson knife factory from 1889, in 1950's started producing ice drills, company sold to K.J. Eriksson in 1962

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48666785292_939f41bd3a_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 02, 2019, 09:40:13 PM
Looks remarkably Mora-like. Great minds think alike?  :think:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 02, 2019, 10:01:58 PM
I presume its the style of knife made in the Mora municipality, there were between 15-20 knife makers there over the years, i regard all mine as Moras whether they ended up as part of Morakniv or not, when i say a different Mora everyday they are not necessarily Morakniv, although most of mine ended up under that company  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 02, 2019, 11:16:03 PM
Oops, I'm getting a late start on this one but I'll catch up and post an extra photo when I have more time. I've been kind of busy the last few days preparing for Hurricane Dorian.
Day 1
Mora Classic and EDC flashlight.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 03, 2019, 12:35:39 AM
Didn't realize you were out on the coast. Take good care and stay safe!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 03, 2019, 01:07:19 AM
Thanks. :hatsoff: Now they are saying tropical storm force winds may be here around 8 tomorrow morning but they keep changing that arrival time because the storm has been lingering over the Bahamas for so long, over 24 hours.

I foresee this conversation in my future:
Neighbor, "Alan, shouldn't you wait until it stops raining to fire up the generator?"
Me, "I've got to post my pictures on MTO!"
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 03, 2019, 01:07:54 AM
On a hot, late summer afternoon, nothing beats a good Honeycrisp apple from the mountains of NC.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: David on September 03, 2019, 02:19:50 AM
Thanks. :hatsoff: Now they are saying tropical storm force winds may be here around 8 tomorrow morning but they keep changing that arrival time because the storm has been lingering over the Bahamas for so long, over 24 hours.

I foresee this conversation in my future:
Neighbor, "Alan, shouldn't you wait until it stops raining to fire up the generator?"
Me, "I've got to post my pictures on MTO!"

A man got to keep his priorities straight hurricane or not.     :D      Hope all goes well with you Allan.   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: David on September 03, 2019, 02:21:00 AM
On a hot, late summer afternoon, nothing beats a good Honeycrisp apple from the mountains of NC.

Nice pic!    :like:    That apple does look tasty.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: David on September 03, 2019, 02:22:50 AM
Day: 02

Prepping for the Canada trip today, so I'm not anticipating any big knife needs. I chose this Bow-legged Joe by Andy Roy for today's carry:

(https://i.imgur.com/x57uNJG.jpg)


Most interesting knife Nix.       :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 02:44:54 AM
Day: 02


Prepping for the Canada trip today, so I'm not anticipating any big knife needs. I chose this Bow-legged Joe by Andy Roy for today's carry:

(https://i.imgur.com/x57uNJG.jpg)



Poor guy is a bit abused and needs a spa day. Despite what that big scratch might imply, Andy has the steel (1095, I think) on this wee beastie treated to a high hardness. It takes and holds a good edge, but I find it a bit tricky to sharpen, actually.  You might think that a simple straight edge would be easier to sharpen, but the hard steel makes keeping this straight edge a bit tricky when free-handing.

It's a three-finger design with amazing ergos and lovely handle scales (ironwood over black micarta). The blade length is almost exactly the same as a 93mm SAK's main blade.  The ergo allow for an incredibly powerful cut or slice at the tip. It's a tough little knife and it sometimes gets used a bit harder than a little knife should.

It gets housed in a kydex sheath and dangles from a belt loop. (I used to have it attached to a bag, but it saw less use in that arragement. Still, I liked the little attachment system and kept it whe I transitioned to pocket carry.) Left out here, normally the knife just dangles in my pocket. It is easily pulled out one handed, so it is very convenient.

(https://i.imgur.com/jDqRxpK.jpg)



An odd looking little knife, but in hand it becomes incredibly useful. Sort of a utility knife on steroids.  :tu:
Nice wood for sure!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 02:49:51 AM
Thanks. :hatsoff: Now they are saying tropical storm force winds may be here around 8 tomorrow morning but they keep changing that arrival time because the storm has been lingering over the Bahamas for so long, over 24 hours.

I foresee this conversation in my future:
Neighbor, "Alan, shouldn't you wait until it stops raining to fire up the generator?"
Me, "I've got to post my pictures on MTO!"
I am in Orlando myself...you in the Miami-Dade area?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 02:50:59 AM
On a hot, late summer afternoon, nothing beats a good Honeycrisp apple from the mountains of NC.
Honeycrisp  are some great eating apples!  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 04:13:04 AM
Day 3

Ahti Juhla Finnish Puukko next to my morning read, for smaller knife, I quite like the rat tape construction which commonly found in Puukko, together with the handle, it usually result in a more balanced knife.  For outdoor or wood use, I almost always prefer a true scandi grind over convex or scandivex.  I think it is actually harder to make a true scandi grind, but easier for user to maintain it.

(https://i.imgur.com/xiG4YFC.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 04:18:39 AM
OK, OK ... here it is  8)

Cool, I tend to pocket carry everything I have, I probably would even pocket carry it with sheath in my cargo pants if I were you. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 04:19:48 AM
Day 2 and we're really running well!  Cutting frozen bacon and this knife isn't even working up a sweat!

Coming off from Explorer challenge, isn't the big knife much easier for food prep? :like: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 04:26:04 AM
Day: 02


Prepping for the Canada trip today, so I'm not anticipating any big knife needs. I chose this Bow-legged Joe by Andy Roy for today's carry:

(https://i.imgur.com/x57uNJG.jpg)



Poor guy is a bit abused and needs a spa day. Despite what that big scratch might imply, Andy has the steel (1095, I think) on this wee beastie treated to a high hardness. It takes and holds a good edge, but I find it a bit tricky to sharpen, actually.  You might think that a simple straight edge would be easier to sharpen, but the hard steel makes keeping this straight edge a bit tricky when free-handing.

It's a three-finger design with amazing ergos and lovely handle scales (ironwood over black micarta). The blade length is almost exactly the same as a 93mm SAK's main blade.  The ergo allow for an incredibly powerful cut or slice at the tip. It's a tough little knife and it sometimes gets used a bit harder than a little knife should.

It gets housed in a kydex sheath and dangles from a belt loop. (I used to have it attached to a bag, but it saw less use in that arragement. Still, I liked the little attachment system and kept it whe I transitioned to pocket carry.) Left out here, normally the knife just dangles in my pocket. It is easily pulled out one handed, so it is very convenient.

(https://i.imgur.com/jDqRxpK.jpg)



An odd looking little knife, but in hand it becomes incredibly useful. Sort of a utility knife on steroids.  :tu:

I have been eyeing Andy Roy's knives whenever I go knife shopping, and hear nothing but good review about his work.  This is an interesting knife shape, how thick is the actual blade stock? 

I don't know whether you own the Spyderco Sharpmaker(I sworn by that), but If the stock is relatively thin(like 1/8 or less), maybe just put on a utility grind at 15 deg each side via the Sharpmaker?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 04:29:37 AM
Thanks. :hatsoff: Now they are saying tropical storm force winds may be here around 8 tomorrow morning but they keep changing that arrival time because the storm has been lingering over the Bahamas for so long, over 24 hours.

I foresee this conversation in my future:
Neighbor, "Alan, shouldn't you wait until it stops raining to fire up the generator?"
Me, "I've got to post my pictures on MTO!"

Yes, that's the hardcore MTO spirit! :like:

Jokes aside, knowing your background I knew you would be well equipped for this kind of situation, but please do stay safe anyway, and hope other folks in the area are better prepared this time. :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 04:30:24 AM
On a hot, late summer afternoon, nothing beats a good Honeycrisp apple from the mountains of NC.

Sweet tooth, I mean use! :D :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 04:52:13 AM
Day 3

Ahti Juhla Finnish Puukko next to my morning read, for smaller knife, I quite like the rat tape construction which commonly found in Puukko, together with the handle, it usually result in a more balanced knife.  For outdoor or wood use, I almost always prefer a true scandi grind over convex or scandivex.  I think it is actually harder to make a true scandi grind, but easier for user to maintain it.

(https://i.imgur.com/xiG4YFC.jpg)
Another nice Puuko. These are starting to get my attention!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 03, 2019, 05:45:12 AM
I have been eyeing Andy Roy's knives whenever I go knife shopping, and hear nothing but good review about his work.  This is an interesting knife shape, how thick is the actual blade stock? 

I don't know whether you own the Spyderco Sharpmaker(I sworn by that), but If the stock is relatively thin(like 1/8 or less), maybe just put on a utility grind at 15 deg each side via the Sharpmaker?

Andy makes great knives, I'll try to post a couple of others during the challenge.  :tu:

The blade stock on this BLJ is a stout 3/16". I do own a Sharpmaker, but don't use it much because I prefer to freehand. Freehand sharpening does have some drawbacks (with my limited skills), but I just like to sharpen that way. No worries in this case--the BLJ takes a great edge, I just have to work at it a bit more.

I should probably just re-profile the edge on a coarse diamond stone and then progress from there. But......it's sharp now, so I'll have to wait until it dulls a bit.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 03, 2019, 05:45:34 AM
Another nice Puuko. These are starting to get my attention!  :like: :cheers:

Right?!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 03, 2019, 06:08:30 AM
Day 2  :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 06:13:42 AM
Andy makes great knives, I'll try to post a couple of others during the challenge.  :tu:

The blade stock on this BLJ is a stout 3/16". I do own a Sharpmaker, but don't use it much because I prefer to freehand. Freehand sharpening does have some drawbacks (with my limited skills), but I just like to sharpen that way. No worries in this case--the BLJ takes a great edge, I just have to work at it a bit more.

I should probably just re-profile the edge on a coarse diamond stone and then progress from there. But......it's sharp now, so I'll have to wait until it dulls a bit.  :D

Wow, 3/16 is indeed stout for a smaller knife :o , but I guess small chopper is "in" right now, so this must be a fun multi-use tool to say the least.  :D


Freehand is something I like to progress to do eventually, still love the consistency and great result I get from the sharpmaker, it is almost like a match made in heaven for any SAK or Spyderco enthusiast.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 03, 2019, 07:39:07 AM
Cool, I tend to pocket carry everything I have, I probably would even pocket carry it with sheath in my cargo pants if I were you. :D

Yes but my cargo pockets are already full so this is only available place  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 03, 2019, 08:03:16 AM
I am in Orlando myself...you in the Miami-Dade area?
I'm in Broward County, west of Ft, Lauderdale Int. Airport. As of 1 AM the storm is down to a cat 3 and I don't think it is going to be much of an issue for me at this point, but you need to pay attention up the coast and inland because it will eventually make its way north.

Day 2
Used my Explorer Tanto to open my Zippo for fueling
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 02:38:55 PM
Right?!  :tu:
Let’s just say that I’m watching a couple on eBay and watching a lot of YouTube videos in the evenings.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 02:39:35 PM
Day 2  :woohoo:
Nice fixie  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: LoopCutter on September 03, 2019, 02:42:22 PM
Great pictures and enjoy learning about  the Mora patterns.

@ Allen K. and Ray - stay safe and prepared.  Can not imagine a storm that storm passing over or near for that duration. 


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 02:44:38 PM
I'm in Broward County, west of Ft, Lauderdale Int. Airport. As of 1 AM the storm is down to a cat 3 and I don't think it is going to be much of an issue for me at this point, but you need to pay attention up the coast and inland because it will eventually make its way north.

Day 2
Used my Explorer Tanto to open my Zippo for fueling
Glad to hear you are doing well.  :cheers:
Agree on not trusting a hurricane as they will change direction on a whim!
Oh, nice fixie!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 02:47:04 PM
Great pictures and enjoy learning about  the Mora patterns.

@ Allen K. and Ray - stay safe and prepared.  Can not imagine a storm that storm passing over or near for that duration. 


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Will do!  :tu:
Yes, it needs to pick up some travel time and move along!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 03, 2019, 03:51:52 PM
Day 3 has my Puukko keeping company with a Third Hammer made by my oldest.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 03, 2019, 03:53:37 PM
Day 3 has my Puukko keeping company with a Third Hammer made by my oldest.

Any batoning today?  >:D :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 03, 2019, 03:59:29 PM
Funny you should mention that my friend!  This is a truly beautiful knife.  I can find myself spending a great deal of time with it.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 03, 2019, 04:44:13 PM
Day 3:

More box opening :tu:
A neck knife is very handy to have I must say :like:

Stay safe and hope the storm doesn't hit to hard.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190903/98374de62a370262fed7e4dc8a509009.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 03, 2019, 06:14:36 PM
day 3 with 3 bananas and that Mora Mystery

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48672040481_241830948f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h9YVVK)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 06:54:29 PM
Any batoning today?  >:D :popcorn:
:rofl: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 06:55:14 PM
Funny you should mention that my friend!  This is a truly beautiful knife.  I can find myself spending a great deal of time with it.
It is a great looking knife - I can see why!  :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 06:56:05 PM
Day 3:

More box opening :tu:
A neck knife is very handy to have I must say :like:

Stay safe and hope the storm doesn't hit to hard.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190903/98374de62a370262fed7e4dc8a509009.jpg)

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Nice usage  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 06:56:31 PM
day 3 with 3 bananas and that Mora Mystery

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48672040481_241830948f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h9YVVK)
:like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 03, 2019, 07:00:11 PM
Day 3
Also just light unboxing ...
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 03, 2019, 07:02:16 PM
Nice usage  :like:
Thanks Ray :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 03, 2019, 07:04:12 PM
Day 3
Another shot of my Explorer Tanto. It's a great little knife. Very handy. The sheath's not too good though. It's from an era when sheaths were made to wear straight up so the knife pokes me in the ribs when it's on my belt. I'd prefer to give it a little cant or wear it lower but it has a fixed belt / boot clip.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 07:07:24 PM
Day 3
Also just light unboxing ...
Nice -  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 07:10:09 PM
Day 3
Another shot of my Explorer Tanto. It's a great little knife. Very handy. The sheath's not too good though. It's from an era when sheaths were made to wear straight up so the knife pokes me in the ribs when it's on my belt. I'd prefer to give it a little cant or wear it lower but it has a fixed belt / boot clip.
Nice -   :like:
yes, getting poked in the ribs and that is a deal breaker for me.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 03, 2019, 10:25:03 PM
Day 3

Erik Frost, 1891- 2005, bought in three stages, 1988, 2002 and 2005 by K.J. Eriksson

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48673131502_827c5b4f8d_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 03, 2019, 10:41:27 PM
Day 3

Erik Frost, 1891- 2005, bought in three stages, 1988, 2002 and 2005 by K.J. Eriksson

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48673131502_827c5b4f8d_z.jpg)
Nice  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 03, 2019, 11:03:12 PM
Day 3

Proving it's handiness at work, I used the CRKT to cut the tip off a new tube of lube

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 04, 2019, 12:53:12 AM
Well, 1 of my packages arrived today, so we did get to open something this afternoon.

Perhaps more package pics, tomorrow?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: SteveC on September 04, 2019, 01:15:42 AM
Off to a good start fellas !   :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 04, 2019, 01:27:10 AM
Thanks Steve  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 04, 2019, 01:34:02 AM
Day 3 bonus pic!
The Explorer Tanto cut through this steak so quick and clean it was like there was nothing there at all.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 04, 2019, 01:37:10 AM
Day 3 bonus pic!
The Explorer Tanto cut through this steak so quick and clean it was like there was nothing there at all.

 :drool: perfect cook for me on that steak
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 04, 2019, 03:29:41 AM
Day 03

A long day of driving, but some excellent views. Here’s the view from the lodge we’re staying in:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/f8d6bd0ccbb9dd1037d8916f11838e9a.jpg)



No uses for a knife today, but no issues at the border. So far—some heavy traffic around Calgary not withstanding—Canada has been very good to us.

Knife in the hotel:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/1c1efd80d20237349033e42a7376e4d9.jpg)


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 03:34:47 AM
Funny you should mention that my friend!  This is a truly beautiful knife.  I can find myself spending a great deal of time with it.


 :D :cheers: :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 03:37:38 AM
Day 3
Another shot of my Explorer Tanto. It's a great little knife. Very handy. The sheath's not too good though. It's from an era when sheaths were made to wear straight up so the knife pokes me in the ribs when it's on my belt. I'd prefer to give it a little cant or wear it lower but it has a fixed belt / boot clip.

Any chance to add a belt loop dangler to it?

(https://i.imgur.com/wiP1hOY.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 04, 2019, 03:37:57 AM
 Beautiful pic, Nix and nice knife.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 03:38:40 AM
Day 3

Erik Frost, 1891- 2005, bought in three stages, 1988, 2002 and 2005 by K.J. Eriksson

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48673131502_827c5b4f8d_z.jpg)

Love the look of this, got character!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 03:42:23 AM
Day 4

I love this challenge, it gives me a chance to pull out different fixie and it's like a walk in memory lane.  Kauhavan Puukkopaja Puukko from Finland, I got this when I was visiting one of the older knife shop called Kindal in France.

(https://i.imgur.com/yWWYDiS.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 03:43:07 AM
Well, 1 of my packages arrived today, so we did get to open something this afternoon.

Perhaps more package pics, tomorrow?

Always like using a knife to open a knife package  :D :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 03:44:06 AM
Day 03

A long day of driving, but some excellent views. Here’s the view from the lodge we’re staying in:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/f8d6bd0ccbb9dd1037d8916f11838e9a.jpg)



No uses for a knife today, but no issues at the border. So far—some heavy traffic around Calgary not withstanding—Canada has been very good to us.

Knife in the hotel:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/1c1efd80d20237349033e42a7376e4d9.jpg)


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That's cool!  Looking forward to more of your trip picture!  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 05:05:25 AM
Day 3

Proving it's handiness at work, I used the CRKT to cut the tip off a new tube of lube
Nice usage  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 05:06:16 AM
Well, 1 of my packages arrived today, so we did get to open something this afternoon.

Perhaps more package pics, tomorrow?
I love mail call.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 05:07:38 AM
Day 3 bonus pic!
The Explorer Tanto cut through this steak so quick and clean it was like there was nothing there at all.
Oh boy, that looks so good!  :tu:
Guess what we’re having tomorrow!  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 05:08:48 AM
Day 03

A long day of driving, but some excellent views. Here’s the view from the lodge we’re staying in:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/f8d6bd0ccbb9dd1037d8916f11838e9a.jpg)



No uses for a knife today, but no issues at the border. So far—some heavy traffic around Calgary not withstanding—Canada has been very good to us.

Knife in the hotel:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/1c1efd80d20237349033e42a7376e4d9.jpg)


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Have fun!
And nice carry.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 05:11:10 AM
Day 4

I love this challenge, it gives me a chance to pull out different fixie and it's like a walk in memory lane.  Kauhavan Puukkopaja Puukko from Finland, I got this when I was visiting one of the older knife shop called Kindal in France.

(https://i.imgur.com/yWWYDiS.jpg)
Not only is that a nice knife, but the sheaths almost rival the knives in looks!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 04, 2019, 06:01:25 AM
Day 3 with Gurkha Kukri and T4
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 04, 2019, 07:37:56 AM
Day 3 with Gurkha Kukri and T4

 :o
Great combo Obi!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 04, 2019, 11:59:54 AM
Day 4

Early start to the day, opening a case of water

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 04, 2019, 12:25:42 PM
Day 4: Cutting a block of soap.  Short order for this knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 04, 2019, 03:52:50 PM
Package duty for my after work knife :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/891ea055b8300c7feb88a515ead3cde1.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 04:21:07 PM
Day 3 with Gurkha Kukri and T4
Nice...have always admired the Kukri.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 04:22:38 PM
Day 3 with Gurkha Kukri and T4

Always like a big knife  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 04:22:45 PM
Day 4

Early start to the day, opening a case of water
Nice usage! Always have to remind myself to cut slowly, very slowly.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 04, 2019, 04:23:09 PM
Day 4: Cutting a block of soap.  Short order for this knife!

Indeed, especially after the batoning.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 04:23:40 PM
Day 4: Cutting a block of soap.  Short order for this knife!
Nice use and nice looking knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 04:26:03 PM
Package duty for my after work knife :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/891ea055b8300c7feb88a515ead3cde1.jpg)

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Mail duty that turns into package duty is more fun!
A GPS watch? Cool  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 04, 2019, 04:27:21 PM
Mail duty that turns into package duty is more fun!
A GPS watch? Cool  :cheers:
Yes it is!
Thanks, excited to test it out :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 04:45:08 PM
Yes it is!
Thanks, excited to test it out :cheers:

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Let us know how it works out! I for one would be interested.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 04, 2019, 04:46:24 PM
Let us know how it works out! I for one would be interested.
Will do :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 04, 2019, 08:45:58 PM
Any chance to add a belt loop dangler to it?

(https://i.imgur.com/wiP1hOY.jpg)
Day 4
That's a good idea, but in this case the belt / boot clip is so low on the sheath that I think if I added a dangler the knife would end up wanting to hang upside down.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 04, 2019, 08:55:01 PM
Day 4
I love this challenge  :)
Helping on my new project  :whistle:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 04, 2019, 09:02:50 PM
day 4: can't believe that i just got to post this pic. taken in the morning while getting my lunch ready and it is after dinner now

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48675569326_ba3eb16c44_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hai1VU)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 04, 2019, 09:54:33 PM
Good stuff everyone :tu:

Day 4

K.J.Eriksson, in 1912 after being sacked from Frosts for not getting along with his supervisors, he decided to try knife making for himself so set up with a partner, Eriksson and Mattsson, 1912 - 1918, then from 1918 K.J.Eriksson knife factory which lasted through till 2005 after the final merger with Frosts, with both KJ and Frosts under one company, 2005 also saw the company change name to Mora of Sweden.

With bonus axe  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48677706108_74698555a2_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 10:19:33 PM
Day 4
That's a good idea, but in this case the belt / boot clip is so low on the sheath that I think if I added a dangler the knife would end up wanting to hang upside down.
So a custom sheath or find a cheaper sheath that would fit?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 10:20:20 PM
Day 4
I love this challenge  :)
Helping on my new project  :whistle:
:popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 10:21:06 PM
day 4: can't believe that i just got to post this pic. taken in the morning while getting my lunch ready and it is after dinner now

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48675569326_ba3eb16c44_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hai1VU)
Time flys for sure  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 04, 2019, 10:22:52 PM
Good stuff everyone :tu:

Day 4

K.J.Eriksson, in 1912 after being sacked from Frosts for not getting along with his supervisors, he decided to try knife making for himself so set up with a partner, Eriksson and Mattsson, 1912 - 1918, then from 1918 K.J.Eriksson knife factory which lasted through till 2005 after the final merger with Frosts, with both KJ and Frosts under one company, 2005 also saw the company change name to Mora of Sweden.

With bonus axe  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48677706108_74698555a2_z.jpg)
Interesting history!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 04, 2019, 10:31:59 PM
Day 4 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 05, 2019, 01:37:23 AM
Grabbed the wrong necker, this morning, but it can still open up the mail.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 05, 2019, 04:01:10 AM
Day 04

Nice day exploring the Canadian Rockies. Some seriously impressive mountains.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/074b7356a2873d808d3e9a016f2efe35.jpg)



Perfect weather to hike.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/d9ff95d6b564ee9185af5712070759d7.jpg)



My photos don’t come close to doing these mountains justice.


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/f65fe6a60884444f3cd943e07071610b.jpg)



Managed to hunt down a killer Triple Chocolate Walnut Brownie. Field dressed it with the Bark River:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/cd7ba25695152107a549ee075ab0a8ce.jpg)


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 05, 2019, 04:08:57 AM
Day 5

Frédéric Maschio custom Puukko, got it at Courty et Fils, a local knife store in Paris while visiting France.  Love the simplicity of it, and a ergonomic handle.




(https://i.imgur.com/Avmfuvk.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 05, 2019, 04:14:32 AM
Day 4
That's a good idea, but in this case the belt / boot clip is so low on the sheath that I think if I added a dangler the knife would end up wanting to hang upside down.

Is the balance point of the knife really back towards the pommel?  If it is somewhere closer to the guard, given the weight of the sheath and the blade weight, I think it should might still be able to keep it upright when using a dangler.  :think:   I have a few knives that is setup like yours with kydex sheath, and it is rather difficult to carry them comfortably, when it is constantly press against the ribs.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 05, 2019, 04:15:16 AM
Day 4
I love this challenge  :)
Helping on my new project  :whistle:

New handle?  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 05, 2019, 04:17:45 AM
Good stuff everyone :tu:

Day 4

K.J.Eriksson, in 1912 after being sacked from Frosts for not getting along with his supervisors, he decided to try knife making for himself so set up with a partner, Eriksson and Mattsson, 1912 - 1918, then from 1918 K.J.Eriksson knife factory which lasted through till 2005 after the final merger with Frosts, with both KJ and Frosts under one company, 2005 also saw the company change name to Mora of Sweden.

With bonus axe  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48677706108_74698555a2_z.jpg)

Interesting story, and good photo too!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 05, 2019, 04:19:54 AM
Day 04

Nice day exploring the Canadian Rockies. Some seriously impressive mountains.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/074b7356a2873d808d3e9a016f2efe35.jpg)



Perfect weather to hike.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/d9ff95d6b564ee9185af5712070759d7.jpg)



My photos don’t come close to doing these mountains justice.


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/f65fe6a60884444f3cd943e07071610b.jpg)



Managed to hunt down a killer Triple Chocolate Walnut Brownie. Field dressed it with the Bark River:

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Beautiful landscape!  And good use too!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 05, 2019, 07:33:09 AM
Day 04

Nice day exploring the Canadian Rockies. Some seriously impressive mountains.


Perfect weather to hike.



My photos don’t come close to doing these mountains justice.



Managed to hunt down a killer Triple Chocolate Walnut Brownie. Field dressed it with the Bark River:



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BEAUTIFUL PICS!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 05, 2019, 07:37:19 AM
New handle?  :popcorn:

Yes. But I don't have all tools that I need so not sure will i like it  :(
But i'm not giving up
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 05, 2019, 07:52:10 AM
Yes. But I don't have all tools that I need so not sure will i like it  :(
But i'm not giving up

What tools do you need for making the handle?  From the side, it looks like a full tang contruction?  Good luck with that!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 05, 2019, 08:03:28 AM
Day 5: Vanity pic.  Between work and home, I've spent most of the day running around!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 05, 2019, 08:31:15 AM
Day 04

Nice day exploring the Canadian Rockies. Some seriously impressive mountains.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/074b7356a2873d808d3e9a016f2efe35.jpg)



Perfect weather to hike.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/d9ff95d6b564ee9185af5712070759d7.jpg)



My photos don’t come close to doing these mountains justice.


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/f65fe6a60884444f3cd943e07071610b.jpg)



Managed to hunt down a killer Triple Chocolate Walnut Brownie. Field dressed it with the Bark River:

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Beautiful scenery! :like: :like:
And nice knife :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 05, 2019, 08:31:41 AM
Day 5

Frédéric Maschio custom Puukko, got it at Courty et Fils, a local knife store in Paris while visiting France.  Love the simplicity of it, and a ergonomic handle.




(https://i.imgur.com/Avmfuvk.jpg)
Nice one :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 05, 2019, 08:33:43 AM
Day 4:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/9256bb08f718ec1d881a3317b2aa80da.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 05, 2019, 01:59:23 PM
Grabbed the wrong necker, this morning, but it can still open up the mail.
Not bad for grabbing the wrong necker  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 05, 2019, 02:00:55 PM
Day 04

Nice day exploring the Canadian Rockies. Some seriously impressive mountains.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/074b7356a2873d808d3e9a016f2efe35.jpg)



Perfect weather to hike.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/d9ff95d6b564ee9185af5712070759d7.jpg)



My photos don’t come close to doing these mountains justice.


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/f65fe6a60884444f3cd943e07071610b.jpg)



Managed to hunt down a killer Triple Chocolate Walnut Brownie. Field dressed it with the Bark River:

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Great photo’s and post - and the color of that water is different from down here in Florida!  :whistle:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 05, 2019, 02:03:12 PM
Day 5

Frédéric Maschio custom Puukko, got it at Courty et Fils, a local knife store in Paris while visiting France.  Love the simplicity of it, and a ergonomic handle.




(https://i.imgur.com/Avmfuvk.jpg)
Thats a nice looking Puukko  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 05, 2019, 02:04:26 PM
Day 5: Vanity pic.  Between work and home, I've spent most of the day running around!
Still nice!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 05, 2019, 02:05:06 PM
Day 4:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/9256bb08f718ec1d881a3317b2aa80da.jpg)

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:like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 05, 2019, 07:17:37 PM
Day 5
Dinner time!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 05, 2019, 08:28:36 PM
day 5: after this day, i wanna take these 2 and hit the woods for a bit

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48684025078_002cee5d26_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hb3mwJ)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 05, 2019, 09:57:38 PM
Day 5
Lunch at my desk. Explorer Tanto used to cut my sandwich in half.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 05, 2019, 10:15:37 PM
Day 5

In 2011 Frosts had moved production to the old KJ factory bringing all production to the same place, Mora of Sweden name changed in 2016 to Morakniv
and here we have what is one of my favourites, the 2/0, i don't fancy the sheath much but love the knife  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48684415023_c052a49485_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 05, 2019, 10:25:37 PM
Package duty for my after work knife :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190904/891ea055b8300c7feb88a515ead3cde1.jpg)

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Messed up my numbering :facepalm:
Day 4.

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 05, 2019, 10:26:19 PM
Day 4:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/9256bb08f718ec1d881a3317b2aa80da.jpg)

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Edit: Day 5 :facepalm:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 05, 2019, 11:18:57 PM
Day 5

Had take out at work today, the little CRKT is getting it done  :tu:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 06, 2019, 12:39:03 AM
Great posts and photos  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 06, 2019, 12:44:32 AM
Day 05

More hiking today. Almost hard to avoid.  We’ve been really fortunate with some perfect weather for being outside:  70’s, low humidity, sunny skies.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/92d93e2f0149795b6fe26db23805fc17.jpg)


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/5011079209e47829a9933166b3134266.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/611a43c219895fad7cb2afa1393b02ac.jpg)


Picked up a couple of well earned early-season apples from a street market. Bark River was a good slicer, but not great at carving bits of core out of the slices. Still, the job got done and the apples were tart and tasty.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/bd0b6a7c5bf25d0af8d26f37c55f3142.jpg)


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 06, 2019, 12:46:24 AM
Great photo’s and post - and the color of that water is different from down here in Florida!  :whistle:


Ray, the water in this river is filled with glacial runoff. That runoff fills the eater with minerals giving it that milky aquamarine look. :tu:


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 06, 2019, 12:47:26 AM
Reviewing the thread. Nice uses and photos, guys!  :tu:


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 06, 2019, 02:01:17 AM
Schools were closed, because of Hurricane Dorian, so I had my grandson today.
We shared an apple during snack time.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: LoopCutter on September 06, 2019, 02:27:13 AM
Awl the fix blades are nice looking users. 

Enjoying each contribution reporting use and photos.

Then there are Nix’s scenery pictures, beyond words...


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 06, 2019, 02:47:07 AM
One more for you, LC:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190906/70968f2f38943cefdf9c30f9d0b46e97.jpg)


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 06, 2019, 03:32:12 AM
Gorgeous landscape, Nix.  I also like the Bark River.  Which model is it?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 06, 2019, 03:46:22 AM
Day 05

More hiking today. Almost hard to avoid.  We’ve been really fortunate with some perfect weather for being outside:  70’s, low humidity, sunny skies.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/92d93e2f0149795b6fe26db23805fc17.jpg)


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/5011079209e47829a9933166b3134266.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/611a43c219895fad7cb2afa1393b02ac.jpg)


Picked up a couple of well earned early-season apples from a street market. Bark River was a good slicer, but not great at carving bits of core out of the slices. Still, the job got done and the apples were tart and tasty.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/bd0b6a7c5bf25d0af8d26f37c55f3142.jpg)


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Great photo’s and perfect hiking weather  :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 06, 2019, 04:05:57 AM
Day 6

Mora 311 with breakfast

(https://i.imgur.com/RQPfrUe.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 06, 2019, 04:06:36 AM
Day 5
Dinner time!

Are we gonna baton thru the cheese?  >:D :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 06, 2019, 04:07:40 AM
day 5: after this day, i wanna take these 2 and hit the woods for a bit

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48684025078_002cee5d26_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hb3mwJ)

 :popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn:




Day 5
Lunch at my desk. Explorer Tanto used to cut my sandwich in half.


Good use!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 06, 2019, 04:13:34 AM
Day 5

In 2011 Frosts had moved production to the old KJ factory bringing all production to the same place, Mora of Sweden name changed in 2016 to Morakniv
and here we have what is one of my favourites, the 2/0, i don't fancy the sheath much but love the knife  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48684415023_c052a49485_z.jpg)

I don't own the Classic 2/0(but the Classic 2), but I consider the 2/0 the quintessence of Mora.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 06, 2019, 04:15:06 AM
Day 5

Had take out at work today, the little CRKT is getting it done  :tu:


Nice use!


Day 05

More hiking today. Almost hard to avoid.  We’ve been really fortunate with some perfect weather for being outside:  70’s, low humidity, sunny skies.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/92d93e2f0149795b6fe26db23805fc17.jpg)


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/5011079209e47829a9933166b3134266.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/611a43c219895fad7cb2afa1393b02ac.jpg)


Picked up a couple of well earned early-season apples from a street market. Bark River was a good slicer, but not great at carving bits of core out of the slices. Still, the job got done and the apples were tart and tasty.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/bd0b6a7c5bf25d0af8d26f37c55f3142.jpg)


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Again, beautiful scenic, and lovely use!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 06, 2019, 04:25:45 AM
Day 5  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 06, 2019, 04:30:00 AM
Gorgeous landscape, Nix.  I also like the Bark River.  Which model is it?

I think....say again...think it is the Matterhorn.  Seems like a good all-around knife. Jack of all trades,  master of none.

I love the blade size. The blade design seems versatile, too. I wish the handle were 1/4” bigger, but overall it works for me, especially with a thumb on the upswept spine (saber grip). 

I expect to have more impressions as the challenge continues.


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 06, 2019, 05:19:01 AM
Great posts and photos  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 06, 2019, 06:14:58 AM
I think....say again...think it is the Matterhorn.  Seems like a good all-around knife. Jack of all trades,  master of none.

I love the blade size. The blade design seems versatile, too. I wish the handle were 1/4” bigger, but overall it works for me, especially with a thumb on the upswept spine (saber grip). 

I expect to have more impressions as the challenge continues.


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I have my eyes on a North Country EDC, but that one is also nice looking.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 06, 2019, 07:36:55 AM
Are we gonna baton thru the cheese?  >:D :pok: :D

Hahaha! No, but maybe I try next time.  :think:
Just nice thin slices   :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 06, 2019, 03:23:42 PM
Day 6:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190906/d3e2892d97e7bb3b2318386dd0a055d2.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 06, 2019, 04:47:34 PM
Day 6  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 06, 2019, 05:02:40 PM
Nice post and photos  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 06, 2019, 05:43:18 PM
day 6: managed to forget one of mine so I'm on a loaner today and probably tomorrow

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48688442648_ac4dc81281_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hbqZHJ)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 06, 2019, 06:29:05 PM
Day 6
I teach "children" how to sharpen a pencil
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 06, 2019, 07:35:53 PM
Day 6
I teach "children" how to sharpen a pencil
Nice set up there!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 06, 2019, 09:23:29 PM
Day 6
I just removed the safety seal on a bottle of pills.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 06, 2019, 09:57:57 PM
Nice set up there!  :cheers:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: LoopCutter on September 06, 2019, 10:29:10 PM
One more for you, LC:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190906/70968f2f38943cefdf9c30f9d0b46e97.jpg)


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Thank you kind sir! 
I enjoy your scenery pictures, and it appears that Canadian Rookies are more grand than those in the lower 48.  Would not want try crossing those on foot. 


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 06, 2019, 10:39:57 PM
One more for you, LC:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190906/70968f2f38943cefdf9c30f9d0b46e97.jpg)


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Beautiful  :like:

Day 6

Mora 311 with breakfast

(https://i.imgur.com/RQPfrUe.jpg)

Very nice, loving the look of that one  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 06, 2019, 11:19:09 PM
Day 6

And now one that didn't end up under Morakniv, Erik Jonsson had taken over his fathers business in 1936 and started making knives stamped E.Jonsson in the same blacksmith building KJ had started making knives in 1912, a few years later Erik was joined by his brothers Anders and John and the company became Broderna Jonsson

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48689650908_2539462a23_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 06, 2019, 11:34:24 PM
Day 6: Parcel opening today.  There's some beautiful knives in this Challenge!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 06, 2019, 11:48:31 PM
Day 6

Winding down outside getting prepared for Dorian, it's expected to make landfall here tomorrow

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 07, 2019, 01:21:45 AM
I just love it when I get mail, even when it's something as simple as suspension clips for my Vic's.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 01:25:42 AM
Day 6
I just removed the safety seal on a bottle of pills.
Nice use  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 01:26:32 AM
Day 6

And now one that didn't end up under Morakniv, Erik Jonsson had taken over his fathers business in 1936 and started making knives stamped E.Jonsson in the same blacksmith building KJ had started making knives in 1912, a few years later Erik was joined by his brothers Anders and John and the company became Broderna Jonsson

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48689650908_2539462a23_z.jpg)
:like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 01:27:23 AM
Day 6: Parcel opening today.  There's some beautiful knives in this Challenge!
Yes there are. Yours is one of them!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 01:30:09 AM
Day 6

Winding down outside getting prepared for Dorian, it's expected to make landfall here tomorrow
At least it down to a Cat 1 on winds. Be safe  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 01:31:12 AM
I just love it when I get mail, even when it's something as simple as suspension clips for my Vic's.
Oh yeah!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 07, 2019, 02:32:34 AM
Day: 06


Long day of driving today, but we did see some wonderful country...between rain showers.

(https://i.imgur.com/efpkupL.jpg)



Back home, we made a simple omelette for dinner. The Barkie diced some chorizo and chopped some onion for said omelette. Both tasks a pleasure with this knife.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/07PGRaK.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 07, 2019, 03:39:15 AM
Day7

Breakfast with Mora Classic No1, though I am not 100% sure the sheath if made of leather(the craftsmanship do looks like it, but it sounds plastic when tapping on it), it should does add some flare to the knife.  Always love Mora, most majority of their knives are all value buy and always come ready to work.

(https://i.imgur.com/NaKmEwJ.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 07, 2019, 03:42:39 AM
Day 6
I teach "children" how to sharpen a pencil
Kinda remind me those days when the society is more accepting to knives and it is used to sharpen pencil everywhere.  Good job! :tu:


Day 6
I just removed the safety seal on a bottle of pills.
Good use, I always think we are totally overkilling it with all our tools, but that's where the comical effect comes in. :D


Beautiful  :like:

Very nice, loving the look of that one  :tu:

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 07, 2019, 03:45:30 AM
Day 6

And now one that didn't end up under Morakniv, Erik Jonsson had taken over his fathers business in 1936 and started making knives stamped E.Jonsson in the same blacksmith building KJ had started making knives in 1912, a few years later Erik was joined by his brothers Anders and John and the company became Broderna Jonsson

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48689650908_2539462a23_z.jpg)
That's a beautiful picture, awesome job! :tu:


Day 6: Parcel opening today.  There's some beautiful knives in this Challenge!
Good use, and this thread sound does feature many good looking ones, and I love the write ups about their daily whereabouts. :cheers:


Day 6

Winding down outside getting prepared for Dorian, it's expected to make landfall here tomorrow


Hope everything would be fine, please stay safe! :salute:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 07, 2019, 03:48:09 AM
I just love it when I get mail, even when it's something as simple as suspension clips for my Vic's.
In pocket dangler clip?  I always pocket carry everything, but this sure does look functional. :tu:


Day: 06


Long day of driving today, but we did see some wonderful country...between rain showers.

(https://i.imgur.com/efpkupL.jpg)



Back home, we made a simple omelette for dinner. The Barkie diced some chorizo and chopped some onion for said omelette. Both tasks a pleasure with this knife.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/07PGRaK.jpg)
Hope the rain shower did get you guys wet and cold, but man, just look at that rain cloud photo! :o   Great job!  And good use too! :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 04:20:48 AM
Day: 06


Long day of driving today, but we did see some wonderful country...between rain showers.

