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I will only communicate through DM/PM here on the forum... I will not respond to emails. Any questions, please feel free to ask. I'll do my best to get back to your inquiries as soon as possible.
Please check my feedback: I'm a long-standing member with 100% positive feedback for both buying and selling.
NOTE: If claiming a knife below in the comments, please be specific on which one(s).
PAYMENT AND SHIPPING: If you are relatively new to the forum or have very little or no feedback, I will likely ask you to pay via PPFF only. I will accept Zelle (preferred) or PayPal G&S and I'll cover the fees. I will ship, at my expense, from my home in Texas, via USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate, with Signature Confirmation. If you prefer another shipping carrier, we can discuss but that may delay shipping by a day. I will NOT ship to Mexico, Canada, or any location overseas. Shipping will occur NEXT BUSINESS DAY following payment. It is the buyer's responsibility to determine the legality of owning/possessing an automatic knife in their state/jurisdiction. BTW, I package all items I ship extremely carefully. You may be annoyed at the amount of tape and padding I use... lol.
TRADES: None on these knives, thanks.
PRICES AND PICS: These might be considered customs by some, but I've listed them here among Fixed Blades instead. Prices are fair given the obvious scarcity of this particular PLSK1 and what I have into both of these knives; however, reasonable best offers will be considered. No low-balls, please. I apologize for the minor dust, oil, and fingerprints in these photos. And sorry about the reflections.
*** I have posted photos below in this thread but a more complete album of pictures I took of these knives is located here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/8gZYBf5Gp4afpYbD6
~~~FIRST KNIFE - THE ABO-MAN PLSK1 - SOLD~~~
FYI, this is my description that I wrote several years ago when I sold my other ABO-MAN PLSK1, and it applies the same to this one... I have updated it appropriately:
This is a 100% ORIGINAL "ABO-MAN" PATHFINDER PLSK1 BY BLIND HORSE KNIVES AND DAVE CANTERBURY... as rare as it comes with this "ABO-MAN" logo that was only used for a very brief period by Dave Canterbury. This also has the extremely rare "high scandi grind," which is much taller and invades the flats way up the height of the blade... making for a nicer, better slicing shallow bevel. This is one of the very first PLSK1s made, and through my discussions with [now] Battle Horse Knives co-owner/CEO, Alicia McQuain, and she verified her dad, Mr. Dan Coppins, likely made it himself and considers it one of the first dozen PLSK1s ever made.
The "ABO-MAN" PLSK1 was used on only one episode of DUAL SURVIVAL... the very first episode... and if you watch the first 5 minutes or so, you can see the PLSK1 handled by Dave and it has the unique "Abo-Man" logo with the "high grind." An "Abo-Man" PLSK1 was never used again on the two seasons Dave was a part of the show. He did use another PLSK1 on the show, but it had the later Self-Reliance / Pathfinder School "Archer" logo.
CONDITION: I am not the first owner of this knife, so my assumption is someone has used it at some point of ownership. I personally have never used it. I bought it from another collector and paid a very high secondary market price for it quite a long time ago. It has been stored oiled in my climate-controlled weapons safe since purchase. You can tell this knife has been handled and has a few storage marks, especially where the blade has rubbed the inside of the kydex sheath. It still has its original sharp and rare high-ground, and shallow Scandi-ground edge. Has some very slight patina due to age and handling, but it has been stored well-oiled. The marks you see on the blade are where the blade makes contact and rubs the kydex sheath, and/or the proprietary BHK retention slide lock. Despite these minor marks, it is in absolutely terrific condition, and it is razor sharp. The PLSK1 is a superb knife in every regard and was modeled by Dave after the frontier trade knives of the mid 18th-19th centuries. It has comfortable gimping on the spine that locks the thumb into place for fine cutting tasks. Bottom line, finding an original "ABO-MAN"-logo'd PLSK1 is hard, but also with the "high grind" is extremely difficult at best as they rarely come up for sale anywhere. All are in the hands of collectors at this point. This is a very rare, if not very scarce, opportunity.
