Belgian Clasp Knife - Gift From Jerry

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A couple months ago I made a comment in a thread about the Belgian Army/Navy knives that I regretted not taking advantage of an opportunity to get one of them several years ago. These knives are hard to find in the US. Next thing I know, Jerry (Galeocerdoshark) sent me an email asking for my address. This week I received my very own example. From Jerry's description, this is the Navy version - it has an anchor with ZM FN, and the main blade is stamped Friedrichswerk, Solingen.

I am quite pleased with this knife. It is very sturdy, with strong springs. And that big marlin spike could come in very handy for a variety of tasks, not just for knots. Many thanks to Jerry for sending this to me, it is very appreciated!

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Very kind gesture Jerry. Hope you enjoy using it sir. I've not had one of the Solingen models, but anchor aside, that's actually a copy of the British ARMY knife.

Jack
 
That thing is a beast! After taking one apart to mod it for a customer, I had some ideas I wanted to try on one as well. I just got outbid on one, so I will have to keep an eye out for another opportunity.

BTW, I don't think you'll be able to kill that thing. You should see the time I had taking one apart.

Great score, great gesture, Jerry!
 
glennbad said:
That thing is a beast! After taking one apart to mod it for a customer, I had some ideas I wanted to try on one as well. I just got outbid on one, so I will have to keep an eye out for another opportunity.

BTW, I don't think you'll be able to kill that thing. You should see the time I had taking one apart.

Great score, great gesture, Jerry!
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Ebony covers by any chance? ;) I definitely think mine will outlast me! It's great to have such a good solid user with that kind of age :)
 
Very cool. Even now I still get surprised by the generosity of my fellow forumites. This is one of many instances in which one member gifted a knife to another because of something written here. Bravo Jerry!

glennbad said:
That thing is a beast! After taking one apart to mod it for a customer, I had some ideas I wanted to try on one as well. I just got outbid on one, so I will have to keep an eye out for another opportunity.

BTW, I don't think you'll be able to kill that thing. You should see the time I had taking one apart.
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Jack Black said:
Ebony covers by any chance? ;) I definitely think mine will outlast me! It's great to have such a good solid user with that kind of age :)
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You guys talking about me?

- Christian
 
Looking forward to seeing the pics! ;)

Jack
 
I'm glad you're enjoying it John. Some 1000 grit sandpaper and some polishing compound, and it should clean up nicely with some nice patina spots here and there.
I hope you'll get a lot of use out of it! Have fun ;-)
 
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