(https://i.imgur.com/efpkupL.jpg)



Back home, we made a simple omelette for dinner. The Barkie diced some chorizo and chopped some onion for said omelette. Both tasks a pleasure with this knife.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/07PGRaK.jpg)
Great photos and dinner!  :tu:
Omelette’s are great any time of the day!  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 04:21:29 AM
Day7

Breakfast with Mora Classic No1, though I am not 100% sure the sheath if made of leather(the craftsmanship do looks like it, but it sounds plastic when tapping on it), it should does add some flare to the knife.  Always love Mora, most majority of their knives are all value buy and always come ready to work.

(https://i.imgur.com/NaKmEwJ.jpg)
Looks great!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 07, 2019, 05:25:27 AM
Some nice knives and pictures.

Day 6

Winding down outside getting prepared for Dorian, it's expected to make landfall here tomorrow

Hopefully you won’t see much.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 07, 2019, 11:54:03 AM
Day 7:

Chose a Brusletto for today as I really like a Scandi knife :tu:
It's tiny, but very sharp.
Got it from my grandparents a long time ago, but haven't used it much.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190907/e1092f7d42ce867de16bda58a15b735a.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 07, 2019, 12:22:41 PM
 :like: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 07, 2019, 02:42:21 PM
At least it down to a Cat 1 on winds. Be safe  :tu:

Thanks Ray  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 07, 2019, 02:44:59 PM
Some nice knives and pictures.

Hopefully you won’t see much.

Thanks  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 07, 2019, 02:46:23 PM
Quote from: comis link=topic=81639.msg2005862#msg2005862 date=1567l

Hope everything would be fine, please stay safe! :salute:
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Thanks  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 07, 2019, 02:48:20 PM
Great challenge so far folks  :hatsoff:  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 07, 2019, 02:57:39 PM
Day 7

Opening a bag of cat litter, no worries I'm nowhere near the end product

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 07, 2019, 03:04:24 PM
Heheheh.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 03:21:45 PM
Day 7:

Chose a Brusletto for today as I really like a Scandi knife :tu:
It's tiny, but very sharp.
Got it from my grandparents a long time ago, but haven't used it much.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190907/e1092f7d42ce867de16bda58a15b735a.jpg)

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That is in great shape! I was thinking it a new knife  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 03:22:35 PM
Day 7

Opening a bag of cat litter, no worries I'm nowhere near the end product
Nice use!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 07, 2019, 03:26:04 PM
That is in great shape! I was thinking it a new knife  :tu:
It has spent most of the time on a shelf, and remembered I had it yesterday so it's about time it gets some use, and it fits great in my pocket :tu:
The condition is as new, even though it is 15-20 years old :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 03:31:17 PM
It has spent most of the time on a shelf, and remembered I had it yesterday so it's about time it gets some use, and it fits great in my pocket :tu:
The condition is as new, even though it is 15-20 years old :cheers:

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A pocket knife - cool  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 07, 2019, 04:08:24 PM
Day 7 and one week in!  The Puuko and I opened a box of tea and fixed a cup :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 07, 2019, 04:42:54 PM
How are you enjoying that one, Barry?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 07, 2019, 05:10:52 PM
So many great looking knives so far. I  :like: that Brusletto.  Who gets hurricanes in Canada??? That's just crazy. Be careful and stay safe.  Even if you don't see the eye wall of the storm the wind gusts are enough to blow in windows and damage roofs. Taping over windows doesn't work by the way. That's something they used to tell us back in the days when windows were made of plate glass. Now there is safety glass that shatters, so tape does nothing.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 07, 2019, 05:26:49 PM
Day: 07

Just running around doing some errands today. I figured I pack this little Busse Game Warden along:

(https://i.imgur.com/m11BIdv.jpg)



The blade is made from 3/16" stock, so the blade geometry is fairly obtuse, however, it takes a good edge and is more or less indestructible. Great ergos, too. With a blade length between a 93mm and 111mm SAK, I've found it to be a handy utility knife and easy to belt carry.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 07, 2019, 05:37:09 PM
Day: 07

Just running around doing some errands today. I figured I pack this little Busse Game Warden along:


The blade is made from 3/16" stock, so the blade geometry is fairly obtuse, however, it takes a good edge and is more or less indestructible. Great ergos, too. With a blade length between a 93mm and 111mm SAK, I've found it to be a handy utility knife and easy to belt carry.  :tu:

That is one beautiful knife!
 :like: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 07, 2019, 05:39:47 PM
It's raining outside ... so little TLC
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 07, 2019, 05:41:11 PM
That's a good looking knife, right there!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 07, 2019, 05:59:14 PM
Found this one while digging around for something else.  Kyley Harris did one of his CKC Hikers up for me, about 10 years ago.  Thought it'd be a good carving knife.  It was ok for baskets...better as a utility necker.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 07, 2019, 06:14:23 PM
Day: 07

Just running around doing some errands today. I figured I pack this little Busse Game Warden along:

(https://i.imgur.com/m11BIdv.jpg)



The blade is made from 3/16" stock, so the blade geometry is fairly obtuse, however, it takes a good edge and is more or less indestructible. Great ergos, too. With a blade length between a 93mm and 111mm SAK, I've found it to be a handy utility knife and easy to belt carry.  :tu:

ok that is a little beauty
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 07, 2019, 06:17:15 PM
day 7: finally got a chance to use my Mora to catch this vicious dinner

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48693530603_47138b3e8d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hbT5c6)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Vjeko Posavac on September 07, 2019, 07:23:51 PM
day 7: finally got a chance to use my Mora to catch this vicious dinner


You were outnumbered but Mora saved the day  :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 07, 2019, 08:59:06 PM
Day: 07  (bonus material)



Used the Game Warden to collect a few tomatoes for lunch:

(https://i.imgur.com/X7YrtHU.jpg)



The scratches on the blade occurred when I employed the Busse's integrated can opener mechanism......

(https://i.imgur.com/eptHZd2.jpg)




Even Busse's vaunted "Infi steel" succumbed to opening steel cans of Chick Peas.  This baby was hair-shaving sharp this morning, but now the edge seems to have rolled a bit.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 09:14:26 PM
So many great looking knives so far. I  :like: that Brusletto.  Who gets hurricanes in Canada??? That's just crazy. Be careful and stay safe.  Even if you don't see the eye wall of the storm the wind gusts are enough to blow in windows and damage roofs. Taping over windows doesn't work by the way. That's something they used to tell us back in the days when windows were made of plate glass. Now there is safety glass that shatters, so tape does nothing.
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
I guess nobody has noticed the photo!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 09:15:53 PM
Day: 07

Just running around doing some errands today. I figured I pack this little Busse Game Warden along:

(https://i.imgur.com/m11BIdv.jpg)



The blade is made from 3/16" stock, so the blade geometry is fairly obtuse, however, it takes a good edge and is more or less indestructible. Great ergos, too. With a blade length between a 93mm and 111mm SAK, I've found it to be a handy utility knife and easy to belt carry.  :tu:
Nice one  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 09:16:37 PM
It's raining outside ... so little TLC
Nice  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 09:18:09 PM
Found this one while digging around for something else.  Kyley Harris did one of his CKC Hikers up for me, about 10 years ago.  Thought it'd be a good carving knife.  It was ok for baskets...better as a utility necker.
Cool
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 09:19:37 PM
day 7: finally got a chance to use my Mora to catch this vicious dinner

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48693530603_47138b3e8d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hbT5c6)
Yummy  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 07, 2019, 09:21:00 PM
Day: 07  (bonus material)



Used the Game Warden to collect a few tomatoes for lunch:

(https://i.imgur.com/X7YrtHU.jpg)



The scratches on the blade occurred when I employed the Busse's integrated can opener mechanism......

(https://i.imgur.com/eptHZd2.jpg)




Even Busse's vaunted "Infi steel" succumbed to opening steel cans of Chick Peas.  This baby was hair-shaving sharp this morning, but now the edge seems to have rolled a bit.  :dunno:
Rolled already  :rant:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 07, 2019, 09:57:02 PM
So many great looking knives so far. I  :like: that Brusletto.  Who gets hurricanes in Canada??? That's just crazy. Be careful and stay safe.  Even if you don't see the eye wall of the storm the wind gusts are enough to blow in windows and damage roofs. Taping over windows doesn't work by the way. That's something they used to tell us back in the days when windows were made of plate glass. Now there is safety glass that shatters, so tape does nothing.


Am I the only one who noticed a hand in the fridge being stored with the water?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 07, 2019, 09:57:44 PM
Day: 07  (bonus material)



Used the Game Warden to collect a few tomatoes for lunch:

(https://i.imgur.com/X7YrtHU.jpg)



The scratches on the blade occurred when I employed the Busse's integrated can opener mechanism......

(https://i.imgur.com/eptHZd2.jpg)




Even Busse's vaunted "Infi steel" succumbed to opening steel cans of Chick Peas.  This baby was hair-shaving sharp this morning, but now the edge seems to have rolled a bit.  :dunno:

They make a great looking knife but Lm and Vic make a better can opener
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 07, 2019, 10:08:43 PM
I have been doing a different maker every day so far with a little bit of history thrown in but this will be my last as it's all i have, the rest will be randomly picked from the makers already posted, i have a few of each so we are still on target for a different knife each day  :tu:

Day 7

E. Jonsson,  after the last brother (Anders) from Broderna Jonsson passed away in 1987, his son Holger Jonsson took over the business with his cousin Erik (son of John) and from then the knives were stamped E. Jonsson, they are still making knives today albeit part time, Holger being 94 years old and Erik 71  :salute:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48694799997_fa4418db74_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 07, 2019, 10:20:36 PM
So many great looking knives so far. I  :like: that Brusletto.  Who gets hurricanes in Canada??? That's just crazy. Be careful and stay safe.  Even if you don't see the eye wall of the storm the wind gusts are enough to blow in windows and damage roofs. Taping over windows doesn't work by the way. That's something they used to tell us back in the days when windows were made of plate glass. Now there is safety glass that shatters, so tape does nothing.
Is that a hand you are saving for a bbq later?

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 08, 2019, 01:00:19 AM
Borg, you forgot the picture. :facepalm:
Hand you say?  What hand? :angel:
Day 7
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 08, 2019, 01:06:09 AM
That Busse Game Warden looks like a great little knife. What does the sheath look like?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 05:02:47 AM
It's a simple pouch sheath. Showing a bit of wear, but still in good shape.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/JdJuV6X.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 05:12:07 AM
Day 8

Mora Classic No. 2 helps open a coffee packet to get me started.  I used to think full tang is the gold standard in fixed blade, and won't want my knives in another way.  But once I started buying and using Mora knives, I start to realize how utilitarian and durable rat tail knives are.  And the best part about these knives are the light weight, most of them have great balance and inexpensive.  This particular one has the balance point right where the bolster meet the handle, just plain lovely!  I put a rubber band 'lanyard' at the top of the sheath, such way it is easy to put on and off to retain the knife.


(https://i.imgur.com/jQzaLLh.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 08, 2019, 05:24:36 AM
Day 7 Pizza :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 05:26:48 AM
Day 7 Pizza :ahhh

Love the comical effect with a big chopper on the pizza, I'm sure no one will be fighting you for the last piece. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 05:34:48 AM
So many great looking knives so far. I  :like: that Brusletto.  Who gets hurricanes in Canada??? That's just crazy. Be careful and stay safe.  Even if you don't see the eye wall of the storm the wind gusts are enough to blow in windows and damage roofs. Taping over windows doesn't work by the way. That's something they used to tell us back in the days when windows were made of plate glass. Now there is safety glass that shatters, so tape does nothing.


Yet almost everyone is still taping the windows nowadays whenever the typhoon comes, some even got creative with it:
(https://i.imgur.com/mDaA4iI.jpg)


Btw, why no one is noticing that frozen hand in the lower right in Alan K's picture? :o :o :o   I too binge watch my walking dead, but I still notice it! >:D :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 05:37:03 AM
Found this one while digging around for something else.  Kyley Harris did one of his CKC Hikers up for me, about 10 years ago.  Thought it'd be a good carving knife.  It was ok for baskets...better as a utility necker.

That's a thoughtful gift! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 05:39:59 AM
Day: 07  (bonus material)



Used the Game Warden to collect a few tomatoes for lunch:

(https://i.imgur.com/X7YrtHU.jpg)



The scratches on the blade occurred when I employed the Busse's integrated can opener mechanism......

(https://i.imgur.com/eptHZd2.jpg)




Even Busse's vaunted "Infi steel" succumbed to opening steel cans of Chick Peas.  This baby was hair-shaving sharp this morning, but now the edge seems to have rolled a bit.  :dunno:

I remembered watching all those destructive test of Busse, and everyone wants one.  Hmmm...maybe there is something special about the Chick Peas can, and it is telling us to turn it into a knife? :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 05:41:11 AM
Borg, you forgot the picture. :facepalm:
Hand you say?  What hand? :angel:
Day 7


Wait, what?  You killed Lizzie?  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 08, 2019, 02:44:36 PM
I had to look up Busse knives. I shouldn't have done that. Now I am sad because they are so expensive I know I'll never get one.  That Game Warden is one of their least expensive models and it is about 3 times the price of my most expensive knife. Nix I hope you enjoy the hell out of it, and use it in good health.
:hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 03:35:56 PM
Am I the only one who noticed a hand in the fridge being stored with the water?
See #317
I was surprised also.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 03:37:34 PM
Borg, you forgot the picture. :facepalm:
Hand you say?  What hand? :angel:
Day 7
Nice  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 03:38:06 PM
I had to look up Busse knives. I shouldn't have done that. Now I am sad because they are so expensive I know I'll never get one.  That Game Warden is one of their least expensive models and it is about 3 times the price of my most expensive knife. Nix I hope you enjoy the hell out of it, and use it in good health.
:hatsoff:

I've had three Busse knives. The Game Warden is my favorite model. While Busse knives are well made, I think they are ridiculously over-priced. The Infi steel isn't anything special in my mind, although it does seem pretty tough and takes a good edge. I didn't expect the edge to roll so easily when using it to open a can. However, the edge did come back quickly after a few strokes on a ceramic rod. This is about the same as my experience with good S30V.

I was about to type that I had given away my other two Busse's when I just recalled that I still have one of the other two. I'll dig it out and carry it today for the challenge. Photos to follow.

In short: We live in the Golden Age of knives and are spoiled for selection. Don't regret not getting a Busse; I'm not going to regret getting another one.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 03:40:27 PM
Day 8

Mora Classic No. 2 helps open a coffee packet to get me started.  I used to think full tang is the gold standard in fixed blade, and won't want my knives in another way.  But once I started buying and using Mora knives, I start to realize how utilitarian and durable rat tail knives are.  And the best part about these knives are the light weight, most of them have great balance and inexpensive.  This particular one has the balance point right where the bolster meet the handle, just plain lovely!  I put a rubber band 'lanyard' at the top of the sheath, such way it is easy to put on and off to retain the knife.


(https://i.imgur.com/jQzaLLh.jpg)
Thats cool ideal on the “lanyard”  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 03:41:13 PM
Day 7 Pizza :ahhh
Pizza Pizza - love it!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 03:44:41 PM
I've had a three Busse knives. The Game Warden is my favorite model. While Busse knives are well made, I think they are ridiculously over-priced. The Infi steel isn't anything special in my mind, although it does seem pretty tough and takes a good edge. I didn't expect the edge to roll so easily when using it to open a can. However, the edge did come back quickly after a few strokes on a ceramic rod. This is about the same as my experience with good S30V.

I was about to type that I had given away my other two Busse's when I just recalled that I still have one of the other two. I'll dig it out and carry it today for the challenge. Photos to follow.

In short: We live in the Golden Age of knives and are spoiled for selection. Don't regret not getting a Busse; I'm not going to regret getting another one.

I know some of the knife makers are not always careful with the grind, and all the motorised belt may burn the edge easily.  Don't know that's the case for the knife, but do you think sharpening away some steel may restore the steel to its optimal performance?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 08, 2019, 03:45:05 PM
Pizza Pizza - love it!  :cheers:
Thats cool ideal on the “lanyard”  :tu:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 08, 2019, 03:46:25 PM
Day 8: Very well Jack!  It has a feel all it's own.  I've used it for all kinds of kitchen duty, as well as the usual parcel openings.  Here is a pic of a couple of this year's garden produce.
How are you enjoying that one, Barry?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 08, 2019, 04:21:48 PM
Day 8

We just got power back after 20hrs, but breakfast was grilled cheese on the camp stove

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 08, 2019, 04:23:06 PM
Yet almost everyone is still taping the windows nowadays whenever the typhoon comes, some even got creative with it:
(https://i.imgur.com/mDaA4iI.jpg)


Btw, why no one is noticing that frozen hand in the lower right in Alan K's picture? :o :o :o   I too binge watch my walking dead, but I still notice it! >:D :popcorn:
I think there is a couple of us that saw the hand :rofl:
Those who didn't probably has hands in their freezer to :rofl:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 08, 2019, 04:27:55 PM
Day 8:

Roastbeef and ham for breakfast.

And found some fatwood while walking the dog :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190908/c0448173abf3a1fbb2185aa4fd3de9d3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190908/2228b5767d12157bebc16e709780ed55.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 08, 2019, 04:28:19 PM
Nothing better than a camp stove grilled cheese.  I'm glad you folks are okay Greg!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 08, 2019, 04:28:51 PM
 :drool: Looks great RF!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 08, 2019, 04:29:22 PM
:cheers: Barry

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 08, 2019, 04:40:00 PM
So many great looking knives so far. I  :like: that Brusletto.  Who gets hurricanes in Canada??? That's just crazy. Be careful and stay safe.  Even if you don't see the eye wall of the storm the wind gusts are enough to blow in windows and damage roofs. Taping over windows doesn't work by the way. That's something they used to tell us back in the days when windows were made of plate glass. Now there is safety glass that shatters, so tape does nothing.

Here in Atlantic Canada, a lot of the named storms reach us,. usually at tropical or post tropical strength, but every so often one maintains hurricane status with a defined eye, Dorian did, I live more inland so we fared well.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 08, 2019, 04:43:45 PM

Nothing better than a camp stove grilled cheese.  I'm glad you folks are okay Greg!

Thanks Barry, I live inland in a smaller somewhat rural community, we escaped the full force, but Halifax where Grant lives was hit pretty hard
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 04:52:06 PM
I know some of the knife makers are not always careful with the grind, and all the motorised belt may burn the edge easily.  Don't know that's the case for the knife, but do you think sharpening away some steel may restore the steel to its optimal performance?

Good question.

I don't mean to be to negative about this particular knife or it's steel. I do wonder if this blade didn't get the optimal heat treat, but l've never had any knife hold a razor's edge after driving it through a steel can or sheet of steel. This knife has been sharpened up a bit, so some of the leading mass of steel has been removed, exposing inner steel. 'Some', but not a lot. I do think it would have been better to use 1/8" stock for the blade instead of 3/16". Small knives like this one are not typically used for massively stressful work, so I don't see the need for the extra-thick blade. With thinner blade stock, the edge geometry would be a bit more useful for detail work, I think.

If Busse's Infi steel is so great, why do they make so many models with thick blades?  :think:

I'm also not crazy about coatings on knife blades. They scratch, as happened with this one, and often add some resistance. I stripped some of the cerakote off the spin so that it could be used to strike a ferro rod. You can't strike a ferro rod with a cerakote covered blade.

So, several drawbacks with this knife (and a some of theother Busse knives I've owned), but I like this one overall.  It's a great little knife and should give years of use.  :tu:

Here's a shot next to an Izula:

(https://i.imgur.com/BLKPOnz.jpg)



Fairly similar designs, although the larger handle on the Game Warden is great. I do like the ergonomics of the Game Warden. An Izula II might be a better comparison. For the money, I ithnk the Izzy (Izzy II) is the way to go.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 04:52:45 PM
Thanks Barry, I live inland in a smaller somewhat rural community, we escaped the full force, but Halifax where Grant lives was hit pretty hard


I've seen photos of the downed trees in Halifax. Going to take some time to clean up.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 08, 2019, 05:32:13 PM
Here in Atlantic Canada, a lot of the named storms reach us,. usually at tropical or post tropical strength, but every so often one maintains hurricane status with a defined eye, Dorian did, I live more inland so we fared well.
I'm glad you got your power back so quickly. I was without power for 10 days after Irma in 2017.
Day 8
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 08, 2019, 05:56:08 PM
Running low on these Honeycrisp apples.  Going to the mountains, in about 6 weeks, but they'll be out of season then.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 06:09:01 PM

Day: 08


My other Busse

(https://i.imgur.com/wWJiFDl.jpg)



I like this one a bit more than the Game Warden, although the Game Warden has better ergos for me. This Busse (forgot the model name) has a blade that is about the same length as a 111mm SAK. A good all-around size for me. And a nice blade shape, too. Also, the blade thickness is a bout 1/8" so the overall edge geometry is great.   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 08, 2019, 06:17:13 PM
Nix, how are those small knives working with your big hands?

In other news...
day 8: survived the shaving challenge

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48699433308_aa5d5bf601_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hcpjRS)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 07:10:04 PM
Day 8:

Roastbeef and ham for breakfast.

And found some fatwood while walking the dog :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190908/c0448173abf3a1fbb2185aa4fd3de9d3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190908/2228b5767d12157bebc16e709780ed55.jpg)

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Roast beef and ham! Man that sounds great!  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 07:13:29 PM
Good question.

I don't mean to be to negative about this particular knife or it's steel. I do wonder if this blade didn't get the optimal heat treat, but l've never had any knife hold a razor's edge after driving it through a steel can or sheet of steel. This knife has been sharpened up a bit, so some of the leading mass of steel has been removed, exposing inner steel. 'Some', but not a lot. I do think it would have been better to use 1/8" stock for the blade instead of 3/16". Small knives like this one are not typically used for massively stressful work, so I don't see the need for the extra-thick blade. With thinner blade stock, the edge geometry would be a bit more useful for detail work, I think.

If Busse's Infi steel is so great, why do they make so many models with thick blades?  :think:

I'm also not crazy about coatings on knife blades. They scratch, as happened with this one, and often add some resistance. I stripped some of the cerakote off the spin so that it could be used to strike a ferro rod. You can't strike a ferro rod with a cerakote covered blade.

So, several drawbacks with this knife (and a some of theother Busse knives I've owned), but I like this one overall.  It's a great little knife and should give years of use.  :tu:

Here's a shot next to an Izula:

(https://i.imgur.com/BLKPOnz.jpg)



Fairly similar designs, although the larger handle on the Game Warden is great. I do like the ergonomics of the Game Warden. An Izula II might be a better comparison. For the money, I ithnk the Izzy (Izzy II) is the way to go.  :tu:
Nice comparison photo. And you are so right about any coating on the spine and rod striking.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 07:14:23 PM
I'm glad you got your power back so quickly. I was without power for 10 days after Irma in 2017.
Day 8
Nice fixie  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 08, 2019, 07:14:58 PM
I think the Game Warden is a nicer looking knife than this other model but I agree this other might be the more useful of the two.  Styx, I hope you still have both ears! :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 07:15:10 PM
Running low on these Honeycrisp apples.  Going to the mountains, in about 6 weeks, but they'll be out of season then.
They are so good!  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 07:16:47 PM
Day: 08


My other Busse

(https://i.imgur.com/wWJiFDl.jpg)



I like this one a bit more than the Game Warden, although the Game Warden has better ergos for me. This Busse (forgot the model name) has a blade that is about the same length as a 111mm SAK. A good all-around size for me. And a nice blade shape, too. Also, the blade thickness is a bout 1/8" so the overall edge geometry is great.   :tu:
My favorite blade length!  :tu:
Nice looking Busse!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2019, 07:17:40 PM
Nix, how are those small knives working with your big hands?

In other news...
day 8: survived the shaving challenge

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48699433308_aa5d5bf601_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hcpjRS)
Nice - so no blood then  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 08, 2019, 07:22:17 PM
Ray, I've had the Explorer Tanto for 20 years and I have used it hard on various camping trips. It is pretty much indestructible and after carrying it for a week I have gotten more comfortable with it.  I just have to slide it around on my belt when I sit down to avoid getting poked in the ribs. :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 08, 2019, 07:29:27 PM
Roast beef and ham! Man that sounds great!  :drool:
It was very good :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 08, 2019, 07:30:38 PM
Borg, you forgot the picture. :facepalm:

 :D  :oops:

Big old Frosts today, Sunday is a good day for it as i best not take it too far from the house   :pok:

Although i do have a pizza wheel i prefer a knife to cut them, and this one does it well  :tu:

Day 8

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48700322257_43c6219df0_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 08, 2019, 07:30:46 PM
Nix, how are those small knives working with your big hands?

In other news...
day 8: survived the shaving challenge

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48699433308_aa5d5bf601_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hcpjRS)
That's great :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 08:41:50 PM
Styx, the handles on these are still bigger than the handle of a SAK. So, from that perspective they are good. My favorite size handles? No, I like 'em bigger, but I can adapt to just about anything with a bit of practice.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 09:45:21 PM

Day: 08  (bonus material)


We are expecting a big rain storm later...not Halifax big, mind you, but big for us. Adventure Boy and I went out for a short hike before the rain started up.

(https://i.imgur.com/WRyEFVb.jpg)



The Busse came along, but didn't see any action. It's always nice to have a good knife along when out on a walk, though.

(https://i.imgur.com/Cm4CJyW.jpg)



Finished sanding the handle on the knife I'm making. Have a coat of linseed oil on it now.  Hope to finish up the knife tomorrow. Then it will be sheath time......
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 08, 2019, 10:08:14 PM
Day: 08  (bonus material)


We are expecting a big rain storm later...not Halifax big, mind you, but big for us. Adventure Boy and I went out for a short hike before the rain started up.

(https://i.imgur.com/WRyEFVb.jpg)



The Busse came along, but didn't see any action. It's always nice to have a good knife along when out on a walk, though.

(https://i.imgur.com/Cm4CJyW.jpg)



Finished sanding the handle on the knife I'm making. Have a coat of linseed oil on it now.  Hope to finish up the knife tomorrow. Then it will be sheath time......
Cool companion you have there :like:
Looking forward to seeing your new knife :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 08, 2019, 10:30:47 PM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 01:22:59 AM
:D  :oops:

Big old Frosts today, Sunday is a good day for it as i best not take it too far from the house   :pok:

Although i do have a pizza wheel i prefer a knife to cut them, and this one does it well  :tu:

Day 8

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48700322257_43c6219df0_z.jpg)
How’s that’s a knife!  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 01:24:55 AM
Day: 08  (bonus material)


We are expecting a big rain storm later...not Halifax big, mind you, but big for us. Adventure Boy and I went out for a short hike before the rain started up.

(https://i.imgur.com/WRyEFVb.jpg)



The Busse came along, but didn't see any action. It's always nice to have a good knife along when out on a walk, though.

(https://i.imgur.com/Cm4CJyW.jpg)



Finished sanding the handle on the knife I'm making. Have a coat of linseed oil on it now.  Hope to finish up the knife tomorrow. Then it will be sheath time......
Nice photos and glad to see Adventure Boy kept you company.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 09, 2019, 02:39:15 AM
Day9

Mora Craftsman cuts open a hot beverage packet, while we wait to eat my fancy pants instant noodle for breakfast.  I got this craftsman since I really do like the Classic No.2, and the bonus is the guard does click into the sheath to help retention.

(https://i.imgur.com/Y5M2cki.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 09, 2019, 02:40:38 AM
Nothing better than a camp stove grilled cheese.  I'm glad you folks are okay Greg!

 :iagree:



Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 09, 2019, 02:58:18 AM
Good question.

I don't mean to be to negative about this particular knife or it's steel. I do wonder if this blade didn't get the optimal heat treat, but l've never had any knife hold a razor's edge after driving it through a steel can or sheet of steel. This knife has been sharpened up a bit, so some of the leading mass of steel has been removed, exposing inner steel. 'Some', but not a lot. I do think it would have been better to use 1/8" stock for the blade instead of 3/16". Small knives like this one are not typically used for massively stressful work, so I don't see the need for the extra-thick blade. With thinner blade stock, the edge geometry would be a bit more useful for detail work, I think.

If Busse's Infi steel is so great, why do they make so many models with thick blades?  :think:

I'm also not crazy about coatings on knife blades. They scratch, as happened with this one, and often add some resistance. I stripped some of the cerakote off the spin so that it could be used to strike a ferro rod. You can't strike a ferro rod with a cerakote covered blade.

So, several drawbacks with this knife (and a some of theother Busse knives I've owned), but I like this one overall.  It's a great little knife and should give years of use.  :tu:

Here's a shot next to an Izula:

(https://i.imgur.com/BLKPOnz.jpg)



Fairly similar designs, although the larger handle on the Game Warden is great. I do like the ergonomics of the Game Warden. An Izula II might be a better comparison. For the money, I ithnk the Izzy (Izzy II) is the way to go.  :tu:


I too agree for a smaller knife, most folks would probably want a thinner blade stock to help with slicing and detail works.  I guess the sad thing about any famous hard-use brands is their user all expect their knives to be indestructible, so they will use them to baton/pry/stab till their heart content.  And I think that might be the reason why use thick stock even for a small knife. 

I know the coating for non-stick cookware is extremely cancerous once pealed off, and not knowing exactly the composition for all different coatings on modern knives, I try to only use certain non-coated knives for food prep.  But for steel that are prone to rust, I think coating does help to prevent that.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 09, 2019, 03:19:23 AM
The coating definitely helps prevent rusting. However, on balance, I prefer no coating. There are pro's and con's to both approaches, for sure.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 04:46:04 AM
Day9

Mora Craftsman cuts open a hot beverage packet, while we wait to eat my fancy pants instant noodle for breakfast.  I got this craftsman since I really do like the Classic No.2, and the bonus is the guard does click into the sheath to help retention.

(https://i.imgur.com/Y5M2cki.jpg)
Nice guard  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 09, 2019, 08:36:05 AM
Nice guard  :like:

Thanks!  I wish I could claim I made it, but I didn't. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 09, 2019, 08:39:05 AM
The coating definitely helps prevent rusting. However, on balance, I prefer no coating. There are pro's and con's to both approaches, for sure.  :tu:

Same here, by and large, I too would prefer no coating but that will very much depends on the steel.  Being a little OCD, I still can't tolerate unplanned patina on my knives :facepalm: , but coating does help solve some of that problem. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 09, 2019, 12:30:27 PM
Day 9:

Packages at work as usual.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190909/e2da1d8aeebd417c4538046e186ea26f.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 09, 2019, 01:34:16 PM
Mora Robust
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 02:06:06 PM
Day 9:

Packages at work as usual.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190909/e2da1d8aeebd417c4538046e186ea26f.jpg)

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One of my favorite uses...opening packages!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 02:12:19 PM
Mora Robust
Nice Maxpedition and knife!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 09, 2019, 02:30:59 PM
Day 9: A change of pace today, with the Bear Grylls knife.  These knives are not only handy, but make good hunting knives too!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 09, 2019, 03:11:11 PM
Mora Robust

Don't have this one, but do hear a lot of good things about it.  How does it compare to other Mora(I am especially interested in its performance against Mora bushcraft black/survial), or other blade in similar profile?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 09, 2019, 03:19:53 PM
Day 9: A change of pace today, with the Bear Grylls knife.  These knives are not only handy, but make good hunting knives too!

I've seen mixed reviews on BG knives, how does your's perform? :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 09, 2019, 07:33:52 PM
Day 9
I too felt the  urge to carry something different today. Behold, in all it's glory, I present you with the $1.99 Survival neck knife from BudK. My companion for the day. If you have ever wondered what happened to all the tuna can lids you've thrown away over the years I can tell you they were not used to construct this knife.  Tuna can lids are sharp.  This knife has a chisel edge so it will be good for scraping chewing gum off the sidewalk, and I was very nearly able to get it sharp enough to shred cardboard or rip open letters.  It came with really flimsy string for a necklace, so I replaced that with a boot lace.  It does have a working whistle molded into the scabbard which is kind of cool, and I have to admit it is very handy to grab it when it is hanging from my neck.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 08:05:14 PM
Day 9
I too felt the  urge to carry something different today. Behold, in all it's glory, I present you with the $1.99 Survival neck knife from BudK. My companion for the day. If you have ever wondered what happened to all the tuna can lids you've thrown away over the years I can tell you they were not used to construct this knife.  Tuna can lids are sharp.  This knife has a chisel edge so it will be good for scraping chewing gum off the sidewalk, and I was very nearly able to get it sharp enough to shred cardboard or rip open letters.  It came with really flimsy string for a necklace, so I replaced that with a boot lace.  It does have a working whistle molded into the scabbard which is kind of cool, and I have to admit it is very handy to grab it when it is hanging from my neck.
$1.99  :tu:
I would have paid that! A beater status knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: SteveC on September 09, 2019, 08:10:55 PM
Mora Robust

Looks like you missed Day 8  Obi     :think:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: kottskrapa on September 09, 2019, 08:14:00 PM
Day 9
I too felt the  urge to carry something different today. Behold, in all it's glory, I present you with the $1.99 Survival neck knife from BudK. My companion for the day. If you have ever wondered what happened to all the tuna can lids you've thrown away over the years I can tell you they were not used to construct this knife.  Tuna can lids are sharp.  This knife has a chisel edge so it will be good for scraping chewing gum off the sidewalk, and I was very nearly able to get it sharp enough to shred cardboard or rip open letters.  It came with really flimsy string for a necklace, so I replaced that with a boot lace.  It does have a working whistle molded into the scabbard which is kind of cool, and I have to admit it is very handy to grab it when it is hanging from my neck.
I think I have had one of those.. But it was marked with smith and Wesson if I remember correctly. Traded it with a former coworker and he uses it for a letter opener on his desk at home.

[It's not failure if you learn something from it]

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 09, 2019, 08:38:18 PM
Looks like you missed Day 8  Obi     :think:

That was Day 8 i take that picture early but didnt come home into 7am this morning .. I was all over the place... At show , hospital , driving 200 miles hahah :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 09, 2019, 08:49:16 PM
Day: 09


I find this Busse easy to carry and a pleasure to use. I meant to carry a different knife today, but this one was a handy and too easy, so a repeat today. A rainy day, a cool day, an inside day, which means a bit of cooking. Feels like Fall is on the way.....

(https://i.imgur.com/sn33Vq7.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 09, 2019, 09:45:16 PM
Day 9

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48707066538_591f9b2a8e.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 09, 2019, 09:49:09 PM
day 9: finally chasing that strength again. with a Mora ofc

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48707033128_63f38e2970_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hd5h2f)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 09, 2019, 09:52:04 PM
I've had good luck with mine.  For whatever reason, I've always managed to get "Wednesday Gerber's" that just seemed to go together right.  I've witnessed quite a few Gerber products that didn't. 
I've seen mixed reviews on BG knives, how does your's perform? :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 09, 2019, 11:01:39 PM
Day 9

A fixed blade in the pocket is a great work tool for me  :tu:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 11:08:19 PM
Day: 09


I find this Busse easy to carry and a pleasure to use. I meant to carry a different knife today, but this one was a handy and too easy, so a repeat today. A rainy day, a cool day, an inside day, which means a bit of cooking. Feels like Fall is on the way.....

(https://i.imgur.com/sn33Vq7.jpg)
Fall is on its way? Come to Florida is you get to missing the heat!  :whistle:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 11:08:57 PM
Day 9

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48707066538_591f9b2a8e.jpg)
Nice photo,  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 09, 2019, 11:10:46 PM
Day 9

A fixed blade in the pocket is a great work tool for me  :tu:
Very nice!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 09, 2019, 11:19:11 PM
I'm really just getting caught up here, great content everyone  :tu: :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: SteveC on September 09, 2019, 11:46:32 PM
 :iagree: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 04:59:40 AM
Day 9

Mora Garberg, I got it a few years back but have to admit I still haven't fully warm up to it just yet. 


It was one of the most anticipated Mora that year, because of its full tang construction.  Personally, I have used my Bushcraft survival and even subject it to hard use(a fair amount of batoning), and it is has proven itself as the perfect knife for me, great ergo, perfect balance at index finger and it even felt 'light' in my medium sized hand, despite it has a thick stock at 3.2mm(1/8")

Garberg in someway is an overbuilt and oversized version of the Bushcraft survial.  It still the same stock thickness and similar sharpening angle, but much taller blade and the full tang construction make it feel substantially heavier in hand.  The balance is off to the middle finger, and handle is much bigger than the Bushcraft survival as well.

I sometimes kinda why Garberg comes into existence.  Don't get me wrong, it is a really, really robust knife and if you have a bigger hand and don't mind heavier knife, you will love this knife.  The multi carry system is also well thought of, and very functional.  But I have seen destructive test done to Mora Robust(similar to Survival) and Survival Black, they can baton thru brick, concrete and wood, people can stand entire body weight on the knife, and it looks near indestructible to me.  Do we really need to overbuild a knife to do even more than that? :think:

(https://i.imgur.com/KeWjPDU.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 05:01:13 AM
Day: 09


I find this Busse easy to carry and a pleasure to use. I meant to carry a different knife today, but this one was a handy and too easy, so a repeat today. A rainy day, a cool day, an inside day, which means a bit of cooking. Feels like Fall is on the way.....

(https://i.imgur.com/sn33Vq7.jpg)

Jalapeno Cheese Toast?  >:D :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 05:03:07 AM
Day 9

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48707066538_591f9b2a8e.jpg)
The red handle looks sharp in the woods!


day 9: finally chasing that strength again. with a Mora ofc

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48707033128_63f38e2970_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hd5h2f)
I like how the Chinese character "strength" stands in the background as you get yours back. :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 05:04:37 AM
I've had good luck with mine.  For whatever reason, I've always managed to get "Wednesday Gerber's" that just seemed to go together right.  I've witnessed quite a few Gerber products that didn't. 

That's awesome! :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 05:05:15 AM
Very nice!  :tu:

 :iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 05:14:08 AM
Jalapeno Cheese Toast?  >:D :pok:

 :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 05:19:23 AM

Mora Garberg, I got it a few years back but have to admit I still haven't fully warm up to it just yet. 



I like my Garberg.  :tu:  I chipped the edge of mine in a moment of careless batonning. That event served as a reminder that scandi-grinds are a pain to resharpen. However, the Garberg takes an excellent edge with a bit of effort. That steel is nice stuff.

Overbuilt?  I don't think so. It's a solid knife, but all knives are subject to breakage if abused. I don't think the Garberg is an exception to that rule. Always nice to have some confidence in a knife, too.

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 10, 2019, 05:28:16 AM

I like my Garberg.  :tu:  I chipped the edge of mine in a moment of careless batonning. That event served as a reminder that scandi-grinds are a pain to resharpen. However, the Garberg takes an excellent edge with a bit of effort. That steel is nice stuff.

Overbuilt?  I don't think so. It's a solid knife, but all knives are subject to breakage if abused. I don't think the Garberg is an exception to that rule. Always nice to have some confidence in a knife, too.


get Companion Spark 3.9-Inch Fixed-Blade 
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 10, 2019, 05:47:23 AM
I hope that my apple pics aren't getting so expected, but, once more...

We're running low now, so...
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 05:48:20 AM

I like my Garberg.  :tu:  I chipped the edge of mine in a moment of careless batonning. That event served as a reminder that scandi-grinds are a pain to resharpen. However, the Garberg takes an excellent edge with a bit of effort. That steel is nice stuff.

Overbuilt?  I don't think so. It's a solid knife, but all knives are subject to breakage if abused. I don't think the Garberg is an exception to that rule. Always nice to have some confidence in a knife, too.



I was thinking about you as I type, and possibly may like the larger handle than me. :D

I know you probably are way better in free hand sharpening than I am, but don't you think the scandi grind has a 'pre-set' angle so it should be easier to sharpen?  Or were you trying to restore it back to it factory secondary bevel(which I think is much harder free handling it)? :pok:

My biggest qualm with Garberg is the balance, I too like the full tang confidence it instill and don't mind it being heavier. If I have a belt sander, I would love to mod this knife to make a slightly smaller handle with better balance.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 05:55:19 AM

get Companion Spark 3.9-Inch Fixed-Blade 

I saw this on Dave Canterbury channel, I think it is a good update on the original Lightmyfire blade.  The original LMF knife has so-so balance, but with a knife being so light, the imbalance is probably less noticeable.  With bigger and beefier blade, I have hoped the new version might achieve a better balance in hand while making it overall more robust to use.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 10, 2019, 06:01:25 AM
Day 9 New Passport   :mail: :ahhh :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 10, 2019, 07:58:13 AM
Day 10: I used my Puuko to cut open a muffin for breakfast.  The blade was a little thick but did the trick.  This knife is definitely robust!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 10, 2019, 08:00:08 AM
Nice - so no blood then  :tu:

fortunately for me, no blood

Styx, the handles on these are still bigger than the handle of a SAK. So, from that perspective they are good. My favorite size handles? No, I like 'em bigger, but I can adapt to just about anything with a bit of practice.  :tu:


i know what you mean by adapting. still nice to have things fit. i'd say like a glove, but sometimes those are a pain to find in the right size  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 10, 2019, 03:16:39 PM

get Companion Spark 3.9-Inch Fixed-Blade
Thats a neat ideal.  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 10, 2019, 03:17:46 PM
I hope that my apple pics aren't getting so expected, but, once more...