SPECS:
Blade Steel: O1 tool steel Blade
Finish: Blued Overall Length: 10"
Blade Length: 5.25"
Cutting Edge Length: 5"
Blade Thickness (at ricasso): 0.181" (3/16")
Blade Width: 1.25"
Handle Length: 4.50"
Weight (w/o sheath): 10oz
Weight (w/sheath): 16oz
Handle Material: Green canvas micarta, slightly darkened from age and handling.
Hardware (pins, lanyard tube, etc): Stainless fish-eye bolts (Loveless-style bolts)
Other: Comes with a Self Reliance Outfitters PLSK1 black Kydex sheath that has slight wear marks from use and storage, a leather BHK sheath with dangler, and the adjustable OD green paracord lanyard you see in the pics.
~~~SECOND KNIFE - DITCH PIK: SOLD~~~
A recently made JB Knife & Tool Ditch Pik... super-skinny (1/16th blade steel), p'kal style knife with super-sharp edges. This one is a named "FULL REVERSE - 1/2 BELLY DITCH PIK - BLACK & ORANGE." JB Knife & Tool partnered with Ed Calderon of Ed's Manifesto for this design and production; they are his close friends and often teach/train alongside during his defensive fighting and evasion courses. Comes with their kydex sheath with superb click-fit retention and an Ulticlip, which can be moved to several locations on either side of the knife, depending on your desired carry. Feels amazing in the hand and so lightweight, you almost forget it's there. I have three other JB Knife and Tool "Ditch-series" knives, and they are some of my very favorite fixed blades I own. There are great vids on line (YouTube) of this model knife in action... super impressive and devastating in effect.
CONDITION: Brand new, first owner, never used or carried.
SPECIFICATIONS (directly from their listing when I bought the knife):
"The Ditch Pik is a thinner version of our Mini Pik."
Overall Length: 7.5"
Blade Length: 3.5"
Steel: 1/16 - 8670
Edge: Full Reverse - 1/2 Belly
Finish: Acid Wash
Handles: G10 Layered Black & Orange with Copper Tubes
Sheath: Kydex with Ulticlip Slim
Please check my feedback: I'm a long-standing member with 100% positive feedback for both buying and selling.
NOTE: If claiming a knife below in the comments, please be specific on which one(s).
PAYMENT AND SHIPPING: If you are relatively new to the forum or have very little or no feedback, I will likely ask you to pay via PPFF only. I will accept Zelle (preferred) or PayPal G&S and I'll cover the fees. I will ship, at my expense, from my home in Texas, via USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate, with Signature Confirmation. If you prefer another shipping carrier, we can discuss but that may delay shipping by a day. I will NOT ship to Mexico, Canada, or any location overseas. Shipping will occur NEXT BUSINESS DAY following payment. It is the buyer's responsibility to determine the legality of owning/possessing an automatic knife in their state/jurisdiction. BTW, I package all items I ship extremely carefully. You may be annoyed at the amount of tape and padding I use... lol.
TRADES: None on these knives, thanks.
PRICES AND PICS: These might be considered customs by some, but I've listed them here among Fixed Blades instead. Prices are fair given the obvious scarcity of this particular PLSK1 and what I have into both of these knives; however, reasonable best offers will be considered. No low-balls, please. I apologize for the minor dust, oil, and fingerprints in these photos. And sorry about the reflections.
*** I have posted photos below in this thread but a more complete album of pictures I took of these knives is located here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/8gZYBf5Gp4afpYbD6
~~~FIRST KNIFE - THE ABO-MAN PLSK1 - SOLD~~~
FYI, this is my description that I wrote several years ago when I sold my other ABO-MAN PLSK1, and it applies the same to this one... I have updated it appropriately:
This is a 100% ORIGINAL "ABO-MAN" PATHFINDER PLSK1 BY BLIND HORSE KNIVES AND DAVE CANTERBURY... as rare as it comes with this "ABO-MAN" logo that was only used for a very brief period by Dave Canterbury. This also has the extremely rare "high scandi grind," which is much taller and invades the flats way up the height of the blade... making for a nicer, better slicing shallow bevel. This is one of the very first PLSK1s made, and through my discussions with [now] Battle Horse Knives co-owner/CEO, Alicia McQuain, and she verified her dad, Mr. Dan Coppins, likely made it himself and considers it one of the first dozen PLSK1s ever made.
