Blade Cutlery Knives?

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Any one have any experience with these knives? Wanting a good bushcraft knife and wondered if anyone ever bought one from here-http://www.bladecutlery.net/bladecutlery1_003.htm. Turnaround is 14-16 weeks but for the money and obeserved quality it looks worth it. I am thinking of having him make me a Bushcrafter in D2 or S30V in a Scandi grind with either Bolivian rosewood or Bocote scales. Any input appreciated.
 
I ordered a Pack Pal. Arrived in two weeks. Credit card was charged on date of shipping. Nice little knife. Very good fit and finish and holds an edge well. Kydex sheath. Great price.
 
I have been happy with the PackPal I ordered too but my turnaround time was more like 14-16 weeks. Didn't stop me from ordering another blade which I expect shortly. The price, as Thomas pointed out, was, and is, right that's for sure. I like his work and he has always responded quickly to my emails. I'm impressed.

Dave
 
Never heard of them but the Chipmunk caught my eye :)
Decent prices for what I assume are individually handmade knives.
 
I will probably put in an order with Blade but I am a very impatient man by nature so I will probably have to buy another bushcraft knife in the meantime ;) . I noticed http://www.marblesknives.com/products.asp?category=BRK&T+Highland has these for sale pretty cheap. Wonder how one would do in the meantime? Got a Mora 2000 and a SwAK but want something a bit more traditional looking. Any suggestions welcomed, just don't want to drop an arm and a leg. Since I found this site most of my disposable income has disappeared for some reason. :p
 
They are good knives for the money and Allan knows how to heat treat carbon steel pretty well. Had a pack pal scandi grind and it was quite well made. If you want a true scandi grind, ask Allan to take it to a zero edge and not put a secondary bevel on it.
 
PC356 said:
. . .I noticed http://www.marblesknives.com/products.asp?category=BRK&T+Highland has these for sale pretty cheap. Wonder how one would do in the meantime?
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Any suggestions welcomed, just don't want to drop an arm and a leg. Since I found this site most of my disposable income has disappeared for some reason. :p
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Per the maker, the handles on the one's you linked at DLT are more for decoration than service. (I am shocked, shocked to discover that people actually buy knives as collectables rather than users. :eek: Next thing you know, Case will stop making users. :eek: :eek: )

Both Bark River and Alan Blade knives have a strong following as bushcraft/field knives.

For more instant gratification, you could go to BR's site at the (ahemm) "other place," link to his dealers and see what's around in the size you want. You will see dramatic price differences between dealers.
 
I have used several of Allen Blade's knives. Without exception they were well made. Even grinds, nice fit and finish, great heat treat.

He does make a great knife, especially for the price. However, there are other factors (AKA Livesay/Corkum/ Blade Sydrome) which would lead many not to buy a knife from him.

Read the GB&U posts about Allen Blade going back many years, then make the decision for your self.
 
Knifetester, I never heard of "Livesay/Corkum/Blade Syndrome." Something you coined?

The man once had problems with timely delivery -- as opposed to some who take the $$ and never deliver the knife. He posted apology and explaination, as contrasted with some who hide behind silence -- or just hide. He apparently now charges when the knife is shipped.

But I have to agree that everyone has to make up their own mind.
 
Thomas,
Yes, recent reports have been that Allen's business conduct has much improved.

I have bought about a half dozen knives from Allen, some of my experiences were very bad, others were pretty good.

I would not hesitate to buy a Blade knife if it was already made, ready to ship, etc.
 
All Bark River Knife and Tool knives are guaranteed for life, and if you broke acrilic pearl handle they will replace it no questions asked.

They are also convex ground, from cryop treated A2, and they are sharp, and tend to stay that way with just a little stropping.

Bogdan
 
Thomas Linton said:
The man once had problems with timely delivery -- as opposed to some who take the $$ and never deliver the knife.
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He did the latter to many people for a lot of money, some of which he still owes to this day. There are also a lot of people that felt he owes them money, but he disputes it and says they owe him. Simonich put up a list of them a few years back.

-Cliff
 
He didn't ask for any money up front or even a cc # so I guess I'll find out in a few months if he's worth his salt. I decided on a bushcrafter in S30V with lignum vitae scales and a Kydex sheath with a Firesteel holder all for a very reasonable price, assuming I ever even see this knife at all :confused: .
 
Most of the problems have been well in the past, I dont' recall seeing anyone recently complaining.

-Cliff
 
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