We're running low now, so...
Nice and I’m out of apples and off to the grocery store later today!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 03:18:26 PM

I know you probably are way better in free hand sharpening than I am, but don't you think the scandi grind has a 'pre-set' angle so it should be easier to sharpen?  Or were you trying to restore it back to it factory secondary bevel(which I think is much harder free handling it)? :pok:


With a true Scandi grind, there is no secondary bevel, right? It's just a flat V-grind from the blade to the edge. In theory. But, when I  "hone" a Scandi knife freehand, I inevitably introduce a "micro-bevel" at the sharp bit of that v-grind. 

Just to be sure we're using the same terms the same way:

(https://i.imgur.com/7Kb9iok.jpg)



A micro-bevel on a scandi knife is not 'ideal', but it actually works fairly well and makes for a more durable edge: there is more steel to support the cutting edge carbides. For that reason, I don't mind putting a fine micro-bevel on a Scandi. However, when removing a chip from the edge, i.e. sharpening vs simple honing, you have to remove metal from the entire side of the primary bevel, effectively worknig back into the flat, in order to reestablish a true scandi edge. Even with a slight chip (as in my case), this requires removing a lot of metal.

It's true that you only need to follow the angle set by the factory edge, so I would think it is easier, but maintaining that perfectly consistent angle freehand is really tough (perhaps just personal skill-limitation for me), especially if it requires doing so hundreds of times. When sharpening a chisel, there are no curves to accommodate and the leading edge of a chisel is only a couple inches wide (at most, for typical home chisels). So sharpening a chisel is fairly straightforward.....and I usually end up putting a smalll micro bevel on my chisels, too.  :facepalm:  Achieving perfection is harder than it seems.

I suppose it's good practice though.  :D

With a hollow grind, flat grind w/ secondary bevel, or even convex edge, there is inherently less metal to remove to resharpen a knife, and the process is more forgiving in my experience. Perhaps highly skilled sharpeners would argue the opposite, but that's my experience.

That's not to say that I dislike scandi knives! Quite the opposite. I find Scandi knives to be great for many tasks. They are super-precise when carving wood (essentially a chisel edge on a knife). But I do find them to be a bit trickier to sharpen perfectly. That's my experience anyway: a lot of metal to remove, many chances to introduce variance.  :oops:

(Couldn't find my old photos of the resharpened Garberg. I'll try to post one a bit later.  :tu:)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 03:19:22 PM
Nice and I’m out of apples and off to the grocery store later today!


The first apples of the new season are showing up in markets now. I (and Mrs Nix, an apple fiend) are super excited!  :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 10, 2019, 03:20:08 PM
Day 9 New Passport   :mail: :ahhh :woohoo:
Nice!
Passport - cool.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 10, 2019, 03:26:37 PM
Day 10: I used my Puuko to cut open a muffin for breakfast.  The blade was a little thick but did the trick.  This knife is definitely robust!
You have a winner with that Puukko  :2tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 05:31:09 PM
Day: 10


Mora Garberg pictured with today's carry, a ML EDC. Matt does some great stuff with steel and this little EDC is exceptionally useful. The broad 3" blade is an amazing cutter and allows for some great grips. It's easy to choke up and grip the blade itself for fine work or precise cuts. One of my favorites!  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/Ht5kdrZ.jpg)



In re sharpening scandi-grinds, in this close up of the Garberg, you can see where I was a bit inconsistent and missed the shoulder (low) in one spot, and again (high) in another spot. It is just tough to be consistent when freehand sharpening (for me).

(https://i.imgur.com/mk7mnnv.jpg)



The dark spot is a reflection of my iPhone.  ;)

This edge, even with the inconsistencies, is hair-popping sharp; however, I suspect those inconsistencies might become amplified over time. How much of an issue this might be is debatable. Currently the knife is a great cutter!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 10, 2019, 05:46:29 PM
Day: 10


Mora Garberg pictured with today's carry, a ML EDC. Matt does some great stuff with steel and this little EDC is exceptionally useful. The broad 3" blade is an amazing cutter and allows for some great grips. It's easy to choke up and grip the blade itself for fine work or precise cuts. One of my favorites!  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/Ht5kdrZ.jpg)



In re sharpening scandi-grinds, in this close up of the Garberg, you can see where I was a bit inconsistent and missed the shoulder (low) in one spot, and again (high) in another spot. It is just tough to be consistent when freehand sharpening (for me).

(https://i.imgur.com/mk7mnnv.jpg)



The dark spot is a reflection of my iPhone.  ;)

This edge, even with the inconsistencies, is hair-popping sharp; however, I suspect those inconsistencies might become amplified over time. How much of an issue this might be is debatable. Currently the knife is a great cutter!  :tu:
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 10, 2019, 06:09:58 PM
Nice and I’m out of apples and off to the grocery store later today!


The first apples of the new season are showing up in markets now. I (and Mrs Nix, an apple fiend) are super excited!  :ahhh

We're like 5 weeks out from our trip to the mountains.  Honeycrisp apples won't be available then.  Wife and I prefer them over all others, in season.

Hopefully I can get some tart ones and get my "Granny Smith" to make one of her pies.  Her peach crisp was the hit during the summer.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 10, 2019, 06:12:18 PM
Day 10:

Coming along nicely guys! :cheers:

Opened some boxes and cut cardboard today, and had to use my Sog Kilowatt for stripping a couple of wires as it has a wire stripper in the handle :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190910/3860fa920e3d05f5a477e83372f1f188.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190910/19d5761706afd75f4c5c79a3b1c77af6.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 10, 2019, 06:13:59 PM
One of my favorite uses...opening packages!  :cheers:
Not that exciting packages at work, just gaskets, brake parts and various other bus parts :rofl:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 06:51:56 PM
With a true Scandi grind, there is no secondary bevel, right? It's just a flat V-grind from the blade to the edge. In theory. But, when I  "hone" a Scandi knife freehand, I inevitably introduce a "micro-bevel" at the sharp bit of that v-grind. 

Just to be sure we're using the same terms the same way:

(https://i.imgur.com/7Kb9iok.jpg)



A micro-bevel on a scandi knife is not 'ideal', but it actually works fairly well and makes for a more durable edge: there is more steel to support the cutting edge carbides. For that reason, I don't mind putting a fine micro-bevel on a Scandi. However, when removing a chip from the edge, i.e. sharpening vs simple honing, you have to remove metal from the entire side of the primary bevel, effectively worknig back into the flat, in order to reestablish a true scandi edge. Even with a slight chip (as in my case), this requires removing a lot of metal.

It's true that you only need to follow the angle set by the factory edge, so I would think it is easier, but maintaining that perfectly consistent angle freehand is really tough (perhaps just personal skill-limitation for me), especially if it requires doing so hundreds of times. When sharpening a chisel, there are no curves to accommodate and the leading edge of a chisel is only a couple inches wide (at most, for typical home chisels). So sharpening a chisel is fairly straightforward.....and I usually end up putting a smalll micro bevel on my chisels, too.  :facepalm:  Achieving perfection is harder than it seems.

I suppose it's good practice though.  :D

With a hollow grind, flat grind w/ secondary bevel, or even convex edge, there is inherently less metal to remove to resharpen a knife, and the process is more forgiving in my experience. Perhaps highly skilled sharpeners would argue the opposite, but that's my experience.

That's not to say that I dislike scandi knives! Quite the opposite. I find Scandi knives to be great for many tasks. They are super-precise when carving wood (essentially a chisel edge on a knife). But I do find them to be a bit trickier to sharpen perfectly. That's my experience anyway: a lot of metal to remove, many chances to introduce variance.  :oops:

(Couldn't find my old photos of the resharpened Garberg. I'll try to post one a bit later.  :tu: )

Hey, Nix.

Thanks for taking the time for the write up and the chart. :cheers:

To be honest, I never did chip my scandi knives enough to require a major do over(I did try batoning my Bushcraft survival thru fire wood literally for hours, but only managed to roll the edge a little bit :dunno: , axe is another story... :facepalm: )  What I usually do is put a very small micro bevel on my user scandi(real scandi, no secondary bevel), and so as long I use it within reason, couple passes or even stropping will bring most of my knives back to shaving sharp. 


For example, the Bushcraft survival is around 25 deg inclusive, and I would maintain a barely visible 40 deg micro bevel on it via the Sharpmaker.  The performance is nearly identical, yet I still find it better than my Garberg, which essentially a saber grind with a micro bevel.  Which reminds me, one of these days I gonna grind away it's secondary bevel to turn it into real scandi.

Personally, I prefer scandi over most other grinds for my outdoor/camping use, and they are mainly used for light wood work, and maybe some kitchen prep.  I figure if I were to seriously damage my blade, to keep the similar thickness behind edge and geometry, I probably would have to remove serious amount of steel anyway, regardless what grind it is.  And at least for real scandi or real full flat grind, it is "self guiding" so I would have a higher chance restoring them :think:   Convex grind is inherently stronger, but I would need a belt sander to properly sharpen it which I don't have.

Though I'm a SAK enthusiast, funny I don't actually subscribe myself to the one-tool option theory, and always carry my axe or at least my folding saw with me, especially for overnight outdoor trips.  Don't get me wrong, I love big knives and chopper, and collected some over the years.  But to me, using them as one tool option for outdoor trip is a romantic idea, it is fun for the first few hours, but not so much afterwards.

Anyway, I'm babbling now, but it is a true pleasure to join this great challenge to see different kind of sharps, and learn from everyone. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 10, 2019, 06:59:06 PM
Day: 10


Mora Garberg pictured with today's carry, a ML EDC. Matt does some great stuff with steel and this little EDC is exceptionally useful. The broad 3" blade is an amazing cutter and allows for some great grips. It's easy to choke up and grip the blade itself for fine work or precise cuts. One of my favorites!  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/Ht5kdrZ.jpg)



In re sharpening scandi-grinds, in this close up of the Garberg, you can see where I was a bit inconsistent and missed the shoulder (low) in one spot, and again (high) in another spot. It is just tough to be consistent when freehand sharpening (for me).

(https://i.imgur.com/mk7mnnv.jpg)



The dark spot is a reflection of my iPhone.  ;)

This edge, even with the inconsistencies, is hair-popping sharp; however, I suspect those inconsistencies might become amplified over time. How much of an issue this might be is debatable. Currently the knife is a great cutter!  :tu:

Both looks great! :cheers:   And I notice you took away the secondary bevel on the Garberg, did you notice any performance difference? :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 07:10:10 PM
Both looks great! :cheers:   And I notice you took away the secondary bevel on the Garberg, did you notice any performance difference? :pok:

I don't think my Garberg ever had a secondary bevel. (I could be wrong about that.) It may have a tiny micro-bevel now, but it's mostly a pure scandi.  Great cutter/carver.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 07:22:35 PM

Day: 10 (bonus material)

The ML got a little box opening work in this morning......

(https://i.imgur.com/qmmlNmb.jpg)



And inside was the knife I had hoped to get last month and use for this challenge:

(https://i.imgur.com/Onzke4S.jpg)



A nice American take on the Puukko.

I'll need to make a sheath for this one, so I may not get to use it during the challenge. We'll see.  :dunno: 

(And it came sharp, but could use a little more honing, so I may get a little more practice honing Scandis.......  :rofl:)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 10, 2019, 08:23:43 PM
Day: 10 (bonus material)

The ML got a little box opening work in this morning......

(https://i.imgur.com/qmmlNmb.jpg)



And inside was the knife I had hoped to get last month and use for this challenge:

(https://i.imgur.com/Onzke4S.jpg)



A nice American take on the Puukko.

I'll need to make a sheath for this one, so I may not get to use it during the challenge. We'll see.  :dunno: 

(And it came sharp, but could use a little more honing, so I may get a little more practice honing Scandis.......  :rofl:)
Nice knife :like:
What type of wood is it?

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 10, 2019, 08:47:18 PM
Nix, that one is a beauty

Day 10: how would you react if your IT guy had this as a tool of the trade?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48712843601_497e5a6cb4_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hdA4gP)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 08:54:34 PM
Every IT guy should have one.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 10, 2019, 08:55:52 PM
Nice knife :like:
What type of wood is it?

I think (hard to recall after a two year wait....) it is Osage Orange. Nice looking scales regardless of the wood species, though.   :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 10, 2019, 09:48:55 PM
Day: 10 (bonus material)

The ML got a little box opening work in this morning......

(https://i.imgur.com/qmmlNmb.jpg)



And inside was the knife I had hoped to get last month and use for this challenge:

(https://i.imgur.com/Onzke4S.jpg)



A nice American take on the Puukko.

I'll need to make a sheath for this one, so I may not get to use it during the challenge. We'll see.  :dunno: 

(And it came sharp, but could use a little more honing, so I may get a little more practice honing Scandis.......  :rofl:)
Nice handle design. Nice over all. Can’t wait till try it out!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 10, 2019, 09:50:08 PM
Nix, that one is a beauty

Day 10: how would you react if your IT guy had this as a tool of the trade?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48712843601_497e5a6cb4_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hdA4gP)
Nice patina there!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 10, 2019, 09:55:01 PM
I think (hard to recall after a two year wait....) it is Osage Orange. Nice looking scales regardless of the wood species, though.   :facepalm:
Very handsome knife :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 10, 2019, 10:34:48 PM
Good stuff everyone  :tu:

Day 10

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48713434977_3c8f27852e_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 11, 2019, 12:27:46 AM
Day 10

Some time out with an Apple

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 11, 2019, 02:16:59 AM
Nix, I guessed Osage Orange before I saw your reply. That is one beautiful knife.  I hope it proves worth the wait. :like:

Day 10
Today I'm carrying a Meyerchin 1st generation rigging knife. It is lighter than the 2nd generation knife and a little bit pointier so it's a good general purpose knife.  I figure that a knife that was purpose built to be pounded with a mallet through ship's mooring ropes should be strong enough for EDC and basic bushcraft use, and it comes with a nice marlin spike. The sheath can be worn horizontally too, which I like for an EDC fixie.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 11, 2019, 02:21:55 AM
Not wishing to overdose everyone on apples,,,
May I present the last of the last peaches of the season.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:52:08 AM
Good stuff everyone  :tu:

Day 10

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48713434977_3c8f27852e_z.jpg)
Very nice!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:53:00 AM
Day 10

Some time out with an Apple
Nice time out!  :rofl: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:55:38 AM
Nix, I guessed Osage Orange before I saw your reply. That is one beautiful knife.  I hope it proves worth the wait. :like:

Day 10
Today I'm carrying a Meyerchin 1st generation rigging knife. It is lighter than the 2nd generation knife and a little bit pointier so it's a good general purpose knife.  I figure that a knife that was purpose built to be pounded with a mallet through ship's mooring ropes should be strong enough for EDC and basic bushcraft use, and it comes with a nice marlin spike. The sheath can be worn horizontally too, which I like for an EDC fixie.
Very cool looking set up! And carry!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:56:16 AM
Not wishing to overdose everyone on apples,,,
May I present the last of the last peaches of the season.
Yes you may!  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 11, 2019, 04:33:33 AM
Day11

BK62  Becker Kephart

Got this knife recently and as soon as I picked it up, I just felt in love with it.  With a 5" blade, one would imagine it's going to be a heavier knife, but it actually felt really light in hand thanks to the tapering and the perfect balance, right where my index finger was.  A simple guard also helps with retention in the leather sheath, and a clam shaped plastic insert inside the sheath prevents the edge getting dull.  It is a very simple design, but ultimately utilitarian.

I compared it to my Mora Garberg from yesterday, and it is actually 0.3oz(9 grams) lighter than the Garberg, but in hand, it felt 30% lighter.(I cross checked it with wife, which knows nothing about these two knives, and she felt about the same way).  Just made some curls with it on some dried wood I have this morning, and it was a real joy to use.

(https://i.imgur.com/rwOgOV7.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 11, 2019, 05:19:32 AM
Very cool. That Kephart always appeals to me.  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 05:20:38 AM
Day11

BK62  Becker Kephart

Got this knife recently and as soon as I picked it up, I just felt in love with it.  With a 5" blade, one would imagine it's going to be a heavier knife, but it actually felt really light in hand thanks to the tapering and the perfect balance, right where my index finger was.  A simple guard also helps with retention in the leather sheath, and a clam shaped plastic insert inside the sheath prevents the edge getting dull.  It is a very simple design, but ultimately utilitarian.

I compared it to my Mora Garberg from yesterday, and it is actually 0.3oz(9 grams) lighter than the Garberg, but in hand, it felt 30% lighter.(I cross checked it with wife, which knows nothing about these two knives, and she felt about the same way).  Just made some curls with it on some dried wood I have this morning, and it was a real joy to use.

(https://i.imgur.com/rwOgOV7.jpg)
I saw one and handled it at SMKW. I liked it. But I had just bought 2 111mm knives at the Victorinox section of the store. SMKW is such a nice candy store!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 11, 2019, 05:22:33 AM
Not wishing to overdose everyone on apples,,,
May I present the last of the last peaches of the season.

Great time of year for fruits!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 11, 2019, 05:33:55 AM
Very cool. That Kephart always appeals to me.  :like:


This might be the most accurate replica of the original... :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 11, 2019, 05:36:37 AM
I saw one and handled it at SMKW. I liked it. But I had just bought 2 111mm knives at the Victorinox section of the store. SMKW is such a nice candy store!  :cheers:

Maybe next time?

SMKW is on my to do list to visit!  Gonna make a trip out of the way to see it, still drooling over their museum section after all these years. :drool: :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 11, 2019, 06:15:36 AM
Day 10  :drool: My Favorite Fixed Blade .. LASER STRIKE    :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 11, 2019, 11:51:32 AM
Day 11

After 10 days with a Neck Knife,, I decided to rest it and hang out with a Companion, at some point that peach is going to feel steel

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 11, 2019, 12:01:48 PM
Day 10  :drool: My Favorite Fixed Blade .. LASER STRIKE    :ahhh

Any reason why this is a favorite?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 11, 2019, 12:02:53 PM
Day 11

After 10 days with a Neck Knife,, I decided to rest it and hang out with a Companion, at some point that peach is going to feel steel


Mora Companion!  Good use with one great value knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 11, 2019, 02:34:39 PM
Day 11: Cut some zip ties with the Puuko.  It makes short order of them!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:54:49 PM
Maybe next time?

SMKW is on my to do list to visit!  Gonna make a trip out of the way to see it, still drooling over their museum section after all these years. :drool: :like:
I’m hoping next time which will be in 6 months!
Oh boy! That museum is so cool. Especially the fossils! Trilobites are my favorite.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:56:41 PM
Day 10  :drool: My Favorite Fixed Blade .. LASER STRIKE    :ahhh
Nice choice!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:57:45 PM
Day 11

After 10 days with a Neck Knife,, I decided to rest it and hang out with a Companion, at some point that peach is going to feel steel
:rofl: :rofl:
It would have been history with me!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 02:58:57 PM
Day 11: Cut some zip ties with the Puuko.  It makes short order of them!
Very nice  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 11, 2019, 03:44:50 PM
I love me some peaches! :drool:
I'm also interested in the Kephart design as a practical tool and I would love to see a comparison between the BK62, the Esee Laser Strike, the Ontario Blackbird, and the new Condor that I can't remember the name of.  They are all fairly good representations of Kephart's original concept of a no frills bush craft and survival knife with a spear point blade of 4 or 5 inches.

Day 11 Picture 1 showing me dead heading my roses with the Myerchin rigging knife (Not really since I needed one hand for the camera, but I did do the cutting after I took the picture). And Picture 2 showing how I'm wearing the Myerchin rigging knife horizontally on my left side.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 04:18:12 PM
Nice carry position - Especially in a car!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 11, 2019, 05:05:46 PM
Day: 11

A sweet, old, Landi for me today:

(https://i.imgur.com/nYAPeLw.jpg)
Vic Climber shown for comparison purposes only. No Climbers were carried for purposes of today's challenge.



This is a fabulous little EDC knife: I forget it's there on my belt until it's needed. Not very pointy, but that belly makes for great cutting/slicing. Handle is just big enough to get four fingers on it, although I typically use a three-finger hold with my index finger along the spine.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 11, 2019, 05:47:25 PM
Day 11:

Cut some drive belts at work and cut free a Gerber Remix after work.
Always been curious about the design of the Remix and found one for a decent price :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190911/34ff391ff9c030dbd50d622d4ddf8b6f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190911/dd468598e6174e8df1c4556ae2acebd5.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 11, 2019, 06:06:53 PM
that Becker Kephart is sweet

I have a conundrum. on Saturday we'll be going to Vienna. That means that I'll be gone from 5am to at least midnight. To make things a bit more complicated, I won't be near a computer from Friday 6pm. Gotta figure out how to post that day's pic
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 11, 2019, 06:23:06 PM
You could post the pics when you get back :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 11, 2019, 06:26:58 PM
 :iagree:   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 11, 2019, 06:45:25 PM
I'm going to have to miss a day soon also, will catch up the next day.

Day 11 

The Mighty Eldris, friendly little thing this, i doubt it would get many complaints if used around people  :tu:

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48717224498_7a740ac568_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 11, 2019, 07:56:05 PM
I'm going to have to miss a day soon also, will catch up the next day.

Day 11 

The Mighty Eldris, friendly little thing this, i doubt it would get many complaints if used around people  :tu:

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48717224498_7a740ac568_z.jpg)
The Eldris is a neat little knife :like: Do you have the firesteel kit that goes with it?

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 11, 2019, 09:19:01 PM
I'm going to have to miss a day soon also, will catch up the next day.

Day 11 

The Mighty Eldris, friendly little thing this, i doubt it would get many complaints if used around people  :tu:

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48717224498_7a740ac568_z.jpg)


Maybe an advantage for small fixies.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 11, 2019, 09:22:18 PM
how small is small? sub 7 inches, right?

day 11: today was a bit of rock and a bit of roll

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48717720488_7ff2180d3d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2he2415)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 09:35:30 PM
Day: 11

A sweet, old, Landi for me today:

(https://i.imgur.com/nYAPeLw.jpg)
Vic Climber shown for comparison purposes only. No Climbers were carried for purposes of today's challenge.



This is a fabulous little EDC knife: I forget it's there on my belt until it's needed. Not very pointy, but that belly makes for great cutting/slicing. Handle is just big enough to get four fingers on it, although I typically use a three-finger hold with my index finger along the spine.
Very nice  :like:  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 09:36:21 PM
Day 11:

Cut some drive belts at work and cut free a Gerber Remix after work.
Always been curious about the design of the Remix and found one for a decent price :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190911/34ff391ff9c030dbd50d622d4ddf8b6f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190911/dd468598e6174e8df1c4556ae2acebd5.jpg)

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Nice usage!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 09:37:30 PM
I'm going to have to miss a day soon also, will catch up the next day.

Day 11 

The Mighty Eldris, friendly little thing this, i doubt it would get many complaints if used around people  :tu:

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48717224498_7a740ac568_z.jpg)
No I don’t think you would!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 09:41:05 PM
how small is small? sub 7 inches, right?

day 11: today was a bit of rock and a bit of roll

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48717720488_7ff2180d3d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2he2415)
Small to me is a 6 inch overall.
Less than 5 1/2 overall is front pocket carry or even neck carry knife...at least to me
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 11, 2019, 10:03:29 PM
Nice usage!  :tu:
:cheers: Ray

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2019, 10:08:04 PM
:cheers: Ray

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Have something coming in tomorrow.  :whistle:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 11, 2019, 10:10:38 PM
Have something coming in tomorrow.  :whistle:
Cool! Looking forward to see :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 11, 2019, 11:15:05 PM
The Eldris is a neat little knife :like: Do you have the firesteel kit that goes with it?

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Yes i do and it is a good little spark thrower, i have a few of them scattered around as i like them so much but i bought only one firesteel / neck kit, i found it overpriced for what it is so they can all share it  :D i did use it as a neck knife and it works well, after a few minutes you don't even notice its there, i prefer pocket carry though

Recycled pic, no snow here ...yet

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/7802/47477484232_511d0c174f_z.jpg)


Maybe an advantage for small fixies.  :tu:

It is yes, it fits nicely in the pocket and is nice and light, unfortunately as cute and small as it is it's still not legal public carry, without good reason anyway  ::)

Small to me is a 6 inch overall.
Less than 5 1/2 overall is front pocket carry or even neck carry knife...at least to me

Here is the Eldris with an Opinel number 8  ;)

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48718842682_e82e52e154_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 12, 2019, 01:18:59 AM
Not sure what the backup mail driver thought about me already having my Knife ready when I got my mail from him.
 :gimme: :gimme:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 12, 2019, 02:19:35 AM
 :rofl:


Nice one, PC.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 02:58:43 AM
Yes i do and it is a good little spark thrower, i have a few of them scattered around as i like them so much but i bought only one firesteel / neck kit, i found it overpriced for what it is so they can all share it  :D i did use it as a neck knife and it works well, after a few minutes you don't even notice its there, i prefer pocket carry though

Recycled pic, no snow here ...yet

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/7802/47477484232_511d0c174f_z.jpg)

It is yes, it fits nicely in the pocket and is nice and light, unfortunately as cute and small as it is it's still not legal public carry, without good reason anyway  ::)

Here is the Eldris with an Opinel number 8  ;)

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48718842682_e82e52e154_z.jpg)
Oh boy - it makes the #8 look like a #12  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 02:59:32 AM
Not sure what the backup mail driver thought about me already having my Knife ready when I got my mail from him.
 :gimme: :gimme:
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 12, 2019, 04:35:32 AM
Day 12

Mora Classic 2 again with forced patina.  I rarely used my knives for food, and just realized the other day after breakfast that I don't have patina on my carbon steel Mora.  Being a little OCD, I much rather forced it myself than having it patina randomly on its own. >:D   So after yellow mustard treatment for 3 hours, this is what I get.  Do you forced patina your knife?  Or you are against it? :D

(https://i.imgur.com/eLbCn9a.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/x6SrKf7.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/RWd6bDd.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 12, 2019, 04:51:51 AM
Yes i do and it is a good little spark thrower, i have a few of them scattered around as i like them so much but i bought only one firesteel / neck kit, i found it overpriced for what it is so they can all share it  :D i did use it as a neck knife and it works well, after a few minutes you don't even notice its there, i prefer pocket carry though

Recycled pic, no snow here ...yet

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/7802/47477484232_511d0c174f_z.jpg)

It is yes, it fits nicely in the pocket and is nice and light, unfortunately as cute and small as it is it's still not legal public carry, without good reason anyway  ::)

Here is the Eldris with an Opinel number 8  ;)

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48718842682_e82e52e154_z.jpg)

Nice pictures!

I like the idea of Eldris too, and I got two when it first came out.  The firesteel is decent but I wish they have a sheath loop to host it, then it'd be perfect.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 12, 2019, 04:53:05 AM
Not sure what the backup mail driver thought about me already having my Knife ready when I got my mail from him.
 :gimme: :gimme:


 :rofl: :rofl:  If he is a knife person, he would know.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 05:04:00 AM
Day 12

Mora Classic 2 again with forced patina.  I rarely used my knives for food, and just realized the other day after breakfast that I don't have patina on my carbon steel Mora.  Being a little OCD, I much rather forced it myself than having it patina randomly on its own. >:D   So after yellow mustard treatment for 3 hours, this is what I get.  Do you forced patina your knife?  Or you are against it? :D

(https://i.imgur.com/eLbCn9a.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/x6SrKf7.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/RWd6bDd.jpg)
Hummmm...wonder what Hot Spicy Mustard would look like.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 12, 2019, 06:03:39 AM
Day 11
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 12, 2019, 06:57:57 AM
Day 11
Is that a Cold Steel Master Hunter 3V? 

Love this knife for it great value, I remembered when I first got it, 3V was relatively expensive and this was a much less expensive than most options out there.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 12, 2019, 09:30:39 AM
Day 12 Bonus pix

Just doing another forced patina on my Mora Classic Craftsman 612, I wasn't entirely happy with the original mild grey pattern I got, so I use metal polish and wiping alcohol to clean the cheek of the blade.  And re-apply mustard with a little ketchup this time, hoping for different colors.

(https://i.imgur.com/OFA0ys1.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 12, 2019, 11:26:56 AM
Day 12

Breakfast time

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 12, 2019, 01:39:15 PM
Is that a Cold Steel Master Hunter 3V? 

Love this knife for it great value, I remembered when I first got it, 3V was relatively expensive and this was a much less expensive than most options out there.


SRK Carbon V
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 02:23:44 PM
Day 11
Nice
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 02:27:20 PM
Day 12

Breakfast time
Nice and yummy!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 12, 2019, 02:47:13 PM
That's a beautiful knife Jack!
Day: 11

A sweet, old, Landi for me today:

(https://i.imgur.com/nYAPeLw.jpg)
Vic Climber shown for comparison purposes only. No Climbers were carried for purposes of today's challenge.



This is a fabulous little EDC knife: I forget it's there on my belt until it's needed. Not very pointy, but that belly makes for great cutting/slicing. Handle is just big enough to get four fingers on it, although I typically use a three-finger hold with my index finger along the spine.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 12, 2019, 02:50:10 PM
Day 12: When you have English Sheepdogs, you need an industrial vacuum cleaner to go with them!  The Shop Vac factory is about 45 minutes from my house, but they don't do well on carpets, so we picked up a Bissell.  I used the mighty Puuko to open the box it came in.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 03:05:37 PM
Nice usage Barry!  :cheers:
I understand they are very intelligent dogs so a trade off?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 12, 2019, 03:09:42 PM
Day 12: When you have English Sheepdogs, you need an industrial vacuum cleaner to go with them!  The Shop Vac factory is about 45 minutes from my house, but they don't do well on carpets, so we picked up a Bissell.  I used the mighty Puuko to open the box it came in.

Hope it works well for you and the puppy!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 12, 2019, 03:30:56 PM
Yes sir, very sharp.  In fact, they can be downright terrors! :rofl:
Thanks Comis!  It's actually not as bad as when I had a Siberian Husky.  Now that was a hair blizzard!!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 12, 2019, 04:52:00 PM
That's a beautiful knife Jack!

Barry, I think John Landi lives and makes his knives right there in Pennsylvania........   :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 12, 2019, 04:58:35 PM
Day 12

Breakfast time

Same here.....

Day: 12


(https://i.imgur.com/rMezB4u.jpg)



This is a knife I designed, but got the amazing Scott Gossman to make for me. 90mm handle with a 85mm blade. Very easy (and secure) to grip the handle with the tip of my index finger on the tip of the blade. Convex grind.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 12, 2019, 06:26:15 PM
Oh boy - it makes the #8 look like a #12  :facepalm:

Ray i wasn't being serious, that's a Opi number 13 in the pic, not an 8  :tu:

I like the idea of Eldris too, and I got two when it first came out.  The firesteel is decent but I wish they have a sheath loop to host it, then it'd be perfect.

Agreed, it would have been far nicer if they thought about it and added a slot for it instead of it just dangling there on the cord.

Nice breakfasts guys  :tu:

Day 12

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48722701307_521b5886e4_z.jpg)


Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 12, 2019, 06:29:49 PM
 :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Barry, I think John Landi lives and makes his knives right there in Pennsylvania........   :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 12, 2019, 07:01:10 PM
Day 12:

Brakeparts (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190912/58b4e82819cda57e22161fb83e1f7dc6.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 07:22:39 PM
Same here.....

Day: 12


(https://i.imgur.com/rMezB4u.jpg)



This is a knife I designed, but got the amazing Scott Gossman to make for me. 90mm handle with a 85mm blade. Very easy (and secure) to grip the handle with the tip of my index finger on the tip of the blade. Convex grind.
Nice looking knife for sure!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 07:24:57 PM
Ray i wasn't being serious, that's a Opi number 13 in the pic, not an 8  :tu:

:rofl:
You got me! Good one  :salute:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 12, 2019, 07:25:41 PM
Day 12:

Brakeparts (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190912/58b4e82819cda57e22161fb83e1f7dc6.jpg)

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Nice use!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 12, 2019, 07:42:47 PM
Nice looking knife for sure!  :like: :cheers:

This has been a fun challenge to date.  :tu:   It's been a nice excuse to pull out some old favorites and give them a turn on the belt.   :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 12, 2019, 08:46:21 PM
day 12: old faithful elixir of life maker and Mora

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48722843138_6ae3604c0c_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hetiMC)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 12, 2019, 11:25:31 PM
Day 12
Meyerchin 1st gen rigging knife on a freshly mown lawn.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2019, 12:17:19 AM
Exactly!
This has been a fun challenge to date.  :tu:   It's been a nice excuse to pull out some old favorites and give them a turn on the belt.   :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 12:31:44 AM
Great posts and photo for sure!  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 13, 2019, 01:59:56 AM
Rare that I get anything good in the mail, 2 days straight.
Paracord béads for today.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 03:51:49 AM
:cheers: Ray

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:mail:
Your Minimalist got me to looking and actually saw two that were interesting. The Keramin and the Drop Point. I was looking for something to fit in my front pocket and cargo pants pocket. They fit great in the hands. I can see why you like it so much!  :2tu:
Size comparison is with the ESEE Izula.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2019, 04:06:51 AM
Nice!! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 13, 2019, 04:19:19 AM
day 12: old faithful elixir of life maker and Mora

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48722843138_6ae3604c0c_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hetiMC)



Elixir of life! :rofl: Now I gonna make myself a cup too!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 13, 2019, 04:20:14 AM
Day 12
Meyerchin 1st gen rigging knife on a freshly mown lawn.

Nice!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 13, 2019, 04:20:41 AM
:mail:
Your Minimalist got me to looking and actually saw two that were interesting. The Keramin and the Drop Point. I was looking for something to fit in my front pocket and cargo pants pocket. They fit great in the hands. I can see why you like it so much!  :2tu:
Size comparison is with the ESEE Izula.

Cool neck knife collection there!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 13, 2019, 05:00:05 AM
Day 13

Eating breakfast with my Survive Knives GSO 7 with black DLC blade and kydex sheath, got this a long time ago, quite like the choil and the balance of this knife.  Back in 2012, I remembered 3V weren't as popular as it is nowadays for fixed blade material, and cost for a knife with 3V was genuinely high.  IIRC, Survive knives were one of the early makers that were able to mass produced 3V blades without making it too expensive.

(https://i.imgur.com/g5sOU2H.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 13, 2019, 05:30:48 AM
That's a nice looking knife, comis!  :like:

And 3V is good stuff. A tough steel, with a good heat treat, to be sure.   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 13, 2019, 05:34:23 AM
That's a nice looking knife, comis!  :like:

And 3V is good stuff. A tough steel, with a good heat treat, to be sure.   :tu:
:cheers:  Exactly my feeling.  I don't remember where they got their's heat treated, but it has logo of PHT, so my educated guess is from Peter's?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 13, 2019, 08:00:31 AM
day 13: tools of the trade I guess

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48725364261_3e924f6298_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2heGeeg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 13, 2019, 10:22:35 AM
Day 12 :mail: :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 13, 2019, 03:28:12 PM
Day 13

Removed some wind damaged branches from the Hydrangea

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 03:29:38 PM
Day 13

Eating breakfast with my Survive Knives GSO 7 with black DLC blade and kydex sheath, got this a long time ago, quite like the choil and the balance of this knife.  Back in 2012, I remembered 3V weren't as popular as it is nowadays for fixed blade material, and cost for a knife with 3V was genuinely high.  IIRC, Survive knives were one of the early makers that were able to mass produced 3V blades without making it too expensive.

(https://i.imgur.com/g5sOU2H.jpg)
Nice knife! And the breakfast looks great!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 03:30:39 PM
day 13: tools of the trade I guess

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48725364261_3e924f6298_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2heGeeg)
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 03:31:13 PM
Day 12 :mail: :woohoo:
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2019, 04:13:50 PM
Day 13: Chores day!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 13, 2019, 05:53:14 PM
Day: 13


This one always makes me smile:

(https://i.imgur.com/abJyaBR.jpg)



It's a three-finger knife by Fiddleback Forge called the "Runt".  I don't think I'd try dressing out a deer with this little guy, but the 2" blade is hugely useful fo rmost EDC tasks. It's much like an 85mm SAK in that regard. What makes the Runt so much fun--and gives it great control--is the chubby handle Andy designed for it. I can get a good solid grip on the Runt, making it a real pleasure to wield.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/qQRT653.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 13, 2019, 06:32:14 PM
Day: 13


This one always makes me smile:

(https://i.imgur.com/abJyaBR.jpg)



It's a three-finger knife by Fiddleback Forge called the "Runt".  I don't think I'd try dressing out a deer with this little guy, but the 2" blade is hugely useful fo rmost EDC tasks. It's much like an 85mm SAK in that regard. What makes the Runt so much fun--and gives it great control--is the chubby handle Andy designed for it. I can get a good solid grip on the Runt, making it a real pleasure to wield.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/qQRT653.jpg)

Heard many good things about Fiddleback, and this surely is an interesting offering. :like:

I kinda wonder would making an indentation/thumb rest on the handle, right where it meets the blade, would be more easy for the fingers to choke up? :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 13, 2019, 06:37:42 PM
Maybe so. However, I like to grasp the front of the scales with thumb and index finger when making a pulling cut. The fat scales give one something to hold onto. A thumb rest might be useful, but I find that I can grip this little thing awl sorts of ways.

I think Otzi would dig it.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 13, 2019, 07:17:47 PM
Very nice  :like:

Day 13

KJ electricians knife

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48727714701_86825d5b1e_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 13, 2019, 08:05:25 PM
Day 13
Opening the mail today. I got a bill from the credit card company.  I paid them last month, but every month they send me another bill. :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2019, 08:17:33 PM
That's a beautiful knife Jack!
Day: 13


This one always makes me smile:

(https://i.imgur.com/abJyaBR.jpg)



It's a three-finger knife by Fiddleback Forge called the "Runt".  I don't think I'd try dressing out a deer with this little guy, but the 2" blade is hugely useful fo rmost EDC tasks. It's much like an 85mm SAK in that regard. What makes the Runt so much fun--and gives it great control--is the chubby handle Andy designed for it. I can get a good solid grip on the Runt, making it a real pleasure to wield.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/qQRT653.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 13, 2019, 09:16:21 PM
Thanks, Barry. Andy and his team do great work  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 13, 2019, 09:28:41 PM
:mail:
Your Minimalist got me to looking and actually saw two that were interesting. The Keramin and the Drop Point. I was looking for something to fit in my front pocket and cargo pants pocket. They fit great in the hands. I can see why you like it so much!  :2tu:
Size comparison is with the ESEE Izula.
Cool! They look great :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 13, 2019, 09:42:39 PM
Day 13:

New engine cover got cut free at work.

Then after work I took my pawtner in crime out in the woods, almost a 10km walk. And did some testing of my newest fixed blade, the Kizer Salient.
Some light batoning, fatwood shavings, made an attempt at feather sticks, the knife does the job well it's just my technique that needs work. It did spark the ferro rod, but I couldn't get the fire to light :facepalm: Had to go with a firestarter (a big, fat match that burns long)
Boiled some water and had a warm blueberry and raspberry drink before we headed home.
All in all a very nice day
Bonus pic of my trail buddy :cheers:

Oh, and great knifes and pics gentlemen :hatsoff:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/844dd0e312e3412c6513acba2754f67c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f3d872928e03ddd2930d97f763fcd5e7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/665b3273b764010f265ab500a765777d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/97a51a99b5201a11b9d6b5ff9c582afe.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/23aacf07f508b9bac48dc47bb6ba57c9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/8064a299949f6659546469ee97a596da.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/9f0d80c6fa56e7c38038338a30df3f06.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f901786b14a76f225e32283f1dcad966.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 11:27:05 PM
Day 13

Removed some wind damaged branches from the Hydrangea
Excellent usage!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 11:34:24 PM
Day: 13


This one always makes me smile:

(https://i.imgur.com/abJyaBR.jpg)



It's a three-finger knife by Fiddleback Forge called the "Runt".  I don't think I'd try dressing out a deer with this little guy, but the 2" blade is hugely useful fo rmost EDC tasks. It's much like an 85mm SAK in that regard. What makes the Runt so much fun--and gives it great control--is the chubby handle Andy designed for it. I can get a good solid grip on the Runt, making it a real pleasure to wield.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/qQRT653.jpg)
Well, that put a smile on my face!
That is very nice.  :2tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 11:35:15 PM
Day 13: Chores day!
Nice one and cool photo  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 11:36:50 PM
Very nice  :like:

Day 13

KJ electricians knife

(https://jubilee-live.flickr.com/65535/48727714701_86825d5b1e_z.jpg)
:like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 11:37:44 PM
Day 13
Opening the mail today. I got a bill from the credit card company.  I paid them last month, but every month they send me another bill. :facepalm:
:rofl: :rofl:
It’s a viscous cycle!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 11:39:55 PM
Day 13:

New engine cover got cut free at work.

