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Awhile back I had told Bryan that I'd post some pictures of his creations once I had some time. Well months have gone by so I figure it is time that I abide by my promise and share a few pictures of the Breeden knives I've managed to obtain.
This isn't a review so much as it is a photographic exhibit of sorts, but I will mention a few of my thoughts regarding each knife.
I chose to post here because I know Bryan frequents this forum and I figure most of his fans do as well.
The first 3 knives shown were purchased quite some time ago; the last 3 knives shown were purchased earlier this year.
Pathfinder
It's a bit funny but I only ordered this knife on a last minute whim and didn't think I'd really like it. I thought the blade would be too long and I wasn't a big fan of the orange handles either.
Once I got the knife it quickly became one of my favorites and the blade is a big reason why. It just cuts like a dream; making every cutting job far easier than I really expected and it is a real joy to use. I also learned the value of a bright orange handled knife. This one is a real winner - everyone should have the opportunity to own one at some point in their life.
Pathfinder II
This is the knife that caused me to contact Bryan in the first place; it's the knife I really wanted as I love a blade in the 4 inch range and this one fit the bill. Funny thing is - I've never used this knife. It feels great in my hand and has Bryan's fantastic edge -but I've always used the original Pathfinder and left this one for fondling purposes only. Don't get me wrong - I absolutely love this knife, but I'm a bit weird when it comes to using items that I really like. It's a long, boring story about my eccentrics... and it doesn't make sense (even to me).
I recently sold this knife to help fund a photography trip (this fall) to Yellowstone. I am sure the new owner will love the knife every bit as much as I do.
Breeden Kephart
I've always like the simplicity of a good (version of) Kephart's famous knife; this one was what I considered a "must have" from Bryan. It features cocobolo handles and Bryan's amazing edge, but like it's smaller Pathfinder brother (above) just hasn't seen any use. Again, I love the knife - and that's part of the problem.
Breeden Canadian Belt Knife
I love this style of blade; there's something sexy about it and it's even better in use. Anyway, this is Bryan's take on that style and I think he knocked it out of the park. If anything, Bryan somehow managed to make his blades even sharper (I didn't think that was possible). And - as you can see in the pictures, this one is a user. Knowing a bit about my odd ways, I made sure to use this one right out of the box. It feels absolutely wonderful in my hand and cuts like a dream.
Breeden Woods Runner
This one came about due to my fondness of AG Russell's Woodswalker - a fantastic little gem that I absolutely love to use. I wanted a larger version of that knife and contacted Bryan to see if he could come up with his take on what a slightly larger version would look like. Thankfully he did and he came back with a superb little blade.
I haven't had much time to use this one though, but I promise you that it will not be a safe queen (unlike most of my other knives).
Breeden Wood Carver
I knew I wanted a carving knife and I knew I wanted one with an edge like Bryan puts on his blade. I also knew that I wanted a larger handle (for leverage) with a small blade; most of the wood I "carve" on is oak and I'm a bit leery of using the more delicate carving blades.
I didn't have any other conditions when I asked Bryan to make me a carving knife - in fact I told him to make whatever he thought would work best.
Bryan nailed it.
To be honest, I figured he would because he has so many times.
While the knife appears unused in the pictures, I have used it quite a bit and it works like a dream. I love the larger handle - it gives me great leverage, yet the blade shape still allows for precise detail work. I suspect that once fall comes and the weather cools down, this will be my most used knife.
I hope you've enjoyed the pictures and I hope that those of you who don't own a Breeden knife get the opportunity to do so. You won't be disappointed.
This isn't a review so much as it is a photographic exhibit of sorts, but I will mention a few of my thoughts regarding each knife.
I chose to post here because I know Bryan frequents this forum and I figure most of his fans do as well.
The first 3 knives shown were purchased quite some time ago; the last 3 knives shown were purchased earlier this year.
Pathfinder
It's a bit funny but I only ordered this knife on a last minute whim and didn't think I'd really like it. I thought the blade would be too long and I wasn't a big fan of the orange handles either.
Once I got the knife it quickly became one of my favorites and the blade is a big reason why. It just cuts like a dream; making every cutting job far easier than I really expected and it is a real joy to use. I also learned the value of a bright orange handled knife. This one is a real winner - everyone should have the opportunity to own one at some point in their life.
Pathfinder II
This is the knife that caused me to contact Bryan in the first place; it's the knife I really wanted as I love a blade in the 4 inch range and this one fit the bill. Funny thing is - I've never used this knife. It feels great in my hand and has Bryan's fantastic edge -but I've always used the original Pathfinder and left this one for fondling purposes only. Don't get me wrong - I absolutely love this knife, but I'm a bit weird when it comes to using items that I really like. It's a long, boring story about my eccentrics... and it doesn't make sense (even to me).
I recently sold this knife to help fund a photography trip (this fall) to Yellowstone. I am sure the new owner will love the knife every bit as much as I do.
Breeden Kephart
I've always like the simplicity of a good (version of) Kephart's famous knife; this one was what I considered a "must have" from Bryan. It features cocobolo handles and Bryan's amazing edge, but like it's smaller Pathfinder brother (above) just hasn't seen any use. Again, I love the knife - and that's part of the problem.
Breeden Canadian Belt Knife
I love this style of blade; there's something sexy about it and it's even better in use. Anyway, this is Bryan's take on that style and I think he knocked it out of the park. If anything, Bryan somehow managed to make his blades even sharper (I didn't think that was possible). And - as you can see in the pictures, this one is a user. Knowing a bit about my odd ways, I made sure to use this one right out of the box. It feels absolutely wonderful in my hand and cuts like a dream.
Breeden Woods Runner
This one came about due to my fondness of AG Russell's Woodswalker - a fantastic little gem that I absolutely love to use. I wanted a larger version of that knife and contacted Bryan to see if he could come up with his take on what a slightly larger version would look like. Thankfully he did and he came back with a superb little blade.
I haven't had much time to use this one though, but I promise you that it will not be a safe queen (unlike most of my other knives).
Breeden Wood Carver
I knew I wanted a carving knife and I knew I wanted one with an edge like Bryan puts on his blade. I also knew that I wanted a larger handle (for leverage) with a small blade; most of the wood I "carve" on is oak and I'm a bit leery of using the more delicate carving blades.
I didn't have any other conditions when I asked Bryan to make me a carving knife - in fact I told him to make whatever he thought would work best.
Bryan nailed it.
To be honest, I figured he would because he has so many times.
While the knife appears unused in the pictures, I have used it quite a bit and it works like a dream. I love the larger handle - it gives me great leverage, yet the blade shape still allows for precise detail work. I suspect that once fall comes and the weather cools down, this will be my most used knife.
I hope you've enjoyed the pictures and I hope that those of you who don't own a Breeden knife get the opportunity to do so. You won't be disappointed.
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