Photos 2023 BladeForum's Traditional Folder

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Gary W. Graley

Gary W. Graley

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This thread is to post those folders you picked up for this year's BladeForum's Traditional folder which also was the 25th Anniversary of BladeForums itself so...congrats ;)

I had some help with this year's folder as I didn't get in on ordering one, but a friend DocJekl DocJekl was kind enough to get one ordered for me and it arrived today. I was not expecting it but had wanted to get one. Those that already have theirs know that it is a nice size folder and both blades have good positive half stops, I know some don't like that but I like it and both blades show fairly flush in all three positions, well done to GEC for their fitup with this folder. Both blades were in need of sharpening, as a lot of new folders usually need, but the blades were ground with a cutting edge and just needed to be tuned up. I like to put my own bevels on so this worked out great as the edge was just about there and they do grind their blades fairly thin so both are razor sharp now.

My serial number is #422 which my fav number is 42 so, that was twice as good as just plain ole 42 ;)

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Untitled by GaryWGraley, on Flickr

So while there is that long running thread that started the promotion and sale of the knife, this one is just a collection of your photos of your own knife and your thoughts on it.

I like the size of the folder, the thinness of the handle while still thick enough to provide a good grip. The scales are quite nice and the pinched bolsters and groove just top it off. The shield is fitted very well and is pinned to the liner, not glued on like other makers do, so some more work for them but worth the effort.

So lets see yours folks!
G2
 
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Gary W. Graley said:
This thread is to post those folders you picked up for this year's BladeForum's Traditional folder which also was the 25th Anniversary of BladeForums itself so...congrats ;)

I had some help with this year's folder as I didn't get in on ordering one, but a friend DocJekl DocJekl was kind enough to get one ordered for me and it arrived today. I was not expecting it but had wanted to get one. Those that already have theirs know that it is a nice size folder and both blades have good positive half stops, I know some don't like that but I like it and both blades show fairly flush in all three positions, well done to GEC for their fitup with this folder. Both blades were in need of sharpening, as a lot of new folders usually need, but the blades were ground with a cutting edge and just needed to be tuned up. I like to put my own bevels on so this worked out great as the edge was just about there and they do grind their blades fairly thin so both are razor sharp now.

My serial number is #422 which my fav number is 42 so, that was twice as good as just plain ole 42 ;)

Untitled by GaryWGraley, on Flickr

Untitled by GaryWGraley, on Flickr

So while there is that long running thread that started the promotion and sale of the knife, this one is just a collection of your photos of your own knife and your thoughts on it.

I like the size of the folder, the thinness of the handle while still thick enough to provide a good grip. The scales are quite nice and the pinched bolsters and groove just top it off. The shield is fitted very well and is pinned to the liner, not glued on like other makers do, so some more work for them but worth the effort.

So lets see yours folks!
G2
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Is this the reason?


 
Thanks for starting a new, stand-alone thread Gary!

Here’s a shot of mine from a day after I got it. Not the most artistic photo ever taken but I liked the way the sun brought out the gold and light brown highlights when I was sitting at breakfast. IMG_5895.jpeg
 
It is a beauty, and I really appreciate the easy process, thanks to Spark.

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So happy you like it Gary! I was worried for a little bit. Here are a few pics I took of mine, #269 which is 2x better than 69 😂

But these need to be replaced with better pics soon…IMG_3578.jpegIMG_3582.jpegIMG_3579.jpegIMG_3605.jpegIMG_3607.jpegIMG_3583.jpeg
 
Spillproof said:
I really like the lighter version.
I like the dark ones too and that's a good thing because mine arrived today and it's pretty dark.
I'll get a photo tomorrow when it's sunny.
Absolutely stoked to have one!
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I'm usually into darker, but this lighter bone is a nice change. It looks great.

I will admit there was some extreme jealousy when the darker ones started being posted, but it passed and the knife is beyond excellent.

Now I just have to get over the whole "it's too nice to use it" thing......
 
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