Then after work I took my pawtner in crime out in the woods, almost a 10km walk. And did some testing of my newest fixed blade, the Kizer Salient.
Some light batoning, fatwood shavings, made an attempt at feather sticks, the knife does the job well it's just my technique that needs work. It did spark the ferro rod, but I couldn't get the fire to light :facepalm: Had to go with a firestarter (a big, fat match that burns long)
Boiled some water and had a warm blueberry and raspberry drink before we headed home.
All in all a very nice day
Bonus pic of my trail buddy :cheers:

Oh, and great knifes and pics gentlemen :hatsoff:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/844dd0e312e3412c6513acba2754f67c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f3d872928e03ddd2930d97f763fcd5e7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/665b3273b764010f265ab500a765777d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/97a51a99b5201a11b9d6b5ff9c582afe.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/23aacf07f508b9bac48dc47bb6ba57c9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/8064a299949f6659546469ee97a596da.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/9f0d80c6fa56e7c38038338a30df3f06.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f901786b14a76f225e32283f1dcad966.jpg)

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Great photos  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 13, 2019, 11:48:22 PM
Great photos  :tu: :cheers:

 :iagree:


And a nice looking knife. Glad to hear you like it so far.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 12:10:31 AM
Great photos  :tu: :cheers:
Thanks Ray :hatsoff:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 12:12:39 AM
:iagree:


And a nice looking knife. Glad to hear you like it so far.  :tu:
It's big, but well balanced and it doesn't feel that heavy in hand :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 14, 2019, 02:04:29 AM
Impressive uses everyone!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 14, 2019, 03:50:32 AM
DAY 13 FRIED CHICKEN  :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 14, 2019, 04:00:00 AM
Alas, I've got nothing more on order.
Last mail call for a while.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 14, 2019, 04:49:44 AM
Day 13:

New engine cover got cut free at work.

Then after work I took my pawtner in crime out in the woods, almost a 10km walk. And did some testing of my newest fixed blade, the Kizer Salient.
Some light batoning, fatwood shavings, made an attempt at feather sticks, the knife does the job well it's just my technique that needs work. It did spark the ferro rod, but I couldn't get the fire to light :facepalm: Had to go with a firestarter (a big, fat match that burns long)
Boiled some water and had a warm blueberry and raspberry drink before we headed home.
All in all a very nice day (https://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
Bonus pic of my trail buddy :cheers:

Oh, and great knifes and pics gentlemen :hatsoff: (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/844dd0e312e3412c6513acba2754f67c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f3d872928e03ddd2930d97f763fcd5e7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/665b3273b764010f265ab500a765777d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/97a51a99b5201a11b9d6b5ff9c582afe.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/23aacf07f508b9bac48dc47bb6ba57c9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/8064a299949f6659546469ee97a596da.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/9f0d80c6fa56e7c38038338a30df3f06.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f901786b14a76f225e32283f1dcad966.jpg)

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Looks like a fantastic day of fun! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 14, 2019, 04:51:06 AM
DAY 13 FRIED CHICKEN  :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :rofl:

Looks great!  :drool:




Alas, I've got nothing more on order.
Last mail call for a while.
That's an interesting patch!  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 14, 2019, 04:56:46 AM
Day14

Took apart my Survive Knife GSO 4.1 with orange G10 to inspect the handle, and planning a patina onto the handle for ease of maintenance.  I quite like their whole series, the flagship model of 4.1(4 inch model) has a decent balance due to the skeleton structure, and I like the handle could be removed for easy cleaning and nowadays they have option to put in a friction fire spindle hole(where you could use the handle as bearing block to apply downward pressure onto the spindle).

(https://i.imgur.com/hy6VFxD.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 14, 2019, 07:39:39 AM
Alas, I've got nothing more on order.
Last mail call for a while.

Well, as it looks NOW, I'll be expecting another shipment or 2 inside of 2 weeks. Thanks eBay.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 09:59:36 AM
Looks like a fantastic day of fun! :tu:
It was a great day :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 10:02:10 AM
Day14

Took apart my Survive Knife GSO 4.1 with orange G10 to inspect the handle, and planning a patina onto the handle for ease of maintenance.  I quite like their whole series, the flagship model of 4.1(4 inch model) has a decent balance due to the skeleton structure, and I like the handle could be removed for easy cleaning and nowadays they have option to put in a friction fire spindle hole(where you could use the handle as bearing block to apply downward pressure onto the spindle).

(https://i.imgur.com/hy6VFxD.jpg)
Nice! What are you using for the patina?

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 14, 2019, 10:54:53 AM
Nice! What are you using for the patina?

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Same old recipe for the carbon steel, french mustard mixed with 5% acidity white vinegar.  The actual patina is way less visible and more subtle.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 12:43:30 PM
Same old recipe for the carbon steel, french mustard mixed with 5% acidity white vinegar.  The actual patina is way less visible and more subtle.
Nice, will try to remember that :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 14, 2019, 01:17:41 PM
Day 14

Shamelessly Copying PitCarver  :D

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: SteveC on September 14, 2019, 01:58:00 PM
Day 13:

New engine cover got cut free at work.

Then after work I took my pawtner in crime out in the woods, almost a 10km walk. And did some testing of my newest fixed blade, the Kizer Salient.
Some light batoning, fatwood shavings, made an attempt at feather sticks, the knife does the job well it's just my technique that needs work. It did spark the ferro rod, but I couldn't get the fire to light :facepalm: Had to go with a firestarter (a big, fat match that burns long)
Boiled some water and had a warm blueberry and raspberry drink before we headed home.
All in all a very nice day
Bonus pic of my trail buddy :cheers:

Oh, and great knifes and pics gentlemen :hatsoff:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/844dd0e312e3412c6513acba2754f67c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f3d872928e03ddd2930d97f763fcd5e7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/665b3273b764010f265ab500a765777d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/97a51a99b5201a11b9d6b5ff9c582afe.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/23aacf07f508b9bac48dc47bb6ba57c9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/8064a299949f6659546469ee97a596da.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/9f0d80c6fa56e7c38038338a30df3f06.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/f901786b14a76f225e32283f1dcad966.jpg)

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Nice pics !   :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 01:59:58 PM

Nice pics !   :like: :tu:
Thanks Steve :salute:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 14, 2019, 02:27:51 PM
Seem to recall an old adage about changing horses in the middle of the stream, but think I'm going to carry this one for a few days.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 14, 2019, 02:34:19 PM
Day 14: Some rocket fuel to get the day off and running!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 14, 2019, 03:06:24 PM
Well, as it looks NOW, I'll be expecting another shipment or 2 inside of 2 weeks. Thanks eBay.

 :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 14, 2019, 03:07:55 PM
Good looking blades and start to the day, guys.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 03:24:22 PM
Alas, I've got nothing more on order.
Last mail call for a while.
I have no ideal what Zed’s Shead is but that it sounds and looks cool.  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 03:25:14 PM
Day14

Took apart my Survive Knife GSO 4.1 with orange G10 to inspect the handle, and planning a patina onto the handle for ease of maintenance.  I quite like their whole series, the flagship model of 4.1(4 inch model) has a decent balance due to the skeleton structure, and I like the handle could be removed for easy cleaning and nowadays they have option to put in a friction fire spindle hole(where you could use the handle as bearing block to apply downward pressure onto the spindle).

(https://i.imgur.com/hy6VFxD.jpg)
Very nice!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 03:26:13 PM
Day 14

Shamelessly Copying PitCarver  :D
:rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 03:26:59 PM
Seem to recall an old adage about changing horses in the middle of the stream, but think I'm going to carry this one for a few days.
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 03:27:22 PM
Day 14: Some rocket fuel to get the day off and running!
Nice photo!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 14, 2019, 05:27:45 PM

Day: 14

Today I'm going with a knife that I designed, but was made by Matt Lesniewski.  Forged 1095 steel with flamed Ash scales. Matt knocked this one out of the park. Like most awl his knives.

(https://i.imgur.com/0EtuzCS.jpg)

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: cody6268 on September 14, 2019, 05:38:09 PM
Day: 14

Today I'm going with a knife that I designed, but was made by Matt Lesniewski.  Forged 1095 steel with flamed Ash scales. Matt knocked this one out of the park. Like most awl his knives.

(https://i.imgur.com/0EtuzCS.jpg)

Looks great! I've got a big old Nicholson file I've had laid out to make a knife out of (it is dull, and can no longer be used as a file), and my plan is something similar.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 14, 2019, 05:44:20 PM
Cool!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 14, 2019, 05:48:18 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 14, 2019, 07:39:39 PM
Day 14: Some rocket fuel to get the day off and running!

It is middle of the night, and I am supposed to stay awake to keep watch over my little guy.  So tempted to make a cup for myself now, but then I'd be up for the rest of my night...

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 14, 2019, 07:40:04 PM
Very nice!  :tu: :cheers:

Thank you! :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 07:41:27 PM
Day: 14

Today I'm going with a knife that I designed, but was made by Matt Lesniewski.  Forged 1095 steel with flamed Ash scales. Matt knocked this one out of the park. Like most awl his knives.

(https://i.imgur.com/0EtuzCS.jpg)
Day: 14

Today I'm going with a knife that I designed, but was made by Matt Lesniewski.  Forged 1095 steel with flamed Ash scales. Matt knocked this one out of the park. Like most awl his knives.

(https://i.imgur.com/0EtuzCS.jpg)
That looks like smoke on the blade and it has flamed Ash scales...he did hit it out of the park and into the next state!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 14, 2019, 07:41:38 PM
Day: 14

Today I'm going with a knife that I designed, but was made by Matt Lesniewski.  Forged 1095 steel with flamed Ash scales. Matt knocked this one out of the park. Like most awl his knives.

(https://i.imgur.com/0EtuzCS.jpg)



That's a pretty unique looking knife!  It is really cool seeing all these customs, and I'd love to hear the story or motivation behind all these designs! :like: :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 07:45:43 PM
Day: 14

Today I'm going with a knife that I designed, but was made by Matt Lesniewski.  Forged 1095 steel with flamed Ash scales. Matt knocked this one out of the park. Like most awl his knives.

(https://i.imgur.com/0EtuzCS.jpg)
Nice one! :like:
Fun to see the ones you have designed :hatsoff:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 07:48:22 PM
Day 14:

No use today.
So a bad pic of my restless pupper :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190914/8b3550c75bd9f1c3b31b28b0d8a328a3.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 14, 2019, 09:41:52 PM
 :like:

Day 14

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48732805158_eabc450eaa_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 14, 2019, 09:53:54 PM
Day 14
Switching things up again with the CRKT Hunt'N Fisch by Larry Fischer.  This knife ended the rotation for me during the last fixed blade challenge because I liked it so much I didn't carry anything else after this one.   If you like the concept of a fixie for EDC but you aren't sold on the tactical design of most EDC fixed blades then you should have one of these. Get one!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 10:06:35 PM
:like:

Day 14

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48732805158_eabc450eaa_z.jpg)
What are you changing bearings on?

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 14, 2019, 10:31:44 PM
Day: 14 (bonus material)


I had a chance to work on a knife I haven't finished making, today. The scales were looking pretty good after a couple of coats of linseed oil. Then I put the first-ever edge on the knife. This required a lot of grinding away--I had left the edge fairly fat for the heat treat. Grinding and sharpening made a big slurry during the process. So, naturally, the slurry got engrained into the fresh scales, making them look a bit dirty.  :facepalm:

(https://i.imgur.com/6AfQlD1.jpg)


The blade is made from 1095 and it takes a wicked edge.  :tu:  You have to love high carbon steel.  :D  "This knife will cut."

I'm tempted to leave the scales as they are--they'll only get dirty later, right?--but it's a new knife, so I'll go back and try to clean them up a bit.   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 10:45:20 PM
Day 14:

No use today.
So a bad pic of my restless pupper :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190914/8b3550c75bd9f1c3b31b28b0d8a328a3.jpg)

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Nice easy day!  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 10:45:53 PM
:like:

Day 14

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48732805158_eabc450eaa_z.jpg)
Nice shot Borg!  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 10:46:45 PM
Day 14
Switching things up again with the CRKT Hunt'N Fisch by Larry Fischer.  This knife ended the rotation for me during the last fixed blade challenge because I liked it so much I didn't carry anything else after this one.   If you like the concept of a fixie for EDC but you aren't sold on the tactical design of most EDC fixed blades then you should have one of these. Get one!
Not a bad looking knife!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 10:47:26 PM
That is one very nice looking Fixie!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 10:49:43 PM
Day: 14 (bonus material)


I had a chance to work on a knife I haven't finished making, today. The scales were looking pretty good after a couple of coats of linseed oil. Then I put the first-ever edge on the knife. This required a lot of grinding away--I had left the edge fairly fat for the heat treat. Grinding and sharpening made a big slurry during the process. So, naturally, the slurry got engrained into the fresh scales, making them look a bit dirty.  :facepalm:

(https://i.imgur.com/6AfQlD1.jpg)


The blade is made from 1095 and it takes a wicked edge.  :tu:  You have to love high carbon steel.  :D  "This knife will cut."

I'm tempted to leave the scales as they are--they'll only get dirty later, right?--but it's a new knife, so I'll go back and try to clean them up a bit.   :tu:
Nice, have been thinking of a similar design myself :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 14, 2019, 10:49:59 PM
Nice easy day!  :like: :tu:
Yes sir :salute:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 14, 2019, 10:54:48 PM
The scales don't look dirty to me. I suppose they might look different in person but it looks like a beautiful knife to me. It looks like it will be very useful. Nice work. :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 14, 2019, 10:58:11 PM
Thanks, Alan.

Yeah, in person was more obvious. Cleaned it up a bit and applied another coating of linseed oil/turpentine. Looks OK now (drying).  I hope to start working on a sheath tomorrow.   :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 14, 2019, 11:39:56 PM
Comis, I've been there myself, with 2 sons :facepalm:

Nice pup RF!

Jack, Colonial made a knife that they left the scales unfinished.  The story behind it was that your own sweat would create its own finish and a story all it's own.  Nice looking knife buddy!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 14, 2019, 11:47:34 PM
Comis, I've been there myself, with 2 sons :facepalm:

Nice pup RF!

Jack, Colonial made a knife that they left the scales unfinished.  The story behind it was that your own sweat would create its own finish and a story all it's own.  Nice looking knife buddy!


That's a story I can get behind.  :D

My scales are Maple. I'm leaving them unstained. Just a bit of oil for protection. Then some of Colonial's 'Sweat and Use' finish.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 15, 2019, 12:23:37 AM
What are you changing bearings on?

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Steering box on an old dumper, one for each end of the worm gear :tu:

Nice shot Borg!  :like: :tu:

Thank's Ray  :salute:


Yeah, in person was more obvious. Cleaned it up a bit and applied another coating of linseed oil/turpentine. Looks OK now (drying).  I hope to start working on a sheath tomorrow.   :dunno:

Can't go wrong with linseed oil, nice knife  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 15, 2019, 12:28:17 AM
 :cheers: :tu:

That's a story I can get behind.  :D

My scales are Maple. I'm leaving them unstained. Just a bit of oil for protection. Then some of Colonial's 'Sweat and Use' finish.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 15, 2019, 01:43:43 AM
Didn't like the green, so I re tied the handle in black type 95.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 15, 2019, 02:31:15 AM
That'll work!   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 15, 2019, 03:20:24 AM
Right on! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 05:14:05 AM

That's a story I can get behind.  :D

My scales are Maple. I'm leaving them unstained. Just a bit of oil for protection. Then some of Colonial's 'Sweat and Use' finish.  :cheers:



 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 05:14:23 AM
Didn't like the green, so I re tied the handle in black type 95.

Looks good!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 05:24:22 AM
Day: 14 (bonus material)


I had a chance to work on a knife I haven't finished making, today. The scales were looking pretty good after a couple of coats of linseed oil. Then I put the first-ever edge on the knife. This required a lot of grinding away--I had left the edge fairly fat for the heat treat. Grinding and sharpening made a big slurry during the process. So, naturally, the slurry got engrained into the fresh scales, making them look a bit dirty.  :facepalm:

(https://i.imgur.com/6AfQlD1.jpg)


The blade is made from 1095 and it takes a wicked edge.  :tu:  You have to love high carbon steel.  :D  "This knife will cut."

I'm tempted to leave the scales as they are--they'll only get dirty later, right?--but it's a new knife, so I'll go back and try to clean them up a bit.   :tu:

Jack, do you use a belt or a jig to make the primary bevel?  It looks really well done! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 05:30:26 AM
Comis, I've been there myself, with 2 sons :facepalm:

Nice pup RF!

Jack, Colonial made a knife that they left the scales unfinished.  The story behind it was that your own sweat would create its own finish and a story all it's own.  Nice looking knife buddy!

Barry, now that they are both grown up and can stand on their own, it must be a great feeling.  On one hand I hope the baby grows up healthy and happy, but on the other I kinda wish he could stay this young and cute a little longer, I am sure any parents would know what I am talking about. :facepalm: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 15, 2019, 06:46:24 AM
Day 14
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 08:32:20 AM
Day15

Survive Knife GSO10

This is a "chopper" knife made of 3V, I don't use it all too often for the outdoor due to its weight, but it's the perfect tool to chop open coconuts at home.  The coconut juice starts to develop a little patina at the front end, so I put on a patina to the rest of the blade.  Love the ergonomics of this knife, the big choil, tilted handle and finger grooves make really easy to chock up on the knife.  I like the kydex sheath for the Suvive knife, the knife click into the sheath very securely, and the dangler option makes everything easy to carry and is universal to all their knives.


(https://i.imgur.com/d82yV1l.jpg)




Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 15, 2019, 08:42:57 AM
Comis, I've been there myself, with 2 sons :facepalm:

Nice pup RF!

Jack, Colonial made a knife that they left the scales unfinished.  The story behind it was that your own sweat would create its own finish and a story all it's own.  Nice looking knife buddy!
:cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 15, 2019, 08:43:55 AM
Steering box on an old dumper, one for each end of the worm gear :tu:

Thank's Ray  :salute:

Can't go wrong with linseed oil, nice knife  :tu:
Sounds like a dirty job :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 15, 2019, 08:46:43 AM
Day15

Survive Knife GSO10

This is a "chopper" knife made of 3V, I don't use it all too often for the outdoor due to its weight, but it's the perfect tool to chop open coconuts at home.  The coconut juice starts to develop a little patina at the front end, so I put on a patina to the rest of the blade.  Love the ergonomics of this knife, the big choil, tilted handle and finger grooves make really easy to chock up on the knife.  I like the kydex sheath for the Suvive knife, the knife click into the sheath very securely, and the dangler option makes everything easy to carry and is universal to all their knives.


(https://i.imgur.com/d82yV1l.jpg)
Nice :tu: :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 08:50:48 AM
Nice :tu: :like:

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk


:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 15, 2019, 02:04:22 PM
We're at the halfway point, and you're awl making it a great Challenge  :hatsoff: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 15, 2019, 02:13:48 PM
Day 15

Presenting my U.S made Schrade, I purchased this with my first career paycheck so I can date it to May 1978.
It's been a great all purpose knife with a lot of memories connected to it

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 15, 2019, 02:38:25 PM
That's a fabulous looking Schrade, Greg.

They don't make 'em like that anymore.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 15, 2019, 02:39:55 PM

This is a "chopper" knife made of 3V, I don't use it all too often for the outdoor due to its weight, but it's the perfect tool to chop open coconuts at home.  The coconut juice starts to develop a little patina at the front end, so I put on a patina to the rest of the blade.  Love the ergonomics of this knife, the big choil, tilted handle and finger grooves make really easy to chock up on the knife.  I like the kydex sheath for the Suvive knife, the knife click into the sheath very securely, and the dangler option makes everything easy to carry and is universal to all their knives.


I can imagine that is one heck of a chopper!  Nice sword knife!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 15, 2019, 02:43:25 PM
Jack, do you use a belt or a jig to make the primary bevel?  It looks really well done! :tu:

Thanks, comis. That knife has a hollow grind done freehand with on the wheel of a belt grinder at the local high school. It's probably my best attempt at a hollow grind, still a bit uneven and inconsistent. The process of grinding a hollow grind has given me a whole new level of appreciation for the talents and skills of some knife makers.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 15, 2019, 03:32:13 PM
That's a fabulous looking Schrade, Greg.

They don't make 'em like that anymore.  :tu:

Thanks Nix
And this is sadly an example of that old saying, I don't remember this knife having a model name, but the pattern still exists as the Golden Spike, I've held one, and it doesn't compare, oddly it has no heft to it I'm sure it wouldn't take the use and abuse the original at least mine has
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 15, 2019, 03:37:51 PM
Sounds like a dirty job :tu:

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It was a bit messy yes,  i was planning on putting it back together today but no, wrong sized bearings supplied  :pok:

Day 15

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48737143917_e79ba99357_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 03:48:44 PM
We're at the halfway point, and you're awl making it a great Challenge  :hatsoff: :cheers:

Thank you to you too, I had enjoyed reading and interacting with everyone!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 03:50:01 PM
Day 15

Presenting my U.S made Schrade, I purchased this with my first career paycheck so I can date it to May 1978.
It's been a great all purpose knife with a lot of memories connected to it



Knife with memories, aren't those the best kind to own?  Awesome! :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 15, 2019, 03:53:38 PM
Absolutely.  I have to say that the years fly by. 
Barry, now that they are both grown up and can stand on their own, it must be a great feeling.  On one hand I hope the baby grows up healthy and happy, but on the other I kinda wish he could stay this young and cute a little longer, I am sure any parents would know what I am talking about. :facepalm: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 15, 2019, 03:55:00 PM
I can imagine that is one heck of a chopper!  Nice sword knife!  :tu:

 :D


Thanks, comis. That knife has a hollow grind done freehand with on the wheel of a belt grinder at the local high school. It's probably my best attempt at a hollow grind, still a bit uneven and inconsistent. The process of grinding a hollow grind has given me a whole new level of appreciation for the talents and skills of some knife makers.  :D
I was making a knife mod recently, and even remaking a primary grind without the power tools is difficult, nothing in knife making is exactly easy and totally agree with the appreciation part. :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 15, 2019, 04:19:57 PM
Didn't like the green, so I re tied the handle in black type 95.
Much nicer looking! Stealthy  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 15, 2019, 04:22:37 PM
Day 14
Now thats a nice BOB!
I like you even have a fixie in there! And almost quite literally the kitchen sink!  :tu: :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 15, 2019, 04:23:31 PM
Day15

Survive Knife GSO10

This is a "chopper" knife made of 3V, I don't use it all too often for the outdoor due to its weight, but it's the perfect tool to chop open coconuts at home.  The coconut juice starts to develop a little patina at the front end, so I put on a patina to the rest of the blade.  Love the ergonomics of this knife, the big choil, tilted handle and finger grooves make really easy to chock up on the knife.  I like the kydex sheath for the Suvive knife, the knife click into the sheath very securely, and the dangler option makes everything easy to carry and is universal to all their knives.


(https://i.imgur.com/d82yV1l.jpg)
Yes a chopper for sure!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 15, 2019, 04:26:11 PM
Day 15

Presenting my U.S made Schrade, I purchased this with my first career paycheck so I can date it to May 1978.
It's been a great all purpose knife with a lot of memories connected to it
Oh boy. A knife with your first paycheck!  :2tu:
I wish I had thought of that. That is really neat.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 15, 2019, 04:27:55 PM
It was a bit messy yes,  i was planning on putting it back together today but no, wrong sized bearings supplied  :pok:

Day 15

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48737143917_e79ba99357_z.jpg)
Oh no.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: David on September 15, 2019, 04:30:15 PM
Day 15

Presenting my U.S made Schrade, I purchased this with my first career paycheck so I can date it to May 1978.
It's been a great all purpose knife with a lot of memories connected to it

 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 15, 2019, 04:37:08 PM
Now thats a nice BOB!
I like you even have a fixie in there! And almost quite literally the kitchen sink!  :tu: :like:

 :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 15, 2019, 05:03:54 PM
:rofl:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 15, 2019, 06:08:23 PM
HOWDY, day 15
Having the tag hanging down past the sweat band reminded me of Minnie; Pearl.

By tag...
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 15, 2019, 06:33:55 PM
HOWDY, day 15
Having the tag hanging down past the sweat band reminded me of Minnie; Pearl.

By tag...
:rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 15, 2019, 07:21:23 PM
It was a bit messy yes,  i was planning on putting it back together today but no, wrong sized bearings supplied  :pok:

Day 15

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48737143917_e79ba99357_z.jpg)
That is just typical :facepalm:
Cool pic though :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 15, 2019, 07:44:46 PM
Day 15: Husking walnuts!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 15, 2019, 07:54:42 PM
day 14 for me: makin some music

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48737117543_9303d65e68_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hfJt54)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 15, 2019, 08:03:34 PM
Day 15:

Some minor electrical work at work today :facepalm:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190915/a4ea28065834227ad476f7285a5af874.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 15, 2019, 09:48:04 PM
Nice shots today, guys!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 15, 2019, 09:50:52 PM
Day: 15

I carried another Fiddleback knife today (Bushboot, I believe).  Used it in the morning to liberate some almonds from a mylar bag. Not as cool as Barry's walnut task, but I got to eat the almonds right away.  :pok:

Later, used the Fiddleback to collect a few tomatoes for a salad later on:

(https://i.imgur.com/MiKVXVt.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 01:03:57 AM
Day 15: Husking walnuts!
Nice usage and cool looking knife!   :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 01:06:26 AM
day 14 for me: makin some music

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48737117543_9303d65e68_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hfJt54)
I didn’t know your knife was camo!   :whistle:
I almost didn’t see it at all  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 01:07:30 AM
Day 15:

Some minor electrical work at work today :facepalm:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190915/a4ea28065834227ad476f7285a5af874.jpg)

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Nice looking and nice feeling fixie you have there!  :2tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 01:08:27 AM
Day: 15

I carried another Fiddleback knife today (Bushboot, I believe).  Used it in the morning to liberate some almonds from a mylar bag. Not as cool as Barry's walnut task, but I got to eat the almonds right away.  :pok:

Later, used the Fiddleback to collect a few tomatoes for a salad later on:

(https://i.imgur.com/MiKVXVt.jpg)
Very nice!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 01:09:28 AM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 16, 2019, 02:14:23 AM
 :drool: :drool: Looking great buddy!!
 
Day: 15

I carried another Fiddleback knife today (Bushboot, I believe).  Used it in the morning to liberate some almonds from a mylar bag. Not as cool as Barry's walnut task, but I got to eat the almonds right away.  :pok:

Later, used the Fiddleback to collect a few tomatoes for a salad later on:

(https://i.imgur.com/MiKVXVt.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 16, 2019, 03:44:12 AM
Day 15
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 04:02:29 AM
 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 04:46:39 AM
Day 15
Nice knife - do have a question. On the blade spine I see the jimping and the 4 cut sections and then more jimping...what are the 4 cut sections purpose? I’m drawing a blank. Thanks.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 06:31:06 AM
Day16

Survive knife GSO 3.5 20CV

Love this little knife, very agile in hand, posing just before breakfast.  The metal bow drill divot is a cool and practical addition for premium scales.


Genuinely I love their knives, for the choice of material, ease of maintenance, decent balance and ergo.  Value has increased after their initial success, but at par with many other makers out there.

(https://i.imgur.com/iHQ1GJp.jpg)


Bonus picture:

A comparison of different sizes of Survive knives I owned:
(https://i.imgur.com/FsyhHcN.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 06:31:45 AM
Day 15: Husking walnuts!

Very nice!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 06:32:33 AM
day 14 for me: makin some music

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48737117543_9303d65e68_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hfJt54)

Cool and creative photo!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 06:33:38 AM
Day: 15

I carried another Fiddleback knife today (Bushboot, I believe).  Used it in the morning to liberate some almonds from a mylar bag. Not as cool as Barry's walnut task, but I got to eat the almonds right away.  :pok:

Later, used the Fiddleback to collect a few tomatoes for a salad later on:

(https://i.imgur.com/MiKVXVt.jpg)

Very nice!  Colors are so vibrant and this is so eye catching!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 16, 2019, 08:18:32 AM
Day 15  :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 16, 2019, 08:44:31 AM
Nice knife - do have a question. On the blade spine I see the jimping and the 4 cut sections and then more jimping...what are the 4 cut sections purpose? I’m drawing a blank. Thanks.
Day 16 In reply to your question, It's strictly decorative. They're offset on the opposite side so it looks like a squiggly line from above. Although, I do find it a good spot for my thumb or forefinger.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 16, 2019, 11:22:56 AM
Nice looking and nice feeling fixie you have there!  :2tu:
Thanks Ray :cheers:
Haven't had to sharpen it yet, it's not shaving sharp but it still holds a good working sharpness :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 16, 2019, 11:27:27 AM
Day16

Survive knife GSO 3.5 20CV

Love this little knife, very agile in hand, posing just before breakfast.  The metal bow drill divot is a cool and practical addition for premium scales.


Genuinely I love their knives, for the choice of material, ease of maintenance, decent balance and ergo.  Value has increased after their initial success, but at par with many other makers out there.

(https://i.imgur.com/iHQ1GJp.jpg)


Bonus picture:

A comparison of different sizes of Survive knives I owned:
(https://i.imgur.com/FsyhHcN.jpg)
Nice collection! :drool: :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 16, 2019, 11:31:28 AM
Day 16:

Got mail(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190916/1859067bfc41dfe1fb2b1aaeb44f9cf3.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 02:17:02 PM
Day16

Survive knife GSO 3.5 20CV

Love this little knife, very agile in hand, posing just before breakfast.  The metal bow drill divot is a cool and practical addition for premium scales.


Genuinely I love their knives, for the choice of material, ease of maintenance, decent balance and ergo.  Value has increased after their initial success, but at par with many other makers out there.

(https://i.imgur.com/iHQ1GJp.jpg)


Bonus picture:

A comparison of different sizes of Survive knives I owned:
(https://i.imgur.com/FsyhHcN.jpg)
Now that is a nice little handy one to have! I like the metal bow divot - very cool and useful.  :cheers:
Great collection!  :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 02:17:48 PM
Day 15  :woohoo:
Nice  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 02:19:18 PM
Day 16 In reply to your question, It's strictly decorative. They're offset on the opposite side so it looks like a squiggly line from above. Although, I do find it a good spot for my thumb or forefinger.
Awww...ok. Thanks!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 02:20:52 PM
Day 16:

Got mail(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190916/1859067bfc41dfe1fb2b1aaeb44f9cf3.jpg)

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Nice Ruger edition  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 02:25:36 PM
Now that is a nice little handy one to have! I like the metal bow divot - very cool and useful.  :cheers:
Great collection!  :woohoo:

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 02:48:19 PM

A comparison of different sizes of Survive knives I owned:



Great shot of the line-up.  :tu: 

I've heard good things about their knives and have been tempted to try one myself. My problem was trying to figure out which one.......but I see you figured out a workaround for that.  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 16, 2019, 02:49:48 PM
Day 16: We cut trimmer cord doing lawn work, but no pics. 
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 02:52:05 PM
Looking good, Barry.  :tu:

That is a handsome knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 02:56:11 PM

Great shot of the line-up.  :tu: 

I've heard good things about their knives and have been tempted to try one myself. My problem was trying to figure out which one.......but I see you figured out a workaround for that.  :rofl:

 :facepalm: :D


I would say the 4-5 inch models are both great, 7in is the middle child with identity problem, 10in is great again as a the big brother.  Of course, 3.5 is also a favorite being the youngest and fun. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 02:56:48 PM
Looking good, Barry.  :tu:

That is a handsome knife!

 :iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 03:05:38 PM
Day 16: We cut trimmer cord doing lawn work, but no pics.
Nice usage!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 03:05:59 PM
Looking good, Barry.  :tu:

That is a handsome knife!
:iagree: 110%
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 16, 2019, 03:08:43 PM
 :cheers: Thanks guys!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 16, 2019, 03:44:19 PM
Nice Ruger edition  :like: :tu:
:cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 16, 2019, 04:01:09 PM
Nice collection! :drool: :like:

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:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 16, 2019, 06:07:54 PM
Very nice everyone  :tu:

Day 15

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48744126046_15b2d4840f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 06:39:34 PM
 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 06:44:15 PM
Day: 16

Today I'm very happy to carry, and present to y'awl, this Breeden:

(https://i.imgur.com/MX03h9H.jpg)



This humble looking knife was made to my specifications by Bryan. Bryan is one of those guys who seems to be able to breathe life and soul into a knife. While it looks fairly simple, it is a brilliant knife to use, and one of my favorites.

A 3.5" blade of O-1 with a convex edge. Micarta scales that fill the hand (Bryan is a Nebraska farm-boy and knows what a tool should feel like for real work.). So simple, but, in a Zen-like way, sp perfect.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 06:50:54 PM
Here's the same Breeden next to a Buck 110 for comparison:

(https://i.imgur.com/xS8eqPY.jpg)


Similar size, really, but the Breeden feels bigger. That's probably because of the heftier handle.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 06:56:43 PM
Day: 16

Today I'm very happy to carry, and present to y'awl, this Breeden:

(https://i.imgur.com/MX03h9H.jpg)



This humble looking knife was made to my specifications by Bryan. Bryan is one of those guys who seems to be able to breathe life and soul into a knife. While it looks fairly simple, it is a brilliant knife to use, and one of my favorites.

A 3.5" blade of O-1 with a convex edge. Micarta scales that fill the hand (Bryan is a Nebraska farm-boy and knows what a tool should feel like for real work.). So simple, but, in a Zen-like way, sp perfect.  :tu:
Nice size  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 06:57:30 PM
Here's the same Breeden next to a Buck 110 for comparison:

(https://i.imgur.com/xS8eqPY.jpg)


Similar size, really, but the Breeden feels bigger. That's probably because of the heftier handle.
Oh - a good camp knife for sure!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 16, 2019, 07:32:37 PM
Here's the same Breeden next to a Buck 110 for comparison:

(https://i.imgur.com/xS8eqPY.jpg)


Similar size, really, but the Breeden feels bigger. That's probably because of the heftier handle.
Another nice knife :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 08:35:07 PM
Cheers and thanks, guys.  :cheers:


It's fun rotating through various fixed blades, but I sort of miss the challenge of just using one knife for a challenge.   :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 09:20:27 PM
Day: 16


The Breeden got a little KP duty today:

(https://i.imgur.com/G0kUzWx.jpg)




Yes, making hummus again....... :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 16, 2019, 09:29:38 PM
day 15: spoils of autumn

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48745364592_3de8218de5_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hgsJCy)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 16, 2019, 09:50:53 PM
Hazelnuts?

Love 'em!   :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 16, 2019, 10:29:48 PM
yup. and ordered some pistachios
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 16, 2019, 11:00:08 PM
Day 16

Used the CRKT to remove some tags

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 16, 2019, 11:04:48 PM
Awesome knives everyone, I'd be happy to carry and use awl of them  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 17, 2019, 02:30:41 AM
Kept my granddaughter for 12 hours today... Managed to get a shot out on the porch.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:55:59 AM
Day: 16


The Breeden got a little KP duty today:

(https://i.imgur.com/G0kUzWx.jpg)




Yes, making hummus again....... :facepalm:
Giving it a nice work out!  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:56:56 AM
day 15: spoils of autumn

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48745364592_3de8218de5_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hgsJCy)
Oh boy! Looking good!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:57:41 AM
Day 16

Used the CRKT to remove some tags
Nice use  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:58:11 AM
Kept my granddaughter for 12 hours today... Managed to get a shot out on the porch.
Very good  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 05:13:13 AM
Day17

Koster Knives 3V.  This is an interesting knife, with a full flat grind but with very thick spine, a little less than 1/4 stock(think BK2).  So it is hefty in hand, balance is somewhere between the index and middle finger, so it is ok.  I often compare this to my survive knife GSO 4.0, and think about their different geometry.  Is it necessary to use 1/4 stock when it is 3V?  Or was it a geometric design and it ends up at closer to 1/4 stock?  I guess that is what makes the hobby interesting.

The sheath is really well made by KSF, but the design makes the knife ride high above waist and less than optimal to carry.  Most third party dangler probably will not work with this sheath, and I still gonna figure out a way to better carry this.

(https://i.imgur.com/cSkltW7.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 05:40:29 AM
Day: 16


The Breeden got a little KP duty today:

(https://i.imgur.com/G0kUzWx.jpg)




Yes, making hummus again....... :facepalm:

Awesome knife, I too appreciate a small simple knife with good ergo and functional geometry. :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 05:41:59 AM
Very nice everyone  :tu:

Day 15

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48744126046_15b2d4840f_z.jpg)

Nice one!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 05:52:56 AM

Koster Knives 3V.  This is an interesting knife, with a full flat grind but with very thick spine, a little less than 1/4 stock(think BK2).  So it is hefty in hand, balance is somewhere between the index and middle finger, so it is ok.  I often compare this to my survive knife GSO 4.0, and think about their different geometry.  Is it necessary to use 1/4 stock when it is 3V?  Or was it a geometric design and it ends up at closer to 1/4 stock?  I guess that is what makes the hobby interesting.

The sheath is really well made by KSF, but the design makes the knife ride high above waist and less than optimal to carry.  Most third party dangler probably will not work with this sheath, and I still gonna figure out a way to better carry this.



Ooooh, nice knife! Approximately a 5" blade?

I think I have the same model:

(https://i.imgur.com/J1swl8a.jpg)
Terrible picture, but it's dark here, now. Sorry.


This sheath is a handmade sheath from Wasteland Leathercraft (if I'm reading the stamp correctly). A nice sheath, well made. However, this version also keeps about 1/2 the handle above the belt. I actually like that (except when using a backpack with waist belt).

I think if you wanted a lower riding sheath, one with a fold over belt loop could serve you well. Without going full on dangler.   :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 05:56:54 AM
I'm not sure why the thicker stock was used. It does seem heavy. I think this was designed as a 'bushcraft' knife and was meant to be tough. I will say, the 1/4" stock (mine seems a little thinner than 1/4", but not by much.) and FFG make this knife a good performer when batonning wood for splitting. Like using a splitting wedge.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 11:49:06 AM

Ooooh, nice knife! Approximately a 5" blade?

I think I have the same model:

(https://i.imgur.com/J1swl8a.jpg)
Terrible picture, but it's dark here, now. Sorry.


This sheath is a handmade sheath from Wasteland Leathercraft (if I'm reading the stamp correctly). A nice sheath, well made. However, this version also keeps about 1/2 the handle above the belt. I actually like that (except when using a backpack with waist belt).

I think if you wanted a lower riding sheath, one with a fold over belt loop could serve you well. Without going full on dangler.   :dunno:

Small world! :cheers:   


I think we do have the same model, and while I was getting mine, I secretly wish they could have used two lanyard holes design, which the later iteration does include that feature. :tu:


Yes, it does feel heavy in hand, not BK2 heavy, but still noticeable.  I think the KSF sheath rides higher, I got two inches of handle poking out of the sheath.  I too do think a loop over design might be better.  I love dangler design so as long I am not running with the knife or it doesn't 'dangle' too much.  At least getting out of the way whenever I am driving or sit down would be nice. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 12:16:40 PM
I'm not sure why the thicker stock was used. It does seem heavy. I think this was designed as a 'bushcraft' knife and was meant to be tough. I will say, the 1/4" stock (mine seems a little thinner than 1/4", but not by much.) and FFG make this knife a good performer when batonning wood for splitting. Like using a splitting wedge.  :D

I haven't put this knife into any hard use(mainly due to its sheath), and I would believe what you said is definitely true. 

