I have a Bark River Aurora I'd like to trade. (Trade pending)
The Aurora is used, I received this in a trade a while back. A-2 blade. After using it on a few trips, I sent it off to the spa and it came back looking brand new. I used it one one other trip after the spa treatment. The blade shows some small marks from use, possibly the beginning of a very, very light patina. Blade has only been touched up on strops after visiting the spa.
The sheath has the firesteel loop removed by the previous owner. I am including the leather drop loop attachment made by sharpshooter.
Some of the pictures show an oily residue near the edge - This is remnants of a light coat of oil on the blade.
Pictures here...http://s559.photobucket.com/albums/ss33/tenordrumr/Aurora/
I also have an ESEE Lite Machete I could include too. Couple of notes on this one...
- I modded the sheath (see pictures). I added a retention strap (paracord) by cutting a small hole in the top, outermost part of the sheath. The cord lock keeps the knife in the sheath. By undoing the cordlock and pulling on the "handle" knot (by the handle), the machete can come out of the sheath. There's another knot tied to the installed hole in the sheath so that the paracord can be pulled taught, keeping it out of the way of the machete. That sounds kinda complicated - It's not really, just my simple solution to a "problem" that I found out never really existed. The machete didn't really bounce around during use and while the paracord strap works, it's probably unneeded for most uses and environments. You can easily removing it by cutting the paracord - however, the small hole would still be there.
- The bottom of the sheath has a few strands of nylon stitching coming out. See the pictures. It's pretty minor, I didn't even realize it until I started taking pics.
- During resharpening, I didn't pay attention to where the edge started. I ended up sharpening an inch or two onto the ricasso (I think) - the section of blade not sharpened, in front of the handle.
Pictures here...http://s559.photobucket.com/albums/ss33/tenordrumr/Esee%20Lite%20Machete/
I am mostly interested in fixed blades and axe's/hatchets. Plain edge only and a kydex (or similar) sheath is a plus. Size range on the knife - 3 to 5 inches. I will be using whatever I trade for, users are just fine with me.
- Esee 3/4 - I'd like it to still have the coating (not a huge issue) and have the molle backing. Really looking for a 3.
- Axes/Hatchets - Pretty open on this one. I have been really looking for a bearded axe, something similar to the one ragweed forge sells. I have a Wetterlings
Wildlife Hatchet (I absolutely love) and a cheap larger axe already. The larger Wetterlings/Granfors look very nice, especially the carpenters models.
- Fenix flashlights - Looking for another Fenix light - I have a TK11 and could always use more flashlights
- Random, but I'd be interested in a TOPS Atax, if anyone wants to part with one of those.
- I may accept a folder, but I will have to stick to plain edge and Spyderco only.
I would be interested in anything similar to the above options. I am not opposed to adding cash to a deal or to trading for two cheaper items (fixed blade and a folder, or flashlight, etc).
Email works best. PM is fine too, however, I usually respond quicker to emails. Thanks!
Thanks!
The Aurora is used, I received this in a trade a while back. A-2 blade. After using it on a few trips, I sent it off to the spa and it came back looking brand new. I used it one one other trip after the spa treatment. The blade shows some small marks from use, possibly the beginning of a very, very light patina. Blade has only been touched up on strops after visiting the spa.
The sheath has the firesteel loop removed by the previous owner. I am including the leather drop loop attachment made by sharpshooter.
Some of the pictures show an oily residue near the edge - This is remnants of a light coat of oil on the blade.
Pictures here...http://s559.photobucket.com/albums/ss33/tenordrumr/Aurora/
I also have an ESEE Lite Machete I could include too. Couple of notes on this one...
- I modded the sheath (see pictures). I added a retention strap (paracord) by cutting a small hole in the top, outermost part of the sheath. The cord lock keeps the knife in the sheath. By undoing the cordlock and pulling on the "handle" knot (by the handle), the machete can come out of the sheath. There's another knot tied to the installed hole in the sheath so that the paracord can be pulled taught, keeping it out of the way of the machete. That sounds kinda complicated - It's not really, just my simple solution to a "problem" that I found out never really existed. The machete didn't really bounce around during use and while the paracord strap works, it's probably unneeded for most uses and environments. You can easily removing it by cutting the paracord - however, the small hole would still be there.
- The bottom of the sheath has a few strands of nylon stitching coming out. See the pictures. It's pretty minor, I didn't even realize it until I started taking pics.
- During resharpening, I didn't pay attention to where the edge started. I ended up sharpening an inch or two onto the ricasso (I think) - the section of blade not sharpened, in front of the handle.
Pictures here...http://s559.photobucket.com/albums/ss33/tenordrumr/Esee%20Lite%20Machete/
I am mostly interested in fixed blades and axe's/hatchets. Plain edge only and a kydex (or similar) sheath is a plus. Size range on the knife - 3 to 5 inches. I will be using whatever I trade for, users are just fine with me.
- Esee 3/4 - I'd like it to still have the coating (not a huge issue) and have the molle backing. Really looking for a 3.
- Axes/Hatchets - Pretty open on this one. I have been really looking for a bearded axe, something similar to the one ragweed forge sells. I have a Wetterlings
Wildlife Hatchet (I absolutely love) and a cheap larger axe already. The larger Wetterlings/Granfors look very nice, especially the carpenters models.
- Fenix flashlights - Looking for another Fenix light - I have a TK11 and could always use more flashlights
- Random, but I'd be interested in a TOPS Atax, if anyone wants to part with one of those.
- I may accept a folder, but I will have to stick to plain edge and Spyderco only.
I would be interested in anything similar to the above options. I am not opposed to adding cash to a deal or to trading for two cheaper items (fixed blade and a folder, or flashlight, etc).
Email works best. PM is fine too, however, I usually respond quicker to emails. Thanks!
Thanks!
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