The "ABO-MAN" PLSK1 was used on only one episode of DUAL SURVIVAL... the very first episode... and if you watch the first 5 minutes or so, you can see the PLSK1 handled by Dave and it has the unique "Abo-Man" logo with the "high grind." An "Abo-Man" PLSK1 was never used again on the two seasons Dave was a part of the show. He did use another PLSK1 on the show, but it had the later Self-Reliance / Pathfinder School "Archer" logo.
CONDITION: I am not the first owner of this knife, so my assumption is someone has used it at some point of ownership. I personally have never used it. I bought it from another collector and paid a very high secondary market price for it quite a long time ago. It has been stored oiled in my climate-controlled weapons safe since purchase. You can tell this knife has been handled and has a few storage marks, especially where the blade has rubbed the inside of the kydex sheath. It still has its original sharp and rare high-ground, and shallow Scandi-ground edge. Has some very slight patina due to age and handling, but it has been stored well-oiled. The marks you see on the blade are where the blade makes contact and rubs the kydex sheath, and/or the proprietary BHK retention slide lock. Despite these minor marks, it is in absolutely terrific condition, and it is razor sharp. The PLSK1 is a superb knife in every regard and was modeled by Dave after the frontier trade knives of the mid 18th-19th centuries. It has comfortable gimping on the spine that locks the thumb into place for fine cutting tasks. Bottom line, finding an original "ABO-MAN"-logo'd PLSK1 is hard, but also with the "high grind" is extremely difficult at best as they rarely come up for sale anywhere. All are in the hands of collectors at this point. This is a very rare, if not very scarce, opportunity.
SPECS:
Blade Steel: O1 tool steel Blade
Finish: Blued Overall Length: 10"
Blade Length: 5.25"
Cutting Edge Length: 5"
Blade Thickness (at ricasso): 0.181" (3/16")
Blade Width: 1.25"
Handle Length: 4.50"
Weight (w/o sheath): 10oz
Weight (w/sheath): 16oz
Handle Material: Green canvas micarta, slightly darkened from age and handling.
Hardware (pins, lanyard tube, etc): Stainless fish-eye bolts (Loveless-style bolts)
Other: Comes with a Self Reliance Outfitters PLSK1 black Kydex sheath that has slight wear marks from use and storage, a leather BHK sheath with dangler, and the adjustable OD green paracord lanyard you see in the pics.
~~~SECOND KNIFE - DITCH PIK: SOLD~~~
A recently made JB Knife & Tool Ditch Pik... super-skinny (1/16th blade steel), p'kal style knife with super-sharp edges. This one is a named "FULL REVERSE - 1/2 BELLY DITCH PIK - BLACK & ORANGE." JB Knife & Tool partnered with Ed Calderon of Ed's Manifesto for this design and production; they are his close friends and often teach/train alongside during his defensive fighting and evasion courses. Comes with their kydex sheath with superb click-fit retention and an Ulticlip, which can be moved to several locations on either side of the knife, depending on your desired carry. Feels amazing in the hand and so lightweight, you almost forget it's there. I have three other JB Knife and Tool "Ditch-series" knives, and they are some of my very favorite fixed blades I own. There are great vids on line (YouTube) of this model knife in action... super impressive and devastating in effect.
CONDITION: Brand new, first owner, never used or carried.
SPECIFICATIONS (directly from their listing when I bought the knife):
"The Ditch Pik is a thinner version of our Mini Pik."
Overall Length: 7.5"
Blade Length: 3.5"
Steel: 1/16 - 8670
Edge: Full Reverse - 1/2 Belly
Finish: Acid Wash
Handles: G10 Layered Black & Orange with Copper Tubes
Sheath: Kydex with Ulticlip Slim
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