I always like what Mors Kochanski's school of thought about ourdoor living and survival, and IIRC, most of his life he just used a knife similar to a Mora for teaching.  And ever since I've done a semi-destructive batonning test on my Mora Bushcraft survival (3mm/ 1/8 stock) couple years ago, I am now a firm believer a humble Mora can do a lot more than what we give it credit for, and a good outdoor knife can also be thin stock while getting jobs done admirably.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 17, 2019, 01:47:48 PM
Day 17:

Pocket dump(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190917/efcca2c81ec77ced3a1b712c5d2499bf.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 17, 2019, 02:07:13 PM
Day 17

Time for a touch up

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 17, 2019, 02:10:17 PM
Day 17:

Pocket dump(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190917/efcca2c81ec77ced3a1b712c5d2499bf.jpg)

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That's a great key tag  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 17, 2019, 02:14:07 PM
Day 17: Went back to work after a long weekend of house projects.  I'm really itching for some Trail time!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 17, 2019, 02:19:23 PM
That's a great key tag  :tu:
Thanks! Hope it never becomes useful :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 17, 2019, 02:20:03 PM
Day 17

Time for a touch up
Nice :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 17, 2019, 02:20:57 PM
Day 17: Went back to work after a long weekend of house projects.  I'm really itching for some Trail time!
Your knife to by the looks of it :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 17, 2019, 02:45:48 PM
Yes indeed RF!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 03:03:35 PM
Day 17: Went back to work after a long weekend of house projects.  I'm really itching for some Trail time!


Me, too, Barry!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 03:09:37 PM
I haven't put this knife into any hard use(mainly due to its sheath), and I would believe what you said is definitely true. 

I always like what Mors Kochanski's school of thought about ourdoor living and survival, and IIRC, most of his life he just used a knife similar to a Mora for teaching.  And ever since I've done a semi-destructive batonning test on my Mora Bushcraft survival (3mm/ 1/8 stock) couple years ago, I am now a firm believer a humble Mora can do a lot more than what we give it credit for, and a good outdoor knife can also be thin stock while getting jobs done admirably.

Mors is quite the guy. More than any other Bushcraft instructor, he seems to have lived what he taught. I think he started out using a folding knife, then switched to a fixed blade. I think his school used Moras for a while (maybe still does).  So, yes, no doubt the Mora collection is solid.

Later he designed the 'Skookum Bushtool' with Rod Garcia. Well, Rod is from Montana, so I figured I needed one of those. Rod and I exchanged a few emails and I got on the job list for a Skookum, but it never happened. I think Rod had some health issues and may not be making knives anymore. Probably just as well for my bank account.  And I have a knife or two (including a Mora) that could fill in if need be.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 17, 2019, 03:20:38 PM
damn it , i forgot post yesterday hahahaha  :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm: oh well either i quit this one.. or keep going ..  :think:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:32:23 PM
Day17

Koster Knives 3V.  This is an interesting knife, with a full flat grind but with very thick spine, a little less than 1/4 stock(think BK2).  So it is hefty in hand, balance is somewhere between the index and middle finger, so it is ok.  I often compare this to my survive knife GSO 4.0, and think about their different geometry.  Is it necessary to use 1/4 stock when it is 3V?  Or was it a geometric design and it ends up at closer to 1/4 stock?  I guess that is what makes the hobby interesting.

The sheath is really well made by KSF, but the design makes the knife ride high above waist and less than optimal to carry.  Most third party dangler probably will not work with this sheath, and I still gonna figure out a way to better carry this.

(https://i.imgur.com/cSkltW7.jpg)
That is kinda neat looking. And a full flat grind.  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:34:34 PM

Ooooh, nice knife! Approximately a 5" blade?

I think I have the same model:

(https://i.imgur.com/J1swl8a.jpg)
Terrible picture, but it's dark here, now. Sorry.


This sheath is a handmade sheath from Wasteland Leathercraft (if I'm reading the stamp correctly). A nice sheath, well made. However, this version also keeps about 1/2 the handle above the belt. I actually like that (except when using a backpack with waist belt).

I think if you wanted a lower riding sheath, one with a fold over belt loop could serve you well. Without going full on dangler.   :dunno:
Very nice!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:36:46 PM
I haven't put this knife into any hard use(mainly due to its sheath), and I would believe what you said is definitely true. 

I always like what Mors Kochanski's school of thought about ourdoor living and survival, and IIRC, most of his life he just used a knife similar to a Mora for teaching.  And ever since I've done a semi-destructive batonning test on my Mora Bushcraft survival (3mm/ 1/8 stock) couple years ago, I am now a firm believer a humble Mora can do a lot more than what we give it credit for, and a good outdoor knife can also be thin stock while getting jobs done admirably.
My son would agree with you on that!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:38:11 PM
Day 17:

Pocket dump(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190917/efcca2c81ec77ced3a1b712c5d2499bf.jpg)

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Interesting wallet  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:39:59 PM
Day 17

Time for a touch up
Those CRKT come with some very sharp edges! I was really surprised, especially at the prices they sell for!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 03:42:00 PM
Day 17: Went back to work after a long weekend of house projects.  I'm really itching for some Trail time!
Never turn down trail time! I don’t.  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 04:16:31 PM
Day 17

Time for a touch up


That seems like a really nice EDC, Greg.  :tu:

Nice work with the stone, too.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 04:17:09 PM
Day 17:

Pocket dump(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190917/efcca2c81ec77ced3a1b712c5d2499bf.jpg)

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:like:  I think I might even have the same knife! :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 04:18:08 PM
Day 17

Time for a touch up



The paper cutting is post-touch-up, right? :pok:  It looks pretty sharp...
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 04:18:50 PM
damn it , i forgot post yesterday hahahaha  :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm: oh well either i quit this one.. or keep going ..  :think:

As the Japanese say: “Nana korobi, ya oki” (fall down 7 times, get up 8.)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 17, 2019, 04:21:49 PM
:like:  I think I might even have the same knife! :D
Cool! It's a neat little knife :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 17, 2019, 04:21:58 PM
As the Japanese say: “Nana korobi, ya oki” (fall down 7 times, get up 8.)


 :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 17, 2019, 04:22:56 PM
Interesting wallet  :tu:
Gerber Barbill, holds some cards and some bills and has a bottle opener :rofl:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 04:29:44 PM
Mors is quite the guy. More than any other Bushcraft instructor, he seems to have lived what he taught. I think he started out using a folding knife, then switched to a fixed blade. I think his school used Moras for a while (maybe still does).  So, yes, no doubt the Mora collection is solid.

Later he designed the 'Skookum Bushtool' with Rod Garcia. Well, Rod is from Montana, so I figured I needed one of those. Rod and I exchanged a few emails and I got on the job list for a Skookum, but it never happened. I think Rod had some health issues and may not be making knives anymore. Probably just as well for my bank account.  And I have a knife or two (including a Mora) that could fill in if need be.  :D

Ahhh, I remembered checking out the Bushtool, and hearing a lot of good things about those.  I don't know Mr. Garcia, but do hope he would do better afterwards.

Another candidate knife from a good instructor is the Ray Mear's bushcraft knife, but it also cost a pretty penny.  Sometimes being a SAK/knife/tool nut often give me the guilty feeling that I might have collected/brought one too many, and may not fully use those tools to the full extent to get my money worth. :facepalm: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 04:31:36 PM
As the Japanese say: “Nana korobi, ya oki” (fall down 7 times, get up 8.)
No further truth than that! :hatsoff:

damn it , i forgot post yesterday hahahaha  :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm: oh well either i quit this one.. or keep going ..  :think:
Keep going, of course! :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 17, 2019, 04:45:54 PM
Those CRKT come with some very sharp edges! I was really surprised, especially at the prices they sell for!

It's my only CRKT, but I have to agree and it's very easy to keep that way :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 04:48:34 PM

 :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking:


FTFY!  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 17, 2019, 04:50:18 PM

That seems like a really nice EDC, Greg.  :tu:

Nice work with the stone, too.  :tu:

Thanks Nix
It's mostly sat unused for years, but it's been a fun little knife so far  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 04:54:28 PM
Day: 17

Today's carry is a fantastic little EDC that has a lot of belt time with me:

(https://i.imgur.com/LxjQCJd.jpg)



This is a Koyote Mini-Nessmuk. The handle is the same size as an 85mm SAK, but the blade is the same size as a 111mm SAK (actually, the cutting edge is longer than on a 111mm SAK).  I don't remember what the steel is here, might be 1084 might be L6. Koyote mostly used medium-carbon steels. The edge, well polished as you can see, gets razor sharp and I think the convex bevel means it holds an edge relatively well for the steel. I don't think I'd use this to trim carpet or cut dry wall, but it is a great EDC.

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 04:55:30 PM
Thanks Nix
It's mostly sat unused for years, but it's been a fun little knife so far  :tu:


Yeah, the fun part of this challenge for me has been pulling out the old favorites and giving them a bit of use/time.   :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 17, 2019, 05:16:28 PM

Yeah, the fun part of this challenge for me has been pulling out the old favorites and giving them a bit of use/time.   :cheers:

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 17, 2019, 06:27:53 PM
Day 17
The youngest person in my house is 50 so we sure don't need childproof caps. I remove the lock mechanism every time I open a new pill bottle. Seems to happen a lot more than it used to.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 07:02:03 PM

Yeah, the fun part of this challenge for me has been pulling out the old favorites and giving them a bit of use/time.   :cheers:

 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 07:04:03 PM
Day 17
The youngest person in my house is 50 so we sure don't need childproof caps. I remove the lock mechanism every time I open a new pill bottle. Seems to happen a lot more than it used to.
Didn't know I could do that, and wasn't expecting to learn about pill bottle in a knife thread!  Cool! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 17, 2019, 07:09:03 PM
Day 17

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48749698798_064934e277_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 17, 2019, 07:11:41 PM
Day 17

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48749698798_064934e277_z.jpg)

That's a lovely shot!  Almost straight out of Mario! :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 17, 2019, 07:22:49 PM
Thanks comis  :D, yep that time of year again, will give those ones a miss though

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 08:04:28 PM
Nice shot, Borg!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 17, 2019, 08:59:24 PM
day 16: tackling a different beast today

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48750692992_f23697ad46_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hgW3zw)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 09:07:29 PM
 :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 09:08:39 PM
Day: 17 (bonus material)


If this photo seems familiar, it's because the local birds go through at least 20# of seed every few weeks.....  :rofl:


(https://i.imgur.com/W0pDKUI.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 17, 2019, 09:09:00 PM
 :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking:

 :viking: :viking: :viking: :viking:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 17, 2019, 09:09:21 PM
 :rofl:
Day: 17 (bonus material)


If this phot seems familiar, it's because the local birds go through at least 20# of seed every few weeks.....  :rofl:


(https://i.imgur.com/W0pDKUI.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 09:46:40 PM
Thanks Nix
It's mostly sat unused for years, but it's been a fun little knife so far  :tu:
Unused for years...wow...thought that one would have been an EDC. :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 09:48:27 PM
Day 17
The youngest person in my house is 50 so we sure don't need childproof caps. I remove the lock mechanism every time I open a new pill bottle. Seems to happen a lot more than it used to.
My mom hates those things with a passion! The pharmacy gives her the ones with the screw on cap!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 09:48:59 PM
Day 17

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48749698798_064934e277_z.jpg)
Mushroom hunting! Nice  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 09:50:02 PM
Thanks comis  :D, yep that time of year again, will give those ones a miss though
A miss...so poisonous?  :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 09:50:44 PM
day 16: tackling a different beast today

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48750692992_f23697ad46_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hgW3zw)
:rofl:
 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 09:54:18 PM
Day: 17 (bonus material)


If this photo seems familiar, it's because the local birds go through at least 20# of seed every few weeks.....  :rofl:


(https://i.imgur.com/W0pDKUI.jpg)
Well they know you will be there to feed them...you are their restaurant of choice in the area. I know if I lived near you, I would be showing up myself!  :2tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 17, 2019, 10:27:14 PM
 :rofl:

Might be why Mrs Nix stays around........  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 17, 2019, 11:12:56 PM
 :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 17, 2019, 11:15:37 PM
Unused for years...wow...thought that one would have been an EDC. :like: :cheers:

Luckily I rarely let items like this go  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 17, 2019, 11:21:35 PM
:rofl:

Might be why Mrs Nix stays around........  :rofl:
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 18, 2019, 04:19:58 AM
Really slow and lonely day, today, without the granddaughter.  Biggest chore was capping the afternoon cigar.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 18, 2019, 08:29:16 AM
Day 18

Koster Scout is a cute small fixed blade which it is practically a in-pocket carry blade.  The handle is really small and it is suitable for a three finger hold by a medium sized hand.  However, it is comfortable for a chocked up position.

(https://i.imgur.com/BKbep9a.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ETBIVLp.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 18, 2019, 08:50:39 AM
:rofl:

Might be why Mrs Nix stays around........  :rofl:

 :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 18, 2019, 08:52:06 AM
Really slow and lonely day, today, without the granddaughter.  Biggest chore was capping the afternoon cigar.
I sure she would love to hang out with you too, does any of your fixed blade used for your carving?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 01:53:31 PM
Day 18

Koster Scout is a cute small fixed blade which it is practically a in-pocket carry blade.  The handle is really small and it is suitable for a three finger hold by a medium sized hand.  However, it is comfortable for a chocked up position.

(https://i.imgur.com/BKbep9a.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ETBIVLp.jpg)
Thats the type of holster I am looking for! Very nice set up  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 18, 2019, 02:31:27 PM
Day 18: Managed to get some outside time in!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 18, 2019, 02:38:49 PM
That's great, Barry.  :tu:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 18, 2019, 02:39:58 PM

Koster Scout is a cute small fixed blade which it is practically a in-pocket carry blade.  The handle is really small and it is suitable for a three finger hold by a medium sized hand.  However, it is comfortable for a chocked up position.



I like that!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 18, 2019, 04:30:56 PM
Day 18: Managed to get some outside time in!

Awesome!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 18, 2019, 04:31:12 PM

I like that!
:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 18, 2019, 05:12:21 PM
Thats the type of holster I am looking for! Very nice set up  :tu: :cheers:
Here you go Ray: http://www.ksfleather.com/pocketsheaths.html
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 18, 2019, 05:48:27 PM
Thats the type of holster I am looking for! Very nice set up  :tu: :cheers:

But please do beware, the kind of knife you plan to fit into this sheath.  For my Koster Scout, it wasn't a 'custom' fit, so it's just sit in the sheath.  If you put it upside down and shake very lightly, the knife will drop right out.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 18, 2019, 06:47:36 PM
I've seen on Blade Forums in many threads about pocket carry that these are used often with ESEE Izulas, Izula II's and similar sized knives with the handles attached and they seem to work well. I don't think it would work with anything that has a wide blade such as the mini Nessmuck. You could probably wet mold the sheath for a better fit.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 18, 2019, 08:21:15 PM
Day 18
Getting ready for my afternoon smoke.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 08:23:27 PM
Day 18: Managed to get some outside time in!
Yeay!
Nice to get outside time!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 08:32:16 PM
Here you go Ray: http://www.ksfleather.com/pocketsheaths.html
Thank you - have it bookmarked!  :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 08:37:56 PM
But please do beware, the kind of knife you plan to fit into this sheath.  For my Koster Scout, it wasn't a 'custom' fit, so it's just sit in the sheath.  If you put it upside down and shake very lightly, the knife will drop right out.
Thanks - am looking to put a Minimalist drop point into it. The Minimalist is the first nice front pocket fixed blade I have found to disappear really nice! No one know I’m carrying one.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 08:41:16 PM
I've seen on Blade Forums in many threads about pocket carry that these are used often with ESEE Izulas, Izula II's and similar sized knives with the handles attached and they seem to work well. I don't think it would work with anything that has a wide blade such as the mini Nessmuck. You could probably wet mold the sheath for a better fit.
Well that was my first preference - my Randall Triathlete which is so similar to the Izula it not even funny. I will give them a call and ask! Thanks  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 08:44:46 PM
Day 18
Getting ready for my afternoon smoke.
The Meerschaum pipe is back!  :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 18, 2019, 08:52:30 PM
day 17: all work

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48755589297_408b9917b0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hhn95z)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 18, 2019, 08:56:30 PM
Day: 18

Fun day out at the range with a pair of revolvers today. The S&W was just back from the gunsmith's shop and the sights needed to be adjusted...... The ML EDC was not up to the task, and the screwdrivers came out of the range bag. The win goes to the multitool (that was back at home....... :facepalm:)

(https://i.imgur.com/li824Pr.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 09:15:20 PM
Day: 18

Fun day out at the range with a pair of revolvers today. The S&W was just back from the gunsmith's shop and the sights needed to be adjusted...... The ML EDC was not up to the task, and the screwdrivers came out of the range bag. The win goes to the multitool (that was back at home....... :facepalm:)

(https://i.imgur.com/li824Pr.jpg)
Now I do love the Smith & Wesson revolvers...Ruger makes great rifles and pistols - especially in 22’s! Very nice  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 18, 2019, 09:40:37 PM
 :tu: :like:
Day 18
Getting ready for my afternoon smoke.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 18, 2019, 10:06:54 PM
Nice shot, Borg!

 :tu:

A miss...so poisonous?  :dunno:

I don't know these ones so leave them alone, they don't look very nice anyway, i only eat the ones i know for sure are edible  :tu:

Day 18

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48754823573_0e148d9a80_z.jpg)



Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 18, 2019, 10:54:11 PM
:tu:

I don't know these ones so leave them alone, they don't look very nice anyway, i only eat the ones i know for sure are edible  :tu:

Day 18

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48754823573_0e148d9a80_z.jpg)
As would I... :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 18, 2019, 11:02:26 PM
Day 18

Mail duty

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 18, 2019, 11:18:25 PM
Day 18:

Just some food prep with the Bucklite Max large (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190918/017a706e732e3184452b3d0d681e6959.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 12:05:16 AM
Nice uses, guys.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 19, 2019, 01:23:49 AM
 :iagree: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 19, 2019, 02:13:27 AM
The grandbaby enjoyed her formula while I got the next to last Honeycrisp.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 02:24:41 AM
Day 18

Mail duty
Nice duty!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 02:26:18 AM
Day 18:

Just some food prep with the Bucklite Max large (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190918/017a706e732e3184452b3d0d681e6959.jpg)
I think between mail duty and food duty are the best reasons for having a blade!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 02:28:24 AM
The grandbaby enjoyed her formula while I got the next to last Honeycrisp.
I just started a bag of Gala’s   :drool:
They were cheaper and bigger!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 03:21:27 AM
We've got Honeycrisps here, now. Our favorite apples.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 04:29:39 AM
We've got Honeycrisps here, now. Our favorite apples.  :tu:
Very nice, they are so delicious  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 19, 2019, 05:35:19 AM
Day19

Fieldcraft by Brothers of Bushcraft

This is an interesting take on what Bushcraft knife, it utilizes really thick stock of 1/4" (~5mm), and the balance point is where the middle finger is(so no forward bias for a really heavy blade, may not be too ideal for chopping task).  It has some nice detail points such as the bow drill divot, generous lanyard hole, and chisel gouge at the pommel.  The sheath comes with a ferro rod and magnesium bar which is neat.  Though it use a metal clip, so the sheath is away from the body, it does ride high above the waist line(3"), and with a protruding tang, I might have like it better if it rides lower or even dangle.

I think overall I would have like this knife a whole lot better if it is using 1/8 stock or less, and if the center of gravity is more forward at the index finger.  Maybe this is decent for batoning, but personally it just felt really heavy in hand and a less than ideal geometry for detail work.

(https://i.imgur.com/hT9oegA.jpg)


(https://i.imgur.com/WgJipYq.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 11:30:30 AM
I think between mail duty and food duty are the best reasons for having a blade!  :cheers:
I think you are right :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 11:33:59 AM
Day19

Fieldcraft by Brothers of Bushcraft

This is an interesting take on what Bushcraft knife, it utilizes really thick stock of 1/4" (~5mm), and the balance point is where the middle finger is(so no forward bias for a really heavy blade, may not be too ideal for chopping task).  It has some nice detail points such as the bow drill divot, generous lanyard hole, and chisel gouge at the pommel.  The sheath comes with a ferro rod and magnesium bar which is neat.  Though it use a metal clip, so the sheath is away from the body, it does ride high above the waist line(3"), and with a protruding tang, I might have like it better if it rides lower or even dangle.

I think overall I would have like this knife a whole lot better if it is using 1/8 stock or less, and if the center of gravity is more forward at the index finger.  Maybe this is decent for batoning, but personally it just felt really heavy in hand and a less than ideal geometry for detail work.

(https://i.imgur.com/hT9oegA.jpg)


(https://i.imgur.com/WgJipYq.jpg)
It's a cool looking knife even if it's not ideal for your use :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 19, 2019, 11:43:31 AM
That's a great looking knife!  Day 19 and some more sun!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 19, 2019, 11:50:44 AM
That's a great looking knife!  Day 19 and some more sun!
It's a cool looking knife even if it's not ideal for your use :cheers:

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It's eye catching for sure!  :D   I might not like this knife as much as I wanted to, but I am sure someone might find those qualities attractive.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 19, 2019, 11:51:16 AM
That's a great looking knife!  Day 19 and some more sun!

Sweet!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 19, 2019, 11:53:32 AM
Oh, Nix, btw where's the custom knife we took a glance at the beginning of the challenge, you haven't talked about that one just yet, right? :think: (Hope I didn't miss it) 


I love to hear more about it for sure! :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 11:56:26 AM
That's a great looking knife!  Day 19 and some more sun!
Nice pic :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 02:46:45 PM
Day 19:

My dads old samekniv needs some work(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190919/a62a27c4cb15c18e216872e13fb3ac14.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 03:28:25 PM
Oh, Nix, btw where's the custom knife we took a glance at the beginning of the challenge, you haven't talked about that one just yet, right? :think: (Hope I didn't miss it) 


I love to hear more about it for sure! :pok: :D

Oh, it's sitting on a table, waiting for a sheath.  I'm still hoping to make a sheath for it before the challenge is over.....but I have so many little projects to take care of, and this challenge is flying by!   :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 03:29:19 PM
Day 19:

My dads old samekniv needs some work(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190919/a62a27c4cb15c18e216872e13fb3ac14.jpg)

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That is a cool looking knife. I bet that it will clean up really nicely.......


The split handle is a bit of a concern, but you may be able to stabilize that with some epoxy.   :think:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 03:34:44 PM
Day19

Fieldcraft by Brothers of Bushcraft

....



It seems that TOPS knives are really popular and highly regarded, but I haven't found one that I 'need' just yet. I've been tempted several times...... 

Like you, comis, I generally prefer a thinner steel. 1/4" stock is a tad beefy, unless the blade is broad and the geometry allows for a thinner edge.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 04:42:13 PM
Day19

Fieldcraft by Brothers of Bushcraft

This is an interesting take on what Bushcraft knife, it utilizes really thick stock of 1/4" (~5mm), and the balance point is where the middle finger is(so no forward bias for a really heavy blade, may not be too ideal for chopping task).  It has some nice detail points such as the bow drill divot, generous lanyard hole, and chisel gouge at the pommel.  The sheath comes with a ferro rod and magnesium bar which is neat.  Though it use a metal clip, so the sheath is away from the body, it does ride high above the waist line(3"), and with a protruding tang, I might have like it better if it rides lower or even dangle.

I think overall I would have like this knife a whole lot better if it is using 1/8 stock or less, and if the center of gravity is more forward at the index finger.  Maybe this is decent for batoning, but personally it just felt really heavy in hand and a less than ideal geometry for detail work.

(https://i.imgur.com/hT9oegA.jpg)


(https://i.imgur.com/WgJipYq.jpg)
Not bad and I think you are right with it being a bushcraft knife the batoning is better with a thicker stock.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 04:43:26 PM
That's a great looking knife!  Day 19 and some more sun!
Glad you have gotten two days in a row of outside time!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 04:46:54 PM
Day 19:

My dads old samekniv needs some work(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190919/a62a27c4cb15c18e216872e13fb3ac14.jpg)

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A family heirloom - very nice!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 04:55:10 PM
Oh, it's sitting on a table, waiting for a sheath.  I'm still hoping to make a sheath for it before the challenge is over.....but I have so many little projects to take care of, and this challenge is flying by!   :dunno:
:iagree: on the flying by! I have noticed on the challenges where it is not tied down to a certain make and model, they do fly by. The challenges with a theme and you are not tied down to a make and model are more interesting and you look forward to seeing what others are using and  :drool: over!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 06:26:54 PM

That is a cool looking knife. I bet that it will clean up really nicely.......


The split handle is a bit of a concern, but you may be able to stabilize that with some epoxy.   :think:
The plan is to try a scotchbrite pad to the blade and see how that goes, and make a new handle as I have some curly birch laying around :tu:
And it's in desperate need of a sharpening :rofl:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 06:27:44 PM
A family heirloom - very nice!  :tu:
:cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 19, 2019, 06:50:35 PM
 :like:

Day 19

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48760180891_a9bbd4d49a_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 07:01:45 PM
Cool looking Mora!  Carbon steel?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 07:18:04 PM
Day: 19

This one feels like a bit of a cheat for me:

(https://i.imgur.com/e7aaaQB.jpg)



I chose to carry this knife today because I'm planning on making soup later. (Cold and rainy day, perfect for soup making.  :D)

I also wanted to let Barry know that this is another John Landi, Pennsylvania knifemaker, knife.  :pok:

I don't recall the exact model name.......it might be an early version of his Bull Maverick. This one has a 4.5" blade and micarta scales. I think it is a great outdoors knife. It would be great for a canoe trip, but I've carried it mostly on motorcycle trips, day hikes, and car camping trips. The broad tip makes it great for spreading peanut butter, mayo, etc..... The belly makes it a great slicer.

Probably not a great 'bushcraft knife' and maybe not an ideal 'survival knife', but for general outdoors use, I love it. (more photos later, after I get around to soup making....)



Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 19, 2019, 07:33:58 PM
Day: 19

This one feels like a bit of a cheat for me:

(https://i.imgur.com/e7aaaQB.jpg)



I chose to carry this knife today because I'm planning on making soup later. (Cold and rainy day, perfect for soup making.  :D)

I also wanted to let Barry know that this is another John Landi, Pennsylvania knifemaker, knife.  :pok:

I don't recall the exact model name.......it might be an early version of his Bull Maverick. This one has a 4.5" blade and micarta scales. I think it is a great outdoors knife. It would be great for a canoe trip, but I've carried it mostly on motorcycle trips, day hikes, and car camping trips. The broad tip makes it great for spreading peanut butter, mayo, etc..... The belly makes it a great slicer.

Probably not a great 'bushcraft knife' and maybe not an ideal 'survival knife', but for general outdoors use, I love it. (more photos later, after I get around to soup making....)
:like: :drool:
Day 19
Still carrying the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch. The horizontal sheath isn't even noticeable on my belt. I really like it for EDC carry because it is so unobtrusive and doesn't poke me in the ribs like the knives with vertical sheaths.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 07:34:23 PM
:like:

Day 19

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48760180891_a9bbd4d49a_z.jpg)
I have one of those in my project pile.
How do you like it?

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 07:35:26 PM
Day: 19

This one feels like a bit of a cheat for me:

(https://i.imgur.com/e7aaaQB.jpg)



I chose to carry this knife today because I'm planning on making soup later. (Cold and rainy day, perfect for soup making.  :D)

I also wanted to let Barry know that this is another John Landi, Pennsylvania knifemaker, knife.  :pok:

I don't recall the exact model name.......it might be an early version of his Bull Maverick. This one has a 4.5" blade and micarta scales. I think it is a great outdoors knife. It would be great for a canoe trip, but I've carried it mostly on motorcycle trips, day hikes, and car camping trips. The broad tip makes it great for spreading peanut butter, mayo, etc..... The belly makes it a great slicer.

Probably not a great 'bushcraft knife' and maybe not an ideal 'survival knife', but for general outdoors use, I love it. (more photos later, after I get around to soup making....)
Nice :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 19, 2019, 07:36:07 PM
:like: :drool:
Day 19
Still carrying the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch. The horizontal sheath isn't even noticeable on my belt. I really like it for EDC carry because it is so unobtrusive and doesn't poke me in the ribs like the knives with vertical sheaths.
Great pic :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 19, 2019, 07:48:20 PM
Oh, it's sitting on a table, waiting for a sheath.  I'm still hoping to make a sheath for it before the challenge is over.....but I have so many little projects to take care of, and this challenge is flying by!   :dunno:

Sheath or no sheath, I'd look forward to see more of that beauty.  It kinda reminds me of the Ray Mears knife. :popcorn:


But if you are able to make the sheath in time, that'd be a great post on it's own too! :popcorn: :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 19, 2019, 07:49:53 PM
:like: :drool:
Day 19
Still carrying the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch. The horizontal sheath isn't even noticeable on my belt. I really like it for EDC carry because it is so unobtrusive and doesn't poke me in the ribs like the knives with vertical sheaths.

Looks great!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 19, 2019, 08:31:52 PM
day 18: this little Mora has proven to be strong enough thus far

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48760883572_655606395e_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hhQgTb)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 10:12:01 PM
Day: 19

This one feels like a bit of a cheat for me:

(https://i.imgur.com/e7aaaQB.jpg)



I chose to carry this knife today because I'm planning on making soup later. (Cold and rainy day, perfect for soup making.  :D)

I also wanted to let Barry know that this is another John Landi, Pennsylvania knifemaker, knife.  :pok:

I don't recall the exact model name.......it might be an early version of his Bull Maverick. This one has a 4.5" blade and micarta scales. I think it is a great outdoors knife. It would be great for a canoe trip, but I've carried it mostly on motorcycle trips, day hikes, and car camping trips. The broad tip makes it great for spreading peanut butter, mayo, etc..... The belly makes it a great slicer.

Probably not a great 'bushcraft knife' and maybe not an ideal 'survival knife', but for general outdoors use, I love it. (more photos later, after I get around to soup making....)
Thats not bad - handle could use a little more grip  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 10:14:12 PM
:like: :drool:
Day 19
Still carrying the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch. The horizontal sheath isn't even noticeable on my belt. I really like it for EDC carry because it is so unobtrusive and doesn't poke me in the ribs like the knives with vertical sheaths.
Nice  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 10:15:44 PM
day 18: this little Mora has proven to be strong enough thus far

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48760883572_655606395e_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hhQgTb)
Mora’s are nice ones!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 10:28:15 PM
Thats not bad - handle could use a little more grip  :tu:


Interesting, Ray. I was sort of thinking the same thing. Length is great. The micarta itself is slightly grippy and tactile. However, I personally would like the handle to be a little fuller or thicker. BUt that is true for most of the knives I own.

 :D


Note here, too: I think this is an early model and some of Landi's knives appear to have slightly fuller grips. Time to upgrade.....?   :whistle:


Edit: I was trying to talk Barry into one of these.....but...... :oops:

(https://i.imgur.com/40Y7MS7.png)



Yeah,....I did..... :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 10:36:04 PM
I think I would keep the one you have and pass on the newer on...the handle now looks great but the cut for finger on the blade would kill it for me. I would rather have more blade edge instead of a finger cut there.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 10:41:29 PM
I used to be anti-choil myself, this new one is a 5.5" blade and I can see wanting to choke up on it.

If it gets here before the challenge is over, I'll do a little review.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 19, 2019, 10:42:20 PM
And, yes; I'm definitely keep the current one!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 19, 2019, 10:52:43 PM
I used to be anti-choil myself, this new one is a 5.5" blade and I can see wanting to choke up on it.

If it gets here before the challenge is over, I'll do a little review.  :D
:cheers: :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 19, 2019, 11:30:47 PM
Cool looking Mora!  Carbon steel?

Yes  :tu: although this one has had a good old dook in the hot vinegar, i gave it about three treatments as i wanted it really black, really happy with how it turned out and seems to be holding up well

I have one of those in my project pile.
How do you like it?
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It's probably one of my most used as its kept in the kitchen near to hand, nice and light and feels good in the hand, takes and holds a good edge so yeah i like it, but then i like all my Moras, just this one lives in the kitchen so gets used a lot, i don't use it for food, just package opening and tearing down boxes etc  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 19, 2019, 11:44:24 PM
Nice blades everyone  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 19, 2019, 11:46:41 PM
Day 19

Helping at work

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 20, 2019, 12:24:41 AM
Day: 19 (bonus soup-making material)


Follow-up from the earlier post. I did use the Landi to collect some more tomatoes (we've got lots of tomatoes now.), also for the soup, but didn't have me camera.

Back in the kitchen:

Landi made short work of a couple of onions. I purposely left these chunky, but the Landi was capable of whisper-thin slices.

(https://i.imgur.com/GRTqm6k.jpg)



With a couple of carrots, the Landi's thick blade tended to split the carrots. This was not an issue since I wanted a rough chop....again, chunky veg for the soup.

(https://i.imgur.com/84MbgmO.jpg)



The sharp edge was great at slicing peppers (which later got diced).

(https://i.imgur.com/MyvZEaq.jpg)



Last photo: small cubes of Butternut squash:

(https://i.imgur.com/janpgUg.jpg)



The vegetable peeler was included in that shot as a reminder that I peeled the veggies with a secondary tool, i.e. the little vegetable peeler.  I also used the Landi to cut up some okra and the tomatoes from the garden. But forgot to get photos of that excitement.

All in all, the Landi did a great job in prepping my veggies. The one exception would be the carrots which tended to split before the cut was finished. The Landi's spine is a nice 1/8" thick, but I think the convexed edge encouraged splitting. Not sure. Maybe it was me and my technique. Regardless, the carrots did get cut up, and right quick, too.  :tu:

I don't find the profile of this knife's blade to be all that inspiring. However, once I get to using it, I realize that John Landi knows a thing or two about knives and their use.   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 20, 2019, 12:59:37 AM
Day 19

Helping at work
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 20, 2019, 01:01:39 AM
Day: 19 (bonus soup-making material)


Follow-up from the earlier post. I did use the Landi to collect some more tomatoes (we've got lots of tomatoes now.), also for the soup, but didn't have me camera.

Back in the kitchen:

Landi made short work of a couple of onions. I purposely left these chunky, but the Landi was capable of whisper-thin slices.

(https://i.imgur.com/GRTqm6k.jpg)



With a couple of carrots, the Landi's thick blade tended to split the carrots. This was not an issue since I wanted a rough chop....again, chunky veg for the soup.

(https://i.imgur.com/84MbgmO.jpg)



The sharp edge was great at slicing peppers (which later got diced).

(https://i.imgur.com/MyvZEaq.jpg)



Last photo: small cubes of Butternut squash:

(https://i.imgur.com/janpgUg.jpg)



The vegetable peeler was included in that shot as a reminder that I peeled the veggies with a secondary tool, i.e. the little vegetable peeler.  I also used the Landi to cut up some okra and the tomatoes from the garden. But forgot to get photos of that excitement.

All in all, the Landi did a great job in prepping my veggies. The one exception would be the carrots which tended to split before the cut was finished. The Landi's spine is a nice 1/8" thick, but I think the convexed edge encouraged splitting. Not sure. Maybe it was me and my technique. Regardless, the carrots did get cut up, and right quick, too.  :tu:

I don't find the profile of this knife's blade to be all that inspiring. However, once I get to using it, I realize that John Landi knows a thing or two about knives and their use.   :tu:
Chunky is right! The only way to eat soup!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 20, 2019, 01:12:22 AM
 :iagree:  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 20, 2019, 01:32:06 AM
 :cheers:

(The soup was really good......which is nice....because I have at least a gallon left over...... :rofl:)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 20, 2019, 02:25:55 AM
Another do nothing kinda day.
Feels like another false fall day in the Southland.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 20, 2019, 03:11:58 AM
 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 04:31:56 AM
Day20

LT Wright OFITW (One Foot into the Wild)

LT Wright's knives are known for the "broom stick handle", and if you have a big hand, this will definitely fill up the hand very nicely.  The stock of the blade is 1/8.  Due to the hefty handle, the balance is way backward at where my middle finger is.  Personally, the highlight of this knife to me is the very innovative sheath.  Just when I think there is nothing new under the sun, I was really surprised by this Kydex sheath.  It has a retention screw to adjust how tight you want the knife to 'click' into the sheath, and the best part, a ceramic rod installed inside the sheath!  Together with a good drop loop, this is a very functional design.

(https://i.imgur.com/dUIOjVA.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 20, 2019, 04:59:43 AM
Nice!  Another great one, there.  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 05:05:26 AM
Nice!  Another great one, there.  :like:
:cheers: :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 20, 2019, 06:39:45 AM
Another do nothing kinda day.
Feels like another false fall day in the Southland.
Nice easy days are ok  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 20, 2019, 06:42:14 AM
Day20

LT Wright OFITW (One Foot into the Wild)

LT Wright's knives are known for the "broom stick handle", and if you have a big hand, this will definitely fill up the hand very nicely.  The stock of the blade is 1/8.  Due to the hefty handle, the balance is way backward at where my middle finger is.  Personally, the highlight of this knife to me is the very innovative sheath.  Just when I think there is nothing new under the sun, I was really surprised by this Kydex sheath.  It has a retention screw to adjust how tight you want the knife to 'click' into the sheath, and the best part, a ceramic rod installed inside the sheath!  Together with a good drop loop, this is a very functional design.

(https://i.imgur.com/dUIOjVA.jpg)
The ceramic rod is an interesting twist! Nice fixie  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 20, 2019, 11:10:10 AM
Yes  :tu: although this one has had a good old dook in the hot vinegar, i gave it about three treatments as i wanted it really black, really happy with how it turned out and seems to be holding up well

It's probably one of my most used as its kept in the kitchen near to hand, nice and light and feels good in the hand, takes and holds a good edge so yeah i like it, but then i like all my Moras, just this one lives in the kitchen so gets used a lot, i don't use it for food, just package opening and tearing down boxes etc  :tu:
:cheers: :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 20, 2019, 11:15:19 AM
Day20

LT Wright OFITW (One Foot into the Wild)

LT Wright's knives are known for the "broom stick handle", and if you have a big hand, this will definitely fill up the hand very nicely.  The stock of the blade is 1/8.  Due to the hefty handle, the balance is way backward at where my middle finger is.  Personally, the highlight of this knife to me is the very innovative sheath.  Just when I think there is nothing new under the sun, I was really surprised by this Kydex sheath.  It has a retention screw to adjust how tight you want the knife to 'click' into the sheath, and the best part, a ceramic rod installed inside the sheath!  Together with a good drop loop, this is a very functional design.

(https://i.imgur.com/dUIOjVA.jpg)
:like: :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 12:34:10 PM
:cheers:

(The soup was really good......which is nice....because I have at least a gallon left over...... :rofl: )

A gallon of soup! :o :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 12:35:10 PM
Nice!  Another great one, there.  :like:
The ceramic rod is an interesting twist! Nice fixie  :cheers:
:like: :like:

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 :hatsoff: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 20, 2019, 02:16:05 PM
A gallon of soup! :o :drool:

Some went in to the freezer.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 20, 2019, 03:30:24 PM
Can never have too much soup on hand :tu:
Day 20!  Cut some Muffins with the Puuko, but an outside pic is a lot easier on the eyes :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 20, 2019, 03:36:06 PM
Can never have too much soup on hand :tu:
Day 20!  Cut some Muffins with the Puuko, but an outside pic is a lot easier on the eyes :D
Very nice use and nice photo!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 20, 2019, 03:41:22 PM
Thank you sir!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 20, 2019, 04:49:17 PM
I want to carry something else today but I haven't decided yet. :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 20, 2019, 06:37:46 PM
I’ve finally had some time to revisit this thread and love the pictures.  There are some really nice fixies pictured.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 06:37:58 PM
I want to carry something else today but I haven't decided yet. :facepalm:

 :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 06:39:33 PM
I’ve finally had some time to revisit this thread and love the pictures.  There are some really nice fixies pictured.

