Bark River Rogue Bowie

glocktenman

glocktenman

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I got an email back from Bark River (Jacquelyn Stewart) about their rogue bowies. She stated they were going to make a run of them this year. They will be .235 thickness and made from A-2. So, if you like those get ready for a run of them. I hope to line one up.

I think I need to see some pictures of rogue bowies in the meantime..........what ya got?
 
Well, I don't have one to post pictures of, but after googling the model I certainly hope I can snag one as well. Really nice.
 
I have one of the first production knives.

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It's a nice knife but it scares me. The blade is very sharp. Normally not a problem, but the handle provides little purchase. Combined with the lack of contouring and absence of a guard, this is a knife that demands absolute focus during use. The smallest slip up can result in a very expensive trip to the ER.

- Christian
 
kamagong said:
I have one of the first production knives.

barkriverrogue.jpg


It's a nice knife but it scares me. The blade is very sharp. Normally not a problem, but the handle provides little purchase. Combined with the lack of contouring and absence of a guard, this is a knife that demands absolute focus during use. The smallest slip up can result in a very expensive trip to the ER.

- Christian
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Christian,
I really like yours. It's just a big classy looking knife.
 
kamagong said:
I have one of the first production knives.

barkriverrogue.jpg


It's a nice knife but it scares me. The blade is very sharp. Normally not a problem, but the handle provides little purchase. Combined with the lack of contouring and absence of a guard, this is a knife that demands absolute focus during use. The smallest slip up can result in a very expensive trip to the ER.

- Christian
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That is exactly the reason why I didn't get one. This design is dangerous on a large knife.
 
Christian, it's an impressive looking knife and especially so in that Black Micarta. But, as you point out, that can be the Achilles Heel. Wet hands, slipping, shiny handles and fearsome sharp blade do not make a safe or ergonomic combination. This is quite common to a lot of BR knives unfortunately,even those with finger notches. A Puukko for instance, has no guard but the bulbous swell centre of the handle ensures a safe grip whatever the wetness or cold.

As for expensive ER visits, we (still just..) have socialized hospitals in some EU countries. But pay or not it can be a bloody business:D:eek:

No questioning the look of this knife, it's beautiful, but as a user I'm less convinced.

Regards, Will
 
willgoy said:
A Puukko for instance, has no guard but the bulbous swell centre of the handle ensures a safe grip whatever the wetness or cold.
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Thanks for pointing that out. One of my favorite knives is a puukko by Pekka Tuominen and it's even sharper than my Rogue. It doesn't scare me the same way though, because like you said the swell center in the handle provides a measure of safety to prevent your fingers slipping up onto the edge during use. In addition, the birch bark pieces he used in the handle gives a better grip than micarta.

I do use this knife, but only in the kitchen. The convex, A2 blade is heavy and robust, so I use it in place of a cleaver. It works well and looks better to boot.

- Christian
 
hmmm... dunno how i feel about the complete lack of guard, especially with that style of handle, that would be a tragic misstep to slide up on the blade because of a slick feeling handle
regards
gene
 
If you like larger barkies the Hudson Bay Camp knife is a good one. I just sold this one but only because I never get a chance to use it. One of the nicest Barkies I've ever owned. The design offers a little bit more security from accidentally slipping up onto the blade. Not sure if these will make it on the production schedule again but you can find them on the secondary market every once in a while.
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I've had no trouble holding onto mine safely. The coffin shape handle is actually quite secure in use.

FWIW, this is a Natchez style Bowie...if it had a guard, it would not follow the historically correct pattern.
 
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