I wish you were with us too, but you are having lots of fun in the modded challenge, which was a great read!
Title: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 20, 2019, 07:12:50 PM
I wish you were with us too, but you are having lots of fun in the modded challenge, which was a great read!
Thanks.  It does look like a cool challenge.  Where I live and my normal daily routine would probably earn me a few glares if I had a fixie on me.  It was bad enough when I was visiting family where it was common growing up to see a knife on every man’s belt, my nephew questioned me on why a had a knife (it was a SAK) in my pocket. :facepalm:

Some of the smaller knives in this challenge definitely look pocketable.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 07:17:37 PM
Thanks.  It does look like a cool challenge.  Where I live and my normal daily routine would probably earn me a few glares if I had a fixie on me.  It was bad enough when I was visiting family where it was common growing up to see a knife on every man’s belt, my nephew questioned me on why a had a knife (it was a SAK) in my pocket. :facepalm:

Oh how things have changed, but I think a multitool should never go out of style.  Even a lightsaber or photon torpedo will need fixing one day, and guess who's gonna have the last laugh? :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 20, 2019, 07:18:47 PM
Day 20:

Took the Brusletto out for walk with the dog :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190920/d5103c674ab78013819c6c19b47969e4.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 20, 2019, 07:21:12 PM
Day 20:

Took the Brusletto out for walk with the dog :tu: (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190920/d5103c674ab78013819c6c19b47969e4.jpg)

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Must be a lovely walk in the woods! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 20, 2019, 07:26:54 PM
Time to feed the pups.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 20, 2019, 07:45:43 PM
Day 20:

Took the Brusletto out for walk with the dog :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190920/d5103c674ab78013819c6c19b47969e4.jpg)

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I still love that knife. It looks like a perfect carry knife for day to day cutting tasks.

Day 20
Today's carry is the second generation of the Myerchin Rigging knife. It is the same model as my first gen but the scales are now plastic instead of wood and are attached with Allen screws so they can be removed.  This one is noticeably heavier than the first gen and has less of a point to the tip. The leather is really nice, but I wish the slot for the marlin spike was on the edge instead of on the side as it kind of interferes with grabbing the knife.  At least it hangs low on the belt so it doesn't poke me in the ribs.  They put a shackle key right in the blade.  I imagine that's why they went thicker and heavier, so they wouldn't lose any strength for batoning.  I think I like the older model better, but I'll give it a fair chance and carry it for a few days.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 20, 2019, 08:40:35 PM
day 19: what to do next?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48765758086_fa6a8f4058_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2higfUw)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 20, 2019, 10:38:49 PM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48765620858_34afb3d858_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 20, 2019, 11:35:05 PM
Day 20

Had a few appointments today where knife discretion was best, so the CRKT had a couple of timeouts in the car

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 21, 2019, 12:55:35 AM
Day: 20


Busy day today, but awl good. The ML EDC rode along in it's belt sheath.

Not many uses, but seen here field dressing a Big River package of Spicy Mango Pickle.   :ahhh

(https://i.imgur.com/zPCJ4Tk.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 21, 2019, 12:56:23 AM
Day 20

Had a few appointments today where knife discretion was best, so the CRKT had a couple of timeouts in the car


Wisdom. 
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: David on September 21, 2019, 01:10:01 AM
Day: 20


Busy day today, but awl good. The ML EDC rode along in it's belt sheath.

Not many uses, but seen here field dressing a Big River package of Spicy Mango Pickle.   :ahhh

(https://i.imgur.com/zPCJ4Tk.jpg)

Like the looks of that knife.    :tu:     What steel is the blade made of? 
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 01:36:19 AM
Day 20:

Took the Brusletto out for walk with the dog :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190920/d5103c674ab78013819c6c19b47969e4.jpg)

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Nice one for a walk!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 01:36:53 AM
Time to feed the pups.
Nice use for sure!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 01:38:00 AM
I still love that knife. It looks like a perfect carry knife for day to day cutting tasks.

Day 20
Today's carry is the second generation of the Myerchin Rigging knife. It is the same model as my first gen but the scales are now plastic instead of wood and are attached with Allen screws so they can be removed.  This one is noticeably heavier than the first gen and has less of a point to the tip. The leather is really nice, but I wish the slot for the marlin spike was on the edge instead of on the side as it kind of interferes with grabbing the knife.  At least it hangs low on the belt so it doesn't poke me in the ribs.  They put a shackle key right in the blade.  I imagine that's why they went thicker and heavier, so they wouldn't lose any strength for batoning.  I think I like the older model better, but I'll give it a fair chance and carry it for a few days.
A two for one is always a nice set up!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 01:38:45 AM
day 19: what to do next?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48765758086_fa6a8f4058_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2higfUw)
A nice slow day!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 01:39:36 AM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48765620858_34afb3d858_z.jpg)
Small and nice!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 01:41:06 AM
Day 20

Had a few appointments today where knife discretion was best, so the CRKT had a couple of timeouts in the car
A nice cargo pants pocket carry I would think.  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 01:43:02 AM
Day: 20


Busy day today, but awl good. The ML EDC rode along in it's belt sheath.

Not many uses, but seen here field dressing a Big River package of Spicy Mango Pickle.   :ahhh

(https://i.imgur.com/zPCJ4Tk.jpg)
Spicy Mango Pickle...that sounds kinda neat! I remember picking Mangos in Puerto Rico like they were oranges here in Florida!  :mail:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 21, 2019, 01:51:36 AM
Like the looks of that knife.    :tu:     What steel is the blade made of?

I'm 99% sure it is made with 1095.

I recently learned that the swords made by Wilkinson Sword Co back in the 18th and 19th Century were essentially 1095. Which is kinda cool....  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 07:15:01 AM
Day21

Enzo Camper

I really do love this knife, full tang construction, 3.5mm 1/8 blade stock, ~5in/125mm blade length, real scandi grind, balance is right where the first brass pin is(not perfect, but almost), contoured handle with excellent finish(think Bark river) and a very functional dangler/belt sheath.  I discovered the Enzo brand shortly after I learned about Mora, and back then Enzo is one of the few brands that offered real scandi grind with full tang construction at a good value.  Even nowadays, I still think their fixed blade offerings are good buy, but some of their folders left something to be desired for.  (I am not affiliated to them in anyway and buy everything myself, just a fan)

(https://i.imgur.com/wOTTl3p.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 07:46:52 AM
Day: 20


Busy day today, but awl good. The ML EDC rode along in it's belt sheath.

Not many uses, but seen here field dressing a Big River package of Spicy Mango Pickle.   :ahhh

(https://i.imgur.com/zPCJ4Tk.jpg)

Very nice! :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 07:47:34 AM
day 19: what to do next?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48765758086_fa6a8f4058_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2higfUw)

What are we cooking? :drool: :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 21, 2019, 08:05:23 AM
i was grinding up some dried chili peppers and cumin to have an emergency stash with me. my girlfriend is a good cook but she doesn't do well with spicy, so we agreed that this is the best way to solve that problem.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 09:55:33 AM
i was grinding up some dried chili peppers and cumin to have an emergency stash with me. my girlfriend is a good cook but she doesn't do well with spicy, so we agreed that this is the best way to solve that problem.

Sounds like a pretty good arrangement! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 10:07:24 AM
Day 21 Bonus

This challenge has given me a chance to play with all my fixies, and a chance to maintain them as well.

For a very long time, I have read many good reviews about Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP, so recently I got myself some for my Axe sheath maintenance for the upcoming Choptober.  After some initial testing, it seems to fair quite well with leather(as it supposed to) and with the Axe steel as well.  So I went ahead to apply it on all my knives' sheaths, backup sheaths, MT sheath, Danglers, etc...For most dark sheath, this won't change the color of the sheath, but for some lighter color ones, it might change the color.  But this preservative does magic to the leather, makes it more supple and less chance to crack due to dry weather.  Highly recommended!

(Disclaimer: I am not related to them, pay for this myself full price)
 
(https://i.imgur.com/1Nulj1E.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/9yNo3Ki.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 11:34:17 AM
Must be a lovely walk in the woods! :tu:
It sure was :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 11:36:07 AM
I still love that knife. It looks like a perfect carry knife for day to day cutting tasks.

Day 20
Today's carry is the second generation of the Myerchin Rigging knife. It is the same model as my first gen but the scales are now plastic instead of wood and are attached with Allen screws so they can be removed.  This one is noticeably heavier than the first gen and has less of a point to the tip. The leather is really nice, but I wish the slot for the marlin spike was on the edge instead of on the side as it kind of interferes with grabbing the knife.  At least it hangs low on the belt so it doesn't poke me in the ribs.  They put a shackle key right in the blade.  I imagine that's why they went thicker and heavier, so they wouldn't lose any strength for batoning.  I think I like the older model better, but I'll give it a fair chance and carry it for a few days.
Cool knife :like:

The Brusletto is called Balder if you want to check it out :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 11:37:15 AM
Nice one for a walk!  :like:
:cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 03:11:43 PM
Day21

Enzo Camper

I really do love this knife, full tang construction, 3.5mm 1/8 blade stock, ~5in/125mm blade length, real scandi grind, balance is right where the first brass pin is(not perfect, but almost), contoured handle with excellent finish(think Bark river) and a very functional dangler/belt sheath.  I discovered the Enzo brand shortly after I learned about Mora, and back then Enzo is one of the few brands that offered real scandi grind with full tang construction at a good value.  Even nowadays, I still think their fixed blade offerings are good buy, but some of their folders left something to be desired for.  (I am not affiliated to them in anyway and buy everything myself, just a fan)

(https://i.imgur.com/wOTTl3p.jpg)
Nice Camper for sure!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 03:14:33 PM
Day 21 Bonus

This challenge has given me a chance to play with all my fixies, and a chance to maintain them as well.

For a very long time, I have read many good reviews about Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP, so recently I got myself some for my Axe sheath maintenance for the upcoming Choptober.  After some initial testing, it seems to fair quite well with leather(as it supposed to) and with the Axe steel as well.  So I went ahead to apply it on all my knives' sheaths, backup sheaths, MT sheath, Danglers, etc...For most dark sheath, this won't change the color of the sheath, but for some lighter color ones, it might change the color.  But this preservative does magic to the leather, makes it more supple and less chance to crack due to dry weather.  Highly recommended!

(Disclaimer: I am not related to them, pay for this myself full price)
 
(https://i.imgur.com/1Nulj1E.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/9yNo3Ki.jpg)
Wow, those sheaths look....so nice and new...shiny... :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 21, 2019, 03:30:27 PM
Day 21: Sunshine again!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 03:33:56 PM
Day 21: Sunshine again!
A little carving time?
Nice fixie!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 21, 2019, 03:34:51 PM
Absolutely my friend!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 05:36:25 PM
Absolutely my friend!  :cheers:
:popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 05:36:54 PM
Nice Camper for sure!

Wow, those sheaths look....so nice and new...shiny... :like: :cheers:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 21, 2019, 05:56:54 PM
Day 21
This sheath is fine when you're on your feet, but very uncomfortable as soon as you try to sit down with it on your belt. A dangler would help but then it would no longer be concealed under my shirt. :oops: Before anyone asks, I have no idea if the fungus on this log is edible so I don't think I want to try it.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 06:11:37 PM
Day 21
This sheath is fine when you're on your feet, but very uncomfortable as soon as you try to sit down with it on your belt. A dangler would help but then it would no longer be concealed under my shirt. :oops: Before anyone asks, I have no idea if the fungus on this log is edible so I don't think I want to try it.

Alan, just out of curiosity, did you ever try to use that opening like a 'Burktek Pocket Wrench'?

Btw, how about a scout carry behind back?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 21, 2019, 06:12:46 PM
day 20: had to go a bit heavier today

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48768229141_31bf217a93_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hitVsV)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 06:26:22 PM
Day21

Enzo Camper

I really do love this knife, full tang construction, 3.5mm 1/8 blade stock, ~5in/125mm blade length, real scandi grind, balance is right where the first brass pin is(not perfect, but almost), contoured handle with excellent finish(think Bark river) and a very functional dangler/belt sheath.  I discovered the Enzo brand shortly after I learned about Mora, and back then Enzo is one of the few brands that offered real scandi grind with full tang construction at a good value.  Even nowadays, I still think their fixed blade offerings are good buy, but some of their folders left something to be desired for.  (I am not affiliated to them in anyway and buy everything myself, just a fan)

(https://i.imgur.com/wOTTl3p.jpg)
Good looking knife that seem to be a useful one as well :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 06:28:14 PM
Day 21 Bonus

This challenge has given me a chance to play with all my fixies, and a chance to maintain them as well.

For a very long time, I have read many good reviews about Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP, so recently I got myself some for my Axe sheath maintenance for the upcoming Choptober.  After some initial testing, it seems to fair quite well with leather(as it supposed to) and with the Axe steel as well.  So I went ahead to apply it on all my knives' sheaths, backup sheaths, MT sheath, Danglers, etc...For most dark sheath, this won't change the color of the sheath, but for some lighter color ones, it might change the color.  But this preservative does magic to the leather, makes it more supple and less chance to crack due to dry weather.  Highly recommended!

(Disclaimer: I am not related to them, pay for this myself full price)
 
(https://i.imgur.com/1Nulj1E.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/9yNo3Ki.jpg)
I was looking at that stuff a while back but didn't get any, might have to rethink that :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 06:28:40 PM
Day 21: Sunshine again!
Nice :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 06:30:05 PM
day 20: had to go a bit heavier today

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48768229141_31bf217a93_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hitVsV)
Nice one!

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 06:32:59 PM
Day 21:

Doubled up on Brusletto today :tu:
The Balder for feather sticks and the Villmann(wildman for you English speaking fellas) for chopping
And bonus pic of the pup :cheers:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/822b674b2f0622a3bf145551b1f450fb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/4bbc8842d8156e534784b39f663005ee.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/9c45b34c7709387fde17d5a720e24094.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 21, 2019, 08:08:45 PM
Day 21

Comparison between the CRKT and Fieldmaster, I find the blade on the CRKT to be a great all rounder while the handle is a little short, the lanyard helps to extend it in my hand

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 08:38:26 PM
I was looking at that stuff a while back but didn't get any, might have to rethink that :cheers:

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Definitely look into that, I apply some for some of my wood handles, and does seem to bring a new shine and nourish look to the wood too!


Day 21:

Doubled up on Brusletto today :tu:
The Balder for feather sticks and the Villmann(wildman for you English speaking fellas) for chopping
And bonus pic of the pup :cheers:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/822b674b2f0622a3bf145551b1f450fb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/4bbc8842d8156e534784b39f663005ee.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/9c45b34c7709387fde17d5a720e24094.jpg)

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Looks like another fun day in the wood!  Really like how the Villmann looks, did you end up making tea or cook something with those feather sticks?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 21, 2019, 08:39:36 PM
Day 21

Comparison between the CRKT and Fieldmaster, I find the blade on the CRKT to be a great all rounder while the handle is a little short, the lanyard helps to extend it in my hand


Thank for the comparison shot, the lanyard does look very handy!(pun intended)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 08:40:31 PM
day 20: had to go a bit heavier today

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48768229141_31bf217a93_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hitVsV)
Nice
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 08:42:19 PM
Day 21:

Doubled up on Brusletto today :tu:
The Balder for feather sticks and the Villmann(wildman for you English speaking fellas) for chopping
And bonus pic of the pup :cheers:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/822b674b2f0622a3bf145551b1f450fb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/4bbc8842d8156e534784b39f663005ee.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190921/9c45b34c7709387fde17d5a720e24094.jpg)

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Thats a nice chopper for sure!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 21, 2019, 08:43:09 PM
Day 21

Comparison between the CRKT and Fieldmaster, I find the blade on the CRKT to be a great all rounder while the handle is a little short, the lanyard helps to extend it in my hand
Nice CRKT  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 21, 2019, 09:19:58 PM
Day: 21

Today I chose a Koyote knife. I think of it as a "Bird and Trout". Nice slim blade, very sharp.  Pretty much an ideal EDC. Posing here next to a Buck 112:

(https://i.imgur.com/vP1O1ue.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 21, 2019, 10:18:06 PM
 :like: looks a good size and a good shaped blade too  :tu:

Day 21

For those kept awake at night wondering what is inside an old steering box allow me to put you out your misery, correct bearings arrived so now we are good to go, sleep easy  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48771209682_5f6041cb2b_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 10:18:32 PM
Thats a nice chopper for sure!  :tu: :cheers:
Thanks :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 10:21:18 PM
Definitely look into that, I apply some for some of my wood handles, and does seem to bring a new shine and nourish look to the wood too!


Looks like another fun day in the wood!  Really like how the Villmann looks, did you end up making tea or cook something with those feather sticks?
Good to know :cheers:

No, not today. Ran out of time and had to get home :facepalm:
Might go out there tomorrow and have a cup or grill some hot dogs :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 10:22:29 PM
Day 21

Comparison between the CRKT and Fieldmaster, I find the blade on the CRKT to be a great all rounder while the handle is a little short, the lanyard helps to extend it in my hand
Nice, handy little edc blade :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 10:24:25 PM
Day: 21

Today I chose a Koyote knife. I think of it as a "Bird and Trout". Nice slim blade, very sharp.  Pretty much an ideal EDC. Posing here next to a Buck 112:

(https://i.imgur.com/vP1O1ue.jpg)
Neat! What steel is it? :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 21, 2019, 10:25:46 PM
:like: looks a good size and a good shaped blade too  :tu:

Day 21

For those kept awake at night wondering what is inside an old steering box allow me to put you out your misery, correct bearings arrived so now we are good to go, sleep easy  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48771209682_5f6041cb2b_z.jpg)
Now you just need to put it back together :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 21, 2019, 10:34:07 PM
Hoping to spend some time on it tomorrow  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 21, 2019, 11:00:54 PM
Neat! What steel is it? :like:

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I'm not sure..........   :rofl:

Carbon steel of some kind....... :dunno:  Takes a nice edge.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 22, 2019, 02:19:45 AM
Great pics everybody!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 22, 2019, 02:37:47 AM
Day22

Enzo Trapper

This O1 fixed blade is a close relative to the Enzo Camper I shown yesterday.  Blade length just under 4"(95mm), same stock as 1/8 or 3.5mm, but the balance point again at the first brass pin.  I appreciate how Enzo must have looked into how to balance these knives and applying different grinds to accompany their respective use.

(https://i.imgur.com/MDsLTLD.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Epyveqm.jpg)
Camper, Trapper, Necker with handle and skeleton version
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 22, 2019, 02:38:05 AM
Great pics everybody!
:iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 22, 2019, 02:43:44 AM
Day: 21

Today I chose a Koyote knife. I think of it as a "Bird and Trout". Nice slim blade, very sharp.  Pretty much an ideal EDC. Posing here next to a Buck 112:

(https://i.imgur.com/vP1O1ue.jpg)

Nice simple design, works quite well with a narrow profile!  I think they no longer made knives, right?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 22, 2019, 02:44:10 AM
Good to know :cheers:

No, not today. Ran out of time and had to get home :facepalm:
Might go out there tomorrow and have a cup or grill some hot dogs :cheers:

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:popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 22, 2019, 03:09:55 AM
Day: 21

Today I chose a Koyote knife. I think of it as a "Bird and Trout". Nice slim blade, very sharp.  Pretty much an ideal EDC. Posing here next to a Buck 112:

(https://i.imgur.com/vP1O1ue.jpg)
Nice 112  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 22, 2019, 03:10:42 AM
:like: looks a good size and a good shaped blade too  :tu:

Day 21

For those kept awake at night wondering what is inside an old steering box allow me to put you out your misery, correct bearings arrived so now we are good to go, sleep easy  :tu:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48771209682_5f6041cb2b_z.jpg)
Yeay! Hope the rest go well  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 22, 2019, 03:12:15 AM
Day22

Enzo Trapper

This O1 fixed blade is a close relative to the Enzo Camper I shown yesterday.  Blade length just under 4"(95mm), same stock as 1/8 or 3.5mm, but the balance point again at the first brass pin.  I appreciate how Enzo must have looked into how to balance these knives and applying different grinds to accompany their respective use.

(https://i.imgur.com/MDsLTLD.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Epyveqm.jpg)
Camper, Trapper, Necker with handle and skeleton version
Nice collection of knives to cover anything that may come up.  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 22, 2019, 03:52:43 AM
Chopping onions for a mess of Hoppin Johns made me realize that this one is better suited for other chores.

Considering another change for the run to the finish.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 22, 2019, 04:04:00 AM
Alan, just out of curiosity, did you ever try to use that opening like a 'Burktek Pocket Wrench'?

Btw, how about a scout carry behind back?
Have not tried to turn any nuts or bolts with the shackle key slot but I think it could work as long as they did not exceed 1cm.  There is only the vertical carry belt loop on this sheath, unlike the nylon sheath of the first gen which the vertical belt loop and also had loops at the top and bottom allowing the option of horizontal carry.  Custom kydex or leather is available for this but I don't use this knife enough to be worth the investment.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 22, 2019, 04:08:23 AM
Chopping onions for a mess of Hoppin Johns made me realize that this one is better suited for other chores.

Considering another change for the run to the finish.
Yum. I like Hoppin Jon but I usually only make it on New Year's day .
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 05:34:18 AM
Nice simple design, works quite well with a narrow profile!  I think they no longer made knives, right?

I believe you are correct. Koyote just kinda disappeared.....
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 05:35:00 AM
Chopping onions for a mess of Hoppin Johns made me realize that this one is better suited for other chores.

Considering another change for the run to the finish.


Heheheh.  :tu:

That's why you need more than one knife.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 22, 2019, 07:06:16 AM
Have not tried to turn any nuts or bolts with the shackle key slot but I think it could work as long as they did not exceed 1cm.  There is only the vertical carry belt loop on this sheath, unlike the nylon sheath of the first gen which the vertical belt loop and also had loops at the top and bottom allowing the option of horizontal carry.  Custom kydex or leather is available for this but I don't use this knife enough to be worth the investment.

That's true for most knives, custom sheath don't come cheap.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 22, 2019, 07:08:33 AM
I believe you are correct. Koyote just kinda disappeared.....


 :-[ 
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 22, 2019, 11:15:34 AM
I'm not sure..........   :rofl:

Carbon steel of some kind....... :dunno:  Takes a nice edge.  :tu:
Looks very nice and handy :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 22, 2019, 11:17:10 AM
Day22

Enzo Trapper

This O1 fixed blade is a close relative to the Enzo Camper I shown yesterday.  Blade length just under 4"(95mm), same stock as 1/8 or 3.5mm, but the balance point again at the first brass pin.  I appreciate how Enzo must have looked into how to balance these knives and applying different grinds to accompany their respective use.

(https://i.imgur.com/MDsLTLD.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Epyveqm.jpg)
Camper, Trapper, Necker with handle and skeleton version
Very nice! :like:
Have to love a nice scandi :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 22, 2019, 02:46:06 PM
Day 22: Opened another box containing Sheepdog food!  These guys can eat :facepalm:. I took this pic when I had them outside :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 02:47:23 PM
Seems like your puppies eat nearly as much as my backyard birds.......  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 22, 2019, 02:48:16 PM
Chopping onions for a mess of Hoppin Johns made me realize that this one is better suited for other chores.

Considering another change for the run to the finish.
Understandable  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 22, 2019, 02:48:40 PM

Heheheh.  :tu:

That's why you need more than one knife.  :D
:iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 22, 2019, 02:48:55 PM
 :rofl: We've got the same issue with those guys too Jack!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 22, 2019, 02:49:36 PM
Day 22: Opened another box containing Sheepdog food!  These guys can eat :facepalm:. I took this pic when I had them outside :D
Again...wow!  :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 22, 2019, 03:14:49 PM
Day 22

Working on a free coffee, I'm not falling for the perforations

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 22, 2019, 03:18:08 PM
The days are starting to go by quickly, just want to say great content everyone  :hatsoff:

And to everyone who commented on mine thanks  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 04:37:52 PM
Day 22

Working on a free coffee, I'm not falling for the perforations

Heheheh..... Way to control your own destiny!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 22, 2019, 04:57:22 PM
day 21: looking back at my training log to prepare a new program

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48775426306_973918d656_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hj7NVY)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 05:50:16 PM
 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Borg on September 22, 2019, 08:05:25 PM
Good stuff everyone  :tu:

Day 22  A bit of preparation for Choptober, and with this i bale out, the downside of signing up to a challenge too early i guess but plans change and i will be out of town for a week or so, good luck everyone and have fun  :cheers:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48776309091_404128eb7f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 22, 2019, 08:20:02 PM
Day 22:

Some foodprep and finished a paracord belt today(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190922/d674c51b9ae69051b82b8297c8dced12.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190922/55f4a3aa60238cb5df81687f68e7f49a.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 09:07:06 PM
Good stuff everyone  :tu:

Day 22  A bit of preparation for Choptober, and with this i bale out, the downside of signing up to a challenge too early i guess but plans change and i will be out of town for a week or so, good luck everyone and have fun  :cheers:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48776309091_404128eb7f_z.jpg)


Excellent!  I need to get a handle shaped up here quickly, myself.   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 09:07:27 PM
Nice one, RF!   :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 22, 2019, 09:08:58 PM
Day: 22


Quiet day for me. Just doing a little reloading and some chores. a JK keeping me company:

(https://i.imgur.com/NGWoDKT.jpg)



1095 steel with Walnut scales. Nice convexed edge.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 22, 2019, 09:24:36 PM
Nice one, RF!   :like:
Thanks Nix :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 22, 2019, 09:25:14 PM
Day: 22


Quiet day for me. Just doing a little reloading and some chores. a JK keeping me company:

(https://i.imgur.com/NGWoDKT.jpg)



1095 steel with Walnut scales. Nice convexed edge.  :tu:
Another nice knife :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 22, 2019, 11:04:59 PM
The false fall has passed and it's back to summer.  Thermometer shows 93°.
We're out on the porch, relaxing under the umbrella.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 23, 2019, 12:22:45 AM
Day 22
Two days was all I could stand of the second generation Myerchin rigging knife. It was just too heavy for EDC and as I said, it was uncomfortable on my belt when seated and too big to slip in a pocket.  I switched to a Buck 140 PakLite Skinner. Another fantastic knife for EDC that suffers from a terrible nylon sheath.  I might invest in kydex for this one. Also, I wrapped this knife several years ago and I may redo it in a figure 8 wrap because I like how that looks on PitCarver's little knife.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 23, 2019, 12:29:34 AM
Day23

BK24/ESEE D'Eskabar

This gonna be my favorite 'neck knife'.  I don't wear neck knife much, but if I want to wear one, this probably going to be it.  This knife has decent blade and handle length for use, and a very positive retention with good feedback with its sheath for safe use.

(https://i.imgur.com/BwpPDRB.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/zCZ1qNJ.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 23, 2019, 12:31:14 AM
Day 22
Two days was all I could stand of the second generation Myerchin rigging knife. It was just too heavy for EDC and as I said, it was uncomfortable on my belt when seated and too big to slip in a pocket.  I switched to a Buck 140 PakLite Skinner. Another fantastic knife for EDC that suffers from a terrible nylon sheath.  I might invest in kydex for this one. Also, I wrapped this knife several years ago and I may redo it in a figure 8 wrap because I like how that looks on PitCarver's little knife.


It looks pretty good even after two years of use! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 23, 2019, 12:32:23 AM
The false fall has passed and it's back to summer.  Thermometer shows 93°.
We're out on the porch, relaxing under the umbrella.

Nice one!  Hope the cooler weather will return soon!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 23, 2019, 12:33:41 AM
Day: 22


Quiet day for me. Just doing a little reloading and some chores. a JK keeping me company:

(https://i.imgur.com/NGWoDKT.jpg)





1095 steel with Walnut scales. Nice convexed edge.  :tu:
:like: Simple at it's best!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 23, 2019, 12:36:48 AM
Day 22:

Some foodprep and finished a paracord belt today(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190922/d674c51b9ae69051b82b8297c8dced12.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190922/55f4a3aa60238cb5df81687f68e7f49a.jpg)

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Nice belt!  How long is the Paracord to make one like this?  Does using the buckle allow room for weight change?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:18:33 AM
Day 22

Working on a free coffee, I'm not falling for the perforations
A wise decision if you ask me!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:19:03 AM
day 21: looking back at my training log to prepare a new program

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48775426306_973918d656_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hj7NVY)
Nice
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:20:24 AM
Good stuff everyone  :tu:

Day 22  A bit of preparation for Choptober, and with this i bale out, the downside of signing up to a challenge too early i guess but plans change and i will be out of town for a week or so, good luck everyone and have fun  :cheers:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48776309091_404128eb7f_z.jpg)
Going to miss you! Hope you stop by once in a while!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:20:58 AM
Day 22:

Some foodprep and finished a paracord belt today(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190922/d674c51b9ae69051b82b8297c8dced12.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190922/55f4a3aa60238cb5df81687f68e7f49a.jpg)

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nice usage
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:21:53 AM
Day: 22


Quiet day for me. Just doing a little reloading and some chores. a JK keeping me company:

(https://i.imgur.com/NGWoDKT.jpg)



1095 steel with Walnut scales. Nice convexed edge.  :tu:
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:22:42 AM
The false fall has passed and it's back to summer.  Thermometer shows 93°.
We're out on the porch, relaxing under the umbrella.
Fall to me doesn’t happen till Halloween  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:23:43 AM
Day 22
Two days was all I could stand of the second generation Myerchin rigging knife. It was just too heavy for EDC and as I said, it was uncomfortable on my belt when seated and too big to slip in a pocket.  I switched to a Buck 140 PakLite Skinner. Another fantastic knife for EDC that suffers from a terrible nylon sheath.  I might invest in kydex for this one. Also, I wrapped this knife several years ago and I may redo it in a figure 8 wrap because I like how that looks on PitCarver's little knife.
This is how we learn!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 01:25:41 AM
Day23

BK24/ESEE D'Eskabar

This gonna be my favorite 'neck knife'.  I don't wear neck knife much, but if I want to wear one, this probably going to be it.  This knife has decent blade and handle length for use, and a very positive retention with good feedback with its sheath for safe use.

(https://i.imgur.com/BwpPDRB.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/zCZ1qNJ.jpg)
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 23, 2019, 10:20:34 AM
Nice belt!  How long is the Paracord to make one like this?  Does using the buckle allow room for weight change?
In my case it's just shy of 50 feet/15 meters. It does have some give in it thanks to the design and stretch/give in the paracord, but I know some people have used a regular belt buckle so that would probably be a better solution :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 23, 2019, 11:12:25 AM
Day23

BK24/ESEE D'Eskabar

This gonna be my favorite 'neck knife'.  I don't wear neck knife much, but if I want to wear one, this probably going to be it.  This knife has decent blade and handle length for use, and a very positive retention with good feedback with its sheath for safe use.

(https://i.imgur.com/BwpPDRB.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/zCZ1qNJ.jpg)
Cool knife :like: Looks very useful :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 23, 2019, 03:43:50 PM
Day 23: packing up some household stuff for Noah!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 04:13:01 PM
Day 23: packing up some household stuff for Noah!
Nice usage!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 23, 2019, 07:33:02 PM
Day 23
Time to replace the mosquito larvicide tablets in my rain barrel.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 23, 2019, 07:36:21 PM
Day 23:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/da43ac38c72fc47112671f919ab87176.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 23, 2019, 08:14:53 PM
day 22: took an arcade emulator and this helped

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48783464192_215e352556_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hjQ1jd)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 23, 2019, 09:50:24 PM
Inspired by comis, I pocketed my BK-11. Looks a lot like his Escobar, I think.

Used it to open a bit of mail:

(https://i.imgur.com/DgmGaVd.jpg)



The new Landi has arrived!   :ahhh




Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 23, 2019, 09:57:53 PM
It's to covered up Nix!

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 23, 2019, 10:55:17 PM
Day 23

Getting ready to roast some potatoes

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 23, 2019, 11:05:56 PM
It's to covered up Nix!


I'll do better tomorrow.....  >:D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 11:40:36 PM
Day 23:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/da43ac38c72fc47112671f919ab87176.jpg)

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Nice Minimalist  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 11:41:11 PM
day 22: took an arcade emulator and this helped

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48783464192_215e352556_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hjQ1jd)
Nice
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 11:42:04 PM
Inspired by comis, I pocketed my BK-11. Looks a lot like his Escobar, I think.

Used it to open a bit of mail:

(https://i.imgur.com/DgmGaVd.jpg)



The new Landi has arrived!   :ahhh
Very nice on both!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 11:43:08 PM
Day 23

Getting ready to roast some potatoes
Oh boy, had that yesterday!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 23, 2019, 11:43:46 PM

I'll do better tomorrow.....  >:D
Ok  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 24, 2019, 01:15:45 AM
My original partner for the challenge helped with the mail today.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 24, 2019, 01:16:59 AM
My original partner for the challenge helped with the mail today.


My granddaughter checking out the goods.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 24, 2019, 02:29:21 AM
Aw, Grampa bought her a knife of her own. Might be a little early for that but I suppose you can keep it warm for her for a while. :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 24, 2019, 02:42:15 AM
Did that with both my daughters too.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: David on September 24, 2019, 02:44:52 AM
Inspired by comis, I pocketed my BK-11. Looks a lot like his Escobar, I think.

Used it to open a bit of mail:

(https://i.imgur.com/DgmGaVd.jpg)



The new Landi has arrived!   :ahhh

Love the BK11.    :tu:    :like:   I had one of mine on today.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 03:45:38 AM
My original partner for the challenge helped with the mail today.
Very nice  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 03:46:46 AM
My granddaughter checking out the goods.
A future carver in the making.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 07:14:46 AM
Day24

Mora Kansbol

This knife came out at the same time as Garberg.  I have seen some reviewers liking this over the Garberg as a camp knife, and I think part of the reason is because it seems to have the qualities of many folks associate Mora with--feather weight, functional and value.  The differential grind combined with the tapering blade thickness is interesting and ensures the blade is good for slicing/cutting tasks.

(https://i.imgur.com/a6vndct.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 07:15:05 AM
My granddaughter checking out the goods.

That's just sweet!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 07:15:55 AM
Day 23

Getting ready to roast some potatoes




 :drool:  Looks great!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 07:17:13 AM
Inspired by comis, I pocketed my BK-11. Looks a lot like his Escobar, I think.

Used it to open a bit of mail:

(https://i.imgur.com/DgmGaVd.jpg)



The new Landi has arrived!   :ahhh





:cheers: :woohoo: :popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn:


Is that on tomorrow's menu?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 07:20:23 AM
In my case it's just shy of 50 feet/15 meters. It does have some give in it thanks to the design and stretch/give in the paracord, but I know some people have used a regular belt buckle so that would probably be a better solution :tu:

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That's a whole lot of paracord carried in a convenient way!  I like buckle usually with a very minimalist nylon belt, so I could wear one under a backpack, but it is probably easier to make as a belt like a giant paracord wrist band.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 10:16:29 AM

I'll do better tomorrow.....  >:D
Can't wait :popcorn:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 10:17:30 AM
Nice Minimalist  :cheers:
:salute:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 10:20:13 AM
That's a whole lot of paracord carried in a convenient way!  I like buckle usually with a very minimalist nylon belt, so I could wear one under a backpack, but it is probably easier to make as a belt like a giant paracord wrist band.
There is some good tutorials on paracord belts on the web :tu:
The hardest part is the start and finish, when you are past the start you just do the same thing over and over until it reaches desired lenght :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 10:24:00 AM
Day24

Mora Kansbol

This knife came out at the same time as Garberg.  I have seen some reviewers liking this over the Garberg as a camp knife, and I think part of the reason is because it seems to have the qualities of many folks associate Mora with--feather weight, functional and value.  The differential grind combined with the tapering blade thickness is interesting and ensures the blade is good for slicing/cutting tasks.

(https://i.imgur.com/a6vndct.jpg)
I had the Mora 2000, same blade and loved it but misplaced it somewhere :facepalm:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 12:58:00 PM
There is some good tutorials on paracord belts on the web :tu:
The hardest part is the start and finish, when you are past the start you just do the same thing over and over until it reaches desired lenght :cheers:

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Yes, need to find a tutorial and learn to make one myself sometime.  I got a 'paracord' belt from Chinese website for cheap, but just ain't too sure they used genuine real 7 strands paracord.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 12:58:50 PM
I had the Mora 2000, same blade and loved it but misplaced it somewhere :facepalm:

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Never own a Mora 2000...but I would imagine they are rather similar.  Maybe it's a sign for you to get a new Kansbol?  :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 01:04:18 PM
Yes, need to find a tutorial and learn to make one myself sometime.  I got a 'paracord' belt from Chinese website for cheap, but just ain't too sure they used genuine real 7 strands paracord.
Probably not :rofl:
It's easy to make, just have to have a bit of patience :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 01:05:20 PM
Never own a Mora 2000...but I would imagine they are rather similar.  Maybe it's a sign for you to get a new Kansbol?  :pok: :D
You never know, it might end up in a shopping cart someday :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 01:06:01 PM
You never know, it might end up in a shopping cart someday :cheers:

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:cheers: :D   Come back and let us know...
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 01:14:32 PM
:cheers: :D   Come back and let us know...
Will do :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 03:30:41 PM
Day24

Mora Kansbol

This knife came out at the same time as Garberg.  I have seen some reviewers liking this over the Garberg as a camp knife, and I think part of the reason is because it seems to have the qualities of many folks associate Mora with--feather weight, functional and value.  The differential grind combined with the tapering blade thickness is interesting and ensures the blade is good for slicing/cutting tasks.

(https://i.imgur.com/a6vndct.jpg)
That is an interesting blade. I don’t recall seeing a camp knife built like that!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 04:10:57 PM
Day 24:

Putting on the brakes :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190924/b1f77afb57bb07c89ff4ed9813eeac31.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 24, 2019, 04:34:16 PM
I liked the Kansbol from the first time I saw it. I don't own one but I'm fairly certain I will in the near future as It's just the sort of thing I would add to my cart when ordering something else.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 24, 2019, 04:36:21 PM
Day 24: Getting ready for Fall!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 24, 2019, 04:41:46 PM
Heheheh....  :like:


(We have our first prediction of possible snow for this weekend...... :D)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 04:46:20 PM
Day 24:

Putting on the brakes :tu: (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190924/b1f77afb57bb07c89ff4ed9813eeac31.jpg)

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Looks cool, very industrial :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 04:47:28 PM
I liked the Kansbol from the first time I saw it. I don't own one but I'm fairly certain I will in the near future as It's just the sort of thing I would add to my cart when ordering something else.
:cheers:   :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 24, 2019, 04:48:29 PM

Day 24: Getting ready for Fall!
:tu:



Heheheh....  :like:


(We have our first prediction of possible snow for this weekend...... :D )


 :o  What...for real?!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 24, 2019, 04:53:42 PM
Montana is not a place for the faint of heart! :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 04:54:06 PM
Day 24:

Putting on the brakes :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190924/b1f77afb57bb07c89ff4ed9813eeac31.jpg)

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:like: that Minimalist  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 05:03:53 PM
Day 24: Getting ready for Fall!
I had to google what those pellets were used for. You have a pellet stove? Even though I was in Georgia for 17 years, I had a fireplace. And in Florida, well just no need. How does the stove work out for you?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 05:04:29 PM
Heheheh....  :like:


(We have our first prediction of possible snow for this weekend...... :D)
Oh boy!  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 24, 2019, 05:13:44 PM
Pretty well Ray, but they can be finicky.
The quality of the pellets varies as the length of the Winter carries on.  With that comes feeding issues and soot.  The key is to keep the stove clean and the pellets dry, and things work well.
I had to google what those pellets were used for. You have a pellet stove? Even though I was in Georgia for 17 years, I had a fireplace. And in Florida, well just no need. How does the stove work out for you?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 05:18:11 PM
Pretty well Ray, but they can be finicky.
The quality of the pellets varies as the length of the Winter carries on.  With that comes feeding issues and soot.  The key is to keep the stove clean and the pellets dry, and things work well.
Awww...ok. Thanks for the information!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 24, 2019, 07:39:37 PM
Day 24
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 08:24:41 PM
Looks cool, very industrial :tu:
:cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 08:25:21 PM
:like: that Minimalist  :tu:
I :like: it too :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 08:37:24 PM
Day 24
Nice wrapping there!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 24, 2019, 09:28:00 PM

 :o  What...for real?!



(https://i.imgur.com/yzLj4cJ.png)


Probably won't get more than 3"; you know how melodramatic these guys can be.   :rofl:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 24, 2019, 09:39:20 PM

Day: 24


So, for reasons of discretion, the Becker BK11 was called up for duty today. However, I did want to give some impressions of the new Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/Pg9BnHr.jpg)



This thing is a beast! 

John put a beefier grip on it. And the grip is aggressively textured. Maybe too aggressively textured. I haven't used it yet, but I think there may be a couple of 'hot spots' that would be unpleasant with prolonged use. This won't be a problem, though. I can easily soften those spots with a little sandpaper.

Here, compared to my other Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/NJ3BjW4.jpg)



Definitely a bigger knife. It feels very solid and robust. The choil feels quite useable, so I think this is a nice feature. We'll see. I love the blade shape, again, not very pointy (John does make some pointy knives, if that's what you are after.), but seems very utility oriented.

This one came with a nice Kydex sheath that attaches to a belt or pack with a snap buckle. Nice idea. It remains to be seen if this sheath works for me, but I like it overall.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/YekFIgm.jpg)



I'm always impressed with Jonh's work, this knife is no exception. It is really well built (as you'd expect from a Pennsylvania knife maker, right Barry?)  Might not suit everyone--I don't think it's an ideal bushcrafting knife--but this blade shape seems to work for me. I'll use it and carry it a bit more for the remainder of this challenge. More observation to follow.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 09:47:11 PM

(https://i.imgur.com/yzLj4cJ.png)


Probably won't get more than 3"; you know how melodramatic these guys can be.   :rofl:
Nice! Can't wait for it to start snowing

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 24, 2019, 09:51:31 PM
Day: 24


So, for reasons of discretion, the Becker BK11 was called up for duty today. However, I did want to give some impressions of the new Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/Pg9BnHr.jpg)



This thing is a beast! 

John put a beefier grip on it. And the grip is aggressively textured. Maybe too aggressively textured. I haven't used it yet, but I think there may be a couple of 'hot spots' that would be unpleasant with prolonged use. This won't be a problem, though. I can easily soften those spots with a little sandpaper.

Here, compared to my other Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/NJ3BjW4.jpg)



Definitely a bigger knife. It feels very solid and robust. The choil feels quite useable, so I think this is a nice feature. We'll see. I love the blade shape, again, not very pointy (John does make some pointy knives, if that's what you are after.), but seems very utility oriented.

This one came with a nice Kydex sheath that attaches to a belt or pack with a snap buckle. Nice idea. It remains to be seen if this sheath works for me, but I like it overall.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/YekFIgm.jpg)



I'm always impressed with Jonh's work, this knife is no exception. It is really well built (as you'd expect from a Pennsylvania knife maker, right Barry?)  Might not suit everyone--I don't think it's an ideal bushcrafting knife--but this blade shape seems to work for me. I'll use it and carry it a bit more for the remainder of this challenge. More observation to follow.  :tu:
Cool looking knife :like:
Curious to hear what you think of it after some use :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 24, 2019, 10:11:26 PM

Curious to hear what you think of it after some use :cheers:



Yes, it's hard to have an opinion without having used it a bit.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 24, 2019, 10:12:45 PM
Day: 24


So, for reasons of discretion, the Becker BK11 was called up for duty today. However, I did want to give some impressions of the new Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/Pg9BnHr.jpg)



This thing is a beast! 

John put a beefier grip on it. And the grip is aggressively textured. Maybe too aggressively textured. I haven't used it yet, but I think there may be a couple of 'hot spots' that would be unpleasant with prolonged use. This won't be a problem, though. I can easily soften those spots with a little sandpaper.

Here, compared to my other Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/NJ3BjW4.jpg)



Definitely a bigger knife. It feels very solid and robust. The choil feels quite useable, so I think this is a nice feature. We'll see. I love the blade shape, again, not very pointy (John does make some pointy knives, if that's what you are after.), but seems very utility oriented.

This one came with a nice Kydex sheath that attaches to a belt or pack with a snap buckle. Nice idea. It remains to be seen if this sheath works for me, but I like it overall.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/YekFIgm.jpg)



I'm always impressed with Jonh's work, this knife is no exception. It is really well built (as you'd expect from a Pennsylvania knife maker, right Barry?)  Might not suit everyone--I don't think it's an ideal bushcrafting knife--but this blade shape seems to work for me. I'll use it and carry it a bit more for the remainder of this challenge. More observation to follow.  :tu:

The Landi looks good, but that Becker is a workhorse
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 24, 2019, 10:14:27 PM
day 23: crazy little spinner dude showed up

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48789417433_b4b5045926_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hkmw1i)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 11:02:21 PM
Day: 24


So, for reasons of discretion, the Becker BK11 was called up for duty today. However, I did want to give some impressions of the new Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/Pg9BnHr.jpg)



This thing is a beast! 

John put a beefier grip on it. And the grip is aggressively textured. Maybe too aggressively textured. I haven't used it yet, but I think there may be a couple of 'hot spots' that would be unpleasant with prolonged use. This won't be a problem, though. I can easily soften those spots with a little sandpaper.

Here, compared to my other Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/NJ3BjW4.jpg)



Definitely a bigger knife. It feels very solid and robust. The choil feels quite useable, so I think this is a nice feature. We'll see. I love the blade shape, again, not very pointy (John does make some pointy knives, if that's what you are after.), but seems very utility oriented.

This one came with a nice Kydex sheath that attaches to a belt or pack with a snap buckle. Nice idea. It remains to be seen if this sheath works for me, but I like it overall.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/YekFIgm.jpg)



I'm always impressed with Jonh's work, this knife is no exception. It is really well built (as you'd expect from a Pennsylvania knife maker, right Barry?)  Might not suit everyone--I don't think it's an ideal bushcrafting knife--but this blade shape seems to work for me. I'll use it and carry it a bit more for the remainder of this challenge. More observation to follow.  :tu:
That is a beast! Very nice. Even compared to your other Landi that puppy is a wolf! Can’t wait to hear a field review. Shouldn’t have a problem cutting  :whistle:
 :cheers: :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 24, 2019, 11:03:39 PM
day 23: crazy little spinner dude showed up

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48789417433_b4b5045926_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hkmw1i)
A helping hand!  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 24, 2019, 11:07:44 PM
Day 24
Just a piece of mail to open
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 25, 2019, 12:01:00 AM
Just cutting some thread for a sheath repair.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 25, 2019, 12:26:05 AM
Day 24
Just a piece of mail to open
Mail duty  :woohoo:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 25, 2019, 12:27:00 AM
Just cutting some thread for a sheath repair.
Very nice!  I like that one!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 25, 2019, 12:32:15 AM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 05:06:07 AM
Day25

BK2

I saw in an interview where Ethan Becker would call this his "Armageddon knife", where all else fail, this won't and it is good for "moderate chopping".  I don't know about the Armageddon, but I've seen enough youtube to know the second part is probably an understatement.  With a 1/4 inch stock(6.35mm) :o , it is one heavy beast.  Got a new pair of Micarta scale, and decided to put it onto the knife.  And even though it is a heavy knife, it does have incredible balance right behind the guard, which I really do appreciate, especially for a heavy knife. :hatsoff: 


Just found a link on BF, if you are curious on what people would do to a beefy knife, this might be a good read:
https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/putting-the-bk2-to-the-test-so-you-dont-have-to.838018/ (https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/putting-the-bk2-to-the-test-so-you-dont-have-to.838018/)


(https://i.imgur.com/GVgZVf9.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/iDEr0KH.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 05:18:37 AM
Day: 24


So, for reasons of discretion, the Becker BK11 was called up for duty today. However, I did want to give some impressions of the new Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/Pg9BnHr.jpg)



This thing is a beast! 

John put a beefier grip on it. And the grip is aggressively textured. Maybe too aggressively textured. I haven't used it yet, but I think there may be a couple of 'hot spots' that would be unpleasant with prolonged use. This won't be a problem, though. I can easily soften those spots with a little sandpaper.

Here, compared to my other Landi:

(https://i.imgur.com/NJ3BjW4.jpg)



Definitely a bigger knife. It feels very solid and robust. The choil feels quite useable, so I think this is a nice feature. We'll see. I love the blade shape, again, not very pointy (John does make some pointy knives, if that's what you are after.), but seems very utility oriented.

This one came with a nice Kydex sheath that attaches to a belt or pack with a snap buckle. Nice idea. It remains to be seen if this sheath works for me, but I like it overall.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/YekFIgm.jpg)



I'm always impressed with Jonh's work, this knife is no exception. It is really well built (as you'd expect from a Pennsylvania knife maker, right Barry?)  Might not suit everyone--I don't think it's an ideal bushcrafting knife--but this blade shape seems to work for me. I'll use it and carry it a bit more for the remainder of this challenge. More observation to follow.  :tu:



My uneductated guess from just looking at the photo, I too would think the handle does seem quite textured and might be a little aggressive to use for long time.  But that's just my babbling, gonna wait for your user report to know. :popcorn:


But I always like usable and generous choil for a big knife, otherwise it is could be just a waste of cutting length.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 05:19:52 AM
day 23: crazy little spinner dude showed up

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48789417433_b4b5045926_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hkmw1i)

Cute!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 05:21:01 AM
Day 24
Just a piece of mail to open


Just cutting some thread for a sheath repair.

Nice use!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 25, 2019, 05:53:23 AM
Day25

BK2

I saw in an interview where Ethan Becker would call this his "Armageddon knife", where all else fail, this won't and it is good for "moderate chopping".  I don't know about the Armageddon, but I've seen enough youtube to know the second part is probably an understatement.  With a 1/4 inch stock(6.35mm) :o , it is one heavy beast.  Got a new pair of Micarta scale, and decided to put it onto the knife.  And even though it is a heavy knife, it does have incredible balance right behind the guard, which I really do appreciate, especially for a heavy knife. :hatsoff: 


Just found a link on BF, if you are curious on what people would do to a beefy knife, this might be a good read:
https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/putting-the-bk2-to-the-test-so-you-dont-have-to.838018/ (https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/putting-the-bk2-to-the-test-so-you-dont-have-to.838018/)


(https://i.imgur.com/GVgZVf9.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/iDEr0KH.jpg)
Those handles improve the looks a thousand fold!  :tu: :cheers:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 07:59:47 AM
Those handles improve the looks a thousand fold!  :tu: :cheers:


:cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 25, 2019, 09:40:07 AM
The BK-2 looks great with the new handles. :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 10:05:43 AM
The BK-2 looks great with the new handles. :cheers:

Thanks Alan!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 25, 2019, 10:14:30 AM
Day25

BK2

I saw in an interview where Ethan Becker would call this his "Armageddon knife", where all else fail, this won't and it is good for "moderate chopping".  I don't know about the Armageddon, but I've seen enough youtube to know the second part is probably an understatement.  With a 1/4 inch stock(6.35mm) :o , it is one heavy beast.  Got a new pair of Micarta scale, and decided to put it onto the knife.  And even though it is a heavy knife, it does have incredible balance right behind the guard, which I really do appreciate, especially for a heavy knife. :hatsoff: 


Just found a link on BF, if you are curious on what people would do to a beefy knife, this might be a good read:
https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/putting-the-bk2-to-the-test-so-you-dont-have-to.838018/ (https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/putting-the-bk2-to-the-test-so-you-dont-have-to.838018/)


(https://i.imgur.com/GVgZVf9.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/iDEr0KH.jpg)
Sure seem like a solid knife :like:
What is the weight of that beast?
And :iagree: the scales look great :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 10:38:59 AM
Sure seem like a solid knife :like:
What is the weight of that beast?
And :iagree: the scales look great :cheers:

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The official weight is exactly 1 pound with the original scale(approx 453g), but Micarta scales, it might be slightly different.

The funny thing is--I just checked with Gransfors Burks, the wildlife hatchet I own weighs 1.3lb, and the carving hatchet is 0.7lb.  So BK2 is weighing amongst the lighter weight of axes.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 25, 2019, 01:23:21 PM
The official weight is exactly 1 pound with the original scale(approx 453g), but Micarta scales, it might be slightly different.

The funny thing is--I just checked with Gransfors Burks, the wildlife hatchet I own weighs 1.3lb, and the carving hatchet is 0.7lb.  So BK2 is weighing amongst the lighter weight of axes.
Hefty knife then :tu:
Checked out the thread you linked and that knife sure takes a beating and keeps going :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 25, 2019, 02:10:52 PM
Day 23: Puuko with backup, an Old Timer pen knife :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 25, 2019, 02:42:46 PM
Day 23: Puuko with backup, an Old Timer pen knife :D
Very nice comparison!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 25, 2019, 04:13:25 PM
Day 23: Puuko with backup, an Old Timer pen knife :D

Both traditionals :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 25, 2019, 04:41:45 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 25, 2019, 05:16:34 PM
Day 25
There's at least 1 box of knives around here somewhere that I can't find, so my choices for finishing out the challenge are limited.
Today I'm going with this slightly Karambit shaped object that I bought a couple of years ago.  Clearly it is intended for defensive use and there's not much other than that except for opening packages that it is going to be good at.  I bought it as a cheap alternative to a Ka-Bar TDI to see if I could get along with it. Sort of a proof of concept.  It is well made and it carries well in a plastic sheath with metal clip, but I came to the conclusion that I really have no need for a fighting knife and after carrying it for a couple of months I decided not to buy the TDI and I stopped carrying this variation on the theme. It's usefulness was just too limited as far as I was concerned.  Anyway, here it is next to a single cell AA flashlight for size comparison.  I will probably have this on my belt for the next couple of days.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 25, 2019, 05:54:07 PM
Day 25
There's at least 1 box of knives around here somewhere that I can't find, so my choices for finishing out the challenge are limited.
Today I'm going with this slightly Karambit shaped object that I bought a couple of years ago.  Clearly it is intended for defensive use and there's not much other than that except for opening packages that it is going to be good at.  I bought it as a cheap alternative to a Ka-Bar TDI to see if I could get along with it. Sort of a proof of concept.  It is well made and it carries well in a plastic sheath with metal clip, but I came to the conclusion that I really have no need for a fighting knife and after carrying it for a couple of months I decided not to buy the TDI and I stopped carrying this variation on the theme. It's usefulness was just too limited as far as I was concerned.  Anyway, here it is next to a single cell AA flashlight for size comparison.  I will probably have this on my belt for the next couple of days.
Not bad looking at all! I like that.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 25, 2019, 07:37:35 PM
day 24: help when you can, donate blood

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48791904947_4b385c9186_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hkzgst)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 25, 2019, 08:17:04 PM
Not bad looking at all! I like that.  :tu:
:iagree:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 25, 2019, 08:19:03 PM
Day 25:

Not much use today, but the Minimalist helped change some heater fans at work :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190925/b5e3580968645874de71493fc3c61b21.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 25, 2019, 09:44:44 PM
day 24: help when you can, donate blood

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48791904947_4b385c9186_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hkzgst)
:tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 25, 2019, 09:45:39 PM
Day 25:

Not much use today, but the Minimalist helped change some heater fans at work :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190925/b5e3580968645874de71493fc3c61b21.jpg)

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Very nice work!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 25, 2019, 10:04:25 PM
Very nice work!  :tu:
Very dusty work though :rofl:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 25, 2019, 11:23:17 PM
Day: 25



It's a challenge! So a chicken is required! The knife gods--and my appetite--must be satisfied!   :viking:



(https://i.imgur.com/Bv521bZ.jpg)




The Landi got used today to cut up a bird. I've done this in every challenge I've undertaken; it is a point of reference for me. In some challenges a little finesse is required, in some a delicate touch. Not so much here.....

The Landi invites big bold cuts. A swipe here, a slash there, and the leg is off. Once wings and legs were separated, the Landi split the breast bone cleanly. This is a powerful knife!

(https://i.imgur.com/m2fWGxT.jpg)



The blade shape requires some technique. To get a clean slice, I had to pull the belly of the knife through the cut. It wasn't enough to simply 'rock' the blade through the cut--the way one might with a chef's knife--a concerted pull or slice had to be made. Nevertheless, I've never had sucj an easy time cutting up a chicken; this knife will cut.

Today's menu will feature chicken inspired by Jamaica's famous Jerked Chicken, ine of the world's great dishes. This requires a spicy marinade featuring thyme, habaneros, garlic, ginger, and onions. The Landi got pressed into prep service here:

(https://i.imgur.com/C9iMmGH.jpg)



The handle is still wet from washing. This task--prepping the aromatics--revealed a slight issue. While the Landi's blade is sharp (I tested it on paper first), the edge is a bit obtuse. It was a bit 'clunky' to use in slicing and chopping. There was not much sense of finesse using it. That was OK; my ingredients all went into a blender to make the marinade. However, I think I'll giove this knife a less obtuse edge. I'll thin it out a bit. The spine is a full 3/16's, so this is a beastly knife, to be sure, but I think a more refined edge will make it a bit more useful overall.

Even though I had a few issues with this knife, I've come to really like it very quickly. It feels natural, it feels strong, it is sharp. Handling it I keep thinking it is a Navy SEAL knife (wronf steel, right concept): it is rugged, it is utilitarian, it is functional, it is strong.

I did end up using a bit of sandpaper to knock off some of the sharp corners of the handle. It feels great now. No sharp corners or obvious hot spots. It has a very positive grip.

I'm digging this one!   :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 25, 2019, 11:25:46 PM
 :like:
I've been waiting for the chicken  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 25, 2019, 11:27:26 PM
Day 25

A new bottle of Aspirin

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 26, 2019, 12:00:18 AM
:like:
I've been waiting for the chicken  :tu:

 :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: SteveC on September 26, 2019, 12:27:48 AM
Great challenge fellas !     :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 26, 2019, 12:52:10 AM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 26, 2019, 02:03:46 AM
Moved up to paracord this afternoon.
Too lazy to reach into my pocket to get the MiniChamp, used my necker for the cut I needed.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 26, 2019, 02:35:36 AM
 :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 26, 2019, 02:42:38 AM
Glad to see that chicken buddy!!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 03:26:26 AM
Very dusty work though :rofl:

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Oh yeah, been there done that! Those calls were always my last call of the day! Straight home and into the shower!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 03:29:19 AM
Day: 25



It's a challenge! So a chicken is required! The knife gods--and my appetite--must be satisfied!   :viking:



(https://i.imgur.com/Bv521bZ.jpg)




The Landi got used today to cut up a bird. I've done this in every challenge I've undertaken; it is a point of reference for me. In some challenges a little finesse is required, in some a delicate touch. Not so much here.....

The Landi invites big bold cuts. A swipe here, a slash there, and the leg is off. Once wings and legs were separated, the Landi split the breast bone cleanly. This is a powerful knife!

(https://i.imgur.com/m2fWGxT.jpg)



The blade shape requires some technique. To get a clean slice, I had to pull the belly of the knife through the cut. It wasn't enough to simply 'rock' the blade through the cut--the way one might with a chef's knife--a concerted pull or slice had to be made. Nevertheless, I've never had sucj an easy time cutting up a chicken; this knife will cut.

Today's menu will feature chicken inspired by Jamaica's famous Jerked Chicken, ine of the world's great dishes. This requires a spicy marinade featuring thyme, habaneros, garlic, ginger, and onions. The Landi got pressed into prep service here:

(https://i.imgur.com/C9iMmGH.jpg)



The handle is still wet from washing. This task--prepping the aromatics--revealed a slight issue. While the Landi's blade is sharp (I tested it on paper first), the edge is a bit obtuse. It was a bit 'clunky' to use in slicing and chopping. There was not much sense of finesse using it. That was OK; my ingredients all went into a blender to make the marinade. However, I think I'll giove this knife a less obtuse edge. I'll thin it out a bit. The spine is a full 3/16's, so this is a beastly knife, to be sure, but I think a more refined edge will make it a bit more useful overall.

Even though I had a few issues with this knife, I've come to really like it very quickly. It feels natural, it feels strong, it is sharp. Handling it I keep thinking it is a Navy SEAL knife (wronf steel, right concept): it is rugged, it is utilitarian, it is functional, it is strong.

I did end up using a bit of sandpaper to knock off some of the sharp corners of the handle. It feels great now. No sharp corners or obvious hot spots. It has a very positive grip.

I'm digging this one!   :tu:
Very nice...I love you always do chicken every challenge!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 03:32:56 AM
Moved up to paracord this afternoon.
Too lazy to reach into my pocket to get the MiniChamp, used my necker for the cut I needed.
Very nice. Have you said what type of knife you are using? I may have had a senior moment and forgotten if you did. The handle is 4 fingers and a short blade, I kinda like that. Do you know the overall length? Thanks
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 26, 2019, 04:51:01 AM
Day 26

BK12 (Doug Ritter MK2)

While many of us might have heard of the BK2 being a robust knife, BK12 is a lesser known cousin of BK2.  According to what I read, during the collaboration between Ethan Becker and Doug Ritter, one of the subject most debated is the balance of the knife--Becker would prefer this knife forward biased, while Ritter would prefer it 'neutral'.  And the end result is a compromise of two, a knife with 'personal balance' where the balance point of the knife can be altered by adding or removing the brass plug inside the handle. 


Personally, I always prefer a knife balanced right at my index finger, and with all plugs installed, that's where it would be.  Without plugs, the knife will weight 12.8oz (263g) and with all plugs in, it is 13.2oz(374g).  Instead of 1/4" stock, it uses 3/16" (4.78mm) which helps to bring the weight down.

(https://i.imgur.com/6hwRhSL.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/yNOnaZa.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 26, 2019, 04:54:00 AM
Day: 25



It's a challenge! So a chicken is required! The knife gods--and my appetite--must be satisfied!   :viking:



(https://i.imgur.com/Bv521bZ.jpg)

Looks good!  But how's the chicken?




The Landi got used today to cut up a bird. I've done this in every challenge I've undertaken; it is a point of reference for me. In some challenges a little finesse is required, in some a delicate touch. Not so much here.....

The Landi invites big bold cuts. A swipe here, a slash there, and the leg is off. Once wings and legs were separated, the Landi split the breast bone cleanly. This is a powerful knife!

(https://i.imgur.com/m2fWGxT.jpg)



The blade shape requires some technique. To get a clean slice, I had to pull the belly of the knife through the cut. It wasn't enough to simply 'rock' the blade through the cut--the way one might with a chef's knife--a concerted pull or slice had to be made. Nevertheless, I've never had sucj an easy time cutting up a chicken; this knife will cut.

Today's menu will feature chicken inspired by Jamaica's famous Jerked Chicken, ine of the world's great dishes. This requires a spicy marinade featuring thyme, habaneros, garlic, ginger, and onions. The Landi got pressed into prep service here:

(https://i.imgur.com/C9iMmGH.jpg)



The handle is still wet from washing. This task--prepping the aromatics--revealed a slight issue. While the Landi's blade is sharp (I tested it on paper first), the edge is a bit obtuse. It was a bit 'clunky' to use in slicing and chopping. There was not much sense of finesse using it. That was OK; my ingredients all went into a blender to make the marinade. However, I think I'll giove this knife a less obtuse edge. I'll thin it out a bit. The spine is a full 3/16's, so this is a beastly knife, to be sure, but I think a more refined edge will make it a bit more useful overall.

Even though I had a few issues with this knife, I've come to really like it very quickly. It feels natural, it feels strong, it is sharp. Handling it I keep thinking it is a Navy SEAL knife (wronf steel, right concept): it is rugged, it is utilitarian, it is functional, it is strong.

I did end up using a bit of sandpaper to knock off some of the sharp corners of the handle. It feels great now. No sharp corners or obvious hot spots. It has a very positive grip.

I'm digging this one!   :tu:


Looks great! :tu:   But how's the chicken? :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 26, 2019, 06:36:22 AM
Shoot!  I forgot to post up the cooked shot.

Here's the best I have:

(https://i.imgur.com/5gihJ5A.jpg)



It was really tasty!  And fairly spicy.    :cheers:


I also spent a little time working on the edge. It's now hair shaving sharp with a slightly improved geometry. Even so, I think I might try to thin it (more acute) a little more.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 06:39:51 AM
Day 26

BK12 (Doug Ritter MK2)

While many of us might have heard of the BK2 being a robust knife, BK12 is a lesser known cousin of BK2.  According to what I read, during the collaboration between Ethan Becker and Doug Ritter, one of the subject most debated is the balance of the knife--Becker would prefer this knife forward biased, while Ritter would prefer it 'neutral'.  And the end result is a compromise of two, a knife with 'personal balance' where the balance point of the knife can be altered by adding or removing the brass plug inside the handle. 


Personally, I always prefer a knife balanced right at my index finger, and with all plugs installed, that's where it would be.  Without plugs, the knife will weight 12.8oz (263g) and with all plugs in, it is 13.2oz(374g).  Instead of 1/4" stock, it uses 3/16" (4.78mm) which helps to bring the weight down.

(https://i.imgur.com/6hwRhSL.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/yNOnaZa.jpg)
Nice - I like the brass plug to shift the weight to the owners preference!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 26, 2019, 06:40:07 AM
Shoot!  I forgot to post up the cooked shot.

Here's the best I have:

(https://i.imgur.com/5gihJ5A.jpg)



It was really tasty!  And fairly spicy.    :cheers:


I also spent a little time working on the edge. It's now hair shaving sharp with a slightly improved geometry. Even so, I think I might try to thin it (more acute) a little more.  :tu:
:like: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 26, 2019, 06:40:33 AM
Nice - I like the brass plug to shift the weight to the owners preference!  :tu: :cheers:

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 06:41:20 AM
Shoot!  I forgot to post up the cooked shot.

Here's the best I have:

(https://i.imgur.com/5gihJ5A.jpg)



It was really tasty!  And fairly spicy.    :cheers:


I also spent a little time working on the edge. It's now hair shaving sharp with a slightly improved geometry. Even so, I think I might try to thin it (more acute) a little more.  :tu:
Very nice and  :drool:  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 26, 2019, 10:21:57 AM
Oh yeah, been there done that! Those calls were always my last call of the day! Straight home and into the shower!
Exactly what I did yesterday :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 26, 2019, 10:24:53 AM
Day: 25



It's a challenge! So a chicken is required! The knife gods--and my appetite--must be satisfied!   :viking:



(https://i.imgur.com/Bv521bZ.jpg)




The Landi got used today to cut up a bird. I've done this in every challenge I've undertaken; it is a point of reference for me. In some challenges a little finesse is required, in some a delicate touch. Not so much here.....

The Landi invites big bold cuts. A swipe here, a slash there, and the leg is off. Once wings and legs were separated, the Landi split the breast bone cleanly. This is a powerful knife!

(https://i.imgur.com/m2fWGxT.jpg)



The blade shape requires some technique. To get a clean slice, I had to pull the belly of the knife through the cut. It wasn't enough to simply 'rock' the blade through the cut--the way one might with a chef's knife--a concerted pull or slice had to be made. Nevertheless, I've never had sucj an easy time cutting up a chicken; this knife will cut.

Today's menu will feature chicken inspired by Jamaica's famous Jerked Chicken, ine of the world's great dishes. This requires a spicy marinade featuring thyme, habaneros, garlic, ginger, and onions. The Landi got pressed into prep service here:

(https://i.imgur.com/C9iMmGH.jpg)



The handle is still wet from washing. This task--prepping the aromatics--revealed a slight issue. While the Landi's blade is sharp (I tested it on paper first), the edge is a bit obtuse. It was a bit 'clunky' to use in slicing and chopping. There was not much sense of finesse using it. That was OK; my ingredients all went into a blender to make the marinade. However, I think I'll giove this knife a less obtuse edge. I'll thin it out a bit. The spine is a full 3/16's, so this is a beastly knife, to be sure, but I think a more refined edge will make it a bit more useful overall.

Even though I had a few issues with this knife, I've come to really like it very quickly. It feels natural, it feels strong, it is sharp. Handling it I keep thinking it is a Navy SEAL knife (wronf steel, right concept): it is rugged, it is utilitarian, it is functional, it is strong.

I did end up using a bit of sandpaper to knock off some of the sharp corners of the handle. It feels great now. No sharp corners or obvious hot spots. It has a very positive grip.

I'm digging this one!   :tu:
Was wondering when you would get to the chicken :tu:
Good to hear you like the knife and it sure is a looker :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 26, 2019, 10:26:34 AM
Day 26

BK12 (Doug Ritter MK2)

While many of us might have heard of the BK2 being a robust knife, BK12 is a lesser known cousin of BK2.  According to what I read, during the collaboration between Ethan Becker and Doug Ritter, one of the subject most debated is the balance of the knife--Becker would prefer this knife forward biased, while Ritter would prefer it 'neutral'.  And the end result is a compromise of two, a knife with 'personal balance' where the balance point of the knife can be altered by adding or removing the brass plug inside the handle. 


Personally, I always prefer a knife balanced right at my index finger, and with all plugs installed, that's where it would be.  Without plugs, the knife will weight 12.8oz (263g) and with all plugs in, it is 13.2oz(374g).  Instead of 1/4" stock, it uses 3/16" (4.78mm) which helps to bring the weight down.

(https://i.imgur.com/6hwRhSL.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/yNOnaZa.jpg)
Another cool knife :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 26, 2019, 05:39:49 PM
Day 26:

Had to cut a bellow for the air suspension as it would not come of the bottom part/socket. And managed to break the tip doing it so I filed it down a bit and smoothed it out with some sandpaper and sharpened it and now it's like new :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/fc112cbd79d2f3d00d8747d1482adc50.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/a18a0dd8d5a1e34941c78ef39611fae0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/82d635ecbc001504b5c75c289c69b9d6.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 05:44:07 PM
Day 26:

Had to cut a bellow for the air suspension as it would not come of the bottom part/socket. And managed to break the tip doing it so I filed it down a bit and smoothed it out with some sandpaper and sharpened it and now it's like new :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/fc112cbd79d2f3d00d8747d1482adc50.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/a18a0dd8d5a1e34941c78ef39611fae0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/82d635ecbc001504b5c75c289c69b9d6.jpg)

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Wow....great save!  :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 26, 2019, 05:52:25 PM
Wow....great save!  :tu: :cheers:
Thanks Ray :hatsoff:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 26, 2019, 08:44:43 PM
day 25: shaving time

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48799901867_3f644b1ac0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hmhfEp)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 26, 2019, 09:52:13 PM
Wow....great save!  :tu: :cheers:

Indeed, that's a quick repair, and looks good! :iagree: :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 26, 2019, 09:52:42 PM
day 25: shaving time

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48799901867_3f644b1ac0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hmhfEp)

Shave with a Mora?  :like: :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 26, 2019, 10:17:59 PM
Day 26: My old Explorer and I are going for a walk today!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 26, 2019, 10:29:25 PM
Day 26:

Had to cut a bellow for the air suspension as it would not come of the bottom part/socket. And managed to break the tip doing it so I filed it down a bit and smoothed it out with some sandpaper and sharpened it and now it's like new :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/fc112cbd79d2f3d00d8747d1482adc50.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/a18a0dd8d5a1e34941c78ef39611fae0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/82d635ecbc001504b5c75c289c69b9d6.jpg)

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I can't even tell that it has been repaired. Nicely done.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 26, 2019, 10:41:32 PM
Day 26
I just spent most of the day taking a class at the police station so I wasn't carrying a fixie on me all day, but as soon as I got home I put the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch back on my belt. It really is my most comfortable knife for EDC in its horizontal sheath and the edge is close to perfect for a general utility blade.  I decided I like it even better than the super sturdy, light weight, and super sharp Buck PakLite 140, because, the edge geometry on the Buck is perfect for a skinning knife, but I'll tell you it was awfully hard to eat an apple with it.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 10:52:38 PM
day 25: shaving time

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48799901867_3f644b1ac0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hmhfEp)
Shaving time  :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 10:53:33 PM
Day 26: My old Explorer and I are going for a walk today!
Oh boy, nice  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 26, 2019, 10:54:35 PM
Day 26
I just spent most of the day taking a class at the police station so I wasn't carrying a fixie on me all day, but as soon as I got home I put the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch back on my belt. It really is my most comfortable knife for EDC in its horizontal sheath and the edge is close to perfect for a general utility blade.  I decided I like it even better than the super sturdy, light weight, and super sharp Buck PakLite 140, because, the edge geometry on the Buck is perfect for a skinning knife, but I'll tell you it was awfully hard to eat an apple with it.  :dunno:
Very nice!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 26, 2019, 11:20:54 PM
Day 26

Thought I'd share a photo of my Toolbox knife at work
Over the years it's opened parts, cut belts and hoses, it's been a gasket scraper and taken part in many lunches, and who knows what else
It's a beater knife for sure that was found on one of the Islands in Halifax Harbour, and began its life with me as a boat knife

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 26, 2019, 11:36:11 PM
Day 26:

Had to cut a bellow for the air suspension as it would not come of the bottom part/socket. And managed to break the tip doing it so I filed it down a bit and smoothed it out with some sandpaper and sharpened it and now it's like new :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/fc112cbd79d2f3d00d8747d1482adc50.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/a18a0dd8d5a1e34941c78ef39611fae0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190926/82d635ecbc001504b5c75c289c69b9d6.jpg)

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 :like:
Your work life looks a lot like mine  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 27, 2019, 01:03:16 AM
Day: 26

I carried a Ray Laconico today. Great little knife, rides high in a belt sheath.

Did a little yard work today, Laconico opened a few bags of compost. Snow is coming, and it seemed like a good day to take care of some routine tasks before the snow piles up.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/W7t9UeG.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 02:08:20 AM
Day 26

Thought I'd share a photo of my Toolbox knife at work
Over the years it's opened parts, cut belts and hoses, it's been a gasket scraper and taken part in many lunches, and who knows what else
It's a beater knife for sure that was found on one of the Islands in Halifax Harbour, and began its life with me as a boat knife
Nice usage!  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 02:11:33 AM
Day: 26

I carried a Ray Laconico today. Great little knife, rides high in a belt sheath.

Did a little yard work today, Laconico opened a few bags of compost. Snow is coming, and it seemed like a good day to take care of some routine tasks before the snow piles up.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/W7t9UeG.jpg)
So 3 inches of snow is still scheduled? Nice usage!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 05:06:21 AM
Day 27

Condor Bushlore

When I first got this knife, I was a little underwhelmed.  That was during a phrase when I was actively buying a lot of blades to find the "one", but this knife slowly grow on me.

This knife did teach me quite a few things a long the way--at first the blade used to rust from time to time, and I learned to put a forced patina on it to reduce rusting. 

The leather sheath was so tight I was afraid it would burst at the seam when I put the knife in, and I learned to put on leather conditioning to soften it and put the knife in to stretch it out for use. 

I have a medium sized hand, but somehow the coke bottom handle might be slightly too aggressive for my taste, and there were rough edges to smooth anyway, So I sanded down the sides of the handle, such that the handle circumference difference won't be too dramatic for my hand.  I don't know whether the designer do that on purpose, but I am grateful the handle pins are out of the way, so this mod is feasible.

In many ways, I have time to bond with this knife and am grateful to have gotten it.

(https://i.imgur.com/sPPqMNJ.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 05:08:32 AM
Day 26: My old Explorer and I are going for a walk today!

Nice fighting knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 05:13:08 AM
Day 26
I just spent most of the day taking a class at the police station so I wasn't carrying a fixie on me all day, but as soon as I got home I put the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch back on my belt. It really is my most comfortable knife for EDC in its horizontal sheath and the edge is close to perfect for a general utility blade.  I decided I like it even better than the super sturdy, light weight, and super sharp Buck PakLite 140, because, the edge geometry on the Buck is perfect for a skinning knife, but I'll tell you it was awfully hard to eat an apple with it.  :dunno:

Nothing is as liberating than finding a good knife to suit your needs :tu: (err...and bathroom when you need it).
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 05:14:23 AM
Day 26

Thought I'd share a photo of my Toolbox knife at work
Over the years it's opened parts, cut belts and hoses, it's been a gasket scraper and taken part in many lunches, and who knows what else
It's a beater knife for sure that was found on one of the Islands in Halifax Harbour, and began its life with me as a boat knife



Serendipity at its best! :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 05:22:47 AM
Day: 26

I carried a Ray Laconico today. Great little knife, rides high in a belt sheath.

Did a little yard work today, Laconico opened a few bags of compost. Snow is coming, and it seemed like a good day to take care of some routine tasks before the snow piles up.  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/W7t9UeG.jpg)

Nice one!

Laconico first got on my radar when Massdrop comes out with his folder, I really like his simple yet elegant design.  I don't know whether you get a chance to get one, but this folder is well executed by WE knives(collab with Massdrop), and one beautiful knife to look at and use:

(https://i.imgur.com/clXDdaM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/P5cxBJc.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 27, 2019, 06:43:37 AM
Sorry folks, for being about an hour late posting, found out this evening that my youngest daughter is having a baby...

Explanations out of the way, here's a pocket fixed that I had done some years back.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 08:19:06 AM
Sorry folks, for being about an hour late posting, found out this evening that my youngest daughter is having a baby...

Explanations out of the way, here's a pocket fixed that I had done some years back.

Cool knife, and congrats on being Grandpa again!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 27, 2019, 08:22:37 AM
Shave with a Mora?  :like: :pok:

had to do it
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 27, 2019, 08:24:09 AM
day 26: getting about that time to slice the calories again

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48802279301_002249380c_k.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 08:27:44 AM
had to do it

How did that go though? :pok: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 09:22:21 AM
I can't even tell that it has been repaired. Nicely done.
Thanks! It shows on the finish on the spine, other then that it looks great :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 09:22:59 AM
:like:
Your work life looks a lot like mine  :cheers:
It's great for (ab)using tools :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 27, 2019, 09:27:13 AM
It's great for (ab)using tools :cheers:

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:rofl: :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 02:39:41 PM
Day 27

Condor Bushlore

When I first got this knife, I was a little underwhelmed.  That was during a phrase when I was actively buying a lot of blades to find the "one", but this knife slowly grow on me.

This knife did teach me quite a few things a long the way--at first the blade used to rust from time to time, and I learned to put a forced patina on it to reduce rusting. 

The leather sheath was so tight I was afraid it would burst at the seam when I put the knife in, and I learned to put on leather conditioning to soften it and put the knife in to stretch it out for use. 

I have a medium sized hand, but somehow the coke bottom handle might be slightly too aggressive for my taste, and there were rough edges to smooth anyway, So I sanded down the sides of the handle, such that the handle circumference difference won't be too dramatic for my hand.  I don't know whether the designer do that on purpose, but I am grateful the handle pins are out of the way, so this mod is feasible.

In many ways, I have time to bond with this knife and am grateful to have gotten it.

(https://i.imgur.com/sPPqMNJ.jpg)
That is a nice patina on that blade!  :like:
Sanding down the handle to your hand, was neat to do. I can see it becoming one of your favorites!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 02:41:36 PM
Nice one!

Laconico first got on my radar when Massdrop comes out with his folder, I really like his simple yet elegant design.  I don't know whether you get a chance to get one, but this folder is well executed by WE knives(collab with Massdrop), and one beautiful knife to look at and use:

(https://i.imgur.com/clXDdaM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/P5cxBJc.jpg)
Nice color!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 02:42:12 PM
Sorry folks, for being about an hour late posting, found out this evening that my youngest daughter is having a baby...

Explanations out of the way, here's a pocket fixed that I had done some years back.
Congratulations!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 02:42:57 PM
day 26: getting about that time to slice the calories again

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48802279301_002249380c_k.jpg)
Nice usage!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 27, 2019, 02:47:17 PM
Day 27

Opening a part for the bike

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 02:52:09 PM
Day 27

Opening a part for the bike
Yeay! Nice use  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 27, 2019, 02:55:09 PM
 :facepalm:
Nothing is as liberating than finding a good knife to suit your needs :tu: (err...and bathroom when you need it).
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 27, 2019, 02:57:34 PM
Day 27: I was in the mood to break out the pipe after getting a bunch of things done around the house.  The Explorer and I didn't make it out after all.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 03:01:15 PM
Day 27: I was in the mood to break out the pipe after getting a bunch of things done around the house.  The Explorer and I didn't make it out after all.
A nice relaxing evening then! Always nice!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 27, 2019, 03:10:52 PM
 :cheers: It sure was my friend!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 03:38:01 PM
Day 26

Thought I'd share a photo of my Toolbox knife at work
Over the years it's opened parts, cut belts and hoses, it's been a gasket scraper and taken part in many lunches, and who knows what else
It's a beater knife for sure that was found on one of the Islands in Halifax Harbour, and began its life with me as a boat knife
Got to have a beater at work :tu:
I have several :rofl:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 03:39:46 PM
Day 27

Condor Bushlore

When I first got this knife, I was a little underwhelmed.  That was during a phrase when I was actively buying a lot of blades to find the "one", but this knife slowly grow on me.

This knife did teach me quite a few things a long the way--at first the blade used to rust from time to time, and I learned to put a forced patina on it to reduce rusting. 

The leather sheath was so tight I was afraid it would burst at the seam when I put the knife in, and I learned to put on leather conditioning to soften it and put the knife in to stretch it out for use. 

I have a medium sized hand, but somehow the coke bottom handle might be slightly too aggressive for my taste, and there were rough edges to smooth anyway, So I sanded down the sides of the handle, such that the handle circumference difference won't be too dramatic for my hand.  I don't know whether the designer do that on purpose, but I am grateful the handle pins are out of the way, so this mod is feasible.

In many ways, I have time to bond with this knife and am grateful to have gotten it.

(https://i.imgur.com/sPPqMNJ.jpg)
Looking good :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 03:42:03 PM
Sorry folks, for being about an hour late posting, found out this evening that my youngest daughter is having a baby...

Explanations out of the way, here's a pocket fixed that I had done some years back.
Congrats :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 27, 2019, 04:35:00 PM
Sorry folks, for being about an hour late posting, found out this evening that my youngest daughter is having a baby...

Explanations out of the way, here's a pocket fixed that I had done some years back.


 :woohoo:   :clap:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 27, 2019, 04:36:01 PM
Nice one!

Laconico first got on my radar when Massdrop comes out with his folder, I really like his simple yet elegant design.  I don't know whether you get a chance to get one, but this folder is well executed by WE knives(collab with Massdrop), and one beautiful knife to look at and use:

(https://i.imgur.com/clXDdaM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/P5cxBJc.jpg)


ooooooh.....really nice. I've never handled one, but Ray has a great intuitive sense of design, I think.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 27, 2019, 04:36:55 PM
Day 26

Thought I'd share a photo of my Toolbox knife at work
Over the years it's opened parts, cut belts and hoses, it's been a gasket scraper and taken part in many lunches, and who knows what else
It's a beater knife for sure that was found on one of the Islands in Halifax Harbour, and began its life with me as a boat knife


I love a good knife with a history!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 05:56:30 PM
Day 27:

More parts :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190927/91f1253c6b5cb028e260e85f1356c810.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 27, 2019, 06:55:16 PM
I just love getting mail and my necker's love cutting into the package.
Today we got another paracord bead.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 08:04:23 PM
Day 27:

More parts :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190927/91f1253c6b5cb028e260e85f1356c810.jpg)

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Nice...you doing some solar panel work?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 08:07:05 PM
I just love getting mail and my necker's love cutting into the package.
Today we got another paracord bead.
Not bad...drove by a bead store yesterday. Will be checking it out in the next couple of days.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 27, 2019, 08:30:37 PM
I just love getting mail and my necker's love cutting into the package.
Today we got another paracord bead.
There's another nice one. Can't wait to see what you do with it.

Day 27
Used the Hunt'n Fisch to open a bag of potting soil. I'm transplanting some seedlings into pots so I can plant them in my yard in a few months.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 27, 2019, 08:34:00 PM
There's another nice one. Can't wait to see what you do with it.

Day 27
Used the Hunt'n Fisch to open a bag of potting soil. I'm transplanting some seedlings into pots so I can plant them in my yard in a few months.
Nice usage for sure!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 10:45:40 PM
Nice...you doing some solar panel work?
Sorry to disappoint, it's an inverter for passager lighting in a bus. Those long tube lights, don't know what it's called in english :facepalm:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 27, 2019, 11:00:07 PM

Day: 27


Carried this elegant Okamura today:

(https://i.imgur.com/xoxKN09.jpg)



3.5" cutting edge, D2 steel, hollow-grind. I pick up this one at a knife show in Missoula a few years back. The show was actually being hosted in a motorcycle shop (the reason I was there). Some amazing work at the show. I think Okamura is actually out of Washington state, but he knife was so nice I couldn't hold that against him.  ;)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 27, 2019, 11:43:46 PM
Day: 27


Carried this elegant Okamura today:

(https://i.imgur.com/xoxKN09.jpg)



3.5" cutting edge, D2 steel, hollow-grind. I pick up this one at a knife show in Missoula a few years back. The show was actually being hosted in a motorcycle shop (the reason I was there). Some amazing work at the show. I think Okamura is actually out of Washington state, but he knife was so nice I couldn't hold that against him.  ;)
Very nice indeed! :like:
What kind of wood is the handle?

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 28, 2019, 12:54:56 AM
Very nice indeed! :like:
What kind of wood is the handle?

I'm not sure about the wood.....seems like hard Maple. Whatever it is, it is beautiful.  ;)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 01:23:10 AM
Sorry to disappoint, it's an inverter for passager lighting in a bus. Those long tube lights, don't know what it's called in english :facepalm:

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Awww...ok.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 01:24:26 AM
Day: 27


Carried this elegant Okamura today:

(https://i.imgur.com/xoxKN09.jpg)



3.5" cutting edge, D2 steel, hollow-grind. I pick up this one at a knife show in Missoula a few years back. The show was actually being hosted in a motorcycle shop (the reason I was there). Some amazing work at the show. I think Okamura is actually out of Washington state, but he knife was so nice I couldn't hold that against him.  ;)
:rofl: :rofl:
That is a very nice knife!  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 01:36:57 AM
 :iagree: :woohoo: :woohoo: :ahhh :ahhh

 :woohoo:   :clap:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 01:37:55 AM
 :like: Very nice buddy!!
Day: 27


Carried this elegant Okamura today:

(https://i.imgur.com/xoxKN09.jpg)



3.5" cutting edge, D2 steel, hollow-grind. I pick up this one at a knife show in Missoula a few years back. The show was actually being hosted in a motorcycle shop (the reason I was there). Some amazing work at the show. I think Okamura is actually out of Washington state, but he knife was so nice I couldn't hold that against him.  ;)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 28, 2019, 02:34:38 AM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 28, 2019, 02:47:33 AM
Nice Okamura, Nix.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 28, 2019, 03:33:14 AM
Day28

Bark River Bravo1 LT

Got this knife just when 3V was gaining popularity for fixed blade couple years ago, and finally a thinner stock of Bravo 1 is offered in this LT format which suited me better.  Overall it's a nice knife, came highly polished(I think they wheel puffed everything including the handle), the balance of knife is somewhere between the index and middle finger, it is acceptable but I do wish they would have skeletonized the handle or give the blade an extra 1/4 in to balance it out.  Extremely aggresive jimping which is a little annoying when doing a chest cut.

The sheath quality is good, but slightly annoying to fiddle the strap out of the way everytime when you put the knife back into the sheath.  I put on ample amount of Obenauf's to soften the leather, so it may appear a little darker than it's normal state, but usually the leather return to its original color after 1 week of time.

(https://i.imgur.com/tQswI0d.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/O5LSGUQ.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 05:11:24 AM
That's a good looking knife Comis!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 05:11:44 AM
Day28

Bark River Bravo1 LT

Got this knife just when 3V was gaining popularity for fixed blade couple years ago, and finally a thinner stock of Bravo 1 is offered in this LT format which suited me better.  Overall it's a nice knife, came highly polished(I think they wheel puffed everything including the handle), the balance of knife is somewhere between the index and middle finger, it is acceptable but I do wish they would have skeletonized the handle or give the blade an extra 1/4 in to balance it out.  Extremely aggresive jimping which is a little annoying when doing a chest cut.

The sheath quality is good, but slightly annoying to fiddle the strap out of the way everytime when you put the knife back into the sheath.  I put on ample amount of Obenauf's to soften the leather, so it may appear a little darker than it's normal state, but usually the leather return to its original color after 1 week of time.

(https://i.imgur.com/tQswI0d.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/O5LSGUQ.jpg)
Thats a nice set up! Did it come with the rod for fire starting or you have to provide one?  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 28, 2019, 07:16:21 AM
That's a good looking knife Comis!

Thank you!  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 28, 2019, 07:21:42 AM
Thats a nice set up! Did it come with the rod for fire starting or you have to provide one?  :like: :cheers:

I think Bark River does have the option for people to purchase the ferro rod from them, so it could match the handle. 

But the moisture from the sheath leather might corrode the ferro rod if kept in the loop for too long, unless you check on them frequently(which could be a chore if you have multiple knife sheaths with ferro rods), so I decide to carry a rod of my own instead of buying them from Bark River/knife makers.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 28, 2019, 08:21:46 AM
I'm not sure about the wood.....seems like hard Maple. Whatever it is, it is beautiful.  ;)
Gorgeous knife :drool:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 28, 2019, 08:23:22 AM
Day28

Bark River Bravo1 LT

Got this knife just when 3V was gaining popularity for fixed blade couple years ago, and finally a thinner stock of Bravo 1 is offered in this LT format which suited me better.  Overall it's a nice knife, came highly polished(I think they wheel puffed everything including the handle), the balance of knife is somewhere between the index and middle finger, it is acceptable but I do wish they would have skeletonized the handle or give the blade an extra 1/4 in to balance it out.  Extremely aggresive jimping which is a little annoying when doing a chest cut.

The sheath quality is good, but slightly annoying to fiddle the strap out of the way everytime when you put the knife back into the sheath.  I put on ample amount of Obenauf's to soften the leather, so it may appear a little darker than it's normal state, but usually the leather return to its original color after 1 week of time.

(https://i.imgur.com/tQswI0d.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/O5LSGUQ.jpg)
Nice :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 28, 2019, 11:16:20 AM
How did that go though? :pok: :D

Without any issues. Not the first time so it was all good
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 28, 2019, 11:19:21 AM
Day 27: how many y of y'all use knives for harvesting

https://flic.kr/p/2hmX93H

Please note that this pic was taken yesterday as I'll have maybe 10 minutes free today just to post
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 28, 2019, 01:23:51 PM
I am so jealous of all the great knives I've seen in this thread. Most are way out of my price range so I won't get one for myself but I appreciate getting to see them being used by my friends here on MTO. :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 03:27:25 PM
Day 28: Packing more household goods for newly promoted Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Rowland!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 28, 2019, 04:18:40 PM
He's really moving up quickly now. Send him congratulations from me and tell him to get back to posting more rigging knife pictures when he can.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 04:40:30 PM
Day 28: Packing more household goods for newly promoted Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Rowland!
Congratulations  :salute:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 04:44:01 PM
Thanks Ray!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 28, 2019, 04:58:54 PM
I am so jealous of all the great knives I've seen in this thread. Most are way out of my price range so I won't get one for myself but I appreciate getting to see them being used by my friends here on MTO. :cheers:
I know the feeling. Good thing we have so many nice pics here :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 28, 2019, 04:59:41 PM
Day 28: Packing more household goods for newly promoted Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Rowland!
Congrats to Noah :salute:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 28, 2019, 05:02:12 PM
Day 28:

Quick pic only today as we just came back from the vet.
Fenris has stomach problems so we left him there to do some bloodtests and get some iv nutrition and fluids.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190928/009f1c6364210963051b342cc3de222d.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 05:04:06 PM
Day 28:

Quick pic only today as we just came back from the vet.
Fenris has stomach problems so we left him there to do some bloodtests and get some iv nutrition and fluids.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190928/009f1c6364210963051b342cc3de222d.jpg)

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Nice  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 05:05:45 PM
Thanks RF! :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 28, 2019, 05:13:10 PM
Day 28: Packing more household goods for newly promoted Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Rowland!

 :woohoo:  That's great!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 28, 2019, 05:17:06 PM

Day: 28


The snow has arrived slightly ahead of schedule. I don't know how much use a knife will see today, but I've got one on my belt: a used and abused Fiddleback (I'm not sure of the model name):

(https://i.imgur.com/qhlvOtk.jpg)


Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 28, 2019, 05:19:29 PM
Day 27: how many y of y'all use knives for harvesting

https://flic.kr/p/2hmX93H (https://flic.kr/p/2hmX93H)

Please note that this pic was taken yesterday as I'll have maybe 10 minutes free today just to post

I wish, looks good! :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 28, 2019, 05:35:37 PM
Day 28: Packing more household goods for newly promoted Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Rowland!

Congrats to your family, must make you proud! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 28, 2019, 05:36:51 PM
Day 28: Packing more household goods for newly promoted Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Rowland!

Congrats Noah   :salute:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 28, 2019, 05:38:02 PM
Day: 28


The snow has arrived slightly ahead of schedule. I don't know how much use a knife will see today, but I've got one on my belt: a used and abused Fiddleback (I'm not sure of the model name):

(https://i.imgur.com/qhlvOtk.jpg)




Cool pix!(pun intended)

That's a well loved knife, make it all that special!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 28, 2019, 05:39:55 PM
Day 28

A beautiful early Fall Day

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 28, 2019, 05:43:23 PM
Day 28

A beautiful early Fall Day



Looks like a great day out!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 28, 2019, 05:45:37 PM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 28, 2019, 06:29:33 PM
Day 28

A beautiful early Fall Day
Not here, it's HOT.  About 95F.  My neck is sweating and I hate when my neck is sweating.  It must still be summer. :think:
I wish I had just some of Nix's snow so I could take off my shirt and roll around in it.

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 28, 2019, 06:36:27 PM
Day 28 I had a few minutes before it got too hot out, this morning, to continue the transplanting I started yesterday.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 06:43:57 PM
Thanks everyone!  He's a good guy, and we're very proud of him. 

Jack, I can feel the chill from that snow :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 28, 2019, 07:03:10 PM
Some great pics.

Jack you can keep the snow, I’d be happy if I didn’t see any this year.

 Congrats to Noah.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2019, 07:04:30 PM
Thanks Sherry!  He's actually stationed not far from you.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 28, 2019, 08:32:41 PM
Tell you what, guys, it does feel chilly today!   :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Sos24 on September 28, 2019, 08:46:54 PM
Thanks Sherry!  He's actually stationed not far from you.
Not surprising.  Navy or Coastie?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 09:09:32 PM
Day: 28


The snow has arrived slightly ahead of schedule. I don't know how much use a knife will see today, but I've got one on my belt: a used and abused Fiddleback (I'm not sure of the model name):

(https://i.imgur.com/qhlvOtk.jpg)
Did you get the 3 inches they were expecting?
Thats a nice looking knife!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 09:11:17 PM
Day 28

A beautiful early Fall Day
:rofl:
Apples and Oranges! Thats good!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 28, 2019, 09:12:55 PM
Day 28 I had a few minutes before it got too hot out, this morning, to continue the transplanting I started yesterday.
Nice to get that project done, especially it that hot weather.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 28, 2019, 11:16:48 PM
For the folks enjoying a cool early fall day, I'm exceedingly jealous.  It's 93 degrees here right now.

Still, I'm out on the porch enjoying a cup of coffee.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: LoopCutter on September 28, 2019, 11:36:24 PM
Day 28: Packing more household goods for newly promoted Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Rowland!
Catching up with this challenge, and I must say good job DAD!!!  You should be proud.  You and mother did good raising a find young man. 


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 29, 2019, 12:52:22 AM
For the folks enjoying a cool early fall day, I'm exceedingly jealous.  It's 93 degrees here right now.

Still, I'm out on the porch enjoying a cup of coffee.
I like that one!  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 29, 2019, 01:56:17 AM
Coastie. 
Not surprising.  Navy or Coastie?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 29, 2019, 04:14:12 AM
Day 29

FES Rostfrei Marco Polo Survival Knife

This made in Germany knife is gifted by a family member long, long time ago, and that's where I got started.  It was during the height of Rambo hollow handle survival knife era, so the spine of the 5.5in blade has fake saw tooth/large jimping on top of it.  The actual cutting edge is 4in but a strange bottle opener is included behind the edge.  The handle has a catchy logo on it like an advertisement, and given the light weight, I would imagine it might has a very narrow rat tail tang inside of it.

The sheath is actually well thought out with a removable compass embedded, Morse code listed on one side and a whistle on the other side of the sheath. Resting inside the sheath is a 'survival box' with magnifying glass, where it hosts some survival items--sharpening stone, wire saw, matches, scapel, band aid and an info sheet for signalling.

It didn't matter whether it was a 'reliable' survival tool or just a novelty knife, but what's important was I've used this knife on many camping trips and outings, and has a lot of good memories with it.

(https://i.imgur.com/otSQ4Nw.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/P8Qec6x.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/3xZnCsV.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 29, 2019, 05:24:47 AM
Day 29

FES Rostfrei Marco Polo Survival Knife

This made in Germany knife is gifted by a family member long, long time ago, and that's where I got started.  It was during the height of Rambo hollow handle survival knife era, so the spine of the 5.5in blade has fake saw tooth/large jimping on top of it.  The actual cutting edge is 4in but a strange bottle opener is included behind the edge.  The handle has a catchy logo on it like an advertisement, and given the light weight, I would imagine it might has a very narrow rat tail tang inside of it.

The sheath is actually well thought out with a removable compass embedded, Morse code listed on one side and a whistle on the other side of the sheath. Resting inside the sheath is a 'survival box' with magnifying glass, where it hosts some survival items--sharpening stone, wire saw, matches, scapel, band aid and an info sheet for signalling.

It didn't matter whether it was a 'reliable' survival tool or just a novelty knife, but what's important was I've used this knife on many camping trips and outings, and has a lot of good memories with it.

(https://i.imgur.com/otSQ4Nw.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/P8Qec6x.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/3xZnCsV.jpg)

Neat setup there.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 29, 2019, 05:27:26 AM
Neat setup there.

 :hatsoff: Thank you!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 29, 2019, 08:17:15 AM
Day 29

FES Rostfrei Marco Polo Survival Knife

This made in Germany knife is gifted by a family member long, long time ago, and that's where I got started.  It was during the height of Rambo hollow handle survival knife era, so the spine of the 5.5in blade has fake saw tooth/large jimping on top of it.  The actual cutting edge is 4in but a strange bottle opener is included behind the edge.  The handle has a catchy logo on it like an advertisement, and given the light weight, I would imagine it might has a very narrow rat tail tang inside of it.

The sheath is actually well thought out with a removable compass embedded, Morse code listed on one side and a whistle on the other side of the sheath. Resting inside the sheath is a 'survival box' with magnifying glass, where it hosts some survival items--sharpening stone, wire saw, matches, scapel, band aid and an info sheet for signalling.

It didn't matter whether it was a 'reliable' survival tool or just a novelty knife, but what's important was I've used this knife on many camping trips and outings, and has a lot of good memories with it.

(https://i.imgur.com/otSQ4Nw.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/P8Qec6x.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/3xZnCsV.jpg)
I all ways like the one that started it all.
 :tu:


Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 29, 2019, 02:38:16 PM
day 28: getting ready for the next weekend and some Borderlands fun

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48813930326_1663bbe402_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hnw9Qo)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 29, 2019, 03:09:44 PM
Day 29:

Lazy day, just opening some candy :tu:

The dog is doing fine after spending the night at the vet, hoping he stays that way now.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190929/c72d712e95f2f285edb1d80fcb97e968.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 29, 2019, 04:01:56 PM
Day 29: Used the Puuko to cut some vent holes and duct tape for the portable lint trap I made from a design off of YouTube.  I needed the Explorer for the Philips head screws used in it's fabrication.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 29, 2019, 04:24:51 PM
Day 29: Used the Puuko to cut some vent holes and duct tape for the portable lint trap I made from a design off of YouTube.  I needed the Explorer for the Philips head screws used in it's fabrication.
Well that’s interesting!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 29, 2019, 05:44:36 PM
Thanks Ray!  It's definitely unique, but it works :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 29, 2019, 05:58:13 PM
Day  29

Had the Granddaughters over for lunch, anything they wanted, and they chose Hotdogs

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 29, 2019, 06:27:39 PM
Day  29

Had the Granddaughters over for lunch, anything they wanted, and they chose Hotdogs
Oh yeah, something fast and simple! That works for me.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 29, 2019, 07:36:32 PM
Day  29

Had the Granddaughters over for lunch, anything they wanted, and they chose Hotdogs
Of course they did. I never understood the science behind it, but apparently it is quite possible (and common) for one to grow up healthy and strong despite eating nothing but mac and cheese and hot dogs for the first 10 years of one's life.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 29, 2019, 08:22:05 PM
 :rofl:
I have to admit though I'm a sucker for a Hotdog cart Hotdog and a bottle of Coke on the sidewalk  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 29, 2019, 09:57:35 PM
I once ate gum off the sidewalk when I was 2 or 3. :facepalm: A hot dog and a coke sounds much better.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 29, 2019, 10:14:15 PM
Day 29
I've established in my mind that the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch is a fantastic EDC knife, although, it's intended purpose is for skinning small game. I wondered, however if it could do more.  For example, could it be relied on as a survival knife? I decided to find out by using it to open a coconut.  First I cut around the top and then cut the husk into sections and used the Hunt'n Fisch for a bit of prying to get the husk away from the nut.  Once exposed I used the Hunt'n Fisch to bore into one of the eye holes and I drank the coconut water.  Ahh, refreshing. Then I bashed the nut with a rock to break it open and used the knife again to pry out my reward, the delicious coconut meat. This knife passed the test and it is still sharp, too!
  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 29, 2019, 10:28:43 PM
Of course they did. I never understood the science behind it, but apparently it is quite possible (and common) for one to grow up healthy and strong despite eating nothing but mac and cheese and hot dogs for the first 10 years of one's life.


 :rofl:

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 29, 2019, 10:31:05 PM
Day: 29

We got about 4", maybe a bit more, of snow. Still some light snow coming down. Spent the day shoveling, making cornbread, and working on an axe handle. No uses for this knife, made by a local maker, so far.....

(https://i.imgur.com/S4v6t1X.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: LoopCutter on September 29, 2019, 11:10:06 PM
Day: 29

We got about 4", maybe a bit more, of snow. Still some light snow coming down.
No wonder your Hummers left so early, they knew!


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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 29, 2019, 11:31:44 PM
Day: 29

We got about 4", maybe a bit more, of snow. Still some light snow coming down. Spent the day shoveling, making cornbread, and working on an axe handle. No uses for this knife, made by a local maker, so far.....

(https://i.imgur.com/S4v6t1X.jpg)

Sounds like the same system hitting Alberta and BC, over a meter fell in places  :ahhh
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on September 30, 2019, 12:21:55 AM
Relaxing with a big shot of aged shine from the Elevated Mountain Distillary, in Maggie Valley, NC.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 30, 2019, 01:23:45 AM
Be careful with that shine. That stuff will sneak up on you.  I like that MTech.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 30, 2019, 01:57:47 AM
Sounds like the same system hitting Alberta and BC, over a meter fell in places  :ahhh


I think so. There are reports of a meter or more up in the mountains.

Still snowing here......
 
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 04:08:02 AM
Of course they did. I never understood the science behind it, but apparently it is quite possible (and common) for one to grow up healthy and strong despite eating nothing but mac and cheese and hot dogs for the first 10 years of one's life.

I once ate gum off the sidewalk when I was 2 or 3. :facepalm: A hot dog and a coke sounds much better.


 :rofl:  That's movie material!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 04:09:23 AM
Day 29
I've established in my mind that the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch is a fantastic EDC knife, although, it's intended purpose is for skinning small game. I wondered, however if it could do more.  For example, could it be relied on as a survival knife? I decided to find out by using it to open a coconut.  First I cut around the top and then cut the husk into sections and used the Hunt'n Fisch for a bit of prying to get the husk away from the nut.  Once exposed I used the Hunt'n Fisch to bore into one of the eye holes and I drank the coconut water.  Ahh, refreshing. Then I bashed the nut with a rock to break it open and used the knife again to pry out my reward, the delicious coconut meat. This knife passed the test and it is still sharp, too!
  :cheers:

Great use!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 04:10:35 AM
Day: 29

We got about 4", maybe a bit more, of snow. Still some light snow coming down. Spent the day shoveling, making cornbread, and working on an axe handle. No uses for this knife, made by a local maker, so far.....

(https://i.imgur.com/S4v6t1X.jpg)

Interesting looking knife, almost like a pairing knife.  And look at that snow!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 04:11:19 AM
Relaxing with a big shot of aged shine from the Elevated Mountain Distillary, in Maggie Valley, NC.

Great looking knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 04:12:54 AM
Sounds like the same system hitting Alberta and BC, over a meter fell in places  :ahhh


I think so. There are reports of a meter or more up in the mountains.

Still snowing here......
 

Guys, won't you have a feeling this might be a cold winter? :pok:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 04:44:37 AM
:rofl:
I have to admit though I'm a sucker for a Hotdog cart Hotdog and a bottle of Coke on the sidewalk  :drool:
:facepalm:
When the family was going from one base to the next, he would always take two weeks and we would go to NYC, as soon as he saw a hot dog vendor at the coroner he would stop and get one! I prefer the pizza myself  :whistle:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 04:45:58 AM
Day 29
I've established in my mind that the CRKT Hunt'n Fisch is a fantastic EDC knife, although, it's intended purpose is for skinning small game. I wondered, however if it could do more.  For example, could it be relied on as a survival knife? I decided to find out by using it to open a coconut.  First I cut around the top and then cut the husk into sections and used the Hunt'n Fisch for a bit of prying to get the husk away from the nut.  Once exposed I used the Hunt'n Fisch to bore into one of the eye holes and I drank the coconut water.  Ahh, refreshing. Then I bashed the nut with a rock to break it open and used the knife again to pry out my reward, the delicious coconut meat. This knife passed the test and it is still sharp, too!
  :cheers:
Oh boy, that brings back some memories!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 04:46:55 AM
Day: 29

We got about 4", maybe a bit more, of snow. Still some light snow coming down. Spent the day shoveling, making cornbread, and working on an axe handle. No uses for this knife, made by a local maker, so far.....

(https://i.imgur.com/S4v6t1X.jpg)
Nice  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 04:49:28 AM
Relaxing with a big shot of aged shine from the Elevated Mountain Distillary, in Maggie Valley, NC.
Nice look knife!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 06:12:24 AM
Day 30

Becker Kephart BK62

This challenge went by much quicker than I thought, and am happy to have this chance to participate it with everyone. :cheers:

I posted different knives thru out the challenge, but found myself can't help but keep going back to this new all time favorite of mine.  The perfect balance has made this large-mid size knife very easy to use and light in the hand; the simple yet proven design is, as someone puts it, "everything you need, and nothing you don't".  This modern version has screw and bolts which make it easy to clean and maintain, and tapering at tang and top of spine are all accurately resembling the original knife.

The only difference is the original has 'double convex', where 2/3 is convex down to the edge, and 1/3 convex up to spine to save weight and reduce drag during use.  But as Becker puts it, it's not possible to make with modern machinery(or possibly to costly to mass produce).  If someone comes out with a custom to resemble that, while keeping all the perfect balance and features, that'd be something to see/use.

Anyway, can't say enough about how much I love this knife, and just went ahead put on a forced patina to personalize it for myself.  I'm already planning to order a new one for keep sake...

(https://i.imgur.com/Ylv19RC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/uAtegD3.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 30, 2019, 08:13:13 AM
Comis, that's beautiful!
For Day 30, the Puuko and I are back on night watch, enjoying a dinner packed by Mrs Rowland!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 30, 2019, 08:15:08 AM
Great Challenge everyone!  I marvel at the variety of fixed blades out there, and the collective uses by everyone.  Thanks for a great time, and  :cheers: to Nix for another great 30 days!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 30, 2019, 08:19:58 AM
Rotating shifts are the worst. You never seem to get enough sleep. At least you have a warm meal and a nice knife to make it a little better.  Stay safe.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 30, 2019, 08:32:35 AM
They sure are Alan.  Thanks my friend! :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 08:42:08 AM
Comis, that's beautiful!
For Day 30, the Puuko and I are back on night watch, enjoying a dinner packed by Mrs Rowland!

Thank you!

Nice knife and warm meal by loved one, that's gonna make the night that much better!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 08:44:00 AM
Another big  :cheers:  to Jack, this has indeed been an awesome challenge, filled with many good uses and ideas!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 30, 2019, 08:46:31 AM
It sure does my friend! 
Thank you!

Nice knife and warm meal by loved one, that's gonna make the night that much better!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 30, 2019, 10:03:14 AM
Relaxing with a big shot of aged shine from the Elevated Mountain Distillary, in Maggie Valley, NC.
Nice pic :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 30, 2019, 10:09:04 AM
Day 30

Becker Kephart BK62

This challenge went by much quicker than I thought, and am happy to have this chance to participate it with everyone. :cheers:

I posted different knives thru out the challenge, but found myself can't help but keep going back to this new all time favorite of mine.  The perfect balance has made this large-mid size knife very easy to use and light in the hand; the simple yet proven design is, as someone puts it, "everything you need, and nothing you don't".  This modern version has screw and bolts which make it easy to clean and maintain, and tapering at tang and top of spine are all accurately resembling the original knife.

The only difference is the original has 'double convex', where 2/3 is convex down to the edge, and 1/3 convex up to spine to save weight and reduce drag during use.  But as Becker puts it, it's not possible to make with modern machinery(or possibly to costly to mass produce).  If someone comes out with a custom to resemble that, while keeping all the perfect balance and features, that'd be something to see/use.

Anyway, can't say enough about how much I love this knife, and just went ahead put on a forced patina to personalize it for myself.  I'm already planning to order a new one for keep sake...

(https://i.imgur.com/Ylv19RC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/uAtegD3.jpg)
Great knife and awesome looking patina :hatsoff:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 30, 2019, 10:11:30 AM
Day 30:

Staying home with the dog to make sure he is feeling good and not getting sick again.
Used the Balder to cut some reindeer salami for breakfast and a work in progress just for fun :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190930/9a4e8e108989e49b95afb1d11ef1340f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190930/59bb9b67a5190987b5f02d9f8eae13f6.jpg)

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 02:19:23 PM
Day 30:

Staying home with the dog to make sure he is feeling good and not getting sick again.
Used the Balder to cut some reindeer salami for breakfast and a work in progress just for fun :tu: (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190930/9a4e8e108989e49b95afb1d11ef1340f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190930/59bb9b67a5190987b5f02d9f8eae13f6.jpg)

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Wow, those reindeer salami looks exotic!   And what blade is that for the build?  Looking good! :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 02:32:49 PM
Day 30

Becker Kephart BK62

This challenge went by much quicker than I thought, and am happy to have this chance to participate it with everyone. :cheers:

I posted different knives thru out the challenge, but found myself can't help but keep going back to this new all time favorite of mine.  The perfect balance has made this large-mid size knife very easy to use and light in the hand; the simple yet proven design is, as someone puts it, "everything you need, and nothing you don't".  This modern version has screw and bolts which make it easy to clean and maintain, and tapering at tang and top of spine are all accurately resembling the original knife.

The only difference is the original has 'double convex', where 2/3 is convex down to the edge, and 1/3 convex up to spine to save weight and reduce drag during use.  But as Becker puts it, it's not possible to make with modern machinery(or possibly to costly to mass produce).  If someone comes out with a custom to resemble that, while keeping all the perfect balance and features, that'd be something to see/use.

Anyway, can't say enough about how much I love this knife, and just went ahead put on a forced patina to personalize it for myself.  I'm already planning to order a new one for keep sake...

(https://i.imgur.com/Ylv19RC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/uAtegD3.jpg)
Well that forced patina came out really great!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 02:35:17 PM
Comis, that's beautiful!
For Day 30, the Puuko and I are back on night watch, enjoying a dinner packed by Mrs Rowland!
That is a very nice knife for sure!  I have enjoyed yours photos and adventures with it. :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 30, 2019, 02:36:47 PM
Wow, those reindeer salami looks exotic!   And what blade is that for the build?  Looking good! :tu:
Only place I know you can get some is Norway, so probably exotic for some parts of the world and annoying when living in Sweden :rofl:
It's just a blade from a cheap mora style knife I took apart the handle of, I want the practice for handle making so a cheap blade and just plain birch wood for the handle :tu:
I'll post a pic when it's finished, but probably wont make a sheath for it.

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 02:37:38 PM
Day 30:

Staying home with the dog to make sure he is feeling good and not getting sick again.
Used the Balder to cut some reindeer salami for breakfast and a work in progress just for fun :tu:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190930/9a4e8e108989e49b95afb1d11ef1340f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190930/59bb9b67a5190987b5f02d9f8eae13f6.jpg)

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Looks great and tasty!  :drool:
Oh cool - a new build!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 02:41:51 PM
Well that forced patina came out really great!  :like: :cheers:

Thank you! :cheers:   I really do enjoy making it, though Forced Patina is an acquired taste, some people like it, but some are against it. :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 02:42:41 PM
Only place I know you can get some is Norway, so probably exotic for some parts of the world and annoying when living in Sweden :rofl:
It's just a blade from a cheap mora style knife I took apart the handle of, I want the practice for handle making so a cheap blade and just plain birch wood for the handle :tu:
I'll post a pic when it's finished, but probably wont make a sheath for it.

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Please do!  This should be fun! :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 30, 2019, 02:53:23 PM
Looks great and tasty!  :drool:
Oh cool - a new build!  :cheers:
It was very tasty, too bad it was my last piece.
Got to do something in my spare time :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 02:54:49 PM
Looking forward to seeing it!  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on September 30, 2019, 05:03:12 PM
Day 30 As Jim Morrison once said, "This is the end."
For my last picture of this challenge here is my CRKT "Hunt'n Fisch" (designed by Larry Fischer) with my morning coffee.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 05:11:27 PM
Day 30 As Jim Morrison once said, "This is the end."
For my last picture of this challenge here is my CRKT "Hunt'n Fisch" (designed by Larry Fischer) with my morning coffee.

Love the quote, congrats on the finish! :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 30, 2019, 05:22:26 PM
Day 30

Finishing up on the cutting board

Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on September 30, 2019, 06:00:24 PM
Day 30

Finishing up on the cutting board
Looks like you are gonna cook something tasty :like:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 07:29:40 PM
 :iagree:  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on September 30, 2019, 07:40:01 PM
Day 30

Finishing up on the cutting board



This calls for a bonus pix, so what's for dinner?  Pizza? :oops: :D


Congrats on finishing!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on September 30, 2019, 09:36:39 PM
day 29: got some rosehip

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48822210683_8328fcfb6f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hofAia)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on September 30, 2019, 11:27:17 PM
As requested  :cheers:

A Day 30 bonus pic

The earlier prep was for a beef stir-fry with Spring Rolls



Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 11:32:27 PM
As requested  :cheers:

A Day 30 bonus pic

The earlier prep was for a beef stir-fry with Spring Rolls
Oh boy, nice!  :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on September 30, 2019, 11:34:13 PM
As requested  :cheers:

A Day 30 bonus pic

The earlier prep was for a beef stir-fry with Spring Rolls


Yum!   :drool:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on September 30, 2019, 11:34:40 PM
day 29: got some rosehip

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48822210683_8328fcfb6f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hofAia)
Nice  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on October 01, 2019, 01:17:16 AM
Day: 30

My first day 30 post didn't upload.....grrrrrr....

Used a Wissahickon as a utility EDC today. Here sharpening a pencil as I worked on the handle for my challenge axe in the October madness.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/BYom4p7.jpg)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on October 01, 2019, 02:28:12 AM
We were hoping that a certain package would arrive today for the final pic.  Sat in Charlotte ever since Friday and didn't make it to the local post office until this afternoon.

Perhaps it'll show tomorrow, but I've had them redirected to Atlanta before.

IDK.
¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on October 01, 2019, 02:34:41 AM
As requested  :cheers:

A Day 30 bonus pic

The earlier prep was for a beef stir-fry with Spring Rolls






 :cheers: Looks awesome, and sizzling hot too!


I just noticed I posted the wrong emoji in last reply, instead of  :gimme: , I posted  :oops: .   :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on October 01, 2019, 02:37:28 AM
day 29: got some rosehip

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48822210683_8328fcfb6f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hofAia)

Cool, does this put a patina on the blade? :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on October 01, 2019, 02:38:36 AM
Day: 30

My first day 30 post didn't upload.....grrrrrr....

Used a Wissahickon as a utility EDC today. Here sharpening a pencil as I worked on the handle for my challenge axe in the October madness.   :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/BYom4p7.jpg)

Congrats on the finish!  And a great transitioning post too!  See you in Choptober! :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on October 01, 2019, 02:39:56 AM
We were hoping that a certain package would arrive today for the final pic.  Sat in Charlotte ever since Friday and didn't make it to the local post office until this afternoon.

Perhaps it'll show tomorrow, but I've had them redirected to Atlanta before.

IDK.
¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Congratulation on finishing! :cheers:   Please do post what's about to arrive! :popcorn:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 01, 2019, 04:41:11 PM
Great pics everyone!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Obi1shinobee on October 01, 2019, 05:35:27 PM
I get Grant Roll for GaW item   :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: styx on October 01, 2019, 06:13:31 PM
day 30: end of one and beginning of the next one

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48825049326_76e1d7d119_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hov98h)
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on October 01, 2019, 06:17:14 PM
day 30: end of one and beginning of the next one

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48825049326_76e1d7d119_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hov98h)
Nice and see you on the other side!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on October 01, 2019, 06:18:01 PM
We were hoping that a certain package would arrive today for the final pic.  Sat in Charlotte ever since Friday and didn't make it to the local post office until this afternoon.

Perhaps it'll show tomorrow, but I've had them redirected to Atlanta before.

IDK.
¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Nice  :like:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on October 01, 2019, 07:19:42 PM
Congratulation on finishing! :cheers:   Please do post what's about to arrive! :popcorn:

Now that it's October, I can feel like Charlie Brown, on Halloween...

I got a rock.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: comis on October 01, 2019, 07:44:47 PM
Now that it's October, I can feel like Charlie Brown, on Halloween...

I got a rock.

 :rofl:  That's cool!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on October 01, 2019, 08:51:59 PM
Now that it's October, I can feel like Charlie Brown, on Halloween...

I got a rock.
That’s funny...the studio was swamped with candy after that aired.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Alan K. on October 02, 2019, 12:06:26 AM
Congratulations to everyone who completed the challenge. :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: SteveC on October 02, 2019, 12:25:38 AM
Well done fellas !   :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on October 02, 2019, 01:10:52 AM
Congratulations to everyone who completed the challenge. :hatsoff:

 :iagree:   :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: PitCarver on October 02, 2019, 02:09:41 AM
Thanks folks  this was a fun challenge.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 02, 2019, 03:29:42 AM
 :iagree: It made me really appreciate how useful a fixie can be!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on October 02, 2019, 04:16:49 AM
:iagree: It made me really appreciate how useful a fixie can be!
:iagree: which is why I always have one on me. Mostly the Minimalist now a days!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on October 02, 2019, 07:47:30 AM
Thanks for an fun and interesting challenge guys :hatsoff:
Really enjoyed seeing your choices and collections :cheers:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Greg Jones on October 02, 2019, 12:01:00 PM
Congrats everyone for finishing  :tu:
It was a fun challenge, I had never carried only a fixed blade for that long before   :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on October 02, 2019, 02:04:43 PM
Congrats everyone for finishing  :tu:
It was a fun challenge, I had never carried only a fixed blade for that long before   :cheers:
:tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: RF52 on October 02, 2019, 05:55:57 PM
I still carry my fixed blade from the last challenge every day at work :cheers:
It's just so handy :tu:

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on October 02, 2019, 06:23:27 PM
I still carry my fixed blade from the last challenge every day at work :cheers:
It's just so handy :tu:

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They are very handy and to not have to open it up is just great!
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: FInixNOver on February 01, 2020, 06:59:35 PM
Does anyone have a month set, for this years's fixie challenge, yet?
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: JBW1 on February 01, 2020, 07:12:44 PM
I’m hopefully going to have scales and a sheath made by the time this gets started!! I have a Cam. Western. It’s not the best, but it is actually a pretty good blade. I like the size, shape and spine. I hated the rubber scales and junk sheath. It’s a perfect candidate for my first scale project and leather sheath. I do a bit of leather work, but nothing too in depth. I’m excited to get started. I was able to cut off a piece of Oak 2x12 that was left over from a replacement trailer deck. It’s supposed to be a better quality board to stand up to the abuse of heavy equipment being loaded and transported.
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2020, 07:24:22 PM
Excellent.  :tu:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2020, 07:27:51 PM
Does anyone have a month set, for this years's fixie challenge, yet?

This year, we've got the Nessmuck challenge running in September.  That challenge will feature a fixie, a folder, and an axe/machete.  If you wanted to focus on just a fixie (and go for the 30 Fixed badge), you'd be quite welcome to join in the Nessmuck challenge. 

Otherwise, you could pick a month and set a challenge. If there isn't anything else going on, I'd likely join in. I'm always happy to carry a fixie.  :D
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Rapidray on February 01, 2020, 07:40:01 PM
 :iagree: On carrying a fixie on you!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: FInixNOver on February 01, 2020, 07:43:35 PM
A foder and a fixie I could do just fine, however, an axe would be really hard to carry daily to the office, or find daily uses, for it, in an urban environment...

For now, I'll wait for something to come up.

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Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2020, 08:35:01 PM
A foder and a fixie I could do just fine, however, an axe would be really hard to carry daily to the office, or find daily uses, for it, in an urban environment...

For now, I'll wait for something to come up.

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The Nessmuck challenge doesn't require you to carry all three tools at once. That leaves a lot of flexibility.   :dunno:
Title: Re: Fall Follow-up Fixed Blade 30-day Challenge
Post by: FInixNOver on February 01, 2020, 09:27:12 PM
The Nessmuck challenge doesn't require you to carry all three tools at once. That leaves a lot of flexibility.   :dunno:
Now we're getting somewhere!
Lemme check it out!

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